Podcast appearances and mentions of Don Was

Six-time Grammy winner, acclaimed producer and Blue Note Records President Don Was has released his debut album with The Pan-Detroit Ensemble, a “nine-piece soul jazz group from Detroit” as he describes it. Groove in the Face of Adversity was released October 10, 2025 via Mack Avenue Records. Maggie & Don sat down to discuss his latest project and they dove into the deep musical roots, inspiration, and creative process behind The Pan-Detroit Ensemble and their debut album, Groove in the Face of Adversity. Don curated a lineup of elite, multi-generational Detroit musicians, which he discussed with Maggie and he group features longtime heavyweights like saxophonist Dave McMurray (Blue Note Records) and keyboardist Luis Resto (known for his Oscar-winning work with Eminem).  The Full Nine-Piece Roster: The lineup is completed by Vincent Chandler (trombone), John Douglas (trumpet), Jeff Canaday (drums), Mahindi Masai (percussion), Wayne Gerard (guitar), and the powerhouse, "Aretha-like" vocals of Steffanie Christi'an. It's a deep dive into the music and the city and the essence of the City of Detroit. They also wrap up the interview with a sneak peak of Blue Note Records releases.  Don Was (born Donald Fagenson on September 13, 1952) is an iconic American musician, six-time Grammy-winning record producer, and the President of Blue Note Records. Deeply rooted in the musical heritage of Detroit, he has spent over four decades shaping the landscape of rock, pop, funk, and jazz. This podcast is brought to you in part by Don Was & The Pan Detroit Ensemble performing live at the Lodge Room Tuesday July 7, 2026 at 7pm The Lodge Room is located at 104 N Ave 56, 2nd floor, Los Angeles 90042Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble celebrating their debut album Groove in the Face of Adversity and the 50th Anniversary of the Grateful Dead's Blues For Allah Tues July 7th at the Lodge Room in Highland Park. For more information & tickets visit lodgeroomhlp.com and https://www.kpfk.org/ click on the show banner for Don Was & the Pan Detroit Ensemble show July 7th at the Lodge Room. We'll see you there! Host Maggie LePique, a radio veteran since the 1980's at NPR in Kansas City Mo. She began her radio career in Los Angeles in the early 1990's and has worked for Pacifica station KPFK Radio in Los Angeles since 1994.Source: https://donwas.com/Source: lodgeroomhlp.comSource: https://www.jambase.com/show/don-was-the-pan-detroit-ensemble-lodge-room-20260707Send us Fan MailSupport the show@profileswithmaggielepique@maggielepique

The Deadcast tells the dramatic story of when the Hells Angels put ex-Grateful Dead Records president Ron Rakow on trial for walking away from the Dead with $225,000 he believed the band owed him.Guests: Ron Rakow, Steve Brown, Terry Haggerty, John Scher, David Lemeiux See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How did a personal tragedy influence one of the most essential party anthems in the new wave canon? This week on One Song, Diallo & LUXXURY break down the B-52's “Love Shack” with legendary Grammy award-winning producer, director and president of Blue Note Records, Don Was. They dive into how the track began as a 10+ minute long jam, outline the influences from classic Motown and Stax records and Don shares the surprisingly emotional story behind the iconic “Tin Roof Rusted” breakdown. Songs Discussed: “Love Shack” - The B-52's “Walk The Dinosaur” - Was (Not Was) “Numbers” - Kraftwerk “Mesopotamia” - The B-52's “Tell Me That I'm Dreaming” - Was (Not Was) “Dancing In The Street” - Martha Reeves & The Vandellas “I Love a Man in Uniform” - Gang of Four “Fun House” - The Stooges “Cold Sweat (Parts 1 & 2)” - James Brown and The Famous Flames “Candy” - Iggy Pop “Cool Jerk” - The Capitols “House Of The Rising Sun” - The Animals “Hold On, I'm Comin'” - Sam & Dave “Gimme Some Lovin'” - The Spencer Davis Group “Express Yourself” - Charles Wright & The Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band “Express Yourself” - N.W.A. “Cars” - Gary Numan Diallo & LUXXURY Talk About Music on Patreon One Song Spotify Playlist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Deadcast uncovers the secrets of Steal Your Face, the Dead's 1976 live album with a checkered reputation, dramatic backstory, & sonic experimentation by Phil Lesh & Owsley Stanley. Guests: Ron Rakow, Al Teller, John Scher, Ned Lagin, David Lemeiux See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

0:00 Welcome to Only In The Green Room0:45 How Dave and Tami first met at The Broadside2:00 The Bay Area–New Orleans connection explained4:30 The Grateful Dead, the Nevilles, and how it all started6:15 How the Radiators brought Dave to High Sierra8:00 The 2026 New Orleans lineup revealed10:30 The Rumble + Dumpstaphunk late night throwdown12:00 Anders Osborne, The Break, and Stanton Moore's new trio14:15 River Ecker: 16-year-old piano phenom16:30 Luther Dickinson, Jake Ecker, and The Word18:00 George Porter Jr. with Lebo and the All-Stars19:30 Don Was, Cymande, and the soul of the 2026 headliners21:00 Steely Dead, Pink Talking Fish, and the late night mashup23:00 Why musicians call High Sierra their favorite festival25:30 The artist liaison program and why artists want to be there27:00 The new Grass Valley venue and the future of High Sierra29:30 Sunrise Kickball and the magic of the full festival experience31:00 Get your tickets now — why this year is unmissableHigh Sierra Music Festival founder Dave Margulies sits down with Only In The Green Room at Jazz Fest in New Orleans — where the two festival worlds collide.Dave has attended 49 consecutive Jazz Fests, and this conversation captures exactly why the connection between New Orleans music and High Sierra runs so deep. We cover the 2026 lineup, the new Grass Valley venue, and why musicians from Luther Dickinson to George Porter Jr. call High Sierra their favorite festival in America.

The Deadcast concludes its extended 2-part tribute to Bobby Weir, ranging into the evolution of his songwriting, stage persona, guitar playing, and unexpected career beyond the Grateful Dead.Guests: Bobby Weir, David Lemieux, Jeff Chimenti, Scott Metzger, Don Was, Gary Lambert, Tim Stevens, Tony Italiano, William Keats, Bretty PauleySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill Evans no aparece en ningún tracklist de esta semana. Y sin embargo, está presente. Makoto Ozone graba For Someone con su trío TRiNFiNiTY en los estudios alemanes donde trabaja ECM. Una declaración personal por la paz que incluye un contrafacto de «Peace Piece» como homenaje silencioso. En la misma semana, el pianista romano Enrico Pieranunzi y el guitarrista sardo Bebo Ferra publican Evanscape —palabra que ellos mismos inventaron fundiendo «Evans» y «escape»—, un disco de dúo donde el tercer músico está presente en cada silencio. Gabrielle Cavassa debuta en Blue Note con Diavola, producido por Joshua Redman y Don Was. Ganó los Sassy Awards en 2021 —el mismo concurso que lanzó a Cyrille Aimée, Jazzmeia Horn y Samara Joy— y el disco confirma que la apuesta de Blue Note no fue solo estrategia de márquetin. También esta semana: Ron Carter, a sus 87 años y con más de 2.500 grabaciones a sus espaldas, avanza en dúo con el guitarrista israelí Yotam Silberstein una bossa nova contemporánea que anticipa un álbum por llegar. El guitarrista y cantante Djamal B rescata la elegancia de la chanson con una versión del clásico de Sacha Distel, «La Belle Vie», adelanto de su álbum Les Dernières. E Ibrahim Maalouf toca una trompeta de cuatro válvulas que le permite ir donde la mayoría no puede: entre el jazz y los cuartos de tono de la música árabe. Tracklist: – Rolling Tales, Makoto Ozone; – Chasing the Horizon, Makoto Ozone; – Evanscape, Enrico Pieranunzi & Bebo Ferra; – Song for Helen, Enrico Pieranunzi, Bebo Ferra & Diego Imbert; – Nova Ilusão, Ron Carter & Yotam Silberstein; – La Belle Vie, Djamal B; – Las Trompetas de Nael, Ibrahim Maalouf; - Prisoner of Love, Gabrielle Cavassa.

The Grateful Deadcast returns for its 13th season, beginning with a 2-part tribute to the great Bobby Weir, mixing interviews with archival audio to tell the story of how a teenage Atherton folkie found his singular jazz-informed musical voice (dropping a few water balloons en route).Guests: Bobby Weir, David Lemieux, David Nelson, Gary Lambert, Rhoney Stanley, Graeme BooneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode was recorded on January 18th, 2026 at the Canady Creative Arts Center at West Virginia University in Morgantown, WV. The lineup includes Don Was & The Pan-Detroit Ensemble, Vienna Teng, Joe Crookston, and William Matheny. https://bit.ly/4lZrAvO

Dave McMurray, Don Was & the Pan-Detroit Ensemble. Nadia Labrie, Sahara von Hattenberger, Christopher Hoffman, Bellbird, The Dwarfs of East Agouza, Karneef, Plomberie, Kate Wyatt, Ramiro Zayas, Laura Camacho Tango Project, Michael Sarian, Amir ElSaffar and Way Ahead TrioPlaylist: Dave McMurray - I LOVE LIFE even when I am hurtingDon Was - Nubian LadyNadia Labrie - Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano: Baroque and BlueSahara von Hattenberger - Claude Bolling Suite for Cello and Jazz Piano Trio 6: Cello FanChristopher Hoffman - Snow OwlsBellbird - Soft AnimalThe Dwarfs of East Agouza - Swollen ThanklesKarneef, featuring Evan Shay - It's How You Say ItPlomberie - Pot Pourri (instrumental)Kate Wyatt - SuccessionRamiro Zayas, featuring Basel Jazz Orchestra - FamiliaRamiro Zayas - Yo También QuieroLaura Camacho Tango Project
 - Todo Tiempo PasadoMichael Sarian - Portrait of a PostmanAmir ElSaffar - For the Victims of Genocide (Alternate Take)Way Ahead Trio - Dover Blues

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek has all the details of International Jazz Day 2026. Chicago will host the global celebration of jazz this year. Illinois Govenor JB Pritzker, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and jazz legend Herbie Hancock were among the luminaries at a Jazz Day launch event. Theater Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Kathy Hey, join Gary to review Timeline Theater's EUREKA DAY. Later in the show, Gary revisits his conversation with celebrated producer and musician Don Was.

Dave Dameshek, Joe Bartnick, Mike DeFabo, Don Was, Sean Collier's Movie Reviews, and more.

The legendary Don Was calls in ahead of his band's performance tonight at the Thunderbird and Don shares with us his musical journey alongside the late, great Bob Weir. In this week's Winners and Boozers we shout out Aaron Rodgers ayahuasca guy and The Clarks, and say sorry to Rick Tocchet and John Harbaugh.

The legendary Don Was calls in ahead of his band's performance tonight at the Thunderbird and Don shares with us his musical journey alongside the late, great Bob Weir.

The legendary Don Was calls in ahead of his band's performance tonight at the Thunderbird and Don shares with us his musical journey alongside the late, great Bob Weir.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Dameshek, Joe Bartnick, Mike DeFabo, Don Was, Sean Collier's Movie Reviews, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The legendary Don Was calls in ahead of his band's performance tonight at the Thunderbird and Don shares with us his musical journey alongside the late, great Bob Weir. In this week's Winners and Boozers we shout out Aaron Rodgers ayahuasca guy and The Clarks, and say sorry to Rick Tocchet and John Harbaugh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The legendary Don Was calls in ahead of his band's performance tonight at the Thunderbird and Don shares with us his musical journey alongside the late, great Bob Weir.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

[REBROADCAST FROM February 18, 2022] The world mourned Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir, who died over the weekend. We air part of our conversation about Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros: Live In Colorado, the first vinyl collection from Weirand his band, formed in 2018, of Don Was and Jay Lane. 

Host Melinda Marsalis talks with Grammy winning musician, producer, and composer Don Was about his illustrious career and his upcoming show at The Princess Theater in Decatur, Alabama. Welcome to HEARD IT ON THE SHARK with your show host Melinda Marsalis and show sponsor, Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area.  HEARD IT ON THE SHARK is a weekly interview show that airs every Tuesday at 11 am on the shark 102.3 FM radio station based in Ripley, MS and then is released as a podcast on all the major podcast platforms.  You'll hear interviews with the movers and shakers in north Mississippi who are making things happen.  Melinda talks with entrepreneurs, leaders of business, medicine, education, and the people behind all the amazing things happening in north Mississippi.  When people ask you how did you know about that, you'll say, “I HEARD IT ON THE SHARK!”  HEARD IT ON THE SHARK is brought to you by the Mississippi Hills National Heritage area.  We want you to get out and discover the historic, cultural, natural, scenic and recreational treasures of the Mississippi Hills right in your backyard.  And of course we want you to take the shark 102.3 FM along for the ride.     Bounded by I-55 to the west and Highway 14 to the south, the Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area,  created by the United States Congress in 2009 represents a distinctive cultural landscape shaped by the dynamic intersection of Appalachian and Delta cultures, an intersection which has produced a powerful concentration of national cultural icons from the King of Rock'n'Roll Elvis Presley, First Lady of Country Music Tammy Wynette, blues legend Howlin' Wolf, Civil Rights icons Ida B. Wells-Barnett and James Meredith, America's favorite playwright Tennessee Williams, and Nobel-Laureate William Faulkner. The stories of the Mississippi Hills are many and powerful, from music and literature, to Native American and African American heritage, to the Civil War.  The Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area supports the local institutions that preserve and share North Mississippi's rich history. Begin your discovery of the historic, cultural, natural, scenic, and recreational treasures of the Mississippi Hills by visiting the Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area online at mississippihills.org.   Musical Credit to:  Garry Burnside - Guitar; Buddy Grisham - Guitar; Mike King - Drums/Percussion     All content is copyright 2021 Sun Bear Studio Ripley MS LLC all rights reserved.  No portion of this podcast may be rebroadcast or used for any other purpose without express written consent of Sun Bear Studio Ripley MS LLC      

The Pan-Detroit Ensemble is the new band from native Detroiter, Grammy-winning producer and longtime Blue Note Records president Don Was. Their debut album, Groove In The Face of Adversity, was released this year and on Monday January 12 the group will perform at the Blue Note. Was joins us for a Listening Party.

Show Notes:In this episode of Backstage Bay Area, host Steve Roby sits down with Grammy-nominated saxophonist and composer Melissa Aldana. As the first female instrumentalist and first South American to win the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone Competition, Melissa shares her remarkable journey from Santiago, Chile, to the global jazz stage.Highlights:•    Melissa discusses her early influences, including her family's musical legacy and the pivotal moment she switched to tenor sax after hearing Sonny Rollins.•    Insights into her creative process, the importance of transcribing jazz greats, and learning to embrace her own sound.•    The story behind her latest Blue Note album, Echoes of the Inner Prophet, and how it honors the late Wayne Shorter.•    A preview of her upcoming album Filin, produced by Don Was, featuring Central and South American ballads and collaborations with renowned artists.•    Reflections on music as a tool for personal growth and connection.•    Details about her upcoming performance at SFJAZZ's Miner Auditorium as part of the Upswing series, sharing the stage with pianist Taylor Eigsti.•     Featured Tracks:•    “Unconscious Whispers” from Echoes of the Inner Prophet•    “Echoes of the Inner Prophet” (title track) Links & Resources:•    Melissa Aldana Official Website•    Echoes of the Inner Prophet on Blue Note Records•    SFJAZZ Tickets & Info•    DownBeat Magazine•    Follow Melissa Aldana on Instagram Upcoming San Francisco Show:•    Date: Saturday, January 17th•    Venue: Miner Auditorium, SFJAZZ Center•    Double Bill: Melissa Aldana & Taylor Eigsti•    Get Tickets 

In a year that often felt overwhelming, music remained a place of focus and meaning. This episode of Mondo Jazz brings together the songs from the past six months that helped make sense of the noise—or at least gave us a reason to lean in and listen. The playlist features Funkwrench Blues [pictured]; Anne Drummond; Donny McCaslin; Vincent Peirani; SFJAZZ Collective; and Don Was & The Pan-Detroit Ensemble. Detailed playlist at https://spinitron.com/RFB/pl/21689299/Mondo-Jazz [from "Drowning Man" onwards]. Happy listening!

Chances are you've heard this low-end thumper in your bass woofers, or have seen him perform around Michigan (as well as the world). He's performed with various national acts, including Bettye LaVette, Sturgill Simpson, Brett Lucas, Mitch Ryder, and more. He's a 'first-call' from the bass master. himself, Michigan's Don Was for multiple studio projects. Chuck Bartels lives, eats, breathes, and is raising a happy family out of Detroit and happy to offer his services for a variety of musical styles, as he often as he can.    Chuck jumped into performing in the early '90s and has rounded the 'bases' with jazz, jam, Americana, blues, tribute showcases, R&B, soul, rock, and so much more. His ability to be as down-to-earth has garnished him quite a 'word-of-mouth' career. The MMHP was so grateful to line up this world-class bassist for a career retrospective in Bay City in early 2025.    In part 2 of 2, Chuck offers background on the recordings he has helped make that should have taken off, his nature balance on home life and touring, his dream gig, and some bands from the past that fans should seek out. This epic hang is perfect for you all, looking to absorb some of the best current and national music that this man has touched. Thank you all for tuning into part one and ENJOY!

Chances are you've heard this low-end thumper in your bass woofers, or have seen him perform around Michigan (as well as the world). He's performed with various national acts, including Bettye LaVette, Sturgill Simpson, Brett Lucas, Mitch Ryder, and more. He's a 'first-call' from the bass master. himself, Michigan's Don Was for multiple studio projects. Chuck Bartels lives, eats, breathes, and is raising a happy family out of Detroit and happy to offer his services for a variety of musical styles, as he often as he can.    Chuck jumped into performing in the early '90s and has rounded the 'bases' with jazz, jam, Americana, blues, tribute showcases, R&B, soul, rock, and so much more. His ability to be as down-to-earth has garnished him quite a 'word-of-mouth' career. The MMHP was so grateful to line up this world-class bassist for a career retrospective in Bay City in early 2025. In part 1 of 2, Chuck takes us on a journey from his very beginnings, to life on the road with television cameras in his face, Grammy nominations, and the humble outlook of what living in Detroit and playing music for life has afforded him.    Tune in and enjoy the easy conversation!

In deze bijzondere aflevering praat Ed met Chuck Leavell over de totstandkoming van John Mayer's album Born and Raised. Chuck was erbij in Electric Lady Studios en deelt openhartig hoe de songs ontstonden, hoe de sfeer in de studio was en waarom deze periode zo'n belangrijk keerpunt vormde in Mayer's carrière.Je hoort verhalen die je nergens anders hoort. Over de samenwerking tussen Chuck, John, Don Was, Sean Hurley en Aaron Sterling, over de muzikale koerswijziging, over de impact van John's stemproblemen en hoe dit uiteindelijk leidde tot de creatieve doorstart richting Paradise Valley.Voor iedereen die John Mayer, songwriting en studiowerk een warm hart toedraagt is dit een aflevering die je niet wil missen.Ook in 2026 speel ik Gitaarmannen 3: John Mayer. Check voor speeldata: www.edstruijlaart.nl/tourHeb je interesse om sponsor of partner te worden van deze podcastStuur een mail naar info@liedjesmensen.nl

What does it really mean to grow up in a household where songwriting isn't just a passion—it's the family business? On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with rising Nashville artist Cecilia Castleman for a raw, insightful look into her journey from Franklin, Tennessee's cow fields to the brink of her debut album release. From picking up a guitar at age six (instead of a twenty-dollar bill for the mall) to landing a publishing deal at eighteen, Cecilia Castleman and Cecilia Castleman share how a musical family, relentless work ethic, and a willingness to keep her art sacred shaped not only her sound, but the way she moves through the industry. She opens up about backseat sessions with her songwriter mom and philosophical kitchen-writing with her dad, the years-long process of choosing which "secrets and thoughts" would finally make it onto her first record, and even what it felt like to work with legendary producer Don Was after years of dreaming. In this conversation, you'll hear stories of fighting perfectionism, the struggle to stay true when comparison sneaks in, and the vulnerable process of turning personal experience into shareable art. Whether you're an aspiring musician or just a fan of great storytelling, this episode peels back the layers on what it takes to forge a musical career when "making it" means being both tough and totally yourself. Tune in to hear Cecilia Castleman's advice for artists learning to "hold your ground," her reflections on the highs and lows of chasing the dream, and why sometimes the right guitar riff and an honest lyric is all you need. Don't forget to subscribe to Bringin' It Backwards on your favorite platform and follow @BringinBackPOD for more inspiring interviews!

The Deadcast's overstuffed season finale unpacks Blues For Allah's oft-misunderstood title track, the unlikely story of its album art, & the remarkable coalition that manifested the Dead's September 1975 Golden Gate Park show, officially the New Age Bio-Centennial Unity Fair.Guests: David Lemieux, Ron Rakow, Al Teller, Ned Lagin, Steve Brown, Bill McCarthy, Larry Weissman, Gary Lambert, Ed Perlstein, Joan Miller, Geoff Gould, Dan Hanklein, Raymond Foye, Nicholas Meriwether, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Keith EatonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Whether born in the heart of Detroit, captured in the stillness of a London church at night, or inspired by cinematic visions of Norwegian immigration to Minnesota, the music in this playlist invites you into sound worlds that captivate and reward at every turn. The playlist features Dave McMurray; Don Was, The Pan-Detroit Ensemble; Kenny Barron; Trond Kallevåg [pictured]; Bill Laurance; Kenny Burrell; and John O'Gallagher.. Detailed playlist at https://spinitron.com/RFB/pl/21481826/Mondo-Jazz [from "The Jungaleers" onwards]. Happy listening!

The Deadcast explores Bobby Weir's guitar étude, “Sage and Spirit,” speaking with one of the song's namesakes, Sage Scully, before taking an extended trip to legendary Dead show at the Great American Music Hall in August 1975, where the song received its only full live performance.Guests: David Lemieux, Donna Jean Godchaux MacKay, Sage Scully, Ron Rakow, Al Teller, Steve Brown, Roger Lewis, Lee Brenkman, Steve Schuster, Gary Lambert, Deb Trist, Ed Perlstein, Danno Henklein, Joan Miller, Steve Silberman, Michael Parrish, Keith Eaton, Shaugn O'Donnell, Benny LanderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This content is for Members only. Come and join us by subscribing here In the meantime, here's some more details about the show: It's a warm welcome then to the man himself: Dr. Brad Stone - the JazzWeek Programmer of the Year 2017, who's here every Thursday to present The Creative Source - a two hour show, highlighting jazz-fusion and progressive jazz flavours from back then, the here and now, plus occasional forays into the future. Please feel free to get in touch with Brad with any comments or suggestions you might have; he'll be more than happy to hear from you: brad@soulandjazz.com or follow him via Facebook or Bluesky. Enjoy! The Creative Source 6th November 2025 Artist - Track - Album - Year Irving Flores Afro-Cuban Jazz Sextet    Samba con Sabor    Armando Mi Conga    2025 Bobby Rozario    Jingo    Healer    2025 Harold López-Nussa    Cerca y Lejos    Nueva Timba    2025 Kelsey Mines    Sitting and Not Waiting    Everything Sacred, Nothing Serious    2025 Jimbo Ross    Nardis    So Do It    2025 Michael Wolff    Quarantine Blues    Sunny Day    2025 Chris Rottmayer    Voyage    Playing Favorites    2025 Caelen Cardello    Steppin' Up    Chapter One    2025 Mike Clark    Midori    Itai Doshin    2025 Socrates Garcia Latin Jazz Orchestra    Brad's Dreamy Samará Night    Shadows of Tomorrow    2025 Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble    Nubian Lady    Groove in the Face of Adversity    2025 Joe Elefante's Wheel of Dharma    Ankara Blues    Return of the Light    2025 Peter Lin AAPI Jazz Collective    Alishan Girl    Identity    2025 Sean Mason    Unfinished Business    A Breath of Fresh Air    2025 Martin Bejerano Presents    Kiss    The Purple Project: Reimagining the Music of Prince    2025 Rick Keller    Subterraneous    Heroes    2025 Shawn Purcell    Primaries and Spares    Oblivity    2025 Miguel Kertsman    i-Clock    Paradoxes    2025 Miguel Kertsman    Postlude: De-clocking    Paradoxes    2025 Natsuki Tamura and Satoko Fujii    Hinoki    Ki    2025 The post The Creative Source (#CreativeSource) – 6th November 2025 appeared first on SoulandJazz.com | Stereo, not stereotypical.

We explore how the dreamy delicacy of Crazy Fingers came about at a time of great tumult in Grateful Dead history, with visits from new record company boss Al Teller of United Artists and Seastones composer Ned Lagin, plus a stop at Winterland for the Bob Fried Memorial Boogie.Guests: David Lemieux, Al Teller, Ron Rakow, Ned Lagin, Gary Lambert, Michael Parrish, Danno Henklein, Ed Perlstein, Geoff Gould, Jay Kerley, Blair Jackson, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Christopher Coffman, Nicholas MeriwetherSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the Nick of Time, Phil & David are sharing take two of their jazzy, improvised, epic conversation with the legendary music producer, artist and timelessly cool cat Don Was. Don shares wonderful stories about working with the great Bonnie Raitt on albums that changed both of their lives, building "Love Shack" with The B-52's, how Don helped bring together John Mayer and Bob Weir. Then, Don tells the story of starting The Pan-Detroit Ensemble and offers a quick, fun track-by-track trip through the group's excellent new album, "Groove In The Face Of Adversity." For more on Don, go to https://donwas.com.  To learn more about building community through food and "Somebody Feed the People," visit the Philanthropy page at philrosenthalworld.com

The Song Forlorn by SunYearsPeter's interview with VakentimmarMusicWouldn't It Be Nice (Highlights From Tracking Date) by The Beach Boys (not available on streaming)You Still Believe In Me (Vocals Only) by The Beach Boys (not available on streaming)I Just Wasn't Made for These Times (Instrumental Stereo Mix) by The Beach BoysDocumentary ClipsI Just Wasn't Made for These Times (dir. Don Was, 1995)Brian Wilson 1995 InterviewAll music in this episode has been sourced via fair use for education, criticism, and evaluation. If you like the songs you hear, please consider supporting artists by purchasing their music rather than streaming it.Alexander Woell on TwitterAlexander Woell on Instagram

Don Was talks about Groove in the Face of Adversity, his new album with the Pan-Detroit Ensemble — and takes a wide-ranging look at his incredible career in an interview with host Brian Hiatt. Was goes deep on everything from opening for Black Sabbath to producing Bob Dylan and the Rolling Stones to unlikely moments like helping Garth Brooks create The Life of Chris Gaines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Legendary comedian, actor, writer, and the guy who made us laugh on Mad About You, The Kominsky Method, Beverly Hills Cop - Axel F, Stranger Things...Paul is on Tour - Chicago, Philly, a few more shows in Pennsylvania and many others - go to PaulReiser.com for ticketsPaul shares:-He wrote the Mad About You theme after meeting producer Don Was at the airport-Is he dead on 'Stranger Things' "It's an interesting question because it was left in the air.  At the end of season 4, I was chained to a table by military guys and they left the room.  I would call the Duffer Brothers and ask 'what's happening next? Am I alive or dead?' We'll see." (season 5 drops Thanksgiving)-Paul "In my mind, Stranger Things is Scooby Doo with a bigger budget"-The next title of his book is 'Strokehood'-His 'Mad About You' pitch to NBC Paul is just so funny... To subscribe to The Pete McMurray Show Podcast just click here

Bobby Weir & John Perry Barlow's classic “The Music Never Stopped” came into being when the music was briefly in danger of stopping, the song transforming from live jam to final form as the Dead struggled to solve the financial difficulties that came with a retirement from the road.Guests: David Lemieux, Ron Rakow, Steven Schuster, Steve Silberman, Sean Howe, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Christopher Coffman, Graeme Boone, Eric Lindquist, Benny LanderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with Blues Note Records president and music legend Don Was to talk about his new music project. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, join Gary to review a new play that looks back at how Shakespeare's works might've survived. Later in the show, Gary checks in with City Lit Theater to learn more about the company's Banned Books Week programming. And Gary visits a new virtual reality attraction in Rosemont.

The Deadcast unpacks the two-part extra-heady “King Solomon's Marbles”/'Stronger Than Dirt or Milkin' the Turkey,” using the instrumental to get into the Dead's 1975 dalliances with holography, as well as Phil Lesh's other unfinished pieces from Blues For Allah.Guests: David Lemieux, Ned Lagin, Ron Rakow, Eugene Dolgoff, Michael Parrish, Ed Perlstein, Keith Eaton, Nicholas G. Meriwether, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick JenkinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wayne Gerard has spent a lifetime following his musical sensibilities and that has led him to playing as a member of Don Was' Pan Detroit Ensemble, a fascinating mixture of jazz and rock. Their debut album, Groove in the Face of Adversity is available October 10th.For more information and for tour dates, check out Don's website. (You can also follow Wayne on Instagram.)

The Deadcast examines how Franklin's Tower bucked every trend on Blues For Allah to become one of the Dead's all-time classics, including a tape of its studio creation, a look into the multi-tracks, & a rare line-by-line breakdown by lyricist Robert Hunter himself.Guests: David Lemieux, Geoff Gould, Jürgen Fauth, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Will Backstrom, Max Ritchie, Hannah GrabbensteinSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Deadcast uses Blues For Allah's complicated instrumental Slipknot! to explore the musical and creative ambiguity the Grateful Dead pursued in early 1975, when there both was and wasn't a Grateful Dead, & their public reemergence at Bill Graham's S.N.A.C.K. benefit that March.Guests: David Lemieux, Ned Lagin, Ron Rakow, Steve Brown, Gary Lambert, Joan Miller, Jay Kerley, Chadwick Jenkins, Shaugn O'Donnell, Melvin BackstromSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring our own podcast host and trumpeter John Snell, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Getting to know John Snell"   Who is the man behind the microphone?   You've been asking for a long time, 12.5 years and 138 episodes in fact, and today's the day: it's time to put John Snell himself on the other side of the bell!   John is the steadfast presence at Bob Reeves Brass, from the shop to the studio to the numerous conferences and events he attends every year. Many of you have met him in person over the years, and with our increasing number of video episodes, you have a better sense for what he's like.   Yet his story has only emerged in bits and pieces over all that time and all those episodes, and warrants the spotlight just as much as any of the wonderful guests who have stopped by the podcast since 2013.   And who better to interview John than the gregariously awesome Vinnie Ciesielski, who was himself a guest on The Other Side of the Bell, Episode #93 back in September of 2021.   Vinnie and John chat about how John grew up to follow in the footsteps of his professional trumpet-playing father, Keith Snell, yet forged his own path through his education, musical styles and interests, before a sudden complete career U-turn that proved to give him another solid professional foundation, alongside his continued passion for music.   And behind it all, for the past 20+ years, there's been Bob Reeves Brass. John talks about first meeting Bob and being taken under his wing, before returning with a law degree in hand to rescue the business, provide stability for Bob and his wife into retirement, and maintaining Bob's principled approach to business and customer service.   Thank you to Vinnie for encouraging the idea and bringing this episode to life, and thank you to all of our wonderful listeners and viewers for your continued support.   Don't forget to share this and other episodes with your friends in the trumpet world and beyond, and send us your thoughts and feedback! Email John at info@bobreeves.com     Episode Links:   Bob Reeves Brass website (bobreeves.com) Bob Reeves Brass store (trumpetmouthpiece.com) Bob Reeves Brass on Instagram LA Lawyers Philharmonic (lalawyersphil.org) Vinnie Ciesielski website (trumpetvinnie.com) Vinnie on Facebook     About John Snell:   John Snell is co-owner of Bob Reeves Brass, where he has been a vital team member since 2001. After an extensive apprenticeship, he became the company's lead valve alignment technician, personally working on thousands of instruments. Since 2010, John has also managed the business, guiding its growth while maintaining its reputation for uncompromising craftsmanship.   An accomplished trumpet player, John has performed with ensembles including The California Brass Ensemble, The California Brass Quintet, The Northridge Brass Quintet, the San Bernardino Symphony, and as lead trumpet in the Big Band of Barristers - a busy big band made up of lawyers, judges, and law students.   He hosts three popular podcasts - The Other Side of the Bell, The Trombone Corner, and The Horn Signal - interviewing top brass musicians worldwide. John regularly presents clinics on trumpet, equipment, and mindset across the U.S., Europe, Japan, and Australia.     About Vinnie Ciesielski:   Attending Towson University in Maryland, Vinnie Ciesielski majored in music performance on trumpet. Vinnie has years of experience playing and touring all over the world and has a wealth of studio knowledge and creativity!   Since coming to Nashville in 1992, Vinnie has played on thousands of recordings with artists such as Taylor Swift, Josh Groban, Demi Lovato, Grace Potter, Jimmy Buffet, Kirk Franklin, Queen Latifah, Jill Scott, Yolanda Adams, Donnie McClurkin, Israel Houghton, Toby Keith, Thomas Rhett, Blake Shelton, Jon Pardi, Alison Krauss, Steven Tyler, Vince Gill, Michael McDonald, Keb Mo, Zach Brown Band, Lyle Lovett, Travis Tritt, Tracy Byrd, Smokey Norful, Shirley Ceasar, Rance Allen, Donald Lawrence, The Clark Sisters, Tanya Tucker, Glenn Frey, T.D. Jakes, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bad Company, Gregg Allman, Delbert McClinton, Nuno Betencort, Marcus Scott (Tower of Power) Johnny Taylor, Bobby Blue Bland, Via Con Dios, Martina McBride, Don Was and many more.   He has performed live with artists such as Brian May, Bruce Springsteen, Jason Scheff, Gladys Knight, Randy Newman, Kid Rock, Keith Richards, Jimmy Buffett, Paul Simon, Sting, Tony Bennett, Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Kenny Rogers, Shelby Lynne, The Temptations, The Four Tops, The O'Jays, Aretha Franklin, Percy Sledge, Shawn Colvin, Eddie Floyd, Booker T. and the MGs, Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Bob Hope, Frankie Valli, Sheryl Crow, Adrian Belew, Bruce Hornsby, Michael McDonald, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Nettles and The Beach Boys.   He has also appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Jimmy Fallon, Late Night with David Letterman, Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Kimmel, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The CBS New Years Eve Bash, The Road, SoundStage, Disney and Universal TV specials, Nashville Now, Music City Tonight, Austin City Limits, Grand Old Opry, Rosie O'Donnell, Ellen's Really Big Show, Crossroads, The Huckabee Show, The Dove Awards and The Stellar Awards. Vinnie has performed on numerous Radio, Internet, TV and Movie soundtracks and Trailers, and has also performed with the Nashville Symphony, Chattanooga Symphony, Orchestra Kentucky, Nashville and Knoxville Jazz Orchestras.   Well known in the performance and recording community, Vinnie's resume includes work on right at 7000 recording sessions and counting. Vinnie has also appeared on and contributed to 50 plus Grammy-nominated and 25 plus Grammy-winning recordings in every decade since the 1990's, and dozens of Stellar and Dove Award nominated and winning recordings.   

Phil & David are thrilled to welcome Don Was -- famed record producer, musician and Blue Note Records President -- for Jersey Mike's sandwiches and the first part of an epic conversation about Don's remarkable life in music and all that jazz. They start by paying tribute to the late great Brian Wilson, the subject of Don's brilliant 1995 documentary, "I Just Wasn't Made For These Times."  Coming in Part 2: Don talks about working with Bonnie Raitt, The B-52s, John Mayer, Was (Not Was) and much more. To learn more about building community through food and "Somebody Feed the People," visit the Philanthropy page at philrosenthalworld.com.

The Grateful Deadcast points itself towards 1975 to begin a song-by-song celebration of Blues For Allah's 50th anniversary, loaded with raw session tapes, early lyric drafts, & the story of how the Dead built a new studio, musical language, batch of songs, & LP from the ground up. Guests: David Lemieux, Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Ron Rakow, Stephen Barncard, Ned Lagin, Steve Brown, Gary Lambert, Keith Eaton, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Matt CampbellSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Grateful Deadcast visits the set for the Grateful Dead Movie, aka the Dead's five “retirement” shows at Winterland in 1974, with heads who attended. This bonus episode is a re-run of the 2nd half of Deadcast Season 9, episode 8.Guests: Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Ron Rakow, Ned Lagin, David Grisman, , Steve Brown, Richie Pechner, Jerry Pompili, Jim Sullivan, Gary Lambert, Geoff Gould, Joan Brown, Michael Parrish, Corry Arnold, Strider Brown, Jay Kerley, Rita Fiedler, Rene Tinner, Lee Ranaldo, Gregory Barette, Ron Long, Brian AndersonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.