The Right Key

This week my guest is pioneering music electrical engineer, founder of sequential LLC, creator of the Prophet 5 synthesizer and one of the founders of Midi - Dave Smith.    https://www.sequential.com/   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dave_Smith_(engineer)

This week I'm talking with drummer Steve Gadd. Steve is one of the most recorded and influential drummers in history. From Paul Simon to 'Stuff' and a host of the very best artists in between, Steve has made an indelible mark in modern music. https://www.drstevegadd.com/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Gadd

This week I'm talking with renown violin maker, James McKean. Jim creates master level instruments sought and played all over the world by the very finest artists. http://mckeanviolins.com/

This week I'm talking with songwriter, composer, and conceptualist - Nick Littlemore. Nick is co-founder of Pnau, co-founder of Empire of the sun, Composer and musical director for Cirque Du Solei and much more.   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nick_Littlemore

This week I'm talking with multiple grammy-winning engineer and producer, Nic Hard. Nic has created his own sonic imprint and is now heard on pretty much everything on GroundUp music, including all recordings by Snarky Puppy. https://nichard.com

In this interview, I'm talking with vocalist and composer Theo Bleckmann. Theo has created a sound and technique all his own and his work transcends genre. He's a singular voice who is revered by many and is a well-loved artist around the world.   Theo Bleckmann: http://theobleckmann.com

In this interview, I'm talking with multiple grammy winning trumpet player, Randy Brecker. Randy is a groundbreaking world-renown solo artist in the jazz scene and is a major figure in the history of New York City recording. He's truly an icon.   Randy Brecker: https://randybrecker.com/

In this interview, I'm talking with television composer Edd Kalehoff. Edd's music has been woven into the fabric of American Television for over 50 years and he has composed everything from themes and incidental music for major franchises to all sorts of regional work. His work is ubiquitous.   Edd Kalehoff: http://www.eddkalehoff.com/

In this interview, I'm talking with well-known NYC recording drummer, Shawn Pelton.  He's the first call for many artists, producers, film composers and contractors and in addition has been the drummer for Saturday Night Live for twenty-eight years.  

In this interview, I'm talking Grammy-winning virtuoso of the chromatic harmonica, Gregoire Maret. Known the world over for his playing and musicality, Gregoire has worked with the likes of Pat Metheny, Jimmy Scott, Cassandra Wilson, George Benson, Herbie Hancock, Marcus Miller, Prince, Elton John and Sting. 

In this episode, I'm talking with multi-instrumentalist, producer and engineer Mark Plati. Mark has worked with some huge artists including The Talking Heads, Janet Jackson ,Lou Reed, New Order, Philip Glass, Prince and David Bowie.   Mark Plati http://mark-plati.com/

In this episode, I'm talking journalist Sarah Larson. Sarah has been a writer with the New Yorker for many years now and has contributed over 400 pieces for the New Yorker. She often pens pieces on culture and the arts and has produced some incredibly insightful work.   Sarah Larson https://www.newyorker.com/contributor...

In this interview, I'm talking with six-time grammy award winning composer and arranger, Vince Mendoza. Vince has worked with a long list of the greatest living artists including Elvis Costello, Randy Brecker, Peter Erskine, Michael Brecker, Gregory Porter, Bjork and Joni Mitchell Vince Mendoza https://www.vincemendoza.net/

In this interview, I'm talking with vibraphonist, composer and bandleader, Joe Locke. Joe has long been considered one of the finest vibraphonists on the planet with a slew of recording credits including 32 albums as a leader, he's made a very impressive mark.   Joe Locke: https://joelocke.com

In this interview, I'm talking with actor, singer, dancer, percussionist, musical director, orchestrator, choreographer, motivational speaker and general positive source, Everett Bradley. He's toured with several major pop artists, played significant roles on Broadway, been the MD of a major daytime television show and so much more.   Everett Bradley: https://www.everettbradley.com/

Here I'm talking with trumpet player and arranger Jerry Hey.  Jerry and his horn section created their own highly sought-after horn sound.  Jerry's work has been heard on thousands of recordings including many of the biggest records of the 70s, 80s, 90s and beyond.  

In this interview, I'm talking well-known jazz guitarist Adam Rogers. Adam has recorded and toured with artists such as Michael Brecker, Randy Brecker, Chris Potter, Ravi Coltrane and many others. He has released several acclaimed solo recordings and is a native of New York City.   Adam Rogers: https://www.adamrogersmusic.com/

In this episode, I'm talking with film composer Theodore Shapiro.  Theodore (Teddy) is one of the most prominent composers in Hollywood today.  His credits include many many well-known feature films and he has a deep passion for his work.  

Here I'm talking with international star of stage and screen - Vanessa Williams.  With multiple platinum and gold hit records, multiple appearances in major motion pictures and broadway productions as well as her own fashion line, she's a force to be reckoned with.   

Here I'm talking with virtuoso cellist Carter Brey.  Carter is the winner of multiple international competitions and has been the featured soloist with every major orchestra in the world.  He's the principal cellist of the New York Philharmonic.     

Here I'm talking with prolific composer, keyboardist and general mad genius, Jim Beard. Jim has toured with the Mahavishnu Orchestra, John Scofield and Pat Metheny. He's recorded with Wayne Shorter, Dave Liebman and Michael Brecker and has 6 solo albums of his own. He's currently the keyboardist with Steely Dan.   Jim Beard: http://www.jimbeard.com/

Here I'm talking with the incredibly versatile Catherine Russell. She's a multi grammy-winning jazz vocalist and has also toured and recorded with top artists such as Steely Dan, Madonna, Al Kooper, David Bowie and many more. She's an amazing musician and human being.

Here I'm talking with NYC recording veteran, guitarist David Spinozza.   Although David's name may not be one that a lot of people know, he's been on most of the important NY recordings in the past 50 years.  His credits include work with 3 of the 4 Beatles, James Taylor, Paul Simon, Aretha Franklin, Donny Hathaway, Bonnie Raitt and the list goes on and on.  He's got a fascinating history and viewpoint to share.  

Here, I'm talking with legendary bassist and singer Will Lee.  Will has over 1200 recording credits to his name and was the bassist of the reknown house band for David Letterman for 33 years.   He has recorded and performed on virtually every notable recording for the past 50 years and his singing voice has appeared in far more places than most people know.  He's full of life and beautiful stories!

I'll be talking with the very singular force of jazz drumming - Jeff 'tain' Watts.   7-time grammy winner Watts is perhaps best known for his seminal work with the Wynton Marsalis Quintet, where he defined his own musical universe.  He's since gone on to play on 180 other recordings including 11 as a leader.    He's a master musician and has a beautiful spirit.