Singers Unlimited highlights the art of song. Host Michael Bourne spotlights the American Popular Songbook and singers of ballads, blues, bossa, be-bop and beyond. Singers Unlimited has welcomed iconic singers to the studio, including Joe Williams, Tony Bennett, Nancy Wilson, Jon Hendricks, Antonio Carlos Jobin, and Diana Krall. Singers Unlimited podcast takes you down memory lane with great conversations and music from this fantastic archive! Check out the rest of our lineup at http://wbgo.org/studios
On November 16th, 1992, Tony Bennett sat down for a chat with his friend Michael Bourne at the WBGO Studios. Now, over 30 years later, both Tony and Michael are no longer with us, but the conversation, stored in the WBGO archives all those years, is available for you to hear right now. Special thanks to the American Archive of Public Broadcasting for providing the files.
Originally recording back in 2014, Singers Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga spoke with host Michael Bourne about their friendship and "Cheek to Cheek," their duet album of jazz standards by George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin and others.
Russian vocalist Svetlana joins host Michael Bourne on the latest episode of Singers Unlimited podcast.
Vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli joined host Michael Bourne on the latest episode of the Singers Unlimited podcast.
Vocalist, pianist, songwriter, educator, and producer Teri Roiger, along with her bass player, John Menegon, join Michael Bourne on the latest episode of Singers Unlimited podcast.
Pianist and singer Daryl Sherman joins Michael Bourne on the latest episode of Singers Unlimited podcast.
The ladies of Duchess-Amy Cervini, Melissa Stylianou, and Hilary Gardner- join Michael Bourne on the latest episode of Singers Unlimited Podcast.
Trumpeter/Vocalist/Composer Bria Skonberg joins Michael Bourne on the latest episode of Singers Unlimited Podcast.
On the latest episode of the Singers Unlimited podcast, vocalist Marty Elkins drops by the WBGO Studios for a special live performance, as well as a chat with host Michael Bourne.
On the latest episode of the Singers Unlimited Podcast, vocalist Hilary Gardner drops by to perform live and chat with host Michael Bourne.
On this episode of the Singers Unlimited podcast, Stacey Kent drops by the WBGO studios for a conversation with host Michael Bourne, and a live performance from Stacey and her band.
Jazz vocalist, guitarist, and song writer Allan Harris performs a variety of tunes and talks about developing his voice after receiving advice from Tony Bennet on this installment of Singers Unlimited Podcast.Produced by Billy Robinson
Singer Scott Morgan performs with Fred Hersch on the piano at WBGO's performance studio. They talk with host Michael Bourne about their relationship with the music and each other.Produced by Billy Robinson
Singer Polly Gibbons chats with host Michael Bourne about her origins, art, and show business. Matt Baker joins her on piano for a wonderful and passionate performance from the WBGO Performance studio.Produced by Billy Robinson
Singer Tessa Souter sings and talks about the DNA within her music, and her family. She is also joined by guitarist David Gilmore for this in studio performance featuring songs from her album Picture in Black and White.Produced by Billy Robinson
When Cyrille Aimée joined WBGO's Michael Bourne on Singers Unlimited, she brought the same fine musicians who formed her band during a run at Birdland. She also brought songs from her then new album, Move On: A Sondheim Adventure (Mack Avenue), a celebration of the music of Stephen Sondheim.Produced by Billy Robinson
Singer Lauren Kinhan, with pianist Andy Ezrinto, join host Michael Bourne in WBGO's studio. Kinhan sings and talks about her tribute album to Nancy Wilson, A Sleepin' Bee.Produced by Billy Robinson
Becca Stevens joins host Michael Bourne to perform and talk about her discovery of multiple genres of music and how she incorporates those early influences into her sound. She also talks about her alter-ego, "Regina".Produced by Billy Robinson
Marlene VerPlanck returned to Singers Unlimited — this time to sing in the studio with pianist Allen Farnham and bassist Jay Leonhart. She also talks about the music she loves to record and what inspires her.Produced by Billy Robinson
Connecting through Shirley Horn, Singer Kendra Shank and Pianist Frank Kimbrough share the origin and essence of their musical connection.Produced by Billy Robinson
On the latest episode of Singers Unlimited Podcast, vocalist Karrin Allyson speaks with Michael Bourne and brings the warm vocal sunshine with a couple of "spring songs".Produced by Billy Robinson
Vocalist Jazzmeia Horn sings and talks to Michael Bourne about how she chooses to tell stories through music. Turning negative energy into positive vibes on the latest episode of Singers Unlimited Podcast.Produced by Billy Robinson
Paul Jost joins host Michael Bourne to talk about his "quiet but powerful" vocal performance, and the inspirations that drive his sound.Produced by Billy Robinson
Veronica Swift sings and Emmet Cohen plays on the latest episode of Singers Unlimited Podcast. She also talks about growing up in jazz and developing her technique.Produced by Billy Robinson
Vanessa Rubin sings and swings on Singers Unlimited. She also talks about her hometown of Cleveland and pays homage to Tadd Dameron.Produced by Billy Robinson
Singer-Pianist-Songwriter-Actor Nellie McKay performs and talks about the many hats she wears as an entertainer/social activist.Produced by Billy Robinson
Singer Kat Edmonson and host Michael Bourne talk about the inspirations behind her writing and the influences of the Great American Songbook.Produced by Billy Robinson
Singer Carmen Lundy drops by with her band to chat about early influences in jazz, and how she draws from those influences to create art on the latest episode of Singers Unlimited Podcast.Produced by Billy Robinson
Host Michael Bourne gets to the heart, soul, and methods of Catherine Russell on this edition of the Singers Unlimited Podcast.Produced by Billy Robinson
The musical world of Ben Vereen on Singers Unlimited Podcast.Singer and actor Ben Vereen chats about life and inspiration on this episode of the Singers Unlimited Podcast.Produced by Billy Robinson
Diana Krall on the inaugural episode of Singers Unlimited Podcast.Host Michael Bourne walks down memory lane with singer Diana Krall on this edition of Singers Unlimited Podcast.Singers Unlimited podcast is produced by Billy Robinson