Music Connection

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's list of potential 2020 inductees has just been released. Once again, not enough women and no Warren Zevon but Randy Thomas and Anita Gevinson are voting for this year's inductees anyway! Check out who they think is worthy and why. And if you want to vote here's the link: https://www.rockhall.com/2020-nominees

Randy Thomas and Anita Gevinson relaunch the Musically Connected Podcast and talk about what they loved this summer including the Linda Ronstadt and Motown documentaries, Lana Del Rey, J.S. Ondara, and The Highwomen.

Join Randy Thomas and Anita Gevinson once again, for a fascinating convo with 4 Time Grammy Award Winner, 8 Time Grammy Award Nominee, bass player, songwriter and record producer Larry Klein. Larry shares his musical memories about his marriage to Joni Mitchell, his collaborations with Herbie Hancock, Tracy Chapman, Warren Zevon, Peter Gabriel and Walter Becker, and SO MUCH more! https://www.larrykleinmusic.com

Shinedown's Brent Smith is our ENCORE guest this week. Formed in 2001 in Jacksonville FL, 6 studio albums later Shinedown has sold more than 10 million records worldwide. 14 No. 1 singles on the Billboard rock chart, the 2nd most in chart history. In 2018 Shinedown released "Attention Attention" which Brent describes as a “story” album of songs that deal with mental health, facing fears and not being afraid to fail. Join us with singer-songwriter-musician Brent Smith! For more: https://www.shinedown.com

Since their spectacular, multimedia-powered Coachella performance in 2018, Harrison Mills & Clayton Knight-aka ODESZA-have been riding high. As busy as they are, the pair sat down with Music Connection for this podcast interview to talk about how they and their team are able to produce such massive music events. Check out the latest at: https://odesza.com

ENCORE Episode! Faith, friendship, respect, and love of music have kept Take 6 together all these years! Join hosts Randy Thomas and Anita Gevinson with Claude McKnight, lead singer of Take 6, to see what it's like to belong to the most awarded a cappella group in history. Ten GRAMMYs plus having recorded and/or performed with Ella Fitzgerald, Stevie Wonder, Sheryl Crow, and countless others. Take 6's album Iconic hit #1 on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz chart. Check them out here: https://take6.com

An incredible episode revisited: YouTube sensation SAARA, a Finnish singer/songwriter/artist, joins the podcast to talk about her hot new single, growing up making music, and the alien languages she created for "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" and "Star Trek Beyond." For more check out: https://www.helloimsaara.com

British Singer/Songwriter James Bay shares why the world thinks he left his music after the incredible success of his first album, his SNL appearance and new album dropping in May 2018. Also, hear the story about how James found the most incredible World Class Guitars - Designed and custom-built by the Frank Brothers, and played them for both his SNL performance and his music video, featuring his song Pink Lemonade. Check out more at: http://www.jamesbay.com

Encore Presentation! Previously, Randy Thomas & Arnie Wohl got a vacation update from Senior Editor Mark Nardone, and Mark reflected back on the three cover stories Music Connection did with Tom Petty over the years. Then Hot Australian Artist, Vance Joy stopped by the Podcast to talk about his fast rising career, popularity, and selling out his tour with one great single. Check out his latest tour and new music here: https://www.vancejoy.com

Once again, singer/songwriter Olivia Lane joins the podcast team of guest host Rachel Wohl, Mark Nardone and Anita Gevinson. All aboard as Olivia takes us on her journey from Houston to Los Angeles to Nashville. Olivia reveals her songwriting process for some of her biggest hits like "You Got Me", and "You Part 2". Check out more here: https://www.olivialane.com/

Back by Popular Demand! Denise Kaufman is the guitarist & bassist for Ace of Cups, one of the first all-girl rock bands. In 1967 in San Francisco, Denise along with four other fearless young women, opened for Jimi Hendrix and were on their way to superstardom. So what happened? Denise tells all including how the band made an unlikely comeback. Check out their website https://www.aceofcups.com for the new album!

Franke Previte, best known as the lead singer of the 1980's pop band "Franke and The Knockouts," is also an Academy Award-winning composer and the producer of a new empowering musical called "Calling All Divas". Check out the conversation here: https://www.facebook.com/CallingDivas

Canadian singer songwriter Sarah Burton left Toronto for Texas where she crafted her 5th studio album called "Give Me What I Want". We spoke to the very young and extremely gifted Sarah while on the road, on her Birthday! Check out more here: http://www.sarahburton.ca

Kam Franklin is the powerful vocalist for "The Suffers" an electrifying 8-piece Gulf Coast soul, rock, and funk band from Houston Texas. We talked to Kam about the band's music and life on the road, which is where we caught up with her. Check them out here: http://www.thesuffers.com

From 1991 to 1994, music manager Danny Goldberg worked with Kurt Cobain and Nirvana. He witnessed the many highs and lows of what turned out to be the last four years of Kurt Cobain's life. On the twenty-fifth anniversary of Kurt's death Danny Goldberg talked to us about his brilliant new book "Serving the Servant: Remembering Kurt Cobain”.

Nathan East is one of the most recorded bass players ever with more than 2,000 recordings. Check out our conversation and wonderful stories about some of the many artists Nathan has co- written, performed and recorded with - including Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Kenny Loggins, Phil Collins, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Beyonce and Daft Punk! Currently on tour with good friend and colleague, Eric Clapton. Check out Nathan's website for even more: https://nathaneast.com

Creator Producer Michael Arnone's story is amazing and inspiring. He will tell us how he went from being a union electrician in New Jersey in 1989 to his 30th Annual Crawfish Fest. It runs May 31st thru June 2nd and we have pair of tickets to give away. All you need to do is listen for and identify the sound that interrupts our conversation, instant message us and you're entered to win! Hurry, we’ll be drawing the winner at midnight Wed May 29th, 2019. More on the Fest here: http://www.crawfishfest.com

FRENSHIP released their new album "Vacation" on May 17th. James Sunderland and Brett Hite stopped by our studio to tell us all about it. If you're a musician with big Spotify dreams you need to hear their incredible story; and for everyone who can't wait to hear new songs from FRENSHIP you've come to the right place! They started their tour on May 18th. Get your tickets now at: https://wearefrenship.com

Behind the beard, plaid shirt & ball cap, lies a deep-thinker who loves community. He wants people to bond while he enjoys playing God’s music. Solo artist David Crowder, or “Crowder” has a new album “I Know A Ghost”. Hosts Bobby Sheldon and Mark Nardone ask about his writing process, and his first No. 1 Christian Radio hit “Come As You Are” now Gold. Touring with Mercy Me, performing at this summer’s CMA Fest, Crowder’s latest album includes “Red Letters” & “Let It Rain” ft. Mandisa.  www.crowdermusic.com

Legendary Guitarist and session musician Danny Kortchmar has played on some of your favorite records, like Carole King's "Tapestry" and Jackson Browne's "Running On Empty" and he's written some of your favorite songs like Don Henley's "All She Wants to do is Dance". Along with Waddy Wachtel, Leland Sklar, Russ Kunkel and Steve Postell, Danny and "The Immediate Family" have played on over 2,000 recordings. Don't miss this conversation with Danny or their show at The Mint on May 4th https://www.themintla.com/

Denise Kaufman is the guitarist & bassist for Ace of Cups, one of the first all-girl rock bands. In 1967 in San Francisco, Denise along with four other fearless young women, opened for Jimi Hendrix and were on their way to superstardom. So what happened? Denise tells all including how the band made an unlikely comeback. Check out their website https://www.aceofcups.com for the new album!

The subject is Rozes, in this case the multi-talented musician singer songwriter whose song "Halfway There" became the official anthem to the 2019 Women's March on NYC. Rozes takes us on her journey from Philadelphia to Coachella. Plus, tells us about working on new music, how we’re all connected, and who she’d love to collaborate with. Randy, Anita, and Mark spend some quality time chatting with another Philly girl, the EDM queen called Rozes.

Consider checking out our convo with two of the guys from Consider The Source, a Sci-Fi fusion progressive rock trio from NYC, which also includes John Ferrara on Bass Guitar. Gabriel Marin-Double Neck Guitarist and Jeff Mann-Drums & Percussion join the podcast from the road to talk about their latest release "You Are Literally A Metaphor" and so much more. Join Randy, Anita, and Mark as they find out how Television & Movies have influenced the music of Consider the Source.

Randy Thomas & Anita Gevinson gather a collection of moments with Berlin’s DIY Ambassador Mogli! Hear cuts from her latest EP Patience. Following the success of her 2017 film "Expedition Happiness" singer songwriter Mogli is on tour with new songs and a five piece band. Before she hit the road Mogli joined the podcast from her home in Berlin. Here are links to all the gigs: https://www.facebook.com/mogliofficial/ https://www.instagram.com/mogliofficial/?hl=en Don't miss Mogli when she comes to your town!

Rock royalty's Chris Stein is our very special guest on the Music Connection Podcast with Randy Thomas, Anita Gevinson, and Mark Nardone. Blondie's co-founder and guitarist shares the stories behind the previously unseen photos of Debbie Harry, Andy Warhol, William Burroughs from the 1970s, in his new book "Point of View: Me, New York City, and the Punk Scene".

Today it's a shocking and moving conversation with Jared Gaines aka Vaines, with Randy Thomas, Anita Gevinson and Mark Nardone. He opens up like never before about his dysfunctional tragic childhood, and how he persevered above it all to find his voice and become the artist he is today!

Looking for your dream job in the music industry? Today we meet Jade Driver, who along with her partner Cassie Petrey, are co-founders of Crowd Surf, a fan-centric marketing company in LA, Nashville, and NYC. Together, they also co-host the podcast “How I Got Backstage”. Join Music Connection's Randy Thomas and Anita Gevinson as they dive into Crowd Surf.

Clarence Greenwood aka Citizen Cope is a songwriter, producer and performer. He records on his own record label, Rainwater Recordings, and has just released his first album in six years, "Heroin and Helicopters". Randy Thomas and Anita Gevinson talk to Cope about how Carlos Santana helped name his new release, why he walked away from the big record companies and so much more!

On the latest episode of the Music Connection Podcast, Randy Thomas, Arnie Wohl, Mark Nardone and Anita Gevinson hang with Lauren Brown and Rob Kolar aka KOLARS. Their music is described as "Desert-Disco" and "Glam-a-Billy". Rob writes, sings, and plays guitar, Lauren drums & tap dances atop a bass drum and... they're married (to each other!) Come join us to find out how JAWS & KOLARS are related, and meet two incredibly talented yet very humble musical artists!

Iconic and prolific contemporary songwriter Diane Warren is in studio again with hosts Randy Thomas, Arnie Wohl, and daughter Rachel Wohl to talk Oscars and her creative process. From "Rhythm of the Night" that put her on the map, to her latest Oscar Nominated "I’ll Fight" for the movie "RBG" it's Diane's 10th time as a Best Original Song Nominee. Randy also shares that the 91st Oscars will be her 10th time announcing the global awards show. See it live Sunday, February 24th at 8PM ET, 5PM Pacific on ABC!

Join Randy Thomas and Anita Gevinson for a fascinating convo with 4 Time Grammy Award Winner, 8 Time Grammy Award Nominee, bass player, songwriter and record producer Larry Klein. Larry shares his musical memories about his marriage to Joni Mitchell, his collaborations with Herbie Hancock, Tracy Chapman, Warren Zevon, Peter Gabriel and Walter Becker, and SO MUCH more!

This week Randy Thomas and Arnie Wohl are face to face with Music Connection correspondent Anita Gevinson. She talks about her time with the LA Lakers & Hollywood’s elite, and life as a Rock n Roll DJ and author. Lots of laughs and crazy stories from Anita's memoir called "You Turn Me On, I'm a Radio... My Wild Rock ’N Roll Life".

Writing and performing since childhood, Trish Hosein aka TRISHES helps us understand what it means to be human. After graduating from Berklee with degrees in Songwriting & Music Business, TRISHES began touring the U.S. and abroad mesmerizing audiences with haunting hooks & hip-hop beats through her electro-opera one-woman shows. Hosein’s upcoming multi-media EP “Ego” includes her second single “Money” and emotionally charged “Hydra”. Join Randy, Arnie, Mark & Anita as we deep dive into the mind of TRISHES!

This week Hailey Knox joins the MC team in studio to talk about her incredible career and music. Taught to play guitar by her father at seven, Hailey has become a powerhouse looper, building her songs live onstage. Empowered by growth she talks about how she pushes through her fears to find her strength. Check out Traumatized & Hardwired recorded live in studio on the Music Connection Podcast!

Shinedown's Brent Smith is our guest this week. The band formed in 2001 in Jacksonville FL and 6 studio albums later Shinedown has sold more than 10 million records worldwide. 13 number-one singles on the billboard rock chart tying Van Halen. In May Shinedown released "Attention Attention" which Brent describes as an album of songs that deal with mental health, facing fears and not being afraid to fail. Arnie Wohl, Anita Gevinson, and Mark Nardone kick off 2019 with singer-songwriter-musician Brent Smith!

A comprehensive wrap of 2018 along with what’s coming up for the Music Connection podcast in 2019. Plus, international platinum selling singer songwriter Eric Hutchinson joins the podcast crew Randy Thomas, Arnie Wohl, Mark Nardone and Anita Gevinson to talk about his latest album "Modern Happiness", mental health, Prozac, and his board game "Songversations". Listen now for your chance to win!

Since their spectacular, multimedia-powered Coachella performance this year, Harrison Mills & Clayton Knight–aka ODESZA–have been riding high. They're even about to curate their very own EDM fest in 2019. As busy as they are, the pair sat down with Music Connection for this podcast interview to talk about how they and their team are able to produce such massive music events.

Randy Thomas, Arnie Wohl, and their favorite daughter Rachel Wohl sit down with millennial favorite, Jesse McCartney. You may know him as a teen heartthrob/pop music sensation, Broadway star, or voice over star of Alvin and the Chipmunks. He’s back and better than ever as he sits down in the studio to talk all things music with his new single “Wasted” taking off, and college music tour starting up. His Resolution Tour is kicking off in January; find him in your city!

Randy Thomas, Arnie Wohl and Mark Nardone are back talking about one of Rolling Stone's top 10 must-see-bands Greta Van Fleet! Brothers Josh & Sam Kiszka of Greta Van Fleet join the Music Connection Podcast crew to talk about their short yet rapidly growing career. And as this week's encore installment comes to a close, we hear a Concert Review from Carson Beck, who shares his experience of the “2017” Greta Van Fleet show at the Troubadour in Los Angeles.

Singer/songwriter Olivia Lane connects with the podcast team of guest host Rachel Wohl, Mark Nardone and Anita Gevinson. All aboard as Olivia takes us on her journey from Houston to Los Angeles to Nashville. (and she's only 27 years old!) Olivia reveals her songwriting process for some of her biggest hits like "You Got Me", and "You Part 2".

Chris Barron of the Spin Doctors with his album "Angels and One-Armed Jugglers" is our special guest once again. In Part Two, Chris shares more songwriting tips and what “Writing with Monkeys” really means. Also, how his experience with old-school record-making and disciplines of that era compare to the digital-age. Plus, a taste of his live bonus performances at SoundBOX:StudioCity. Join co-hosts Randy Thomas & Arnie Wohl as they explore the quick success of the Spin Doctors and all those early hits.

X Ambassadors lead vocalist & sax player Sam Harris and drummer Adam Levin join Randy Thomas, Arnie Wohl, Mark Nardone and Anita Gevinson for a joyful convo about their new music and how they're paying it forward with a mentoring competition called "Project: Aloft Star." Check out their song cuts for “Joyful” and “Don’t Stay” as well.

Singer-songwriter Chris Barron of the Spin Doctors is our special guest for 2 episodes. In Part One, Chris tells us stories about how the band got named, playing a biker bar, and thoughts of Lois Lane & Kryptonite. Chris also shares overcoming his vocal challenges and songwriting experiences. Join co-hosts Randy Thomas & Arnie Wohl, plus special correspondent Anita Gevinson as they explore the quick success of the Spin Doctors and how those early hits were born.

It’s been a year since we talked with Ty Dolla $ign, and this Halloween episode is a fitting replay of when Co-hosts Randy Thomas & Arnie Wohl hit the road with their YellowTec Mic for an exclusive interview with Ty at Club EP/LP in Hollywood, California. Ty chats with the duo about his new album “Beach House 3”, his incredible following, and meteoric success. Mark Nardone updates us on the latest from Music Connection Magazine along with fun musical insights from Anita Gevinson.

When we heard singer/songwriter KT Tunstall was booked as our guest on the Music Connection podcast our entire team had to be part of it, and we were not disappointed! Randy Thomas, Arnie Wohl, Mark Nardone, Carson Beck and Anita Gevinson talk to KT about her new album called "Wax,” her breakout hit “Black Horse And The Cherry Tree” and so much more. KT also tells us what it was like to have “Suddenly I See” featured as the opening song in the movie "The Devil Wears Prada.”

Hosts Randy Thomas Arnie Wohl and announcer Carson Beck speak with Ariana DiLorenzo American Synth Pop artist from New York City. Ariana and the Rose shares how she approaches writing her deep and meaningful music, plus the release of her newest release Lonely Star. Also, as a performance artist speaking to her music and Light & Space Show happening in Los Angeles and New York.

Randy Thomas, Arnie Wohl and Anita Gevinson talk to Santa Monica based singer & playwright Monique DeBose about her brave decision to pursue her life changing dreams, her latest release "The Sovereign One" and her one woman show "Mulatto Math: Summing up the Race Equation in America”. DeBose holds a master’s in Spiritual Psychology and graduated UC Berkeley with a BA in Math. Monique shares her story about when the numbers didn't add up for her, she jumped at the chance to find herself as a Jazz singer.

Randy Thomas and Arnie Wohl are joined by announcer Carson Beck for this intimate conversation with twins Alanna and Brianne Finn-Morris, from British Columbia. The girls have been singing together most of their lives but they don’t write and compose together. We discover how they got their break and the inspiration behind their music-a beautiful and refreshing blend of folk-rock-pop to lushly orchestrated ballads, plus we get a taste of their telepathically tight vocals when they perform live in studio.

In Part-2 of our Happy Birthday celebration to celebrate the 1st year, hosts Randy Thomas and Arnie Wohl, Sr editor Mark Nardone, contributing correspondent Anita Gevinson, announcer Carson Beck, and producer Bobby Sheldon continue interviewing each other. More great things you never knew about the people behind The Music Connection Podcast. Next week, we meet the intoxicating identical twin sister duo Fionn!

Starting off strong with year number two, our first guest is a second visit with Boy Epic. What a year it has been for Matt Stallings, since we interviewed him back in episode 41 of last year. Hear about his struggles & triumphs in both his personal life and music career. Get an exclusive taste of his latest song “3AM” and learn who he is proud to say is the number one person in his life. Coming up next week, get to know more of the team in Part Two of our Happy Birthday MC Podcast celebration!

To celebrate the 1st year, hosts Randy Thomas and Arnie Wohl, Sr editor Mark Nardone, contributing correspondent Anita Gevinson, announcer Carson Beck and producer Bobby Sheldon interview each other. Everything you wanted to know about the people behind The Music Connection Podcast! Tune in next week for Matt Stallings, aka Boy Epic, and after that our Birthday Celebration continues in Part Two.