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ABOUT DESMOND CHILD AND LIVIN' ON A PRAYER: BIG SONGS, BiG LIFEDesmond Child is the iconic Grammy® Award winning and Emmy nominated songwriter / producer who has contributed to some of the biggest global hits that helped ignite the success of music icons KISS, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Alice Cooper, Ricky Martin, Katy Perry, and countless others. Desmond is gearing up for the release of his first-ever memoir, “LIVIN' ON A PRAYER: BIG SONGS BIG LIFE” (out Sept. 19) – his personal story of anguish and struggle that reveals how he climbed his way to the top and beyond amid extraordinary circumstances. Sharing his very intimate and unbelievable journey that shaped him into an artist of international renown, the book features a foreword by Paul Stanley, in collaboration with legendary music biographer David Ritz.Having co-written over 80 Top 40 hits and selling over 500 million records worldwide, Desmond's contributions to the music industry have earned him induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame, and multiple prestigious awards. For over half a century, Desmond has collaborated with the world's most celebrated artists creating timeless classics, such as Bon Jovi's "Livin' On A Prayer" and "You Give Love A Bad Name," as well as Ricky Martin's "Livin' La Vida Loca" and "The Cup Of Life," amongst his vast catalog. But in "LIVIN' ON A PRAYER: BIG SONGS BIG LIFE," Desmond himself takes center stage to share his transformational story of a misfit outsider to cultural pacesetter.In the upcoming title, Desmond recounts his unconventional upbringing as his colorful family fled revolutionary Cuba for Florida in the 1960s and fell into poverty. He details his shocking discovery at age 18 that the man he called "dad" was not his biological father after all, and he courageously bares his soul about navigating the trials of being a Latino gay man in the macho world of Rock 'n' Roll. His is a story of willing himself to succeed and overcoming impossible odds to establish himself as one of the most influential composers and lyricists of all time.In an interview, Desmond can discuss the following:The triumphs, challenges, and lessons he's learned throughout his career * Inspiring others to embrace their own creative pursuits, overcome obstacles, and live their dreams to the fullestRevealing untold stories about the making of the hit songs that have become the soundtrack of our lives.Recounting the magic and inspiration behind each composition, while shedding light on what it's like to collaborate with music legends.Lessons from a maestro with invaluable resources for aspiring artists and industry professionals alike to understand songwriting, production, and the music industryDESMOND CHILD BIOGrammy-winning and Emmy-nominated songwriter Desmond Child is one of music's most prolific and accomplished hitmakers. He's a film, television, theater and music producer, recording artist, performer, and author. His credits appear on more than eighty Billboard Top 40 singles spanning six decades, including "Livin' On A Prayer," "You Give Love A Bad Name," "I Was Made For Lovin' You," "Dude Looks Like A Lady," "How Can We Be Lovers If We Can't Be Friends," "I Hate Myself For Loving You," "Livin' La Vida Loca," "The Cup Of Life," "Waking Up In Vegas," "Kings & Queens" and many more.From Aerosmith to Zedd, his genre-defying collaborations also include KISS, Bon Jovi, Cher, Barbra Streisand, Ricky Martin, Alice Cooper, Joan Jett, Michael Bolton, Katy Perry, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Garth Brooks, Cyndi Lauper, Christina Aguilera, Ava Max, Mickey Mouse and Kermit the Frog, selling over 500 million records worldwide with downloads, YouTube views and streaming plays in the billions.Desmond Child was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2008 and serves on its Board of Directors as well as the Board of ASCAP. In 2018 he received ASCAP's prestigious Founders Award celebrating 40 years as a proud member of ASCAP. In 2012 he also co-founded the Latin Songwriters Hall Of Fame where he serves as Chairman Emeritus. In 2022, he was inducted into the Latin Songwriters Hall Of Fame and "Livin' La Vida Loca" was inducted into the National Archives of the Library of Congress for its cultural significance to America. In 2023, "Livin' On A Prayer" was certified to have reached 1 billion streams on Spotify.Personal HistoryBA in Music Education from New York University 1976AA of Art from Miami Dade Community College 1974Graduated Miami Beach High School 1972Born John Charles Barrett October 28th, 1953Artist HistoryThe single, "Love on a Rooftop" charts Top 40 1990Released, "Discipline" through Elektra Records 19901st Top 40 hit, "Our Love Is Insane" Spring of 1979Musical guest on Saturday Night Live (original cast) Xmas show of 1979First U.S. Tour including legendary performances at The Bottom Line in NYC and The Whisky a Go Go in LA 1979Released first self-titled album, "Desmond Child & Rouge" 1979First signed to Capitol Records with group Desmond Child & Rouge 1978Billboard #1 Hits4th Billboard #1 "Livin' La Vida Loca" 19993rd Billboard #1 "Bad Medicine" Bon Jovi 19882nd Billboard #1 "Livin' On A Prayer" Bon Jovi 19871st Billboard #1 "You Give Love A Bad Name" Bon Jovi 19861st International #1 "I Was Made For Lovin' You" KISS 1979Honors & AwardsASCAP Founders Award 2018Songwriters Hall of Fame Inductee 2008Miami Beach High Wall of Fame (alongside Barbara Walters, Mickey Rourke, Andy Garcia)TAXI Lifetime Achievement Award 2004Emmy Award nomination for "Everyone Matters" The Muppets 2003Latin Grammy Award - Rock Album of the Year Alejandra Guzman 2001NARAS Florida Chapter Heroes Award 2000Grammy Nomination - Best Pop Album, Ricky Martin 2000Grammy Nomination - Record of the Year, "Livin' La Vida Loca" 2000Grammy Nomination - Song of the Year, "Livin' La Vida Loca" 2000Honored with Key Of The City of Miami Beach 1999El Premio Award - Song Of The Year "Livin' La Vida Loca" 1999Official World Cup Song - "La Copa De La Vida", "The Cup Of Life" 1998El Premio Award - Song Of The Year, "La Copa De La Vida", "The Cup Of Life" 1998Songs Recorded By:Aerosmith, Christina Aguilera, Clay Aiken, Animotion, Baha Men, Jimmy Barnes, Robin Beck, Beggars & Thieves, Stephanie Bentley, Petra Berger, Bif Naked, Blackhawk, Michael Bolton, Bon Jovi, Bonfire, Boyzone, Flavio Cesar, Bill Champlin, Chayanne, Judy Cheeks, Cher, Chicago, Kelly Clarkson, Clarence Clemons, Alice Cooper, Carlos Cuevos, Paul Dean, Diana DeGarmo, Desmond Child & Rouge, Dudes of Wrath, Dream Theater, Hilary Duff, Evil Stig, FM, Ellen Foley, Ace Frehley, The Gufs, Haddaway, Hall & Oates, Hanson, Chesney Hawkes, Ty Herndon, INXS, Joan Jett, Cletus T. Judd, KISS, Patti La Belle, Nikki Leonti, La Ley, Dan Lucas, Cyndi Lauper, Mitch Malloy, Amanda Marshall, Ricky Martin, Jesse McCartney, Stephanie McIntosh, Meat Loaf, Megadeth, Mika, Millie, Billie Myers, Alannah Myles, Vince Neil, Ru Paul, Chynna Phillips, Phoenix Down, Iggy Pop, Jason Raize, The Rasmus, RATT, LeAnn Rimes, Kane Roberts, Rosco, Roxette, Jennifer Rush, Richie Sambora, Saraya, Scorpions, Shakira, Sia, Sisqo, Southgang, Billy Squier, Paul Stanley, Barbra Streisand, Swirl 360, 3rd Faze, Bonnie Tyler, Kris Tyler, Carrie Underwood, Steve Vai, Maria Vidal, Anna Vissi, John Waite, Tim Weisberg, Robbie Williams, Peter Wolf and Trisha YearwoodLivin' On A Prayer: Big Songs Big Life available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Livin-Prayer-Big-Songs-Life-ebook/dp/B0BZT9MK68?ref_=ast_author_mpb
The Brooklyn Cafe Show guests Kendra Erica artists-singer, Christian Cameau KCL home health services 5618223956, Jay Harmon colored pencil artist,william Scally USDA-certifited argo-ecologist,Stephanie Mcintosh singing Gnomes, Frank.A. Roufolo Author --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebrooklyncafe/support
Stephanie McIntosh joins the show to chat about Olivia Newton John and her family's connection with the Aussie icon. Also, how to stop your kids swearing, Christo style. And a young GC singer had the chance to join Kate Miller Heidke last night at her concert in the Botanical Gardens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stephanie McIntosh joins the show to chat about Olivia Newton John and her family's connection with the Aussie icon. Also, how to stop your kids swearing, Christo style. And a young GC singer had the chance to join Kate Miller Heidke last night at her concert in the Botanical Gardens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stephanie McIntosh joins the show to chat about Olivia Newton John and her family's connection with the Aussie icon. Also, how to stop your kids swearing, Christo style. And a young GC singer had the chance to join Kate Miller Heidke last night at her concert in the Botanical Gardens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stephanie McIntosh joins the show to chat about Olivia Newton John and her family's connection with the Aussie icon. Also, how to stop your kids swearing, Christo style. And a young GC singer had the chance to join Kate Miller Heidke last night at her concert in the Botanical Gardens.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stephanie McIntosh joins the show to chat about Olivia Newton John and her family's connection with the Aussie icon. Also, how to stop your kids swearing, Christo style. And a young GC singer had the chance to join Kate Miller Heidke last night at her concert in the Botanical Gardens.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stephanie McIntosh joins the show to chat about Olivia Newton John and her family's connection with the Aussie icon. Also, how to stop your kids swearing, Christo style. And a young GC singer had the chance to join Kate Miller Heidke last night at her concert in the Botanical Gardens.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ryan Brown is a professional drummer and percussionist in Los Angeles, California. In addition to his gig as the drummer for Dweezil Zappa, he plays with Los Angeles-based bands The Young Royals, Black Belt Karate, SexTapes, AM/FM, The Fuxedos and Madras, and in the bands of artists Arrica Rose, Karem Malicki-Sanchez, Colin Armstrong, Josh Canova, Space Oddity and rapper J Naugh-T. He has toured with Taiwanese pop star Chyi-Chin and L.A. bands OWL and Ultraviolet, performed on “Last Call with Carson Daly” with Ingrid Michaelson and played the Bern Jazz Festival in Switzerland with R&B artist Niki Haris. He has recorded tracks and albums with producers Marti Frederiksen, Mark Hudson, Mikal Reid, Russ Irwin, Rob Seals, Glen Laughlin, Rob Shrock, Brian Dobbs, Klaus Derendorf, Brian Paturalski, Billy Morrison, Larry Crane and David Weisberg, including the hit single “The Real Thing” from Bo Bice. Ryan can also be heard on releases by Foreigner, Circus Diablo, Hannah Montana, Clay Aiken, Cassie Davis, Nick Lachey, Jesse McCartney, Heather Graham, Suzie McNeil (Rock Star INXS) and Stephanie McIntosh, as well as on the movie soundtracks for Ice Age: Continental Drift (Adam Schlesinger), Kung Fu Panda (Hans Zimmer and John Powell) and The Dark Knight (Hans Zimmer). He's performed on recordings with Alex Lifeson, Earl Slick, Elliot Easton and Rudy Sarzo. Ryan has also appeared as a sideline musician in numerous TV shows and movies, including Pirates of the Caribbean 3: At World's End, Desperate Housewives, Jag and Samantha Who?. He plays all styles of music, including rock, R&B, jazz, ska, funk, blues, folk and country. He is on the drum faculty at Musicians Institute in Hollywood, Calif., and teaches private lessons as well. A native of Denver, Colorado, he has played drums and percussion since he was 11 years old. Ryan graduated from Indiana University with a degree in jazz studies and percussion. In this episode, Ryan talks about: Why he chose Los Angeles Teaching and mentoring Growing his network in LA The audition for Dweezil's gig Channeling Zappa's drummers on the gig Working with Alex Lifeson
We had a great catch up with the lovely Stephanie Macintosh in today's ep. Steph was Australian raised and born (and we all actually went to high school together), she now calls LA home. Whilst living abroad she has given birth to two beautiful girls Mila and Goldie with her partner Pete. We talked to her all about motherhood and her approach to raising kids, finding her partner in la la land and falling in love. We chatted about the LA lifestyle, health and well-being, as well as her career as an actress and singer. Steph is an all round down to earth beautiful woman with so much great stuff to share. We hope you enjoy! For more information about today's guest's, topics and any brands, business's or products discussed as well as our Auslan interpreted video's head to www.incommonprojects.com.au Follow us + join the conversation: Instagram Facebook Twitter Elevator music from 1:31-1:50 by Casa Bossa Nova Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License More about the show: https://www.incommonprojects.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the fourth episode of this podcast series, hosts Taylor Kelley and Stephanie McIntosh will dive deeper into our steps in raising our vibrations by making peace with our past and learning how to grow into our path. We touch on generational trauma, our wild college days at Florida State and receiving the building blocks to creating our ideal livelihoods. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/butlikewhy/support
In this episode Taylor Kelley and Stephanie McIntosh go into greater details about our influences, spiritual growth and discuss the many ways changes in our life have led us to where we are today. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/butlikewhy/support
In this introductory episode - we revisit the last few months and meet our podcast hosts, Taylor Kelley and Stephanie McIntosh. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/butlikewhy/support
This week David and Joel take things Down Under for a special episode covering the iconic 2000s "Neighbours" and "Home and Away" stars who hit the pop charts! They cover: * Delta Goodrem’s original teen-pop debut pre-"Neighbours": ‘I Don’t Care’ * Holly Valance’s mark on the music scene with the global megahit ‘Kiss Kiss’ and debut album "Footprints" following her departure from "Neighbours" - plus her cult classic second album "State of Mind" * "Home & Away" darling Bec Cartwright’s (better known these days as Bec Hewitt) debut single ‘All Seats Taken’ and her self-titled album. * Tammin Sursok’s singles after she left "Home & Away", including 'Pointless Relationship', and her subsequent Hollywood success. * Stephanie McIntosh’s debut single ‘Mistake’ and debut album "Tightrope", her reality show "The Steph Show" and Joel going to her "Loose Women" interview and his continuing fandom for her bops. Follow us for more 00s pop love: @rightbackpod @feedlimmy/@lovelimmy @dr_joelb Email our hearts: rightbackpod@gmail.com
Ryan Brown is a professional drummer and percussionist in Los Angeles, California. In addition to his gig as the drummer for Dweezil Zappa, he plays with Los Angeles-based bands The Young Royals, Black Belt Karate, SexTapes, AM/FM, The Fuxedos and Madras, and in the bands of artists Arrica Rose, Karem Malicki-Sanchez, Colin Armstrong, Josh Canova, Space Oddity and rapper J Naugh-T. He has toured with Taiwanese pop star Chyi-Chin and L.A. bands OWL and Ultraviolet, performed on “Last Call with Carson Daly” with Ingrid Michaelson and played the Bern Jazz Festival in Switzerland with R&B artist Niki Haris. He has recorded tracks and albums with producers Marti Frederiksen, Mark Hudson, Mikal Reid, Russ Irwin, Rob Seals, Glen Laughlin, Rob Shrock, Brian Dobbs, Klaus Derendorf, Brian Paturalski, Billy Morrison, Larry Crane and David Weisberg, including the hit single “The Real Thing” from Bo Bice. Ryan can also be heard on releases by Foreigner, Circus Diablo, Hannah Montana, Clay Aiken, Cassie Davis, Nick Lachey, Jesse McCartney, Heather Graham, Suzie McNeil (Rock Star INXS) and Stephanie McIntosh, as well as on the movie soundtracks for Ice Age: Continental Drift (Adam Schlesinger), Kung Fu Panda (Hans Zimmer and John Powell) and The Dark Knight (Hans Zimmer). He’s performed on recordings with Alex Lifeson, Earl Slick, Elliot Easton and Rudy Sarzo. Ryan has also appeared as a sideline musician in numerous TV shows and movies, including Pirates of the Caribbean 3: At World’s End, Desperate Housewives, Jag and Samantha Who?. He plays all styles of music, including rock, R&B, jazz, ska, funk, blues, folk and country. He is on the drum faculty at Musicians Institute in Hollywood, Calif., and teaches private lessons as well. A native of Denver, Colorado, he has played drums and percussion since he was 11 years old. Ryan graduated from Indiana University with a degree in jazz studies and percussion. Jason and Dave can be found at www.guitarninjas.co www.davejohnstone.com
Stephanie McIntosh, best known to the Neighbuzz fam as Sky Mangel on 'Neighbours' chats to Vaya Pashos in the mobile PirateNet Studios on the literal road in Los Angeles, USA! We cover Steph's involvement in one of the touchstone TV moments in Australian history; her life as Sky an since Sky; plus her music - make sure you give the Tightrope album another listen; it's wall-to-wall pop belters! Subscribe to Neighbuzz on iTunes for more episodes and check out the Steph selfies (Stelphies??) at neighbuzzpod.com!
Systemize, Scale, & Automate Your Business with Productivity Expert Nancy Gaines
Stephanie McIntosh, founder of Virtual McIntosh Virtual Assistants, shares how to effectively use your Virtual Assistant to grow your company. She provides timely tips on hiring, vetting, and working with an assistant. Listen to podcast and learn how most VAs are quick learners and self starters. Just trust your virtual assistant, start small, and you will see what an integral part your VA will be to your company.
Systemize, Scale, & Automate Your Business with Productivity Expert Nancy Gaines
Stephanie McIntosh, founder of Virtual McIntosh Virtual Assistants, shares how to effectively use your Virtual Assistant to grow your company. She provides timely tips on hiring, vetting, and working with an assistant. Listen to podcast and learn how most VAs are quick learners and self starters. Just trust your virtual assistant, start small, and you will see what an integral part your VA will be to your company.
While suffering from a broken foot, Paul checks in with his old friend Ryan Brown - drummer extraordinaire and current skin beater for Dweezil Zappa's band (the name of which we're not actually printing here because there's some controversy about it - check out the WTF episode with Dweezil for details). It's a pretty long episode because they had a lot to catch up on, but well worth it! ABOUT RYAN BROWN Ryan Brown is a professional drummer and percussionist in Los Angeles, California. In addition to his gig as the drummer for Zappa Plays _______ he plays with Los Angeles-based bands Black Belt Karate, SexTapes, AM/FM, The Fuxedos and Madras, and in the bands of artists Arrica Rose, Karem Malicki-Sanchez, Colin Armstrong, Josh Canova, Space Oddity and rapper J Naugh-T. He has toured with Taiwanese pop star Chyi-Chin and L.A. bands OWL and Ultraviolet, performed on “Last Call with Carson Daly” with Ingrid Michaelson and played the Bern Jazz Festival in Switzerland with R&B artist Niki Haris. He has recorded tracks and albums with producers Marti Frederiksen, Mark Hudson, Mikal Reid, Russ Irwin, Rob Seals, Glen Laughlin, Rob Shrock, Brian Dobbs, Klaus Derendorf, Brian Paturalski, Billy Morrison, Larry Crane and David Weisberg, including the hit single “The Real Thing” from Bo Bice. Ryan can also be heard on releases by Foreigner, Circus Diablo, Hannah Montana, Clay Aiken, Cassie Davis, Nick Lachey, Jesse McCartney, Heather Graham, Suzie McNeil (Rock Star INXS) and Stephanie McIntosh, as well as on the movie soundtracks for Kung Fu Panda (Hans Zimmer and John Powell) and The Dark Knight (Hans Zimmer). He’s performed on recordings with Alex Lifeson, Earl Slick, Elliot Easton and Rudy Sarzo. Ryan has also appeared as a sideline musician in numerous TV shows and movies, including Pirates of the Caribbean 3: At World’s End, Desperate Housewives, Jag and Samantha Who?. He plays all styles of music, including rock, R&B, jazz, ska, funk, blues, folk and country. He is on the drum faculty at Musicians Institute in Hollywood, Calif., and teaches private lessons as well. A native of Denver, Colorado, he has played drums and percussion since he was 11 years old. Ryan graduated from Indiana University with a degree in jazz studies and percussion.
Ryan Carnes is an American actor. He attended Duke University where he was a member of DUMB, the Duke University Marching Band. He is currently working on a collaboration with other musicians and is an accomplished drummer of 15 years. In 2003 Carnes was part of a national campaign for Nintendo which was both in print and commercial. Carnes first started acting in 2004 when he became the ninth actor to portray Lucas Jones on the ABC soap opera General Hospital from July 2004 until September 2005. After he left General Hospital, he was replaced by Ben Hogestyn. From 2004–06, he had a recurring role on Desperate Housewives as Justin, the love interest of Andrew Van de Kamp, played by Shawn Pyfrom. Carnes starred in the 2004 film Eating Out, and the 2006 movie Surf School. He also starred in the video for the song "Mistake" by Australian actress/singer Stephanie McIntosh.