Notes From An Artist

Send us a text Hard rock raconteur Gary Shea joins hosts and fellow bassists David C Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his autobiography No Bass, No Party with Gary Shea

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Send us a textHosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli welcome bassist bandleader Steve Miller to discuss his homage to the legendary American composer and conductor.  Music on the Way: The Music of Henry Mancini with Bassist Bandleader Steve Millhouse

Send us a textAuthor Jim Higgins discusses his Trouser Press book Sweet Wild and Vicious: Listening to Lou Reed and The Velvet Underground with hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli Sweet Wild and Vicious: Lou Reed & The Velvet Underground Playlist

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Send us a textAuthor, actor, and rocker, among other endeavors Peter Berwick joins hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his book TOO WILD TO TAME: THE STORY OF THE BOYZZ independently published and available now.In the late 1970s, Chicago and its surrounding environs was fertile ground for such emerging acts as Cheap Trick, Styx, and REO Speedwagon – to cite a select few. One collective which failed to grab the brass ring was the only band that mattered: The Boyzz! Berwick documents one of the wildest rides in the history of rock and roll. Buckle up!

Send us a textHosts David C. Gross & Tom Semioli look in the rear-view mirror of Notes From An Artist 2024, discussing interview highlights, musical endeavors, and plans aplenty for 2025Notes From An Artist Year in Review 2024

Send us a textDrummer, author, and LA metal rocker Billy Dior (nee McCarthy) discusses his memoir Beat Me 'Til I'm Famous with hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli. Billy McCarthy-Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow! Rockin' LA in the 1980s Playlist

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Send us a textProducer, arranger, and composer Charles Calello discusses his work with one of the 20th Century's most revered and influential artists, Laura Nyro, upon the release of the late singer-songwriter's comprehensive box set, Hear My Song: The Collection 1966-1995.The Artistry of Laura Nyro with Charles Calello Playlist

Send us a textFaithNYC PodFormance from Catalyst Records New York City Alternative rock reggae collective FaithNYC, led by singer, songwriter, poet, and bassist Felice Rosser joins Notes From An Artist Radio Podcasts hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli for live music and conversation in a unique experience aptly dubbed “PodFormance.”FaithNYC PodFormance from Catalyst Records New York City Playlist

Send us a textAuthor Cristoph Dallach Discusses New Klang: The Definitive History of Kraut RockHosts/bassists, David C. Gross and Tom Semioli talk all things "Kraut Rock" with Christoph Dalach author of an oral history out now on Faber & Faber Books. New Klang: The Definitive History of Kraut Rock Playlist

Send us a textPlaywriter, actor, composer, and performance artist Mikel Rouse joins hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about his career and autobiography The World Got Away Playlist Alert:Because "Dennis Cleavland: was never recorded outside of the live performance at Lincoln Center, it is not available through Tidal. SO...here is the YouTube link and I heartily recommend you view it!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfbUWdl64zAMikel Rouse Discuses The World Got Away Playlist

Send us a textBassist, composer, recording, and performing artist, and educator Chris Brubeck, of the iconic New Brubeck Quartet and Brubeck Brothers Quartet joins hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli for an hour of jazz, classical, and music industry ruminations. Take Five More: Chris Brubeck Talks Career, Family Legacy, Future Plans  Playlist

Send us a Text Message.Author Phil Freeman joins hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss the first full-length biography of Avant Garde jazz pioneer Cecil Taylor. Brewing Luminous: The Life & Music of Cecil Taylor with Phil Freeman Playlist

Send us a Text Message.Drummer, composer, producer and recording artist Michael Shrieve (Santana, Rock Hall of Fame) joins hosts bassists David C. Gross & Tom Semioli to discuss his new album Drums of Compassion which features contributions from Babatunde Olatunji, Jack DeJohnette, Sherik, Zakir Hussain, Airto Moreira, Trey Gunn, Amon Tobin, Raul Rekow, and Karl Perazzo …among others. Michael Shrieve Talks Drums of Compassion Playlist

Send us a Text Message.Author, journalist, digital media pioneer, lecturer, and commentator, among other endeavors, Anil Prasad joins hosts bassists David C. Gross & Tom Semioli to discuss the role of media in presenting music artists to the masses.Anil Prassad Playlist

Send us a Text Message.Hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli take a deep dive into the city that birthed the artform that is rock and roll, rhythm & blues and much more. Memphis Mayhem Playlist

Send us a Text Message.Acclaimed historian/author Jon Burlingame brings hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli back to the early days of television in his latest book Dreamsville: Henry Mancini, Peter Gunn, and Music for TV Noir. Author Jon Burlingame Takes Us to Dreamsville: Henry Mancini, Peter Gunn, and Music for TV Noir Playlist

Send us a Text Message.Roxy Music guitarist, composer Phil Mazanera shares stories and more with hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli from his autobiography Revolución to Roxy Phil Manzanera Discusses His Autobiography Revolución to Roxy

Send us a Text Message.Dubbed "Chops" by Miles Davis, trumpeter, recording and performing artist Mac Gollehon joins hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about his new album, career, and reflections on the past, present, and future of experimental jazz and more.Mac Gollehon Playlist

Send us a Text Message.Matt Lavelle returns to Notes From An Artist to discuss his latest release: The Crop Circles Suite Part One…with hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli Matt  Lavelle Talks The Crop Circles Suite Part One Playlist

Send us a Text Message.A double play from Tom and David…Author and journalist Tricia Romano discusses her new book The Freaks Came Out to Write: The Definitive History of the Village Voice, the Radical Paper That Changed American Culture available now on Public Affairs Books.And…Ian Hunter discusses his new album Defiance Part 2 Fiction featuring… Johnny Depp, Lucinda Williams, Slash, and Jeff Beck, along with the usual Rant Band suspects Paul Page, Dennis DiBrizzi, Steve Holley, Mark Bosch, Andy York, James Mastro, and Andy Burton…among other guest stars.Hunter also comments on his early days with Mott The Hoople; Andy York's role in Ian's career, Paul Page's interpretation of “All American Alien Boy,” and his relationship with the late, great Overend Watts among other topics.An Ian Hunter and Tricia Romano Double Play Playlist

Send us a Text Message.Author Sam Reese and saxophonist Matt Parker join hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to take a deep dive into the newly published Notebooks of Sonny Rollins Sam Reese & Saxophonist Matt Parker The Notebooks of Sonny Rollins Playlist

Send us a Text Message.Author James Kaplan joins hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about his latest book 3 Shades of Blue (Penguin Press) which follows the diverse artistic paths of Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Bill Evans and how they came to create one of the greatest albums of all time: Kind of Blue. James Kaplan...Three Shades of Blue Playlist

Send us a Text Message.Author, journalist Tricia Romano joins hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss her new book The Freaks Came Out to Write: The Definitive History of the Village Voice, the Radical Paper That Changed American Culture available now on Public Affairs Books.Interview Highlights with Tricia Romano Playlist 

Send us a Text Message.Ian Hunter joins hosts bassists David C. Gross & Tom Semioli to discuss his new album Defiance Part 2 Fiction featuring… Johnny Depp, Lucinda Williams, Slash, and Jeff Beck, along with the usual Rant Band suspects Paul Page, Dennis DiBrizzi, Steve Holley, Mark Bosch, Andy York, James Mastro, and Andy Burton…among other guest stars.Hunter also comments on his early days with Mott The Hoople; Andy York's role in Ian's career, Paul Page's interpretation of “All American Alien Boy,” and his relationship with the late, great Overend Watts among other topics. Interview Highlights with Ian Hunter Playlist

Send us a Text Message.Renowned for his tenure in Public Image Ltd., along with collaborations spanning Bill Laswell, Brian Eno, and Sinead O'Connor, among others; Jah Wobble talks with hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli about his musical philosophies and much more! Jah Wobble Explains The Power of the Universe Playlist

Guitarist, composer, and performer Elliot Sharp joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his latest Terraplane blues project and more.  Elliot Sharp: Kind of Terraplane Blue  Playlist

Legendary vocalist Joe Lynn Turner (Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow, Deep Purple) discusses his career, approach to his craft, current issues in the music industry, and Italian food with bassists/hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli. The Joe Lynn Turner Setlist

Acclaimed saxophonist, composer, educator, arranger, and recording and performing artist Danya Stevens releases his latest album "Closer Than We Think," and joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about his career and the state of the artform that is modern jazz. Dayna Stephens Playlist

Legendary bassist and former director of the National Jazz Ensemble Chuck Israels joins hosts / bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his new Backbeat book entitled Bass Notes: Jazz in American Culture – A Personal View  A Conversation with Chuck Israels Playlist

Hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli converse with British rock icon Roger Chapman, who shares insightful and humorous anecdotes from his storied career.A Conversation with Roger Chapman Playlist

Steve Vai:Virtuoso guitarist, composer, educator, and entrepreneur Steve Vai joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his career, artistic philosophies, and how he prefers his pasta cooked. A Conversation with Steve Vai Playlist

Still Rockin' After All These Years: A Conversation with Billy Sheehan Virtuoso hard rock / prog-metal bassist Billy Sheehan (David Lee Roth, Mr. Big, Winery Dogs, Sons of Apollo, Niacin, Talas) joins hosts / bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about a life dedicated to "The Big M!" A Conversation with Billy Sheehan Playlist

 Hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli converse with Yolanda Charles MBE; renowned British bassist, bandleader, composer, session musician, and mentor, among other endeavors.A Conversation with Yolanda Charles Playlist

Bassist, composer, recording and performing artist, and founding member of the Sex Pistols - Glen Matlock, joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss the past, present, and future of the art form that is rock and roll. A Conversation with Glen Matlock Playlist

What's in a name? Wicked Cool Records, founded by Little Steven Van Zandt, keeps the garage rock flame burnin' strong into the 21st Century. Wicked Coolies Palmyra Delran, Brad Hallen of The Nervous Eaters, and Steve Conte talk with hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli about their latest releases on said imprint and life as indie rockers! A Conversation with Wicked Cool Artists

Finding the right…notes & tie! It's not just about playing the parts; it's about looking the part on the bandstand as a musician….The maestro Ron Carter returns to NOTES FROM AN ARTIST for his fourth visit to talk about his fashion line rather than bass lines! The celebrated jazz icon and fashionista discusses his collaboration with Italian designer Franco Bassi for a new collection of neckwear and pocket squares aptly named "Planet Elegance.”  Ron Carter: Finding The Right... Tie! Playlist

He is an esteemed UK session bassist, Rockonteur podcast co-host, comedian, and author, among other endeavors. Guy Pratt wreaks havoc with hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli in Part One of an interview wherein everyone gets the last word! Almost... A Conversation with Guy Pratt Playlist Part Two

He is an esteemed UK session bassist, Rockonteur podcast co-host, comedian, and author, among other endeavors. Guy Pratt wreaks havoc with hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli in Part One of an interview wherein everyone gets the last word! Almost... A Conversation with Guy Pratt Playlist Part One

Hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli discuss the extraordinary tome BOB DYLAN: MIXING UP THE MEDICINE with publisher Nicholas Callaway and two players who were there at pivotal points in Dylan's storied career: bassist / musical director Rob Stoner and drummer Christopher Parker.   A Conversation with Nicholas Callaway, Chris Parker, and Rob Stoner...Bob Dylan Like You've Never Heard Before... Playlist

Famed rocker, actor, and SiriusXM personality Michael Des Barres discusses his new Wicked Cool Records single "Soul Shake" and the many highs and lows of his amazing career. A Conversation with Michael Des Barres Playlist

Author Jesse Rifkin joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his new book THIS MUST BE THE PLACE: MUSIC COMMUNITY AND VANISHED SPACES IN NEW YORK CITY: A Fascinating History that examines how real estate, gentrification, community and the highs and lows of New York City itself shaped the city's music scenes from folk to house music. A Conversation with Jesse Rifkin Playlist

Mark Bego ( Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson) and Teresa Knox of The Church Studio in Tulsa join hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss the celebrity biographer's latest book "Joe Cocker: With A LOT Of Help From His Friends" (Yorkshire Publishing). Cocker's relationship with Leon Russell, founder of The Church Studio, was a major factor in the late British Blues singer's enduring success on record and stage. A Conversation with Mark Bego and Teresa Knox Playlist

Hosts, bassists, and Weather Report fanatics David C. Gross & Tom Semioli discuss the history of Weather Report in a four-part series with Curt Bianchi – author of Elegant People: The History of The Band Weather Report. Part Four covers the final years with bassist Victor Bailey wherein the band moves away from experimental and pop jazz to world music under the strong influence of co-bandleader Joe Zawinul. A Conversation with Curt Bianchi Part 4

Author, historian, charity cricketer, archeologist, and founding member of the Rolling Stones, Bill Wyman joins hosts and fellow bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his latest book Billy In The Wars on Pegasus Books. An illustrated memoir, the book recounts Wyman's experiences as a young boy growing up in wartime Britain.  Bill Wyman Billy In The Wars Playlist

Hosts, bassists, and Weather Report fanatics David C. Gross & Tom Semioli discuss the history of Weather Report in a four-part series with Curt Bianchi – author of Elegant People: The History of The Band Weather Report. Part Three covers the Jaco Pastorius era wherein Weather Report achieves its greatest commercial success with the addition of the virtuoso bassist. A Conversation with Curt Bianchi Playlist Part 3

Hosts, bassists, and Weather Report fanatics David C. Gross & Tom Semioli discuss the history of Weather Report in a four-part series with Curt Bianchi – author of Elegant People: The History of The Band Weather Report.A Conversation with Curt Bianchi Part 2

Hosts, bassists, and Weather Report fanatics David C. Gross & Tom Semioli discuss the history of Weather Report in a four-part series with Curt Bianchi – author of Elegant People: The History of The Band Weather Report.A Conversation with Curt Bianchi Part 1 Playlist

It is unarguably the most important home run in the history of New York City baseball, and perhaps the most defining moment in the sport itself. In his new, best-selling book, The Twenty Greatest Moments in New York Sports History: Our Generation of Memories from 1960 to Today, award winning television sports journalist, producer Todd Ehrlich takes us behind the scenes at Shea Stadium on September 21, 2001. With the city reeling from the September 11 attacks, the Mets – adorned with FDNY and NYPD caps, and boldly defying MLB orders in doing such - take the field to bring the city back to some semblance of normality. In the 8th inning, with the Mets down 2-1 to their nemesis Atlanta Braves, Piazza strokes the home run that helped start the healing. The Twenty Greatest Moments in New York Sports History: Our Generation of Memories from 1960 to Today, by Todd Ehrlich with Gary Myers, is out now on Sports Publishing.