Podcasts about louisiana music hall of fame

Marc Broussard, singer/songwriter/guitarist grew up around music as his dad is an acclaimed musician, too.  They're both in the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame.  Marc's career launched on the national scene with his 2004 album Carencro, featuring his Bayou Soul style music mixing the great sounds of funk, blues, R&B, rock and pop.  He's performed for many of the late night TV shows during his career and one of his songs was tapped as the theme song for the 2008 NBA All-Star Game.  Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Marc in October of 2024 to talk about his storied life and career, his Save our Soul (SOS) charity recordings, work with Joe Bonamassa and his new album Time Is A Thief.  In our showcase segment, your "Hostess with the Mostest" Lisa Davis, features the 2023 "B.B. King Entertainer of the Year" award recipient Tommy Castro, whose brand new album is Closer To The Bone.  Covering the gamut of soul, R&B, blues and contemporary jazz...that's right, we're the Coool CAT!

The effervescent lead singer and drummer for Cowboy Mouth, Fred LeBlanc, is interviewed by Lanea Stagg of The Recipe Records Series of rock'n'roll cookbooks and Jude Southerland Kessler of biographical narrative series, The John Lennon Series. In addition to video of two of the band's top charted songs, "I Believe" and "Jenny Says," Fred shares his musical tribute to John Lennon, a touching emotional memory he wrote called "12-8." He talks candidly about the impact of John Lennon and The Beatles on his life and how the loss of John made him realize that we're promised no tomorrows...urging him to move forward with his band. That decision propelled his group into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame and on to national success. Fred also discusses his love of New Orleans and Mardi Gras with the big hit, "Mardi Gras State of Mind." One of the most inspiring episodes of SSSS ever! Enjoy!

This guest definitely spells his name correctly. Welcome singer Marc Broussard to the podcast family; and man does he have soul! His voice reminds you of the greats like Otis Redding, Al Green, and Sam Cooke. Marc talks about the movie that started his career, at the ripe old age of five and a half; the influence of his dad, Louisiana Music Hall of Fame inductee Ted Broussard, and he tells me about how he got his first record deal and why he asked to be released from it. That started the story of how Marc went independent and began his series of SOS albums, recorded for various charities. Marc even wrote a children's book as a companion piece for one of those albums.  Marc has released his latest SOS album with a focus on the blues. To that end, he recruited his good friend and blues guitar legend Joe Bonamassa, to help out. This album pushed Marc out of his comfort zone. But in doing so, he has received some of the highest praise of his career, particularly from his peers. Marc has learned a lot throughout his career and he shares a lot of it here, particularly about the writing process he goes through. He's on tour constantly, as we learn. So check him out on Instagram @marcbroussard. Pick up SOS 4, Blues For Your Soul at ktbarecords.com or wherever you get music. Follow us @PerformanceAnx on social media. Pick up our stuff at performanceanx.threadless.com or send coffee money at ko-fi.com/performanceanxiety. Now prepare to get lost in Marc Broussard's voice on Performance Anxiety on the Pantheon Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A fast moving hour of bubblegum sweetness! A dramatic reading of Danny Partridge and his escape from kidnappers! We've heard of Herb Alpert, but who's Dore Alpert? What bubblegum band was the first member of the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame? Ellen Greenwich as a solo artist! A couple of commercials sung by The Cyrkle! And a whole bunch more bubblegum pop by The Ohio Express, The Partridge Family, The McCoys, Trini Lopez, Bobby Sherman, Rodney Allen Rippy, The Jackpots, The Jalopy Five, The 1970 English World Cup Team, Dana Countryman, Cyan, John Fred and his Playboy Band, The Garden Gnomes, and The Cattanooga Cats!

This is the unlikely musical tale of a 1950's Italian kid from New York City not named Dion DiMucci.We're talking about John Henry Ramistella.This artist has been inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame but the big door prize still eludes him. It's possibly the contention that a career delivering mostly vivid, colorful cover versions of brilliant material makes him a melodic figure of less import.I vigorously disagree.He was a different kind of pioneer and If anyone belongs in The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, it's Johnny Rivers.The omission is glaring.- Rich Buckland"The Whisky was a smash from opening night," Rivers says. I brought my following from Gazzari's." Rivers and his famous red Gibson ES-335 guitar symbolized the Strip's new youth-oriented atmosphere. They weren't at the Whisky long when he and Adler thought of cutting a live album. Another L.A. club owner loaned Rivers and Adler money to hire Wally Heider's remote recording unit. "We recorded this album two nights in a row and took it to every record company in town. None of them wanted it," Johnny recalls.Liberty Records executive Bob Skaff liked the tape and convinced reluctant Liberty President Al Bennett to release it on Imperial Records. Bennett had purchased Imperial from founder Lew Chudd, and ran it as a small, semi-independent label. To release Rivers' recordings, he and Adler formed Dunhill Productions with Bobby Roberts (an ex-member of The Dunhills, a tap dancing group that inspired the name) and Pierre Cossette (now producer of the Grammy Awards show). This eventually evolved into Dunhill Records, home to L.A rock legends The Mamas & The Papas, The Grass Roots and Steppenwolf.Adler and company were disappointed that the album would appear on what they considered a secondary label. But not Johnny. "When they said 'Imperial Records.' I just jumped up and went 'YEAH! YEAH!' Because I grew up with nothing but Imperial Records, Bobby Mitchell, Fats Domino, and Ricky Nelson, and I thought 'What a cool label!'" Both Rivers and Adler came to see Imperial's smallness as a plus. "it gave Lou and me the autonomy to pick our own singles and work closely with the promotion men and marketing people," Rivers says. "I think that had a lot to do with why we had so much success, because we had a real good handle on it.".-Johnny Rivers

Austin James talks with Louisiana Music Hall Of Fame member Chase Tyler about his current music career and how he played a "Blues Brother" on stage in New York City!!!

Matt, Joey and Dave join Scoot to talk about how their 25 years of rockin' has led them to the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame! It's been quite a journey for one of the Crescent City's top cover bands that have no plans to stop performing.

On this Kenny Neal interview: “Maybe I'M HERE for a REASON…” Using his integrity & incredible work ethic early on, to reach his goals… Most important life lesson he learned… taking time off from music to become a Broadway actor, and the one thing he took back to his music career from this experience… dealing with a horrible family tragedy & loss, and surviving cancer all in the same year… stories about working with Buddy Guy, Lucky Peterson, Muddy Waters, Albert Collins, Big Mama Thornton, Eddie “Cleanhead” Vinson, Big Mama Thornton… Best childhood memories, love, passion, being “a man to your word” and more. Positive, pure and good vibes on this one, a must see/listen! Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com   Kenny Neal is a blues artist who's an outstanding guitarist, singer & songwriter from New Orleans. Kenny's a member of the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame and has won more blues awards for songs, performances and albums... than I could even fit on this page. Kenny's dad, Raful was a successful harp player working with artists like Buddy Guy and Slim Harpo. When he was 13, Kenny started playing out on the road with his dad's band and eventually was playing bass with Buddy Guy. Kenny's had a prolific career releasing 22 albums since 1987, including his latest album, Straight From The Heart. Subscribe & Website:  https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe Support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support

Tab Benoit has a heritage from the deep south in Louisiana.  He's an amazing guitarist, vocalist and songwriter who parlays his roots into an awesome sound of blues and blues rock music.  A Grammy nominee, Tab's also garnered numerous other accolades including B.B. King Entertainer of the Year awards along with many Blues Music Awards,  You'll also find him in the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame.  Multi award-winning program director Ray White hung out with Tab at his tour bus in May of 2022 to talk about his Legacy release, music making style, his record company and much, much more.  In our showcase segment we feature the queen of blues rock - Bonnie Raitt who continues her string of hit albums with Just Like That.  We close out the show with music icon, Delbert McClinton.   Known as the "Godfather of Americana Music," he's just released his 27th studio album Outdated Emotion.  Three of the best blues rock musicians in the business... all right here on Classic Artists Today. 

#729 - Clarence "Frogman" Henry The original Clarence "Frogman" Henry Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Now, there is an interview floating around out there of Paul Leslie interviewing rhythm & blues singer Clarence “Frogman” Henry, that was recorded in the Frogman's home in New Orleans. But, there was an interview recorded over the telephone from before that. It went out on the radio in 2008, never to be heard again.  Until now. We're making it available. Jimmy Buffett once sang “I cut my teeth on gumbo rock, Benny Spellman and Doctor John, Sweet Irma Thomas and Frogman Henry use to boogie woogie all night long.” It was a fitting tribute. Jimmy Buffett is just one of many singers influenced by Clarence “Frogman” Henry.  Frogman's songs like "I Don't Know Why, But I Do," have been loved by young and old. With over SEVENTY years in show biz, his artistic name originates from the lyrics of million hit "Ain't Got no Home."  Frogman is one of the original performers of New Orleans Rhythm'n Blues. He is voted into Rockabilly, Westbank, Delta and Gulf Halls of Fame (and several more) including the prestigious Louisiana Music Hall of Fame.  Clarence “Frogman” Henry has entertained our Presidents and toured with the greatest - from The Beatles to Tina Turner, Dr John, James Brown and Little Richard. Frogman appears at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival every year where he always makes new fans and friends.  Frogman Henry joins The Paul Leslie Hour to talk about his life in music, what makes New Orleans unique, his time touring with the Beatles, and his friendship with Jimmy Buffett. Speaking of which, June 3rd, today is the national theatre premiere of the fun and fascinating documentary film Jazz Fest: A New Orleans Story. Please go out and see it, you'll be very glad you did. And please let Paul know what you think! You can also help The Paul Leslie Hour to continue in our work. Just go to thepaulleslie.com/support And we thank you! And now, ladies and gentlemen. The Original interview with Clarence “Frogman” Henry.

#727 - Irma Thomas The Irma Thomas Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour. We're honored you've tuned in. We have for you an interview from back in the archives. This was originally broadcast on the radio. You're about to hear Paul's interview with Irma Thomas, known as the "Soul Queen of New Orleans.” Irma Thomas is a Grammy award winning vocalist and recording artist. She's a great blues, soul and gospel singer. An inductee of the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame, Irma Thomas has appeared at too many New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festivals to count. In fact she is one of the prominent people in the documentary JAZZ FEST: A New Orleans Story, hitting theatres nationwide on June 3, 2022! Check it out folks! Hey since you're  listening- how about considering going to http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support You can help us in the never ending quest of helping people tell their stories! And now ladies and gentlemen, an interview that has not been heard since it's original broadcast. It's time to unearth the Irma Thomas interview! Right here on The Paul Leslie Hour! The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Big Al of Big Al and the Heavyweights!Big Al and the Heavyweights originally formed in 1996 as the Unknown Blues Band, with founding members Al Lauro, Warren Haynes (Allman Brothers Band and Gov't Mule), and pianist Rick Gergen (Sweethearts of the Rodeo).  Although, Warren is no longer in the band , Big Al has formed a solid array of musicians and has consistently toured and been featured at venues and festivals throughout the US. The Vizztone Label Group has released the band's seventh critically acclaimed recording of original roots music entitled, Love One Another. Recently, their original compositions "Bound By Love" and" World Full of Trouble" hit 1k plays on Apple's iTunes.  The current  band features Louisiana Music Hall of Fame piano player vocalist, Wayne Lohr along with guitarist vocalist extraordinaire Marcel Anton and solid bassist vocalist Mark Parsons.

Rolling into our latest episode of The Patty-G Show we are tuning our instruments and setting up the scene for what it took for Chase Tyler to go from high school drop out to being inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame, twice! Chase of the Chase Tyler Band has been around the block a time or two, which has come with several lessons learned along the way. Growing up in a family of musicians, Chase was destined to pick up an instrument and begin his career. With making his start outside of Louisiana, Chase experienced a variety of stages from Branson, Missouri to New York, he has quite the experience when it comes to working a stage and knowing how to make the crowd have a great time. With COVID hitting in early 2020, this derailed the music industry with live events being cancelled. With cancelling over 70 shows, Chase was eager to get back on set and perform once again. As we work our way back into the normalcy of life, the shows continue to get booked and good times are just around the corner with The Chase Tyler Band! If you are enjoying the show, we would be forever grateful if you took the time to share us with your friends and leave a review wherever you listen to us! Sponsors: Falaya, Gov't Taco, Horizon Financial Group, Mercedes-Benz of Baton Rouge & Mallard Bay Outdoors Vodcast Website: https://thepattygshow.com/ The Chase Tyler Band Website: https://chasetylerbandla.com/home --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pattygshow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pattygshow/support

Woody starts off Season 10 with a near Urban Legend murder story that takes place in the (at that time) small area of Watson, Louisiana in Livingston Parish as he covers the details of the murder of Shane Dennis Hebert. This season also kicks off the brand new intro by 2 time Louisiana Music Hall of Fame inductee Chase Tyler! This weeks Sponsors: JUST THRIVE - Give your body Immune and Digestive support and save 15% by using the code RLRC at checkout! Native- Click HERE and use promo code RLRC for 20% off your first order ! ROTHYS Click HERE and use promo code RLRC for $20 OFF your first order ! NOVO- Click HERE and sign up for your free business checking account PLUS Real Life Real Crime listeners get over 5,000.00 in Perks and discounts! Last weeks Sponsors Athena Club Razors - Click HERE and use promo code RLRC for 20 percent off your first order ! We ask for the continued support of the Coco family as they go through this next chapter. Please continue to call in tips about Barbara Blount @225-395-1302 or use the TIP button on Real Life Real Crime, the app. Want more episodes? Download our app in the app store or Google Play and listen straight from the app! Follow us on: INSTAGRAM: @REALLIFEREALCRIME, @OVERTONWOODY Twitter: @reallifecrime For Business Inquiries ONLY, please contact: cyndi@realliferealcrime.com RLRC LOVES: LOPA- Woody loves LOPA. You hear him mention it at the end of each episode. Please click the LOPA link and REGISTER. It takes 2 minutes and just 1 donor can save up to 8 LIVES! RLRC has raised thousands of dollars for LOPA. Merakey Gateway is near and dear to RLRC. This transition service provides comprehensive transition training for individuals diagnosed with autism & related orders as they transition into a life of greater independence. Their programs work with the individual to identify personal goals and create a plan to accomplish their dreams. Whether an individual wants to get a job, go to college, or just become more independent, the Gateway team can assist with an individualized pathway to success. The transition plan will include skills related to employment, community life, housing, finances and independent living. Gateway Ink is a social enterprise screen printing business which trains & employs participants as they learn vocational skills. Their Shop Manager and Program Director work together in developing individual training techniques and identifying accommodation needs for the participant to bring into their future careers. Orders placed through Gateway Ink, support our programming financially as well as provide a job for our participants looking to build their skills & reach their goals Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Chase Tyler has done it all. At the young age of 16 Chase made his way to Branson, MO, Then Nashville and eventually ended up where he always wanted to be...Home. In this 139th edition of Local Leaders the Podcast Host Jim Chapman sits down with this 2 time inductee into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame to discuss his long and winding road in the music industry and discovers that the man behind the microphone is as genuine as his music and you will too! #Podcast #ChaseTylerBand #LocalLeadersThePodcast #LivingstonParish #LocalBusinessPodcast #CountryMusic #SouthernRock Chase Tyler singing the National Anthem at the Superdome (Saints Game) https://youtu.be/evdYDuOg-lo Chase Tyler Band on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chasetylerband AMAZON LINKS TO OUR EQUIPMENT Shure SM7B Microphone: https://amzn.to/3cUjIJlRGB LED Video Light, GVM 800D Video Lighting Kit with APP Control: https://amzn.to/3ldBKuNRode RODECaster Pro Podcast Production Studio: https://amzn.to/3FN8cfg Gator Frameworks Deluxe Desk-Mounted Broadcast Microphone Boom Stand For Podcasts & Recording; Integrated XLR Cable: https://amzn.to/3nVEfDQShure SRH440 Professional Studio Headphones designed for Home and Studio Recording, Black: https://amzn.to/3o0a2DK Sony Alpha a6400 Mirrorless Camera: Compact APS-C Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with Real-Time Eye Auto Focus, 4K Video & Flip Up Touchscreen: https://amzn.to/3E31Zva Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens: https://amzn.to/32FImvB Amazon Basics 60-Inch Lightweight Tripod with Bag: https://amzn.to/3CYJPcR Filmed at Envision Podcast Studio Rentals LLC www.envisionpodcaststudio.com LOCAL LEADERS THE PODCAST LINKS: Our Website: www.LocalLeadersThePodcast.com Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LocalLeadersPodcast Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/localleaderspodcast/ THANK YOU TO THESE LOCAL BUSINESSES FOR THE SUPPORT! Denham Springs Fit Body Boot Camp: https://getfitdenhamsprings.com/getfitdenhamsprings359108991589553470388 Tricia Johnston Realtor : Latter & Blum https://triciajohnston.latter-blum.com Fit Blendz Denham Springs: https://fitblendz.revelup.com/weborder/?establishment=12 BJ Pawn www.BJPawn.net Blaksheep Creative https://blaksheepcreative.com​​​​ SR Enterprise Painting https://www.facebook.com/SR-Enterprise-848358978571390 HomeKey Mortgage: Tiffany Sicard https://www.facebook.com/TiffanyGuehoSicardMortgageSr.LoanOfficer William Waldrep TWFG https://agentpages.twfg.com/williamwaldrep/ Aydell Lane Spa and Boutique Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Aydell-Lane-Spa-Boutique-LLC-101969087841519 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/localleadersthepodcast/support

Episode 19  - Tony Haselden is a founding member of Louisiana's LeRoux. Tony's unique and brilliant guitar style created the textures that helped define the LeRoux's sound. Tony is an award-winning songwriter and producer in Nashville, having written many #1 hit songs for popular artists such as George Strait, Colin Raye, Kid Rock, Keith Whitley, Shenandoah, and Shania Twain. On January 29, 2010 Tony was inducted the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame and the LMHOF Songwriters' Association Hall of Fame! 

The long-awaited chat with the visual timekeeper Guy Gelso of the rock band Zebra. Guy has played alongside some of the greatest names in the business and is also a drum instructor when he is not on tour with Zebra. Guy, along with the band Zebra, were inductees into the Long Island and Louisiana Music Hall of Fame!

The long-awaited chat with guitarist Steve Blaze from Louisiana's own Lillian Axe. Lillian Axe was founded in the early '80s and were headlining shows as well as opening for bands like Ratt, Poison, and Queensryche. They also had videos featured on MTV and VH1.   Lillian Axe is a member of the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. 

Episode 425. Part 1 of our interview with Denise Bates and Linda Langley about Coushatta Baskets and the people who make them. Louisiana Coushatta Basket Makers brings together oral histories, tribal records, archival materials, and archaeological evidence to explore the fascinating history of the Coushatta Tribe's famed basket weavers. After settling at their present location near the town of Elton, Louisiana, in the 1880s, the Coushatta (Koasati) tribe developed a basket industry that bolstered the local tribal economy and became the basis for generating tourism and political mobilization. The baskets represented a material culture that distinguished the Coushattas as Indigenous people within an ethnically and racially diverse region. This week in Louisiana history. July 10, 1941. Legendary jazz pianist and composer Jelly Roll Morton (born in New Orleans) died in Los Angeles. His musical innovations accelerated the development of jazz. This week in New Orleans history. On July 10, 2010, during their 35th-anniversary performance at New Orleans' Mahalia Jackson Theater, the band Zebra was inducted into The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. This week in Louisiana. Grambling University Eddie G. Robinson Museum The museum is now housed in the former Women's Memorial Gymnasium, which underwent a major renovation. The free, 9,000-square-foot museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and contains videos and interactive exhibits. Be sure to stop by the Pro Room, which highlights the more than 300 players who went on to play professional football under the tutelage of Coach Robinson. Postcards from Louisiana. A jazz singer in Jackson Square.Listen on iTunes.Listen on Google Play.Listen on Google Podcasts.Listen on Spotify.Listen on Stitcher.Listen on TuneIn.The Louisiana Anthology Home Page.Like us on Facebook.  

424. We interview Clint Bruce, author of Afro-Creole Poetry in French from Louisiana's Radical Civil War–Era Newspapers:A Bilingual Edition. Collected here for the first time, seventy-nine poems published in the Civil War-era Afro-Creole New Orleans newspapers L'Union and La Tribune--most unavailable anywhere but in archives--bring to life a close-knit, politically progressive French-speaking community of artists and intellectuals whose cultural and legal legacies were monumental. The original French poems appear here alongside Clint Bruce's sensitive English translations, mindful of meaning, meter, and sound. A comprehensive introduction, biographies of the poets, and extensive annotations immerse readers in Civil War-era Louisiana. In his research for the volume, Bruce unearthed crucial issues of La Tribune long thought lost and discovered the extent of a poetic hoax undetected for nearly 150 years. This week in Louisiana history. July 3, 1870. The riverboat Robert E. Lee defeated the Natchez in a race on the Mississippi. This week in New Orleans history. Pierre Dewey LaFontaine, Jr. was born in New Orleans on White Street between Dumaine and St. Ann on July 3, 1930. As a child battling frequent respiratory infections due to weakened lungs, a local doctor advised his father to purchase a wind instrument -- Pete chose a clarinet. He took private lessons and played at McDonogh 28 school. After gigs with Monk Hazel and Al Hirt. he founded The Basin Street Six in 1950 with his longtime friend, trumpeter George Girard. He married Beverly Lang on October 27, 1951. National fame came when he  joined the Lawrence Welk Orchestra. Upon returning to New Orleans, he played with The Dukes of Dixieland, then began forming his own bands. The New Orleans Jazz Club declared "Pete Fountain Day" on October 19, 1959. He opened his club at 800 Bourbon Street in the spring of 1960. A founder of The Half Fast Walking Club and a true New Orleans character, he was awarded an honorary degree by Loyola University New Orleans in 2006. On March 18, 2007, Pete Fountain was inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. This week in Louisiana. Louisiana Culinary Trails Map Use this map to discover Louisiana's eight culinary trails and start planning your tasty journey. You'll be dining like a Louisiana local in no time. Creole Crescent Come taste why New Orleans is lauded for some of the most inventive and delicious food in America. Tammany Taste A feast of fresh produce and seafood prepared by culinary icons Capital Cravings Baton Rouge rallies local fare with worldwide flair Bayou Bounty Make room for a spicy adventure Seafood Sensation Riding the Gulf waters, Southwest Louisiana brings trails of fresh seafood and boudin Prairie Home Cooking A scenic byway of vintage towns packed with homestyle cooking and dance halls Red River Riches Clear your calendar for an epicurean journey and sample a global menu Delta Delights Grab a map and head for the hills for a feast of southern delights Postcards from Louisiana. Maude Caillot and the Afrodiziacs play at Dos Jefes Cigar Bar. Listen on iTunes.Listen on Google Play.Listen on Google Podcasts.Listen on Spotify.Listen on Stitcher.Listen on TuneIn.The Louisiana Anthology Home Page.Like us on Facebook.

Randy Jackson is an American rock musician from New Orleans, Louisiana, best known for his role as the guitarist/vocalist for the band Zebra. He was born and raised in New Orleans. In addition to his career with Zebra, he is a Long Island Music Hall of Fame inductee, a Louisiana Music Hall of Fame inductee, and has toured with Jefferson Airplane, Dream Theatre, Loverboy, Queensryche, Bryan Adams, Sammy Hagar, and Journey. 

Jeff Ousley is a guitar tech who has toured with David Bowie, Elvis Costello, Neil Young, Patti Smith, Edie Brickell & New Bohemians, Georgia Satellites, Jason & the Scorchers, Heart, and Pearl Jam. Keith Meaux Windhorst is a front of house engineer who is a member of the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame.  He has toured with Journey, Debbie Traylor, Deana Carter, Heart, and Lauren Hill.     

447 - Percy Sledge Percy Sledge was one of the greatest singers in American popular music. He was born November 25, 1941 and passed away April 14, 2015. This interview with Percy Sledge was originally broadcast on The Paul Leslie Hour. He was a true legend in Soul and R&B. His song "When a Man Loves a Woman" was a hit song in 1966 and has received continuous radio airplay ever since. The song reached #1 in the US and went on to become an international hit. Percy Sledge was an inductee of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame, the Delta Music Museum, the Carolina Beach Music Hall of Fame and he was an inaugural Rhythm and Blues Foundation Pioneer Honoree. Rolling Stone magazine lists Percy Sledge's "When a Man Loves a Woman" 54th in their list of the 500 greatest songs of all time. Some of his other classic songs include "It Tears Me Up," "Take Time to Know Her," "Love Me Tender," and "Cover Me." The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

And we're off! Counting down Jonathan's own personal ranking of the entire Beatles catalog. Our guest on this episode is musician Kyle Melancon, drummer for Emmy-award winning Disney stars The Imagination Movers and formerly of Louisiana Music Hall of Fame rock band Dash Rip Rock. We get in to the brass tacks of why these songs are where they are on the list, a bit of history and why these songs were made, as well as Kyle's personal Beatles history and how it's impacted his career as a musician. We also get enjoy a spoken-word rendition of the translations of the Beatles' German-language singles, and Julia is pleasantly shocked at Paul McCartney's business acumen. Apologies for Jonathan's continued butchering of the German language throughout the episode! Kyle also plays in pop rock band Daphne Moon, and with Jonathan in 90s cover band supergroup Big In The 90s. Check out all of Kyle's musical going-ons at: www.imaginationmovers.com Facebook.com/biginthe90s Facebook.com/daphnemoonband --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rankingthebeatles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rankingthebeatles/support

On today's episode, we get to hang out with Chris LeBlanc! Chris has been in a staple in the Baton Rouge music scene for over 25 years playing around town and all over the US. He is a Louisiana Music Hall of Fame inductee and has produced four albums. We open the show talking about building guitars(2:13) and then we jump into our conversation with a real guitarist, Chris LeBlanc (10:50). He shares a little bit about his childhood and some of his early music influences (13:00). We joke around about our college days going to see Chris (21:46) and he shares the gig that sparked his music career (27:44). He tells us about his growth on the guitar and what it was like to start leading bands (34:07). We hear a great story about Chris playing with ZZ Top (39:52) and Hank Williams Jr. (44:58). We talk about him getting inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame (49:45). We get into what it's like playing "gigs" during COVID-19 (56:12) and how things are changing during this pandemic (65:19). Finally, Chris plays us out with a special song (68:00).

Larry Myers has been an ordained pastor and worship leader/musician since 1975 when he helped establish the original Vineyard Christian Fellowship.  The focus of his ministry has been the pastoral care of artists and musicians enabling him to serve as a mentor to worship leaders and musicians throughout Southern California.  Larry is a prolific musician specializing in mandolin, violin, viola, and cello and has recorded or performed with members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame, Louisiana Music Hall of Fame and Grammy, Tony, and Dove Award winners.

261 - Dr. John One of the greats in American music, Dr. John has passed away. Every bit an icon. The legendary Dr. John was born Malcolm John Rebennack, also called The Nite Tripper, he was a singer, pianist, songwriter, composer, recording artist, an inductee of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame, the recipient of 6 Grammys, he wrote and performed a very unique blend of music that frequently had the flavor of his native New Orleans. This backstage interview was recorded and filmed at the Variety Playhouse after one of his wildly entertaining concerts. You will hear the words of a down to earth, kind man. It's on The Paul Leslie Hour. Support The Paul Leslie Hour by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Lloyd Price, like so many great musicians is from Louisiana. An inductee of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame, he's one of the absolute legends in popular music. Known for his songs like "Lawdy, Miss Clawdy" "Personality" and "Just Because," Price's songs have also been recorded/performed by everyone from The Beatles, Elvis Presley, Little Richard, Fats Domino, Paul McCartney, and Joe Cocker. Never one to rest on laurels, Lloyd Price's recent album "This is Rock and Roll" features new songs as well as interpretations of rock and roll standards. It's all here in this fast-paced interview with one of rock and roll's founders! Support The Paul Leslie Hour by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour