Podcast appearances and mentions of lester johnson

This week on Echoes of Indiana, we're joined by bassist and Ebony Rhythm Funk Campaign co-founder Lester Johnson to reflect on his early years in music. Lester got his start as a teenager playing on the Avenue with Harvey Cook and the Blue Tones.  We'll explore his time with groups like The Chordells and The Golden Soul Show Band, and talk about the deep musical roots in his family—including blues great Guitar Pete Franklin, jazz guitarist Johnny Shacklett, and his grandmother Flossie Franklin, who has been credited with writing lyrics for the Indianapolis blues legend Leroy Carr.

This week on Echoes of Indiana Avenue, listen to a preview of the “Juneteenth Black Heritage Concert: Gospel and Blues – The Roots of it All”. It's happening on June 16th at Indiana Landmarks. Hear interviews with two of the concert's performers, Lester Johnson and Debbie Nelson — both have deep connections to the blues and the Indiana Avenue music scene. Bassist Lester Johnson is best known for his work with Ebony Rhythm Funk Campaign. Johnson played some of his earliest gigs with the Indiana Avenue blues great Harvey Cook, and Johnson's uncle was the Indianapolis blues legend Guitar Pete Franklin. Debbie Nelson is known for her work as a blues vocalist. She started her career singing on Indiana Avenue during the 1960s, and was offered a chance to perform in B.B. King's band.

Super Excellent! Today we're revisiting Ernie B and the New Blend. This awesome group is an American Doo-wop music group from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The band consists of a group of friends, who not only have the perfect blend on stage but off stage.as well. The group members are: Ernie Bryant, lead and tenor, Edward Gabriel Jr. lead and tenor, Dean A. Marrow lead and bass, Lester Johnson lead and tenor, Jimi Ching lead and baritone and Calvin Brown lead and tenor. Hear this awesome group as they talk about blending, friendship and working together in harmony

Podcast Certified, Steve Casner returns to the Water Box to discuss 32 v 48 car qualified fields. Ashley, Andrew and Lester Johnson get in the Beams and talk winning as a Family from the #1 Spot. Erica Enders sets a new World Record, and Rex gives results NHRA Divisional events from Belle Rose, LA and Mission, BC

Ernie B and the New Blend is an American Doo-wop music group from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The band consists of a group of friends, who not only have the perfect blend on stage but off stage.as well. The group members are: Ernie Bryant, lead and tenor, Edward Gabriel Jr. lead and tenor, Dean A. Marrow lead and bass, Lester Johnson lead and tenor, Jimi Ching lead and baritone and Calvin Brown lead and tenor. Hear this awesome group as they talk about blending, friendship and working together in harmony.

This week's show is all about Indy's legendary soul label LAMP Records, including music and commentary from: Matthew Watson and Lester Johnson of Ebony Rhythm Band, Pam Tanner of The Pearls, and more!

This week's show is all about Indy's legendary soul label LAMP Records, including music and commentary from: Matthew Watson and Lester Johnson of Ebony Rhythm Band, Pam Tanner of The Pearls, and more!

This week's show is all about Indy's legendary soul label LAMP Records, including music and commentary from: Matthew Watson and Lester Johnson of Ebony Rhythm Band, Pam Tanner of The Pearls, and more!

Kyle looks back at interviews that he's done with the three of the pioneers of Indiana psychedelic music: Producer Moe Whittemore who founded 700 West records and recorded and released the self-titled debut LP from Beech Grove's Zerfas. The album has been described as the "Sgt. Pepper of the Midwest."; Lester Johnson who co-founded the psychedelic soul group Ebony Rhythm Band.; Ron Matelic of Sir Winston and the Commons and Anonymous. In 1966 Sir Winston and the Commons released one of the first Indiana psychedelic records "Not the Spirit of India.".

Kyle looks back at interviews that he's done with the three of the pioneers of Indiana psychedelic music: Producer Moe Whittemore who founded 700 West records and recorded and released the self-titled debut LP from Beech Grove's Zerfas. The album has been described as the "Sgt. Pepper of the Midwest."; Lester Johnson who co-founded the psychedelic soul group Ebony Rhythm Band.; Ron Matelic of Sir Winston and the Commons and Anonymous. In 1966 Sir Winston and the Commons released one of the first Indiana psychedelic records "Not the Spirit of India.".

Kyle looks back at interviews that he's done with the three of the pioneers of Indiana psychedelic music: Producer Moe Whittemore who founded 700 West records and recorded and released the self-titled debut LP from Beech Grove's Zerfas. The album has been described as the "Sgt. Pepper of the Midwest."; Lester Johnson who co-founded the psychedelic soul group Ebony Rhythm Band.; Ron Matelic of Sir Winston and the Commons and Anonymous. In 1966 Sir Winston and the Commons released one of the first Indiana psychedelic records "Not the Spirit of India.".

Spoilers! If you haven't seen Suicide Squad and want to experience every little tidbit in the movie for yourself, you may want to stay away from the first half hour of this episode. Nicole and Jason talk a little about why Suicide Squad isn't as bad as all the reviews might have you believe. There aren't any huge spoilers in this conversation but there might be a few things you want to avoid if you haven't yet experienced the film.Dan Mott comes back in the studio to talk about the new Dear Hunter singles, "The Revival," and "Gloria," which dropped recently in preparation for the new album, "Act V: Hymns with the Devil in Confessional."Lester Johnson joins the podcast to gives us his input on the latest St. Paul and the Broken Bones track, "Flow With It (You Got Me Feeling Like)" from their upcoming album, "Sea of Noise."The Dear Hunter and St. Paul and the Broken Bones' albums both drop in September.Check out our sponsor, Loot Crate! Visit lootcrate.com/shaw and enter promo code shaw for three dollars off your new subscription.

Spoilers! If you haven't seen Suicide Squad and want to experience every little tidbit in the movie for yourself, you may want to stay away from the first half hour of this episode. Nicole and Jason talk a little about why Suicide Squad isn't as bad as all the reviews might have you believe. There aren't any huge spoilers in this conversation but there might be a few things you want to avoid if you haven't yet experienced the film.Dan Mott comes back in the studio to talk about the new Dear Hunter singles, "The Revival," and "Gloria," which dropped recently in preparation for the new album, "Act V: Hymns with the Devil in Confessional."Lester Johnson joins the podcast to gives us his input on the latest St. Paul and the Broken Bones track, "Flow With It (You Got Me Feeling Like)" from their upcoming album, "Sea of Noise."The Dear Hunter and St. Paul and the Broken Bones' albums both drop in September.Check out our sponsor, Loot Crate! Visit lootcrate.com/shaw and enter promo code shaw for three dollars off your new subscription.

Jami speaks with Lauren Froderman about her upcoming visit to Crystal Lake. Froderman is the winner of "So You Think You Can Dance," season 7. Froderman will be teaching a class at Dancepiration Dance Studio on August 6th. Visit http://www.liberateartists.com and enter promo code lofro to get a discount.Jason also puts his two cents in about Jake Bugg's latest album, "On My One." See what he has to say and if his expectations were met with the folk artist's newest project.Listen up next week when Nicole will join us in the studio to discuss Suicide Squad and a first time appearance by reporter and vocalist, Lester Johnson, as he and Jason sit down to discuss the latest singles from Saint Paul and the Broken Bones.Don't forget to check out our sponsor, Loot Crate. Visit Lootcrate.com/shaw and enter promo code shaw for three dollars off your new subscription.Listen up next week when Nicole will join us in the studio to discuss Suicide Squad and a first time appearence by reporter and vocalist, Lester Johnson, as he and Jason sit down to discuss the latest singles from Saint Paul and the Broken Bones.

Jami speaks with Lauren Froderman about her upcoming visit to Crystal Lake. Froderman is the winner of "So You Think You Can Dance," season 7. Froderman will be teaching a class at Dancepiration Dance Studio on August 6th. Visit http://www.liberateartists.com and enter promo code lofro to get a discount.Jason also puts his two cents in about Jake Bugg's latest album, "On My One." See what he has to say and if his expectations were met with the folk artist's newest project.Listen up next week when Nicole will join us in the studio to discuss Suicide Squad and a first time appearance by reporter and vocalist, Lester Johnson, as he and Jason sit down to discuss the latest singles from Saint Paul and the Broken Bones.Don't forget to check out our sponsor, Loot Crate. Visit Lootcrate.com/shaw and enter promo code shaw for three dollars off your new subscription.Listen up next week when Nicole will join us in the studio to discuss Suicide Squad and a first time appearence by reporter and vocalist, Lester Johnson, as he and Jason sit down to discuss the latest singles from Saint Paul and the Broken Bones.

Lester Johnson shares from 1 John 5 that it's all about Jesus!

Never Had It So Good Sports Radio NFL Draft Special!

Often we forget about Christmas the day after. Lester Johnson shares how Christmas is just the beginning

Guest speaker Lester Johnson shares what it means to be new in Christ

Discussion of CFB and HS Football with Coach Willie Miller and the coaches from CFB Game Day Coverage. 

College Football Game Day Crew with Elliott Johnson, Lester Johnson, Larry Ryans, JT Thomas, Patrick Truesdale, & Rodney Gray. Stay tuned in!!! These former College & NFL Players have a lot to say....