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Standup comedian, novelist and comedy writer Bill Scheft spent 24 years as David Letterman's confidante, right-hand man and head monologue writer, being nominated for 15 Emmys in the process. A few days after Dave's farewell, Bill stopped by the studio to talk about his two-plus decades in late night and to regale Gilbert and Frank with hilarious showbiz tales about everyone from Larry David to Redd Foxx. Also, Bill pens jokes for the Oscars, praises the commitment of Martin Short and pays tribute to the British Invasion. PLUS: Slappy White! Larry “Bud” Melman! Bogie goes postal! The infamous “Uma, Oprah” bit! And Jerry Lewis sings The Who!https://www.gilbertpodcast.com/57-57-bill-scheft/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Cheap Trick have been one of rock's most distinctive and enduring bands for more than five decades, creating timeless classics including I Want You To Want Me, Surrender, Dream Police and Ain't That a Shame. But behind the arena anthems lies a story filled with determination, disappointment, innovation and more than a few extraordinary twists of fate.In this fascinating episode, founding bassist Tom Petersson takes Sandy back to where it all began in Rockford, Illinois, explaining how the arrival of The Beatles and the British Invasion inspired a generation of teenagers to pick up instruments and dream of something bigger. What started as a hobby quickly evolved into a lifelong career, although success proved far more elusive than anyone expected.Tom reveals how Cheap Trick emerged from a succession of earlier bands including Fuse and Sick Man of Europe, sharing the excitement of landing an early record deal before watching it disappear almost as quickly. Rather than giving up, the band returned to the clubs, determined to create music on their own terms instead of chasing radio trends or record company expectations.One of the highlights of this conversation is the remarkable story behind Tom's invention of the revolutionary 12-string bass guitar. Frustrated by the limitations of a traditional bass, he worked with Hamer Guitars to create an entirely new instrument capable of producing the huge orchestral sound that would become a defining feature of Cheap Trick's recordings. Nearly fifty years later, it remains one of rock music's most recognisable and influential innovations.Tom also shares the surprising origins of the band's name, explains why they deliberately refused to become another Top 40 cover band, and recalls opening for legendary acts including Kiss and Queen while slowly building a fiercely loyal following. Along the way, he recounts memorable encounters with Frank Zappa, David Bowie and George Martin, offering a rare glimpse behind the scenes during one of rock's most creative eras.Perhaps the most astonishing revelation is how Cheap Trick's biggest breakthrough almost never happened. After three studio albums failed to find commercial success in America, a live recording made for Japanese television unexpectedly exploded in popularity. The resulting At Budokan album became an international phenomenon, while I Want You To Want Me—a song the band had actually stopped performing live —became the hit that finally launched them into rock superstardom.Tom speaks openly about the relentless touring schedule that saw Cheap Trick perform almost 300 shows a year while recording two albums annually, the burnout that led to his temporary departure from the band, and the chance reunion that brought him back just in time for another hugely successful chapter in the group's history.The conversation also explores Tom's passion for unusual guitars, the truth behind one of rock's enduring myths, the band's commitment to changing its set list every night, and the touching story behind Rocky's Speech, the musical project he created to help his autistic son develop language skills.Warm, funny and refreshingly honest, Tom Petersson reflects on a remarkable career built not by following trends, but by trusting instinct, embracing originality and never compromising the music Cheap Trick wanted to make. It's an inspiring conversation with one of rock's genuine innovators and a rare opportunity to hear the stories behind one of the world's most beloved bands—from someone who lived every moment.If you enjoy hearing the real stories behind the soundtrack of our lives, don't forget to follow A Breath of Fresh Air so you never miss another conversation with the legendary artists who created the music that continues to inspire generations.
It was Sept. 4, 1964 that the Beatles appeared at the Milwaukee Arena. If you're a Beatles fan, chances are you've read-or at least heard of-one of the finest books ever written about the Fab Four: "The Beatles Forever." Long before the internet and endless documentaries, one author stood out for his meticulous research, engaging storytelling, and deep appreciation of the music that changed the world. That author was Nicholas Schaffner. Nick wasn't just a writer, he was a passionate music historian whose work also explored Pink Floyd, the British Invasion and the remarkable artists who reshaped popular music. "The Beatles Forever" is still regarded as one of the definitive books on the Beatles. Today, we'll celebrate the Beatles visit to Milwaukee and explore why this book continues to influence fans, writers, and historians decades later. So, whether you've collected Beatles records for years, or just beginning your journey into the greatest story in rock and roll, you're in for an interesting conversation.
Few voices are as instantly recognisable as Colin Blunstone's. As the lead singer of The Zombies, he helped define the sound of the British Invasion with timeless classics including She's Not There, Tell Her No, Time of the Season and the landmark album Odessey and Oracle. More than six decades later, Colin continues to tour the world, record new music and perform with the same unmistakable voice that first captivated audiences in the 1960s.In this episode of A Breath of Fresh Air, Colin shares the extraordinary story behind one of rock's most influential bands. He explains how The Zombies came together through little more than chance, why Rod Argent almost remained the band's lead singer, and how She's Not There became a worldwide hit despite a chaotic recording session. Colin reflects on the realities of life during the British Invasion, revealing why hit records didn't necessarily mean financial success and how the original band ultimately dissolved while still enjoying international acclaim.The conversation also explores Colin's remarkable solo career, including his brief period recording as Neil MacArthur, the success of Say You Don't Mind, his years with Elton John's Rocket Records, working alongside Alan Parsons and Dave Stewart, and the unexpected legal battle that temporarily stalled his career. Colin opens up about returning to live performance after more than twenty years away, the reunion with Rod Argent that led to the rebirth of The Zombies, and the band's emotional induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.Along the way, Colin discusses maintaining his voice into his eighties, the discipline required to continue performing at the highest level, overcoming self-doubt despite decades of success, and why he still believes nobody in the music industry truly knows what tomorrow will bring.If you love classic rock, the British Invasion, timeless songwriting and honest conversations with legendary artists, this episode offers a rare opportunity to hear the remarkable story behind one of music's most distinctive voices.And ... if you're in any of these cities make sure you go see The Zombies live!Sep 2 Somerville TheatreSomerville (Boston), MA The Fixx, Colin Blunstone, and Peter AsherSep 4 Count Basie Center for the ArtsRed Bank, NJSep 5The ParamountHuntington (Long Island), NYSep 6 United TheatreWesterly, RISep 8 Tupelo Music Hall Derry, NHTSep 10 Adler Hall New York Society for Ethical Culture New YorkSep 11 Keswick Theatre Glenside (Philadelphia), PASep 12 Warner TheatreWashington, DCSep 13 he Kent StageKent, OHSep 15 Uptown TheaterMinneapolis, MNSep 17 Genesee Theatre Waukegan (Chicago), ILSep 18 The Ludlow GarageCincinnati, OHSep 19 Barrymore Theatre Madison, WISep 21 DeVos Performance HallGrand Rapids, MISep 23 Brown County Music Center NashvilleSep 26 College Street Music Hall New Haven, CTSep 27 Santander Performing Arts Center Reading, PASep 29 RIT Performing Arts CenterRochester, NYTSep 30 Troy Savings Bank Music HallTroy, NY
https://ontargetpodcast.caOn Target is still finding new ways to make some noise. To mark Episode 200 on The Face Radio, Mod Marty brings the goods with a set that celebrates the sounds, discoveries, and strange little detours that have made the journey so much fun. It's a milestone, but there's no looking back—just turn it up and let the records roll. Here's to the next 200.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Having A Party (Part I)"H. B. Barnum- Power Exchange"Patty Cake Shake"Guitar Ray- Hot Line"Shake Rock And Soul"Eddie Bo- Cinderella"Pop-Eye"Huey Smith- Reo"Instant Everything"Ko Ko Taylor- Yambo"Wake Up"Ike & Tina Turner- Sue"What Am I Going To Do Without Your Love"Martha & The Vandellas- Gordy"Upside Down"The BBC (Bill Black's Combo)- Mega"Hi-Heel Sneakers"Sir Henry & His Butlers- Decca"You're Goin' Up To The Bottom"Giles Strange- Boom"Don't Drop Out"Dolly Parton- Monument"Hootenanny Hoot"Al "TNT" Braggs- Peacock"We're Not Old Enough"Allen Collay- Instant"Whip It On Me"Billy Hawks- Stateside"Look At Me"The Bell Brothers- Sure Shot"Doing The Philly Dog"Lou Lawton- Capitol"I Don't Need You No More"The Rumblers- Dot"Poster Man"Carnival Connection- Capitol"We've Got A Groovy Thing Goin'"Wes Dakus- Capitol"Harp And Soul"Frank Frost- Jewel
When Folk went Electric, a lot credit goes to Roger McGuinn and the Byrds! They also were among the first to move to Laurel Canyon along with the Beach Boys, Joni Mitchell, Frank Zappa, members of Buffalo Springfield and a lot more. There was a lot of magic being created in those hills. This was the time of The British Invasion, but the Canyon gave Americans, and Brits alike, a place to hang. Dig in and enjoy the lifestyle, the sounds and the magic of Laurel Canyon. There's a documentary, Echo In The Canyon, hosted by Jakob Dylan, which highlights the impact of that time period in Rock & Roll, as well as the place's significance in music, culture and art. This episode was completely inspired by seeing the documentary on Netflix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 509 - Rick Mattingly Pete's Percussion Podcast Louisville-based percussionist, teacher, and writer, and editor of the Percussive Arts Society's Percussive Notes magazine Rick Mattingly stops by to talk about his local performances in Louisville, the beginnings of his editing and writing career, and his interview style (04:55), his early editing career with Modern Drummer and his interviews and contact with drummers early in their careers (22:30), working as PAS's Percussive Notes editor (38:35), growing up in Louisville, getting into rock and classical music early on, and getting to perform frequently (47:10), his years studying at the University of Louisville, playing professionally in orchestra, and playing in a hotel-based dance band (56:15), moving to New York City, interviewing members of the Rolling Stones, and his life in the city (01:07:40), moving back to Louisville, teaching and writing, and his work with method books and bringing Gary Chester's The New Breed to the masses (01:21:00), and finishes with the Random Ass Questions, including segments on private instruction, maintaining physical and mental health, great books, The British Invasion, Louisville cuisine, and the Vesna Duo (01:44:00).Finishing with a Rave honoring the life and work of Dolly Parton (02:06:30).Rick Mattingly Links:Rick Mattingly's GIA Publications pageYour Music Career is NOT Over - Rick MattinglyPrevious Podcast Guests mentioned:Julie Spencer in 2021Norman Weinberg in 2017Ksenija Komljenovic in 2020The Vesna Duo in 2022Other Links:Roy BurnsRon SpagnardiBuddy RichEd ShaughnessyJimmy CobbJim ChapinDon MoyePeter CrissPhilly Joe JonesSaul GoodmanSue EvansGarwood WhaleyKenny AronoffDave WecklSteve GaddSteve JordanDenny CarmassiVal WilmerArthur PressThe Beatles on Ed SullivanMax RoachThe Rolling Stones “Steel Wheels” tourCreedence Clearwater RevivalEdward B. StraightN.A.R.D.Anthony J. CironeModern School for Xylophone, Marimba, and Vibraphone - Morris GoldenbergClair Omar Musser“Sonata for Xylophone” - Thomas Pitfield“Children's Songs” - Chick Corea and Gary BurtonChet AtkinsMarvin HamlischDoc Severinsen“Gonna Fly Now” - Bill ContiCharlie WattsTony WilliamsDanny GottliebJoe MorelloGary ChesterHal BlaineBill BrufordCarl PalmerLouisville Leopard PercussionistsPeter ErskineNancy ZeltsmanCharles DickensJack KerouacAllen GinsbergSherlock HolmesAgatha ChristieBasil RathboneSherlock trailerEd Soph“Heart Full of Soul” - The Yardbirds“You Really Got Me” - The Kinks“Honey” - Bobby GoldsboroRamsi's CafeCheck's CafeRaves:Dolly Parton's New York Times obituary
https://ontargetpodcast.caThis week on On Target, Mod Marty takes a run through the back catalogue, pulling together a set with plenty of character and attitude. The records bounce between soul, Ska, R&B, mod, and all the glorious territory in between. Press play and see where Marty takes you.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Jump, Jive, and Harmonize"Thee Midniters - Whittier"Brand New Recipe"Russ Lewis- Sharp"Shakin' Time"Candy & The Kisses- Cameo"Heartless"Martha Reeves & The Vandellas- Tamla-Motown"Soul Groove (pt.1)"Teddy & The Fingerpopers- Arctic"Comin' Home"El Chicano- Kapp"Plastic Saddle"Joe Dossett & The Chattanooga Coachmen- Mercury"Somebody Help Me"The British Modbeats - Red Leaf"Good Morning Little School Girl"Rod Stewart- Press"Sticks And Stones"The Lions- Triola"Nevertheless"Billy Butler & The Chanters- Okeh"(This Is A) Groovy Generation"Billy Kennedy- Thelma"All I Need Is Your Love"The Manhattans- Carnival"I'm A Teardrop"The Jerms- Honor Brigade"We Can Do It"The Shaladons- Kent Select"Waterfall"Jimmy Cliff- A&M"Don't Throw Stones"Prince Buster- Blue Beat"This Woman"Desmond Dekker- Island"Around The Corner"Derek Morgan & Baba Brooks Band- Ska Beat"Night Owl"Lee & The Clarendonians- High School"Hopeful Village Ska"Roy Richards- Coxone
This Legends episode spotlights Chas Chandler. He's the guy who turned Jimmy James into Jimi Hendrix. Here's the story. Chas Chandler was the bass player for the Animals, the ‘60s British Invasion band fronted by Eric Burdon, which had a string of hits in that era including “The House Of The Rising Sun”, “Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood”, “I'm Crying” and many others. They had a rougher, earthier sound than most of the other British Invasion bands. After tiring of touring nonstop with the Animals for very little money, Chandler left the band to became an artist manager. And then he got lucky. He discovered a young guitar player in a New York City club who played left-handed and who had something unique going on. He became his manager and took Jimmy James - as he was then known - to England, and introduced him to all the great English musicians. One night in particular all the greats came to see him live - McCartney, Clapton, Beck, Townshend - and they were blown away by his talent and ingenuity. Chandler put this guitarist together with two white English musicians, Noel Redding and Mitch Mitchell. And this trio emerged as the Jimi Hendrix Experience. When they came back to the U.S. they performed at the Monterey Pop Festival, and they became stars. Their first album, “Are You Experienced”, took the world by storm. Their sound was completely unique. And Hendrix's guitar playing was simply out of this world. They set off a musical Revolution. Chandler's enthusiasm, guidance and support helped fuel Hendrix during the early days. It was Chandler's idea, for example, for Hendrix to set his guitar on fire which became a staple of his live performances. Hendrix continued to soar and dominate the rock scene until his untimely death at age 27 in 1970. But keep in mind that all of this might never have happened without Chas Chandler, an unsung hero of the rock era.
https://ontargetpodcast.caA brand-new episode of On Target is here, and Mod Marty is bringing the energy. This week's show is all new, all exciting, with plenty of twists, turns, and irresistible grooves along the way. No reruns, no repeats—just another fresh hour of On Target ready to hit your ears. Turn it up and get stuck in.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"B-O-O-G-A-L-O-O"The Diplomats Of Solid Sound- Record Kicks"I Take What I Want"James & Bobby Purify- Bell"I Wanna Swim With Him"The Daisies - Roulette"Shing-A-Ling Time"The Liberty Belles- Shout"Soul People"Shan Miles- Shout"Let's Stomp"Bobby Comstock- Lawn"Just How Much (Can One Heart Take)"The Kolettes- Checker"What Can I Do"Bennie Thomas- RCA-Victor"I'll Cry Instead"Joe Cocker- Philips"Funny Things"The Redcaps - Decca"Find Me Somebody"Bobby Womack- Atlantic"I'll Come Running"The Artistics- Okeh"Stop Look And Listen"The Intros- Jamie"The Boston Monkey"Richard Anthony & The Blue Notes- Swan"Bet You Win"Tyrone Davis- ABC"Like Adam And Eve"The Reflections- ABC-Paramount"Brain Washed"David Clayton Thomas & The Bossmen- Roman"Walking Walking Walking"The Favourite Sons- Mercury"She's A Liar" The Shots- Columbia"Little Evette"Lonnie Russ- 4J "Shotgun" Pierre Perpall- Citation
https://ontargetpodcast.caHe's traded in the Fred Perry for Fred Berry, Fred "Rerun" Berry that is! While Mod Marty is kicking back at the lake, On Target is reaching into the vault for a replay of one of its all-time great episodes. It's got the soul, the R&B, the mod grooves, and all the excitement you remember—or maybe missed the first time around. So don't touch that dial... On Target will be back next week with a brand-new show!-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Gettin' Hip"Otis Redding- Here Comes Some Soul LP"Go Go Girl"Lee Dorsey- Amy"Your Mini Skirt"Little Joe Curtis- Here Comes Some Soul LP"Swim"The Falcons with The Ohio Untouchables- Lu Pine"I'm Satisfied"Mitty Collier- Chess"Where's My Baby"Buzz & Traci- Elf"Little Annie Lou"The Bobby Fuller Four- Regent"I Could Conquer The World"The Shevelles- World Artists"Better Man Than I"Terry Knight & The Pack- Lucky Eleven"It's Only A Paper Moon"Gino- Golden Crest"Candy"The Astors- Stax"Heartbreak Hotel"Barbara Trent- Red"Hot Dog (My Baby's Comin' Home)"The Four Shells- Volt"Sock Some Lovin At Me"Bobby Patterson & The Mustangs- Jetstar"Brand New Thing"Jackie Wilson- Brunswick"Bossa Nova Baby"Elvis Presley & The Jordanaires- RCA-Victor"Who's That (A Dream Smiled At Me)"Tracey Dey- Liberty"Stercok"Georges Raudi- Vogue"My Hangup Is You"The Skull Snaps- GSF"T.C.B."Clifford Curry- Elf"Soulful Chant"The David Rockingham Trio- Josie
Send us Fan MailPermit me to tell a very short story about something that really happened. Years ago, I saw Chuck Berry live at the Paramount Theatre in Manhattan. I later learned that a few years after that, the Paramount Theater was completely shut down. Anyway, that night Chuck Berry was on a bill with The Animals and The Dixie Cups—a lineup that already told you how fast the musical world was changing. The British Invasion bands were arriving with their sharp suits and American R&B records tucked under their arms. In fact, the animals had the number one song in the country with the house of the rising Sun. And there were girl groups with immaculate harmonies. The Dixie Cups had the number two song in the country with chapel of love. Here was a crowd already fluent in the new language of pop.And then one of rock's pioneers - Chuck Berry - walked onstage.No elaborate light show, no army of amplifiers, no sentimental introduction. Just that stance, that sly half-smile, and a guitar tone as clean and cutting as a bell. You could feel the air in the room shift. Whether the audience could have put it into words or not, they were looking at the source material—the man whose songs and style had already soaked into the bones of the acts beside him on the poster.Support the showThank you for experiencing Celebrate Creativity.
https://ontargetpodcast.caThis week on On Target, Mod Marty reminds us that all great music is connected—it's all meat from the same bone. Soul, R&B, mod, rock, and jazz may wear different clothes, but they share the same heartbeat. This set traces those connections one record at a time, proving that every great groove leads naturally to another. Listen closely, and you'll hear the family resemblance.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"I Love The Summertime"Dean & Jean- Rust"Puppy Howl Blues"Big Moose- The Blues"You Cant Judge A Book By The Cover"Bo Diddley- Checker"Big New York"Bobby Bennett- Phil-L.A. of Soul"Let The Good Times Roll"Ben & Bea- Philips"Mr Engineer"The Moonglows- Chess"I Don't Want To Cry"Chuck Jackson- Reo"It's Not Unusual"The Churchkeys- Peak"Detroit"Nocturnals- Trans World"Making Time"The Creation- Barry"Horsin' Around (The Horse)"The Soul Brothers- Newmiss"All I Have To Do"Little Archie- Dial"I'll Never Fall In Love Again"Bobby Freeman- Autumn"Dance Dance Dance"Liquid Smoke- Roulette"Step By Step"Joe Simon- Spring"I Can't Control These Emotions"The Emotions- Twin Stacks"Fire Won't Burn Anymore"Tower Brown- Tower Beat"Empty Heart"The Rolling Stones- London"It's All Meat"Eric Burdon & The Animals- MGM"Love Roller Coaster"Joe Turner- Atlantic
https://ontargetpodcast.caEvery record has a past, and this week on On Target, Mod Marty brings those stories to life. From chance discoveries to forgotten classics, the music is matched by the fascinating journeys behind the grooves. It's more than a collection of great songs—it's a trip through the people, places, and moments that made them matter. Tune in and hear the stories as well as the sound.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"At The Party"Hector Rivera- Barry"I Do The Jerk"Bill Pinkney- Fontana"Rambling Woman"Big Moose- The Blues"Dirty Old Man"Irene Reid- Old Town"It Will Stand"The Showmen- Minit"Lovely Love"The King Bees- KRC"Try And Stop Me"The Creation- Barry"Goodbye Girl"Richie Dean- Capitol"Stop!"Spring Fever- Capitol"Soul Sister"The Churchkeys- Peak"Make Sure (You Have Someone Who Loves You)"The Dells- Cadet"Too Hurt To Cry, Too Much In Love To Say Goodbye"The Darnells- Gordy"A Touch Of Baby"The Tymes- MGM"Needle In A Haystack"The Whispers- Soul Clock"If I Only Knew Then (What I Know Now)"Jimmy (Soul) Clark- Karen"Sawmill"The Admirals- Pulse"The Muffin Man"World Of Oz- Deram"Mr. Open Minded"The Smubbs- Monument"Come On Home"The Darnells- Gordy
This week we're MONKEEING AROUND with THE MELLONS! The Mellons are a Utah baroque-pop quartet who invoke the late-60's golden age with a floral concoction of full-bodied melodies, tender harmonies, and maximalist production. Based out of Salt Lake City, the group channel the sunshine-drenched good vibrations of Brian Wilson, the British Invasion, & the orchestral stylings of harmony groups like The Left Banke, The Association, and The Millenium. We will talk to them about their inspirations, up to and including The Monkees! Monkeeing Around is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #monkees #mellons #andrewbeck #denneyfuller #themellonsincolor
https://ontargetpodcast.caThis week on On Target, Mod Marty is flying by the seat of his pants—and sometimes that's when the best things happen. Instinct takes over as one great record leads naturally to the next, creating a set that's loose, lively, and full of happy surprises. There's no overthinking here, just great soul, R&B, and mod grooves finding their own path. Buckle up and enjoy the ride.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Cottonpickin'"The Night Raiders- Profile"Come On Everybody (Let's Get A Little Action On)"Wayne LoGiudice- Philips"Can't You Hear That Beat"The Carltons- Argo"Try It Baby"Marvin Gaye- Tamla"Get Down"Harvey Scales & The Seven Sounds- Magic Touch"Nobody But Me"The Isley Brothers- Wand"Darlin' I Love You So"The Wallace Brothers - Sims"Let's Do It Tonight"The Brian Auger Trinity- Columbia"I'm Rowed Out"The Crystal Teardrop- Popclaw"Hey Little Girl"The End- Philips"Six Pack"Apostles- Kapp"Wrap It Up"Archie Bell & The Drells- Atlantic"Baby Don't You Tear My Clothes"Little Richard- Brunswick"Just A Little Mixed Up"The Furys- Keymen"Strange Things (Are Happening In My Heart)"Johnnie Taylor- Stax"Bad Conditions"Lloyd Price - Turn Table"Buzz Buzz A-Diddle-It"Freddy Cannon- Quality"White Buck Skin Sneakers And Checkerboad Socks"The Bell Notes- Columbia"Twistin' U.S.A."Danny & The Juniors- Quality"Let's Get Together"Jimmy Reed- Vee-Jay
Guests: JAIME VIDAL, President of USA Operations at House of Spells Times Square TRAVIS NOYES, Chief Marketing Officer at NYC Water Cruises PETER MADONIA, Belmont BID Get ready to experience the magic of a British invasion in the heart of New York City. This episode of Radio Night Live takes you to the vibrant Times Square, where a new and exciting store is about to make its mark. House of Spells, a UK-based brand, is set to open its doors on July 29th, bringing with it a unique shopping experience that's sure to wow fans of popular franchises like Harry Potter and The Hunger Games. In this episode, the CEO of US operations for House of Spells, Jaime Vidal, shares the story behind the brand's success and its decision to choose Times Square as the perfect location for its first US store. You'll learn about the brand's history, its sourcing process, and what sets it apart from other stores. From its impressive 20,000 square foot space to its extensive collection of officially licensed merchandise, House of Spells is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a unique shopping experience. With its grand opening just around the corner, Jaime gives us a sneak peek into what's in store for fans. From exclusive collaborations to a vast array of products, House of Spells is sure to be a game-changer in the world of pop culture merchandise. But what makes this store truly special? Tune in to find out. This week on Radio Night Live, the conversation gets real as Kevin McCullough and his co-host Cristyne Nicholas dive into the issues affecting New York City. They're joined by a special guest, Peter Madonia, who shares his thoughts on the city's recent map that excludes some of its most iconic ethnic neighborhoods. But that's not all - they're also talking about the city's homelessness crisis and what needs to be done to address it. Kevin and Cristyne discuss the city's recent map, which has sparked controversy for leaving out neighborhoods like Arthur Avenue and Little Italy. They also talk to Peter Madonia, a local business owner who's passionate about preserving the city's cultural heritage. Meanwhile, they're joined by Travis Noyes from NYC Water Cruises, who shares the story behind the city's iconic tall ships and the company's unique vessels. The conversation also touches on the city's homelessness crisis, with Kevin and Cristyne discussing the need for a more comprehensive solution. They also talk about the city's recent efforts to address the issue, including the use of a map to show where migrants have settled. But what's missing from the map, and why is it a problem? Tune in to this episode of Radio Night Live to hear the conversation in full and learn more about the issues affecting New York City. From the city's cultural heritage to its homelessness crisis, this episode has it all.
https://ontargetpodcast.caFresh wax has landed, and Mod Marty wastes no time putting some exciting new acquisitions into rotation. This week's On Target brings first spins together with carefully chosen favourites, giving the set a welcome jolt of discovery. There's nothing quite like hearing a new addition earn its place in the collection. Drop in and find out what followed Marty home.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Everybody's Got A Right"The Blenders- Regency"Do This For Me"The Lovers- Philips"The Mess Around"Bobby Freeman- Jubilee"I'm Lonely"Bobby Byrd- mash"Dancing In The Street"The Wheels- Impact"Secret Love"Billy Stewart- Chess"It Ain't Never Gonna Die"Bill Johnson- Jocida"Care Of Cell 44"The Zombies- Columbia"Taximan"Roslyn Kind- RCA"Gotta Run A Get My Baby"Joey Greco & The In Crowd- Coral"Believe Me"The Dells- Cadet"Hey Diddle Diddle"Pete Klint Quintet- Atlantic"All Night Worker"The Sunglows- Sunglow"Gimme Shelter"Merry Clayton- Ode"If I Could Only Be Sure"Nolan Porter- ABC"Girls"Major Lance- Epic"Don't Forget About Me"Isabel Bond- Epic"Just Holding On"Pete Klint Quintet- Atlantic"I Can't Get Any Joy"The End- Philips"A Taste Of Money"The Wheels- Impact
https://ontargetpodcast.caThis week on On Target, Mod Marty lets the records lead the conversation. One spin opens the door to the next, uncovering unexpected connections across soul, R&B, and mod without ever losing the groove. It's the kind of set that draws you in quietly, then refuses to let go. Settle in—the journey is every bit as good as the destination.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Sing What You Wanna"Shorty Long- Tamla-Motown"How Are You Fixed For Love"Lee Rogers- Wheelsville"I Won't Be Hurt"The Sensations- Way Out"Laughing Boy"Mary Wells- Motown"You're A Wonderful One"Marvin Gaye- Tamla"Bip Bop Boom"Mickey Hawks with Moon Mullins & His Night Raiders- Profile"Little Girl Next Door"Collay & The Satellites- Sparton"Why Don't We Do It In The Road"Lowell Fulsom- Jewel"Too Far Out"The Liverpool Five- RCA-Victor"Born In Chicago"The Blue Beats- Columbia"What's It Gonna Be"Dusty Springfield- Philips"If You Can't Be True"Gene Chandler- Reo"Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide"Jackie Lee- Sparton"Don't Leave Me"Al Greene & The Soul Mate's - Hot Line Music Journal"Baby You Got It"Maurice & The Radiants- Chess"Storm Warning"The Volcanos- Arctic"What's A Matter Baby"The Small Faces- Decca"Got Love If You Want It"Terry Knight & The Pack- Lucky Eleven"Back Off"The Diplomats Of Solid Sound- Record Kicks
https://ontargetpodcast.caThis week's On Target is one of those episodes where everything clicks into place. Mod Marty traces the unmistakable influence of Motown through artists, songs, and sounds that carry its spirit without wearing the label. It's a seamless journey through soul, R&B, and mod grooves that's rewarding from the first track to the last. Don't miss this one.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Road Runner"Bo Diddley- Reo"Say It"Tiny Tip & The Tip Tops- Chess"There Oughtta Be A Law"Yolanda & The Charmanes - Smash"It's All Over Now"Jimmy Wick- Lenox"The Continental Walk"The Rollers- London Liberty"Sweet Was The Wine"Jerry Butler & The Impressions- Reo"Taking My Time"Marvin Gaye- Tamla"Oh Well"Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac- Reprise"Get Ready"Rare Earth- Rare Earth"(I Know) I'm Losing You"The Faces- Mercury"Fat City"The Sons Of Champlin- Verve"Money"Little Richard- Okeh"Like A Nightmare"The Andantes- V.I.P."Chained"The Sweet Inspirations- Atlantic"Instant Heartbreak (Just Add Tears)"The Precisions- Drew"Surf Beat"The Guitar Ramblers- Columbia"That's The Way We Love"The Paramours- mash"Outside Chance"The Turtles- White Whale"Valerie"The Victor Feldman Quartet- Infinity
Here's another Take A Break With Gen X Jace and Boomer Too. This time we delve into the British Invasion. Let's go.
Here's another Take A Break With Gen X Jace and Boomer Too. This time we delve into the British Invasion. Let's go.
https://ontargetpodcast.caThis week on On Target, Mod Marty uncorks time in a bottle and lets decades-old grooves breathe once again. Each record arrives with its own character, carrying the echoes of crowded dance floors, late-night radio, and long-forgotten moments. The years may have passed, but the spark remains untouched. Pour yourself a generous helping and enjoy the vintage flavor.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Talkin' 'Bout My Woman"Brother Jack McDuff- Prestige"Pop Popcorn Children"Eldridge Holmes- Atco"Judge Baby, I'm Back"Cliff Nobles & Co.- Phil-L.A. of Soul"Heebie Jeebie's"The Spinners- Tri-Phi"That's A Good Idea"Grover Mitchell- Vee-Jay"I Found A Job"The Heartbeats- Apex"Mojo Hannah"The Underdogs- Tamla-Motown"The Immediate Pleasure"The Eyes- Mercury"I Believe"The Sound Reasons- Outro"When You Walk In The Room"Larry Evans- Mod"Going To A Happening"Tommy Neal- PaMeLiNe"I Can't Help Loving You"Jimmy Breedlove- Roulette"Lover With A Reputation"Bobby Bland- Duke"I'm On My Way"Dean Parrish- Laurie"That's Why I Love You"The Professionals- Groove City"Boss Lovin'"Larry Williams- El Bam"Twist And Shout"The Blue Things- RCA-Victor"Come And Get It"The Knickerbockers- Challenge"That Girl Was My Girl One Time"The Smoke Ring- Mala"What'd I Say"Fabulous Dick Hyman- Command
It finally happened! We hosted Jeremy and Matt from the Two Guys, Three Consoles Podcast. This episode boasts four talking heads and we bridge the Atlantic in a show of international camaraderie. We had a few technical hiccups in the opening minutes of the show, but it smooths out after the first five minutes or so. Apologies for that, but hopefully you'll still enjoy this special episode! Games covered include: RE2 Remake Ghost of Yotei Resident Evil : Requiem The Drifter Saros Nier: Automata 007: First Light Saints Row: Gat Out of Hell ...And more!
After more than 750 episodes, I've observed that many of my remarkable guests are connected by one or more common threads. Each episode of Special Collections focuses on a particular thread that ties together some of my guests. In this episode, that common thread is the British Invasion era of the 1960s. The era began, in essence, with the appearance of The Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show on February 9, 1964. It was the most-watched television broadcast up to that time, with an audience of more than 70 million people. And like other “invasions,” this one had a global impact. It sparked a revolution in music, fashion, and culture that changed the world. One British musical act after another came to America and captured the imagination of a generation. The Rolling Stones, The Who, The Kinks, and many others led the way, taking over American radio and redefining popular music and culture. I was a teenager at the time, and like millions of others, I was completely captivated. I wanted to look like them, sound like them—and be part of that world. Now, more than 60 years later, I've had the extraordinary opportunity to speak with a number of my boyhood idols from the British Invasion era on this podcast. This episode reintroduces seven remarkable musicians from that era, each of whom has been a guest on the show. Each had a front-row seat to the excitement, the success, and yes—the chaos of the time. And importantly, each has continued to perform and create music over the decades. Here they are again. Peter Noone (Herman's Hermits) Peter Asher (Peter and Gordon) Rod Argent (The Zombies) Jeremy Clyde (Chad and Jeremy) Billy J. Kramer (Billy J. Kramer and the Dakotas) Allan Clarke (The Hollies) John Lodge (The Moody Blues) Listen to this Special Collections episode for more on each artist including an excerpt from one of their hit songs. This is Robert Miller with Follow Your Dream.
Can the folks at Pixar continue to extract gold from the "Toy Story" mine after over thirty years? As "Toy Story 5" deftly demonstrates, the answer is definitely, "Yes." This time out, the focus is on cowgirl Jessie and how she and the other old school toys are threatened by high tech devices. As we've come to expect the folks at Pixar spend most of their efforts on creating a compelling and heartfelt story. Take some tissues because "Toy Story 5" has the smarts and the feels. You won't find any Merry Men in the excessively dark, violent and dour revisionary drama, "The Death of Robin Hood." Hugh Jackman stars as an aging and tired Robin Hood who, as it turns out, was a selfish bandit who robbed from the rich…and kept it. After numerous injuries, all he wants to do is die, but a nun at a rural sanctuary played by Jodie Comer insists on nursing him back to health. Despite a great cast and atmospheric production, “The Death of Robin Hood” is brooding, bloody and boring. “Peter Asher: Everywhere Man” is an involving documentary about the life of the pop star who arrived in the U.S. as part of the 60s British Invasion duo Peter and Gordon and stayed to become a phenomenally successful record producer steering the careers of superstars like Linda Ronstadt, James Taylor, Carol King and many others. Asher tells his own story through a unique live concert mixed with extensive film clips as well as observations from his many famous pals, including mentor Paul McCartney. “Peter Asher: Everywhere Man” is a snappy pop music time capsule.
https://ontargetpodcast.caLife goes on regardless, and this week on On Target, Mod Marty keeps moving forward the best way he knows how—through music. The records spin, the grooves land, and for a little while the outside world fades into the background. Expect a steady stream of soul, R&B, and mod sounds chosen to keep your head up and your feet moving. Whatever the week has thrown at you, there's always another side to play.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Lean Lanky Daddy"Little Ann- Kent"Cryin' Man"Tony Washington- React"Jimmy's Blues"The Righteous Brothers- Verve"Jim Dandy"LaVerne Baker- Atlantic"S-W-I-M"Bobby Freeman- Autumn "In-Law Trouble"James Spencer- Taurus "Chain Reaction"The Celestrals- RCA-Victor "My Degeneration"The Eyes- Mercury "Now"Dave Berry- Decca "No More Baby"Bobby Loveless- HBR "What's Wrong With Me Baby"The Invitations- DynoVoice "You Hit Me (Right Where It Hurt Me)"Alice Clark- Warner - Seven Arts "Dancing Man"Ernie K. Doe- Action"Think It Over"The Harvey Averne Dozen- Atlantic "You Got Soul"Bill Johnson- Jocida "Love Don't Love Me"Benny Latimore- Dade "I Want You To Be My Baby"Billie Davis- London "Goodtime Baby"49th Parallel- Barry "Blue Turns To Grey"Don & The Goodtimes- Jerden "Sould Strings"Freddie Youngblood- Sould Sound
https://ontargetpodcast.caThis week on On Target, Mod Marty proves that a few bumps in the road can't derail a good groove. His beloved 1964 Vespa GL may have been stolen, but instead of dwelling on bad luck, he's cranked up the volume and packed this episode with pure energy. It's a fast-moving set designed to shake off the blues and get you back in motion. The scooter may be gone, but the records are still rolling strong.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Smoke Signals"The Vibrations- Neptune"Say Boss Man"David Clayton-Thomas- Decca"Private Property"Shirley Matthews & The Big Town Girls- Tamarac"Stop, Look And Listen"The Chiffons- Laurie"Please Help"The Dukays- Vee-Jay"Pleadin' Heart"Ruby Johnson- V-Tone"Tell Me The Truth"Koko Taylor- Checker"I'll Know It"Robbie Lane & The Disciples- Capitol"Don't Put Me Down"The Shondels- Eagle"Little Girl"Syndicate Of Sound- Reo"Walk Tall"2 Of Clubs- Quality"Win Or Lose (I'm Gonna Love You)"Fantastic Four- Ric-Tic"Since You Been Gone"The Four Tops- Motown"Take Some Time Out (For Love)"The Isley Brothers- Tamla"Take Me"Betty Everett- Uni"Stop The War Now"Edwin Starr- Tamla-Motown"The Gogue"Dean Curtis & The Lively Set- Barry"The Waiting"The Kingsmen- Wand"I Can't Let Go (Hollies Cover)"Nobody's Children- Bullet"Roadrunner"The Wailers- Golden Crest
https://ontargetpodcast.caThis week on On Target, Mod Marty opens another chapter from the great unwritten history of rhythm and soul. The records tumble out in unexpected ways, linking dancefloor grit, melodic charm, and moments of pure electricity. This is a steady stream of sounds that deserves to be heard. Lean in and let the grooves tell their story.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"The "U-T"" Harry M. & The Marvels- Sparton"Ain't That Bad"Pancho Villa & The Bandits- Symbol"Every Dog Got His Day"Eddie Bo- RIC"Good Time Tonight"The Soul Sisters- Sue"We`re a Winner"The Impressions- Sparton"Baby Give It To Me"Inez & Charlie Foxx- Columbia"You Ain't No Hippie"The Hueys- Instant"Some Kind Of Fun"The Excels - Atco"Mr. Farmer"The Seeds- GNP Crescendo"No Good Without You"The Birds- Decca"Four Corners (Part 2)"Lee Dorsey- Amy"Can't Find No Substitute For Love"Larry Williams & Johnny "Guitar" Watson- Bell"Which One Should I Choose"The Unifics - Kapp"I've Got The Power"JoAnn Courcey- Twirl"If I knew Then (What I Know Now)"Maxine Brown- ABC-Paramount"Blessed With A Love"The Tranells- Flo-Jo"I'll Be Gone"The Coastliners- Backbeat"So Sharp"The Soul Clinic- Bay Sound"Brand New Baby"Los Bravos- Press"Seventh Son"Mose Allison- Prestige
Summer's coming in hot, and so are we. In this episode of Prisoners of Rock and Roll, we're checking out one of the coolest, most American sounds in rock history: surf music. It's a sound designed to imitate the ocean — dripping wet reverb, a clean glowing tone, and that lightning-fast, machine-gun guitar picking you instantly recognize. It exploded right in the gap between the first wave of rock ‘n' rollers and the British Invasion, when the music charts had gone soft. But while surf rock as short lived, it wasn't just a blip. This scene drove major advances in guitar amps, influenced guitar gods from Jimi Hendrix to Eddie Van Halen, and even helped blaze a path toward speed metal. And of course, it gave the world The Beach Boys. This was counterculture. This was pure American teenage freedom in musical form — cars, girls, waves, and rebellion. In this episode, we're riding the wave: and talking about artists like Dick Dale, The Surfaris, and the Ventures. We'll also touch on how the Pulp Fiction soundtrack helped surf rock get back up on the board as well as some modern bands that are still hanging 10 with the sound. Episode Playlist Check out this week's Episode Playlist. Get In Touch Check us out online, on Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube. or drops us an email at show@prisonersofrockandroll.com. Or if you're in Philadelphia, come visit our home base at McCusker's Tavern. Prisoners of Rock and Roll is part of Pantheon Media. We're sponsored by Boldfoot Socks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Summer's coming in hot, and so are we. In this episode of Prisoners of Rock and Roll, we're checking out one of the coolest, most American sounds in rock history: surf music. It's a sound designed to imitate the ocean — dripping wet reverb, a clean glowing tone, and that lightning-fast, machine-gun guitar picking you instantly recognize. It exploded right in the gap between the first wave of rock ‘n' rollers and the British Invasion, when the music charts had gone soft. But while surf rock as short lived, it wasn't just a blip. This scene drove major advances in guitar amps, influenced guitar gods from Jimi Hendrix to Eddie Van Halen, and even helped blaze a path toward speed metal. And of course, it gave the world The Beach Boys. This was counterculture. This was pure American teenage freedom in musical form — cars, girls, waves, and rebellion. In this episode, we're riding the wave: and talking about artists like Dick Dale, The Surfaris, and the Ventures. We'll also touch on how the Pulp Fiction soundtrack helped surf rock get back up on the board as well as some modern bands that are still hanging 10 with the sound. Episode Playlist Check out this week's Episode Playlist. Get In Touch Check us out online, on Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube. or drops us an email at show@prisonersofrockandroll.com. Or if you're in Philadelphia, come visit our home base at McCusker's Tavern. Prisoners of Rock and Roll is part of Pantheon Media. We're sponsored by Boldfoot Socks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this edition of our arts24 music show, Jennifer Ben Brahim chats with sibling duo The Lemon Twigs. The Long Island natives could easily be mistaken for a British Invasion band, thanks to their unmistakable harmonies and retro blend of pop, folk and psychedelic rock.
Carmina and Patch discuss the oft forgotten 20-month British occupation of Manila. They trace how a global conflict reached Philippine shores, the reasons for Britain's invasion, and the unexpected husband-and-wife Ilocano heroes who emerged from this brief episode. Join them in the exploration of this short-lived conquest and how things could have been had the British succeeded. Learn more: Battlefield Diplomacy and Empire-building in the Indo-Pacific World during the Seven Years' War, Yuchengco Museum exhibit: "The British Occupation of Manila and Cavite 1762–1764", Securing Trade: The Military Labor of the British Occupation of Manila, 1762–1764, The Manila-Madras Connection and the 1762 British Invasion of Spanish-ruled Philippines, 17th c Spanish Cannon (San Lorenzo), 17th c Spanish Cannon (San Pedro), Escudo de Armas, Spanish Armouries taken from Manila in 1762, Prelude-The British Invasion of Manila during the Seven Years' War, Why the Chinese Helped the British Invade Manila in the 18th Century, Princeton University Library's DPUL platform, Alexander Dalrymple, and 1762 Archive. Visit https://filtrip.buzzsprout.com. Drop a note at thefiltrip@gmail.com. Thanks to FilTrip's sponsor SOLEPACK. Visit thesolepack.com for more details.See https://www.buzzsprout.com/privacy for Privacy Policy.
Dennis Diken, drummer and founding member of The Smithereens, joins us for a bonus podcast ahead of the band's one-night-only show with Marshall Crenshaw at Rams Head On Stage in Annapolis on Friday, June 5. From "Blood and Roses" and "Behind the Wall of Sleep" to "Only a Memory" and "A Girl Like You," The Smithereens built a sound that still hits hard—power pop, rock, British Invasion hooks, and Jersey grit all wrapped into songs that have aged a whole lot better than most of us. In this conversation, Dennis talks about what fans can expect when The Smithereens return to Annapolis, how guest vocalists step into songs that are so closely tied to Pat DiNizio, and why the band's music has never felt stuck in one era. We also dig into some deeper cuts, what still grabs his ear in new music, the vinyl he would hate to lose, and the dream collaborator he'd love to have onstage or in the studio. Very limited tickets remain for The Smithereens with Marshall Crenshaw at Rams Head On Stage on June 5. Details are available at RamsHeadOnStage.com, and you can keep up with the band at officialsmithereens.com. Normally, I'd say "have a listen now, and then grab your best friend and get a pair of tickets!" But not today. Put this on pause, get the tickets first (they are selling out) and THEN come back and... Have a listen! LINKS: The Smithereens (Website) The Smithereens (Facebook) The Smithereens (YouTube) The Smithereens (Instagram) The Smithereens (X) The Smithereens (Spotify) The Smithereens (Tickets)
https://ontargetpodcast.caThis week on On Target, Mod Marty builds a set that feels like neon reflecting off wet pavement—cool, restless, and impossible to ignore. The records snap together with just enough tension to keep the whole thing humming. Soul rubs shoulders with rough-cut R&B and flashes of mod swagger, all moving with quiet confidence. It's less a playlist and more a mood you step into.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Blow Up"The James Taylor Quartet - Acid Jazz"Ring-A-Leevio"Dale Brooks- Dolphin"Do The Dog"Sugar & The Spices- Stacy"(I Wanna) Dance With Teacher"The Olympics- Reo"Only Love (Can Save Me Now)"Solomon Burke- Atlantic"I'll Still Love You"Jeff Barry- Red Bird"Now I've Got A Woman"Freddy King- Federal"Harlem Shuffle"The Fabulous Flippers- Cameo"Don't Look Back"The Remains- Epic"You Can't Buy Me"The Deverons- Reo"I Dig Your Act"The O'Jays-Bell"Love What You're Doin' To Me"Janet & the Jays- Hi"Time's a Wasting"The Fuller Brothers- Soul Clock"Strawberry Shortcake"Jay & The Techniques- Smash"Girl, You Have My Heart Singing"Ollie & The Nightingales- Stax"I Can Only Give You Everything"MC5- Modern Harmonic"Can't Get Through To You"Sumpin' Else- Liberty"Woman"New Colony Six- Sentar"Twist City"Johnny Griffin & Matthew Gee & Their Soul Groovers- Atlantic
Episode 187 - Bobby Elliott Bobby Elliott is an iconic English rock drummer best known as the powerhouse driving force behind the classic pop/rock band The Hollies. Widely considered one of the finest and most influential drummers of the British Invasion era, he has remained a continuous member of the band since joining them in 1963. * Jazz Beginnings: Growing up in Burnley, Lancashire, Elliott discovered jazz at a young age. He initially emulated big-band legends like Gene Krupa and Chico Hamilton by practicing on makeshift biscuit tins and Cadbury's chocolate boxes with paintbrush handles. * Signature Sound: Renowned for his exceptional timing, dynamic tom-tom rolls, and precise fills, his drumming style provided a fiercely energetic yet sophisticated foundation for The Hollies' famous three-part vocal harmonies. * Peer Recognition: He famously won the 1965 Beat Instrumental Drummer Poll—relegating Keith Moon to third place. Renowned players like Cozy Powell, Ian Paice, and Max Weinberg have cited him as a major influence. * Hit Machine: Alongside guitarist Tony Hicks, Elliott anchored the band through decades of massive hits, including "Bus Stop", "Just One Look", "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother", "Long Cool Woman (In a Black Dress)", and "The Air That I Breathe". * Wings Invitation: In 1973, Paul McCartney personally invited Elliott to join his band, Wings. Elliott turned the offer down because his loyalty and "heart" belonged entirely to The Hollies. * Hall of Fame: He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2010. However, he and Hicks skipped the ceremony in New York because they refused to cancel a pre-booked gig at the London Palladium. * In late 2020, Elliott published his official autobiography, titled It Ain't Heavy, It's My Story, which offers a firsthand look into his six decades on the road and inside iconic studios like Abbey Road Huge thanks to Bobby for taking the time to chat with me about his incredible career, what a truly wonderful gentleman. Equally huge thanks to another legend of the British drumming scene and a good friend of the podcast Bob Henrit for introducing Bobby to me.
Michelle Morgan Harrison's creative trajectory began not in design studios, but in the fast-paced world of 1990s print fashion journalism. An intersectional internship between her junior and senior years of college at Elle magazine introduced her to legendary industry giants like Marion McEvoy and Rona Berg. After completing her degree in magazine journalism at Syracuse University, she transitioned into a full-time career in the fashion capitol ecosystem.Her early professional years were defined by old-school curation, starting as the wardrobe manager for Mirabella magazine under the iconic Grace Mirabella. Working in the fashion closets handling couture dresses and traveling across Europe to cover runway shows alongside visionary creative directors, Michelle developed a keen instinct for predicting cultural shifts. During the height of the mid-90s "British Invasion," she was running up five flights of stairs in London to help spot and support emerging talents like Alexander McQueen.The transition into interior architecture happened organically as Michelle rose to become the fashion director at Mirabella, where she began managing holistic home and lifestyle photo shoots. After a brief stint directing corporate editorial work for Saks, her passion for historical home restoration took center stage. Shortly after relocating to Connecticut and giving birth to her second child, neighbors began knocking on her door to ask about her exterior paint colors and light fixtures—a sign that inspired her to officially launch her own design firm Morgan Harrison Home in 2006.
The Group "Self Titled" will have a marathon show tomorrow night at the Turf Club in St. Paul, honoring these legends and their songs that made them famous like "Stairway to Heaven" and "Layla." Lead Guitarist Tommy Vote joined Tom Hauser on The WCCO Morning News
https://ontargetpodcast.caThis week on On Target, Mod Marty opens the floodgates and lets the rhythm run loose. The set twists through sharp R&B, moody soul, and hard-edged grooves that feel pulled from a forgotten basement party at two in the morning. Nothing sounds polished—and that's exactly the point. These records breathe, sweat, and push forward with every spin.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Chaquita"The Dave Clark Five- Capitol"Music With Soul"The Georgia Prophets- Capricorn"I Found A Girl"The Valadiers- Tamla"Oh So Soon"The Sapphires- Stateside"Good Good Lovin'"Tony I. Dee- Kaysal"Crackerjack"The Cues- Capitol"Do The Real Thing"The "5" Royales- King"Open Up Those Eyes"The Sound Reasons- Outro"Nine Till Five"The French Revolution - London"Postman's Fancy"The Ugly Ducklings- Yorktown"Boogaloo Investigator"The Exotics- Excello"Keep On Keeping On"The Vibrations - Okeh"Mine Exclusively"The Olympics- Mirwood"Ooh Honey Baby"Earl CosbyMira "Whole Lot Of Shakin' In My Heart (Since I Met You)"Smokey Robinson & The Miracles- Tamla"Got To Find A Way"Cajun Hart- Warner Bros. Seven-Arts"Father's Name Was Dad"Fire- Decca"Leaving Here"Jimmy Hanna & The Dynamics- Seafair Bolo"Low Man"Don Norman & The Other Four - Sir John A."Hard Times (The Slop)"Noble 'Thin Man' Watts- Quality"Hot Cakes!"Dave "Baby" Cortez- Chess
This week on On Target is like a hard candy with a juicy Northern Soul center—crack through the outer shell and the sweetness hits fast. Mod Marty threads together sharp cuts from The Who, the unstoppable energy of Jackie Wilson, and the smooth glide of The Marvellos into one irresistible mix. The edges are tough, the middle's pure release, and every spin leaves you wanting another hit. Drop the needle and get to the good part.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Zoot Suit"The High Numbers- Back Door"Good, Good Lovin'"Chubby Checker- Reo"That Is Why"Jackie Wilson- Brunswick"Ain't It Baby"The Miracles- Reo"He's Got The Power"The Exciters- United Artists"Have Love Will Travel"The Sharps- Quality"The Monkey Time"Sammy Fox- Hit"Do You Love Me"The Dave Clark Five- Capitol"Universal Vagrant"Chords Five- Island"I Wish You Would"The 'N Betweens - Barclay"New Girl"Accents- M-pac!"Unnecessary Tears"The Fantaisions- Satellite"Why You Wanna Hurt The One Who Loves You"The Marvellos- Loma"Do You Need A Good Man"Accents- M-pac!"That's Where The Action Is"The Fantaisions- Satellite"You're Such A Sweet Thing"The Marvellos- Loma"Tobacco Road"David Allan Coe- sSs"Long Time Comin'"Wayne Fontana & The Mindbenders- Fontana"Make Me Happy"Bobby Bloom- Polydor"You Belong To Me My Love"Major Lance- Epic
https://ontargetpodcast.caThis week on On Target, Mod Marty builds a set that moves like a pulse—steady, deliberate, and impossible to ignore. The grooves lock in early and carry through with purpose, shifting just enough to keep you leaning forward. It's tight, focused, and all about feel over flash. Stay with it—the payoff is in the flow.-----------------------------------------------The playlist is:"Crosstown Traffic"Jimi Hendrix Experience- Reprise"The Walk"Jimmy McCracklin- Quality"I Can't Stop Lovin You"Larry Williams - Regency"The (Bossa Nova) Bird"The Dells- Argo "My Islands In The Sun"The Drifters- Atlantic"C-R-A-Z-Y"Hollywood Flames- Apex"Too Much Monkey Business"Chuck Berry- Quality"Scotch On The Socks"The Shadows- Columbia"I'm Only Dreamin"Chords Five- Island"Drives You Mad"The Gun- CBS"This Heart Of Mine"The Artistics- Okeh"Baby You're Mine"Little Ben & The Cheers- Bell"Just Look What You've Done"Brenda Holloway - Tamla"Get On Up And Dance"The Earls- London"Away From The Crowd"Ruby Andrews- Zodiac"Trampoline"The Spencer Davis Group- Fontana"Mary Jane"Ronnie Hawkins- Yorkville"Patty Girl"Gary & The Hornets- Smash"Whip Ya"Chuck-A-Luck- Tay-Ster
Probably our most packed pod of the year, with so so much to dive into. We finally have reviews for the Lost Boys, so much casting, and it seems the West End dropped all of their news for the year this week.
Tobin is still not over the Dolphins not picking Rueben Bain; but everyone seems to be liking the Proctor pick more and more. Pat Riley had his end of season press conference; and many were not happy with some of the things he had to say. Dave Mack from the PGA joins the show to share all things pertaining to the PGA Cadillac Tournament coming back to Doral! Tobin couldn't be happier that the Dolphins drafted a Brit and of course he must have some fun with his accent.
Hosts Nate Wilcox and Ed Legge continue their discussion of Michaelangelo Matos' "Can't Slow Down: How 1984 Became Pop's Blockbuster Year" with a look at the so-called "second British invasion" of the early 1980s with a special focus in MTV's role in breaking acts like Culture Club, Eurythmics, Duran Duran and Kajagoogoo in the United States. GO TO THE LET IT ROLL SUBSTACK TO HEAR THE FULL EPISODE -- The final 15 minutes of this episode are exclusively for paying subscribers to the Let It Roll Substack. Also subscribe to the LET IT ROLL EXTRA feed on Apple, Spotify or your preferred podcast service to access the full episodes via your preferred podcast outlet. We've got all 350+ episodes listed, organized by mini-series, genre, era, co-host, guest and more. Please consider becoming a paid subscriber to support the show. Thanks! Buy the book and support the show. Email letitrollpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter. Let It Roll is proud to be part of Pantheon Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
hey guys! so WOW am I back with another free episode for this podcast! but first. lots of updates for you. I did two new interview episodes this month that I am SUPER excited about AND, I just got a new subscriber for the premium version of this podcast, AND, he's a Millennial So let's hear it for another Millennial Who wants to keep this FUCKING GREAT 60's music alive by hearing the stories behind the FUCKING GREAT hits from the 60's from the people who made these hits!!!!so that's exciting. AND I just got a super cool collection of 45's FOR FREE!!! So that's cool. so yeah guys, between trying to finish my album and doing new podcast interviews, once again, my attention and energy has been taken away from doing the free version of this podcast, but I am back with a new free episode btw.and to celebrate women's history month, I'm doing another great song done by a woman and it was written by a dude from a woman's perspective! but MAN this song sounds great. here's the link to that song so you can check it out right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eu1FN09x7-4&list=RDeu1FN09x7-4&start_radio=1PLEASE do follow me & reach out to me on Instagram & Tik Tok right here:https://www.instagram.com/iheartoldies/https://www.tiktok.com/@iheartoldiesPLEASE do also sign up for the premium version of this podcast so that way you DON"T miss out on all of these absolutely GREAT interviews with these different 60's music legends. you can click the link to that right here:https://themillennialthrowbackmachine.supercast.com/also PLEASE do listen to the Spotify and Youtube playlists for these podcasts so that way, you can hear ALL of the great songs that I talk about on my podcast. here are the links to those right here:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/21f3uBS6kU4hUF6QAC5JMj?si=8534b59c349c4fa3https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS1sYR7xky8&list=PL66sgq_GAmRcXy8yKZJfVmAD14HUYj7Nfalso DO Check out the new merch for this pdocast. I absolutely LOVE this new logo and I think it PERFECTLY makes sense for the premium version of this podcast, and if you sign up for it, you will ABSOLUTLEY get a deeper understanding of the logo that is on these T shirts. PLEASE do click the link to it right here:https://www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/Fly-On-The-Wall-Stories-by-60sSam95/158056341/rh5jalso PLEASE do stream my last EP guys so guys can get PUMPED and ready to go for my next album that I'm finishing up recording right now. I'm REALLY excited for this one guys! but for now, DO keep yourself busy by checking out this last EP which is btw also GREAT!:https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/samlwilliams/an-old-soul-with-new--remiagined-thingsIf your a Millennail/Gen Z and you've NEVER heard of this song before and you fell in love with it for the first time through me and you learned so much GOOD information from it from me, then ABSOLUTELY email me at samltwilli@icloud.com. you can also follow me & reach out to me on Instagram & Tik Tok @iheartoldies. Guys I am SO FREAKING EXCITED to finish my album guys. but it's been also fun doing these new interviews and getting this new information as well about these GREAT 60's songs that I know so well. I'm starting to branch out to interviewing more British Invasion people so that's been really good. and I'm slowly finishing my record little bit by little bit. and like I said, I got a few new subscribers this month! and they are both Millennials! so that's super exciting. I'll keep you guys posted on my record next month and the newest interview episode that I put out next month as well. so until then, PLEASE, keep things groovy!.
Epysode 75: Tobacco Road by The Nashville Teens. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. In 1964, at the height of the British Invasion, one of the rawest and most hard-driving R&B records to cross the Atlantic was “Tobacco Road” by The Nashville Teens. Gritty, blues-soaked, and powered by explosive vocals, this UK hit stood apart from the jangling pop dominating the charts and delivered a ferocious take on American blues rock. This week, we dig into how “Tobacco Road” became a defining British R&B classic, examining its roots in American blues and its impact on the emerging blues-rock movement in the UK. What made this 1964 recording so powerful? How did The Nashville Teens carve out their place in the British Invasion era? And why does this track still sound so urgent and uncompromising decades later? From its chart success to its enduring influence on British blues rock, we revisit a record that captured the raw energy of early UK R&B and helped shape the sound of 60s rock history. If you're into British Invasion music, classic 1960s R&B, blues rock origins, or overlooked vinyl-era classics, this is an essential listen. I hope you dig Tobacco Road as much as I do. - Farmer John ===CONNECT & SUPPORT=== Transport yourself into the realm of grooviness by supporting us on Patreon for as little as $2/month using this link --> patreon.com/FarmerJohnMusic Use this link to follow us on Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/farmerjohnmusic/ Use this link to follow us on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/vinylrelics/ Use this link to follow us on TikTok --> https://www.tiktok.com/@vinylrelicspodcast Use this link to follow us on BlueSky --> https://bsky.app/profile/farmerjohnmusic.bsky.social And find us on X @VinylRelicsPod Email me @ farmerjohnmusic@gmail.com ===LINKS=== Arthur Sharpe interview for UK Rock History: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzlLBGsc55M Ray Phillips interview for Secret Records Limited: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjISl4izoe4 ===THE MUSIC=== Songs used in this Epysode, in order of appearance. Here's a link to a Spotify playlist for all the tracks featured. *denotes track is not available on Spotify. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2vNSYkrqwyLMHwRmGG8Hso?si=6f73021a97034e90 VAN DUREN "Chemical Fire" THE EVERLY BROTHERS “Nashville Blues” JERRY LEE LEWIS “Lewis' Boogie” (live) JERRY LEE LEWIS “High School Confidential” (live) JERRY LEE LEWIS “Great Balls Of Fire” (live) *CARL PERKINS “Big Bad Blues” JOHN D. LOUDERMILK “Tobacco Road” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Tobacco Road” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Mona” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Need You” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Bread And Butter Man” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Hurtin Inside” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Hootchie Cootchie Man”THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Google Eye”THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Too Much” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Parchment Farm” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “I Like It Like That” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “How Deep Is The Ocean” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “La Bamba” *THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Watcha Gonna Do” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “The Biggest Night Of Her Life” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “All Along The Watchtower” *THE ARIZONA SWAMP COMPANY “Train Keeps Rollin'” THE NASHVILLE TEENS “Find My Way Back Home” (live) ??MYSTERY ARTIST?? Tune in next week to find out... NEWPORT ELECTRIC "Boom!" ^ That's my band. This is shameless self-promotion!! Check out our music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5y6kGmYnS4SWvqAfijhDdp?si=2tKdzuwIQNmrMkBtOEZ_Rg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Part TWO of the ANTM Doc recap is HERE! And I'm joined by best selling author and voice behind the hit Millennial pod Be There in Five, Kate Kennedy! We dive head first into part 3 and the aftermath of Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model. Tiffany vs Tyra, Hot Ice Cream, Mr.Jay's apology tour (or lack there of), British Invasion, Rita Ora, the legacy of ANTM, and Kate shares an amazing run-in with a Top Model ALUMNI!Enjoy my dumpster divas!FOLLOW DUMPSTER DIVE ON SOCIALS/POD PLATFORM
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A British band called The Zombies had a smash hit single in America with ‘Time of the Season' in the late 60s. Shortly afterwards, four handsome Texans hit the road pretending to be the Zombies. This is the unbelievable true story of rock's most brazen imposters… two of whom went on to form ZZ Top.Chameleon is a production of Campside Media and Audiochuck.Follow Chameleon on Instagram @chameleonpod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.