Podcasts about Berklee College of Music

We're back and warming up for the official return of Making It with Chris G this Thursday with a brand new format: the Coffee Chat Q&A ☕️

This episode features Benny, a musician and producer who performs under the name Muted Circus. Benny, originally from Orange County, California, is currently based in Brooklyn, New York. He spent seven years in Tokyo, Japan, and attended the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston. The discussion starts with Benny sharing the story of his first rock concert at the age of 13, where he saw The Get Up Kids in a small, intimate venue in his hometown. This concert sparked his lifelong passion for live music, leading him to attend concerts frequently, including during his college years and time in Japan. Benny reminisces about the DIY music scene of Orange County in the '90s and shares anecdotes about attending shows with his older brother and friends. He also recalls a memorable yet disappointing encounter with Dave Mustaine from Megadeth during a concert in Tokyo, juxtaposing it with a positive experience meeting Marty Friedman, a former Megadeth guitarist.The conversation then shifts towards Benny's musical project, Muted Circus, a deeply personal undertaking inspired by the death of his father. The project comprises 10 EPs with 50 songs, each featuring his father's visual artwork on the covers. Benny explains how creating this music helped him process his grief and reflect on his relationship with his father. He delves into the themes explored in his music, often revolving around the impact of his parents on his life. Benny shares the challenges and emotional journey of writing and recording these songs over several years. He also introspects on the nuances of live vs. recorded music and the emotional resonance that well-produced music can often deliver.During the interview, Benny performs 'Disconnection,' a song from his final EP in the Muted Circus series. The song captures the sentiment of final phone calls with a loved one and reflects Benny's extensive relationship with his father through daily check-ins on the phone. The episode concludes with Benny discussing his future plans for more music releases under different projects and emphasizing the therapeutic power of music in processing complex emotions. Listeners can explore Benny's work on platforms like Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube.BANDS: No Doubt, The Get Up Kids, Jimmy Eat World, Real Big Fish, Gwen and Eric Stefani, Megadeth, NSYNC, Metallica, Slayer, Marty Friedman, Dave Mustaine.VENUES: Makuhari Messe (Japan), Koos Cafe, The Chain Reaction, Madison Square Garden. PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/SeeingThemLivePlease help us defer the cost of producing this podcast by making a donation on Patreon.WEBSITE:https://seeingthemlive.com/Visit the Seeing Them Live website for bonus materials including the show blog, resource links for concert buffs, photos, materials related to our episodes, and our Ticket Stub Museum.INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/seeingthemlive/FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550090670708

What really happens when you go to one of the most famous music schools in the world? In this episode, Sharon pulls back the curtain on her time at Berklee College of Music as Scott digs into the highs, the lows, and the stuff you don't hear in the brochures. From late-night jam sessions to lessons learned side by side with other hungry young musicians, Sharon reflects on how community—not curriculum—shaped her most. If you've ever wondered what it actually means to come up in a place like Berklee, you'll want to hear this.

What really happens when you go to one of the most famous music schools in the world? In this episode, Sharon pulls back the curtain on her time at Berklee College of Music as Scott digs into the highs, the lows, and the stuff you don't hear in the brochures. From late-night jam sessions to lessons learned side by side with other hungry young musicians, Sharon reflects on how community—not curriculum—shaped her most. If you've ever wondered what it actually means to come up in a place like Berklee, you'll want to hear this.

In this episode, we dive into the nuances of networking and making meaningful connections in the music industry. Our guest, bassist Luis Espaillat, shares his insights on navigating the professional landscape, from the importance of saying "yes" to opportunities to the value of versatility and immersion in one's craft.   We explore Luis' musical journey, from his time at Berklee College of Music to his diverse collaborations with artists across genres. The conversation also touches on the challenges and rewards of touring, the role of social media in personal branding, and the art of preparation and improvisation.   Additionally, we discuss the concept of "drumming roulette" and the importance of pushing boundaries and embracing new musical experiences. This episode offers valuable lessons for musicians and industry professionals alike, highlighting the power of adaptability, authenticity, and a genuine passion for the craft.   Luis Espaillat is a multi-faceted bassist and musician whose career has spanned many genres and taken him around the world. His unique sound can be heard in all forms of media from shows on network television such as Roswell,New Mexico, Smallville and King Of The Hill, major motion pictures includingS.W.A.T. and American Wedding and even video games includin: Need For Speed:Hot Pursuit 2 and Project Gotham Racing.   In the studio, Luis can be heard in various genres from the modern country sounds of Bailey Zimmerman's multi-million stream and counting hit, “NeverComin' Home,” country legends like Michael Martin Murphey to contemporary country, Juno award nominees Autumn Hill, the #1 Country  Christian song, “I'm There” by Buddy Jewell, TV commercials for the likes of Ford Trucks and Zaxby's to the Billboard Top 20 hard rock sounds of Eve To Adam. His sense and respect for the art of the song itself has made him in demand for many songwriters and producers not only in Nashville, but also Los Angeles and New York City. On the stage, Luis has performed with country stars Jon Pardi, Brett Eldredege (for his big band Christmas tours), Lee Ann Womack, Jo Dee Messina, Ty Herndon, Lee Greenwood, Trace Adkins, Jamie O'Neal, Jimmy Wayne, Lindsay Ell, and Pam Tillis, legendary singer/songwriters such as Gavin DeGraw and Jim Messina, rockers such as Tom Keifer of Cinderella, Tantric, The Guess Who, Tony Harnell and Bo Bice, progressive instrumentalist like Johnny Hiland, and even artists that defy normal convention such as country rappers Cowboy Troy and Colt Ford, just to name a few.   A graduate of Berklee College Of Music, Luis also conducts clinics and master classes on the world of studio recording, touring and of course, bass. Luis resides in Nashville, TN.   Some Things That Came Up:    -9:00 Brett Eldredge's Christmas Big Band    -13:30 Luis' Road Rituals and Routines    -18:00 Good Hangs…Brad Pitt?   -18:30 Billy Bob Thornton? Robert Downey Jr.?   -22:30 Berklee “Caf Shows”, Rush and Queen    -23:00 Meeting Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson    -25:00 The band HOT ACTION COP   -27:50 Sunset Boulevard Adventures and Ron Jeremy   -29:50 Dominican and Puerto Rican Roots   -30:30 A well rounded education includes the Arts    -35:00 Luis' first Nashville opportunities    -37:00 The dirty word that is ‘Networking'   -38:00 What's Your Problem? Can I Help?    -40:00 Upright or Electric Bass    -42:00 Entertaining social media -43:00 Luis loved film scores   -48:00 Pop and Slap technique    -50:20 The Big PRIMUS audition    -57:50 The DRUMEO genre test    -1:01:20 Luis and Rich doing a music business panel at Belmont University   -1:02:50 The time saving rhythmic shorthand and kick drum patterns    -1:04:40 Listening Latin Music growing up and immersion -1:09:00 Pigeonholes…and keeping all polished   -1:11:40 The Immersion Technique   -1:15:30 Voice Over for Amtrak   -1:16:15 Luis' Musician Spotlight at The Country Music Hall of Fame    -1:18:20 The Fave 5    -1:23:00 Tribute Band   -1:27:00 Drummer “Poker Tells”    Follow: www.luisespaillat.com www.facebook.com/luisespaillatbass www.X.com/luisbass www.youtube.com/luisespaillat www.instagram.com/ebassluis https://www.tiktok.com/@luisespaillatbass   Snapchat: ebasslu   The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!   Follow Rich: @richredmond www.richredmond.com   Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur. Follow Jim:   @jimmccarthy www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com www.itsyourshow.co

Send us a textMy guest is legendary drummer, author and educator, Rod Morgenstein! In this episode we do a deep dive into Rod's incredible 50 year career, including Dixie Dregs, Steve Morse Band, Winger, The Jelly Jam and much more! We played tracks from the aforementioned bands with Rod offering commentary. We also talk about a new drum tool developed by Rod called the "Wing Thing" - a must for every drummer and drum tech! So come along for the ride and thanks for watching and listening, and please subscribe! The Wing Thing: https://morgensteintool.comWinger "Tin Soldier" https://youtu.be/20xl9x8BhUM?si=rC5h3tDQA2F3VZ2kRod's Berklee College online drum course: https://online.berklee.edu/courses/rock-drumsThe Drum Set Musician: https://hudsonmusic.com/product/the-drumset-musician/?wcacra=7305119Exciting news! 100% of the proceeds from Live From My Drum Room T-shirts goes toward a newly created Live From My Drum Room Scholarship with the Percussive Arts Society! https://pas.org/pasic/scholarships/ Live From My Drum Room T-shirts are made of soft 60%cotton/40% polyester. Available in XS-2XL. $25 includes shipping in the contiguous US. Payment with Venmo: @John-DeChristopher-2. Be sure to include your size and shipping address. Email: livefrommydrumroom@gmail.com. Thank you to everyone who's bought a shirt to help support this endeavor!Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! is a series of conversations with legendary drummers and Music Industry icons, hosted by drummer and music industry veteran, John DeChristopher, drawing from his five decades in the Music Industry. Created in 2020, and ranked BEST Drum Podcast, "Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher!" gives the audience an insider's view that only John can offer. And no drummers are harmed on any shows! Please subscribe!https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

Sarah "Val" Valente of Berklee College of Music talks about the importance of spotlighting student creativity and nurturing artistic growth when marketing creative institutions. Tune in as we chat about tailoring marketing to students and alumni, creating local creative ecosystems, and being in the business of supporting big dreams.Key Takeaways: We talk about marketing tailored to creatives in multiple stages of their journey, from student to parent to alumni.Learn how Berklee achieves long-term brand appeal by ensuring their degrees support students beyond their time at school.We explore the impact and responsibility of creative institutions who ethically support the dreams of their students and faculty.

"Berklee College Of Music"  'de eğitim gören ve  ürettiği şarkılarda batılı yorum tarzı ve  müziğiyle müzik piyasasında farklılaşmayı başaran Dilan Çıtak Müzik Habercisi'nde Michael Kuyucu'ya "Kasko" ve sonrasında yayınladığı "Divane" adlı şarkılarını anlattı.Dilan Çıtak, İbrahim Tatlıses ile anılmaktan ve magazin basınına konu olmaktan rahatsız mı?"Divane" adlı 2024 yılının son çeyreğinde yayınladığı teklisinin klibinde ki dansları nasıl geliştirdi?"Kasko" adlı şarkıda yaptığı hiciv nasıl ortaya çıktı?"Babamdan Emanet"  albümü nasıl hazırlandı? Bu albümde en çok heyecanlanarak seslendirdiği şarkılar hangileri?

Erini is a traditional Greek singer who combines classic Greek music with other genres including jazz, pop and classical. She toured for three years with Cirque Du Soleil. She's collaborated with Danilo Perez and Nella among others. And she's a professor of music at Berklee College of Music.My featured song is “Ma Petite Fleur” from the album Made In New York by my band Project Grand Slam. Spotify link.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here .To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.“Dream With Robert”. Click here.—----------------------------------------ROBERT'S SINGLES:“SOSTICE” is Robert's newest single, with a rockin' Old School vibe. Called “Stunning!”, “A Gem!”, “Magnificent!” and “5 Stars!”.Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------“THE GIFT” is Robert's ballad arranged by Grammy winning arranger Michael Abene and turned into a horn-driven Samba. Praised by David Amram, John Helliwell, Joe La Barbera, Tony Carey, Fay Claassen, Antonio Farao, Danny Gottlieb and Leslie Mandoki.Click HERE for all links.—-------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES”. Robert's Jazz Fusion “Tone Poem”. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------“THE RICH ONES”. Robert's sublime, atmospheric Jazz Fusion tune. Featuring guest artist Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears) on flugelhorn. Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with Erini at:www.erinimusic.com Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com

In Episode Five, Dave Reis speaks with internationally renowned, award-winning jazz musician Greg Abate, a saxophonist, flutist, and composer. He's traveled the globe on his musical tours. After finishing his education at Berklee College Of Music in the mid-70s, Greg Abate went on to play lead alto saxophone for the Ray Charles Orchestra for 2 years. Abate formed his group Channel One in 1978. It became a New England favorite and offered him an opportunity to play tenor sax from 1986-87 with the revived Artie Shaw Orchestra under the leadership of Dick Johnson. He was recently ranked number three in the Downbeat reader's poll for alto sax.  The Artist Index's jazz documentarian and Jazz Podcast Series host, Dave Reis, spent nearly 26 years as a Jazz radio show host, among his many other accomplishments. He was one of the original longtime DJs who worked at the former WUSM which became radio station WUMD, 89.3 FM, on the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth campus. Dave Reis, AKA David Domingo Reis, began as our guest on In-Focus Podcast 154. and In-Focus Podcast 181. He returns once again as the host of our first-ever ten-part jazz podcast series underwritten by the Fiber Optic Center. There is no better host for this series than Dave Reis, a walking, talking jazz encyclopedia and local legend himself. Dave grew up surrounded by and hanging around with many of the jazz greats he will be presenting his ten-part Jazz Podcast Series underwritten by the Fiber Optic Center. Podcasts are also available on your favorite media app, including Amazon Music / iHeart Radio / Libsyn / Podcast Page / Spotify / WebPlayer, and APPLE PODCASTS

World-renowned saxophonist and Blue Note recording artist Walter Smith III is the model music educator and practitioner. This enormously talented saxophonist pursued music education as a profession as far back as high school. In this episode, Walter's storied career follows the path beginning with performing at McDonald's at age 7, to an exciting area of study at one of today's premier high schools, Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA) in Houston, Texas to leadership roles at Berklee College of Music, reflecting on experiences at the Thelonious Monk Institute (today, the Herbie Hancock Institute) and exciting tours with legends like Wayne Shorter and Herbie Hancock. Gender equity in jazz, a priority for Walter, is spearheaded by the Berklee Jazz and Gender Justice Institute, and innovations in jazz education promoting inclusivity. Walter touches on his transition from Boston to New York, emphasizing the interplay between performance and teaching. Walter Smith III just released his eleventh album as a leader. Our conversation on Strictly Jazz Sounds also takes a deep dive into three of us are from Houston and Reuben is not. This project includes three of his closest music cohorts who are three of the most accomplished and influential musicians in jazz today: Jason Moran-piano, Reuben Rogers-bass, and Eric Harland-drums. The music does not disappoint in any way. We listen to clips of selected tracks, discuss the music and the significance, if any, of the composition titles. Walter is/has been a member of many legendary and highly accomplished groups (recording and/or touring) including the Roy Haynes Fountain of Youth Band (Walter was fired when he decided to go to Los Angeles, California), Terence Blanchard Quintet, Jason Moran's In My Mind: Monk at Town Hall, Ambrose Akinmusire Quintet, and the Christian McBride “Situation”, He's also teamed up with Eric Harland's “Voyager”, the Bill Stewart Trio, Marquis Hill's “New Gospel Revisited”, and the Sean Jones Quintet among others. Thank you for listening to Strictly Jazz Sounds. You have a choice among many other jazz podcasts, yet you selected this one today. You have my appreciation for your time and interest. Photo by Travis Bailey.

In this episode of Music You're Missing, host Brendan Jeannetti sits down with Peter Boyd, the Talent Buyer for Boston Calling, to explore his unique journey into the music industry and the behind-the-scenes challenges of organizing a major festival. Peter's story takes us from his college radio days to his current role at one of Boston's most iconic events, all while offering invaluable insights for those looking to break into the industry.Peter shared that his career path was anything but linear. Starting as a college radio host, he stumbled into the music scene, eventually finding himself bartending at a live music venue in Boston. It was during this time that he began managing bands and booking shows—skills that would later be instrumental in his role at Boston Calling. He emphasized the importance of taking initiative, noting that he started booking shows simply because he was "bored" and felt stuck in the service industry. This entrepreneurial spirit set the foundation for his eventual leap into festival management.At Boston Calling, Peter and his small team orchestrate the three-day festival, which has grown into one of the city's premier events. Peter highlighted the importance of preparation, explaining that much of the festival's success hinges on detailed planning long before the gates open. "If everything is done correctly ahead of time, all you can do is wait for something to go wrong during the event," he explained, underscoring the unpredictable nature of live events.One of the key takeaways from the conversation was the importance of local talent to Boston Calling's identity. The festival is unique in its commitment to featuring Boston-based artists on its Orange Stage, giving lesser-known acts a platform alongside headliners like Megan Thee Stallion and Hozier. Peter described how booking local talent was a deliberate choice, helping these artists gain exposure while enriching the festival with a homegrown feel. He also stressed that for emerging artists, the key to getting noticed is not just having a strong online presence, but being active in the live music scene—whether that's through consistent gigging or putting yourself out there.This year's Boston Calling showcased Chapell Roan's rapid rise to stardom. Peter recalled how her main stage set at Boston Calling drew an unexpectedly massive crowd. He noted that while the festival's team saw her potential early on, even they were surprised by how quickly she connected with audiences. Her performance, he said, mirrored the kind of breakout moments Boston Calling has become known for, giving artists a chance to make an indelible mark on the festival circuit.For those aspiring to break into the music industry, Peter's advice was straightforward: be persistent and don't be afraid to start small. Whether it's managing a band, taking photos at shows, or volunteering at events, the key is to get involved and make connections. Reflecting on his journey, Peter emphasized that success in the music industry often comes from being in the right place at the right time—but more importantly, from being ready when those opportunities arise.Tune into this episode of Music You're Missing for more insider tips, stories from the festival circuit, and a deep dive into the creative chaos behind Boston's largest music event.

In this episode, I spend time with Grammy Award-winning pianist and Berklee College of Music professor of Jazz Kris Davis on 'Strictly Jazz Sounds.' We do a deep dive into her latest project, Run the Gauntlet, dedicated to six influential women jazz pianists, which drops on September 27, 2024. A common thread is woven throughout the hour, mentoring. As a recipient of it herself, Kris Davis discusses the importance of fostering the next generation of jazz musicians. She also provides a detail description of her fascinating composition process. Kris Davis and I spend time discussing her label, Pyroclastic Records and how the non-profit organization is critical to creating adventurous improvisational jazz. Davis and Pyroclastic Records generously provide three compositions for this episode. The Kris Davis Trio is comprised of three highly accomplished, award-winning artists: Kris Davis-piano, Robert Hurst-bass, and Johnathan Blake-drums. The 23rd Episode opens with “Heavy-Footed” (6:00); at about 30 minutes you will hear “Dream State (4:55), and it closes with “Little Footsteps” (5:12). Kris Davis is a remarkable composer. She's brilliant in her work which reflects her dedication to learning and expanding her horizons. Subsequently, Kris has been recognized by DownBeat magazine and the Jazz Journalists Association as Pianist of the Year. She's a Doris Duke Foundation Artist, her work recognized by the New York Times and NPR-National Public Radio as number one. Since her debut album, Lifespan, which was released in 2003, Kris Davis is a leader/co-leader on 25 recordings. All these accolades are great but what matters most to Kris Davis, is expanding the music and assuring that the next generation of jazz artists is successful. Thank you for spending your time listening to this podcast. If you are a subscriber, wonderful! You are part of a fast-growing membership. If not, when you do subscribe, you become one of the first to learn of new episodes when they are published. Thank you for listening.   Photo by Peter Gannushkin-DowntownMusic.net  

This episode features my conversation with drummer, Josh Trager.  Originally from Montreal and currently based in Toronto, Josh is an accomplished musician who established a professional career after studying at the Berklee College of Music.  At the age of 20, he was personally selected by guitar legend Frank Marino to join the band Mahogany Rush and held that position until 2005. Josh is best known as the drummer for the platinum selling Sam Roberts Band and has continued to record and tour with the band for 2 decades. In our conversation, we talk about how Josh discovered his passion for music and how his experiences at the Berklee College Of Music helped him adapt and establish his professional career.  We also talk about anxiety and how we can begin to change our mindset to overcome challenges we may be facing.  Photo by Daniel D'Souza Follow Josh: https://www.instagram.com/jtrager24/ https://www.facebook.com/joshtrager

Kelli Owens Hutton made a record called Soccer Trophy and in the process created a genre called MomCore.  Soccer Trophy is brutal truth. Two minute guitar driven rock and roll songs about children, middle-age, marriage and all the shit.  It's also funny, revealing and moving. Kelli partnered with Grammy-nominated (in children's music, but still...) producer Liam Davis.  They made the record in her Chicago home studio, aka the laundry room. A multi-instrumentalist Kelli played every instrument except the drums. Ok, she played bass on like half the songs too. A Berklee College Of Music grad and major-label wash out (Atlantic records but who's counting?) Kelli took a long time off making music to raise her kids.  They are a pain in the ass but she loves them anyway.  The Dog of course comes first.  Somewhere in there is also her husband.The second single “Shut Up” will be released August 2024 and the full record will be released in Fall of 2024. kelliowenshutton.comHost - Trey MitchellIG - treymitchellphotographyIG - feeding_the_senses_unsensoredFB - facebook.com/profile.php?id=100074368084848Sponsorship Information  -  ftsunashville@gmail.comTheme Song - The Wanshttps://www.thewansmusic.com/

In May 2024, Dr. Jarone Lee from Mass General Hospital Center for Global Health, and Global Response Medicine welcomed a Ukrainian of doctors to Boston for two weeks – to train, collaborate and build comradery for care on the frontlines. One of those physicians, Dr. Bohdan, asked if there was a piano he could play while visiting Boston. It turned out that it had been two years since he last played, which was just following the Russian invasion in February 2022. Along with colleagues at Berklee College of Music, Home Base cohosted a memorable performance and conversation about trauma and resilience in war, and how music is a common language that connects and heals people, across generations.___Many thanks to - Andrea Leiner, Dr. Steve Donnelly and Kelsey Gonzalez of the amazing organization Global Response Medicine, and your team for all you do to bring together the right people, from US Special Operators to Medical partners and staff from around the world, and of course for facilitating this unforgettable visit from our Ukrainian friends.Thank you Dr. Jarone Lee of MGH Center for Global Health and Health Tech Without Borders for visiting Home Base and shining the light on acute medical need wherever it may be….We are so grateful for our music-medicine partners in Boston – The Berklee Music and Health Institute, Boston Conservatory at Berklee, with special thanks Dr. Joy Allen and her team – Professor Brian Jantz, Clinical Director of Music Therapy Cynthia Koskela, and Christina Quarles. And of course thank you to Home Base Communications Director and Army Veteran Kelly Field.For video content of this episode, stay tuned for YouTube version with cinematography and production by Luke Zvara. This episode was edited by Chuck Clough.___Home Base Nation will be sharing episodes every two weeks up through the Run To Home Base this coming July 27th. Please sign up to join us there to support all veteran, servicemember and family care, and as we celebrate women in the military this year. Home Base Nation is the official podcast for Home Base Program for Veterans and Military Families – Our team sees veterans, servicemembers and their families addressing the invisible wounds of war at no cost. This is all made possible thanks to a grateful nation – And if you want to learn more on how you can help, visit us at www.homebase.org, or if you or anyone you know would like to connect to care, you can also reach us at 617-724-5202.Theme music for Home Base Nation: "Rolling the Tree" by The Butler FrogsFollow Home Base on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedInThe Home Base Nation Team is Steve Monaco, Army Veteran Kelly Field, Justin Scheinert, Chuck Clough, with COO Michael Allard, Brigadier General Jack Hammond, and Peter Smyth.Producer and Host: Dr. Ron HirschbergAssistant Producer, Editor: Chuck CloughChairman, Home Base Media Lab: Peter SmythThe views expressed by guests to the Home Base Nation podcast are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by guests are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the view of the Massachusetts General Hospital, Home Base, the Red Sox Foundation or any of its officials.

Strap in and let your ears savor the melodic tales of Dave Scher, an Austin guitar luminary who's strumming his way into our hearts here on Chewing the Gristle. Dave unpacks the chords of his musical voyage, from sharpening his skills at the esteemed Berklee College of Music to his current jam-packed tours with rock legends Fastball.

Guest: Emmett G. Price III, dean of the Africana Studies Division, will discuss the concert and the Berklee Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Berklee College of Music's Signature Series will celebrate the power of gospel music at Gospel Extravaganza 2024 on Thursday, May 2, at 8:00 p.m. at the Berklee Performance Center.  Tickets for the seated event are available online and at the Berklee box office. Directed by Dennis Montgomery III B.M. '88, an associate professor in Berklee's Ensemble Department, the concert will include a performance by Berklee's Reverence Gospel Choir and Overjoyed, and will feature a special guest performance by Bishop Hezekiah Walker, a two-time Grammy Award–winning gospel singer, composer, and choir leader.  Gospel Extravaganza 2024 will also mark the second year of the Berklee Gospel Music Hall of Fame induction of several individuals who have made a lasting impact on gospel music and culture. Hosted by Africana Studies Visiting Scholar in Residence and the inaugural inductee, Dr. Teresa Jackson, this year's inductees include Bishop Walker, who is a visiting artist-in-residence with the Africana Studies Division this academic year. Reverend Dr. Milton Biggham, a songwriter, producer, singer, pastor; Berklee alumna Lisa Harrigan ‘83, the founder of Berklee's Reverence Gospel Choir; and Ms. Evelyn D. Lee, an educator and founder of the Voices of Renaissance Chorus, will also be inducted into the Berklee Gospel Music Hall of Fame. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bj-murphy9/support

This week we have Michael Bierylo (AKA embee) on the show to talk about his being the Chair of the Electronic Production and Design Department at Berklee College of Music, and more! Embee: https://embee.live/ Support Pod Mod on PATREON (https://www.patreon.com/podularmodcast) Pod Mod store: https://www.podularmodcast.com/store Featured Artist: Get Still: https://getstill.bandcamp.com/album/transitions-calm-single thank you: 4ms: https://4mscompany.com/ patchwerks: https://patchwerks.com/ Signal Sounds: https://signalsounds.com/ Expert Sleepers: https://expert-sleepers.co.uk/ Knobula: https://www.knobula.com/poly-cinematic Bastl: https://bastl-instruments.com/eurorack/modules/neo-trinity waveform magazine: https://waveformmagazine.com/

In this episode: Listen to a conversation between your host Vivienne Aerts and Italian violinist and singer-songwriter Giulia Duchi (Emily Dukes) as she discusses her journey from Berklee College of Music to the magical musical connection she shares with her partner in crime, Noé Zagroun, in their electro-pop duo. About Giulia Duchi French-Italian duo active since 2020 formed by Emily Dukes, singer-songwriter and violinist from Milan and Noé Zagroun, pianist, composer and producer from Nice. They both graduated from Berklee College Of Music in Boston where they met. The two artists mix their respective talents to offer a universe that combines cinematic atmospheres and American electro pop. emilydukesnoezagroun.com ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠YouTube⁠ About ViviTalks - Interviews with the Women Behind Typuhthâng. Introducing ViviTalks, a podcast hosted by Dutch New York-based musician Vivienne Aerts. Join us as we celebrate 100 talented female musicians from Vivienne's latest album "Typuhthâng," with a mission to empower female cacao farmers in the Virunga State Park of Congo and contribute to rainforest restoration. We delve into the musical journeys, creative processes, and unique perspectives of these talented women, seeking to bring greater balance to the music industry. It's a safe space for honest and authentic conversations with artists and trailblazers. Let's amplify the voices of remarkable women in music and stay tuned for inspiring stories and meaningful dialogues on ViviTalks. ⁠⁠Stream⁠⁠ the Album or ⁠⁠Buy it on Bandcamp⁠⁠ and get the chocolate! ⁠⁠More about Vivienne here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vivienne-aerts/message

Visit HOW TO GROW YOUR MUSIC CAREER BLOG for more action items, and valuable insights on your music career!   What is the New Game Audio Program at Berklee College of Music? With Video Games Composer Noa Beazley What programs are used in game audio? What is middleware in gaming? How do you write Non-linear music for a video game?   Welcome to another episode of REWIND: the Musician's podcast! The podcast will help you build and elevate your career in music! I am Amit Weiner, I'm a composer for film and TV, and I'm on a mission to help musicians find career opportunities and help musicians find their way in the huge world of the music industry! This show will show you how many ways of making an income are possible in music, with a wide variety of guests from different fields in the music industry. If you ever thought that there is no money in music, hopefully this podcast will show you the opposite is true! In this episode our guest is composer Noa Beazley, Assistant Professor of game audio at Berklee College of Music.   Noa is a composer and multi-instrumentalist working primarily in the indie games space. Her work includes games such as A Token War and Protodroid DeLTA. She's currently working on Phosphee for Uproom Games as well a new game for Blue Owl studios. Noa is a Professor of Video Game Scoring at Berklee College of Music and a Co-Organizer at Game Audio Boston. A graduate of Berklee, majored in Film Scoring and Composition and minored in Video Game Scoring as a Berklee Merit and BMI Foundation scholar. Awards include: BMI Film Scoring Scholarship Jeronimas Kacinskas Award for Outstanding Composition Video Game Audio Endowed Scholarship for Women Rick Applin Award for Outstanding Fugue Composition If you want to support the podcast, don't forget to rate the podcast and give it a follow. It will help the podcast reach more people who might find it interesting! Feel free to reach out with any questions, on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or through my email listed on my website, where I share additional content about music career. Read more career tips in the blog: https://www.amitweiner.com/rewind-the-musicians-blog     Amit Weiner on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amit-weiner/   Stay tuned and don't forget to REWIND!  

This episode aired live/was recorded on June 22, 2021 and due to audio issues, it was never released as a podcast (only available on YouTube. ) However, I feel the content in Dave's episode is too good not to release as a podcast, even with the echo, so here it is! My guest is drummer, educator, author and composer, Dave DiCenso! We talk about Dave's incredible career including his years touring with Josh Groban and Hiromi. His work as an educator and author, teaching at Berklee College of Music, his dad, Dick DiCenso and much more! Come along for the ride! Please subscribe!  https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

0:00:00 Introduction 0:00:22 —Part 01: Information & Inspiration— 0:08:24 —Part 02: Defining Your Expectations— 0:18:04 "Who Did You Think I Was" 0:21:10 —Part 03: Turning Information into Inspiration— 0:25:29 "Stop This Train" 0:30:47 —Part 04: Economy in Songwriting and Playing— 0:31:39 "Better Man" (by Pearl Jam) 0:32:51 "Assassin" 0:36:16 Dynamic “depth” and building up “internal timing” 0:39:28 —Part 05: Working up to the Dynamic Ceiling of Your Solo— (Tomo Fujita joins the stage) 0:47:42 "Waiting on the World to Change" 0:50:43 —Part 06: Honesty in Songwriting— 0:53:05 Q&A 1 0:56:52 —Part 07: The Songwriting Process— / Q&A 2 0:58:36 Q&A 3 1:00:59 Q&A 4 1:04:26 —Part 08: Getting Started— / Q&A 5 1:06:03 Q&A 6 1:09:52 Q&A 7 1:12:41 Q&A 8 1:16:30 —Part 09: John Performs— 1:17:03 "Taking on Water" (unreleased) 1:20:20 "Gravity" All uploads on this channel are for promotional purposes only! The music has been converted before uploading to prevent ripping and to protect the artist(s) and label(s). If you don't want your content here  please contact us immediately via email: allmusiclive@outlook.com and WE WILL REMOVE THE EPISODE IMMEDIATELY! 

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week I have the pleasure getting to know a longtime friend even better from insights into his professional world. An internationally recognized recording artist, vocal coach, songwriter/writer, style influencer, and entrepreneur, Ghanaian-Cuban-American, Jeremiah Abiah inspires artists around the world to learn, love, and live their voice. His creative talents and expertise have made him a sought-after coach for national and international singers, actors, rappers, and public speakers. His influence and involvement have launched the careers of many musicians currently on the charts. As a singer, producer and writer, his recording contributions have been nominated for Grammy Awards, the Latin Grammys, the NAACP Image Awards and the 2020 Oscar Awards with Cynthia Erivo. He works with an array of celebrated artists such as Common, Brandy, Robert Glasper, Ro James and others. He launched TheABIAHway (https://www.jeremiahabiah.com), an artist development platform, to enlighten, inspire, and empower music artists globally and expanding his influence in the music industry. His work has launched the careers of many current music artists on the charts and on Broadway. Clients include Sony, RCA, Atlantic, Columbia Records as well as numerous Broadway and Opera Stars. This former Professor of Voice at Berklee College of Music (https://www.berklee.edu) can be seen on the stage at music festivals, concert halls and teaching Masterclasses worldwide. In 2020, he debuted his popular new Facebook Live talk show, Inside the Singer's Voice (https://www.youtube.com/@insidethesingersvoice/featured) where each episode is an intimate conversation between great singers about great singing. As you'll hear, there's much, much more to Jeremiah's own voice and story. Where to find Jeremiah? On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremiah-abiah-7868369) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeremiahabiah/) On Facebook (https://web.facebook.com/jeremiahabiahmusic/?_rdc=1&_rdr) On X (https://twitter.com/jeremiahabiah?lang=en) On YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeJKglJcZEtIoR-RgZM5vvA) Topics of interest: About George Michael (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Michael) Opera Greats William Warfield (https://www.thehistorymakers.org/biography/william-warfield-39) and Leontyne Price (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leontyne_Price) Rochester School of the Arts (https://www.rcsdk12.org/SOTA) About Patricia Seymour Alexander (https://www.copelandfuneralhomes.com/obituary/Patricia-Alexander) About the Art Song Repertoire (http://www.tesorochoir.com/Classical%20Repertoire.html) NAACP ACT-SO Acheivement Program (https://naacp.org/our-work/youth-programs/act-so-achievement-program) Eastman School of Music (https://www.esm.rochester.edu) New England Conservatory (https://necmusic.edu) About The Chi's Ntare Mwine (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ntare_Mwine) Otter.ai (https://otter.ai) Ain't Too Proud, The Musical (https://ainttooproudmusical.com) About Michael Swanson (https://www.faithfilmworks.com/michael-swanson) Ron Simon's SimonSays Entertainment (https://simonsaysentertainment.com) About Pamela Cooper's, The Cooper Company (https://www.thecoopercompany.biz) About Shanice (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shanice) What is the “Whistle Tone?” (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whistle_register) About Gospel Great, Yolanda Adams (http://yolandaadamslive.com) Laylah Hathaway (https://www.lalahhathaway.com) Mint Condition's (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mint_Condition) Stokley Williams (https://www.istokley.com) Claude Kelly (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_Kelly) R&B and Soul Legends Aretha Franklin (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aretha_Franklin), Luther Vandross (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luther_Vandross) and Barry White (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barry_White) About Bill T. Jones (https://newyorklivearts.org/btj-az-company/) Special Guest: Jeremiah Abiah.

This week, the podcast is back at Berklee College of Music. In front of a live audience of students, Zak sat down with Double Elvis co-founder and CEO Brady Sadler to talk about what it takes to build the most successful music podcasts in the world. Brady has helped create and produce shows like Disgraceland, Badlands and 27 Club, all hosted by his partner and co-founder Jake Brennan. He also recently produced Shred With Shifty, which is hosted by Foo Fighters guitarist Chris Shiflett.  Bradys podcasts have received hundreds of millions of downloads around the world. You'll love his insight.

Aaron Bolzle has learned to trust his gut when it comes to navigating through life's big decisions. During our visit, he shares a path full of twists and turns that he couldn't have predicted. Early-on, he learned the significance hard work and of being open to opportunties which proved beneficial in eventually landing jobs at top companies including Universal and Apple. His Oklahoma roots kept him grounded on this path to purpose, always considering the importance of making a positive impact. We also discuss Imposter Syndrome, the benetits of being a part of a team with an Abundance Mindset, and the importance of community. Now, as the Founder of Next Here, he shares his vision for supporting businesses and communities as they innovate with top remote talent.     

Visiting North Carolina today with singer-songwriter Michael Daughtry, who has carved one hit making trail of music from the Carolinas to Boston to all over the globe! The Berklee College of Music magna cum laude grad (who just so happened to graduate with another singer, songwriter and guitarist -  John Mayer!) has worked with musicians Edwin McCain, Mark Davis of Hootie and the Blowfish, Sponge and John Ford Coley, in addition to making his own career path in the music business. Michael explains how his unique brand of songwriting helped him write the current hit "Nothing Special" from his new CD 'Other Side' - which as of August 2023 - was the #1 Independent Adult Contemporary song on radio! He also talks about his work with the Child Advocacy Center of Fayetteville, NC and Raleigh's Rock 'n' Roll Running Series; his many musical influences, a supportive musical extended family and what really inspires him to write a hit song. Bring along your love of music and songwriting and join us!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Join me as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk all about media. Could be radio, television, audiobooks, music, film, voiceovers - if they've worked in media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and nearly always entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in the studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Thanks so much for listening! - Donna Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereBehind the scenes:A very special thank you to friends who helped bring the Spotlight Conversations podcast together:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosPhoto: Al Torres PhotographyAirwaves Publicity: Radio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum

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In this Jazz Guitar Today podcast, Bob Bakert talks to ‘Berklee College of Music's guitar brain trust: Kim Perlak, Sheryl Bailey, and Larry Baione about their new guitar instruction book, “Berklee Guitar Theory”.  Originally published on Jazz Guitar Today on June 20, 2023.Bob Bakert: “Berklee Guitar Theory” was five years in the making, curated by the current chair, Kim Perlak, who herself is a classical-style player. I got my copy, perused it, and I can tell you this is an incredible piece of work. (Applause, take a bow Berklee) It is comprehensive and mirrors the rigors and expectations of the degree program in guitar at Berklee College of Music. It was a collaborative effort of all the faculty answering the question: “What do they,  our students, and charges need to learn”…answer: A LOT!!! The good news is, that you don't have to spend 4 years full-time.  You can grab what interests you, dare I say “Cherry Pick” from the materials what interests you. This book is a bargain… buy it, and start working on it, it will make you a better guitar player!Go to jazzguitartoday.com and bassmusicianmagazine.com more interviews and lessons.

John's guest is legendary Jazz drummer, composer, band leader and seven-time Grammy winner, Jeff “Tain” Watts. John and Jeff talk about when they met in 1980 while Jeff was attending Berklee College of Music in Boston, Jeff's background in Classical Music, and moving to New York at age 22 as his career took off. Jeff also talks about moving to Los Angeles and his years as the drummer for The Tonight Show band, and much more! Subscribe to Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! @livefrommydrumroom ​And check out John's other series “TrackTalk” exclusively on Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! “TrackTalk" features iconic tracks, and the drummers who played them! TrackTalk is an insiders' view on your favorite songs, by the drummers who helped create them! @livefrommydrumroom ​https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

We're stoked this week to have Luke Black and Drury Anderson of The Mountain Grass Unit as our guests on No Simple Road! The Mountain Grass Unit consists of three Birmingham pickers, Drury Anderson (mandolin and vocals), Luke Black (acoustic guitar and banjo), and Sam Wilson (upright bass). With the addition of Luke Black and Sam Wilson on harmonies, The Mountain Grass Unit has established the firm foundation to take on not only the vocal harmonies of traditional bluegrass tunes, but also the freedom to adapt songs from various genres to an all-acoustic format. Aside from their original songs, all three are equally comfortable restyling a Tony Rice number, a classic Grateful Dead tune, or covering contemporary acoustic masters like Billy Strings. The youthful exuberance and energy they bring to the stage is always remarkable. We talk with the guys about:Their experience attending Berklee College Of Music.How they have explored and developed their vocal chops.The was they got Sam to join the band and play the upright bass.How rap rhythms influence their sound.If they are feeling the wave of momentum behind them and how it is affecting their world.How they came to learn about Jamgrass and the way the community has taken them in.Where they see themselves fitting into the wider tapestry of the musical community,How they deal with playing for rowdy crowds.Some of the kindness and love they've found on the road.... and much, much more!Head over to www.mountaingrassunit.wordpress.com to learn more!INTRO MUSIC PROVIDED BY - WILL HANZA OF ESCAPER-Grab your tickets now for Skull & Roses Festival April 19th - 23rd at the hallowed grounds of the Ventura County Raceway! www.skullandroses.com-FREE SHIPPING from Shop Tour Bus Use The PROMO CODE: nosimpleroad-Make Sure to visit our friends at Fire On The Mountain for some amazing food at one of the 3 location in the Portland area or one of the 2 location in the Denver area!-CHECK OUT THE NSR EXCLUSIVE BETA PREVIEW OF www.venuellama.comMUSIC IN THE COMMERCIALS BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:ANDREW HENDRYXOUTRO MUSIC BY AND USED WITH PERMISSION OF:CHILLDREN OF INDIGONo Simple Road is part of OSIRIS MEDIA. Osiris Media is the leading storyteller in music, combining the intimacy of podcasts with the power of music.We inform and delight music fans by creating shows with leading artists, telling untold stories, and working with brands to craft compelling narratives that bring music to life.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode of The Truth in This Art podcast, host Rob Lee sits down with Warren Wolf Jr., a highly regarded multi-instrumentalist who has made a name for himself in the world of jazz. Warren shares his musical journey with listeners, starting from his upbringing in Baltimore, Maryland, where his father played a major role in shaping his musical career. He talks about his exposure to different genres of music, including classical, ragtime, and jazz, and how he has been able to incorporate these influences into his music.Warren also discusses his education at Peabody Preparatory, the Baltimore School for the Arts, and Berklee College of Music, where he honed his skills and became an active performer. He emphasizes the importance of having a diverse range of musical interests and how it has helped him become a successful musician. Warren also shares details about his recordings as a leader and his collaborations with various musicians, including his tours with Tia Fuller, Bobby Watson's "Live and Learn" Sextet, and Christian McBride & "Inside Straight." Listeners can also look forward to hearing about his upcoming record release with Mack Ave recording label.Throughout the episode, Warren highlights the value of continuous learning and growth as a musician, and how his practice regimen has helped him achieve success in his career. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in jazz or music in general, and provides valuable insights into the life and experiences of one of the most talented musicians of our time. Don't miss out on this fantastic conversation with Warren Wolf Jr. on The Truth in This Art podcast.Creators & Guests Rob Lee - Host Warren Wolf - Guest The Truth In This Art, hosted by Rob Lee, explores contemporary art and cultural preservation through candid conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders about their work, creative processes and the thinking that goes into their creativity. Rob also occasionally interviews creatives in other industries such as acting, music, and journalism. The Truth In This Art is a podcast for artists, art lovers and listeners interested in the creative process.To support the The Truth In This Art: Buy Me Ko-fiUse the hashtag #thetruthinthisartFollow The Truth in This Art on InstagramLeave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.THE TRUTH IN THIS ART IS SUPPORTED IN PART BYThe Gutierrez Memorial FundThe Robert W. Deutsch Foundation ★ Support this podcast ★

How many recording engineers does it take to change a light bulb? Joe talked about tracking to tape without headphones, mixing in the box using headphones, ns10s, and Auratones, creating cool drum sounds with plugins, and vocal mic and mixing tips. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Joe Costa a freelance engineer/mixer in Nashville, TN, originally from Dartmouth MA. A Berklee College Of Music graduate, Joe started out at Syncro Sound in Boston before moving to Nashville in 1993. Since then, he has worked in many great studios like Sound Emporium, Treasure Isle, House Of David, and RCA Studio A, and with many great artists, producers, and engineers through his career like Richard Dodd, William Shatner and Joe Baldridge, and also for more than a decade with Ben Folds. Joe's credits also include Amanda Palmer, Elizabeth Cook, Lyle Lovett, Sara Bareilles, Kesha, and Caitlin Rose, among many others. He has been a guest on the show on episode RSR090 to talk about his origin story and working with Ben Folds and William Shatner. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! https://UltimateMixingMasterclass.com https://www.Spectra1964.com https://MacSales.com/rockstars https://iZotope.com/Rockstars use code ROCK10 to get 10% off any individual plugin https://jzmic.com Use code ROCKSTAR to get 40% off the Vintage series mics plus get a FREE shock mount ($120 value) https://www.adam-audio.com https://RecordingStudioRockstars.com/Academy Use code ROCKSTAR to get 10% off https://www.thetoyboxstudio.com/ Listen to this guest's discography on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2IwgcKoeNTg5lBB9mOJn8r?si=4ecbb967dc314d12 If you love the podcast, then please leave a review: https://RSRockstars.com/Review CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE SHOW NOTES AT: https://RSRockstars.com/396

We celebrate the lives of mambo legends Tito Puente and Tito Rodriguez with two local mambo and salsa icons. Berklee College of Music is marking the kings this Thursday with "The Mambo Kings: 100 Years."

Please join Katie as she talks with Tonya Butler, Chair of the Music Business/Management Department at Berklee College of Music about her incredible career path, why it's a great time to be in the music business, the role of artists today creating a career you love. 

We are live from Berklee College of Music. This week's guest, and season 3 opener, is Jim Lucchese, the CEO of Sofar Sounds. Prior, Jim was the CEO of The Echo Nest, which was acquired by Spotify in 2014. That technology and team went on to develop tools like Spotify's algorithmic playlists. Jim was also very involved in creating Spotify for Artists. Today, Jim is focused on continuing to grow Sofar  around the world. You're going to be inspired by this conversation and love Jim's passion for what he does. Don't miss the student questions at the end of the episode!

Singer/songwriter Zee Machine joins me to talk recovery, making music, coming back from a debilitating cross-addiction, preferring Precinct, the slippery slope of party'n'play, Adam4Adam, dating habits, validation addiction, living in San Francisco, growing up in Tai Pei, Boston's Ramrod, Berklee College Of Music, and more. More Zee Machine: https://www.instagram.com/zeemachine https://twitter.com/ZeeMachineMusic Check the refreshed benefit tiers and hott new lower prices at https://www.patreon.com/CraigAndFriends Be a Pal, a Friend, a Friend With Benefits or a Best Friend and receive early & uncut ad-free versions of these episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, Movie Club participation and much more!

My guest for this episode is Shilpa Ananth. Shilpa is an Indian vocalist, songwriter, and performing artist based between the US and the UAE.  Her sound fuses the dreamy landscapes of South India with Soul, Jazz, and Electronic influences. Shilpa brings together 3 of the oldest Indian languages - Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi - with English, creating a sound that transcends borders and cultures. After graduating with honors from Berklee College of Music, Shilpa released her debut EP "Indian Soul." Shilpa has recorded and performed with Grammy award-winning composers A.R.Rahman, Bobby McFerrin, Bill Whalen, Chandrika Tandon, and Javier Limon's Original Quartet. She has also toured extensively with Serbian female vocal group ROSA, The Berklee Indian Ensemble, Women of the World, and the Bollywood Boulevard musical production, performing at several prestigious venues around the US, such as Boston Symphony Hall, Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Apollo Theatre, NJPAC, Wolf Trap, and The John F. Kennedy Center, to name a few. Shilpa is a featured vocalist on the recently Grammy-nominated album "ONA," by Thana Alexa. She was a recipient of the award for Best Independent Artist at the Blue Rhymez Entertainment Honorary Awards 2020. Shilpa is also a recipient of the New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA), Women's Fund for Media, Music and Theatre 2020, and the 2020 Music Grantee for the Café Royal Cultural Foundation, New York. Shilpa is currently completing her second EP of original music titled "Reproduction," set to release in fall 2023. Her latest single "The Search" will be featured on the forthcoming EP and can be heard on popular music platforms. In this conversation, we talk about Shilpa's pandemic-driven departure from New York, overcoming struggles to find success, teaching at The Berklee College of Music in Abu Dhabi, how a new song emerged from inspiration in hard times, finding calm, getting mileage out of our music releases, and best advice for singers. Please enjoy my conversation with Shilpa Ananth. Support the Unstarving Musician The Unstarving Musician exists solely through the generosity of its listeners, readers, and viewers. Learn how you can offer your support. This episode was powered by Music Marketing Method, a program for independent musicians looking to grow their music career. Music Marketing Method was created by my good friend Lynz Crichton. I'm in the program and I'm learning tons! I'm growing my fan base and learning about many ways that I'll be earning money in the new year. It's also helping me grow this podcast. How cool is that? To lean more and find out if Music Marketing Method can help your music career, visit UnstarvingMusician.com/MusicMarketing. This episode of the was powered by Liner Notes. Learn from the hundreds of musicians and industry pros I've spoken with for the Unstarving Musician on topics such as marketing, songwriting, touring, sync licensing and much more. Sign up for Liner Notes. Liner Notes is an email newsletter from yours truly, in which I share some of the best knowledge gems garnered from the many conversations featured on the Unstarving Musician. You'll also be privy to the latest podcast episodes and Liner Notes subscriber exclusives. Sign up at UnstarvingMusician.com. It's free and you can unsubscribe at anytime. Mentions and Related Episodes ShilpaAnanth.com Shilpa Ananth feature in Rolling Stone India The Search, by Shilpa Ananth (video) Shilpa's 3 Easy vocal warm-ups post on Instagram The Search, by Shilpa Ananth  Resources The Unstarving Musician's Guide to Getting Paid Gigs, by Robonzo Music Marketing Method – The program that helps musicians find fans, grow an audience and make consistent income Bandzoogle – The all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a beautiful website for your music Dreamhost – See the latest deals from Dreamhost, save money and support the UM in the process. More Resources for musicians Pardon the Interruption (Disclosure)  Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means I make a small commission, at no extra charge to you, if you purchase using those links. Thanks for your support! Visit UnstarvingMusician.com to sign up for Liner Notes to learn what I'm learning from the best indie musicians and music industry professionals. Stay in touch! @RobonzoDrummer on Twitter  and  Instagram @UnstarvingMusician on Facebook  and  YouTube  

This week we're talking about those people, often behind the scenes, who wrote the sonic hits of the 1980's: The Songwriters. Joining host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) for this epic discussion are two superstar songwriters who probably have written your favorite songs from this current decade, Sam Hollander and Justin Tranter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week's guest is Jacob Umansky, a bass player who demonstrates the powerful potential of playing with both great chops and killer tone. Jacob's resume includes studying under the direction of such luminaries as Victor Bailey at Berklee College of Music and playing as part of masterful prog metal band Intervals. While his 6-string wonder of an instrument from Dingwall signifies his epic chops, Jacob is committed first and foremost to the most important role of the bass player—holding the band together with groove and authority. Speaking with host Josh Paul, Jacob gets deep with all things bass and more.

Working on tv shows, tours abroad and Los Angeles: where is Carlos Lazzari?Gaucho, who played with the band Melody, is touring the United States and working on soundtracks for Netflix shows.Former drummer of the band Melody, who gained prominence in Brazil in 2014 for participating in the yet extinct music tv show SuperStar on Globo, Carlos Lazzari, 33 years old, is now a citizen of the world.The gaúcho, who has already played with important names in the scene, such as Sérgio Rojas, Renato Borghetti, Serginho Moah and Tonho Crocco, toured the country before moving to Los Angeles, California, where he lives today.- “A few years ago, I left Porto Alegre, went to São Paulo, studied at a music conservatory, where I won my scholarship to study at Berklee College Of Music. Then I returned to Porto Alegre. I ended up playing with some artists and forming the band Melody” - he mentions.After touring with Melody, he moved to Rio de Janeiro, where he performed as the drummer for Globo's reality shows The Voice, The Voice Kids and Popstar. As if that wasn't enough, he toured with Isabela Taviani, a well known MPB artist, from Rio de Janeiro, until he finally moved to Los Angeles. After making his mark in the world of music, the Gaúcho reached a level desired by many artists: today, he works as a composer for movies, arranger, producer and drummer.- “I had a phenomenal experience working as a drummer for SanPa: Sins of the Savior (from 2020, Italian documentary, original production by Netflix, which tells the story of a businessman who worked in the treatment of drug addicts), the documentary ended up winning an award in Italy, It was sensational “- he adds.In the gaúcho's already full-bodied résumé, there is also work as an arranger on the short film The Make Up (2021), Which won the Audience Award, at the Toronto Shorts International Film Festival, in Canada.Cacá does not stop there. During the month of August he will be touring the United States with American artist Vella. The tour, which should go on until October, is going to be held at multiple events such as the Prairie Dog Blues Festival (on the 30th and 31st of this month) and PopCon, in September, both on North American soil. To top it off, the Gaucho is participating in a new Netflix project.- But I still can't tell you anything about it - it's a mystery.https://www.carloslazzari.com/

Anthony Vitti is a Professor at the Berklee College of music and was a founding member in creating the courses for Electric Bass at the school. Anthony attended Berklee College of Music from 1982-1986. He graduated with honors and went on to work towards his Masters degree in jazz performance at the University of Lowell. Antony Vitti had the opportunity to work with a very wide variety of artists such as, Sammy Davis Jr., Liberace,Rita Moreno, Bobby Vinton, George Burns, Nell Carter, Robert Klein, Jerry Lewis, The Platters, The Drifters, The Temptations and many more. Performances include Gregg Bissonett, Steve Smith (Journey), Toy Caldwell, Felix Cavalier, Carmine Apece (Rod Stewart),Blues Saracen, Boston, John Scofield, Gary Nicholson and many others. Anthony started his own company “DaaDoo Music” so he could control the content of his books and publish materials that he actually use in classes and lessons at Berklee College of Music.

Our guest , Boolean , narrates of how going to Berklee was never even in her dreams and how getting there and meeting other protégées was so surreal and even learning to appreciate everyone as you never know who your classmate is or will be . She also talks about how at some point she felt like she lost her voice but is now even on the journey of feeling it back and even better . Listen in

SUMMARY:Our guest is seven-time Grammy nominee and 1997 Best New Artist Grammy winner Paula Cole. She joins us to chat about her early work with Peter Gabriel, her monster hits “Where Have all the Cowboys Gone” and “I Don't Want to Wait,” her work as an instructor for the Berklee College of Music, and her ongoing musical development, including her latest album, American Quilt.  PART ONE:Paul and Scott chat about background singers. Or do we call them backing vocalists? Additional vocalists? I'm not sure we really ever settled it.PART TWO:Our in-depth interview with Paula ColeABOUT PAULA COLE:Our guest on this episode of Songcraft is Paula Cole. The 1997 Best New Artist Grammy winner rose to prominence with her self-produced second album, This Fire, which spawned two massive hit singles. “Where Have All the Cowboys Gone,” a Top 10 hit that earned three Grammy nominations, and “I Don't Want to Wait,” which was used as the theme song for the show Dawson's Creek. Subsequent albums explored a range of stylistic ground, earning Cole critical acclaim and an eventual place on the faculty at the Berklee College of Music. She was the first woman in history to earn a Grammy nomination for Producer of the Year with no male collaborators. The BMI Pop Award winner has a total of seven Grammy nominations, and continues to write and release new music. Her most recent album is American Quilt. 

 Bonnie Hayes, Chair of Songwriting at Berklee College Of Music, shares insider wisdom about developing a successful career as a songwriter and touring musician

We celebrate episode 100 of the podcast with the talented and legendary Jean Beauvoir. Jean just released his new book "Bet My Soul on Rock 'n' Roll: Diary of a Black Punk Icon" so discuss the book plus:- Differences of producing a new band versus an established band- The surreality of someone fact checking your life- Berklee trained musicians who can't play a Ramones song the right way- The youthful confidence it takes to play on stage with Chuck Berry and Bo Diddley when you're only a teenager- Why its important to have actual music producers and engineers and the skill behind it- Brining "Motown-punk" basslines to the Plasmatics- Hearing music in your head before the song is even written- Not being being pigeonholed to one genre or skill & much moreJean Beauvoir - https://www.jeanbeauvoir.comhttp://instagram.com/jbeauvoirhttps://www.facebook.com/JeanBeauvoirOFFICIALhttp://www.twitter.com/jeanbeauvoirhttps://www.youtube.com/user/jeanbeauvoirhttps://www.chicagoreviewpress.comCheck out the Power Chord Hour radio show every Friday night at 10 to midnight est on 107.9 WRFA in Jamestown, NY. Stream the station online at wrfalp.com/streaming/ or listen on the WRFA app.powerchordhour@gmail.comInstagram - www.instagram.com/powerchordhourTwitter - www.twitter.com/powerchordhourFacebook - www.facebook.com/powerchordhourYoutube - www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jTfzjB3-mzmWM-51c8LggSpotify Episode Playlists - https://open.spotify.com/user/kzavhk5ghelpnthfby9o41gnr?si=4WvOdgAmSsKoswf_HTh_Mg