Music On The Couch

Preview Show #1 - Features conversations with past winners Kevin Burt & Hector Anchondo and a Round Table discussion of the dos and don'ts from long-time venue coordinators Sandy McCann, David Hughes & Tony Prederickson. We will also take your questions via phone.

NATIONAL WOMEN IN BLUES IBC SHOWCASE PREVIEW I am going to be joined by Michele Seidman, President/CWB to discuss the event and she is bringing along Meg Williams, Redd Velvet & Lady A to talk about the showcase BOBBY MURRAY & GREG NAGY – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Bobby has released the new album Love Letter From Detroit with the top Blues vocalists in the area, including Greg Nagy.  Greg has also released the single, “Every Day Will Be Like A Holiday”.  Should be fun. SUNNY BLEAU The debut album is entitled Breakfast Served Cold, and I look forward to speaking Sunny and finding out more about this talented musician. HANS THEESSINK & BIG DADDY WILSON Heading to Denmark & Germany for our last guests of 2021! These two talented musicians have released Pay Day and I am thrilled they both agreed to wake up early to have a talk about their music and their plans for 2022.

HANNA PK Hanna is a talented pianist who has released her third album, Blues All Over My Shoes. Produced and featuring Kenny Neal, the album is jam packed with tasty originals featuring her playing and distinctive voice. JON SPEAR BAND – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC They have released B-Side Of My Life and I am excited to speak with Jon and Andy about the music and more. WILLIE JACKSON Out of Savannah, GA, Willie is a prolific songwriter, and has released All In The Blues, an album of 12 original songs and we will discover his journey and listen in to the music. MICK SCHAFER From Portland Oregon comes guitarist, songwriter, bandleader Mick Schafer and I look forward to talking with him and learning about his long journey to where he is today, as we listen to tunes from Back To The Blues

JASON RICCI & JOE KROWN – Semi Couch Kid New Music Jason makes his fifth visit to The Couch, this time with first-timer Joe Krown.  They have released City>Country>City and we will speak with Joe about his career and the two about this collaboration. STEVE MARRINER – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC We finally get to speak with Steve after having to reschedule his first appearance. I look forward to speaking with Steve and sharing music from the album, Hope Dies Last. DAVE SPECTER – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Dave returns to The Couch after a 7 year absence. We will go deep into the new album, Six String Soul – 30 Years On Delmark.  This should be fun. TOMMY CASTRO Another reschedule that I have been waiting on.  We will speak with Tommy about his incredible journey and share the music on A Bluesman Came To Town.

MEMPHIS LIGHTNING – WORLD PREMIER Lightning & Red will return and honor us with the World Premier of their new album.  This should be a blast! VINTAGE #18 – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Robbin will be by to talk about the new album, Soul Shaker and all that is happening with the band. We might even get to speak with one or two of the guys in the band.? MEMPHISSIPPI SOUNDS Damion Pearson and Cam Kimbrough are Memphissippi Sound and they bring a new flavor to The Blues.  Look forward to chatting with them. TERESA JAMES – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Teresa returns to The Couch with the new album, Rose-Colored Glasses.  I look forward to chatting with Teresa and sharing the tunes.

SHEBA THE MISSISSIPPI QUEEN – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC  Sheba returns to The Couch to discuss her world and the new release This Is The Blues. MEG WILLIAMS – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Meg stopped by during the first show of 2020 to talk about the single, “Fuel For My Fire”.  She returns to talk about her last two years, and the new album, Live And Learn…a winner. ILANA KATZ KATZ – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC It has been 4 years since we have had Ilana on a Monday show.  Looking forward to catching up with her and talking about the music on In My Mind, her latest release.   COLIN JAMES Colin's last visit was back in 2018, so we have much to talk about plus the new album, Open Road.

STACY MITCHHART – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Looking forward to Stacy returning to The Couch.  The new album, Printer's Alley is a celebration of his 24 years in Nashville. Will be some good stories!  JENNIFER PORTER Jennifer makes her debut appearance on The Couch to talk about her career, and the music on the new album, Sun Come And Shine. ZAC HARMON – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC It has been a few years since we've sat with Zac.  I look forward to hearing what his world has been like and to discuss the music on the new album, Long As I Got My Guitar. BEN LEVIN Ben's released Still Here, and he makes his first visit to The Couch to talk about the journey and the music he and his dad create.

SUE FOLEY Sue Foley makes her first visit to The Couch to discuss her musical journey and the new album, Pinky's Blues.   COREY HARRIS First time for Corey to sit on The Couch and we look forward to discussing his remarkable journey and the new album, Insurrection Blues, his 20th album and first in 3 years.   LADY A – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC The REAL Lady A returns to The Couch to talk about her new release Satisfyin'.  We will talk about her last year and where she is going in 2022.   BRANDON ISSAC – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Brandon returns to The Couch and we will discuss his world and the music on Random Primitive

DEBBIE BOND Debbie makes her firt visit to The Couch to talk about her incredible journey and the music on Blues Without Borders, her latest release dedicated to her mom.  ALEX LOPEZ We finally have a chance to catch up with Alex and talk about his journey and the new album Rising Up. TONY HOLIDAY – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Tony returns to The Couch for his third visit in three years to talk about the last 16 months and the new release Soul Service.

BRIGITTE PURDY – COUCH KID NEWS Brigitte comes by to talk about and share her new single, “Stylin'” COLIN LINDEN – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Colin returns to discuss the music on his new album, bLOW and his world the last few years. ALTERED 5 BLUES BAND – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC The guys from the band return to talk about the new album, Holler If You Hear Me and their worlds since their last visit. ELLY WININGER Elly has been recording for years and she has released The Blues Never End and I look forward to speaking with this talented musician. CHRIS BARNES – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Chris returns to the Couch with Bad News Rising, his latest release containing 10 Hokum Blues numbers Barnes is known for.  I look forward to chatting again.

LINDSAY BEAVER & BRAD STIVERS They have released their self-titled Duo album, and I am excited to speak with them.  Brad is a Couch Kid and this is Lindsay's first visit. CAROLYN WONDERLAND Another new guest on The Couch. Carolyn has released Tempting Fate, and I am excited to talk about her journey, the new music and her plans for the future. GA-20 Formed in Boston in 2018 by Matthew Stubbs and Pat Faherty, the trio (two guitars & drums) share their love of old school Blues.  The new album is GA-20 Does Hound Dog Taylor…Try It You May Like It. We will talk about the band and the music TOMMY CASTRO We had a miscommunication and will be trying to rebook in the future

Rescheduled From August 02   ROBERT BILLARD & THE COLD CALLS From Halifax we will meet Robert and talk about his incredible musical journey and the new music on Stop. MICK KOLASSA – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Mick brings his new album, Wasted Youth, to The Couch. Should be fun! ATOMIC 44'S A sort of Couch Kid New Music Segment as Johnny Main has appeared on the show, but Eric Von Herzen makes his first visit.  They have combined for a new album, and we'll talk all about it.

DONNA HERULA Donna has released Bang At The Door and we will discuss her journey and the music on the new album. TITO JACKSON Under Your Spell is his new Blues album on Gulf Coast Records.  We will talk about the last years, his new music and what is next. AL BASILE – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Al is back with the new album, B's Testimony and I am looking forward to chatting with him about his world and the new music. AVEY GROUWS BAND – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC The new album is entitled Tell Tale Heart and I will chat with Chris Avey about their world and the new music.

ANDY PEAKE – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Andy returns to The Couch to talk about his last year and the music on the latest release, Mood Swings. BRAD VICKERS & HIS VESTAPOLITANS - COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Brad & Margey will return to The Couch and we will find out about their 2020 and also the music on the new album, Music Gets Us Thru, recorded before the lock-down. BROKE FUSE – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Jay Moonah aka Broke Fuse returns to The Couch to discuss the new album, Rocket Ride, recorded and now released exactly one year after Why Should I Be Blue. We'll talk about that and more. KELLY ZIRBES – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Kelly has released Kelly's Lot, Where & When, a collection of 14 songs, some originals, some reinventions of other's music.  We will chat with Kelly and find out what is going on in her world.

GABE STILLMAN – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Gabe has released Just Say The Word, his first on the Vizztone label.  We will talk about the music – Gabe wrote 13 of the 15 songs and more with this talented artist. MARK CAMERON – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Mark returns with his latest release, Back From The Edge, a collection of song recorded over 18 months during the pandemic. TAS CRU – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC - WP The album is Broke Down, Busted p, and it is unlike anything he has released before.  We'll talk about the new direction and what is to come. HECTOR ANCHONDO – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Hector will release Let Loose Those Chains on September 17th, and we will get a chance to share the music early while we discuss the song origins and more.

COLIN JOHN – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC The album is entitled Electric Lotus, and Colin John once again uses his talents to expand the definition of music.  Something different, but something special.  I look forward to chatting with Colin again. JOEL DaSILVA – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Joel has just released Against The Grain, his latest collection of creations. I look forward to chatting with Joel and sharing the new music. CLAY MELTON – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Clay has released Back TO Blue and I look forward to speaking with this talented young man again.  He was last here back in 2011 after his appearance in the Youth Showcase at the IBC. SHARI & DOUG – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Shari Puorto & Doug Woolverton have created Lightning's Lessons Volume 1, an album designed to help teach young children and featuring the top of the Blues world.

TOBACCO ROAD BLUES BAND Brand new to The Couch, this band out of Austria and we will speak to them about their musical journey and the new album, Papa Legba. LAUREN ANDERSON Lauren has just released Love On The Rocks and she will be making her first visit to The Couch.  We will discuss her career and music and where she is heading. SOULFUL FEMME Soulful Femme is Stevee Wellons and Cheryl Rinovato out of Pittsburgh, PA.  They have released their second album, It Is Well With My Soul, and they will join me for the first time to talk careers, life and music. POLLY O'KEARY – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Polly returns to The Couch to discuss her world and the new album, Too Much Like I Care.  Always a blast to speak with Polly.

GUY KING – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Guy returns to The Couch to talk about his world and the new music on his album, Joy Is Coming.     MIKE ZITO – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Mike has released Resurrection, an 11-track explosion of songs.  Mike and I will chat about the album and his world.   E.G. KIGHT – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC E.G. has released The Trio Sessions along with drummer/percussionist Gary Porter and guitarist Ken Wynn.  I look forward to chatting with E.G. and sharing the new music.   KIRK NELSON & JAMBALAYA WEST I will sit and chat with Kirk about his musical journey as we listen to tunes from the new album, Lagniappe.    

TOMMY Z – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Tommy Z is back with new music.  The album, Plug In & Play. The album contains 11 tracks and features Tom Hambridge.  We will find out all that is new in his world since his last visit back in 2016. REVEREND FREAKCHILD – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC The Rev returns for his 7th visit to The Couch.  His album is entitled Supramundane Blues, a collection of 13 gospel favorites done the way Rev. Freakchild can. CHRIS GILL It is time to bring Chris onto The Couch.  He has released Between Midnight & Louise…and it has been worth the wait.  We'll talk about Chris' long journey and where he is heading DEB RYDER – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Deb comes back to The Couch to talk about the new music on Memphis Moonlight, and her world the last year.

SEAN CHAMBERS – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Sean will join me to talk about his new album, That's What I'm Talking About, his tribute to Hubert Sumlin. MEMPHIS LIGHTNING Both Lightnin' and his dad Red will join me to talk about their adventure and the last year of their lives, and the album Borrowed Time. CLINT MORGAN – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Clint returns to The Couch to talk about the last few years and his new album, Troublemaker. WILL JOHNS – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Will will be joining me from England to talk about his new album, BluesDaddy and more.

  I hated being dark three weeks in a row. I have been thinking of starting an all-music show and that looks like it is coming close…so I thought I would do this one.  I can control it from my phone from anywhere.Who can't resist a SUMMER TIME JAM!     

TOM CRAIG – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Tom will return to The Couch to talk about his last two months touring around Florida and the new album, Good Man Gone Bad.   WILDROOTS – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Wildroots Records is the incubation chamber for Stephen Dees, Patricia Dees and Victor Wainwright.  They have just released Wildroots Sessions Volume 1 and I will chat with Stephen and Victor and maybe even Patricia about the beginnings and the music.   CHRIS CAIN Chris takes his first seat on The Couch and we will explore his journey and listen to music from the new album, Raisin' Cain.   GABE STILLMAN Gabe finally takes a seat on The Couch to speak about his career, the last few years since he showed who he is at the IBC and the album he recorded with The Nighthawks.

GUY DAVIS – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Guy is releasing Be Ready When I Call You on June 4th on M.C. Records and he will come back to The Couch to talk about the new music and the world he has been living in. DAVE KALZ Dave will be releasing his debut album, Relish, on June 25th on Gulf Coast Records, and I will get to sit with him and talk about his journey and the new music. JIMMIE BRATCHER – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Jimmie returns to The Couch to talk about the world around him today and the new album, I'm Hungry. R.D. OLSON - COUCH KID NEW MUSIC R.D. has released Born In The Country and we'll speak with him about his music, the last year and more.

HALLEY DeVESTERN BAND – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Halley and the band have released Money Ain't Got Time, recorded Live.  I will speak with Halley and find out all about their world and the music on the album. EDDIE 9v – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Eddie returns to The Couch to talk about the new album, Little Black Flies, his year in isolation and turning 25! REV. SHAWN AMOS – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Reverend Shawn returns with his latest album, The Cause Of It All.  Will be nice to catch up with him and find out how he survived the last 14 months ANTHONY PAULE BAND - COUCH KID NEW MUSIC - WORLD PREMIER Anthony will return along with Larry Batiste to speak about the new album, Not In My Lifetime, the last album made before Wee Willie Walker left us. Will be fun to catch up with Ant.

PAUL BENJAMIN – COUCH KID NEWS Paul will stop by to talk about the return of the North Atlantic Blues Festival after the cancellation of last year. TIA CARROLL Tia has released the album You Gotta Have It, her first stateside studio recording.  We will talk about her journey and the music on the album. CAMPBELL & JOHNSON Christine Campbell and Blake Johnston have put together the Black Market Band and have released a new album.  We will talk to them about their journeys and music. HUSTLE SOULS The band has just released the album Daydream Motel and I will speak with Chris about the band, their journeys and the music they are making. SWAMP POETS This is a new band for me, but I enjoyed their album, Hoodoo Du Voodoo and am looking forward to speaking with Christian Michael Berry about the band, their history and more.

JOSE RAMIREZ - COUCH KID NEWS Jose comes by to talk about his new single, "Whatever She Wants" PATTI PARKS Patti finally takes her seat on The Couch to discuss her career, the difficult year she has had and the release of her Kenny Neal produced album, Whole Nother World. ROB LUTES Rob has just released his 8th solo album, Come Around, and he will join me to discuss his remarkable career and the music he creates. DAVY KNOWLES Davy has taken his album, Roll Away, that he recorded with Back Door Slam and reimagined the album as a solo acoustic project, Roll Away Revisited.  We have that and the rest of his journey to discuss. GRANDADDY SHORT LEG The band has released Firewater Sessions Vol. 2. This trio makes some fun music and live their lives to the fullest.  We’ll talk to Lester, Cletus and Smoke-Eye about how this all began and where it is going.

MR. SIPP – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Mr. Sipp returns to The Couch to talk about his last year and the new music on his recently release Sippnotized. ANNIE MACK – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Annie will return to The Couch after a 7-year absence to talk about her world and the new EP, Testify. KAT DANSER – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Kat was scheduled to be here n April 5th but needed to bow out at the last minute due to her puppy being attacked.  We will check in on the puppy and Kat and listen to tunes from the new album, One Eye Open. BOB CORRITORE – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Bob will return to The Couch to talk about his world and the new release Spider In My Stew.  Always a fun time.

MARIA MULDAUR – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Maria returns to The Couch to talk about the last couple of years and her new album, Let’s Get Happy Together. EDDIE TURNER – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC It’s been 5 years since Eddie last sat on The Couch.  We will speak with him about his world, the recovery from his accident and the new album, A Change In Me. GRAVELY JAMES Out of Niagara, ON, Chris Madronich (Gravely James) has released From Steve’s Shed, and we will talk about his journey and music. WILL PORTER Will Porter has re-released his critically acclaimed album Tick Tock Tick and it gives us the chance to meet this fine musician and talk about his career and music.

REV. JOHN LEE HOOKER, JR – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC The Reverend John returns to The Couch to discuss his world since he visited in 2012…His becoming a Reverend and the new album Testify. DEXTER ALLEN – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Dexter has released Keep Moving On and he returns to The Couch to discuss the new music and the world around him. URBAN LADDER SOCIETY – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Stevie J and Chriss Gill come by to discuss their worlds the last year and the music on the new album, The Summit. STEVE KEENAN Steve has released the album, In My Hands, and we will talk to him about his journey and the music..  

  DEB POWER – COUCH KID NEWS Deb has released the single, “Before My Time”, in memory of Kern Pratt.  A wonderful tribute to a friend gone too soon. SKYLAR ROGERS Skylar has released the new album, Firebreather, and we will sit and discuss her journey from childhood until today while we listen to some tunes. SAMANTHA MARTIN – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Samantha returns to The Couch to discuss her new album, The Reckless One, and we will also talk about her last year and the look ahead. CASEY HENSLEY– COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Casey has released Good As Gone and she returns to The Couch to talk about her world, the new album and her look ahead. SARI SCHORR – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Sari released the album, Live In Europe, last year and somehow I missed it.  She has just released the single, “Turn The Radio On” and we will also take a listen to that as we find about her last few years.

REVEREND PEYTON Reverend Peyton has released Dance Songs For Hard Times and we get to have a chat with him about his life and musical journey.   AJ CRAWDADDY The band has released Steppin’ Out and I get to sit with leader Angelo Rossi about his fascinating career and the music he makes.   AJ FULLERTON AJ has released the album The Forgiver And The Runaway and he will join me to talk about the road that has led him to this place and time as we listen to the tunes.   KAT DANSER – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Kat returns for her third visit to The Couch to talk about her world and the new album One Eye Open.  I always enjoy Kat and her tunes.

DAVE THOMAS Dave has been playing music for almost 50 years and has had an incredible ride.  We will talk about that ride and more as we listen to music from his new album, One More Mile.   ALIAS SMITH & JONES Sal Carolei and Reneé Flemings are Alias Smith and Jones.  They both have unique histories, and we will chat about that and the music on the new album, Hit & Run.   POPA CHUBBY – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Sitting at home during the pandemic, Tin Foil Hat was born in the only way Popa Chubby could.  We’ll talk about his time and the music and more.   MINDI ABAIR Mindi has released The Best Of Mindi Abair, and she finally takes her seat on a Monday Couch show.  Should be fun.

JOHN MCLEAN John has recorded the album, Shadow Man with Charles Barkatz and he will join me to talk about his travels in the Blues and the creation of this album. DAMON FOWLER – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Damon returns to talk about Alafia Moon, the new release filled with gorgeous tunes.  We'll also catch up and see what is in his future. GEORGIA RANDALL Georgia has released Hound Dog, her newest.  I find her music enthralling and look forward to learning more about her and her journey. RA'SHAD THE BLUES KID Ra'Shad started playing guitar at the age of 16 and has only advanced since. He started his first band at the age of 23.  He is releasing new music a little at a time, but we will sit and talk about his career and his vision for the future.   

JOHN MCLEAN John has recorded the album, Shadow Man with Charles Barkatz and he will join me to talk about his travels in the Blues and the creation of this album. DAMON FOWLER – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Damon returns to talk about Alafia Moon, the new release filled with gorgeous tunes.  We’ll also catch up and see what is in his future. GEORGIA RANDALL Georgia has released Hound Dog, her newest.  I find her music enthralling and look forward to learning more about her and her journey. RA’SHAD THE BLUES KID Ra’Shad started playing guitar at the age of 16 and has only advanced since. He started his first band at the age of 23.  He is releasing new music a little at a time, but we will sit and talk about his career and his vision for the future.   

GHALIA VOLT Ghalia need to make music when all closed down…the answer, One Woman Band, her new album of music.  I will speak with her about her journey and new album.   THE HUNGRY WILLIAMS The band was assembled by drummer John Carr and they play the Blues with an R&B flavor.  The new album is Brand New Thing and we will talk about the band’s journey and music.   THORNETTA DAVIS – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC With a BMA nomination and the world spinning, Thornetta will join me to talk about her nomination, the music on Honest Woman and her previous album…another Covid-brain repeat!   KATIE KNIPP Just found this young woman who has released her sixth album, The Well.  I will speak with her about her journey as we listen to the tuneage.

ALASTAIR GREENE Alastair stops by to talk about the release of the acoustic version of Bayou Mile, from his album The New World Blues…and we will catch up.   TREVOR B POWER Trevor is from the New Jersey area and has been performing his music for many years.  His sophomore album, What Is Real brings his Jersey shore Rock/Blues/Soul to his fans.  We will talk about his journey and listen to the tunes.   JOHNNY NEVER Johnny’s mission is to deliver pure, unadulterated vintage Blues to his audiences.  He has released Blue Delta and we will speak with Johnny about his career and music   ANNE HARRIS Anne is finally coming to The Couch.  She has released a new single, “Over” and we will talk about that and we will also listen to her last release, Roots, and talk about her life and career.   HITMAN BLUES BAND – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC The band has released Not My Circus, Not My Monkey and Russell Alexander will return to The Couch to talk about the new music and everything else going on in their world.

CARY MORIN – COUCH KID NEWS Cary comes by to talk about his new single, "Trust" and we will chat about the upcoming album.   RANDY MCALLISTER – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Randy returns to The Couch to discuss the new album, Paperbag Salvation and we’ll find out what Randy has been up to since his last visit.   JOHN-PAUL JONES John-Paul comes out of Iowa and has been working his Blues for over 20 years.  The new album is Broke In Bridge City, and Jp and I will talk about his career and music.   STEVE HILL – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Steve is about to release Desert Trip, and he and I will talk about the new music and all that has been going on in his world since our last chat.   CURTIS SALGADO We get to sit with Curtis and talk about his career and music and the new album, Damage Control.  

THE BLUESBONES Out of the Belgium, the band formed in 2011, released their debut album in 2012 and have played over 400 shows throughout Europe.  The new album is Live On Stage and we will chat with Nico De Cock, lead vocalist about their journey.   SUNDAY WILDE – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Sunday returns to talk about her new album, Peace In Trouble and her last year.   DAVE KELLER – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Dave returns to talk about his new album, You Get What You Give.  We will also talk about Dave’s last year and his look ahead.   ALLY VENABLE – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Ally has released her fourth album, Heart Of Fire, a collection of 11 songs with positive messages for these difficult times.

HURRICANE RUTH - CKN Ruth will come by and share why she decided to record the Jackie DeShannon classic "Put A Little Love In Your Heart" GRAINNE DUFFY From Ireland comes Ms. Gráinne Duffy with her new album, Voodoo Blues.  I will sit and chat with Ms. Duffy about her career and music.   JOYANN PARKER – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Joyann has released Out Of The Dark and I am looking forward to chatting with her about the new music and how she has coped over the last year.   SHAKIN WOODS The band is led by singer/guitarist Rich Russman and they have released The Blues Groove Session 1 & Session 2. I will chat with Russ about his music, the road he took to get her, the band and more.   ARIS PAUL BAND The sophomore album from the band is “a place where blues and soul meet pop power and twang”.  I will explore the journey of leadman Aris Paul and discuss his music and visions for the future.

STRATCAT WILLIE Stratcat Willie (Willie Hayes) has released a new album entitled On The Prowl.  I will sit down and chat with Willie about his career and music.   FEDERICO LUIU – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Federico returns with the new album, Walkin’ The Blues, a 7-song that shows Federico’s rising talent.  We’ll talk about his journey and listen to the tunes.   SELWYN BIRCHWOOD – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Selwyn returns with his new album, Living In A Burning House.  Will be great to catch up with this wonderful artist and to share the new music.   LUCA BURGALASSI Luca has just released Color My World, composed and recorded in Virginia during the lockdown, the album is an introspective voyage.  We will talk about the road he has taken until today, the album and his Covid stories.

MISTY BLUES BAND – WORLD PREMIER Gina Coleman will join me to talk about the new album from IBC Finalist Band, Misty Blues Band.  The album, entitled None More Blue, will be released in about a week, but we get it here first.   MARY HOTT – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Mary has released Devil In The Hills: Coal Country Reckoning, an album of music ranging through Bluesy Americana, Root Rock, Celtic and even some Gospel.  Mary and I will talk about her world since her last visit, the pandemic isolation and the music.   VERONICA LEWIS We met Veronica a year ago in Memphis and now she joins me on the Monday Couch.  The new album is entitled You Ain’t Lucky and it will be released on February 19th, so you get an early listen.  We will find out more about this talented young woman.   SHERI ROBERTS GREIMES Sheri is out of the Pac NW and has been performing since she was a teen.  She has won honors from the Washington Blues Society and has appeared at the IBC in Memphis.  Her new album is Bleeding Heart and we will find out more about her journey as we listen to the tunes.

DUDLEY TAFT – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Dudley has released Cosmic Radio, a dozen original songs shouting out to the universe.  Dudley and I will talk about his last year and the music on the new album.   AUSTIN JOHN From upstate New York to Nashville, TN, Austin John’s music shows the full experience of his life.  His new album, Diggin’ In, recorded at his home studio this past year.  We will find out more about Austin and his journey as we listen to the tunes.   WILL WESLEY We met Will when he joined us along with Couch Kid Kern Pratt (RIP) when they released the sIngle “New Kind Of Blues”.  Will is now ready to release his full album and we will talk about the music and learn of his journey.   KELLY’S LOT – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Kelly Zirbes and her band have released Another Sky.  It takes Kelly to another level with music that is both Blues and not Blues….Always fun to chat with Kelly.

Beginning in 2012, I brought Music On The Couch to Beale Street during the International Blues Challenge. The only LIVE media outlet on the street, I was able to steam live and archive forever, about 21 hours each year. There were some glitches here and there, but for these 4 shows, I will be sharing some of the highlights from those 9 years of shows. Tonight, to finish the series we will speak with the USA acts and also the winning acts we spoke with after the event ended each year.

Beginning in 2012, I brought Music On The Couch to Beale Street during the International Blues Challenge. The only LIVE media outlet on the street, I was able to steam live and archive forever, about 21 hours each year. There were some glitches here and there, but for these 4 shows, I will be sharing some of the highlights from those 9 years of shows. Tonight, the international acts that come to Memphis from around the globe

Beginning in 2012, I brought Music On The Couch to Beale Street during the International Blues Challenge. The only LIVE media outlet on the street, I was able to steam live and archive forever, about 21 hours each year. There were some glitches here and there, but for these 4 shows, I will be sharing some of the highlights from those 9 years of shows. Tonight we feature the women and women led bands we have spoken with over the years

Beginning in 2012, I brought Music On The Couch to Beale Street during the International Blues Challenge. The only LIVE media outlet on the street, I was able to steam live and archive forever, about 21 hours each year. There were some glitches here and there, but for these 4 shows, I will be sharing some of the highlights from those 9 years of shows. Tonight, interviews with the Youth Showcase acts who came to Memphis both from the US and the world.  

BEAUWATER Out of St. John’s NL, the band formed in 2008.  They had just released Who Works For You and I will chat with the band about their origins and music. JOSH PICHE Josh has released a new self-titled EP. From Toronto, we will chat about his career and the music he is creating. COUSIN HARLEY From the Vancouver area of Canada, this trio of hillbilly rockers have released Let’s Go and I will chat with the band about how it all came to be for them. DENNIS JONES – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Dennis has released the new album Soft, Hard & Loud and he will return to The Couch to talk about the album and music and his 2020 and the outlook for 2021.

MEG WILLIAMS – COUCH KID NEWS Meg has released Fuel For My Fire and we will talk about that all ALL the music Meg has been sharing throughout the year. COYOTE MOTEL – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC The new project from Couch Kid Ted Drozdowski, I am always excited to speak with this talented musician and share songs from Still Among The Living. TOMAS DONCKER Tomás has released Wherever You Go, an album recorded entirely during the quarantine across 8 time zones. We will speak about his journey and the album as we listen to the tunes. K. WALTERS Khalif Wailin’ Walters is out of Chicago known for his foot stompin’ funky Blues.  The K. Walter Project and the album, Far Away From Chicago, brings his modern take on classic acoustic Blues.  We will talk about his journey and listen to the music. SONNY GREEN Sonny has released Found! One Soul Singer, his debut full-length album.  Recorded from Little Village Foundation and produced by Kid Andersen, the album is a display of modern day Soul Blues.  We will talk about Sonny’s life and music and hear some tunes.

A first for Music On The Couch...   I have received so much Holiday Music this year, I have decided to do a 'regular' radio show and play them for you and yours...

HEAD HONCHOS New music from the band entitled Blues Alliance.  I will speak with the father/son duo Rocco Calipari Sr. & Jr. about their journeys and the new music. DICK EARL’S ELECTRIC CIRCUS Dick has performed for over 40 years with many different bands, as well as his own.  He has released a new album, and we will chat about his musical journey. JACK DeKEYZER Jack has released his 12th album, Tribute, and I am looking forward to chatting with this 2x Juno and 7x Maple Blues Award winner. RANDY CASEY – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Randy returns to The Couch with his new album, Record Time.  We will also check on how his world is going and his next plans.

HEAD HONCHOS New music from the band entitled Blues Alliance.  I will speak with the father/son duo Rocco Calipari Sr. & Jr. about their journeys and the new music. DICK EARL’S ELECTRIC CIRCUS Dick has performed for over 40 years with many different bands, as well as his own.  He has released a new album, and we will chat about his musical journey. JACK DeKEYZER Jack has released his 12th album, Tribute, and I am looking forward to chatting with this 2x Juno and 7x Maple Blues Award winner. RANDY CASEY – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC Randy returns to The Couch with his new album, Record Time.  We will also check on how his world is going and his next plans.