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This episode of Big Blend Radio features vocalist, composer, and musician Steve March-Torme. The son of legendary singer-songwriter Mel Torme and the stepson of well-known actor/comedian Hal March, Steve is a talented entertainer in his own right. Since the late 1970s, he has been a successful singer, entertainer, recording artist, TV & radio host and has toured extensively worldwide to an ever-growing fan base.Steve has written a brand new, original Christmas song entitled I Remember Christmastime. It's a beautiful, nostalgic, sentimental salute to fond remembrances of the Christmas seasonand was released 76 years after Mel Torme co-wrote the iconic The Christmas Song (commonly subtitled as Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire), which became a huge holiday hit for Nat King Cole in 1946 and again in 1961. More about Steve at https://www.stevemarchtorme.com/Hear about Steve's musical career, and two songs "I Remember Christmastime," and "Straighten Up and Fly Right," a duet with his father Mel Torme. Plus, we play the radio version of the award-winning and best-selling boardgame SPONTUNEOUS "The Song Game." More at https://www.songgame.com/

This episode of Big Blend Radio features vocalist, composer, and musician Steve March-Torme. The son of legendary singer-songwriter Mel Torme and the stepson of well-known actor/comedian Hal March, Steve is a talented entertainer in his own right.  Since the late 1970s, he has been a successful singer, entertainer, recording artist, TV & radio host and has toured extensively worldwide to an ever-growing fan base. Steve has written a brand new, original Christmas song entitled I Remember Christmastime.  It's a beautiful, nostalgic, sentimental salute to fond remembrances of the Christmas seasonand was released 76 years after Mel Torme co-wrote the iconic The Christmas Song (commonly subtitled as Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire), which became a huge holiday hit for Nat King Cole in 1946 and again in 1961.  More about Steve at https://www.stevemarchtorme.com/ Hear about Steve's musical career, and two songs "I Remember Christmastime," and "Straighten Up and Fly Right,"  a duet with his father Mel Torme. Plus, we play the radio version of the award-winning and best-selling boardgame SPONTUNEOUS "The Song Game."  More at https://www.songgame.com/

With each new album, The Cravens, a prominent South Florida rock band, have joined hosts Nancy & Lisa on Big Blend Radio. There was also the special show where they ran a recipe contest for the Craven Raven Cocktail. Finally, Nancy & Lisa met and saw them perform live at Rudy's Pub, a live and local music fixture in Lake Worth, Florida. It was EPIC!This special broadcast aired live from Lake Worth, Florida and featured band members: John Storch - Vocals, Electric Guitar; Bill Storch - Vocals, Electric Guitar; Rockin Ron DeSaram - Lead Electric Guitar; Bill Meredith - Drums. Dennis Ambrose - Bass is a mainstay of the band. Manager Nancy DeSaram and MaryBeth Sisoian, owner of Rudy's Pub, also joined the conversation.Hear songs from their brand new album CRAVENOLOGY, and other albums including THE DARK SIDE OF LOVE, EARLY BIRD SPECIAL, and ON THE LINE. Plus, as usual, we played the radio version of the award-winning and best-selling board game SPONTUNEOUS "The Song Game."More:http://www.cravensongs.com/https://rudyspubinlakeworth.com/https://www.songgame.com/

With each new album, The Cravens, a prominent South Florida rock band, have joined hosts Nancy & Lisa on Big Blend Radio. There was also the special show where they ran a recipe contest for the Craven Raven Cocktail. Finally, Nancy & Lisa met and saw them perform live at Rudy's Pub, a live and local music fixture in Lake Worth, Florida. It was EPIC! This special broadcast airs live from Lake Worth, Florida and will feature each band member: John Storch - Vocals, Electric Guitar; Bill Storch - Vocals, Electric Guitar; Rockin Ron DeSaram - Lead Electric Guitar; Bill Meredith - Drums; Dennis Ambrose - Bass. Manager Nancy DeSaram and MaryBeth Sisoian, owner of Rudy's Pub, will also join the conversation. Hear songs from their brand new album CRAVENOLOGY, and other albums including THE DARK SIDE OF LOVE, EARLY BIRD SPECIAL, and ON THE LINE. Plus, as usual, we'll play the radio version of the award-winning and best-selling board game SPONTUNEOUS "The Song Game." 

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Joey Stuckey, an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, radio and television personality, music columnist, educator and sound engineer. Joey is also the official music ambassador for Macon, Georgia, the “southern rock capital of the world.” Joey's latest single “You Know My Name” was produced at his Shadow Sound Studio recording facility, and features special guest Randall Bramblett (Traffic and Steve Winwood) on B3, and Charlie Hoskyns (UK band The Popes) on bass. Along with talking about his music career, composing and recording, production and sound engineering work, Joey plays a fun round of Spontuneous “The Song Game”. https://www.joeystuckey.com/

Join Big Blend Radio hosts Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for this conversation with Joey Stuckey, an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, radio and television personality, music columnist, educator and sound engineer. Joey is also the official music ambassador for Macon, Georgia, the “southern rock capital of the world.” His latest single “You Know My Name” was produced at his Shadow Sound Studio recording facility, and features special guest Randall Bramblett (Traffic and Steve Winwood) on B3, and Charlie Hoskyns (UK band The Popes) on bass. Along with talking about his music career, composing and recording, production and sound engineering work, Joey plays a fun round of Spontuneous “The Song Game”.  

Jimmy Williamson started entertaining at the age of 15, traveling throughout the tri- state area of West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Ohio. By the time he was 19 years old, Jimmy's voice landed him on Wild Cherry's Number #1 Hit “Play That Funky Music.” As a front man and vocalist, Jimmy continues to perform, share stages and record with Grammy Artists around the globe. oN On this episode of Big Blend Radio he talks about his latest single “Love Will Find a Way,” and current recording project, and plays a fun round of Spontuneous "The Song Game." https://www.lookingglassjourney.com/

 Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to New Music” Champagne Sundays Show broadcasting live as part of the Big Blend Radio Fall Festival Series, from Peach Tree City, Georgia. On This Episode: - Sun King Rising  is the professional moniker of singer/songwriter/piano player John Blangero who hails from Port Isabel, Texas. Hear about his debut album “Delta Tales” releasing this fall through PeacockSunrise Records, the Americana/Rock label spinoff of Nick Katona’s successful Progressive Rock label, Melodic Revolution.  - Jimmy Willamson- By the time he was 19 years old, Jimmy's voice landed him on Wild Cherry’s Number #1 Hit “Play That Funky Music.” As a front man and vocalist, Jimmy continues to perform, share stages and record with Grammy Artists around the globe. Hear about his latest single “Love Will Find a Way,” and current recording project. - Jack Spann discusses his new CD single and video “Jesus Of New Orleans." Spann again providing lead vocals, piano, keyboards, guitar and bass with Cecil Robbington on drums and percussion. A supporting cast of guest musicians include long time friend and St. Louis native John Covelli on Trombone Thanks to Spontuneous “The Song Game” for sponsoring this show!  

Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to New Music” Champagne Sundays Show, airing live from Baker, Florida. On This Episode: - Johnny Schaefer, backup singer for Josh Groban, Melissa Manchester, Sarah Brightman, Sarah Vaughan, Pete Townshend, Billy Idol, Daihann Carroll, and more, discusses his inspiring new single “Unflown.” - Billy Livesay, best known for his work with E Street Band legend Clarence Clemons as his guitarist vocalist, talks about the new album with his group The Livesays, called “The Rhythm of Love and Dysfunction.” - Elliot Nelson, British instrumental solo artist, composer, producer, and son of Be-Bop Deluxe frontman ‘Bill Nelson’, talks about his debut album “As He Now Appears,” that pushes his music to the brink of sonic. Thanks to Spontuneous “The Song Game” for sponsoring this show!

Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Parks & Travel Magazine, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays Show, broadcasting live from the historic Homestead Inn in Twenytnine Palms, California.  Featured guests are Darren “Sully” Sullivan, Kevin Anderson, Drew Bertrand, Dave Christian, and Keenan Zach from THE WALK-A-BOUT BAND who are getting ready to release their new full-length album 20/20, out on June 5, 2020 with Shred The Evidence Records. The Aussie-American alternative rock quintet hail from the artistic East End of Long Island, New York. Produced by Andrew Michael Bertrand and mastered by Roger Lian, 20/20 is an incredibly diverse record that explores many genres, expanding the scope of band’s classic sound. This dynamic new collection maintains the band’s depth and introspection, delivering a deep and entertaining album with pop appeal. Join us as we pop the cork with the guys, play some of the new tracks and discuss the album, and play a fun couple of rounds of Spontuneous The Song Game”. 

Raise a glass to new music on Big Blend Radio's Champagne Sundays Show with the Walk-A-Bout Band! Hear the songs and stories behind their new album "20/20" that releases on June 5, 2020 through Shred The Evidence Records, plus they play the radio version of Spontuneous "The Song Game." More: https://www.walkaboutband.com/

This episode of Big Blend Radio features singer-songwriter and keyboardist Lizzie Harrah of The Madisons, who shares some of the songs and stories behind their new album “About Tomorrow." Rooted in Americana via Texas blues, country, and jazz, and based in Greenville,Tennessee, The Madisons are made up of Lizzie, Ruel Russell on bass and vocals, and Lee Hamilton on drums, vocals, and songwriting. https://www.madisonsmusic.com/Special guest co-host is Tanya Ortega, founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation. https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/Along with the radio conversation, Lizzie and Tanya also play a fun round of the radio version of the award-winning and best-selling board game Spontuneous "The Song Game." https://www.songgame.com/

Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Parks & Travel Magazine, for this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station Travel Show, broadcasting live from the historic Homestead Inn in Twentynine Palms, California, gateway to Joshua Tree National Park. Featured guest is singer-songwriter and keyboardist Lizzie Harrah of The Madisons, who will share some of the songs and stories behind their new album “About Tomorrow." Rooted in Americana via Texas blues, country, and jazz, and based in Greenville,Tennessee, The Madisons are made up of Lizzie, Ruel Russell on bass and vocals, and Lee Hamilton on drums, vocals, and songwriting. Special guest co-host is Tanya Ortega, founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation. Along with the radio conversation, Lizzie and Tanya will also play a fun round of the radio version of the award-winning and best-selling board game Spontuneous "The Song Game."

This episode of Big Blend Radio's Champagne Sundays show features Austin-based singer-songwriter Shelley King, who shares the songs and stories behind her 9th album, “Kick Up Your Heels!” Plus, she plays a fun round of Spontuneous "The Song Game" with Jerri Hagman of Homestead Inn, and actor/entertainer Steve Schneickert, who also airs his Hollywood History segment covering Rex Allen “The Arizona Cowboy.”More at https://www.shelleyking.com/

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays show broadcasts live from the historic Homestead Inn in Twentynine Palms, California, gateway to Joshua Tree National Park. Featured guest is Austin based singer-songwriter Shelley King, the first woman to be appointed Official State Musician of Texas by the legislature. In addition to being a multi-award winning singer-songwriter-bandleader, Shelley is known for her soulful vocals and powerful performances. Hear the songs and stories behind her 9th album, “Kick Up Your Heels!” Joining Shelley and hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith for a “Champagne Toast” and fun round of Spontuneous the “Song Game,” are Jerri Hagman of Homestead Inn, and actor/entertainer Steve Schneickert, who will also share his Hollywood History segment covering Rex Allen “The Arizona Cowboy.”

Airing live from the historic Homestead Inn in Twentynine Palms, California, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Americana / Country singer-songwriter Patsy Thompson who talks about her music career, along with the songs and stories from her brand new album “Fabulous Day.” This new album was inspired by new beginnings, to leave bad situations and negative people, and start over. “Fabulous Day” will take you on a ride in a positive way, the good and bad, the ups and downs, and the lessons learned that inspired Patsy to write this album. https://www.patsythompsonmusic.com/Along with the songs and conversation, we’re playing a couple fun radio rounds of Spontuneous “The Song Game.” https://www.songgame.com/

Join us for the first episode of our special “Spring Fling” Big Blend Radio broadcast series, airing live from the historic Homestead Inn in Twentynine Palms, California, with Americana singer-songwriter Patsy Thompson. Hear about her music career, along with the songs and stories from her brand new album “Fabulous Day.”  This new album was inspired by new beginnings, to leave bad situations and negative people, and start over. “Fabulous Day” will take you on a ride in a positive way, the good and bad, the ups and downs, and the lessons learned that inspired Patsy to write this album. Along with the songs and conversation, we’re playing a couple fun radio rounds of Spontuneous “The Song Game.”  

Have you ever heard a word, and spontaneously burst into a song? There's a board game for that and it’s called Spontuneous, “The Song Game!” This episode of Big Blend Radio features a conversation with entrepreneur Rob Ridgeway, creator of  the Amazon bestselling board game Spontuneous. Hear about the game and his entrepreneur story, the Nashville music scene, plus, music stories and destinations experienced on Big Blend’s Love Your Parks Tour. Spontuneous is a multiple award-winning and bestselling, fun family board game where everyone participates by singing – though talent is not required. One player says a word and the race is on for the others to sing a song containing that word. The last player to sing their song that contains that word before time runs out wins the point. Featured music is “Tennessee Whiskey” by Shelley King.

Have you ever heard a word, and spontaneously burst into a song? There's a board game for that and it’s called Spontuneous, “The Song Game!” This episode of Big Blend Radio features a conversation with entrepreneur Rob Ridgeway, creator of the Amazon bestselling board game Spontuneous. Hear about the game and his entrepreneur story, the Nashville music scene, plus, music stories and destinations experienced on Big Blend’s Love Your Parks Tour. More: https://www.songgame.com/Featured music is “Tennessee Whiskey” by Shelley King. See: https://www.shelleyking.com/

October Episode #20

Join hosts Nancy Reid & Lisa Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Park & Travel Magazine, for Big Blend Radio with 5000, a guitar duo based in Denver, Colorado featuring lead vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter Meghann Jordan and lead guitar partner Matt Youngblood. Hear about their music and music career, listen to their songs “Wade It Out” and “Shell Shocked”, and a fun round of Spontuneous “The Song Game.”

This episode of Big Blend Radio features 5000 The Band, a guitar duo based in Denver, Colorado that includes lead vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter Meghann Jordan and lead guitar partner Matt Youngblood. Hear about their music and music career, listen to their songs “Wade It Out” and “Shell Shocked,” and hear them play a fun round of Spontuneous - The Song Game! More at https://5000theband.com/ and https://www.songgame.com/

The Southern Florida rockers The Cravens discuss their brand new full length album “The Dark Side of Love” and recently released EP “Early Bird Special - Lost Demos 2009.” They also play a rockin' round of the board game Spontuneous "The Song Game." More: http://www.cravensongs.com/

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Denver based singer-songwriter Brian Bourgault discusses his new album “Without You,” a follow up to his recent EP "Demolition" and album "Be Kind." He also plays a fun round of the board game Spontuneous "The Song Game." More: www.brianbourgault.com/

Join hosts Nancy Reid & Lisa Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Park & Travel Magazine, for Big Blend Radio’s New Music Happy Hour Show how airing live from Historic Natchitoches, Louisiana. On This Episode: - The Cravens  - The Southern Florida rockers discuss their brand new full length album “The Dark Side of Love” and recently released EP “Early Bird Special - Lost Demos 2009.” - Borgo - Denver based singer-songwriter Brian Bourgault “Borgo” discusses his new album “Without You.” Thanks to Spontuneous “The Song Game” for sponsoring the show!

Join hosts Nancy Reid & Lisa Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Park & Travel Magazine, for Big Blend Radio’s A Toast to The Arts show, airing live from Florence, Colorado. On This Episode: - Kaden Hollow - Arizona-based singer-songwriter Ryan David Orr discusses his new album “Kaden Hollow,” an indie-folk/alt-country/Americana concept album. Inspired by the haunting nostalgia of southern magic and mystery, this album spins tales about a handful of people living in a small, rural Tennessee town. - Propaganda Man - Acclaimed keyboardist Jack Spann talks about his upcoming third album “Propaganda Man” that was produced by Gary Tanin. One of New York City’s in-demand keyboardists, Spann’s reputation led to an introduction to David Bowie's producer, Tony Visconti who hired him to play on the demos for what would be Bowie's final album, “Blackstar.” Thanks to Spontuneous “The Song Game” for sponsoring today’s show!  

Join hosts Nancy Reid & Lisa Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Parks & Travel Magazine, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays variety show, airing live from Florence, Colorado. On This Episode: - The Future - Singer-songwriter Jimmy Yessian discusses his third new album “The Future”. A passionate live performer who connects instantly with his audiences, he has performed around the United States and Europe. He currently performs solo, with the “Tall Men Group” and with Jeff Kossack as the duo “From Different Mothers”. - Lost Angel in Paradise- Travel writer Linda Ballou discusses her handbook “Lost Angel in Paradise: Outdoor Days from L.A. to the Lost Coast of California” that takes travelers on 32 day trips along the coast of California, from Malibu to Mendocino. These day trips can be enjoyed by anyone with a modicum of fitness and a spirit of adventure. Thank you to show sponsors: Spontuneous "The Song Game" and the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). 

Singer-songwriter Jimmy Yessian discusses his third new album “The Future”. A passionate live performer who connects instantly with his audiences, he has performed around the United States and Europe. Along with discussing his album and music career, he also plays a fun round of Spontuneous "The Song Game" - www.songgame.com. More at: https://www.jimmyyessian.com/

Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Parks & Travel Magazine, for a special Big Blend Radio Father’s Day show featuring California gold rush region based Americana singer-songwriter Grover Anderson. Hear about his brand new and fourth album “The Frontman.” We also play a fun few rounds of the radio version of Spontuneous ‘The Song Game.’ Raised in the historic gold rush hills of Calaveras County, Grover Anderson writes Americana songs that tell stories of love, loss, and frontier mischief. After extended stays in Santa Barbara, LA, and Oakland, Grover and his family returned to Murphys to reconnect with the small mountain atmosphere that provided such inspiration as a youth. Living in California’s vastly varying environments provided ample material for his self-produced albums: Tourniquet (2011), The Optimist (2014), and From the Pink Room (2017).  

Join hosts Nancy Reid & Lisa Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Parks & Travel Magazine, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays show, airing live from the historic Coronado Motor Hotel in Yuma, Arizona. On This Episode: - FLOAT - Jeff Kossack, the Southern California based singer, songwriter, musician and producer discusses his new album “Float” with The Otherhand Band, touring, and latest record productions for artists Jimmy Yessian, The Ploughboys, and Wally Riggs. - THIS IS ALL IT TAKES - Jon Magnusson, the Sweden based singer, songwriter and musician talks about his new instrumental EP “This Is All It Takes” that ranges from psychedelic and progressive rock to classic jazz. Along with raising a glass to Jeff and Jon’s new music and playing some of their new tunes, we’ll play a round or two of Spontuneous ‘The Song Game’ with them! 

Auburn has been captivating audiences around the world with their unique blend of Americana, blues and roots music. Vocalist and front woman Liz Lenten chats with Big Blend Radio about their new album “Game Of Faith” that releases on May 31, 2019 and features a unique strategy-based card game. Plus, she plays a fun round of Spontuneous "The Song Game"! www.Auburn.org.uk

Join hosts Nancy Reid & Lisa Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Parks & Travel Magazine, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays show, airing live from the historic Coronado Motor Hotel in Yuma, Arizona. ON THIS EPISODE: - The Night Visitors - Award-winning and internationally best-selling author Carol Goodman discusses her latest thriller “The Night Visitors,” that focuses on domestic violence and family trauma, and shares a riveting story of mistaken identities, missed chances, forgiveness, and vengeance. - Game of Faith - Auburn has been captivating audiences around the world with their unique blend of Americana, blues and roots music. Vocalist and frontwoman Liz Lenten discusses their new album “Game Of Faith” that releases on May 31st, and features a unique strategy-based card game. Thanks to our show sponsors JKS Communications and Spontuneous ‘The Song Game’.  

Guitarist / producer Jim Eannelli talks about the world release of the lost album by the mid-1980s Milwaukee power trio LOCATE YOUR LIPS. Featuring the late drummer Kenny Baldwin, bassist Andy Cavaluzzi and Jim Eannelli, Locate Your Lips emerged from the city's punk rock scene. With the energy of punk and the sophistication of jazz and progressive rock, Locate Your Lips broke ground and left audiences unable to pigeonhole them. More: www.facebook.com/LocateYourLipsThanks to Spontuneous "The Song Game" for sponsoring this segment - www.SongGame.com

Join hosts Nancy Reid & Lisa Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Parks & Travel Magazine, for Big Blend Radio airing live from the Historic Coronado Motor Hotel in Yuma, Arizona. On This Episode: - Locate Your Lips- Guitarist / producer Jim Eannelli talks about the world release of the lost album by the mid-1980s Milwaukee power trio. Featuring the late drummer Kenny Baldwin, bassist Andy Cavaluzzi and Jim Eannelli, Locate Your Lips emerged from the city’s punk rock scene. With the energy of punk and the sophistication of jazz and progressive rock, Locate Your Lips broke ground and left audiences unable to pigeonhole them. - Kentucky Bourbon Country - Stephanie McMillin, Executive Director of the Springfield Tourism Commission, shares the summer festivals, events and activities in historic Springfield. Located in the heart of Central Kentucky, the “Land of Bourbon, Horses & History,” Springfield is the ancestral home to Abraham Lincoln’s family.  Featured song on this segment is “Lazy River” from the "New Freedom Blues" album by Town Mountain. Thanks to Spontuneous “The Song Game” for sponsoring the show!

Rob Ridgeway, creator of the award-winning and best-selling board game, Spontuneous ‘The Song Game', catches up with Big Blend Radio and talks about his move to Nashville, where he has sponsored numerous shows, concerts and non-profit fundraising events. Plus, as part of their Love Your Parks Tour, he sends Nancy & Lisa on a special story mission. www.SongGame.com Featured song is "When You Send an Angel a Letter" by www.RichardLynchBand.com

Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays show. On This Episode: - Heartbeat - North Carolina based singer-songwriter Nicki Kris will sit in as special guest co-host and talk about her upcoming new album ‘Heartbeat.’ Influenced by several genres of music, Nicki delivers a unique blend of dynamic songwriting and powerhouse vocal chops creating crossover appeal in multiple areas. She has been awarded multiple Official Grammy Ballot placements in several categories for songwriting and performance over the past 5 years, as well as, several film/TV placements, and multiple songwriting awards. - Playing Back the 80s - Author and music journalist Jim Beviglia talks about his book “Playing Back The 80s: A Decade Of Unstoppable Hits,” that goes behind the scenes to explore the making of more than 60 of the decade's greatest hits. With in-depth interviews with the artists themselves, plus producers, session players and writers, Playing Back The 80s is chockfull of entertaining and surprising stories. - The Arizona Cowboy - Steve Schneickert recalls the Hollywood History of Rex Allen 'The Arizona Cowboy', who was a prominent actor, singer and songwriter, and narrator of many Disney nature and Western productions. Along with hearing some of Nicki’s new songs, we'll also be playing the radio version of the award-winning and best-selling board game Spontuneous ‘The Song Game’!

Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Parks & Travel Magazine, for Big Blend Radio’s Happy Hour variety show, raising a glass to music and family!  On This Episode: - Lisa Dawn Miller- The acclaimed singer, songwriter, recording artist, veteran musical producer and stage performer in the long running musical “Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack Show" – talks about her latest music, new LDM Publishing company, and her son Oliver Richman’s latest singles. Lisa is the daughter of legendary songwriter Ron Miller. - Spontuneous Rob - Rob Ridgeway, creator of the award-winning and best-selling board game, Spontuneous ‘The Song Game’, updates us on his move to Nashville, where he has sponsored numerous shows, concerts and non-profit fundraising events. Plus, as part of their Love Your Parks Tour, he sends Nancy & Lisa on a special story mission. Along with Lisa Dawn Miller and Oliver Richman’s new music, other featured songs include ‘A Spot of Christmas Cheer’ by The Gunboat Diplomats, and ‘When You Send an Angel a Letter’ by the Richard Lynch Band. 

So bizarre today. How long do Lego's take to go through your digestive system? What day/time of the week do spouse's cheat? Shawn Mendes is done with the gay rumors. Positive Pants. We play Spontuneous-The Song Game (songgame.com). Zac wasn't told at a family party that the 21 year old girl has to win or she cries. Gender Wars. The queen is a nutjob playing charades. Bart Durham is hilarious because he embraces the haters.

Listen in as Big Blend Radio’s spooktacular guests hop aboard the haunted Big Blend Trick or Treat Party Bus and travel down Ghost Highway, sipping on Craven Raven Cocktails, swap Creepy & Freaky tales, and play Spontuneous - The Song Game. Losers beware – Ghost Court awaits with Judge Ward Heinrichs and Hot Mama Babooschkah! Featured Party Guests: San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs, Cardiologist Dr. Jacqueline Eubany - author of “Women & Heart Disease', Stephanie McMillin - Executive Director of Springfield KY Tourism Commission, Hollywood Historian Steve Schneickert. and Ralph Masengill - Author of "Conquer Change & Win". Featured music includes: “I Wish the Wolfman Was Back” by Ed Roman; and “Blood Flows” by The Cravens.

Nashville based artist EG Vines, former member of The Bandoliers rock group, discusses his music, songwriting process and debut album ‘Conversation'. Making a statement on empathy, compassion, and greater understanding between people, the 5-song EP was produced by Eddie Spear and featuring noted studio musicians Leroy Powell, Chris Powell, and Brian Allen. www.EGVines.com EG also plays a fun round of Spontuneous ‘The Song Game', an award-inning and best-selling musical board game - www.SongGame.com

Guitarist Peter R. Grant discusses his book “The Noise it Makes.” He says, “It's a book about what music can mean to people, what it means to me. To illustrate my idea that in many ways it can mean almost everything, I have used illustrations from my life. From my earliest memories of an apartment full of music to teenage skirmishes with the rock and roll lifestyle." Other show highlights include Steve Schneickert's Hollywood History segment on the Barn Theatre in Porterville, California (where Pete currently lives), plus, Steve joins Pete in a round of Spontuneous ‘The Song Game,' the award-winning and best-selling board game.

Kris Truelsen, lead singer and guitarist of Bill and the Belles chats about their album "DreamSongs, Etc." that's built on a strong foundation of love for early Americana music, and laden with rich vocal harmonies and simple catchy melodies. www.BillandtheBelles.com Thanks to Spontuneous - The Song Game for sponsoring this episode - www.SongGame.com

Bill Cunningham, bass player and founding member of The Box Tops, the ground breaking 1960s group made up of five friends from Memphis, Tennessee who first charted in 1967 with a song called 'The Letter.' Hear his Big Blend Radio conversation about their hits, musical history and current shows. More: www.BoxTops.comThanks to Spontuneous "The Song Game" for sponsoring this episode! www.SongGame.com

David T. Dunn best describes his music as "Rock n Roll with blues and country influences…with a little Punk mixed in for attitude." Hear about his music career, songwriting, touring, and his latest EP “Catch That Train” which is out now on Star 1 Records. www.DavidTDunnMusic.com.Thanks to Spontuneous "The Song Game" for sponsoring this episode! www.SongGame.com

Denver based singer-songwriter Brian Bourgault "Borgo" discusses his debut full-length album BE KIND. Made with the help of engineer/co-producer Marc Benning and a group of noted musicians including Leftover Salmon's Erik Deutsch and sax player Dwight Bement, the album was recorded live on tape at Hideaway Studios. Twelve songs were recorded in three days. It was an old soul rendering of new music, connecting Brian's creative energy with a group of talented players. Be Kind isn't a concept record, it's a life record. Available via iTunes and Spotify, the album tells stories of love lost, breaking societal norms, and reflecting on life through jazz piano ballads and funk-infused guitar, guaranteed to take listeners back in time. www.BorgoBand.comThanks to Spontuneous ‘The Song Game,' the award-winning and best-selling board game, for sponsoring this episode! www.SongGame.com

Grammy-nominated and CMA award finalist country star Michael Peterson is celebrating the 20th anniversary of his music career with his new album “Drink, Swear, Steal & Lie!”! Not only is Michael a million selling country artist with three # 1 hits and over 2500 performances under his belt, he's also a contributing author for 6 books, including the New York Times bestselling "Chicken Soup for the Soul,” and the recipient of numerous distinguished public service awards including the prestigious Bob Hope “Spirit of Hope” medal from the USO following his 11 tours and over 150 performances for Service men and women deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan and South Korea. See www.MichaelPetersonOnline.com Thanks to Spontuneous - The Song Game for sponsoring the show! www.SongGame.com

Big Blend Radio Panel Discussion featuring Bobbi DePorter – Co-Founder of SuperCamp & President of Quantum Learning Network, Rob Ridgeway - creator of Spontuneous ‘The Song Game', and Matt Scott – author of the ‘Find Something Awesome' how-to book series for kids. Featuring a Hollywood History segment as recalled by Steve Schneickert, this episode focuses on Integrity, the 1st Key of Excellence in the 8 Keys of Excellence character education program that guides young people toward a positive future full of confidence, motivation, creativity, team work, leadership and valuable life principles. www.8Keys.org

This episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life show aired live on Jan. 14, 2018. Panel discussion on Excellence & Integrity featuring Bobbi DePorter – Co-Founder of SuperCamp, Rob Ridgeway – creator of Spontuneous ‘The Song Game’, and Matt Scott – author of the ‘Find Something Awesome’ kids book. Steve Schneickert recalls Hollywood History of 1939’s ‘Mr. Smith Goes to Washington’. Billboard charting new age / world music recording artist Kaliyani discusses her latest singles “Tears for Inanna” and “Nammu’s Invocation”. www.BigBlendRadio.com

Get festive with holiday music, cocktails and party games such as Spontuneous ‘The Song Game’ and Santa’s Naughty or Nice Court, New Year Predictions by Hot Mama Babooschkah, and Hollywood History from Steve Schneickert! Special guests include Sommelier Hilarie Larson, Dr. Jacqueline Eubany, Ralph Masengill “Mr Change Agent”, attorney Ward Heinrichs, Spontuneous Rob, singer-songwriter Nicki Kris, and Stephanie McMillin ‘Bourbon Queen”. www.BigBlendRadio.com

This episode of Big Blend Radio's Success Express Business & Career show, aired live on Nov. 15, 2017. Board Game Industry Success Insider on Rob Ridgeway, inventor of award-winning and bestselling Spontuneous ‘The Song Game’. www.BigBlendRadio.com

Spooktacular guests hop aboard the haunted Big Blend Trick or Treat Party Bus and travel down Ghost Highway, sipping on ghoulish cocktails, swapping creepy and freaky tales, and playing Spontuneous ‘The Song Game’. Losers beware – Ghost Court awaits with Judge Ward Heinrichs and Hot Mama Babooschkah! Plus, there’s creepy music and haunting Halloween Hollywood History with Steve Schneickert! This Big Blend Radio Happy Hour Show show aired live on Oct. 25, 2017. See Cocktail Recipes and Featured Guests Here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/halloween-cocktail-party/

From Greece to South Africa, and Peru to the Netherlands, this lively Big Blend Radio World Travel Panel Discussion features: Allison August - Southern California blues singer-songwriter; Chip Schutzman – CEO & Founder of Miles High Productions; Ralph Masengill Jr. – Author of “Conquer Change & Win”; and Rob Ridgeway – Creator of Spontuneous “The Song Game”. www.BigBlendRadio.com

This episode of Big Blend Radio aired live on May 3, 2017. Acclaimed singer-songwriters and musicians Marty Axelrod, Severin Browne, Jeff Kossack, John Stowers, Ed Tree and Jimmy Yessian play new songs and talk about their third Tall Men Group album, FEAST. Plus, Spontuneous Rob Ridgeway, creator of the board game Spontuneous ‘The Song Game’, joins in the conversation and challenges the Tall Men to play a Happy Hour round of the radio version of Spontuneous! www.BigBlendRadio.com

Big Blend Radio’s 10 Year Anniversary Champagne Sundays Brunch Party show, aired live Jan. 8,, 2017! Special Guests include: Bobbi DePorter – Co-founder of SuperCamp and President of Quantum Learning Network; travel writer Linda Kissam ‘Food, Wine & Shopping Diva’; Glynn Burrows of Norfolk Tours UK; Rob Ridgeway the creator of Spontuneous ‘The Song Game’, and Hollywood History expert and actor Steve Schneickert. www.BigBlendRadio.com