Earthtones

This episode is recorded live during the cancer new moon from one of my favorite places, Ogunquit Beach Maine! Tips for aligning your soul with your music.  The podcast theme show song, "In The Stars" by Alison Keslow is now on Spotify!!!  Listen here  For Bass lessons and Booking inquires:  email Alison at  alisonkeslow@gmail.com Find out more at : https://earthtoneswithalison.com The Outro Song featured in this episode is "When it Rains" by Alison Keslow recorded LIVE at Amazing Things Art Center.  Mark Jodice - guitar Sai Ghose - drums Alison - bass   Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and   https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and     https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859  

Dave Fox from Waltham, MA, is an accomplished, versatile drummer who has performed and recorded with a wide variety of acts in a number of genres all over New England, nationally and abroad. He is currently a full-time member of The Gravel Project, Andrew Stern's “AS3” and legendary Boston Rock act The Stompers.  As a sideman for over two decades, he has performed with a diverse group of artists including Tom Hambridge and The Rattlesnakes, Jerry Bergonzi, Josh Smith, David Tronzo, David Amram, Charles Neville, Stan Strickland, Phil Grenadier and Bruno Råberg. He is an endorser of Vic Firth Drumsticks and Bullethead Snare Drums exclusively. Alison welcomes her good friend and fabulous drummer, Dave Fox to Earthtones! In their conversation they talk about Dave's musical beginnings and how he coincidentally met his jazz mentor, the amazing Bob Gullotti from the band, The Fringe.  (The Charlie Banacos of Drums) They discussed the responsibility of dedicating yourself to music and what it's like opening for and sitting in with Blues, American, Music icon, guitarist, Buddy Guy. They talked about the metronome debate and how you can learn something from different drummers such as Steve Gadd, Taylor Hawkins, John Bonham, Stewart Copeland, and Neil Peart. It's the spirit behind the drummer that is most meaningful and impactful. We talk about Dave's recent work with bands , The Gravel Project, AS3 and Alison even gives Dave an “on air” Astrological reading. Find out what this Leo drummer has in his birth chart!    Website : https://www.davefoxdrums.com Listen to Dave Fox with The Gravel Project! Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/album/20KjNLIRKH70voeLo5ohqv   Listen to Dave Fox with AS3 Bandcamp : https://as3music.bandcamp.com/album/twenty-twenty YouTube : https://youtu.be/UWTJR59aPf8   Keep up with Dave on Social Media! Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/dave.fox.75641 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/davefox31/   YouTube :  https://www.youtube.com/user/davefoxdrum/videos   Intro song : “In The Stars” , by Alison Keslow Outro song : “No More Fire” , by The Gravel Project    _____________________________________________________________   The podcast theme show song, "In The Stars" by Alison Keslow just got released on Spotify!!!  Listen here  Music lessons, and Bass performance and recording inquires:  email Alison at  alisonkeslow@gmail.com   Find out more at : http://www.alisonkeslow.com Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and   https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and     https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859

Bass Improvisation on a Wednesday evening and tips from Alison on how to get unstuck as a musician.  Also featured in this episode is a Live Trio Performance  of "Red Clay" by Freddy Hubbard . Alison Keslow Bass Mark Jodice- Guitar Sai Ghose - Drums   The podcast theme show song, "In The Stars" is now on Spotify!!!  Listen here   _____________________________________________________________ Music lessons, and Bass performance and recording inquires: email Alison at  alisonkeslow@gmail.com    Find out more at  http://www.alisonkeslow.com   Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and   https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and     https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859

  New Jersey-based instrumental heavy rock, 7 string guitarist Steve Bello is a talented, internationally known guitar player/songwriter with eight albums as a leader as well as many endorsements such as Ibanez guitars and orange amplifiers.  He has been a guitar player for over 40 years and a guitar/bass teacher for over 20 years. He's been featured in guitar player magazine and has opened up for the likes of Lita Ford and others. It was great to meet Steve as we have been friends through social media for close to 10 years!   In our conversation we talk about Steve's music background as a child growing up around family musicians, enjoying music is a relaxed way. At age 12 after hearing and seeing Jimi Hendix playing at Monterey on TV, Steve was inspired to dedicate his life to playing guitar. We talk about playing in an instrumental trio and how the experience of freedom and space and developing your music voice is the allure for musicians. Steve wrote his first song at 13 and never stopped writing.  Steve has a brand new album out called “Mood Swings” that you should definitely check out! The links are below. He has a show coming up, a benefit for his friend Irene DeMeo at Dingbats in Clifton, NJ on Friday, March 4th, 7pm. Joining him will be the powerhouse rhythm section of Attacker (also featured on Steve's new album, “Mood Swings”) as well as a great bill of other bands. Interlude song, "Timeless Man" by Steve Bello Outro song, "Never The Sane" by Steve Bello  Check out Steve Bello's music! Steve's Website : https://stevebellomusic.com YouTube : https://youtu.be/7oO779Pfa_g Spotify:          https://open.spotify.com/artist/0xRZoqx85v8WIF1HFw7s5K Keep up with Steve on Social Media! Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/steviehimself Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/stevebellomusic/ _____________________________________________________________ The podcast theme show song, "In The Stars" by Alison Keslow just got released on Spotify!!!  Listen here  Music lessons, and Bass performance and recording inquires:  email Alison at  alisonkeslow@gmail.com    Find out more at  http://www.alisonkeslow.com Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and   https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and     https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859  

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Teri Cote is a world touring drummer, Yamaha artist who fuses many mediums in her work. She paints, draws, illustrates children's books, sculpts, photographs and makes this super cool jewelry that's featured on her website, drumjewels.com.  Teri knew she wanted to be a drummer from when she was six, when she created her first drum set to jam with Earth, Wind & Fire. Teri started playing in the drum corps in 7th grade and played through Jr. High and high school that lead her to working professionally as a set drummer starting from age 14. She soon started touring with a family band called The Marcy Brothers, who were signed to Warner Brothers Records and opened for major acts including George Strait, Eddie Rabbit, Johnny Cash, The Oak Ridge Boys, Juice Newton, Roy Clarke.. These experiences led Teri to tour the world with American pop singer, David Cassidy  from 2003-2017 known for acting in the iconic 70's sitcom the Partridge Family as well as his successful solo music career.  In our conversation, Teri offers real gems of wisdom when she says, “to direct your energy and focus… to stay on the best path individually for yourself and getting clear through music, nature and artistic pursuits. And remembering that groove and supporting the song are what's most important to be a working drummer. She has been an in demand drummer for many years. We talk about Teri's musical beginnings and how she naturally followed her path as a musician and artist her whole life.    Teri is a super cool human being and the sweetest person who I have had the pleasure of sharing the stage with. Teri's love of music goes way beyond drums, as she writes, sings, composes, paints, illustrates and makes jewelry called Drum jewels. Websites : http://www.tericote.com https://www.yamaha.com/artists/tericote.html Check out Jewelry, made and available for purchase by Teri Cote Drum Jewels, Handmade Jewelry with a Backstory. https://drumjewels.com                               Listen to Teri Cote's music here! YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjVgndsV5Go                  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBq8aIkGE8U Keep up with Teri on Social Media! Facebook :  https://www.facebook.com/Teri.Cote.Drums                     https://www.facebook.com/DrumJewels Instagram:    https://www.instagram.com/teri.cote/?hl=en Spotify:          https://open.spotify.com/track/7g6gHkoeuClvBfb8gxSRqo?si=8a6c9ec8c524495c ________________________________________________________________ Intro song : "In The Stars" by Alison Keslow Outro song : “ Into The light” by Teri Cote Also featured in the show “I Know U Know” by Sergio Bellotti ,Teri Cote, Lane McCray and Randy Norton. For Intuitive Music Lessons, Performance and Recording inquires: http://www.alisonkeslow.com Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and   https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and     https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859  

This week Alison welcomes Ruby Rose Fox to Earthtones! Ruby is a talented vocalist and songwriter. I am a huge fan of her voice, artistry, piano playing, songwriting, vision, production skills and work with nervous system health for artists. Chicago/Boston based artist Ruby Rose Fox is a cultural messenger of our turbulent modern times. Her music is sonically compelling and is  packed with lyrics that reflect and challenge our current political state, from #metoo, to the mass-shooting crisis. Part actress, director, and writer, Ruby has never shied away from inventive ways to approach her art. In 2016 Ruby released her first album Domestic which reached number 8 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. In 2018, she released her second album Salt, an utterly cinematic piece of experimental pop that features dense soundscapes built to accompany her wall-shattering vocals. The sonically-rich record is enhanced via ASMR microphones that were used during the recording, resulting in an ASMR-sensitive body of emotional, political, and personal songs. Ruby's songs have been featured in the video game Rock Band and at the Museum of Science in their space dome as the soundtrack to their amazing projections. Ruby is currently working on a new release. On her instagram , you can find some early solo performances from her home studio of some of her new songs and let me say they are just as moving and unique as her earlier material. I can't wait for her new album. Ruby also has a master class called The Unstoppable Performer and other Nervous System workshops that you can find out more on her websites.  In our conversation we talk about Ruby's musical journey, her song writing process, her nervous system health offerings for artists, her upcoming release and much more!  Ruby Rose Fox's Websites!  https://www.rubyrosefox.com https://thegiftofstagefright.com https://open.spotify.com/artist/6vbJ4uZs8B8a0gCeWSQn6a                                  Keep up with Ruby on Social Media! YouTube :  https://www.youtube.com/RubyRoseFox Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/rubyrosefox1 Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/rubyrosefox_/                 ______________________________________________________ Intro song : "In The Stars" by Alison Keslow Outro song : “Lavender” by Ruby Rose Fox  Contact Alison here for Intuitive Music Lessons, Performance and Recording inquires : http://www.alisonkeslow.com Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and           https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859   

Join Alison for this weeks episode on Astrology and Led Zeppelin! Websites below for more information discussed in this episode : Free birth charts https://astroapp.com/en/ Deborah Silverman- Astrologer : https://debrasilvermanastrology.com/   Daily Globe Ironwood, Michigan April 13, 1979 "Celebrate Led Zeppelin" article    Original Music :   all songs by Alison Keslow  "In The Stars" "Aurora” "Open Door"   Intuitive Music Lessons, Performance and Recording inquires : http://www.alisonkeslow.com   Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and           https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859     

  Joining Alison this week is the super talented and very chill jazz trumpet player, composer and recording artist Phil Grenadier. Phil's trumpet playing and improvisations transports you in a magical way, opening up your senses and ears to unique melodies that blend many styles and feels.   Phil was raised in a musical home and his father introduced him and his two brothers to trumpet at a young age. Phil has loved music ever since and is thankful to have something that he is passionate about.  He loves working with people who have that same spirit and let me say.. He has worked with MANY great musicians.     At 16, growing up in San Francisco he was working regularly as a sideman, performing alongside such legends as Ella Fitzgerald, Mel Torme, George Shearing, Tony Bennett, Carlos Santana, James Brown, Sammy Davis Jr., Dionne Warwick and Steve Smith's Vital Information.   He's recorded 2 albums for Blue Note, 3 albums as a leader and is featured on many, many albums as a sideman. Phil is an in demand performer, session player and a professor in the brass and ensemble department at Berklee College Of Music.  He can be seen playing weekly at The Lily Pad, in Cambridge with Jerry Bergonzi, bassist Bruce Gertz and others.  In our conversation we talked about his musical beginnings, the friends and musicians along the way, his 2007 tour across Europe, South America and the United States with John Scofield's group with (bassist Steve Swallow),  one of many highlights for him playing at Carnegie Hall and his upcoming album featuring new original music that was was recorded and conceived during the 2020 pandemic with a new fusing of technology, modern music and jazz. Phil plays weekly at The Lily Pad in Cambridge so you can check him out live there.    Phil says, you never know who's listening and who you'll meet on the gig so stay open to who shows up. He is drawn to the subtle, poetic, spacious approach in his playing and is endlessly dedicated and passionate in music and one of the nicest people you will meet!   You can find out more about Phil Grenadier and hear his music at these websites!  Websites : Phil Grenadier :  https://philgrenadierjazz.com                                                     https://open.spotify.com/artist/187Do3cdDjr0UdWdbX4TYG    Listen to Phil's music here! Keep up with Phil on Social Media! YouTube :  https://www.youtube.com/user/PhilGrenadier Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/phil.grenadier                 ______________________________________________________ Intro song :  "In The Stars" by Alison Keslow Outro song : “Just Show Up” by Alison Keslow Featuring Phil Grenadier - trumpet      Dennis Hughes - keys Peter Wiernik - guitar Mike Connors - drums Alison Keslow - bass    Intuitive Music Lessons, Performance and Recording inquires : http://www.alisonkeslow.com Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and     https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and           https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859       

Have you ever had a coincidence on the gig that seemed like more than just a coincidence? It may have something to do with your musical intuition. Join Alison as she shares a few gig stories when musical intuition showed up at her gig.  Background Music Performances:  “Come and Go”  by Alison Keslow "The River Is You" by Alison Keslow             ______________________________________________________ Intro and Outro song :  "In The Stars". Alison Keslow Intuitive Music Lessons, Performance and Recording inquires : http://www.alisonkeslow.com   Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and   https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and           https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859

  This week join Alison as she shares some of her favorite everyday wisdom from spiritual gurus Wayne Dyer, Abraham Hicks and Neville Goddard. “The Feeling Is The Secret” is a key phrase to remember when working on your music practice. Alison shares her process and the importance of continually Returning To Your Music.  Background Music Performances:  Bach Cello Suite No.1- Prelude   performed on electric bass by Alison Keslow  “Energy”  by Alison Keslow The Birds and The Bees by Atilla Zoller Perry Bakalos - guitar, Alison Keslow- bass, Patrick Dalton- drums  “Scorpion Bowl” an original composition by Perry Bakalos, Alison Keslow and Chris Georgenes.              ______________________________________________________ Intro and Outro song :  "In The Stars". Alison Keslow Intuitive Music Lessons, Performance and Recording inquires : http://www.alisonkeslow.com   Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and           https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859     

This week Alison welcomes Boston based, drummer illustrator, animator, producer, audio engineer extraordinaire and visual storyteller, Chris Georgenes! Chris is a fabulous, funky and natural born drummer..   In fact, he is one of the busiest working drummers around Boston and New England and can frequently be seen playing with the band, The Boston Naturals as well as many other New England music artists. I first became familiar with Chris when I became a fan of his remote music collaboration videos through social media during the height of covid last year,  where many talented area musicians sent him their audio tracks of their music performances through the computer.. and Chris using his many talents, ensembles them into these beautiful visual and audio music stories. On Chris's website bostondrummer.com,  instagram and facebook.. you find the many collaborations he ended up doing. In our conversation we talk about a few of Chris's music video collaborations in particular. One video, was a beautiful rendition of the song, O-O-H Child” made famous in 1970 by the family band the five stairsteps. This song and collaboration was just what people needed during covid when everyone was stuck at home needing inspiration and hope. In our conversation we discussed how it came together and how the video was uploaded on a sunday evening and was on the new the next evening! .. The video can be found on youtube, it's called “ inspirational video with 17 musicians from Boston to Italy” It features a group performance that includes musicians, medical professionals and postman also showcase their musical skills in this beautiful,  moving performance… I have also had the pleasure of playing bass for a few of Chris's collaborations including , “tear the roof off” by parliament recorded with 13 basses and an original composition we co wrote with Perry Bakalos called, “ Scorpion Bowl” All these collaborations can be found on the websites below.    In our conversation we also talk about Chris's impressive career as an animator and the wonderful experiences that lead him to illustrate work for Steven Spielberg.    Chris Georgenes was destined to be a creative person and we talk about how it all started in a car ride with his family when he was a child. Chris went to Hartford Arts School and shares his drumming and arts background as well as his drum influences and connection to the drum community by providing many free, downloadable, tracks to play with.    Chris is hugely inspiring as he drives to create and produce content for all to enjoy. Chris, “Says yes to everything' keeps his mind open and is endlessly excited and dedicated to technology,  progress and story telling.    Websites : Chris Georgenes     https://www.bostondrummer.com                                 listen to Chris's music here!    Keep up with Chris on Social Media! YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLVc_j7llJH3xwT34WXS-Ow                   https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisGeorgenes1/videos   Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/chrisgeorgenes/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/chris.georgenes                   ______________________________________________________ Intro song :  "In The Stars" by Alison Keslow   Outro song : "In The Stars" by Alison Keslow“        Intuitive Music Lessons, Performance and Recording inquires : http://www.alisonkeslow.com   Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and     https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and           https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859       

 Danielle Festa's artwork continues to inspire me as she expresses real beauty and strength that resides in everyone through her paintings. Danielle's powerful artwork combines techniques of ancient masters with modern art techniques and reflects modern times. Her creative process is fascinating to watch on instagram and combines beauty, passion , intuition and invites us all to heal through her artwork.  Danielle Festa first began exploring the dimensions of personality constructs developed by clothing at the University of Amherst Massachusetts as a Fine Arts major. In her thesis work, she started incorporating textiles in combination with her traditional oil painting techniques. Since graduating in 2007, she has been painting and exhibiting in the New England area. Recently, she has moved to a studio at the Washington Street Mills in Dover, NH after working out of Somerville, MA for nearly a decade. Experimenting with the mixed media application of fabrics and oil paints, she continues to develop her evolving theme: the perception of dress. Danielle has shown her work in over 40 exhibitions from the Boston area to New York City to Oslo, 14 of which were solo shows in non-commercial galleries. She is also the recipient of the Boston Biennial Gold Painting Award in 2009 and the Somerville Arts Council Fellowship Grant in 2013.   In our conversation we talk about how she got started as an artist, her influences and family inspirations, her creative process, her fantastic Mask Yourself Series on instagram and much more!                      ______________________________________________________ You can find out more about Danielle Festa and see her artwork at these websites!   Websites : Danielle Festa https://daniellefesta.com  D graphics :  http://dgraphicsnh.com   Keep up with Danielle on Social Media! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/paintingsbydfesta/?utm_medium=copy_link Contact :  danielle@daniellefesta.com                       ______________________________________________________ Intro and Outro song :  "In The Stars". Alison Keslow Intuitive Music Lessons, Performance and Recording inquires : http://www.alisonkeslow.com   Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and           https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859         

Alison is joined by upright and electric bassist Brad Hallen. Brad has been one of the busiest working bass players in the Boston area and beyond since the 70's! He has recorded and toured nationally and internationally with the likes of Ministry, Susan Tedeshi, Aimee Mann, Johnny Winter, Roomful of Blues and countless other great musicians. Brad's bass playing supported tours opening for the Police, Culture Club and Madness. Brad Hallen speaks wisdom when he says, “you have to keep a beginners mind” and “that it's the connection that brings us back to the music.” Brad shares gems with us when he says, “practice makes practice' and that “having a practice is the most important thing as a human being" In this episode, Alison and Brad talk about the roots of bass playing and what it means to find connection in the world through music.                 You can find out more about Brad's performances, session work and bass instruction by visiting his website http://bradhallen.com ______________________________________________________ Intro and Outro song :  "In The Stars". Alison Keslow Intuitive Music Lessons, Performance and Recording inquires : http://www.alisonkeslow.com   Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and   https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and           https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859     

Tips on how to better protect your energy. Join host Alison Keslow as she kicks off her podcast Earthtones with an intro on energy awareness. Then joining her will be good friend and yoga mentor Katherine McClean. In this episode, they dive into what it's like to really be aware of your precious energy, yoga practice, chakras, meditation and the poetry of 13th century poet Rumi.                         ______________________________________________________ To contact Katherine and find out more about her wonderful offerings, visit her website  https://integrativehealingarts.weebly.com Katherine is a Certified Hatha yoga Instructor, Licensed Nutritionist and specializes in Integrative Healing Arts such as yoga, meditation, energy and sound healing as well as nutrition and personal training.                        ______________________________________________________ Intro and Outro song :  "In The Stars". Alison Keslow Intuitive Music Lessons, Performance and Recording inquires : http://www.alisonkeslow.com   Follow Alison on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonkeslow/ and   https://www.instagram.com/earthtoneswithalison/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alisonkeslow/ and           https://www.facebook.com/Earthtones-Podcast-106251781777859