Podcasts about kid andersen

Mark Hummel's Harmonica Party

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 48:44

In this episode Lara Price and I discuss the hosting jams, why jams make you a better musician and why they help you get gigs. We also talk about how acoustic performances are great for otherwise electric only bands and artists, how music education helped her develop a common language among musicians, and what it means to work with the right label. Lara also shares networking advice for the shy musicians among us and a few great marketing tips and reminders. This is the third installment of my new Rewind episodes, in which I revisit past conversations for a deeper dive into the tips, hacks and insights they offered. I hope you're enjoying them, because they've proven to be a lot of work. But they've been very fun too. I'll likely rotate some new interviews back into the show very soon. I'm starting to miss them. :) Lara and I met around 2001 at a blues jam she was running at JJ's Blues (now known as JJ's Lounge) in San Jose, California. She says there was a lot of learning going on at that moment in time. Lara was using the jam to get her own band ready to do shows and she wholeheartedly believes jam sessions make us better musicians. This is such a Timely topic for me, having recently moved to a new city in a new country and finding myself starting over. Lara made some very helpful points about jams and networking. She also offers advice for running a jam and for attending jams, adding that running one can be difficult if you're not organized. I was reminded that setting jammers up to win, while entertaining the regulars is super important. Lara points out that jams can be extremely helpful in getting gigs. When you're around your own tribe, as you are at a jam, you can share your challenges, seek advice and get support. "It's really all about the networking," says Lara. Most of the musicians Lara works with to this day are lifelong friends she met at jams. I asked Lara about her then new album I Mean Business, a project that began in peril, but ultimately delivered big wins and a memorable experience. Lara took advantage of what looked like a bad situation and sought out a producer in Kid Andersen of Greaseland Studio. Guess where they met? At a jam. Kid was the first producer she'd ever had and things couldn't have gone better. I also asked Lara why she thought that some musicians don't venture into the world of acoustic performance. We continue with Lara's reflection on her music education, her thoughts on working with labels, embracing accolades and the networking opportunities that come with them. Our discussion concludes with Lara's tips on marketing and this memorable quote. "Don't let people say that you can't do something... I mean, I'm a Vietnamese person singing blues." –Lara Price. Support the Unstarving Musician The Unstarving Musician exists solely through the generosity of its listeners, readers, and viewers. Learn how you can offer your support. Visit UnstarvingMusician.com for links related to this episode. This episode is powered by Podcast Startup, the learning platform for creators with a voice. Podcast Startup covers tech, production, editing, marketing and more. I know what it feels like to be slowed down by challenges revolving around fear, procrastination and tech, yet I've recorded and published over 260 podcast episodes. To learn more about Podcast Startup and to get free podcasting startup tips right to your inbox, go to UnstarvingMusician.com/PodcastStartup. This episode was powered by Music Marketing Method, a program for independent musicians looking to grow their music career. Music Marketing Method was created by my good friend Lynz Crichton. I'm in the program and I'm learning tons! I'm growing my fan base and learning about many ways that I'll be earning money in the new year. It's also helping me grow this podcast. How cool is that? To lean more and find out if Music Marketing Method can help your music career, visit UnstarvingMusician.com/MusicMarketing. Mentioned in this Episode Humble Beginnings and Mean Business in Austin–Lara Price (Ep 4) Today's Indie Musician—Lara Price (Ep 166) Starting Over in Austin–Lara Price (Ep 47) On Top of The World–Lara Price Interviews Robonzo About Debut Single (Ep 188) Kid Andersen on Greaseland Studios, Playing The Blues, Musicianship and Music Ed (Ep 3) Creating Music to Discover Who He Is – Chris Taylor Secrets of Creativity–Chris Taylor (Ep97) Eric Clapton Unplugged We Are – new track from Spigots Lovers, Thieves, Fools + Pretenders by Chris Taylor Cherry Moon – New video by Ezra Vancil Resources The Unstarving Musician's Guide to Getting Paid Gigs, by Robonzo Music Marketing Method – The program that helps musicians find fans, grow an audience and make consistent income Podcast Startup – The podcast learning platform for creative voices Bandzoogle – The all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a beautiful website for your music More Resources for musicians Pardon the Interruption (Disclosure) Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means I make a small commission, at no extra charge to you, if you purchase using those links. Thanks for your support! Visit UnstarvingMusician.com/Podcasts for related links, episode transcripts and past guests. Sign up for the Unstarving Musician email newsletter at UnstarvingMusician.com Stay in touch! @RobonzoDrummer on Twitter and Instagram @UnstarvingMusician on Facebook and YouTube

Special Guests Kid Anderson and June Core

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 56:12

Mark, Kid Andersen and June Core talk about the beginnings of Greaseland Studios, and a hilarious discussion of performing and recording with the greats of blues. including: Elvin Bishop, Charlie Musselwhite, Little Charlie, Terry Hanck, AND Mark. Please like and subscribe and consider joining us on Patreon . Mark Hummel's Website Produced by Accidental Productions Please check out our sponsors and affiliates. Seydel Harmonicas Electro Fi Records

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Interview with Netto Rockfeller

Podcasts from The Cat 107.9

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 18:52

Legs chats to the Brazilian singer, songwriter and guitarist about his career so far, his collaboration with Kid Andersen, and his plans for the future.

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The Latin American Mojo of Netto Rockfeller: No Border Blues Episode 14

No Border Blues

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 53:14

For the last 18 years, Netto Rockefeller's been working with his own band, running the Blue Crawfish record label, and touring with US and European musicians in Brasil such as Willie Buck, Tail Dragger, Lazy Lester, Johnny Nicholas, Quique Gomez, Wallace Coleman, and Steve Guyger, just to name a few. He was inspired as a teenager by Brazil's most successful blues band, Blues Estilicos. Netto describes the communal spirit of Brazil's blues scene, being mentored by Flávio Guimarães and other older Brazilian blues musicians. His ninth CD, The Latin American Mojo Style of Netto Rockfeller, was his first one to be recorded in the US (at Kid Andersen's famed studio Greaseland in San Jose CA), and features John Blues Boyd, Whitney Shay, Kid Andersen, Jim Pugh and June Core. As the title indicates, it's an upbeat CD with both Latin American and straight ahead American blues sensibilities, featuring songs sung in Portuguese and a cover of a Los Pakines hit (Peru's answer to The Shadows). Netto talked to us from his studio at Blue Crawfish records in São Carlos Do Pinhal, Brazil. Take a blues journey with No Border Blues, the only blues podcast focused on international blues artists and hidden blues scenes around the world. Delmark recording artist Johnny Burgin and producer Stephanie Tice shine a spotlight on notable international blues performers, discuss the blues scenes in their home countries, and present intimate and exclusive musical performances. Stef couldn't make this interview, sorry!-- but she will be back in the next episdoe. Sponsored by Chicago Blues Network, bringing Chicago Blues to the world. chicagobluesnetwork.com - johnnyburgin.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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#548-Meg Williams, Coyote Motel, Tomás Doncker, K. Walters, Sonny Green

TrueFire Live: Guitar Lessons + Q&As

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2021 165:00

MEG WILLIAMS – COUCH KID NEWS Meg has released Fuel For My Fire and we will talk about that all ALL the music Meg has been sharing throughout the year. COYOTE MOTEL – COUCH KID NEW MUSIC The new project from Couch Kid Ted Drozdowski, I am always excited to speak with this talented musician and share songs from Still Among The Living. TOMAS DONCKER Tomás has released Wherever You Go, an album recorded entirely during the quarantine across 8 time zones. We will speak about his journey and the album as we listen to the tunes. K. WALTERS Khalif Wailin’ Walters is out of Chicago known for his foot stompin’ funky Blues. The K. Walter Project and the album, Far Away From Chicago, brings his modern take on classic acoustic Blues. We will talk about his journey and listen to the music. SONNY GREEN Sonny has released Found! One Soul Singer, his debut full-length album. Recorded from Little Village Foundation and produced by Kid Andersen, the album is a display of modern day Soul Blues. We will talk about Sonny’s life and music and hear some tunes.

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Fireside Festival II - Online Music Festival Presented by TrueFire

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 286:10

TrueFire presents an online music festival featuring 14 of its top educators: Shane Theriot, Johnny Hiland, Vinny Raniolo, Matt Schofield, Brooks Robertson, Kid Andersen, Robben Ford, Tommy Emmanuel, David Henriksson, Stephen Mougin, Steve Jenkins, Joe Robinson, Andy McKee, and Andy Timmons. Check out https://truefire.com/live for more TrueFire Live sessions!

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Sights and Sounds: Tom Heyman's Picks

Sights & Sounds

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020 6:00

Sights and Sounds is your weekly guide the Bay Area arts scene through the eyes and ears of local artists. During the pandemic, we're offering suggestions for ways to experience art and culture from home and through social distancing. This week, host Jenee Darden speaks with Tom Heyman --a singer, songwriter and host of "The Sad Bastard Club" web series. A Trip In the Country Local singer-songwriter Chuck Prophet hosts the internet radio show "A Trip In the Country." Fans know Chuck from his days as the frontman of the rock group Green on Red. He now writes and performs a mix of alternative-country and rock. Chuck Prophet has collaborated with such greats as Solomon Burke and Alejandro Escovedo. He opened for Lucinda Williams. Chuck's show streams every Friday at 2:00 pm at gimmecountry.com . Kid Andersen's Youtube Channel San Jose music legend Kid Andersen has produced more than 100 blues and soul records at his Greaseland Studios. Fans can enjoy live recorded jam sessions and

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Дельта Миссисипи - Выпуск 207

Old Fashioned Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 66:31

Очередная порция релизов в программе «Дельта Миссисипи», и сегодня это 6 релизов, выдержанных в стилистике ретро-соул. Начнем с группы The Son of the Soul Revivers и их очередной пластинки «Songs We’ll Always Sing». Трибьют знаменитой американской госпел-группе Pilgrim Jubilees, которая существует еще с 30-х годов. Послушаем 2 композиции. Далее пластинка, которая появилась 17 августа от гитариста и вокалиста Johnny Rawls - «Where Have All the Soul Men Gone». Музыкант появился на еще в 70-е годы, играл со многими известными музыкантами, влияние которых заметно в его альбоме. Bettye LaVette и ее очередная пластинка «Blackbirds» вышла на лейбле Verve Records 28 августа. Соул и р’н’б певица выросла в Детройте, музыкальную карьеру начала в 60-е годы. Последнее время выпускает концептуальные пластинки, посвящая каждую отдельной теме. Новая работа «Blackbirds» посвящена ее афроамериканским вокалисткам. Музыкант, которого Артур Ямпольский очень любит и уважает, Dan Penn записал третий сольный альбом «Edge of Love». Работа была записана в двух студиях. Послушаем 2 трека. Открытием для многих стал соул и блюзовый певец из Алабамы Sonny Green и его дебютная пластинка «Found! One Soul Singer».Работа появилась 10 сентября на лейбле LIttle Village Foundation и спродисюрована на студии Kid Andersen. В конце эфира у нас архивная запись, а точнее компиляция от Sharon Jones и группы the Dap-Kings - «Just Dropped In to See What Condition My Rendition Was In». Этот альбом – компиляция из кавер-версий на соул-класику, поп, фолк, кантри. Послушаем 2 композиции.

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Дельта Миссисипи - Выпуск 207

BLUES. Дельта Миссисипи

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 66:31

Очередная порция релизов в программе «Дельта Миссисипи», и сегодня это 6 релизов, выдержанных в стилистике ретро-соул. Начнем с группы The Son of the Soul Revivers и их очередной пластинки «Songs We'll Always Sing». Трибьют знаменитой американской госпел-группе Pilgrim Jubilees, которая существует еще с 30-х годов. Послушаем 2 композиции. Далее пластинка, которая появилась 17 августа от гитариста и вокалиста Johnny Rawls - «Where Have All the Soul Men Gone». Музыкант появился на еще в 70-е годы, играл со многими известными музыкантами, влияние которых заметно в его альбоме. Bettye LaVette и ее очередная пластинка «Blackbirds» вышла на лейбле Verve Records 28 августа. Соул и р'н'б певица выросла в Детройте, музыкальную карьеру начала в 60-е годы. Последнее время выпускает концептуальные пластинки, посвящая каждую отдельной теме. Новая работа «Blackbirds» посвящена ее афроамериканским вокалисткам. Музыкант, которого Артур Ямпольский очень любит и уважает, Dan Penn записал третий сольный альбом «Edge of Love». Работа была записана в двух студиях. Послушаем 2 трека. Открытием для многих стал соул и блюзовый певец из Алабамы Sonny Green и его дебютная пластинка «Found! One Soul Singer».Работа появилась 10 сентября на лейбле LIttle Village Foundation и спродисюрована на студии Kid Andersen. В конце эфира у нас архивная запись, а точнее компиляция от Sharon Jones и группы the Dap-Kings - «Just Dropped In to See What Condition My Rendition Was In». Этот альбом – компиляция из кавер-версий на соул-класику, поп, фолк, кантри. Послушаем 2 композиции.

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Kid Andersen - Blues Licks Guitar Lessons, Performance, & Interview

TrueFire Live: Guitar Lessons + Q&As

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2020 69:01

Kid Andersen talks about his blues licks guitar lessons available on TrueFire, performs, and answers questions. To learn more and watch the video from this live session, please visit truefire.com/live.About Kid:Chris “Kid” Andersen was born in Telemark, Norway in 1980. A blues fan since childhood, Andersen fell in love with the music of Otis Rush, Buddy Guy, Junior Watson, and the Kings (B.B., Albert and Freddie). By the time he was 18, he was backing all the American blues stars who came through Norway, including Homesick James, Nappy Brown and Willie “Big Eyes” Smith. He moved to California at age 21, eventually earning himself a green card as an “Alien of Extraordinary Ability.”Andersen released four solo albums before joining blues harmonica legend Charlie Musselwhite’s band in 2004, a gig that lasted until he joined Rick Estrin & The Nightcats. Kid Andersen is known as the guitarist for Rick Estrin & The Nightcats with 3 BMA Nominations for Guitarist of the Year. The virtuoso also is the man behind Greaseland Studios, THE hub for authentic Blues Music in the Bay Area. Kid is bringing some of his favorite collaborators to Biscuits and Blues.

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Whiskey for Sale | BEB 391

Black-Eyed N Blues

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2019 123:00

Playlist: Johnny Hoy & The Bluefish, Little Upsetter, Tall Richard and The Nightowls, Pretty Little Girl, Tas Cru, Grizzle N’ Bone, Buddy Guy, Whiskey For Sale, Davina and The Vagabonds, Bone Collection, Diane Blue, Knock, Knock, Lizanne Knott, Lay Him Down, Jittery Jack with Amy Griffin on Guitar, Dance Adrianne Dance, Murali Coryell, I Got It Bad For You, Dave Specter, How Low Can One Man Go, Katy Hodgood Ray, Oh Devil, Breezy Rodio, A Minute Of My Kissing, Johnny Burgin, She Gave Me The Slip, The Grip Weeds, Infinite Soul, Joanna Connor, Bad Hand, Screamin’ John & TD Lind, Shame, Shame, Shame, Fred Hostetler, He’s Gone Rogue, Jaqui Brown, Lovin’ You, Sonia Leigh, No Half Steppin’, Joe Kopicki, JuJu, Brad Vickers And His Vestapolitans, Love Can Win, Teresa James & The Rhythm Tramps, She’s Got A Way With Men, Biscuit Miller & The Mix, 609, Brad Heller, Bound For Nothing, The B. Christopher Band, I’m Drunk, Violates Violets, Flesh Of Flesh, Jeff Pitchell, It Come To Me Naturally, Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez, Highway 61, Chris “Bad News” Barnes, Keep Your Mind On It, Matty T. Wall, Quicksand, Rick Estrin & The Nightcats, Cupcakin’, Mike Zito feat. Kid Andersen, My Ding A Ling, The Bruce Katz Band, Beef Jerky, Mojomatics, Soy Baby Many Thanks To: We here at the Black-Eyed & Blues Show would like to thank all the PR and radio people that get us music including Frank Roszak, Rick Lusher ,Doug Deutsch Publicity Services,American Showplace Music, Alive Natural Sounds, Ruf Records, Vizztone Records,Blind Pig Records,Delta Groove Records, Electro-Groove Records,Betsie Brown, Blind Raccoon Records, BratGirl Media, Mark Pucci Media, Mark Platt @RadioCandy.com and all of the Blues Societies both in the U.S. and abroad. All of you help make this show as good as it is weekly. We are proud to play your artists.Thank you all very much! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id502316055

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Aki Kumar Signs with Sony India (Ep 118)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2019 24:36

Only a few episodes ago I was joined by Bollywood Blues artist, Aki Kumar. Aki had some exciting news at the time that was under wraps, so I wanted to have him back to announce his signing with Sony Music India and the release of his single Dilruba. Episode Highlights We start by discussing the Sony Music India launch of his music video, and go on to discuss: How this opportunity has opened him up to a new yet familiar market The unusual nature of a Hindi artist in a Blues world How his relationship with Little Village Foundation has supported his career The reaction of his band members The universal language of blues and how that can increase your paid work Mentioned in this Episode Aki Kumar Website Dilruba Music Video Sony Music India YouTube Channel Related Episodes Why Musicians Shouldn't Have a Cell Phone on Stage - Johnny Burgin (Ep 31) Kid Andersen on TrueFire TV and His Forthcoming Album (Ep 110) Mark Warner on The NightHawks, Performing, Recording & Rock & Roll (Ep 30) Bollywood Blues Man Aki Kumar on Gratitude, Humility and Band Dynamics (Ep 113) Pledge your support for Unstarving Musician on Patreon The Unstarving Musician is committed to sharing the best tips and information of other music professionals to help musicians do more of what they love – make music. Our weekly podcasts features in depth discussions with musicians and music space professionals discussing music creation, marketing, and business tips. All this is made possible by the contributions of individuals like you in our shared community who love making music. Patreon is a bit like Kickstarter, but instead of culminating in one large project, it's a way of crowdfunding ongoing creative endeavors. Patreon also serves as a community site where supporters can communicate and discuss new creations. Visit the Unstarving Musician Crowd Sponsor Page for more on supporting MUSICIAN RESOURCES The Unstarving Musician's Guide to Getting Paid Gigs, by Robonzo BandZoogle – The all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a beautiful website for your music The Musician's Profit Path: The 5-Stage Blueprint To Create Massive Growth In Your Fan Base and Sustainable Income For Your Music Career, by Bree Noble No Booker, No Bouncer, No Bartender: How I Made $25K On A 2-Month House Concert Tour, by Shannon Curtis Visit my Resources page for more musician resources. This episode is brought to you by Bandzoogle. From garage bands to Grammy winners, Bandzoogle powers the websites for thousands of musicians around the world. Plans start at just $8.29/month, which includes hosting and your own free custom domain name. Go to Bandzoogle.com to start your 30 day free trial. Use promo code “robonzo” to get 15% off the first year of any subscription. *Full Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase products using these links, I'll earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!

Aki Kumar Signs with Sony India (Ep 118)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2019 24:36

Only a few episodes ago I was joined by Bollywood Blues artist, Aki Kumar. Aki had some exciting news at the time that was under wraps, so I wanted to have him back to announce his signing with Sony Music India and the release of his single Dilruba. Episode Highlights We start by discussing the Sony Music India launch of his music video, and go on to discuss: How this opportunity has opened him up to a new yet familiar market The unusual nature of a Hindi artist in a Blues world How his relationship with Little Village Foundation has supported his career The reaction of his band members The universal language of blues and how that can increase your paid work Mentioned in this Episode Aki Kumar Website Dilruba Music Video Sony Music India YouTube Channel Related Episodes Why Musicians Shouldn't Have a Cell Phone on Stage - Johnny Burgin (Ep 31) Kid Andersen on TrueFire TV and His Forthcoming Album (Ep 110) Mark Warner on The NightHawks, Performing, Recording & Rock & Roll (Ep 30) Bollywood Blues Man Aki Kumar on Gratitude, Humility and Band Dynamics (Ep 113) Pledge your support for Unstarving Musician on Patreon The Unstarving Musician is committed to sharing the best tips and information of other music professionals to help musicians do more of what they love – make music. Our weekly podcasts features in depth discussions with musicians and music space professionals discussing music creation, marketing, and business tips. All this is made possible by the contributions of individuals like you in our shared community who love making music. Patreon is a bit like Kickstarter, but instead of culminating in one large project, it's a way of crowdfunding ongoing creative endeavors. Patreon also serves as a community site where supporters can communicate and discuss new creations. Visit the Unstarving Musician Crowd Sponsor Page for more on supporting MUSICIAN RESOURCES The Unstarving Musician's Guide to Getting Paid Gigs, by Robonzo BandZoogle – The all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a beautiful website for your music The Musician's Profit Path: The 5-Stage Blueprint To Create Massive Growth In Your Fan Base and Sustainable Income For Your Music Career, by Bree Noble No Booker, No Bouncer, No Bartender: How I Made $25K On A 2-Month House Concert Tour, by Shannon Curtis Visit my Resources page for more musician resources. This episode is brought to you by Bandzoogle. From garage bands to Grammy winners, Bandzoogle powers the websites for thousands of musicians around the world. Plans start at just $8.29/month, which includes hosting and your own free custom domain name. Go to Bandzoogle.com to start your 30 day free trial. Use promo code “robonzo” to get 15% off the first year of any subscription. *Full Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase products using these links, I'll earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!

Kofy Brown on Being In-Demand and Creating a Joyful Music Career (Ep 115)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2019 51:23

My guest for this episode is multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Kofy Brown. We navigate the balancing act of her many projects, how she's managed to stay in high demand, and what she'd say to younger players about creating an in demand and joyful music career. Episode Highlights We start the episode by talking about her new album with Skip the Needle and how she got involved with The Little Village Foundation. We go on to talk about: How drums were new to her at the start of Skip the Needle Non-profit record labels and what that actually means The value of formal music theory Why it's important not to limit yourself Areas in her career where she's experiencing growth Her advice for young artists Key Points Make your experience creative and fun above all else. Treat everyone the same. Be respectful, nice and courteous. Slow it down. Believe that you'll get where you want to go. Be kind to yourself. Quotable “Sometimes in your life it's just struggle, struggle, struggle, work, work, work. At this particular moment I feel the ying and the yang. I'm rolling in the joy of it.” —Kofy Brown, Singer, Songwriter, Multi Instrumentalist “For music, I could hear melody. I could listen to something and play it. It was good that I could do that, but it was bad because I didn't have the discipline to learn music theory.” —Kofy Brown, Singer, Songwriter, Multi Instrumentalist “This is the only life I'm going to have, so I want to fill it up to the brim.” —Kofy Brown, Singer, Songwriter, Multi Instrumentalist “Trust in yourself. Be easy with yourself. In my twenties I pushed myself so hard. That can get you somewhere, but slow it down, have a little bit more patience, and trust that you will get it.” —Kofy Brown, Singer, Songwriter, Multi Instrumentalist Mentioned in this Episode Kofy Brown Skip the Needle and their August 17th event Little Village Foundation Unstarving Musician on Patreon The Unstarving Musician's Guide to Getting Paid Gigs Marcelle Davies-Lashley Related Episodes Ep 110 – Kid Andersen on TrueFire TV and His Forthcoming Album Pledge your support for Unstarving Musician on Patreon The Unstarving Musician is committed to sharing the best tips and information of other music professionals to help musicians do more of what they love – make music. Our weekly podcasts features in depth discussions with musicians and music space professionals discussing music creation, marketing, and business tips. All this is made possible by the contributions of individuals like you in our shared community who love making music. MUSICIAN RESOURCES The Unstarving Musician's Guide to Getting Paid Gigs, by Robonzo BandZoogle – The all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a beautiful website for your music The Musician's Profit Path: The 5-Stage Blueprint To Create Massive Growth In Your Fan Base and Sustainable Income For Your Music Career, by Bree Noble No Booker, No Bouncer, No Bartender: How I Made $25K On A 2-Month House Concert Tour, by Shannon Curtis Visit my Resources page for more musician resources. This episode is brought to you by Bandzoogle From garage bands to Grammy winners, Bandzoogle powers the websites for thousands of musicians around the world. Plans start at just $8.29/month, which includes hosting and your own free custom domain name. Go to Bandzoogle.com to start your 30 day free trial. Use promo code “robonzo” to get 15% off the first year of any subscription. *Full Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase products using these links, I'll earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!

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Kofy Brown on Being In-Demand and Creating a Joyful Music Career (Ep 115)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2019 51:23

My guest for this episode is multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Kofy Brown. We navigate the balancing act of her many projects, how she's managed to stay in high demand, and what she'd say to younger players about creating an in demand and joyful music career. Episode Highlights We start the episode by talking about her new album with Skip the Needle and how she got involved with The Little Village Foundation. We go on to talk about: How drums were new to her at the start of Skip the Needle Non-profit record labels and what that actually means The value of formal music theory Why it's important not to limit yourself Areas in her career where she's experiencing growth Her advice for young artists Key Points Make your experience creative and fun above all else. Treat everyone the same. Be respectful, nice and courteous. Slow it down. Believe that you'll get where you want to go. Be kind to yourself. Quotable “Sometimes in your life it's just struggle, struggle, struggle, work, work, work. At this particular moment I feel the ying and the yang. I'm rolling in the joy of it.” —Kofy Brown, Singer, Songwriter, Multi Instrumentalist “For music, I could hear melody. I could listen to something and play it. It was good that I could do that, but it was bad because I didn't have the discipline to learn music theory.” —Kofy Brown, Singer, Songwriter, Multi Instrumentalist “This is the only life I'm going to have, so I want to fill it up to the brim.” —Kofy Brown, Singer, Songwriter, Multi Instrumentalist “Trust in yourself. Be easy with yourself. In my twenties I pushed myself so hard. That can get you somewhere, but slow it down, have a little bit more patience, and trust that you will get it.” —Kofy Brown, Singer, Songwriter, Multi Instrumentalist Mentioned in this Episode Kofy Brown Skip the Needle and their August 17th event Little Village Foundation Unstarving Musician on Patreon The Unstarving Musician's Guide to Getting Paid Gigs Marcelle Davies-Lashley Related Episodes Ep 110 – Kid Andersen on TrueFire TV and His Forthcoming Album Pledge your support for Unstarving Musician on Patreon The Unstarving Musician is committed to sharing the best tips and information of other music professionals to help musicians do more of what they love – make music. Our weekly podcasts features in depth discussions with musicians and music space professionals discussing music creation, marketing, and business tips. All this is made possible by the contributions of individuals like you in our shared community who love making music. MUSICIAN RESOURCES The Unstarving Musician's Guide to Getting Paid Gigs, by Robonzo BandZoogle – The all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a beautiful website for your music The Musician's Profit Path: The 5-Stage Blueprint To Create Massive Growth In Your Fan Base and Sustainable Income For Your Music Career, by Bree Noble No Booker, No Bouncer, No Bartender: How I Made $25K On A 2-Month House Concert Tour, by Shannon Curtis Visit my Resources page for more musician resources. This episode is brought to you by Bandzoogle From garage bands to Grammy winners, Bandzoogle powers the websites for thousands of musicians around the world. Plans start at just $8.29/month, which includes hosting and your own free custom domain name. Go to Bandzoogle.com to start your 30 day free trial. Use promo code “robonzo” to get 15% off the first year of any subscription. *Full Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase products using these links, I'll earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!

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Kid Andersen On TrueFire TV and His Forthcoming Album (Ep 110)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2019 61:39

Kid Andersen has so much going on these days including having landed among the ranks of master class presenters for TrueFire TV, the release of new recordings for the Little Village Foundation, and a new album that's in the works. Episode Highlights The episode begins with Kid's recent work for TrueFire TV, and continues with: How he helps singers advance their skills (and improves his own skills in the process) Life as a producer and the current projects happening at Greaseland Studio Having confidence in your own skills The importance of pressure to creating his own albums Creating a metal album with Skip The Needle Being intentional with creating your sound Kid's thoughts on record labels 3 Key Points Albums involve so many people – surround yourself with the right ones. Success is defined on your own terms. Know the result you want to do before you do anything. Tweetable Quotes “It's still daunting and intimidating to present your own creations and put it out there for everyone.” –Kid Andersen, Greaseland Studio “When I listen back to something that we did that makes me excited, that transports me. That takes me to a better place. That's success to me.” –Kid Andersen, Greaseland Studio “You've got to take the same approach to singing as you take to playing an instrument.” –Kid Andersen, Greaseland Studio Visit UnstarvingMusician.com for additional content related to this episode.

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Kid Andersen On TrueFire TV and His Forthcoming Album (Ep 110)

TrueFire Live: Guitar Lessons + Q&As

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2019 61:39

Kid Andersen has so much going on these days including having landed among the ranks of master class presenters for TrueFire TV, the release of new recordings for the Little Village Foundation, and a new album that's in the works. Episode Highlights The episode begins with Kid's recent work for TrueFire TV, and continues with: How he helps singers advance their skills (and improves his own skills in the process) Life as a producer and the current projects happening at Greaseland Studio Having confidence in your own skills The importance of pressure to creating his own albums Creating a metal album with Skip The Needle Being intentional with creating your sound Kid's thoughts on record labels 3 Key Points Albums involve so many people – surround yourself with the right ones. Success is defined on your own terms. Know the result you want to do before you do anything. Tweetable Quotes “It's still daunting and intimidating to present your own creations and put it out there for everyone.” –Kid Andersen, Greaseland Studio “When I listen back to something that we did that makes me excited, that transports me. That takes me to a better place. That's success to me.” –Kid Andersen, Greaseland Studio “You've got to take the same approach to singing as you take to playing an instrument.” –Kid Andersen, Greaseland Studio Visit UnstarvingMusician.com for additional content related to this episode.

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Kid Andersen - Blues Refinery Guitar Lessons, Q&A, and Performances

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2019 73:12

Kid Andersen discusses his Blues Refinery guitar lessons available on TrueFire, performs, and answers questions. To learn more and watch the video from this live session, please visit truefire.com/live.About Kid Andersen: Chris “Kid” Andersen was born in Telemark, Norway in 1980. A blues fan since childhood, Andersen fell in love with the music of Otis Rush, Buddy Guy, Junior Watson, and the Kings (B.B., Albert and Freddie). By the time he was 18, he was backing all the American blues stars who came through Norway, including Homesick James, Nappy Brown and Willie “Big Eyes” Smith. He moved to California at age 21, eventually earning himself a green card as an “Alien of Extraordinary Ability.”Andersen released four solo albums before joining blues harmonica legend Charlie Musselwhite’s band in 2004, a gig that lasted until he joined Rick Estrin & The Nightcats. Kid Andersen is known as the guitarist for Rick Estrin & The Nightcats with 3 BMA Nominations for Guitarist of the Year. The virtuoso also is the man behind Greaseland Studios, THE hub for authentic Blues Music in the Bay Area. Kid is bringing some of his favorite collaborators to Biscuits and Blues.

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The BluzNdaBlood Show #287, A "Little" Bit of Blues!

The BluzNdaBlood Blues Radio Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2018 57:56

Intro Song, Clarence “The Blues Man” Turner, “Just A Little Bit”, Talkin' About My Baby First Set Bobby Rush with Blind Dog Smokin', “Skinny Little Woman”, Decisions Little Charlie and The Nightcats, “Dirty Dealin' Mama”, Shadow of the Blues Little Boys Blue, “She Put Me Down”, Bad Love Second Set C.J. Chenier & the red hot Louisiana Band , “Everybody Needs A Little Monkey”, Step It Up! Little G. Weevil, “See Me In The Country”, Something Poppin' Anni Piper, “Little Red Head”, Texas Hold ‘Em Third Set Lil' Ed & The Blues Emperials, “Computer Girl”, Heads Up! Lil' Cliff & the Cliffhangers, “Down In Louisiana”, The Lovin' Kind Li'l Ronnie and the Grand Dukes, “Leavin' Here Tonight”, Young & Evil Fourth Set Pinetop Perkins & Jimmy Rogers with Little Mike and the Tornadoes, “Pine & Jimmy's Jump”, Genuine Blues Legends Little Mike, “Tryna' Find My Baby”, How Long? Various Artists, “Little Red Rooster”, Howlin' At Greaseland, Henry Gray-piano & Vocals, Kid Andersen-guitar Special thanks and big hugs to Janiva Magness. She was in town and put me on her guest list. She said hello to me during the show and then made some very kind comments at the end of her show and mentioned the show by name! What a sweetie! Thanks to Michael Allen Engstrom at the Crossroads Blues Gallery

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The BluzNdaBlood Show #286, Back to the Business of the Blues!

The BluzNdaBlood Blues Radio Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2018 56:48

Intro Song,  David “Kid” Ramos, “Kid's Jump”, Old School, Rip Cat Records   First Set   Blues Planet II, “Down On The Water”, Blues Planet II Mick Kolassa and Friends, “600 Pounds of Heavenly Love”, Double Standards, with Sugaray Rayford Miscellaneous Artists, “Meet Me In The Bottom”, Howlin' At Greaseland, Alabama Mike vocals, Rick Estrin harp, Kid Andersen on guitar Second Set  Peter Karp, “Rollin' on a Log”, Blue Flame  Victor Wainwright and The Train, “Boogie Depression”, Self-titled Johnny Tucker, “Seven Day Blues”, Seven Day Blues   Third Set  Little G. Weevil, “Pusherman”, Something Poppin'  The Eric Hughes Band, “Midtown Blues”, Meet Me In Memphis Bernard Allison, “Blues Party”, Let It Go   Fourth Set  Eddie Shaw & The 757 All-Stars, “Bag Full Of Blues”, Still Riding High  Larry “Mud” Morganfield, “They Call Me Mud”, They Call Me Mud  Albert Castiglia, “Delilah”, Up All Night   Thanks to Michael Allen Engstrom at the Crossroads Blues Gallery

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Finding Happiness in the Blues and Howlin' at Greaseland – Stephanie Tice

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2018 40:13

Stephanie Tice and I have mutual ties to Greaseland Studios in San Jose. We share an interest in some of the artists that have recorded there. In Stephanie's case, however, it's more. She has fallen head over heels for the blues. Finding Little Lou's , Poor House Bistro & Greaseland Following a big life change, Stephanie found happiness at San Jose blues venues Little Lou's and Poor House Bistro. The blues saved Stephanie when she needed saving. It was during this time that she met Norwegian born Kid Andersen of Greaseland Studios. Stephanie happens to speak Norwegian, so she and Kid hit it off. Stephanie soon thereafter went to Greaseland where she discovered that a number of special recordings had been done. Howlin' at Greaseland Fast forward and she becomes the executive producer for Howlin' at Greaseland. At the time of this interview, Howlin' at Greaseland had been nominated for Traditional Blues Album of the year. The album is a tribute to Howlin' Wolf and it features 25 artists including Henry Gray, Taildragger, Terry Hanck, John Blues Boyd. Aki Kumar, Chris James, Patrick Rin, and Kid Andersen among others. A couple of the featured artists actually toured with Howlin' Wolf and share story snippets about their friendships with him. Blues culture and being a producer Stephanie is extremely fascinated in the development of blues culture around the world and the many language barriers it's broken. She hosts Basking in the Blues, which is a radio program featured on KKCR in Kauai. She does this as DJ Ginger Moonstone. We discuss details of being a producer, her work with Rockin' Johnny Burgin, projects she's dreaming up with producer/sound engineer Ron Nevison, who has worked Jefferson Starship, KISS, The Who, Bad Company and many more. We also talk about a podcast she's making plans to start. A podcast she says will cover world blues news. “All blues are lusty lyrical realism charged with taut sensibility.” – –Richard Wright, Writer Stephanie shared a quote with me that she found during her research of blues music culture. The quote is, “All blues are lusty lyrical realism charged with taught sensibility.” Stephanie sees the blues as filled with despair and humiliation, but also with hope. She's just mad for the blues I tell you. Please enjoy our conversation. And take a moment to explore the Blues Music Awards at Blues.org. SHOW NOTES Rockin' Johnny Burgin Greaseland Little Lou's Poor House Bistro Kongsberg Jazz Festival of Norway Notodden Blues Festival of Norway Howlin' at Greaseland Taildragger Aki Kumar Terry Hank John Blues Boyd Chris Cain Blues Music Awards Ron Nevison SWOT Analysis Marina Crouse KKCR Kauai MTV Unplugged RESOURCES FOR MUSICIANS The Unstarving Musician's Guide to Getting Paid Gigs ConvertKit – Awesome email marketing solution, something every musician needs! DreamHost – Been using this web hosting service forever. Love them, trust them! More resources – Deals on musician resources.

Finding Happiness in the Blues and Howlin' at Greaseland – Stephanie Tice

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2018 40:13

Stephanie Tice and I have mutual ties to Greaseland Studios in San Jose. We share an interest in some of the artists that have recorded there. In Stephanie's case, however, it's more. She has fallen head over heels for the blues. Finding Little Lou's , Poor House Bistro & Greaseland Following a big life change, Stephanie found happiness at San Jose blues venues Little Lou's and Poor House Bistro. The blues saved Stephanie when she needed saving. It was during this time that she met Norwegian born Kid Andersen of Greaseland Studios. Stephanie happens to speak Norwegian, so she and Kid hit it off. Stephanie soon thereafter went to Greaseland where she discovered that a number of special recordings had been done. Howlin' at Greaseland Fast forward and she becomes the executive producer for Howlin' at Greaseland. At the time of this interview, Howlin' at Greaseland had been nominated for Traditional Blues Album of the year. The album is a tribute to Howlin' Wolf and it features 25 artists including Henry Gray, Taildragger, Terry Hanck, John Blues Boyd. Aki Kumar, Chris James, Patrick Rin, and Kid Andersen among others. A couple of the featured artists actually toured with Howlin' Wolf and share story snippets about their friendships with him. Blues culture and being a producer Stephanie is extremely fascinated in the development of blues culture around the world and the many language barriers it's broken. She hosts Basking in the Blues, which is a radio program featured on KKCR in Kauai. She does this as DJ Ginger Moonstone. We discuss details of being a producer, her work with Rockin' Johnny Burgin, projects she's dreaming up with producer/sound engineer Ron Nevison, who has worked Jefferson Starship, KISS, The Who, Bad Company and many more. We also talk about a podcast she's making plans to start. A podcast she says will cover world blues news. “All blues are lusty lyrical realism charged with taut sensibility.” – –Richard Wright, Writer Stephanie shared a quote with me that she found during her research of blues music culture. The quote is, “All blues are lusty lyrical realism charged with taught sensibility.” Stephanie sees the blues as filled with despair and humiliation, but also with hope. She's just mad for the blues I tell you. Please enjoy our conversation. And take a moment to explore the Blues Music Awards at Blues.org. SHOW NOTES Rockin' Johnny Burgin Greaseland Little Lou's Poor House Bistro Kongsberg Jazz Festival of Norway Notodden Blues Festival of Norway Howlin' at Greaseland Taildragger Aki Kumar Terry Hank John Blues Boyd Chris Cain Blues Music Awards Ron Nevison SWOT Analysis Marina Crouse KKCR Kauai MTV Unplugged RESOURCES FOR MUSICIANS The Unstarving Musician's Guide to Getting Paid Gigs ConvertKit – Awesome email marketing solution, something every musician needs! DreamHost – Been using this web hosting service forever. Love them, trust them! More resources – Deals on musician resources.

Lisa Leuschner Andersen Has Been Gigging Since Age 7 and Has Opinions About Being a Full Time Career Musician

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2018 42:06

On May 9th of 2017 I walked into Greaseland Studios to interview producer Kid Andersen. I was immediately blown away the abundance of musical gear everywhere. The next thing thing that came into my focus was the kitchen. Greaseland is also the home of Kid and Lisa Leuschner Anderson. There in the kitchen was a grand piano. Rather than thinking how rather odd it was to see a grand piano in a kitchen, my focus next shifted to the fact that there was a vocal lesson in progress. I'm not sure who the student was that day, but there at the grand piano was Lisa Leuschner Andersen. At the outset of my plans to interview Lisa, I thought we'd spend most of our time talking about her vocal coaching business. It turned out that there was much more to discuss. Lisa is the Queen of Greaseland, a vocal instructor, singer with Foreverland (San Francisco based tribute to the music of Michael Jackson), Alumni of American Idol seasons 2 and 3, and Showtime at The Apollo alumni. She's also a dancer, Bitstrips enthusiast & artiste, and a really enjoyable storyteller. Gigging professionally since age 7 Lisa comes from a musical family and has been gigging professionally since age 7. She's a major voice at Greaseland, having contributed vocals on just about every album ever recorded there. She also tells me that she hears every sound made at Greaseland Studios (from anywhere in the house), so I think it's safe to say that she's also the ear of Greaseland. I don't recall exactly when I initially decided she'd be a great contributor to this podcast, but her name came up during my recent interview with Rockin' Johnny Burgin. Lisa is Burgin's vocal coach. "Everyone that knows me knows I'm a huge fan of Michael Jackson" On how she got the gig with Foreverland, Lisa told me that it was the first time she had ever auditioned for a gig. Up until then, she got gigs based on her reputation. She also tells the Foreverland story as if she "begged" for the gig. Lisa was determined, but begging is merely how she refers to the act of asking for the audition. Lisa credits American Idol for the fact that she's a full time musician, but not for the reasons you might think. While rehearsing for her first season with AI, she quickly realized that she didn't have time for her then day job at a hotel. She very soon after quit that job and never looked back. Today she sings in a number of live performance situations, does regular studio work Greaseland, and has a book of business as a vocal coach. One of my personal favorite things that Lisa does is something called Bedtime Jamz (#bedtimejamz on Facebook). Bedtime jamz are late night performances recorded on Facebook Live from Greaseland Studios. Kid is typically featured in these performances, along with whomever happens to be at Greaseland. These rather sporadic and impromptu performances are typically done with everyone sporting PJs. I'm hoping they'll make it a regular thing–it's truly entertaining. On making the jump to career musician, Lisa says that going full time is wrought with peril. The peril she refers to are the various traps that can lead an artist into doing things she doesn't enjoy or otherwise regrets. She adds that there's absolutely no shame in keeping a day-job to supplement one's music income. Lisa has had personal dealings with the peril of going full time, but today comes across as fulfilled, happy and content. I heard this in her voice and her laughter. You can learn more about and contact Lisa via her About Me page. About.Me/Helleuw Also on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, iHeartRadio, YouTube & Spotify SHOW NOTES Foreverland Lisa on SoundCloud Greaseland Studios Tommy Castro Band Bitstrips Kid Andersen All about Lisa Lisa performs Sweet Thing on American Idol Showtime at the Apollo Kid Andersen Episode 3 Rex Brown Episode 32 Rockin' Johnny Burgin Episode 31 Blues Music Awards Saturday Night Gospel Hour Reality - 11 songs by Lisa Leuschner Andersen Lisa Leuschner's Christmas album Sing Me Home BitStrips app Aki Kumar Episode 23 An Unstarving Musician Christmas Mix Kid Anderson on Facebook Love Your Story Podcast with Lori Lee RESOURCES FOR MUSICIANS The Unstarving Musician's Guide to Getting Paid Gigs ConvertKit – Awesome email marketing solution, something every musician needs! DreamHost – Been using this web hosting service forever. Love them, trust them! More resources – Deals on musician resources.

Lisa Leuschner Andersen Has Been Gigging Since Age 7 and Has Opinions About Being a Full Time Career Musician

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2018 42:06

On May 9th of 2017 I walked into Greaseland Studios to interview producer Kid Andersen. I was immediately blown away the abundance of musical gear everywhere. The next thing thing that came into my focus was the kitchen. Greaseland is also the home of Kid and Lisa Leuschner Anderson. There in the kitchen was a grand piano. Rather than thinking how rather odd it was to see a grand piano in a kitchen, my focus next shifted to the fact that there was a vocal lesson in progress. I'm not sure who the student was that day, but there at the grand piano was Lisa Leuschner Andersen. At the outset of my plans to interview Lisa, I thought we'd spend most of our time talking about her vocal coaching business. It turned out that there was much more to discuss. Lisa is the Queen of Greaseland, a vocal instructor, singer with Foreverland (San Francisco based tribute to the music of Michael Jackson), Alumni of American Idol seasons 2 and 3, and Showtime at The Apollo alumni. She's also a dancer, Bitstrips enthusiast & artiste, and a really enjoyable storyteller. Gigging professionally since age 7 Lisa comes from a musical family and has been gigging professionally since age 7. She's a major voice at Greaseland, having contributed vocals on just about every album ever recorded there. She also tells me that she hears every sound made at Greaseland Studios (from anywhere in the house), so I think it's safe to say that she's also the ear of Greaseland. I don't recall exactly when I initially decided she'd be a great contributor to this podcast, but her name came up during my recent interview with Rockin' Johnny Burgin. Lisa is Burgin's vocal coach. "Everyone that knows me knows I'm a huge fan of Michael Jackson" On how she got the gig with Foreverland, Lisa told me that it was the first time she had ever auditioned for a gig. Up until then, she got gigs based on her reputation. She also tells the Foreverland story as if she "begged" for the gig. Lisa was determined, but begging is merely how she refers to the act of asking for the audition. Lisa credits American Idol for the fact that she's a full time musician, but not for the reasons you might think. While rehearsing for her first season with AI, she quickly realized that she didn't have time for her then day job at a hotel. She very soon after quit that job and never looked back. Today she sings in a number of live performance situations, does regular studio work Greaseland, and has a book of business as a vocal coach. One of my personal favorite things that Lisa does is something called Bedtime Jamz (#bedtimejamz on Facebook). Bedtime jamz are late night performances recorded on Facebook Live from Greaseland Studios. Kid is typically featured in these performances, along with whomever happens to be at Greaseland. These rather sporadic and impromptu performances are typically done with everyone sporting PJs. I'm hoping they'll make it a regular thing–it's truly entertaining. On making the jump to career musician, Lisa says that going full time is wrought with peril. The peril she refers to are the various traps that can lead an artist into doing things she doesn't enjoy or otherwise regrets. She adds that there's absolutely no shame in keeping a day-job to supplement one's music income. Lisa has had personal dealings with the peril of going full time, but today comes across as fulfilled, happy and content. I heard this in her voice and her laughter. You can learn more about and contact Lisa via her About Me page. About.Me/Helleuw Also on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, iHeartRadio, YouTube & Spotify SHOW NOTES Foreverland Lisa on SoundCloud Greaseland Studios Tommy Castro Band Bitstrips Kid Andersen All about Lisa Lisa performs Sweet Thing on American Idol Showtime at the Apollo Kid Andersen Episode 3 Rex Brown Episode 32 Rockin' Johnny Burgin Episode 31 Blues Music Awards Saturday Night Gospel Hour Reality - 11 songs by Lisa Leuschner Andersen Lisa Leuschner's Christmas album Sing Me Home BitStrips app Aki Kumar Episode 23 An Unstarving Musician Christmas Mix Kid Anderson on Facebook Love Your Story Podcast with Lori Lee RESOURCES FOR MUSICIANS The Unstarving Musician's Guide to Getting Paid Gigs ConvertKit – Awesome email marketing solution, something every musician needs! DreamHost – Been using this web hosting service forever. Love them, trust them! More resources – Deals on musician resources.

Why Musicians Shouldn't Have a Cell Phone on Stage – Johnny Burgin

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2017 40:56

Rockin' Johnny Burgin is incredibly passionate a about performing, and holds the stage in the highest regard. Johnny resides in the San Francisco Bay area, but came up as a blues player learning and performing in the west side Chicago blues scene. In his early twenties, he was performing at west side black clubs where he says watching bands was like watching a boxing match, a place where musical phrasing came to life. Why move from Chicago to California? Apparently Johnny had toured in California several times, and those tours kept getting better and better. He recalls that the move was an opportunity to expand his market. Knowing what I know about the San Francisco Bay area blues scene, I imagine he was also welcomed with the openest of arms. When we booked Johnny's interview, he expressed interest in talking about his new album Neoprene Fedora. We do in fact talk about the album, and feature the track Guitar King at the end of our conversation. It is such a great tune! We also discuss Johnny's beginnings in blues, his many memorable collaborations, Aki Kumar, Kid Andersen, touring around the world, and how much he appreciates his time with a father who introduced him to the arts. His appreciation for the arts seems to fuel Johnny's passion for the blues and performing. Johnny says he's living on the edge when he's on stage. He sees the stage as a place of endless possibilities. It's also a place where his spontaneity thrives. Read more at UnstarvingMusician.com

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Why Musicians Shouldn't Have a Cell Phone on Stage – Johnny Burgin

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2017 40:56

Rockin' Johnny Burgin is incredibly passionate a about performing, and holds the stage in the highest regard. Johnny resides in the San Francisco Bay area, but came up as a blues player learning and performing in the west side Chicago blues scene. In his early twenties, he was performing at west side black clubs where he says watching bands was like watching a boxing match, a place where musical phrasing came to life. Why move from Chicago to California? Apparently Johnny had toured in California several times, and those tours kept getting better and better. He recalls that the move was an opportunity to expand his market. Knowing what I know about the San Francisco Bay area blues scene, I imagine he was also welcomed with the openest of arms. When we booked Johnny's interview, he expressed interest in talking about his new album Neoprene Fedora. We do in fact talk about the album, and feature the track Guitar King at the end of our conversation. It is such a great tune! We also discuss Johnny's beginnings in blues, his many memorable collaborations, Aki Kumar, Kid Andersen, touring around the world, and how much he appreciates his time with a father who introduced him to the arts. His appreciation for the arts seems to fuel Johnny's passion for the blues and performing. Johnny says he's living on the edge when he's on stage. He sees the stage as a place of endless possibilities. It's also a place where his spontaneity thrives. Read more at UnstarvingMusician.com

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Aki Kumar on Chicago Blues, Bollywood Blues, Harmonica, and Performing

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2017 42:11

Aki Kumar fell in love with the blues and blues harmonica, but Bollywood pop is part of his music memory. This memory is creating what's likely to become a bonafide genre–Bollywood Blues. You can hear this on his latest album Aki Goes to Bollywood. Although Aki is of Indian decent, his bold move to mix the blues and Bollywood pop from his childhood started with his love of the Chicago blues sound. Although the final tracks of his first album Don't Hold Back were perhaps a foreshadowing of things to come. In the early days of his love affair with the blues, Aki focused on learning to play harp and performing blues classics. His rapid rise to success is a testament to his talent as a performer, but may also be attributed some of his success to the people he's surrounded himself with, including the likes of David Barrett, Kid Andersen and Jim Pugh. Even so, Aki is a fantastic performer/entertainer with a flair for style. He's also a consummate professional who looks after the small details as much as he does the bigger picture. When I asked him about business and where he's currently focusing his energy, he said without hesitation– live performances. Show Notes Poor House Bistro Mark Hummel David Barrett School of the Blues Kid Andersen, Greaseland Studios Jim Pugh and Little Village Foundation Hardly Strictly Bluegrass June Core Charlie Musselwhite Vance Ehlers Aki on KQED Arts Radio Bill Lonero & Guitarcore Originator Aki on Facebook Aki on Instagram AkiKumar.com

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Aki Kumar on Chicago Blues, Bollywood Blues, Harmonica, and Performing

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2017 42:11

Aki Kumar fell in love with the blues and blues harmonica, but Bollywood pop is part of his music memory. This memory is creating what's likely to become a bonafide genre–Bollywood Blues. You can hear this on his latest album Aki Goes to Bollywood. Although Aki is of Indian decent, his bold move to mix the blues and Bollywood pop from his childhood started with his love of the Chicago blues sound. Although the final tracks of his first album Don't Hold Back were perhaps a foreshadowing of things to come. In the early days of his love affair with the blues, Aki focused on learning to play harp and performing blues classics. His rapid rise to success is a testament to his talent as a performer, but may also be attributed some of his success to the people he's surrounded himself with, including the likes of David Barrett, Kid Andersen and Jim Pugh. Even so, Aki is a fantastic performer/entertainer with a flair for style. He's also a consummate professional who looks after the small details as much as he does the bigger picture. When I asked him about business and where he's currently focusing his energy, he said without hesitation– live performances. Show Notes Poor House Bistro Mark Hummel David Barrett School of the Blues Kid Andersen, Greaseland Studios Jim Pugh and Little Village Foundation Hardly Strictly Bluegrass June Core Charlie Musselwhite Vance Ehlers Aki on KQED Arts Radio Bill Lonero & Guitarcore Originator Aki on Facebook Aki on Instagram AkiKumar.com

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Blues America 113 -Rockin Johnny

Blues America

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2017 59:21

Rockin Johnny cut his teeth on the Chicago scene with the likes of Jewtown Burkes and the Taildragger. Since then he’s released 7 critically acclaimed albums, most on famed Delmark Records. Johnny led one of the most requested house bands in Chicago working with Billy Boy Arnold, Jimmie Lee Robinson, Willie Buck, Paul De Lay and many more, before relocating to California. He just released his second studio effort as a Californian, both recorded at the renowned Greaseland. His latest is Neoprene Fedora, a theme which represents his assimilation into West coast culture. The album features Kid Andersen, Aki Kumar and Alabama Mike among others and features a smashing version of Johnny Littlejohn’s ABC hit, Guitar King.

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Ep 3 Kid Andersen on Greaseland Studios, Playing The Blues, Musicianship and Music Ed

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2017 61:31

This episode of The Unstarving Musician's Podcast features a conversation with award winning producer, sound engineer, guitarist, vocalist, performer, and all around cool guy, Kid Andersen. As owner of Greaseland Studios, Kid is doing some amazing work, taking breaks to perform live in his current home town of San Jose California and various locations abroad. He's also devoting time to help bring awareness to some otherwise lost gems of the blues world.

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Ep 3 Kid Andersen on Greaseland Studios, Playing The Blues, Musicianship and Music Ed

Bandana Blues, founded by Beardo, hosted by Spinner

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2017 61:31

This episode of The Unstarving Musician's Podcast features a conversation with award winning producer, sound engineer, guitarist, vocalist, performer, and all around cool guy, Kid Andersen. As owner of Greaseland Studios, Kid is doing some amazing work, taking breaks to perform live in his current home town of San Jose California and various locations abroad. He's also devoting time to help bring awareness to some otherwise lost gems of the blues world.

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Bandana Blues #684 Conceptual Continuity

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2017 137:54

show#684 03.26.17 Some New, some LIVE some with Conceptual Continuity Billy T. Band - Reckoning from Reckoning 2016 Big H Records (5:01) Geoff Achison - Dreaming I'm Awake from Another Mile, Another Minute 2017 Jupiter 2 Records (5:24) Magic Dick & Shun Ng - Papa's Got a Brand New Bag from About Time 2016 self-release (3:04) Lazy Eye - Pocket The Black from Pocket The Black 2016 (3:32) Clarence 'Gatemouth' Brown - Better Off With The Blues from No Looking Back - Clarence 'Gatemouth' Brown 1992 Alligator (4:10) Nighthawks - Sugar Sweet from Live Tonite! 2002 Ruf (6:35) Ozark Mountain Daredevils - Commercial Success from It's Alive 1978 A&M (3:35) Norton Buffalo & Roy Rogers - Mercury Blues from Travellin' Tracks 1992 Blind Pig (6:05) Ian Siegal - Hard Pressed from On Night In Amsterdam [download bonus track] 2015 Nugene Records (9:21) Arsen Shomakhov - When I Get Drunk from On The Move 2010 Blues Leaf Records (4:25) Savoy Brown - That Same Feelin' from Raw Sienna 1970 Parrot (3:40) The Leroi Brothers - Dangerous Girl from Lucky Lucky Me 1985 Profile Records (3:52) Evan Johns - Boogie Disease from Rockit Fuel Only 1991 Rykodisc (3:57) Big Guitars From Texas - Riot At Huntsville from Big Guitars From Texas 1988 Rycodisc (2:52) Ides Of May - You're Out Of Sight from Blues Is A Tramp 1992 Tramp (4:12) Dr. Feelgood - Shotgun Blues from On The Job 1981 Liberty (6:23) Lynyrd Skynyrd - Saturday Night Special from One More From The Road 1976 MCA (5:19) Imperial Crowns - Bleeding Heart from 20 jaar Blues Promotion Dongen 2007 self-release (10:08) Omar Kent Dykes - No More Doggin' from Big Town Playboy 2009 Ruf Records (3:40) Melvin Taylor - Dirty Pool from Dirty Pool 1997 Evidence (7:01) Vidar Busk & The Voo Doodz - Red Lipstick from Jookbox Charade 2007 Blue Mood/Grappa Musikkforlag (4:12) Vidar Busk, Kid Andersen, Junior Watson - Get Back from Guitarmageddon 2005 Grappa (4:37) Kid Andersen - A Better Day from The Dreamer 2008 Blue Mood (7:25) Junior Watson - Word About A Woman from If I Had A Genie 2002 Heart to Soul Records (5:09) The Mighty Flyers - Hard Work Boogie from From The Start To The Finnish 1985 Red Lightnin' (5:12)

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CKNM SHOW - Harpdog Brown, Mississippi Heat, Teresa James & The Jimmys

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2016 183:00

Couch Kid New Music Harpdog Brown returns to The Couch for his third visit. This time he returns to share stories around the recording of Travelin With The Blues, which includes appearances by folks like Charlie Musselwhite, Kid Andersen, Rusty Zinn and more. Pierre Lacocque from Mississippi Heat takes a seat for the fourth time, he is one of my original kids first sitting on The Couch back in 2010 and returning in 2012 and then in 2014. This time it is to discuss the new release, Cab Driving Man. It’s always a blast with Pierre. Teresa James was scheduled a few weeks back, but fell ill…So we rescheduled to bring her back for her second visit. She returns to The Couch with her new album, Bonafide. It will be fun to catch up with this talented vocalist and learn what has been happening in her life and the recording of this new album. The Jimmys went to Transylvania to record a live album, and the results are fantastic. Jimmy Voegeli and I will sit and talk about all the adventures the band has has since his first visit in November 2015.

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Peter Harper, Terrie Odabi, CKNM From Alabama Mike & Big Harp George

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2016 163:00

SHOW #327 Peter Harper is an award-winning singer/songwriter out of Australian. Simply known as Harper, he has been receiving glowing reviews for his music and the album, Show Your Love. Peter and I will talk about his career and where he is heading. Terrie Odabi comes out of San Francisco and has earned her way to the International Blues Challenge in both 2014 and 2015. Her new album is entitled My Blue Soul and it is 13 original tunes that will infect your soul. Terrie and I will explore her journey while we listen to the tunes. Alabama Mike first sat on The Couch as a member of The Hound Kings. He returns with his solo album, Upset The Status Quo, recorded at Greaseland Studios with Kid Andersen producing. The album features 8 originals and Mike and I will discuss the recording of this album. Big Harp George returns with Wash My Horse In Champagne, his follow-up to the highly successful debut, Chromaticism. George and I will discuss the album and all that has been happening in his life since he last appeared on The Couch.

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Long Tall Deb, Lucky Losers, Bey Paule Band