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Narada Michael Walden is a dual musical Superstar. As a producer and songwriter he dominated the 1980s and 90s with worldwide hits by first-name-only icons like Whitney, Mariah and Aretha, plus dozens of others. And he's also a Superstar drummer. In the 1970s he played on some of the most important recordings of all time by artists like the Mahavishnu Orchestra, Weather Report, Jeff Beck, Chick Corea, Carlos Santana and Jaco Pastorius. My featured song is “The Rich Ones All Stars”, my recent single which is on my latest compilation album What's Up! by my band Project Grand Slam. Spotify link.------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!Click here for All Episodes Click here for Guest List Click here for Guest Groupings Click here for Guest TestimonialsClick here to Subscribe Click here to receive our Email UpdatesClick here to Rate and Review the podcast—----------------------------------------CONNECT WITH NARADA:www.naradamichaelwalden.com—----------------------------------------ROBERT'S NEWEST SINGLE:“SUNDAY SLIDE” is Robert's newest single. It's been called “A fun, upbeat, you-gotta-move song”. Featuring 3 World Class guest artists: Laurence Juber on guitar (Wings with Paul McCartney), Paul Hanson on bassoon (Bela Fleck), and Eamon McLoughlin on violin (Grand Ole Opry band).CLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKSCLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEO—-------------------------------------------ROBERT'S NEWEST ALBUM:“WHAT'S UP!” is Robert's new compilation album. Featuring 10 of his recent singles including all the ones listed below. Instrumentals and vocals. Jazz, Rock, Pop and Fusion. “My best work so far. (Robert)”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com
At risk of seeming sexist, it must be noted that the two prodigies of the bass featured here are female, and perhaps that, in some sense, informs their approach to their artistry. Listening to BC by Tal Wilkenfeld, and Esparanza Spalding's Vague Suspicions, one cannot help but appreciate both the technical precision, and the soulfulness of their musical expression. The bass rarely takes the lead in an ensemble - they are usually responsible for holding down the bottom with the drums. However, occasionally, the bassist will step forward into the limelight - Charlie Mingus and Jaco Pastorius come to mind - and, this inversion can lead to some amazing revelations. ESPERANZA SPALDINGI was inspired to read that Esperanza Spalding had been afflicted with Juvenile idiopathic Arthritis as a child. That this was to be the launching pad for a career as master of one of the most physically demanding instruments imaginable - the upright bass -, puts me in awe. (She also plays the violin, guitar, piano and the oboe). Having the ears and instincts of a prodigy, she was given a full scholarship to the Berkelee School of Music, where she was also granted an honorary doctorate and professorship at age 20.By the way: let's not neglect to mention her singing, which is miraculous, lifting easily from conversational mode to a soaring airiness, there are unmistakeable echoes of Billie and Ella. Besides all this, she's on a mission to make jazz more mainstream - attested by the title of the album Radio Music Society, from which this track derives. If anyone can accomplish this feat, it's this Grammy Award winner. TAL WILKENFELDI first became aware of Tal Wilkenfeld when I saw Jeff Beck play A Day in the Life at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremonies. There was Beck, looking relaxed and dashing - delicately maneuvering his whammy bar… and to his left stood what looked like a street urchin with wild ringlets, following his every nuance, note for note, wielding a massive Fender bass, which was as big as she was. It was alchemy. Later, I watched the Live at Ronnie Scott's video where you could really see the two magicians extended celebration. She was around 20 at the time, possessed of a preternatural talent, and sidekick to one of the greatest guitarists who ever lived. Since then, the master has left this realm, and the apprentice has stepped forward to become her own front person - living in Nashville, playing with her band, and her calendar is filled with multiple special appearances and collaborations. And, to top it all, she's jolly. Her sense of humor is obvious, partnering with comedians, Marc Maron, Spinal Tap, and Jeff Ross on their projects.
'Joni´s Jazz' se titula la caja que celebra el amor de Joni Mitchell por el jazz en 61 grabaciones extraídas de la discografía de la cantante y compositora canadiense. Con músicos como Charles Mingus, Wayne Shorter, Jaco Pastorius, Pat Metheny o Herbie Hancock, 'Hejira', 'A chair in the sky', 'Off night backstreet', 'In France they kiss on main street', 'Twisted', 'Sometimes I´m happy', 'Good bye pork pie hat', 'Not to blame', 'You´re my thrill', 'Summertime', 'Stormy weather', 'At last' y 'Trouble man'. Escuchar audio
1. Jaco Pastorius – Soul Intro/The Chicken (6:49) 2. Peter Schilmoller Quartett – Ballad (7:14) 3. Peter White – Turn It Out (5:30) 4. Paul van Kemenade Quintet – Xeet (4:50) 5. Bobby Caldwell – Your Precious Love (4:25) 6. De-Phazz – You may never know (5:05) 7. Bill Evans – Witchcraft (4:35) 8. Jamiroquai […]
Dann Glenn, a renowned bass guitarist, graces the Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley Podcast to elucidate the intricacies of the bass guitar. Throughout our dialogue, we delve into Glenn's experiences, including his connections with other musicians in the industry, particularly a former student who has achieved notable success in Los Angeles. Glenn articulates his observations on the music scene, particularly the superficiality often encountered in the business. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity in artistry, asserting that true artistry transcends commercial success and societal validation. This conversation offers listeners a profound insight into the life of a dedicated musician and the enduring passion that drives his craft.Takeaways: Dann Glenn shared insights on the evolving landscape of bass guitar performance and its significance. He discussed the importance of maintaining authenticity as an independent artist in a competitive industry. The conversation highlighted the collaborative relationship between music and technology in contemporary music production. Glenn expressed his admiration for the resilience and creativity of artists in the face of industry challenges. He emphasized the notion that artistry transcends financial success, advocating for genuine expression. The episode culminated in a tribute to the late Jaco Pastorius, underscoring his influence on bass guitarists.
TU JAZZ CON SABOR A CLUB.-.Kurt Elling & the Yellowjackets .-60º Jazzaldia.--48º Jazz Vitoria Gasteiz Toquinho & Yamandú Costa El cantante norteamericano Kurt Elling, una de las voces más destacadas del jazz actual, y el grupo Yellowjackets, una de las bandas de jazz fusión más importantes de la historia del jazz, han unido sus fuerzas para rendir homenaje a una de las bandas más icónicas del jazz fusión como fueron Weather Report. Sólo por recordar por si hay algún despistado en la sala: Weather Report fue fundado por el teclista austriaco Joe Zawinul y el saxofonista norteamericano Wayne Shorter, y a lo largo de su dilatada historia pasaron por la banda músicos de la talla de Jaco Pastorius, Miroslav Vitouš, Alphonse Mouzon, Don Alias, Airto Moreira, Alphonso Johnson, Leon ‘Ndugu’ Chancler, Chester Thompson, Alex Acuña, Manolo Badrena, Peter Erskine, Omar Hakim, Victor Bailey, Mino Cinélu, Steve Gadd y Tony Williams. Pura historia del jazz de los años setenta y ochenta. Y todo sin contar que su ‘ Black Market’ es uno de los mejores temas de jazz fusión de toda la historia del jazz. Kurt Elling and Yellowjackets, que eran el plato fuerte de la primera noche de los conciertos en la plaza de la Trinidad, tuvieron un enemigo inesperado, bueno no tanto, la lluvia. Y por muy aficionado al jazz que seas, es muy difícil lograr la complicidad de un público mojado hasta los huesos aunque este cubierto de un fino poncho de plástico. La propuesta del cantante y del grupo es un muy buen ejercicio de puro vocalese; esto es, poner letra a canciones que eran sólo instrumentales. Y de esta manera el repertorio de Weather Report se ve enriquecido tanto por las propias letras como por la estupenda voz de Elling. A lo largo de su actuación sonaron temas como ‘A Remark You Made’, ‘Three Views of a Secret’, ‘Continuum’ y, por supuesto, ‘Black Market’ que dejaron para el final. Yellowjackets se mostró como una banda que sabe acompañar muy bien a cantantes, como ya demostraron hace años en el mismo Jazzaldia pero acompañando a Bobby McFerrin en un concierto inolvidable, y que no desmerece en nada en sus interpretaciones a los originales. Lástima de lluvia que fue, al igual que en otras ediciones, un invitado desagradable durante toda la celebración del 60 Jazzaldia. Antonio Pecci, conocido mundialmente como Toquinho, forma parte de una generación de músicos, junto a Caetano Veloso, Chico Buarque y Gilberto Gil, que configuraron una nueva forma de entender el arte musical de su país. A lo largo de sus casi seis décadas de carrera, Toquinho, que comenzó sus estudios de guitarra con 14 años con el músico Paulinho Nogueira, ha experimentado y evolucionado hasta convertirse en un guitarrista y cantautor con personalidad propia. Sus más de 40 discos editados e innumerables giras mundiales le han convertido en un referente de la difusión de la bossa nova y el jazz tropical. Toquinho compartirá escenario con un compatriota suyo, considerado uno de los mayores talentos de la guitarra actual: Yamandu Costa. Hace dos años, el público del Festival de Jazz de Vitoria-Gasteiz fue testigo de su creatividad musical y su técnica absolutamente perfecta, con la guitarra de 7 cuerdas. Toquinho y Yamandu Costa colaboraron en el álbum Bachianinha, grabado en directo en el Festival de Jazz de Montreux, con el que ganaron el Latin Grammy 2021 a mejor álbum instrumental.
In a heartfelt conversation, Robert Trujillo opens up about Ozzy Osbourne's passing, recounting touching moments from the funeral and the Back to the Beginning concert. He discusses Metallica's new SiriusXM channel, potential Sphere concert, and the importance of honoring musical influences. Trujillo also touches on his Jaco Pastorius documentary and upcoming Infectious Grooves show, revealing the deep connections that continue to shape his musical journey. Following that, Eddie brings you a piece of his daily live show, Trunk Nation, where he discusses the potential dangers of AI for the future of the music industry. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don't forget to follow Eddie on X and Instagram!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation
Receiving B.S. and M.S. degrees from The Julliard School of Music, David Taylor started his playing career as a member of Leopold Stowkowski's American Symphony Orchestra, and with appearances with the New York Philharmonic under Pierre Boulez. Simultaneously, he was a member of the Thad Jones Mel Lewis jazz band, and recorded with groups ranging from Duke Ellington to The Rolling Stones. He has also recorded numerous solo CDs on the following labels: Koch, New World, ENJA, DMP, Tzadik, CIMP, PAU, and TLB. Mr. Taylor performs recitals and concerti around the world: from Lincoln Center in NY to the Musikverein in Vienna and Suntory Hall in Japan. In addition to his own compositions, he has been involved in well over a hundred commissioning projects for solo bass trombone collaborating with composers including Alan Hovhaness, Charles Wuorinen, George Perle, Frederic Rzewski, Lucia Dlugoszchewski, Eric Ewazen, Dave Liebman, and Daniel Schnyder. He has appeared and recorded chamber music with Yo Yo Ma, Itzhak Perlman, and Wynton Marsalis and performs with the Lincoln Center Chamber Music Society, the Mostly Mozart Festival Orchestra, Orpheus, and the St. Luke's Chamber Orchestra. Throughout his career, Taylor has appeared and recorded with major jazz and popular artists including Barbara Streisand, Miles Davis, Quincy Jones, Frank Sinatra, and Aretha Franklin. Mr. Taylor has won the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences Most Valuable Player Award for five consecutive years, and has been awarded the NARAS Most Valuable Player Virtuoso Award, an honor accorded no other bass trombonist. He has also won The International Trombone Association's Award “in recognition of his distinguished career and in acknowledgement of his impact on the world of trombone performance. He has been a member of the bands of Gil Evans, Thad Jones-Mel Lewis, Jaco Pastorius, Charles Mingus, JJ Johnson, Joe Henderson, George Russell, Michele Camilo, Bob Mintzer, Dave Matthews, Dave Grusin, Randy Brecker, and the Words Within Music Trio (Daniel Schnyder, David Taylor, Kenny Drew Jr., The Art of the Duo (with D Schnyder) and B3+. He has performed on numerous GRAMMY Award winning recordings. David Taylor is also on the faculties of the Manhattan School of Music, Mannes College, and NYU. He plays Edwards bass trombones and Griego/Taylor mouthpieces exclusively. https://www.davetaylor.net/
Episode 83: Narada Michael Walden Part 2 At this point in the story, Narada has gone from a jazz fusion drummer with Mahavishnu Orchestra, to a major label solo artist with hits, to a Grammy-winning producer with Aretha Franklin. And now... Whitney Houston enters the picture. We kick off this episode with the moment Narada and Whitney's journey starts together. He gets a call from Arista A&R exec Jerry Griffith, who discovered Whitney, asking him to work with the unknown artist. Narada says yes and immediately produces "How Will I Know." The song becomes a number 1 hit. Then comes the call from Clive Davis asking for a follow-up. Narada delivers "I Wanna Dance With Somebody." The story continues. We also get into his work with a then unknown Mariah Carey, and wild stories from across his life, including how Narada introduced Jaco Pastorius to Weather Report, giving Jaco his big break! Narada is an incredible soul with a deep story and endless energy. This is Part 2 of our conversation. Let's go!! ‘Go with Elmo Lovano' is a weekly podcast where Elmo interviews creatives and entrepreneurs in music on HOW they push forward every day, got where they are in their careers, manage their personal lives, and share lessons learned and their most important insights. Big thanks to our friends at DistroKid! DistroKid is the easiest and fastest way to get your music on over 150 platforms worldwide! Go to https://distrokid.com/vip/elmo to get 20% off your first year! (0:00:00) TRAILER (0:01:52) NARADA INTRODUCTION (0:03:33) A SPECIAL OFFER FROM DISTROKID (0:04:46) MEETING WHITNEY HOUSTON (0:07:12) “HOW WILL I KNOW” WHITNEY & CISSY HOUSTON (0:12:28) “THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL” (0:14:26) “HOW WILL I KNOW” (0:16:16) PRODUCING 80'S DRUM SOUNDS (0:17:37) “I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY” (0:21:12) WHITNEY'S REACTION (0:23:32) MAKING WHITNEY HAPPY (0:24:30) TARPAN STUDIOS (0:25:14) PRODUCING TIPS, MUSIC IMPACT ON THE WORLD (0:26:41) DRUM INTRO FOR “I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY” (0:27:43) CLIVE DAVIS' REACTION (0:28:10) CREATING A TEAM, RANDY JACKSON, WALTER AFANASIEF (0:32:10:19) MANAGEMENT, ADMIN SIDE OF BUSINESS (0:35:14) KITES ARE FUN BY FREE DESIGN (0:35:38) “I'M EVERY WOMAN” (0:37:51) UNRELEASED WHITNEY HOUSTON SONGS (0:39:21) HOW TO ASK GOD WHAT TO DO (0:40:43) INTRODUCING JACO PASTORIUS TO WEATHER REPORT (0:44:00) PAT MATHENY (0:45:12) HIRAM BULLOCK, “I CRY, I SMILE” (0:45:42) MARIAH CAREY (0:49:34) MARIAH CAREY & JAY-Z “HEARTBREAKER, STACY LATTISAW (0:50:33) WORKING WITH OTHER PRODUCERS, ANDERSON .PAAK (0:52:14) MAKING A HIT, JOURNEY (0:53:07) RAPID FIRE INTERVIEW (0:54:13) DRUMMING FOR JOURNEY, STEVE SMITH (0:54:55) NARADA'S NEW MUSIC, “HOT FUN IN THE SUMMERTIME” (0:57:54) LOVE FOR DRUMMERS Please SUBSCRIBE / FOLLOW this podcast to catch new episodes as soon as they drop! Your likes, comments and shares are much appreciated! Listen to the audio form of this podcast wherever you get your podcasts: https://elmolovano.komi.io/ Follow Narada: https://www.instagram.com/officialnarada/ Follow Go With Elmo: https://www.instagram.com/gowithelmo/ https://www.tiktok.com/@gowithelmo https://x.com/gowithelmopod Follow Elmo Lovano: https://Instagram.com/elmolovano https://x.com/elmolovano Follow Jammcard: https://www.youtube.com/@jammcard jammcard.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Heavy Weather is the landmark 1977 album by jazz fusion supergroup Weather Report, and one of the genre's defining records. Blending the virtuosity of jazz with the electricity of rock and the rhythmic sensibilities of funk and Latin music, the album finds the band at their creative peak. Led by keyboardist Joe Zawinul and saxophonist Wayne Shorter, and featuring the explosive fretless bass work of Jaco Pastorius, Heavy Weather introduced a new level of accessibility to jazz fusion without compromising its complexity.The album opens with the now-iconic “Birdland,” a joyous, infectious track that became a crossover hit and a jazz standard. Elsewhere, the band explores cinematic moods (“A Remark You Made”), high-octane groove workouts (“Teen Town”), and extended sonic landscapes (“Harlequin” and “Havona”). Each member's contribution is distinct and dazzling, yet the ensemble playing remains tight and cohesive. The album's production is crisp, lush, and layered—showcasing a band pushing the limits of their instruments and genre.What did you think of this album? Send us a text! Support the showPatreonWebsitePolyphonic Press Discord ServerFollow us on InstagramContact: polyphonicpressmusic@gmail.comDISCLAIMER: Due to copyright restrictions, we are unable to play pieces of the songs we cover in these episodes. Playing clips of songs are unfortunately prohibitively expensive to obtain the proper licensing. We strongly encourage you to listen to the album along with us on your preferred format to enhance the listening experience.
Nick picks up where he left off last week with another “News with Nick.” Have a few thousand dollars sitting around and always wanted to own something that belonged to David Lynch? Here's an auction just for you! TayTay buys back her records, and Eminem is suing Instagram (Meta).Song: Rival Sons - “Thundering Voices”In recent years, Greg has developed a deeper appreciation for Word of Mouth, Jaco Pastorius's second solo album. While the record receives mixed reviews—some hearing signs of the personal struggles with addiction and mental health that would later claim Jaco's life at just 35—Greg has come to believe there's something really special about it. You should give it a few listens and let us know what you think.Songs:Jaco Patorius - “Crisis”Jaco Patorius - “Three Views of a Secret”Jaco Patorius - “Liberty City” Jay remembers Rick Derringer & Sly Stone. Mr. Derringer, who passed at the age of 77, had a decades long career as a guitarist, songwriter, and producer. Stephen Thomas Erlewine said, in Allmusic, “James Brown may have invented funk, but Sly Stone perfected it." Mr. Stone passed last week at the age of 82. Songs:Steely Dan - “Showbiz Kids”Sly & The Family Stone - “Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) Live”
Adelantada a su tiempo, visionaria, inclasificable y libre, pionera de la música electrónica y alquimista de la fusión entre jazz, rock y poesia surreal... En este episodio escucharemos la música de Annette Peacock, la auténtica diva oculta de la vanguardia musical del siglo XX, musa inalcanzable de David Bowie e inspiración subterránea de Salvador Dalí. Su carrera discográfica, errática pero fascinante, cautivó por igual a músicos de jazz como sus ex maridos Gary Peacock y Paul Bley, y a luminarias del rock progresivo como el poderoso batería Bill Bruford o el torrencial guitarrista Allan Holdsworth. Interpretaron su enigmáticas composiciones estrellas del calibre de Pat Metheny, Jaco Pastorius, Al Kooper o Mick Ronson. Bautizó uno de sus últimos discos como “El corazón de una acróbata”, acertado título, perfectamente descriptivo de la carrera musical de una funambulista que caminó siempre por el alambre entre la belleza y el riesgo, entre la placidez y el peligro.
Hans Barfod tegner et potræt af Jaco Pastorius, bassist, orkesterleder og komponist. Han levede fra 1951 til 1987 og nåede at revolutionere el-basspillet med sin båndløse bas og sin brug af flageoletter og sin store virtuositet. Han spillede med Weather Report fra 1976 til 1981 og dannede sin egen gruppe – WORD of MOUTH, som turnerede i USA, Japan og Europa. Podcasten indeholder ud over en masse spændende musik – solo, duo, trio og med...
The Jay Franze Show: Your backstage pass to the entertainment industry
Send us a textThe invisible art of music production takes center stage in this fascinating deep dive with Jay, Tiffany, and special guest Mark, who brings decades of musical knowledge to the conversation. What begins with nostalgic recollections of sneaking backstage at a David Lee Roth concert evolves into a masterclass on what makes truly great music tick.The trio explores the meticulous methods of legendary producers like Mutt Lange, whose perfectionism had one of Nashville's premier guitarists repeating just four measures for nearly a week until capturing the precise take he wanted. This standard of excellence explains why Lange's productions for artists like AC/DC, Def Leppard, and Shania Twain remain timeless sonic benchmarks decades later.A spirited debate emerges when the question "Who is the greatest bassist of all time?" hits the table. The hosts and audience members champion virtuosos from across genres—Jaco Pastorius's jazz fusion brilliance, Geddy Lee's progressive rock complexity, Les Claypool's avant-garde techniques, and the funk mastery of Flea. After passionate advocacy and thoughtful analysis of what makes a bassist truly exceptional, Victor Wooten emerges victorious, celebrated for his revolutionary approach to the instrument.When analyzing Tyler Braden's "God & Guns and Roses," the conversation transforms into a fascinating breakdown of music production's three pillars: songwriting quality, performance excellence, and production craftsmanship. This analytical framework offers rare insight into how industry professionals evaluate music beyond subjective preferences.The episode also touches on genre crossover controversies, with heated opinions about which artists are making authentic evolutions versus calculated commercial moves. Whether you're a musician, producer, or simply a passionate music fan, this episode delivers both entertainment and education in equal measure.LinksJay Franze: https://JayFranze.comVirtually You: https://www.virtuallyyouva.com/ Support the show
Episode 71: Harvey Mason Sr. You've heard Harvey Mason Sr., whether you realize it or not. From the iconic grooves of Herbie Hancock's Head Hunters to the GRAMMY-winning “Kiss From A Rose” by Seal, Harvey's drumming has shaped music history across genres, decades, and mediums — albums, film scores, and TV alike. He's not only a musical powerhouse, but a dear friend, and in this episode, we finally sat down to dig into his legendary run — especially his work with Herbie Hancock and the Head Hunters album. Harvey shares the story of how that band came together, the sessions behind Chameleon and Watermelon Man, and why he chose not to tour with them at the height of their success. We also dive into his solo career — how it started, how it evolved, and the surprising role Clive Davis played in making it all happen. Harvey opens up about his long-standing friendships and collaborations with Quincy Jones and Chick Corea, his approach to fatherhood (including raising his sons Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy, and Max Mason, former VP of Quincy Jones Productions), and how he built a legacy both on and off the kit. Fun fact: Vic Firth was Harvey's teacher — and Harvey still receives royalties from the early days of Vic Firth drumsticks! We also get into his stunning new album Changing Partners: Trios 2, featuring the likes of Chick Corea, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, James Genus, Dave Grusin, Stanley Clarke. This conversation is a masterclass in musicianship, legacy, and love for the craft. Enjoy my sit-down with the incomparable Harvey Mason Sr. ‘Go with Elmo Lovano' is a weekly podcast where Elmo interviews creatives and entrepreneurs in music on HOW they push forward every day, got where they are in their careers, manage their personal lives, and share lessons learned and their most important insights. (0:00:00) Intro (0:02:35) Harvey's New Album (0:05:26) Head Hunters (0:06:29) Getting the Call from Herbie Hancock (0:09:20) Making the Head Hunters Album (0:10:59) Studio vs. Touring Musician, Harvey's Background (0:14:06) Berklee, Studying with Alan Dawson (0:15:33) Vic Firth taught Harvey (0:17:55) Moving to L.A., Lucille Ball Show (0:19:41) Session Work in the 1970's (0:21:24) Working with Quincy Jones on the Bill Cosby Show (0:22:51) Instrument Collection, Harvey's Foundation (0:24:23) Session Work, Touring (0:28:00) “Chameleon” Session (0:30:56) Herbie's Hollywood Bowl Show (0:32:55) What Herbie was like in the 70's (0:33:47) “Watermelon Man” (0:35:15) The “4 A.M.” Session, Jaco Pastorius (0:36:41) Jaco Stories (0:38:22) The “4 A.M.” Session Continued (0:38:45) Focusing on Goals, Family Life (0:41:18) Harvey Mason Jr. (0:41:59) Max Mason (0:44:18) Learning from Clive Davis, Quincy, and others (0:48:22) Biggie, T.I., and Lupe Fiasco Sampled Harvey's Music (0:49:05) Funk in a Mason Jar (0:49:39) “Till You Take My Love,” David Foster, David Paich (0:51:40) Clive Davis (0:55:59) Touring with Carole King (0:57:30) Chick Corea (0:58:55) Losing Chick and Quincy (1:00:44) What Harvey is Doing Now (1:02:05) How to Keep Creativity Going (1:02:54) Playing Piano in Church (1:06:42) Playing with Duke Ellington (1:08:07) The Quincy Jones JammJam (1:09:12) Advice (1:10:47) “Changing Partners Trios II” (1:11:49) Vic Firth Stories (1:18:55) Residuals, Pension, Royalties, and Sessions (1:21:31) Sharing Stories Please SUBSCRIBE / FOLLOW this podcast to catch new episodes as soon as they drop! Your likes, comments and shares are much appreciated! Listen to the audio form of this podcast wherever you get your podcasts: https://elmolovano.komi.io/ Follow Harvey: https://www.instagram.com/harveymasonsr/ Follow Go With Elmo: https://www.instagram.com/gowithelmo/ https://www.tiktok.com/@gowithelmo https://x.com/gowithelmopod Follow Elmo Lovano: https://Instagram.com/elmolovano https://x.com/elmolovano
Earl Klugh – Wishful Thinking – 3:57 Billy Cobham; George Duke – East Bay – Live 1976 – 10:26 Greg Howe; Victor Wooten; Dennis Chambers – Extraction – 6:13 Gonzalo Rubalcaba; Dennis Chambers; Brian Bromberg – Caravan – 10:58 Jaco Pastorius – Three Views Of A Secret – 7:28 The Kevin Hays Trio; Bill Stewart; […]
En este episodio hemos escuchado y comentado la música de Trio HLK; Skulli Sverrison and Bill Frisell; Herbie Hancock and Jaco Pastorius; Jeff Denson; Sunil López; Jazz Is Dead Vol. 16; Magnus Lindgren and John Beasley; Patrick Smith.
On this episode I have a super rad chat with Mike Stern. A guitarist who's co-conspirators include other greats such as Blood, Sweat & Tears, Miles Davis, Jaco Pastorius, Eric Johnson and more! We talk his current rig, his past vs current approach to the instrument, pedalboard order, our thoughts on "practice" and a whole lot more! Enjoy it folks! Check out more info on Mike on his website HERE https://www.mikestern.org/ Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John Carey; David Margam; Jorge Pinelo – Smile – 3:59 Jaco Pastorius; Jimmy Haslip – Havona – 5:20 The Lao Tizer Band; Elliott Yamin; Eric Marienthal; Chieli Minucci – Why – 7:18 Tracy Carter – It Is Finished – 5:57 Michael Lington – On The Scene – 4:21 Gregg Karukas – Soul Kisses – 4:25 […]
Michael Manring joins Groove for Episode #121 to share his journey as a bass pioneer. From learning with Jaco Pastorius to redefining the instrument's potential, this podcast dives into his innovations and stories.
MILES DAVIS “BITCHES BREW” New York, August 19, 1969Miles runs the voodoo downMiles Davis (tp) Wayne Shorter (sop) Bennie Maupin (b-cl) Chick Corea, Joe Zawinul (el-p) John McLaughlin (g) Dave Holland (b) Harvey Brooks (el-b) Jack DeJohnette, Lenny White (d) Don Alias (cga) Jim Riley (shaker) [ Jumma Santos (shaker) THE MAHAVISHNU ORCHESTRA WITH JOHN MCLAUGHLIN “THE INNER MOUNTING FLAME” New York, August 14, 1971Meeting of the spirits, AwakeningJan Hammer (p,el-p) John McLaughlin (g) Jerry Goodman (vln,el-vln) Rick Laird (el-b) Billy Cobham (d) HERBIE HANCOCK “HEADHUNTERS” San Francisco, CA, autumn 1973ChameleonBennie Maupin (sop,ts,saxello,b-cl,alto-fl) Herbie Hancock (el-p,clavinet,synt,pipes) Paul Jackson (el-b,marimbula) Harvey Mason (d) Bill Summers (cga,perc) WEATHER REPORT “HEAVY WEATHER” North Hollywood, CA, 1976Birdland, HarlequinWayne Shorter (ts,sop) Joe Zawinul (p,el-p,synt,melodica,g,tabla,vcl) Jaco Pastorius (el-b,mandocello,steel-d,d,vcl) Alex Acuna (d) Manolo Badrena (cga,perc,vcl) Continue reading Puro Jazz 2 de diciembre, 2024 at PuroJazz.
Record Store Day Black Friday is November 29, and as we ramp up to the big day we offer the first of two specials. Pt. 1 features Jorma Kaukonen, founding member of the Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, talking about the double album RENO ROAD, a collection of acoustic blues field recordings made with his longtime musical accomplice Jack Casady and released on Black Friday as an RSD Exclusive. In this conversation, Jorma recalls the heady times of the 1960s, and pays his respects to many of the fallen legends he's worked with over the years, including Paul Kantner, Janis Joplin, David Crosby, Phil Lesh, and even Jaco Pastorius. For more information about Record Store Day Black Friday (November 29) visit RecordStoreDay.com The Record Store Day Podcast is a weekly music chat show written, produced, engineered and hosted by Paul Myers, who also composed the theme music and selected interstitial music. Executive Producers (for Record Store Day) Michael Kurtz and Carrie Colliton. For the most up-to-date news about all things RSD, visit RecordStoreDay.com) Sponsored by Dogfish Head Craft Brewery (dogfish.com), Tito's Handmade Vodka (titosvodka.com), RSDMRKT.com, and Furnace Record Pressing, the official vinyl pressing plant of Record Store Day. Please consider subscribing to our podcast wherever you get podcasts, and tell your friends, we're here every week and we love making new friends.
Pooch: Beyond the Music - Raped Ape and More: An exclusive interview with guitarist/singer Mike "Pooch" Pucciarelli, co-founder of Palm Beach heavy metal/thrash band, Raped ApeJoin Pooch as he shares his story, from growing up in Lake Worth, West Palm Beach, to his early influences in hard rock, heavy metal, punk and blues. He recounts his tenure with Florida's esteemed metal band Raped Ape (later Paingod), exploring South Florida's vibrant music scene, including numerous shows in Tampa, Jacksonville and beyond. Pooch recalls recording at Tampa's iconic Morrisound Studios with legendary death metal producer/engineer Scott Burns and meeting jazz bass legend Jaco Pastorius. Beyond music, Pooch is a talented painter and tattoo artist, owning Altered State Tattoo in Boynton Beach, FL. [Recorded 10/06/24]☞ Follow Florida Sound Archive on Instagram! @floridasoundarchive ☞ Please SUBSCRIBE to the channel and give the video a thumbs up if you enjoy the contentConnect with PoochInstagram @pooch_artWebsite: https://alteredstatetattoo.com/All things Raped ApeWebsite: https://slammie.com/rapedape/framespage.html...Related Episodes:The untold story of 1980s Florida band THE ROIDZ (Palm Beach) with Jeano Roid - https://youtu.be/BRm2bAhRqtk
Episode Notes To Order my new album “Around the Clock” Click HERE! (Digitial, Limited CD or Limited Edition Vinyl) My guest this week is Jonah Horton. An improviser at heart from the mountains of North Carolina, Jonah Horton blends his wide array of influences such as Joni Mitchell, Sam Bush, John McLaughlin, Jaco Pastorius, and Béla Fleck to create his signature sound that is easily recognizable whether he is playing mandolin or bass. As a sideman, he has worked with John Cowan (Newgrass Revival, The Doobie Brothers), The Krüger Brothers, Joseph Henson (US Army Blues), Charles Billingsly, and Scott Vestal (Sam Bush Band). His love for performance, when paired with his passion for creating a unique fusion of folk, jazz, bluegrass, and Americana, make him an exciting artist for any music lover to enjoy. You can keep up with Jonah and order his new album via his website HERE. You can also follow him on his Instagram HERE. Songs featured in this episode: “Smoke Signal Clouds” by Jonah Horton (Let in the Light) “Don't Think Twice” by Jonah and the Kruger Bros. (Youtube) “All in Vain” by Jonah Horton (Let in the Light) “Deja Vu” by The Trailblazers (Space and Time) “EMD” by Pinecastle Records (Bluegrass 2022) “John Hardy” by Pinecastle Records (Bluegrass 2022) “Boomerang” by John Cowan (FICTION) “American Dreams” by Jonah Horton (Let in the Light) As Always a HUGE thank you to all of my sponsor's that make this podcast possible each week! Mandolin Cafe Acoustic Disc Peghead Nation promo code mandolinbeer Northfiled Mandolins Ellis Mandolins Pava Mandolins Tone Slabs Elderly Instruments String Joy Strings promo code mandolinbeer
This week's episode comes to you in the afterglow of two sold out Joni Mitchell performances at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, where molecules were rearranged, hearts were broken wide open and 17,000 fans basked in her brilliance. Though she has a bit of FOMO over missing out on being part of the Joni Jam, this week's first guest, Shawn Colvin, has plenty of Joni stories. After initially discovering Clouds as a teenager at church camp, Shawn found herself many years later recording her 2nd album at Joni's house with Joni's then-husband Larry Klein, and Episode 7 guests Béla Fleck and Bruce Hornsby. Shawn says that she learned everything she could from Clouds, including a percussive approach to guitar, and it set her on a path to a solo approach to performing and writing songs which would not have happened without Joni Mitchell. She tells host/producer Carmel Holt about her “big brother” relationship with Bruce Hornsby and how he helped her overcome the heartbreak of a terrible New York Times live show review by sharing a folder of his own scathing media clips, one of which called him a “gherkin” (UK speak for pickle). MUNA guitarist, multi-instrumentalist and writer Naomi McPherson grew up in a family of jazz musicians. Like several of our guests, their gateway to Joni Mitchell was Blue and then the fretless bass of Jaco Pastorius on Hejira locked them in. From there, they went hardcore into 70s and onward Joni while listening to cassette tapes of Turbulent Indigo, Night Ride Home and Miles of Aisles in their 1998 Honda Accord. Naomi says that they are still learning from Joni's music and that because of her, they play exclusively in open tunings. They talk about how Joni's music spans genres and how much sonic exploration there is to mine in her catalog - from folk to the jazz era to 80s pop influences. Naomi thanks Joni for her fearlessness and considers her to be the greatest songwriter of all time.
En esta edición de nuestro podcast presentamos 'My Kind Of Blue', el nuevo trabajo discográfico del guitarrista Christophe Goze. Repasamos otros álbumes publicados en el entorno del Smooth Jazz por artistas como Boney James, BPM, Gabriel Mark Hasselbach, Tom Schuman y Eric Benét. En el bloque del recuerdo recuperamos un álbum titulado 'Who Loves You', publicado en Japón en 1998 y que era un homenaje al fallecido bajista Jaco Pastorius, grabado por algunos de los mejores instrumentistas del Jazz Contemporáneo.
Our guest is Doug Wimbish, one of the most renowned bass players of all time, known for his work with a wide range of artists, including Living Colour, Tackhead, Sugarhill Gang, Mick Jagger, Annie Lennox, and many more. He is also the founder of WimBash, a series of community-based charity events supporting music education. In this episode, John and Stewart talk with Doug about his extraordinary journey through the music industry. They discuss topics such as his start at All Platinum Records, the birth of Sugar Hill Records, recording "Rapper's Delight", his life-changing encounter with Jaco Pastorius, and his experiences touring with music icons. Doug also shares his thoughts on mentoring young musicians, the evolution of bass playing, and the importance of giving back to the music community.
durée : 01:03:35 - Club Jazzafip - Aujourd'hui ce sont les animaux qui inspirent notre partition. Familiers, fidèles ou à l'état sauvage, avec Henry Mancini, Jobim, Susheela Raman, Jaco Pastorius ou encore Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Peruvian drummer and percussionist talks about his collaborations with Don Alias, Louie Bellson and Jaco Pastorius.
SPECIAL SUMMER EPISODE: A Conversation w/ Ann Powers, author of Traveling: On the Path of Joni MitchellFor Part Two of our celebration of Joni Mitchell, the great ANN POWERS, esteemed rock writer and NPR music critic, joins Mark for a conversation about her brilliant new book Traveling: On the Path of Joni Mitchell. Topics include: the question of critical enthusiasm, Ann Beattie, Don DeLillo & Don Henley, Joni's plug into the pulse of the culture, Joan Didion and Play It As It Lays, Roberta Flack, Miles Davis, Art Nouveau and Don Juan's Reckless Daughter, Joni's evolving obsession with rhythm (and percussionists), Los Lobos, Chaka Khan, Prince's song for Joni, the Jazz Fusion scene of the mid-1970s, Jaco Pastorius, Brandi Carlisle and the Joni Jams, Taylor Swift and a celebration of the studio nerd, the underrated Larry Klein, Joni's relationship with the press, Joni's live performances, Michelle Mercer, and what moment in music Ann would travel in a time machine. Plus, a passionate reappraisal of Joni's four 1980s albums on Geffen Records and the value of meeting (and not!) your musical heroes. Special thank you to Dey Street Books and Mr. Brian Ulicky for his assistance with this conversation.Order Ann's book at your local independent bookstore here!
My guest in this episode is Nicki Cockburn. Nicki now lives in Cardiff but was born in 1978 in Zimbabwe. At 5 months old, after her Mum insisted on a second opinion, she was diagnosed as being blind. For sighted people like me that would feel like a massive burden and challenge but in talking about it Nicki says “I'm really happy with it, you have to adapt' and “it's been a problem for a lot of people, but never for me”. Nicki doesn't shy away from discussing some of the challenges and prejudice she has faced but her indomitable spirit shines through our whole conversation and I found it deeply inspirational, and I trust you will too. The other thing that shines through is Nicki's deep love of music which has been a positive force in her life for so long. She references over 50 artists in our chat and it's not everyone that can go from ‘The Chicken Song' through Jaco Pastorius to Rage Against the Machine! Nicki isn't just a listener she is also a musician. Her musical journey has gone through Piano, Flute and Guitar before she arrived in early 40's at the Bass Guitar, which describes as ‘her instrument' and one of her song choices specifically reflect that. Her song choices are : 70's Your My Best Friend Don Williams80's Rio Duran Duran90's The Car Song Elastica00's Bass Tribute Victor Wooten10's Trust In You Lauren Dagle20's Too Good For Giving Up Liam Gallagher Enjoy :-)If you would like to be on the show then please contact me at musictalkspod@outlook.com Please follow and like Music Talks on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/musictalkspod . You can also find me on Twitter @musictalkspod .
durée : 01:03:35 - Club Jazzafip - Aujourd'hui ce sont les animaux qui inspirent notre partition. Familiers, fidèles ou à l'état sauvage, avec Henry Mancini, Jobim, Susheela Raman, Jaco Pastorius ou encore Red Hot Chili Peppers.
In today's video, we asked Michael League to dig into his earliest influences and name the bass lines that helped define his career with four-time Grammy Award Winners Snarky Puppy. There were a few things we agreed on:Bootsy Collins belongs on every top 10 list.Your drummer is your best friend.David Hood is a bass guitar genius.Everything else was up for debate. Well, almost everything…In this episode:Michael names his favorite bass line of all time.And the British rock band he idolized as a teen.We talk through his Jaco Pastorius phase.Bootsy Collins - just check out his swagger on Do That Stuff!And much, much more!
On this very special crossover episode Nate sticks around while Troy settles in and the group discusses parenting, EQ, Jaco Pastorius, the “Sickest Riff” Grammy nomination, touring Europe and the UK, digital amps and mixers, house parties, VHS and the Roland Space Echo. It's one crazy episode with two amazing artists!
Hein van de Geyn is jazz double bassist, composer, teacher and band leader from the Netherlands. His groundbreaking Comprehensive Bass Method has influenced a generation of bassists and is widely regarded as one of the leading pedagogical works for jazz double bass. We talk about Hein's remarkable career, his time in San Francisco, writing his bass method, what life in South Africa has been like these last several years, and much more. Enjoy! Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically! Connect with us: all things double bass double bass merch double bass sheet music theme music by Eric Hochberg Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction and Guest Background 01:28 Getting to Know Hein van de Gein 01:50 Reminiscing About San Francisco's Jazz Scene 03:17 Exploring the Jazz Scene in South Africa 04:35 The Importance of Practice and Mastery 10:17 The Role of a Music Teacher 14:10 The Art of Improvisation and Composition 18:12 The Value of Consistent Practice 22:33 The Journey of Learning and Teaching Music 26:58 Closing Thoughts and Reflections 28:50 Discovering Pablo Records and Dreaming of Playing 29:09 Memories of Performing with Joe Pass 30:07 The Art of Musical Language and Influence of Charlie Hayden 31:14 The Impact of Michael Brecker and the Role of Charlie Hayden 32:03 Reflections on Early Musical Influences and Evolution 32:56 The Shift in Bass Playing and Amplification Over the Years 33:33 The Unexpected Impact of Jaco Pastorius 34:57 The Evolution of Bass Amplification and Sound 36:56 Memories of Playing with Jazz Legends 39:00 The Importance of Technique and Style in Bass Playing 42:10 The Transition from Jazz Musician to South African Entrepreneur 47:32 The Enduring Passion for Music and Jazz 52:31 Lessons Learned from Playing with Jazz Greats 53:55 Closing Thoughts on the Global Jazz Community
Ra Kalam Bob Moses spent his youth growing up in New York City and living in the same building as Art Blakey, Max Roach, Abbey Lincoln, Elvin Jones, Rahsaan Roland Kirk. This early experience had a profound effect on this young musician. Ra Kalam would go on to work with jazz luminaries such as Gary Burton, Pat Metheny, Steve Swallow, Jack DeJohnette, Tisziji Muñoz and many others. He was also a member of the group The Free Spirits in the 1960's, considered one of the first Jazz rock bands ever. Many were introduced to Ra Kalam's drumming by way of Pat Metheny‘s very first solo record Bright Size Life in 1976 with Jaco Pastorius on bass. Ra Kalam is also a composer and leader on many recorded projects, going back decades. In this episode, Ra Kalam talks about: His thoughts on the documentary being made about him Growing up in the same building as Art Blakey, Max Roach, Abbey Lincoln, Elvin Jones, Rahsaan Roland Kirk in New York Getting beyond your tendencies and patterns His relationship with teacher and musical collaborator, Tisziji Muñoz The origin of his name “Ra Kalam” Reconciling his own legacy Upcoming recordings
The week of December 13, 2023 on The Metallica Report… Rob Trujillo brings us behind the scenes of “Are Bass Players Human Too?”, the new docuseries from Rush's Geddy Lee. As the focus of one of four episodes, Rob spent two full days with Geddy, showing him around his Southern California world through surfing, biking, and skating. He also gave Geddy a spin on Jaco Pastorius' famed “Bass of Doom” while the two shared stories of huge admiration and respect for the legendary bassist. Steffan and Renée catch up with Christian Carichner, Director of the Cyclone Marching Band at Iowa State University. Christian is brimming with enthusiasm as he details what it takes for a marching band to interpret Metallica's music and how excited he is to open up a whole new audience to the artistry and intricacies of the band's songs. Congratulations to Christian and the Cyclones, as they are one of the finalists in the “For Whom The Band Tolls” contest; winners will be announced the first week of the year. The Metallica Report - your official, weekly guide for all things Metallica, straight from the source. New episode every Wednesday. “Geddy Lee Asks: Are Bass Players Human Too?” on Paramount+: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pEjZYjdK6k Iowa State Cyclones marching band: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BymkyX7A2o&t=3s Metallica marching band competition: https://www.metallicamarchingband.com Enter to win merch pack: https://pantheonpodcasts.com/metallica Wanna be featured on a future episode? Submit your questions or comments: https://metallica.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The week of December 13, 2023 on The Metallica Report… Rob Trujillo brings us behind the scenes of “Are Bass Players Human Too?”, the new docuseries from Rush's Geddy Lee. As the focus of one of four episodes, Rob spent two full days with Geddy, showing him around his Southern California world through surfing, biking, and skating. He also gave Geddy a spin on Jaco Pastorius' famed “Bass of Doom” while the two shared stories of huge admiration and respect for the legendary bassist. Steffan and Renée catch up with Christian Carichner, Director of the Cyclone Marching Band at Iowa State University. Christian is brimming with enthusiasm as he details what it takes for a marching band to interpret Metallica's music and how excited he is to open up a whole new audience to the artistry and intricacies of the band's songs. Congratulations to Christian and the Cyclones, as they are one of the finalists in the “For Whom The Band Tolls” contest; winners will be announced the first week of the year. The Metallica Report - your official, weekly guide for all things Metallica, straight from the source. New episode every Wednesday. “Geddy Lee Asks: Are Bass Players Human Too?” on Paramount+: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pEjZYjdK6k Iowa State Cyclones marching band: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BymkyX7A2o&t=3s Metallica marching band competition: https://www.metallicamarchingband.com Enter to win merch pack: https://pantheonpodcasts.com/metallica Wanna be featured on a future episode? Submit your questions or comments: https://metallica.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
En esta edición presentamos 'For All Time', nuevo álbum del compositor, multiinstrumentista y cantante Mayer Hawthorne. También repasamos recientes lanzamientos en la música Smooth Jazz protagonizados por Slim Gambill, Thom Rotella, Shakatak, Andy Snitzer y la banda Incognito. En el bloque del recuerdo recuperamos un álbum titulado 'Who Loves You', publicado en Japón en 1998 y que era un homenaje al fallecido bajista Jaco Pastorius, grabado por algunos de los mejores instrumentistas del Jazz Contemporáneo.
Artistically ambitious, a rare woman in a male dominated scene, taking the road less travelled, or even the road never travelled, and with her feet well on the ground business-wise side to ensure her artistic independence, Carla Bley played a key role in giving today's music scene the shape we know. This week we concentrate on some of her signature compositions, focusing on her Church side, her Big Band side, her catchy side, her electric side, and some of the musicians that embraced her work early on. The playlist features Conjure, Kip Hanrahan; Orrin Evans; Howard Tate; Masabumi Kikuchi, Gil Evans; Espoo Big Band; George Russell; Jimmy Giuffre, Paul Bley, Steve Swallow; Jaco Pastorius, Pat Metheny, Paul Bley, Bruce Ditmas; and John McLaughlin. Detailed playlist at https://spinitron.com/RFB/pl/18060273/Mondo-Jazz [from "The Wardrobe Master of Paradise" onwards]
Wired Telemetry is the second track from The Devine King Project, Vol. 1. It's a classic fusion instrumental, which makes it a great vehicle for anyone looking to experiment with improvising. In this episode, you'll hear Scott's own analysis of the song, including his tips and tricks for you to experiment with while playing along.Scott maps out the track Wired Telemetry.Including the Brecker Brothers-inspired melody.Where you can lean on a C minor pentatonic scale.You'll hear him pivot to a warmer bass tone.And borrow a lick from Jaco Pastorius!And much, much more!
Gary Chaffee's career spanning over 50 years has had him traveling and teaching students worldwide, as well as being the Chairman for the percussion department at the Berklee School of Music in Boston. During that time, some of his students were Vinnie Colaiuta, JR Robinson, Steve Smith, Kenwood Dennard, and many others who went on to utilize Gary's teachings in their own careers. He has also authored many books explaining and demonstrating his unique ideas, among the most popular being the Patterns series. As a performer he has played with such luminaries as Pat Metheny, Jaco Pastorius, Bill Frisell, Kermit Driscoll, Mick Goodrick, and many others, as well as a duo that he formed with fellow percussionist Steve Houghton, known as the Whirly Birds. Now retired in New England, Gary can enjoy his life celebrating his vast career and contributions. www.garychaffee.com
Steve Maxwell Sr. calls up Bobby Colomby to talk Blood, Sweat & Tears; making a documentary; Jaco Pastorius, Mark Knopfler, Jesús Molina; Rogers Wine Red Ripple, and more!
iconic bass player Jerry Jemmott is back after a few years to talk about his book Make It Happen!: The Life and Times of "The Groovemaster," live at 6pm PST.Jerry Jemmott is a two-time Grammy Award winning bassist and was a key architect of the Atlantic Records and Muscle Shoals sound of the 1960s & 1970s. Jerry's body of work provided the soundtrack to the Civil Rights Era. He played on Nina Simone Sings the Blues, Gil Scott Heron's “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised,” Aretha Franklin's “Think,” B.B. King's “The Thrill is Gone,” Wilson Pickett's “Hey Jude,” Jerry Jeff Walker's “Mr. Bojangles,” and albums by the Rascals, Freddie King, Freddie Hubbard, and many more. He was also the interviewer in Modern Electric Bass video with Jaco Pastorius and more recently had a starring role in the feature documentary Jaco , along with live televised performances with Gregg Allman and with Aretha Franklin on Late Night with David Letterman .
Part 5 of the rock legend series focuses on jazz bassist Jaco Pastorius. We talk about his childhood, his musical journey, his tragic death, and his influence on modern rock bassist's and beyond. Contact us at: https://instagram.com/musically_meditated?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ== (https://instagram.com/musically_meditated?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ==)
Phil and David welcome their friend Bobby Colomby, the original drummer of Blood, Sweat & Tears and director, writer & producer John Scheinfeld to "Lunch" to discuss "What the Hell Happened to Blood, Sweat & Tears?" a fascinating new political thriller/ music documentary in which David appears alongside the band members and Clive Davis. And because sometimes two great drummers are more fun than just one, Phil & David also invited another friend of theirs to the table -- the legendary drummer Rick Marotta who also wrote the music for "Everybody Loves Raymond" for Phil. Expect a fun, freewheeling and rather jazzy conversation about the acclaimed documentary -- along with drummer jokes, dad jokes & great stories about everyone from The Jacksons to Jaco Pastorius. Take a look here for more info on the film! You can also find tickets and showtimes at https://www.bstdoc.com/watch. To learn more about building community through food and "Somebody Feed the People," visit the Philanthropy page at philrosenthalworld.com.
For our 400th episode, we mix things: You're invited to take a roadtrip with acclaimed luthier Isaac Jang and Fred Walecki of Westwood Music fame. Fred regales us with stories about working with Joni Mitchell, who he affectionately calls "Beethoven in drag." We hear about how he connected Joni with guitarmaker Ken Parker, how the Roland VG-8 allowed her to access her dozens of personalized tunings onstage, some Jaco Pastorius tales, and so much more. Read our profile on Fred from the Fretboard Journal's ninth edition (now long out-of-print): https://www.fretboardjournal.com/features/community-center-fred-waleckis-fabled-westwood-music-is-part-instrument-shop-part-social-club/ https://www.facebook.com/malibumusicshop/ https://www.isaacjangguitars.com/ Register for our 2023 Chicago Fretboard Summit (August 24-26, 2023) here: https://fretboardsummit.org/ The Fretboard Summit is a one-of-a-kind festival where you can connect with some of your favorite musicians, brands, and luthiers, including many you've read about in the pages of our magazine or heard on this podcast. Tickets are limited and going fast. Our podcast is sponsored by Retrofret Vintage Guitars; Deering Banjos; Peghead Nation (use the promo code FRETBOARD and get your first month free or $20 off any annual subscription); Izotope (use the coupon code FRET10 to save 10% off their plug-ins); and Stringjoy Strings.