Podcasts about Coco Montoya

Blues is the Truth – Edition 757 There's something special in the air this week as we proudly announce a brand-new sponsor: the Tuesday Night Blues Jam at the Rising Sun, Isleworth! Huge thanks to them for supporting the show and keeping the blues alive in west London. As always, we've got a packed edition featuring gig news, your regular favourite features, and an incredible selection of blues from across the decades and around the world. This week's soundtrack comes courtesy of Larry McCray, Ledfoot, Neil Sadler, Rusty Ends and Hillbilly Hoodoo, Robert Hokum, Buddy Guy, Cassandra Wilson, Louis Bertinac, Eddie Lang and Lonnie Johnson, Brad Guitar Wilson, Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters, Gina Coleman, JP Soars, Mississippi MacDonald, Dave Specter, Ben Waters, Bad Temper Joe, Coco Montoya, Merel Van Der Keer, and Little Willie Leftfield. Whether you're a lifelong blues lover or discovering new favourites, this episode has something for you.

This week on Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, Erv welcomes some true Blues Royalty. Shaun Murphy began her career, of all places, on the main stage at the 1969 Ann Arbor Blues Festival! In 1971, she teamed up on Motown's Rare Earth label in a group called Stoney and Meatloaf (yup, THAT Meatloaf!). She has had touring stints with the likes of Bob Seger, Eric Clapton, the Moody Blues, Bruce Hornsby, Coco Montoya, and many others. She has also been part of the rock musicals ‘Hair' and ‘Sgt. Pepper's'. The multi-BMA nominee and Grammy nominee drops in for a lively discussion about her incredible life in music, her album ‘I'm Coming Home' and what lies ahead. It's an amazing program you do not want to miss!Website: https://shaunmurphyband.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IamShaunMurphySpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1twaZYQvHBNn2eHbY4vc8mYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc4Ru_NHvApGdxMoQHqPzkUjIWIVfnc2J _________________________Facebook: Time SignaturesYouTube: Time SignaturesFacebook: Capital Area Blues SocietyWebsite: Capital Area Blues SocietyFriends of Time Signatures _______Website: University of Mississippi Libraries Blues ArchiveWebsite: Killer Blues Headstone ProjectWebsite: Blues Society Radio NetworkWebsite: Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation

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Next week blues artist Coco Montoya will be visiting Idaho for a very special celebration. But before his trip Idaho Matters wanted to find out more about his music and what inspires him. 

Here is my music podcast from January 23, 2025. I feature the music of bands that will be on the Legendary Rhythm and Blues Cruise coming up including Taj Mahal, Ruthie Foster, The California Honey drops, Tommy Castro and more. I am now back from the blues cruise and it was an amazing trip. There were several salutes to BB King on the boat. I hope you all get to go sometime. Just click on the picture/link and enjoy.

We'll be listening to the blues on the next two episodes of the podcast. This week, classic tunes from Frank Stokes, Mose Allison and the Mississippi Sheiks. Add in some contemporary tunes from Coco Montoya, The Nighthawks, Tommy Castro and the Painkillers and a few more. Sing the blues with us … this week on The Sing Out! Radio Magazine.Pete Seeger / “If I Had A Hammer”(excerpt) / Songs of Hope and Struggle / SmithsonianFolkways Duke Robillard / “Zot” / Swing / RounderRonnie Earl & the Broadcasters / “Baby How Long” / Beyond the Blue Door / Stony PlainMose Allison / “Parchman Farm” / Local Color / Real GoneCoco Montoya / “Lights are On but Nobody's Home” / Coming in Hot / AlligatorFrank Stokes / “I Got Mine” / Protobilly / JSPJim Kweskin / “You're Gonna Quit Me Baby” / Unjugged / HornbeamMississippi Sheiks / “Things About Comin' My Way” / Best of the Mississippi Sheiks / Columbia LegacyDuke Robillard / “Stitt's Bit” / Swing / RounderThe Nighthawks / “When I Go Away” / All You Gotta Do / Eller SoulTracy Nelson / “Whatever I Am You Made Me” / Poor Man's Paradise / ColumbiaTommy Castro & the Painkillers / “All About the Cash” / Method to my Madness / AlligatorMaria Muldaur / “Sweet Lovin' Ol' Soul” / Maria Muldaur and her Garden of Joy / Stony PlainHot Tuna / “Vicksburg Stomp” / Steady as She Goes” Red HousePete Seeger / “If I Had A Hammer”(excerpt) / Songs of Hope and Struggle / Smithsonian Folkways

Coco Montoya is a celebrated American blues guitarist and vocalist, recognized for his passionate performances and mastery of the blues genre. Born in Santa Monica, California, Montoya began his musical journey as a drummer, and his career took a pivotal turn when he met the legendary Albert Collins in the 1970s. Albert Collins became his mentor, teaching him the fundamentals of the blues and urging him to transition to guitar. Coco Montoya's left-handed, upside-down playing style and emotional phrasing became his signature, blending fiery intensity with heartfelt soul. In the 1980s, Montoya joined John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, a band that had launched the careers of iconic guitarists like Eric Clapton, Peter Green, and Mick Taylor. During his decade with John Mayall, Coco Montoya refined his craft, gaining widespread recognition as a formidable blues guitarist. His work with the Bluesbreakers helped solidify his reputation and set the stage for his solo career. Coco Montoya's solo debut, Gotta Mind to Travel (1995), marked the beginning of a string of successful albums that showcased his gritty, emotive guitar playing and powerful vocals. Notable releases include Ya Think I'd Know Better (1996), Suspicion (2000), and Hard Truth (2017). His music, rooted in traditional blues but with a contemporary edge, earned critical acclaim and a loyal fanbase. Touring extensively, CocoMontoya is known for his dynamic live performances, where his combination of technical prowess and raw emotion leave audiences spellbound. His contributions to the blues genre have earned him awards and accolades, including the Blues Music Award for Best New Blues Artist in 1996. Montoya remains a vital force in the modern blues scene, with his playing often compared to legends like Albert Collins and B.B. King, ensuring his enduring influence on future generations of blues musicians. Coco Montoya joins us this week to share his story. For more information about him, check out his website https://www.cocomontoyaband.com/ and don't forget, if you'd like to request a guest, send me a message through my website https://www.abreathoffreshair.com.au

The Stephen Hull Experience wins second place, and Best Guitarist,  live at the 2024 International Blues Challenge in Memphis on Edition 653 of Blues Radio International, with music from Junior Wells and Coco Montoya.Photograph by Laura Carbone.Find more at BluesRadioInternational.net/

Welcome to the latest edition of "Blues is the Truth," hosted by the passionate and knowledgeable Ian McHugh. This episode promises a rich tapestry of blues brilliance, featuring all your favorite regular segments, including "Blues Driver," where Paul Michael shares a timeless blues track, "The Song Remains the Same," which explores different versions of classic blues songs, and "Title Track Tango," highlighting standout album tracks. This week's show is packed with incredible music from both legendary artists and contemporary stars. Tune in to hear powerful performances from Otis Rush, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Kai Strauss, Giles Robson and the Dirty Aces, Rory Block, Robert Johnson, The Zac Schulze Gang, Shemekia Copeland, Bobby Rush, BB King, Tony Louie, Chuck Jackson's Big Bad Blues Band, Otis, Mandolin Jack, Martin Abrahams Band, Matthew Chaffey, Robin Bibi Big Band, Jimmie Vaughan, Mick Simpson, Jeff Rogers, Lucy Zirins, Dean Owens, Derek Martin, Coco Montoya, Muddy Waters, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the world of blues, celebrating both the genre's rich heritage and its vibrant present. Subscribe to "Blues is the Truth" on your favorite podcast platform, leave a review, and share your thoughts to help us reach even more blues enthusiasts. Let the blues wash over you and feel the truth in every note!

It's the BEST of 2023, Pt 2 ! The Emporium brings you the music of Tyler Hubbard, Ana Popovic, Justin Moore, Margo Price, Morgan Wallen, Rival Sons, Brad Paisley, Jenny Tolman, Coco Montoya and Ward Thomas.

Mehr als 50 Jahre im Blues - Neues von Coco Montoya (Sendung vom 8.12.)

Leo Schumaker's "Bluesland" music podcast from November 2, 2023. Here is my radio show "Bluesland" from last night Nov. 2. Lot's of great music including Stevie Ray Vaughan, Albert King, Savoy Brown, Buddy Guy, Coco Montoya, Ann Peebles and mover. If you enjoy this music tune in next Thursday and hear it live at KMRE. It's free. Just click on the link/picture. 

This 2-hour episode originally aired on Sunday, October 15th, on multiple formats world-wide.  It contained great music from Coco Montoya, Skyla Burrell, Coyote Kings, Larry Taylor and the Taylor family and many others.  Remember if you visit Blues Therapy Radio Worldwide on Facebook, and "like' the page, we will shout out your name on future broadcast.

This 2-hour episode originally aired, on multiple formats worldwide, on Sunday, October 8th.  New albums featured are from Joanna Connor, Coco Montoya, Coyote Kings, Skyla Burrell and several others.  Check it out and check out Blues Therapy Radio Worldwide on Facebook.   Cheers! Biggdaddy Ray Hansen

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Here is music for your listening pleasure from my radio show "Bluesland" September 21, 2023. Jimi Hendrix, Ry Cooder, Bobby Blue Bland, Coco Montoya, The Paul Butterfield Band and more. Thanks for listening and send any requests to my Facebook@leoschumaker. I'll be live Thursday nights 7-9 PM on KMRE 88.3 FM.

This 2-hour episode originally aired, world-wide and on multiple formats, on Sunday, September 10th.  Jammed into this show is brand new music from Skyla Burrell, Coco Montoya, DK Harrell and mIke Guildin as well as others.  We also had throwback music from Susan Tedeschi's solo years and a few from a band overseas called Texan Tail.   I hope you enjoy it.  Please go to our Facebook page (Blues Therapy Radio Worldwide) and "Like" our page.     Cheers! Biggdaddy Ray Hansen

This 2-hour episode originally aired ,worldwide and on multiple platforms on Sunday, September 3rd.  The playlist includes great new music by Coco Montoya, Anthony Romano & the Conquerors, Eric Clapton, Bob Corritore & Friends, JW-Jones and many others.  Check it out and please visit Blues Therapy Radio Worldwide and "Like" the page so we can shout your name out on a future broadcast. Cheers! Biggdaddy Ray Hansen

Intro Song –  Bobby Rush, “I'm The One”, All My Love For You

 First Set -
 Johnny Rawls, “Walking Heart Attack”, Walking Heart Attack
 Willie J. Campbell, “You Better Let Go (Featuring Sugaray Rayford)”, Be Cool
 Willie J Law, Jr, “Regl' ol' Blues”, Too Much Blues 

Second Set –
 Dig 3, “Take A Ride”, Damn The Rent 
 Tommy Lee Cook, “Working Musician”, Tommy Lee's Jonesin'
 Coco Montoya, “You Got Me (Where You Want Me)”, Writing On The Wall
 Tom Buenger, “Above The Sun”, Blues From Caucasia

 Third Set – WIB
 Shaun Booker Dammit Band, “Grillin' Tyme”, Angry Blues 
 Mizz Lowe, “I Ain't Given Up My Love”, Classy Woman
 Teresa James & The Rhythm Tramps, “I'd Do It For You”, Rose Colored Glasses, Vol 2

 Fourth Set - The Suitcase Brothers, “Boogie Baby”, Love, Truth And Confidence
 Mitch Woods, “Nasty Boogie”, Friends Along The Way (Deluxe Edition)
 Little G Weevil, “Tingaalingaling (Everybody's Qualified)”, If I May


21. Rory Block / Love Has No Pride 22. Lake Street Dive / Nick of Time 23. Bonnie Raitt / Livin' for the Ones 24. The Dancing Hoods / Angel from Montgomery 25. SRV / Texas Flood 26. Melvin Taylor & the Slack Band / Dirty Pool 27. Indigenous / Let It Rain 28. Ally Venable / Lovestruck Baby 29. Butterfield Blues Band / Blues with a Feeling 30. The Screaming Cheetah Wheelies / High Time We Went (Joe Cocker) 31. Tower of Power / Down to the Nightclub 32. Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes / Looking for a Good  Time 33. Bywater Call / Sweet Marie34. Rhiannon Giddens / You're the One 35. Sarah Borges / I Wouldn't Know You 35. Joe Bonamassa / I Want to Shout About It Upcoming Shows & Events of InterestAugust 27 Black Keys, Pinewood Bowl28 Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash, Barnato (Village Pointe, Omaha)31 - 9/4 Kris Lager's Ozark Festival, ArkansasSeptember7 Taj Mahal, Los Lobos, North Mississippi All Stars, Hoyt Sherman, Des Moines13 Rhiannon Giddens, Iowa City13 Diana Ross, Orpheum13 Kris Lager, Jewell14 John Nemeth, B Bar 15-17 Telluride Blues Festival (Bonnie Raitt) 16 Beth Hart, The Astro (LaVista, Nebraska)20 Yo La Tengo, Waiting Room, Benson23 Sarah Borges, Reverb Lounge (Sunday Roadhouse Series)24 Coco Montoya, Zoo Bar 

Two hours of the blues with Sian Weggery, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

This time we look back to March 2007, when John interviewed the blues legend, Walter Trout and his group The Radicals after an amazing performance at The Mick Jagger Centre in Dartford, England. On the night he performed some of his classic hits, including tracks from his new collaboration album, Full Circle. This album saw him play with such greats as John Mayall, Jeff Healey, Coco Montoya and many more. On the night, John spoke to the bassist Rick Knapp, percussionist Joey Pafumi and of course, the man himself, Walter Trout This was first broadcast on Johns Sunday breakfast show on 103.7 TGR sound.  When the station closed in 2010 the recording was thought to be lost on the scrapped computer drives. That was until a few weeks ago, the original broadcast recording was found. Please excuse the quality, the recording has been re-mastered as best possible. Enjoy. #MaritimeLDN #Jogonradioshow www.maritimeradio.co.uk    

Intro Song –  Albert King, “I'll Play The Blues For You”, At The Forum 1972 
First Set -
 Howlin' Wolf, “Little Red Rooster”, Ebbet's Field, Denver CO 8/23/1973 
 The Fabulous Thunderbirds, “Feelin' Good”, Rhein-Mein Halle Maifestspiele, 5/23/1980

 Second Set –
 James Cotton, “Dust My Broom”, Dallas Motor Speedway, 08/30/1969
 Tommy Castro, “Calling San Francisco”, Aladdin Theater, Portland OR, 10/31/2001
 Lightnin' Hopkins, “My Babe”, Live in Montreal, 6/23/1977 

Third Set – 
 Albert Collins, “Iceman”, Red Rocks, Morrison CO, 8/16/1992
 Coco Montoya, “Nothing But Love”, Petrillo Music Shell, Chicago, IL, 7/4/2000 
Fourth Set – 
 Muddy Waters, “Instrumental with Intro”, Live at Ebbetts Field, Denver, 5/30/1973 
 Muddy Waters, “Band Intros”, Live at Ebbetts Field, Denver, 5/30/1973
 Muddy Waters/BB King, “I Know You Didn't Want Me”, Live at Ebbetts Field, Denver, 5/30/1973


Sometimes you don't realize the hidden gems that are in plain sight. SLIM HARPO was such an influential artist that stemmed from Baton Rouge and gained international recognition from artists all over the world. With major hits like "I'm a King Bee", "Rainin' in My Heart" and "Baby Scratch My Back", which reached number one on Billboard's R&B chart and number 16 on its broader Hot 100 singles chart. Johnny Palazzotto and his amazing team has given next level dedication over with over two decades worth of work to present the Slim Harpo Documentary. With a long list of accomplishments of his own, I found that I had more questions that needed answers!  Make plans to join us Saturday, April 15, 2023 at the Main Library on Goodwood for the showing of this amazing documentary. The event is free and open to the public, but seating is limited... Please RSVP. Watch full interview HERE Read more on the man behind the scene running the scene.  Johnny Palazzotto, a veteran of the entertainment industry, has become synonymous with discovering new talent and putting Louisiana artists on the international map, thus earning him a music business Lifetime Achievement Award from Offbeat Magazine (2011) as well as an induction into the Southern University Jazz Hall of Fame (2002). His work also landed him a spot on the Board of Governors' Memphis Chapter of the Recording Academy. The Baton Rouge native has helped to shape the careers of dozens of artists including Loggins & Messina. He has managed artists, auditioned and signed new writers, filed copyrights, negotiated contracts for recording artists, produced and distributed albums, and produced concerts from Los Angeles to Louisiana. Palazzotto is co-founder of Baton Rouge Blues Foundation,Inc. He currently produces the Slim Harpo Music Awards and presents Music in the Schools throughout Louisiana. This program introduces elementary, middle school and high school students to a music curriculum beyond the origins of all-American blues to gospel, rock and hip-hop. Palazzotto presented Baton Rouge Blues Week in conjunction with the Blues Festival including artists such as: Luther Kent, Clarence Gatemouth Brown, Luther Allison, Johnny Adams, Percy Sledge, Ruthie Foster, Sonny Landreth, Bonnie Bramlett, Earl King, Philip Guy, Coco Montoya, Derrick Trucks, Bobby “Blue” Bland, Delbert McClinton, Jimmie Vaughan, Lou Ann Barton and Tony Joe White among local Blues Legends, Tabby Thomas, Henry Gray, Raful Neal, Larry Garner, ChrisThomas King, Kenny Neal. ************************************************************************************************* NEW MUSIC ALERT NEVER KNEW - LaTangela Fay NEW BOOK ALERT P.O.O.F. (Power Over Obstacles Forever) - LaTangela Fay Sherman ************************************************************************************ THE LATANGELA SHOW RADIO -  WEMX- Baton Rouge, La. Mon-Fri 10a.m.-3p.m.CST TV - WLFT - Baton Rouge, La. KGLA  - New Orleans, La. The Louisiana Film Channel YouTube - #LaTangelaFay Podcast - ALL digital platforms www.LaTangela.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomo Fujita is a professional guitarist and an esteemed professor at Berklee College of Music. As a professor, he's taught students, such as John Mayer, and has played with legendary musicians such as Steve Jordan, Susan Tedeschi, Phil Colins, and Steve Gadd. In this episode, Tomo and Jack discuss the intricacies of George Harrison's guitar solos, Tomo's favorite Beatles songs, and how The Beatles composed their songs - and how it makes their music timeless.   Check out Tomo's website: https://tomojustfunky.com/ Tomo's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LklK7nlFYU   If you like this episode, be sure to subscribe to this podcast! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Or click here for more information: Linktr.ee/BeatlesEarth   ----- The Beatles were an English rock band, formed in Liverpool in 1960, that comprised John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr. They are regarded as the most influential band of all timeand were integral to the development of 1960s counterculture and popular music's recognition as an art form. Rooted in skiffle, beat and 1950s rock 'n' roll, their sound incorporated elements of classical music and traditional pop in innovative ways; the band later explored music styles ranging from ballads and Indian music to psychedelia and hard rock. As pioneers in recording, songwriting and artistic presentation, the Beatles revolutionised many aspects of the music industry and were often publicised as leaders of the era's youth and sociocultural movements. Led by primary songwriters Lennon and McCartney, the Beatles evolved from Lennon's previous group, the Quarrymen, and built their reputation playing clubs in Liverpool and Hamburg over three years from 1960, initially with Stuart Sutcliffe playing bass. The core trio of Lennon, McCartney and Harrison, together since 1958, went through a succession of drummers, including Pete Best, before asking Starr to join them in 1962. Manager Brian Epstein moulded them into a professional act, and producer George Martin guided and developed their recordings, greatly expanding their domestic success after signing to EMI Records and achieving their first hit, "Love Me Do", in late 1962.   Lennon, McCartney, Harrison and Starr all released solo albums in 1970. Their solo records sometimes involved one or more of the others; Starr's Ringo (1973) was the only album to include compositions and performances by all four ex-Beatles, albeit on separate songs. With Starr's participation, Harrison staged the Concert for Bangladesh in New York City in August 1971. Other than an unreleased jam session in 1974, later bootlegged as A Toot and a Snore in '74, Lennon and McCartney never recorded together again. Two double-LP sets of the Beatles' greatest hits, compiled by Klein, 1962–1966 and 1967–1970, were released in 1973, at first under the Apple Records imprint. Commonly known as the "Red Album" and "Blue Album", respectively, each has earned a Multi-Platinum certification in the US and a Platinum certification in the UK. Between 1976 and 1982, EMI/Capitol released a wave of compilation albums without input from the ex-Beatles, starting with the double-disc compilation Rock 'n' Roll Music. The only one to feature previously unreleased material was The Beatles at the Hollywood Bowl (1977); the first officially issued concert recordings by the group, it contained selections from two shows they played during their 1964 and 1965 US tours. The music and enduring fame of the Beatles were commercially exploited in various other ways, again often outside their creative control. In April 1974, the musical John, Paul, George, Ringo ... and Bert, written by Willy Russell and featuring singer Barbara Dickson, opened in London. It included, with permission from Northern Songs, eleven Lennon-McCartney compositions and one by Harrison, "Here Comes the Sun". Displeased with the production's use of his song, Harrison withdrew his permission to use it.Later that year, the off-Broadway musical Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band on the Road opened. All This and World War II (1976) was an unorthodox nonfiction film that combined newsreel footage with covers of Beatles songs by performers ranging from Elton John and Keith Moon to the London Symphony Orchestra. The Broadway musical Beatlemania, an unauthorised nostalgia revue, opened in early 1977 and proved popular, spinning off five separate touring productions. In 1979, the band sued the producers, settling for several million dollars in damages. Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (1978), a musical film starring the Bee Gees and Peter Frampton, was a commercial failure and an "artistic fiasco", according to Ingham. Accompanying the wave of Beatles nostalgia and persistent reunion rumours in the US during the 1970s, several entrepreneurs made public offers to the Beatles for a reunion concert.Promoter Bill Sargent first offered the Beatles $10 million for a reunion concert in 1974. He raised his offer to $30 million in January 1976 and then to $50 million the following month. On 24 April 1976, during a broadcast of Saturday Night Live, producer Lorne Michaels jokingly offered the Beatles $3,000 to reunite on the show. Lennon and McCartney were watching the live broadcast at Lennon's apartment at the Dakota in New York, which was within driving distance of the NBC studio where the show was being broadcast. The former bandmates briefly entertained the idea of going to the studio and surprising Michaels by accepting his offer, but decided not to.   Tomo Fujita has been a professional guitarist for over thirty years and a faculty member at Berklee College of Music since 1993.  Tomo's philosophy, distilled into a one-liner, is that music is not just about playing; it's about emotional expression.  He teaches students to inject emotion into every phrase, whether the style is blues, jazz, funk or rock. Although he has resided in the United States for three decades, Tomo remains closely connected with musicians and the music business in his native Japan. He visits for a quick tour two or three times each year. Japanese guitar players have bought more than 160,000 copies of his (Japanese language) instructional books and videos. Tomo has performed with some of the best, including Will Lee, Steve Gadd, Bernard Purdie, Steve Jordan, Susan Tedeschi, Phil Collins, John Mayer, James Gadson, Travis Carlton, James Genus, Kenwood Dennard, Darryl Jones, Lemar Carter, Paul Jackson and Janek Gwizdala. When he is not performing on his own, Tomo likes to sit in with others, like Ronnie Earl, Coco Montoya, Eric Gales, Josh Smith, Kirk Fletcher, and Matt Schofield. Tomo has been an instructor to many great players over the years. The most famous of his former students is John Mayer. Tomo and John stay in touch to this day. Pictured above is a guitar that John signed for Tomo, next to the factory signature. Check out the video of these guys playing together during John's 2008 visit to Berklee, in the sidebar. Tomo also taught Eric Krasno of “Soulive” and Adam (“Shmeeans”) Smirnoff of “Lettuce” at Berklee. And there are three entertaining videos in the sidebar on this page featuring another former Berklee student: Tyler Larson, a shredder who has become an impressive teacher of guitar and music theory.

Em 2020 Big Joe Manfra completou 25 anos de seu primeiro show em 26 de Maio de 1995 no Bar Prova Oral em Juiz de Fora. Com a pandemia essa comemoração ficou adiada, só agora come- çando com uma série de shows com participação de convidados es- peciais. Nesse show receberá parceiros de longa data: o talentoso vocalista Pedro Quental e o grande gaitista Jefferson Gonçalves. Nesse tempo lançou CDs solo ("Big Joe Manfra” e “2"), o DVD “Big Band Ao Vivo” (o primeiro DVD de um intérprete brasileiro do estilo), com o grupo “Blues Etc.” e o CD ao vivo com o gaitista ame- ricano Peter "Madcat" Ruth (“Live in Rio”), consolidando-se como um dos principais artistas do blues no país. Seu inconfundível sotaque bluesy levou o gaitista americano Peter "Madcat" Ruth a recrutá-lo durante mais de 15 anos para tours pelo Brasil e EUA, passando por vários clubes e festivais por Chicago, Detroit, Ann Arbor e outras cidades. A temporada de Big Joe nos EUA culminou com o show no mais tradicional dos bares de San Francisco, o Biscuit and Blues, acompanhado pela banda de Keith Crossan, um dos melhores saxofonistas de blues dos EUA. Ao longo de sua carreira Big Joe Manfra procurou uma sonori- dade que tivesse sua marca pessoal. A frente dos vocais a partir do segundo CD, buscou não se restringir ao blues tradicional, aliando a energia de seu lado rock e a influência do jazz em seus arranjos ao estilo nascido no Mississipi, somando com batidas funk. Já se apresentou no exterior pela América do Sul, EUA e Eu- ropa, dividindo o palco com nomes internacionais como John Ma- yall & The Bluesbreakers, Magic Slim, Stanley Jordan, Grant Green Jr., Tommy Castro, Roy Rogers, Coco Montoya, Michael Hill, Michael Landau, Air Supply, T.M. Stevens, Norton Buffalo, Deanna Bogart, Peter Madcat e Jamie Wood, entre outros. Inte- grou a All Star Blues Band na Rock Street no Rock In Rio (2011). Ao lado de Jefferson Gonçalves fundou o selo Blues Time Re- cords; e o trio acústico Blues Etc., cujo CD foi finalista na categoria ‘Língua Estrangeira' do ‘Prêmio Caras de Música 2002'. Em 2022 Big Joe está finalizando um documentário sobre a trajetória com o gaitista Peter Madcat, lançamento dos álbuns que estão fora das plataformas e outras surpresas mais. Atualmente é endorser dos Cabos Tecniforte.

Super excited to announce new guest, Ben Brandt, to The Story!One could say Ben Brandt was born with a guitar in his hands and this would not be far from the truth. The son of a professional musician, Ben cannot remember a time when the guitar was not a part of his life. As a baby he was fascinated by the instrument and by the time he was three he was picking out riffs on his father's guitars. In 1999, at the age of 10, Ben started his own band, the Ben “Jamin” Brandt Project and his talents were discovered by a local radio station in NJ, WDHA. They promoted his music and booked him at festivals where he shared the stage with the likes of Savoy Brown and Billy Hector.In 2010 Ben moved to Harrisburg, PA and started the Ben Brandt Trio in which he was both vocalist and lead guitarist. They played throughout the PA/MD/DC/VA region where they quickly gained a wide fan base in the Blues/Rock scene. Over the years Ben and his band have had the opportunity to open for a number of well known acts such as Jimmy Thackery, Doyle Bramhall II, Gary Hoey, Coco Montoya, The Record Company, etc. He has also been called to the stage to sit in with notable guitarists such as Davy Knowles, Artur Menezes and Albert Castiglia. Ben also is a member of the Central Pennsylvania Blues Society (BSPA) and frequently performs at their weekly jam sessions.In 2019 Ben teamed up with singer/songwriter Kevin Koa and formed the Soul Miners Union, a roots and blues based project that featured original songs with great grooves and catchy lyrics. Their debut album was recorded and produced by legendary guitarist/producer Josh Smith at his Flat V studio in Los Angeles. The album was released in September 2020. Blues Rock Review wrote, “Brandt brings a gritty, seasoned approach to the songs he captains.” At times Ben provides “crisp licks and understated solos” whereas other songs allow Ben “the space to stretch out and cut into some aggressive playing” with “riff driven rhythm and ominous lyrics.” The album contained “deft playing, seamless transitions and memorable choruses” and was a “fresh take on a few different blues areas.”Ben's influences over the years have included a very eclectic mix of Blues, Prog and Rock from Chris Cain, Gary Moore and Eric Johnson to Andy Timmons, Robin Trower, Steve Vai and Alex Lifeson. These different genres and playing styles provide Ben with a broad palette to pull from to hone his craft. Dynamics and phrasing are key components in Ben's playing where every note has meaning and purpose, and his impeccable tone is sought after by guitarists both young and old.Ben's skills are well known in Harrisburg, PA and the surrounding tri-state area where he continues to perform on a regular basis. Ben is not one to be put in a box and always strives to learn new things, pushing himself and the musicians he plays with. At 32 years of age and over 20 years of playing live Ben has acquired a lot of experience yet he has truly only begun to show the world what he is capable of.You can find Ben and his projects here:Website: https://www.soulminersunion.com/newsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5ezvhPd5zaWyKCWFWAjPSYFacebook: Ben Brandt & the Soul Miners UnionSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-story/donations

A conversation with songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Jeff Paris (solo artist, Coco Montoya, Keb'Mo).

Coco Montoya talks to Felton Pruitt about his newest album and his upcoming tour.

A 1986 ban on cruising was recently repealed in San Jose but some members of law enforcement in the city are concerned that the activity encourages loitering, drug use, and violence. The California Report has the story. After regional weather, Coco Montoya speaks to Felton Pruitt about his newest album and his upcoming tour.

Live from Flat V interview with my friend the great Coco Montoya.

The Veldman Brothers – Daytrippin man (home, 2007)Coco Montoya – the Life of my broken heart (I want it all back, 2010)The Davey Brothers – were is the devil (Wolfbox, 2010)Guitar Shorty – Too hard to love you (bare knuckle, 2010)Delaney Bramlett – New kind of blues (a new kind of blues, 2008)Johnny Mastro and the mamas boys – The dirge, 2010)John Primer – axe to grind (keep on lovin the blues, 1996)Connie lush – I'd rather go blind (unfaithfully yours, 2002)John Littlejohn – My head is bold (blues party 1991, Chicago blues session nr 13, )Los lonely boys – Outlaws (sacred, 2006)The Faboulous Thunderbirds - 9 below zero (Take me , 2009)

Playlist: Snatch It Back and Hold It – Junior Wells; You Didn't Think About That – Coco Montoya; Ice Cream In Hell – Tinsley Ellis; You Won't Have A Problem When I'm Gone – Chris Cain; Too Late – Guitar Shorty; The High Cost of Low Living – The Nick Moss Band, feat. Dennis Gruenling; The Chicago Way – Toronzo Cannon; She's Gone, Taylor's Rock, Held My Baby Last Night, It's Alright, Take Five, See Me In The Evening, I Just Can't Make It, Sadie – Hound Dog Taylor and the Houserockers. Escuchar audio

Intro Song – Ronnie Baker Brooks, “Come On Up”, Times Have Changed First Set – Whitney Shay, “Stand Up!”, Stand Up!Ryan Perry, “Homesick”, High Rick, Low RewardJeremiah Johnson, “Muddy Black Water”, Unemployed Highly Annoyed Second Set –Guy Davis, “Slow Motion Daddy”, Sweetheart Like You Tennessee Redemption, “Watch Yourself”, Tennessee RedemptionJason Ricci, “I Got Cleaned Up”, Approved By SnakesJohnny Rawls, “Kissing And Hugging”, I Miss Otis Clay Third SetThornetta Davis, “I Need A Whole Lotta Lovin' (To Satisfy Me)”, Honest Woman Tullie Brae, “Mississippi Rain”, Revelation Ana Popovic, “Brand New Man”, Live For Live Fourth Set – R.B. Stone, “She's Too Hot To Handle”, Loosen Up! Coco Montoya, “Good Man Gone”, Coming In Hot Ronnie Baker Brooks, “Pick Powder”, Take Me Witcha

This episode of #ITWWSS appears on other streaming services as S3 E6. I'm glad to be sharing my podcasts with a new audience. Thanks for listening and your support! The Man That Shook The Hand (Part 5) Includes music from and stories about… Some old friends, more hand shaking, musical heroes, truly independent artists, and some of the most popular icons, ever! Music from; Chris Isaak, Susan Tedeschi, Albert Collins and the Icebreakers, Coco Montoya, Frank Sinatra, Joe Sample and The Crusaders with Larry Carlton, Carl Anderson, Oscar Castro Neves with Lee Ritenour, Dan “Soybean” Sawyer, Pink Floyd with Scott Page, Bill Champlin with the West Coast All Stars, Seals and Crofts, Toto, Poco with Jim Messina, Loggins and Messina, Victoria Williams with Lou Reed, Pink Floyd with Joe DiBlasi, Michael O’Neill with Carl Anderson and Bobby Lyle, Bobby Lyle with Kirk Whalum, John Patitucci and Michael Baker, and The Pat Metheny Group. I cultivate my favorite tracks from each artist and create an eclectic blend of Blues, Rock, Jazz, Soul and more, that takes us on a journey through genres, time and continents. Please “Like” this page! If you feel the spirit, please subscribe. Thanks for listening and your support! @stewstrauss on Instagram and Twitter StewartStrauss on Facebook StewartStrauss.net --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stewart-strauss/support

The Man That Shook The Hand (Part 5) Includes music from and stories about… Some old friends, more hand shaking, musical heroes, truly independent artists, and some of the most popular icons, ever! Music from; Chris Isaak, Susan Tedeschi, Albert Collins and the Icebreakers, Coco Montoya, Frank Sinatra, Joe Sample and The Crusaders with Larry Carlton, Carl Anderson, Oscar Castro Neves with Lee Ritenour, Dan “Soybean” Sawyer, Pink Floyd with Scott Page, Bill Champlin with the West Coast All Stars, Seals and Crofts, Toto, Poco with Jim Messina, Loggins and Messina, Victoria Williams with Lou Reed, Pink Floyd with Joe DiBlasi, Michael O’Neill with Carl Anderson and Bobby Lyle, Bobby Lyle with Kirk Whalum, John Patitucci and Michael Baker, and The Pat Metheny Group. I cultivate my favorite tracks from each artist and create an eclectic blend of Blues, Rock, Jazz, Soul and more, that takes us on a journey through genres, time and continents. Please “Like” this page! If you feel the spirit, please subscribe. Thanks for listening and your support! @stewstrauss on Instagram and Twitter  StewartStrauss on Facebook StewartStrauss.net

Tomo Fujita grew up in Kyoto, Japan, and at age 19 won a full scholarship to attend Berklee. Only problem was... he didn’t speak a word of English. He came to America and only through sheer hustle and determination, things worked out. He wound up becoming a member of the faculty at Berklee, and has taught some famous students, such as Eric Krasno, Adam Smirnoff, and John Mayer Tomo has also performed with some major artists, including Will Lee, Steve Gadd, Bernard Purdie, Steve Jordan, Susan Tedeschi, Phil Collins, John Mayer, James Gadson, Ronnie Earl, Coco Montoya, Eric Gales, Josh Smith, Kirk Fletcher, and Matt Schofield. Some great stories in here about the cultural differences and adjustments Tomo had to make, between Japan and America, jobs he held, ways he hustles - even today. VERY cool and interesting stuff. Great way to end the week and enjoy the weekend: Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ELovesGuitar 

Here is my podcast from last night's Dec. 3 show. T Bone Walker, Ruth Brown, Coco Montoya, Taj Mahal and more are featured. It's free. Just click on the link/picture and enjoy.

This Chapter feels very "Classic" with Blues Traveler, Coco Montoya, The Cars, Billy Squier, Savoy Brown, Albert King with Stevie Ray Vaughn, J. Roddy Walston and The Business, Billy Gibbons with Les Paul, The J. Geils Band, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Taj Mahal, and Talking Heads

Hoje no Blues Box, o destaque vai para Coco Montoya com seu jeito diferente de tocar guitarra: ele é canhoto mas toca com as cordas invertidas de cima para baixo. Além de Coco, vamos ouvir Jeff Healey e Greg Szlap.

DONATE/SPONSOR a show https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=NM5TUEN9XDLCLTony Braunagel is an American drummer, producer, and songwriter from Houston, Texas, United States based in Los Angeles, California. Braunagel has played on many film scores and television shows as well as numerous albums as a musician, composer and producer. He is best known as a session drummer and/or percussionist of over 200 albums including those of Otis Rush, Eric Burdon, Johnny Nash, Coco Montoya, Lucky Peterson, as well as Grammy winning albums of Bonnie Raitt, Taj Mahal, Buddy Guy (percussion) and for performing live with dozens of music icons including Bonnie Raitt, Rickie Lee Jones, BB King, Lightnin' Hopkins, John Lee Hooker, Robert Cray, Bette Midler, Lyle Lovett, and Taj Mahal to name just a few. Braunagel's recording and performing career encompasses numerous and diverse rhythms and drum styles, but he is most known for Rhythm and Blues, Blues, Americana Rock ‘n' Roll, Blues shuffle, Back Beat, as well as his own blend of Reggae and West African rhythms.  Several of the albums produced by Braunagel have been nominated for and won Grammy and Blues Music Awards, reached Billboard charts, Living Blues charts, Roots & Music reports, and many Blues blog charts around the world, including albums by artists such as Taj Mahal, Eric Burdon, Coco Montoya, Danielle Nicole, Phantom Blues Band, and Curtis Salgado.Rob Mullins is a jazz composer, solo artist, and podcast host of the Planetmullins Podcast.You can find Rob on Facebook at http://facebook.com/planetmullinsand the planetmullins podcast is on Apple Podcasts athttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/planetmullins-podcast-hosted-by-rob-mullins/id1535588556

Vanavond loopt Crystal Shawanda als rode draad door het programma. Het Album van de Week is "Coming in Hot" van Coco Montoya.

Self-proclaimed cappuccino addict, Nathan Brown, is currently working with renowned blues artist, Coco Montoya.  In this episode, we talk about life on tour, getting schooled in the blues, and his endorsements with Kiesel guitars and Tsunami cables.  Growing up in Detroit prepared Nathan to provide a solid foundation for any group he's playing in. @NathanBrownBass CocoMontoyaBand.com … Continue reading 10 – Nathan Brown: It's a People Thing →

A member of John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers for 10 years, Coco Montoya launched a highly successful solo career recording 10 albums since 1995. He landed on the national music scene in the mid-1970's as a member of the "Master of the Telecaster," -  Albert Collins' band.  Coco's latest album, "Hard Truth," solidifies his place on the top shelf of contemporary rockin' bluesmen.  His soul-burning mastery of hard-hitting blues puts him towards the head of the class! In our March of 2012 interview with Coco, he touches on his relationship with Little Feat and discusses his "I Want It All Back, album and the many styles he touches upon in his music repertoire.  In our "Spotlight" segment, Lisa Davis features Strongman, a band led by award-winning Canadian blues guitarist - Steve Strongman.  He's been tapped as Juno and Maple Blues award winners, throughout his career!  For additional information about our shows visit www.cooolcat.com  

In the 269th Roadhouse, We roll out the '57 Cadillac convertible of the blues for the first time in 2010. We've got blues destinations all along the two-lane roads. Teresa James & The Rhythm Tramps, The Alex Dixon Band, Nick Moss, Jessie Mae Hemphill, and Coco Montoya provide the soundtrack as the world of blues rolls by another hour of the finest blues you've never heard.

The 264th Roadhouse provides an escape hatch from the world. It provides a means to move away from trouble and difficulty and into a far better state of mind. Toni Lynn Washington, Wayme Baker Brooks, Coco Montoya, Teresa James, and Johnnie Bassett open the door to that comfortable world and keep the tough stuff at bay. Pass through the escape hatch for another hour of the finest blues you've never heard - the 264th Roadhouse.

As I'm off work for two weeks, I've had plenty of time in the past few days to dig up some great music for the year-ending 97th Roadhouse Podcast. Billy Boy Arnold, Kelly Pardekooper, Kirk Fletcher, Coco Montoya, and The Holmes Brothers lead the finest blues you've never heard. It's the usual broad mix and, as always, the finest blues you've never heard.