Podcast appearances and mentions of fran strine

In this episode of Good Company with Bowling, I sit down with filmmaker and rock photographer Fran Strine to discuss his latest documentary, First Call, the highly anticipated follow-up to Hired Gun. We dive into the stories behind the film, the unsung heroes of the music industry, and what fans can expect from this next chapter. Don't miss this deep dive into the world of music's hardest-working players!”

In this episode of Good Company with Bowling, we sit down with filmmaker and rock photographer Fran Strine to dive into his latest documentary, First Call. As the highly anticipated follow-up to Hired Gun, this film uncovers the untold stories of music's hardest-working players – the unsung heroes behind the biggest names in rock. Fran reveals exclusive insights into the making of the documentary, shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories, and discusses what fans can expect from this next chapter. Don't miss this deep dive into the world of music's most dedicated and talented professionals!What's your favorite behind-the-scenes music story? Let us know in the comments!Sponsor: Lynch Mob - Wicked Sensation: https://amzn.to/4akdfVaPlease SUBSCRIBE, click the notification bell, leave a comment or a like, and share this episode!NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not.Please SUBSCRIBE, click the notification bell, leave a comment or a like, and share this episode!

Fran Strine: Pushing Boundaries in Music & Storytelling

Fran Strine's stories from KISS, Slipknot, Dolly.

Join me on this episode of Good Company with Bowling as I chat with Fran Strine, an extraordinary photographer, producer, and writer who has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the music world. From KISS and Sevendust to Slipknot and Dolly Parton, Fran has captured and created unforgettable moments across genres.In our conversation, Fran opens up about his experiences behind the camera, his passion for storytelling, and what it's like working with such iconic artists. Discover the fascinating stories and insights that have shaped his impressive career.Don't miss this inspiring episode with Fran Strine—tune in now on Good Company with Bowling!

Christian Zyp gives you a sample of some of our favorite interviews from MOVING RADIO over the last year. Listen to segments of interviews from Gary Snow (FRIENDLY LOCAL GAME STORE), Joe Hunting (WE MET IN REALITY), Riley Stearns (DUAL), Fran Strine & Ray Parker Jr. (WHO YA GONNA CALL?), Brandon Rhiness (GROTESQUE), Omar Mouallem (THE LAST BARON) and Scott Lebrecht (JURASSIC PUNK).

ON THIS EPISODE OF LIVE AND LOUD WITH THE LORD, NELSON THAT IS! Lord enjoys an incredible conversation with The Dope Documentary Director Mr. Fran Strine. Fran shares some amazing back stories on the creation of the Documentaries Hired Gun, Butch Walker Live, Dolly Live From London, Who You Gonna Call and his next Master Piece First Call. Fran also speaks on many of the great bands and artists he's had the pleasure of working with and for. Theirs nothing like being entertained, informed and educated at the same time. This is once again another great conversation that should be watched and or listened too. Subscribed and commented on. Liked, loved, shared and saved. As always Lord Nelson and the CMS Network appreciates your valuable time given and will continue to do their best to entertain, inform and some times educate you. Respect Maximum To You All. Love Love. Thanks A Billion --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cmspn/message

ON THIS EPISODE OF LIVE AND LOUD WITH THE LORD, NELSON THAT IS!  Lord enjoys an incredible conversation with The Dope Documentary Director Mr. Fran Strine.  Fran shares some amazing back stories on the creation of the Documentaries Hired Gun, Butch Walker Live, Dolly Live From London, Who You Gonna Call and his next Master Piece First Call.  Fran also speaks on many of the great bands and artists he's had the pleasure of working with and for.  Theirs nothing like being entertained, informed and educated at the same time.  This is once again another great conversation that should be watched and or listened too.  

Today we're dusting off some of the extra stories we got throughout doing our series on Tattoo The Earth. This episode is completely new content from our previous guests from episodes 1-5. New stories from Derrick Green of Sepultura, Brian Fair of Overcast/Shadows Fall, Shannon Larkin of Amen/Godsmack, and former tour photographer and now filmmaker Fran Strine. We also welcomed in Chad Benekos, one of the original guitarists for (hed)pe to share his TTE memories. Stay tuned for a full episode with Chad in the coming weeks! Check out Tattoo the Earth at: Web: www.tattootheearthfestival.com IG: @tattootheearthfestival Twitter: tattootheearth We'd love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave. Check us out at: Web: www.podioslave.com IG: @podioslave Twitter: @podioslave Youtube: Podioslave Podcast Email us: podioslavepodcast@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podioslave-podcast1/support

50 years ago yesterday, Ray Parker Jr. and I were in the same room… well, it was Madison Square Garden, he was 18, playing with Little Stevie Wonder, who was opening for The Stones, and, it was Mick's birthday. That's some cool shared history… I, a mere speck in the story am claiming my seat. Today was not quite so historic, yet any time in Ray's company is a huge treat. Add IIFC Award-Winning Filmmaker, Fran Strine to the mix, whose documentary, Who You Gonna Call, about Ray, just dropped, and well, it gets even more special. We talked about how they met on Fran's previous doc, Hired Gun, which also featured Ray, and where the idea for WYGC was borne. Ray's story was just too big to not tell. Known internationally, cross-generation for Ghostbusters, there's so much more to the story. Growing up in Detroit, police brutality firsthand, playing the clarinet and the sax, how he got his first guitar, and his 10,000 hours before he hit 13 when he had his first big gig with The Spinners. Crazy. Barry White, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, Gladys Knight, and Bill Withers, followed, while he was still a kid. How Stevie changed his life, how his mother motivated him, moving to LA, doing his own thing, getting no credit for his Grammy-winning #1 You Make Me Feel Like Dancing, Raydio, his hit, Jack and Jill, to Ghostbusters––a last minute do or don't get paid stroke of genius. This story is at the heart of Who You Gonna Call, but like Grammy-Winning Hollywood Walk of Famer Ray, there's so much more to the story. I loved the doc and this time with these two exceedingly talented and charming men. You can catch the film on Prime and Peacock https://www.amazon.com/Who-You-Gonna-Call-Ultra/dp/B0B2Q4FCX7 Run! It's that good. Ray Parker Jr. & Fran Strine Live on Game Changers With Vicki Abelson Wednesday, 7/27/22, 5 pm PT, 8 pm ET Streamed Live on my Facebook Replay here: https://bit.ly/3OKtPRn All BROADcasts, as podcasts, also available on iTunes apple.co/2dj8ld3 Stitcher bit.ly/2h3R1fla tunein bit.ly/2gGeItj Also on iHeartRadio, SoundCloud, Voox, OwlTail, Backtracks, PlayerFM, Himalaya, Podchaser, and Listen Notes Thanks to Rick Smolke of Quik Impressions, the best printers, printing, the best people people-ing. quikimpressions.com Nicole Venables of Ruby Begonia Hair Studio Beauty and Products, for the best tressed. http://www.rubybegoniahairstudio.com/ And, Blue Microphones

Here it is, Episode 1 of Podioslave Tattoos the Earth! To kick things off, we invite some friends to talk about where it all started: the original Tattoo the Earth Tour back in 2000. We're joined by Scott Alderman (TTE Creator), Kevin Lyman (Warped Tour Creator), Naomi Fabricant (2000 Tour Press/Production), Fran Strine (2000 Tour Photographer), and Mike Bellamy (2000 Tour Tattoo Artist). Each guest gives us their perspective regarding TTE, all that went on behind the scenes, and even some wild tour stories (flash floods, concussions, sandstorms and so much more). About the guests: Scott Alderman - Tattoo the Earth Creator and Founder. Scott is also an Author, having recently published ‘Caravan of Pain: The True Story of the Tattoo the Earth Tour.' www.scottalderman.com Kevin Lyman - Vans Warped Tour Creator and Founder. Kevin is currently a Professor at the University of Southern California. Naomi Fabricant - Press Liaison and Tour Production for the 2000 festival. Naomi is currently the Executive Director for The Scars Foundation (whose mission is to raise awareness of mental health issues, founded by Sully Erna of Godsmack). www.scarsfoundation.org Fran Strine - Tour Photographer for the 2000 festival. Fran is currently a Film Director, having recently directed ‘Who You Gonna Call?' (a documentary about musician Ray Parker Jr). Mike Bellamy - Tattoo Artist on the 2000 festival. Mike is currently the owner of Red Rocket Tattoo in New York City. www.redrockettattoo.com Check out Tattoo the Earth at: Web: https://thepalladium.net/tattoo-the-earth/ IG: @tattootheearthfestival Twitter: @tattootheearth We'd love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave. Check us out at: Web: www.podioslave.com IG: @podioslave Twitter: @podioslave Youtube: Podioslave Podcast Email us: podioslavepodcast@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podioslave-podcast1/support

6:50 | Could a SCOTUS decision impact abortion access in Canada? Joyce Arthur of the Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada, Meghan Doherty of Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights, and activist Robyn Schwarz, Ph.D. form a Real Talk Round Table on abortion rights.  39:58 | He brought the world the Ghostbusters theme song, but Ray Parker, Jr.'s career is about way more than that! The legendary singer/songwriter joins filmmaker Fran Strine for a Real Talk exclusive ahead of Opening Night at NorthwestFest. Real Talk is proud to be the presenting sponsor of "Who You Gonna Call?" on Friday, May 6 at 7pm MT at Metro Cinema.  TICKETS: https://www.northwestfest.ca/ 57:27 | Where do Real Talkers land on Alberta Premier Jason Kenney's leadership review? We review the results of our most recent Get Real: Question of the Week presented by Y Station.  ANSWER THIS WEEK'S QUESTION: https://ryanjespersen.com/question-of-the-week 1:10:13 | Hop on a hog for this week's edition of #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper, featuring the award-winning Jasper Motorcycle Tours!  MORE: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/

Christian Zyp interviews Fran Strine (dir/prod) and Ray Parker Jr. about the Opening Night FIlm for Northwest Fest WHO YOU GONNA CALL? See it MAY 6th at 7:00 PM st Metro CInema. In WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Fran Strine unveils the never before told story of Ray Parker, Jr., the artist behind the song “Ghostbusters”. We all know the famous song, but what did it take to get him there Filmmaker Fran Strine and legendary artist Ray Parker Jr. will be in attendance for this screening!

Music documentarian Fran Strine joins Staci and cohost Darren Gordon Smith. Fran is the director of Hired Gun, a fascinating film about the sidemen and session musicians of rock, In it, Fran tells stories about Billy Joel's band, Whitesnake, P!NK, Metallica… and many more. His current documentary is about Ray Parker, Jr., and it's called, appropriately enough, Who You Gonna Call? The veteran filmmaker shares insight into his interview and editing processes, how he got the dream job of working with the one and only Dolly Parton, and why Ray Parker, Jr., is so much more than just “the Ghostbusters guy.” Also, Darren and Staci discuss the original rock music songs in their new film The Second Age of Aquarius, their interest in the 27 Club, and what it must have been like for a rock star to have control of their “image” in the pre-social media days. Photos and video at RockNRollThings.com. More on Fran Strine at https://f26productions.com/

On this episode, director and "video guy" Fran Strine talks about his documentary Hired Gun, Ray Parker Jr., and those musicians you adore and don't even know their name. Watch Hired Gun on Netflix. Leave the podcast a review on iTunes! TRACK LISTING:  1. Misery Punk has ruined my life - Goodbye Blue Monday 2. My Body, My Choice - Basic Bitches 3. Lovely Day - Bill Withers

Special Episode – Hired Gun, Ray Parker Jr. & Fran Strine In this very special episode of Progressive Palaver Tom and Joe chat with Hired Gun director Fran Strine and music legend Ray Parker Jr.! Enjoy going behind the scenes of the award winning Hired Gun documentary and revel in Ray Parker Jr.’s stories about some of the biggest names in music. This episode is unlike any Palaver you’ve ever heard! Hired Gun http://www.hiredgunthefilm.com/ Twitter: @Hiredgunfilm Ray Parker Jr. http://www.rayparkerjr.com/ Twitter: @orayo Fran Strine Twitter: @franstrine Progressive Palaver Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Steve Cooper talks with director Fran Strine. Fran is an Award-winning documentary filmmaker. He has toured the world several times over with radio titans NickelBack, Staind, Seether, Dolly Parton and dozens of other artists and made the self-titled documentary for rock band Staind and the Gold Certified live DVD’s with the Iconic Dolly Parton, Dolly, Live in London. He is best known for the in-depth feature documentary Hired Gun, about the hardworking session and touring musicians who are rarely acknowledged for their contribution to popular artist’s work. Completed in early 2016, it’s world premiere was at SXSW, the UK premier was at the Glastonbury Festival and it has screened in over 320 theaters and is now on Netflix where it spent 3 weeks in the “actively trending” category. His new project is a documentary about Ray Parker Jr. titled Who You Gonna Call.

“Lib, you had your turn, now it’s the young guys turns.” Hired Gun. Dir. Fran Strine. Liberty Devitto. Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, 2017. Film. In the eighth episode, we talk about the idea that older bands should move out of the way of newer bands in many facets of music. There is no Spotify list this week because it is more of a philosophical talk. There were many bands listed, but very few songs. You can share your ideas or just engage with us about your feelings on music at musicmusingfeedback@gmail.com Enjoy! If you want to hear a great podcast on movies, check out my friend Jonathan Berkenfield‘s movie review site, Berk Reviews, as mentioned in this episode.

Everybody remembers Ray Parker Jr. taking over the world in 1984 with the Ghostbusters theme. But, there is so much more to his story. He was one of the most sought after session guitarists of the 70s playing with everyone from Stevie Wonder to Marvin Gaye to Seals and Crofts. He also wrote hit songs for artists like Leo Sayer and Rufus with Chaka Khan, not to mention racking up a bunch of his own hits like "The Other Woman" and "A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)" as both a solo artist and as the frontman for his funk band Raydio. As he says in this conversation, "Ghostbusters" was just "gravy on the steak". Here we talk about his whole career, but the big news is that Fran Strine, director of the acclaimed Hired Gun documentary, has begun work on a Ray doc called Who You Gonna Call, which launched an Indiegogo campaign last week. Here is the link to donate. Enjoy!   https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/who-you-gonna-call-music/x/2404155#/

Who ya gonna call on for a day of legends on BEHIND THE LENS? How about DICK CAVETT, RAY PARKER JR, and FRAN STRINE for starters! Truly a legendary BEHIND THE LENS, RAY PARKER JR and director FRAN STRINE are first up as they talk about their latest venture – WHO YA GONNA CALL – a documentary on the life of Ray Parker Jr. Starting up a friendship during the making of Fran's acclaimed documentary "Hired Gun", it was all of Ray's anecdotes and history that made Fran realize then that Ray Parker Jr needed a full feature in order to document and share his story with the world. Always a joy to have Fran Strine on BTLRadioShow, he's back and this time has Ray with him as they announce and talk about the launch of their crowdfunding campaign on INDIEGOGO for WHO YA GONNA CALL – which starts at midnight on Tuesday, March 6, 2018. One listen to these two and you'll be in stitches and not only want to see this documentary made, but jump on INDIEGOGO and donate to the seed money campaign. Filmmakers will appreciate Fran's love for Kodak who are helping out so the documentary can be shot on film while Ray is a pure delight talking about teaching Stevie Wonder to drive, sleeping with the light on, and his fear of (*GASP*) ghosties and things that go bump in the night! And although we could talk with Fran and Ray all day, we bid them adieu to make room for legendary interviewer and talk show host, DICK CAVETT. With a career spanning five decades, the 11 time Emmy nominee and three-time winner, is on hand to talk about his new documentary – ALI & CAVETT: THE TALE OF THE TAPES – which has a debut screening on March 11th at SXSW. Talking about a friendship that developed over the years and spanned decades, Dick gives us just a hint of the casual ease that not only made him a renowned interviewer, but how he became friends with Muhammad Ali, and what you can expect to learn in the documentary. While the documentary itself is a "must see", listening to Dick Cavett on BTLRadio Show is a "must listen." Anecdotes abound, as does some serious discussion about Ali's place and influence in the world, and Dick's heartfelt words on the loss of Ali. And classic films will thoroughly enjoy hearing Dick Cavett talk about (and imitate) Katharine Hepburn as we delve into some sidebars beyond the documentary. But before hearing from our very special guests, how about some clips of what Spirit Award winners Jordan Peele, Allison Janney and Agnes Varda had to say in the press tent following their Spirit Award wins on Saturday! http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

Episode 122 "The Gentlemen's Dojo" welcomes the director of the Netflix documentary "Hired Gun", Fran Shrine. The boys discuss Fran's desire to go from photographer to director and all that it took to make an incredible film on the insight of the heroes behind our favorite songs.

Join us for a conversation with Fran Strine. A veteran concert photographer turned film maker that directed the award winning documentary "Hired Gun".  http://www.hiredgunthefilm.com/  

Hired Gun is one of the best rock docs of the last couple years. It details the realities of life as a struggling musician whose career is dependent on being employed by big artists. Imagine you go from nothing to being someone like Billy Joel's drummer. You now fly first class, stay in fancy hotels, and play in front of hundreds of thousands of people. Then, Billy decides to go a different direction and you're not only out of a job, but unlikely to ever find a gig as good as the one you just had. It's not an easy way to live, supporting the artists that get all the perks. In this conversation with the film's director Fran Strine, we talk about how he stumbled on this topic, how he got so much great access, and elaborates on some of the film's highlights. AND, stay tuned to the end so you can learn how to win your own copy of Hired Gun on Blu-Ray. Enjoy!   http://www.hiredgunthefilm.com/

Ray Parker Jr. is an American guitarist, singer-songwriter, producer and actor. Parker is known for writing and performing the theme song to the movie Ghostbusters, for his solo music, and for performing with his band, Raydio, and with Barry White.http://rayparkerjr.com/Fran Strine is the director of the documentary film “Hired Gun”, the story of the musical talent responsible for the most famous instrumental solos in the world, who have toured with the musical legends who hired them. Fran is working on a follow-up documentary project called "Titans of Radio"http://www.hiredgunthefilm.com/

“Hired Gun” is the story of the musical talent responsible for the most famous instrumental solos in the world, who have toured with the musical legends who hired them. The hired gun community lives and breathes music, and, for the first time, its members share their incredible stories and exclusive musical performances with the world in this inspiring new documentary.They are recognized as some of the best musicians in the world, and include Jason Hook (Five Finger Death Punch), Liberty DeVitto (Billy Joel), Kenny Aronoff (John Mellencamp), Rudy Sarzo (Ozzy Osbourne), Phil X (Bon Jovi), Justin Derrico, Mark Schulman (P!NK), Ray Parker Jr. (Ghostbusters), Jason Newsted (Metallica), Eric Singer (KISS), John 5 (Rob Zombie), Glen Sobel, Nita Strauss (Alice Cooper), Steve Lukather (Michael Jackson, Toto), Steve Vai (David Lee Roth), Paul Bushnell (Katy Perry), Jay Graydon (Steely Dan), Derek St. Holmes (Ted Nugent), Chris Johnson (Rihanna), music producer David Foster, and featuring Alice Cooper and Rob Zombie, and more. These “hired guns” have mastered their craft and performed on the greatest stages and in high-intensity recording sessions, yet rarely receive credit for their work. In the vein of the 2014 Academy Award©-winning doc “20 Feet from Stardom,” “Hired Gun” details the highs and lows of touring life, the demands of session schedules, and the dedication required to play backseat to some of rock’s most iconic musicians.http://www.hiredgunthefilm.com/

Get ready to rock 'n roll on this episode of BEHIND THE LENS as we welcome legendary guitarist PHIL X and music documentarian/director FRAN STRINE, as they talk about the new music documentary HIRED GUN: OUT OF THE SHADOWS, INTO THE SPOTLIGHT, shining a light on the unsung heroes of rock 'n roll. With HIRED GUN, Fran delivers an immersive experience as he takes us behind the screaming crowds, deafening sound systems, and perceived glitz and glamour of the rock world, taking us behind the scenes, behind the mics, behind the album covers, to showcase the unsung heroes; the hired guns of the music world. From session musicians on albums to the guys who step up on stage to complete the sound of a band, we meet some of the most famous "hired guns" in the music industry, including PHIL X, guitarist for Bon Jovi. Phil also joins us live along with Fran, giving his own insight into the experience not only in making HIRED GUN, but in being a "hired gun". http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

Fran Strine is the director of the award-winning documentary, "Hired Gun." "Hired Gun" is the story of the musical talent responsible for the most famous instrumental solos in the world, who have toured with the musical legends who hired them. In the vein of the 2014 Academy Award-winning documentary "20 Feet from Stardom," "Hired Gun" details the highs and lows of touring life, the demands of session schedules, and the dedication required to play backseat to some of rock's most iconic musicians.