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On this episode of Coffee, Country & Cody, we welcome hit songwriter Steve Dorff! 0:00 - Welcome / What’s Coming Up 1:52 - Entertainment with Bill Cody 5:19 - Interview with Jim Lauderdale and Kristy Cox Nothing gets a morning started better than “Coffee, Country and Cody.” The show’s namesake is Country Music Disc Jockey Hall of Famer and affable television personality Bill Cody. Joining Bill is his producer/sidekick/sports guy/fellow brilliant conversationalist, Charlie Mattos. And rounding out WSM’s dynamic morning crew is Kelly Sutton, Nashville’s go-to entertainment journalist. Together, Bill, Charlie and Kelly start every weekday off with great music—country, bluegrass, Americana, Opry cuts, and live studio guests, the latest news, entertaining features, and more. Coffee, Country & Cody airs LIVE Monday - Friday! You can listen on WSM 650 AM, and watch on Circle Country through the CircleNow app, and stream on Roku, Samsung TV Plus, Peacock, Vizio, Xumo, Redbox, Sling, and Fubo! About WSM Radio: WSM is the most famed country music radio station in the world. Each day since it first signed on in 1925, the station has shared country, bluegrass, and Americana music, as well as the excitement of Music City with friends in Middle Tennessee and listeners around the world. Listen anytime on 650 AM, WSMradio.com, or our free mobile app. Connect with WSM Radio: Visit the WSM Radio WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/650AMWSM Follow WSM Radio on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wsmradio Like WSM Radio on FACEBOOK: http://bit.ly/WSMRadioFB Check out WSM Radio on INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/WSMRadioInsta Follow WSM Radio on X: http://bit.ly/WSMRadioTweets Listen to WSM Radio LIVE: http://bit.ly/WSMListenLive Listen to WSM on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/live/wsm-radio...
This is a must listen to episode!Derek interviews 2018 Songwriter Hall of Fame Inductee, Steve Dorff. Steve talks with Derek about his personal journey, legendary career, dealing with personal tragedy, what success looks like, and stories of writing and working with the top musical artists of all time.Steve also shares highlights from his new book "I wrote That One Too...A Life In Songwriting From Whitney To Willie". Order Steve's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Wrote-That-One-Too-Songwriting/dp/1495077292 3 time Grammy and 6 time Emmy nominated Steve Dorff has written songs sung by the likes of Barbra Streisand, Kenny Rogers, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Anne Murray, George Strait, Garth Brooks and countless others, while also establishing himself as a gifted film and television composer. He's tallied over 40 BMI awards with hits like Rogers' “Through the Years,” Murray's “I Just Fall in Love Again” (Billboard's top country hit of 1979), Strait's “I Cross My Heart,” Lee Greenwood's “Don't Underestimate My Love for You,” and Eddie Rabbitt's “Every Which Way But Loose”—the title track from Clint Eastwood's 1978 film. His songs have charted in 5 successive decades, with #1 records across 4 decades.Dorff has also composed TV music for Spenser: For Hire, Murphy Brown, The Singing Bee, Just the 10 of Us, Growing Pains, Murder She Wrote, Columbo and Reba; his other film contributions include songs and scores for Bronco Billy, Rocky IV, Pure Country, Tin Cup and Honky Tonk Man.Key songs in the Dorff catalog include: * Through The Years * I Just Fall In Love Again * Heartland * Every Which Way But Loose * Hypnotize The Moon * I Cross My Heart, and countless others recorded by over 250 Artists from all genres of music.His many TV and cable movie credits include the Emmy nominated CBS mini-series "Elvis", the Hallmark Hall of Fame "Rose Hill", the animated Christmas classic "Annabelle's Wish", "Babe Ruth", "The Quick and The Dead", "Moonshine Highway" and "The Defiant Ones". Dorff's many movie songs and scores have been featured in "Bronco Billy", "Blast From The Past", "Rocky IV", "Pure Country", "Tin Cup", "Michael", "Dudley Do-Right", "Dancer, Texas", "The Last Boy Scout", "Curly Sue" and "Honky Tonk Man".Perhaps Dorff's most ambitious move to date has been a giant leap into his first love, musical theater. He currently has two projects making their way to the stage: "Josephine" (The Josephine Baker Story) and "Pure Country" (The Musical).
Check out this exclusive interview with our host Dean Wilson and established singer songwriter Nitanee Paris! Nitanee Paris hails from Pennsylvania, where she was influenced by the rich musical tapestry of her urban neighborhood, including the songs of a historic African American church next door and a Puerto Rican church across the street. These early experiences fueled her passion for diversity and tolerance, which she later expressed through songwriting. Her musical journey was shaped by punk, political messages, Woody Guthrie, Rage Against the Machine, and her father's love for classic country music. Moving to Los Angeles, she pursued songwriting after earning a degree in socio-cultural Anthropology with honors. She also studied songwriting at UCLA Extension under Marty Panzer. Nitanee's music has been licensed for various TV networks and platforms, including VIACOM, PARAMOUNT, CBS Sports, NETFLIX, MTV, VH1, BRAVO, HULU, and more. Her work has appeared in feature films, commercials, and corporate campaigns. As a collaborator, she's worked with renowned songwriters and artists like Steve Dorff, Gary Nicholson, Macy Gray, and many others. She's received several awards and nominations, including the 2021 Grand Prize in the Electronic Category of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Nitanee actively contributes to the music community by hosting workshops, charity events, and showcases, including "Nitanee's Nashville Nights" and the ArtistMax showcase. She's also involved in various music organizations and serves on boards and committees. Tune in as she speaks on her discovery of inner creativity and how that resulted in a fruitful vision to uplift the next generation of artists and marginalized communities as well as how she actively advocates for young artists who lacked support, seeking to establish a feeling of comradery and inspiring a spirit of kindness. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goodlifeconversations/support
On this episode, Songwriter Hall Of Famer Steve Dorff drops by the studio to discuss his involvement in the score & musical selections for the new film "Dead Man's Hand". Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed. Plus, you'll get access to the limited-time "Famous Friends: Guests of the Grand Ole Opry" exhibit at the Acuff House. Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming. And now you can hear WSM on iHeartRadio as well!
This is a must listen to episode!Derek interviews 2018 Songwriter Hall of Fame Inductee, Steve Dorff. Steve talks with Derek about his personal journey, legendary career, dealing with personal tragedy, what success looks like, and stories of writing and working with the top musical artists of all time.Steve also shares highlights from his new book "I wrote That One Too...A Life In Songwriting From Whitney To Willie". Order Steve's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Wrote-That-One-Too-Songwriting/dp/1495077292 3 time Grammy and 6 time Emmy nominated Steve Dorff has written songs sung by the likes of Barbra Streisand, Kenny Rogers, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Anne Murray, George Strait, Garth Brooks and countless others, while also establishing himself as a gifted film and television composer. He's tallied over 40 BMI awards with hits like Rogers' “Through the Years,” Murray's “I Just Fall in Love Again” (Billboard's top country hit of 1979), Strait's “I Cross My Heart,” Lee Greenwood's “Don't Underestimate My Love for You,” and Eddie Rabbitt's “Every Which Way But Loose”—the title track from Clint Eastwood's 1978 film. His songs have charted in 5 successive decades, with #1 records across 4 decades.Dorff has also composed TV music for Spenser: For Hire, Murphy Brown, The Singing Bee, Just the 10 of Us, Growing Pains, Murder She Wrote, Columbo and Reba; his other film contributions include songs and scores for Bronco Billy, Rocky IV, Pure Country, Tin Cup and Honky Tonk Man.Key songs in the Dorff catalog include: * Through The Years * I Just Fall In Love Again * Heartland * Every Which Way But Loose * Hypnotize The Moon * I Cross My Heart, and countless others recorded by over 250 Artists from all genres of music.His many TV and cable movie credits include the Emmy nominated CBS mini-series "Elvis", the Hallmark Hall of Fame "Rose Hill", the animated Christmas classic "Annabelle's Wish", "Babe Ruth", "The Quick and The Dead", "Moonshine Highway" and "The Defiant Ones". Dorff's many movie songs and scores have been featured in "Bronco Billy", "Blast From The Past", "Rocky IV", "Pure Country", "Tin Cup", "Michael", "Dudley Do-Right", "Dancer, Texas", "The Last Boy Scout", "Curly Sue" and "Honky Tonk Man".Perhaps Dorff's most ambitious move to date has been a giant leap into his first love, musical theater. He currently has two projects making their way to the stage: "Josephine" (The Josephine Baker Story) and "Pure Country" (The Musical).
You might not fall in love with weirdos who you've only known for four or five days, who collect baseball cards, and pee when they see the ocean, and have perfect table manners, but it's perfectly fine to fall in love with Filmshake, as we're talking 1999's Brendan Fraser and Alicia Silverstone-starring romantic comedy, Blast From the Past. After your two favorite podcast gentleman have a perfectly pleasant conversation about this sweet 'lil champagne cocktail of a film, they talk this episode's punishment movie, ANOTHER 1999 Brendan Fraser film, and not the one where he fights a sexy deceased man. That only leaves one film, and that film is Dudley Do-Right...which one of your hosts likes?Music Heard this Episode:"Adam & Eve Love Theme" -- Steve Dorff"It's a Good Day" -- Perry Como"Mr. Zoot Suit" -- Ingrid Lucia & the Flying Neutrinos"Dudley Do-Right of the Royal Mounties" -- Fred Steiner"Political Science" -- Randy NewmanConnect with us!PatreonTwitterFacebookEmailLinktr.eeLetterboxd - Nic & JordanThe Nicsperiment
Honored as a 2018 Inductee to the prestigious Songwriter's Hall of Fame in NYC,3 time Grammy and 6 time Emmy nominated Steve Dorff has written songs sung by the likes of Barbra Streisand, Kenny Rogers, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Anne Murray, George Strait, Garth Brooks and countless others, while also establishing himself as a gifted film and television composer. He's tallied over 40 BMI awards with hits like Rogers' “Through the Years,” Murray's “I Just Fall in Love Again” (Billboard's top country hit of 1979), Strait's “I Cross My Heart,” Lee Greenwood's “Don't Underestimate My Love for You,” and Eddie Rabbitt's “Every Which Way But Loose”—the title track from Clint Eastwood's 1978 film. His songs have charted in 5 successive decades, with #1 records across 4 decades. Dorff has also composed TV music for Spenser: For Hire, Murphy Brown, The Singing Bee, Just the 10 of Us, Growing Pains, Murder She Wrote, Columbo and Reba; his other film contributions include songs and scores for Bronco Billy, Rocky IV, Pure Country, Tin Cup and Honky Tonk Man. Key songs in the Dorff catalog include: * Through The Years * I Just Fall In Love Again * Heartland * Every Which Way But Loose * Hypnotize The Moon * I Cross My Heart, and countless others recorded by over 250 Artists from all genres of music. His many TV and cable movie credits include the Emmy nominated CBS mini-series "Elvis", the Hallmark Hall of Fame "Rose Hill", the animated Christmas classic "Annabelle's Wish", "Babe Ruth", "The Quick and The Dead", "Moonshine Highway" and "The Defiant Ones". Dorff's many movie songs and scores have been featured in "Bronco Billy", "Blast From The Past", "Rocky IV", "Pure Country", Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.
Hello again Backstory family! We have a very special episode for you! Cat's Whitley County High School class has just had their 40th reunion, and had chosen “Through the Years” way back in 1982 as their class song. We first have the honor of talking with Steve Dorff, who wrote the song, and shares the story of how it got written, as well as the events that transpired in pitching the song to Kenny Rogers. Steve also shares some additional stories from his long and successful songwriting career. With five decades, 20 top 10 hits, Grammy and Emmy award nominations, and a spot in the Songwriter's Hall of Fame under his belt, Steve has had his songs recorded by over 250 artists. A truely remarkable career, with no signs of slowing down. We can't thank him enough for agreeing to sit down with us and talk about the song and share his own impressions of it, as well as feedback he continually gets about it. We then turn our attention to some of Cat's classmates who share with us what the song has meant to them looking back at thier high school days, and what it means to them now, 40 years later. We also hear the ways in which life has changed for each of them after high school, and where they are now. It is an interesting mix of stories that are funny, sweet, at times bittersweet, and definitely have many twists and turns. One thing is clear though : The Whitley County class of ‘82 is a special group. The love they share for each other as classmates is evident in every minute of this episode. From the feedback we received in planning the episode, to the lengths they all went to to make sure those who weren't able to attend the reunion were still able to be a part of it was amazing. We hope you enjoy this sentimental episode, and we congratulate the Whitley County Class of ‘82 on their 40th reunion. Special thanks to our guests (in no particular order): Angie Wilson, Gary Bryant, Nat Hyde, Jim Wilson, Judith Streetman Sherman, Tami Moses Cox Mason, and Teresa Rountree
Steve Dorff is one of the most successful and significant songwriters of the last 25 years. He has penned over 20 top 10 hits including Through the Years (sung by Kenny Rogers) and I Cross My Heart (George Strait). He also composed television scores for Growing Pains, Murder She Wrote, Major Dad. His movie credits include one of our favorites- Any Which Way But Loose. On this show, we go deep into his career asking questions from notable musicians and songwriters along with former colleagues of Sir George Martin. Enjoy this inside the industry conversation with the incomparable Steve Dorff.
Steve Dorff is one of the most successful and significant songwriters of the last 25 years. He has penned over 20 top 10 hits including Through the Years (sung by Kenny Rogers) and I Cross My Heart (George Strait). He also composed television scores for Growing Pains, Murder She Wrote, Major Dad. His movie credits include one of our favorites- Any Which Way But Loose. On this show, we go deep into his career asking questions from notable musicians and songwriters along with former colleagues of Sir George Martin. Enjoy this inside the industry conversation with the incomparable Steve Dorff.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.
We had a great conversation with Zoee on The Chris & Sandy Show. We talked about many things from family, music, sacrifices, she told some great stories including one about Rod Stewart plus a whole lot more!!! Raised in a family of musicians, music was Zoee's first language. The award-winning crossover pop-country Australian native - with her distinctive vocals and honest, emotional lyrics - is a star about to go Supernova. Most recently, Zoee won "Song of the Year" 2021 at the Women of Country Awards and "Best Folk Band/Duo/Group of the Year" and "Best Group of the Year" at the FPCM Awards 2020. Having already written and sung a feature film soundtrack, topped the Scottish New Music Charts, charted in the Top 20 on Amazon Country Chart, and toured the U.K, Ireland, and the U S., where she has performed at hundreds of festivals and support shows, played at the prestigious Bluebird Cafe and the CMA Festival in Nashville with her band, the future is bright for Zoee.Zoee recently moved to Nashville in 2022 and is currently collaborating with Grammy nominated and winning songwriters, including James House, Jeff Cohen, Steve Dorff and Kyle Jacobs to name a few. Critics are saying of Zoee's latest release "...'It Ain't Love' gives us an overall look at the signatures that Zoee brings to the table with very solid lyrics, a vocal ability that sees her utilizing the entire range of her voice to hit the emotional highs and lows, and a sound that throws it back to the powerhouse vocal era of 90's country, but she perfectly stays steeped in the here and now." - Jeffery Kurtis (Today's Country)
Success LegendZ welcomes John Berry, Grammy award winning country singer and songwriter. He has recorded and released a new album, Find My Joy, featuring heartfelt renditions of Gospel classics. His unmistakeable voice has garnered Platinum records and 20 hit singles. Hear about his collaboration with Steve Dorff. And enjoy the story of re-releasing The Graduation Song, remixed by his son. He's the pride of Athens, Georgia and he's a good one.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.
Steve Dorff never wanted the spotlight. As a young musician and budding songwriter, he had his sights set on writing great songs for the most prominent voices in popular music - and he did just that. Early on, his songs landed in the hands and voices of several country and Western artists, which seemed like an unusual pairing considering that Steve grew-up in New York City. In fact, the first top ten song he wrote was for the legendary Roy Rogers with a tune called “Hoppy Gene and Me.” From there, a chance meeting with actor Clint Eastwood not only brought him additional songwriting hits, but it was also his foray into scoring for films and eventually television. Throughout his career, Steve has written over 20 top ten hits for pop and country artists, including Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Blake Shelton, Smokey Robinson, Kenny Rogers, Ray Charles, Anne Murray, Whitney Houston, George Strait, Dolly Parton, Judy Collins, Cher, Dusty Springfield, Ringo Starr, and Garth Brooks. Here to talk to us about his incredible, musical journey is Steve Dorff.
We open with Kenny Rogers singing Through the Years, one of the many hit songs written by Tom's next guest, Steve Dorff. The winner of more than 40 BMI Awards, Dorff is an inductee to the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and he has written more than 20 top 10 hits for iconic artists like Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Anne Murray, Garth Brooks, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, and Dusty Springfield. He's also composed countless scores for movies and television shows like Growing Pains, Murphy Brown, Murder She Wrote and the Clint Eastwood film, Every Which Way But Loose. He is giving concerts tonight and tomorrow night at 8pm in Annapolis to benefit the Classic Theater of Maryland. Follow the link for ticket information. Steve Dorff joins us on Zoom from Annapolis… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This month's guest didn't set out to write some of country music's most romantic ballads. But then...Clint Eastwood called. There is no doubt Steve Dorff is talented beyond measure. But how he found country music - or rather, how country music found him- is a tale all to itself. Sit back and enjoy the incredible story of an incredible artist: composer, arranger, director, lyricist...he can-and has- done it all. And that's not even counting the theme song to "Growing Pains." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Steve Dorff, a 3-time Grammy and 6-time Emmy nominated songwriter, will join Frank and Billy on the November 3rd episode of A Mick A Mook and A Mic. Honored as a 2018 Inductee to the prestigious Songwriter's Hall of Fame in NYC, Dorff has written songs sung by the likes of Barbra Streisand, Kenny Rogers, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Anne Murray, George Strait, Garth Brooks and countless others, while also establishing himself as a gifted film and television composer.Steve has tallied over 40 BMI awards with hits like Rogers' “Through the Years,” Murray's “I Just Fall in Love Again” (Billboard's top country hit of 1979), Strait's “I Cross My Heart”, Lee Greenwood's “Don't Underestimate My Love for You,” and Eddie Rabbitt's “Every Which Way But Loose”—the title track from Clint Eastwood's 1978 film.Steve Dorff songs have charted in 5 successive decades, with #1 records across 4 decades.Dorff has also composed TV music for Spenser: For Hire, Murphy Brown, The Singing Bee, Just the 10 of Us, Growing Pains, Murder She Wrote, Columbo and Reba. His other film contributions include songs and scores for Bronco Billy, Rocky IV, Pure Country, Tin Cup, and Honky Tonk Man.Be sure to join Mick and Mook and meet one of the most talented songwriters ever!
This special episode of Big Blend Radio honors the life and music of acclaimed singer-songwriter and musician Jimmy "Muffin" Yessian. Featured guests include friends and musicians Jeff Kossack, Marty Axelrod, and Warren Sellers who share some of the songs and stories from the album "Muffin Music" that pay tribute to Jimmy's songs and music. Learn more and purchase the album which benefits the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, here: https://muffinmusic2021.bandcamp.com/releases Jimmy Yessian was a passionate live performer who connected instantly with his audiences. He performed around the United States and Europe with artists as diverse as Anthony Smith, Brian White, Jeffrey Steele, Allan Rich, Steve Dorff, Al Anderso, and Chuck Cannon, to name a few. He was appointed VP of Creative Development for Ash Street Music Publishing and was in charge of signing and developing young writers; he also signed an exclusive writers agreement with the company. Yessian was invited and performed in Venice, Italy for the World Global Party to help raise money for children's charities from 180 countries. His song “Stand Tall America,” co-written with Gary Baker (“I Swear” and “I'm Already There”) and Jerry Williams was the featured song in the PBS aired documentary film “One Voice/ The Healing Pole” and is the lead song on the “Inspiration New York” CD. Jimmy performed solo, founded the “Tall Men Group,” and toured and recorded Jeff Kossack as the duo – “From Different Mothers”. We miss him. He lives on through the memories and beautiful music he made with so many. We all love you Muffin Man.
This special episode of Big Blend Radio honors the life and music of acclaimed singer-songwriter and musician Jimmy "Muffin" Yessian. Featured guests include friends and musicians Jeff Kossack, Marty Axelrod, and Warren Sellers who share some of the songs and stories from the album "Muffin Music" that pay tribute to Jimmy's songs and music. Learn more and purchase the album which benefits the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, here: https://muffinmusic2021.bandcamp.com/releases Jimmy Yessian was a passionate live performer who connected instantly with his audiences. He performed around the United States and Europe with artists as diverse as Anthony Smith, Brian White, Jeffrey Steele, Allan Rich, Steve Dorff, Al Anderso, and Chuck Cannon, to name a few. He was appointed VP of Creative Development for Ash Street Music Publishing and was in charge of signing and developing young writers; he also signed an exclusive writers agreement with the company. Yessian was invited and performed in Venice, Italy for the World Global Party to help raise money for children's charities from 180 countries. His song “Stand Tall America,” co-written with Gary Baker (“I Swear” and “I'm Already There”) and Jerry Williams was the featured song in the PBS aired documentary film “One Voice/ The Healing Pole” and is the lead song on the “Inspiration New York” CD.Jimmy performed solo, founded the “Tall Men Group,” and toured and recorded Jeff Kossack as the duo – “From Different Mothers”. We miss him. He lives on through the memories and beautiful music he made with so many. We all love you Muffin Man.
Back with another episode of “3 Chord Truths”, where we talk with songwriters and musicians, and reveal their motivations as well as their amazing backstories. In this episode, we pull up a chair and chat with songwriter, musician, and actor, Bobby Tomberlin. Bobby's single “I've Lived Country Music” provides the backdrop for this really great discussion with someone who has worked with, met, or is friends with many of the legends of country music, as well as some of today's artist. His stories are funny, sweet, always entertaining, and provide an amazing view of some of the history of the country music genre, as well as Bobby's personal connections and many experiences. It was a pleasure speaking with him, and we hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did making it. We wish to thank Bobby for his time with us talking about his amazing career. Bobby Tomberlin Bio: Grammy, CMA and ACM nominee Bobby Tomberlin started out in the music business at the age of 11 in his hometown of Luverne, Alabama interviewing legends such as Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings and Keith Whitley. Mel Tillis gave Bobby his first publishing contract and for the past 14 years, Bobby has been a staff writer for CURB Records Publishing. Bobby co-wrote the number one country and Top 5 AC single, “One More Day” recorded by Diamond Rio. Bobby also co-authored an inspirational book by the same title. Bobby co-wrote the Top 10 single “A Good Day To Run” with Darryl Worley. Bobby has also had songs recorded by Josh Turner, Faith Hill, Kenny Rogers, Rodney Atkins, Joe Nichols, Terri Clark, Little Jimmy Dickens, the Oak Ridge Boys, Joe Diffie, Jerry Lee Lewis, Ty Herndon, Lee Greenwood, Chely Wright, Linda Davis, Chris Young, T. G. Sheppard, Eddy Arnold and many others. Some of Bobby's co-writers include Steve Wariner, Bill Anderson, Mac Davis, Steve Dorff, Phil Everly and Josh Turner. Bobby is one of the singers on the new CMT hit series, “The Singing Bee” Bobby has appeared on numerous other television shows including “Opry Backstage” and “The Bad Girls Club” on the Oxygen Network, where he starred in an episode. Bobby makes numerous live appearances every year across the country and is a featured guest on the Steve Dorff and Friends Songwriter Show.
With Heyang still on assignment, John digs back into the Music Monday archives, and has produced a "Best of" show with music and more from Heidi Newfield, Seth King, Steve Dorff, Graham Russell from Air Supply, Mark Johnson of Playing For Change, David Stoddard and KT Tunstall. The Bridge-bringing the world together, one song at a time.
Please join us as we welcome Kaitlyn Dorff to chat with Heart of Indie Radio Co-Host Emme Lentino Bio: Kaitlyn Dorff is a 21-year-old, born and raised in Los Angeles, California. As a child born into the industry, Kaitlyn spent her childhood immersed in music, and had her first professional gig at the age of 9 in the Warner Bros. Feature Film “Pure Country 2”. Through the years, Kaitlyn has been cast in commercials, musicals, and has spent a vast amount of time recording music professionally. Her love for the entertainment industry started at a young age due to being born into a family of entertainers. Her father, Steve Dorff, was inducted into the prestigious Songwriters Hall of Fame, her brother, Andrew Dorff, a hit songwriter, her brother, Stephen Dorff, a successful actor, and her mother, Lori Hart, being a touring dancer all attributed to her immersion in the industry. Kaitlyn just released her debut single “Parties” which you can find on all streaming platforms. With the recent release of her debut single, “Parties,” Kaitlyn has officially carved out her own place as a talented pop artist and writer.
My Wright Stuff, hosted by Grammy-winning Producer and Inventor, Lord Toby Wright. Episode 8 features Country legends Steve Dorff and Milton L. Brown.Support the show (https://paypal.me/mywrightstuff?locale.x=en_US)Support the show (https://paypal.me/mywrightstuff?locale.x=en_US)Episode is ScheduledPublish: Jun. 24, 2021 @11PM Edit(GMT-06:00) Central Time (US & Canada)Publish NowAdd a TranscriptGet episode better indexed by search engines.Add Chapter MarkersListeners can tap through & see what's coming up.Create a Visual SoundbiteBest way to share to social media for engagement.Promote a BrandAdd a Brand MentionTaummhomsSupport the show (https://paypal.me/f3ent?locale.x=en_US)
Group features three of Nashville's top songwriters Nashvillains is an incredibly talented group made up of Nashville songwriters and producers Brett Boyett, Troy Johnson and Scott Lindsey. Last month, the band released “Who Don't,” which is written by the late Andrew Dorff, Old Dominion's Brad Tursi, and Corey Crowder, and is produced by Andrew's father, Steve Dorff. Signed to Fate Entertainment, Nashvillains' inception stemmed from the industry veterans' and musicians' shared love of country music and rock and roll. Each member has been successful in their own right before coming together for this unique project. Collectively, they have written and produced music for feature films, television shows, and major artists like The Chicks, Keith Urban, Cassadee Pope, James Taylor, Lauren Alaina, among many more. Band members Brett Boyett and Scott Lindsey first met in a writing session where they shared a commonality on a creative vision; that the country music spectrum was in dire need of a rock meets outlaw country presence that flirts with sonic experimentation. Having been familiar with Troy Johnson through the songwriting community, Boyett pinned Johnson and his gritty vocals as a potential third member when he learned that Lindsey shared his publishing company with the sought-after writer. The newly formed group looks to create a fresh musical landscape by blurring lines between genres, bending the rules of convention, and expanding country music. The sonic landscape of the Nashvillains is accomplished through using traditional instrumentation with creative modern programming while emphasizing the dramatic and untold stories that are rarely touched upon by today's popular country music. The group formed in 2020, but was sidelined by the pandemic in what they call an "asterisk year," as they explain their origins and more to us. Full video is below. Be sure to subscribe to The Music Universe Podcast wherever you get your podcasts. https://youtu.be/-eNzz3x6Gls
Off the top rope for the three count fall, it’s the reigning defending champion of trivia: Go Fact Yourself!Colt Cabana is a professional wrestler who appears every week on All Elite Wrestling on TNT. Wrestling is a little different in the middle of a pandemic; but even though he can’t be in front of a crowd much, he’s found other ways to keep his audience engaged. He’ll tell us all about that and why his mother thinks of him as the “Hebrew Hunk” of wrestling.Colt takes on a fellow TV personality: Emmy-winning TV host Sukanya Krishnan. Her first day on a job was covering one of the most significant events of the last 20 years: the 9/11 terrorist attacks. But not all of her work is so serious: one of her latest projects is being the host of game show “90 Day Fiance: Love Games” on Discovery Plus -- a show J. Keith wrote!Our guests will also talk about ‘80s hits (music and movies) and winning gold (championships and Grammys).What’s the Difference: Weather or NotWhat’s the difference between weathering and erosion?What’s the difference between fog and haze?Areas of Expertise:Colt: The 1989 Chicago Cubs, First Amendment audits and the movie Over The Top.Sukanya: 1970s and 1980s TV sitcom themes, Whitney Houston trivia and Spanish slangAppearing in this episode:J. Keith van StraatenHelen HongColt CabanaSukanya KrishnanWith guest experts:Steve Dorff, member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame who had #1 hit tracks across four decades.David Mendenhall, award-winning actor, producer and entertainment attorney with over 50 film credits -- including Over the Top.Go Fact Yourself was devised and produced by Jim Newman and J. Keith van Straaten, in collaboration with Maximum Fun. Theme Song by Jonathan Green.Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.Associate Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.Vaccine-getting by YOU.
On this special edition episode Josie chats with guests Rissi Palmer and Steve Dorff.
I'm like this anonymous Oz behind the curtain guy nobody ever knows. The face of the songs are the artists who record them. -Steve Dorff If you are a songwriter or a composer, this episode is for you! Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2018, Steve Dorff was born to do what he … Continue reading Steve Dorff →
In this episode of the podcast, Edgel sits down with legendary producer Steve Dorff to discuss his winding road to success and all the incredible artists he's worked with over a 50+ year career. Steve has had 20 Top Ten hits across pop and country and scored dozens works for film and television. Some of the artists include; Celine Dion, Dolly Parton, Whitney Houston, Christopher Cross, Garth Brooks, Barbara Streisand, Clay Walker and more.
One of the most successful songwriters and composers of the last 25 years, Steve Dorff has penned over 20 Top 10 hits for pop and country artists around the world, including Barbra Streisand, Ray Charles, Whitney Houston, George Strait, Ringo Starr, and Garth Brooks. Steve shares his favorite memories with John & Heyang, and the show features songs performed by Anne Murray, Eddie Rabbitt, Vanessa Williams and Kenny Rogers.
Honored as a 2018 Inductee to the prestigious Songwriter's Hall of Fame in NYC, 3 time Grammy and 6 time Emmy nominated Steve Dorff has written songs sung by the likes of Barbra Streisand, Kenny Rogers, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Anne Murray, George Strait, Garth Brooks, and countless others, while also establishing himself as a gifted film and television composer. He's tallied over 40 BMI awards with hits like Kenny Rogers' “Through the Years,” Anne Murray's “I Just Fall in Love Again” (Billboard's top country hit of 1979), George Strait's “I Cross My Heart,” Lee Greenwood's “Don't Underestimate My Love for You,” and Eddie Rabbitt's “Every Which Way But Loose”—the title track from Clint Eastwood's 1978 film. His songs have charted in 5 successive decades, with #1 records across 4 decades. Dorff has also composed TV music for Spenser: For Hire, Murphy Brown, The Singing Bee, Just the 10 of Us, Growing Pains, Murder She Wrote, Columbo and Reba; his other film contributions include songs and scores for Bronco Billy, Rocky IV, Pure Country, Tin Cup, and Honky Tonk Man. Key songs in the Dorff catalog include: * Through The Years * I Just Fall In Love Again * Heartland * Every Which Way But Loose * Hypnotize The Moon * I Cross My Heart, and countless others recorded by over 250 Artists from all genres of music. His many TV and cable movie credits include the Emmy nominated CBS mini-series "Elvis", the Hallmark Hall of Fame "Rose Hill", the animated Christmas classic "Annabelle's Wish", "Babe Ruth", "The Quick and The Dead", "Moonshine Highway" and "The Defiant Ones". Dorff's many movie songs and scores have been featured in "Bronco Billy", "Blast From The Past", "Rocky IV", "Pure Country", "Tin Cup", "Michael", "Dudley Do-Right", "Dancer, Texas", "The Last Boy Scout", "Curly Sue" and "Honky Tonk Man". Perhaps Dorff's most ambitious move to date has been a giant leap into his first love, musical theater. He currently has two projects making their way to the stage: "Josephine" (The Josephine Baker Story) and "Pure Country" (The Musical) The Business Side of Music ™ © 2021 Beyond the Music Co-Produced and Hosted (by the guy who has a face for podcasting): Bob Bender Co-Producer, Creator, and Technical Advisor (the man behind the curtain): Tom Sabella Director of Video and Continuity (the brains of the entire operation): Deborah Halle Editor (the “ums' and “aahs' removal guy who makes us sound good): Mark Sabella Marketing and Social Media: Kaitlin Fritts Talent Acquisition and Scheduling, (the one who keeps us on track) Tammy Kowalski All Around Problem Solver and keeper of the key to the vault: Connie Ribas Recorded at: The Bunker in Franklin, TN (except during the Covid 19 pandemic, then it's pretty much done VIA Skype or over the phone, with the exception for those fearless enough to come to Bob Bender's living room… and there are a few). Mixed and Mastered at Music Dog Studios in Nashville, TN Production Sound Design: Keith Stark Voice Over and Promo: Lisa Fuson Website: businesssideofmusic.com Stream or Download (free) businesssideofmusic.com To submit to be interviewed: musicpodcast@mail.com Sponsorship information businesssideofmusic.com/sponsor-affiliate/ Join our mailing list for show announcements, career advice, industry discounts, free gifts and more. Like Free Special Thanks to Tom Sabella and Traci Snow for producing and hosting over 100 episodes of the original “Business Side of Music” podcast, and trusting us to carry on their legacy. For our disclaimer and all its details, please click on the applicable link on our website. The music provided for this episode is from: Artist: Steve Dorff Single: I Just Fall In Love Again Album: You Set My Dreams To Music Composer: Steve Dorff, Larry Herbstritt, Gloria Sklerov, Harry Lloyd Website: www.stevedorff.com Artist: Steve Dorff Single: Through The Years Album: You Set My Dreams To Music Composer: Steve Dorff, Marty Panzer Website: www.stevedorff.com Artist: Steve Dorff Single: Heartland Album: You Set My Dreams To Music Composer: Steve Dorff, John Bettis Website: www.stevedorff.com
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Derek interviews 2018 Songwriter Hall of Fame Inductee, Steve Dorff. Steve talks with Derek about his personal journey, legendary career, dealing with personal tragedy, what success looks like, and stories of writing and working with the top musical artists of all time. Steve shares some of his personal favorite songs that he has written.
452 - Steve Dorff Many of you heard the interview with Steve Dorff heard on The Paul Leslie Hour podcast: Episode #111. That was actually my second time interviewing Steve Dorff. A few years back Dorff was performing in Gainesville, Georgia for the John Jarrard Foundation concert. The day of the event I met with Steve Dorff and recorded this interview at the hotel where he was staying. Dorff has written some very well known and much beloved songs: "Through the Years" recorded by Kenny Rogers, "Coca-Cola Cowboy" recorded by Mel Tillis, "I Cross My Heart" recorded by George Strait among many others. He's composed the music for several TV shows including the "Growing Pains" theme. To date, Dorff has had more than 20 top ten hits in pop and country music. Recorded for the radio, it's a pleasure to present this interview for the listeners on another medium. It's 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.
Join Heart of Indie Radio co host Emme Lentino in an exclusive interview with Steve Dorff! Honored as a 2018 Inductee to the prestigious Songwriter’s Hall of Fame in NYC,3 time Grammy and 6 time Emmy nominated Steve Dorff has written songs sung by the likes of Barbra Streisand, Kenny Rogers, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Anne Murray, George Strait, Garth Brooks and countless others, while also establishing himself as a gifted film and television composer. He’s tallied over 40 BMI awards with hits like Rogers’ “Through the Years,” Murray’s “I Just Fall in Love Again” (Billboard’s top country hit of 1979), Strait’s “I Cross My Heart,” Lee Greenwood’s “Don’t Underestimate My Love for You,” and Eddie Rabbitt’s “Every Which Way But Loose”—the title track from Clint Eastwood’s 1978 film. His songs have charted in 5 successive decades, with #1 records across 4 decades. Dorff has also composed TV music for Spenser: For Hire, Murphy Brown, The Singing Bee, Just the 10 of Us, Growing Pains, Murder She Wrote, Columbo and Reba; his other film contributions include songs and scores for Bronco Billy, Rocky IV, Pure Country, Tin Cup and Honky Tonk Man. Key songs in the Dorff catalog include: * Through The Years * I Just Fall In Love Again * Heartland * Every Which Way But Loose * Hypnotize The Moon * I Cross My Heart, and countless others recorded by over 250 Artists from all genres of music. His many TV and cable movie credits include the Emmy nominated CBS mini-series "Elvis", the Hallmark Hall of Fame "Rose Hill", the animated Christmas classic "Annabelle's Wish", "Babe Ruth", "The Quick and The Dead", "Moonshine Highway" and "The Defiant Ones". Dorff’s many movie songs and scores have been featured in "Bronco Billy", "Blast From The Past", "Rocky IV", "Pure Country", "Tin Cup", "Michael", "Dudley Do-Right", "Dancer, Texas", "The Last Boy Scout", "Curly Sue" and "Honky Tonk Man". Perhaps Dorff’s most ambitious move to date has been a giant leap into his first love, musical theater. He currently has two projects making their way to the stage: "Josephine" (The Josephine Baker Story) and "Pure Country" (The Musical). Listeners will be truly amazed to listen to Steve's fantastic stories as he shares his musical journey with us. Tune in now!
On this episode, we speak to musical genius, songwriter, and composer, Steve Dorff. He is known for being the music man behind-the-curtain, having written countless hits and popular songs that many people have no idea he wrote, which sparked the idea Read MoreThe post ABR Episode 23- Steve Dorff, Composer and Songwriter- The Entertainment Series appeared first on A Billion Realities.
On this episode, we speak to musical genius, songwriter, and composer, Steve Dorff. He is known for being the music man behind-the-curtain, having written countless hits and popular songs that many people have no idea he wrote, which sparked the idea Read More The post ABR Episode 23- Steve Dorff, Composer and Songwriter- The Entertainment Series appeared first on A Billion Realities.
Colette Freedman is an internationally produced novelist, playwright and screenwriter. She is also an actor and producer. Host Jenn Page and Colette talk about ghostwriting, why she believes everyone is a writer, where original ideas come from, working with young actors, getting the most production value from your budget and how budget can lead to unique story ideas, why you should take time with your indie film’s post instead of rushing it out, filmmakers stop thinking no but and instead yes and, how to turn a produced screenplay into a novel, and more! Conversation: Empowerment. Everything you do can empower others, dealing with grief, and what it means to be a militant optimist. To win a Blackmagic Design Pocketcam 6k make sure you rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts to be entered in the drawing. More about Intuitive Filmmaker Podcast: If you want to submit a question or comment to the show please send and email or short video to intuitivefilmmakerpodcast@gmail.com. Or you can leave a voicemail at http://anchor.fm/intuitivefilmmaker. Please subscribe on Apple Podcasts to help us keep bringing more shows to you. Find us on all of your favorite podcast apps by clicking http://anchor.fm/intuitivefilmmaker Hosted by: Jenn Page, Filmmaker More on Colette: An internationally produced novelist, playwright and screenwriter, Colette Freedman was voted “One of 50 to Watch” by The Dramatist's Guild. Her play “Sister Cities” was the hit of the Edinburgh Fringe and earned five star reviews. It has been produced around the country and internationally, 26 times including Paris (Une Ville, Une Soeur) and Rome (Le Quattro Sorelle) and Melbourne. The film version (Michelle Trachtenberg, Stana Katic, Jess Weixler, Troian Bellisario) is on Netflix. Her musical “Serial Killer Barbie” finished a sold out run in Los Angeles and was mounted in New Zealand (Heuer Press) She has published nine novels including The Thirteen Hallows (Tor/Macmillan), co-written, The New York Times best selling author Michael Scott. Her novel, The Affair (Kensington), The Consequences (Kensington) and most recently, her Steve Dorff biography I Wrote That One, Too.. She co-wrote and co-produced the feature AND THEN THERE WAS EVE which won the LA Film Festival (Breaking Glass Pictures). She co-wrote and co-produced the feature MILES UNDERWATER which is currently in post production. She has co-written nine thrillers for Lifetime with her writing partner Brooke Purdy. She has written THE MYSTERY OF CASA MATUSITA (with Malcolm McDowell and Skeet Ulrich) which is in pre-production. Other producing credits include the critically acclaimed indie QUALITY PROBLEMS, (Freestyle). A prolific script doctor and ghostwriter, Colette also teaches screenwriting at Antioch University and NYFA www.metamorfic.com. www.colettefreedman.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intuitivefilmmaker/message
BINGE AND PODCAST: “Uncle Buck the series, that’s not right.” (1990) While most of us in this modern age prefer streaming our entertainment at home, there was a time when we looked forward to piling into the family station wagon, stocking up on Kit Kats and checking out the big-screen exploits of John Candy. The 1990s were a big movie-going era and, in an attempt to replicate that endeavor, networks took some of these cinematic hits and transmogrified them into weekly programming. But should they have? Bob and Tim wonder this aloud as this sit through Sandra Bullock in WOKING GIRL, Jennifer Aniston in FERRIS BUELLER and the desire to forcibly stab out their ear-drums with a cereal spoon in UNCLE BUCK. Its big screen comedies as small screen sitcoms and … unfortunately … one of them is Uncle Buck. 00:00:00 PRE-SHOW PRATTLE - and already not liking Uncle Buck00:00:42 INAUDIBLE DAUGHTERS - and breaking down the Binge And Podcast00:04:35 NOT QUITE WORKING GIRL - did anyone show Sandra Bullock the movie?00:12:48 NEWBERN GLORY - and maybe a little too much about Sal00:21:04 WORKING IN THE 90S - and a Wings reference00:23:17 FERRIS BUELLER CAN’T LOOSE - and kids say the John Hughest things 00:28:17 TITULAR PROBLEM - liking everyone but the main character 00:41:50 A PRAYER FOR KEVIN MEANEY - if Uncle Buck’s hat fits … wear it?00:47:12 BUCKING IT UP - and that friend’s name was “Skank”00:55:14 FAUX SEASON PREMIERES - Bob and Tim pitch a couple shows to no one 01:02:38 CLOSINGS - contacts, plugs and no catch phrase01:05:50 UNLICENSED AUDIO - So damn scaryStruggle like Bob and Tim did through the topics of today’s episode with WORKING GIRL EPISODE 05: IT’S ONLY LOVE, FERRIS BUELLER EPISODE 08: SLOANE AGAIN, NATURALLY and UNCLE BUCK EPISODE EPISODE 05: BUCK TO SCHOOL (sorry).Witness why Tim was briefly so excited to see George Newbern in the WOKING GIRL episode with his opening credit lip-synch performance TURN UP THE RADIO (as actually performed by Kip Lennon) in the in the opening credit sequence to the 1988 made-for-tv Disney movie DOUBLE SWITCH.See how hard it was to watch someone else play Dante with this ORIGINAL UNAIRED 1996 PILOT TO CLERKS.And finally learn to hate the concept of melodic composition realizing that someone actually took time from their brief existence in reality to compose THE UNCLE BUCK OPENING THEME SONG. The use of audio and video clips linked from YOUTUBE are for educational purposes and without the expressed permission of their legal holding companies. All rights remain with with their original distributor.This episode of 20TH CENTURY POP! was recorded by CAST, an online audio platform that lets you create and record a multi-guest podcast straight from your web-browser. It was then mastered by AUPHONIC, a web-based post-production service that makes it sound like Bob and Tim are worth listening to. Check out both sights for trial and subscription information.MUSIC FEATURED IN TODAY’S EPISODE:“Super Poupi” (opening theme) and "Poupi Great Adventures: The Arcade Game" (closing theme) performed by Komiku from the 2018 album POUPI'S INCREDIBLE ADVENTURES available at Freemusicarchives.org. Cleared for public domain use through Creative Commons under a CCO 1.0 Universal License. “Uncle Buck” performed by Ronnie Milsap and composed by Steve Dorff and Steve Bettis from the 1990 CBS television series UNCLE BUCK. Subscribe to 20TH CENTURY POP! on APPLE PODCASTS, SPOTIFY, STITCHER and ANDROID or stream it at www.20popcast.com.Like, share and reminisce with 20TH CENTURY POP! on FACEBOOKFollow whats not 20th Century Fox with 20TH CENTURY POP! @20popcast on TWITTER.And crop a square snapshot with 20TH CENTURY POP @20popcast on INSTAGRAM.Contact the show with any questions, suggestions or possible topics at 20popcast@gmail.com or with #20popcast on Twitter.Follow ROBERT CANNING @rhcanning on TWITTER. Read his web-comic on Twitter @ExaggeratedMy and his music blog at superultramegamix.wordpress.com. Follow TIM BLEVINS @subcultist on TWITTER and as @subcultist on INSTAGRAM. Read his weekly bog NOT A HOLOGRAM right on the main website of www.20popcast.com.20TH CENTURY POP! will return next week to roast some chestnuts over some Connick-crooning. Support 20th Century Pop! by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/20th-century-pop-This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Steve Dorff is a songwriter, composer and recent inductee of the Songwriters Hall of Fame. He's also an author, his book I Wrote That One, Too: A Life in Songwriting from Willie to Whitney was published in 2017. Some of the most legendary artists of all time have recorded Steve Dorff's songs: Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, George Strait, Kenny Rogers, Ray Charles, Anne Murray, Garth Brooks, Mel Tillis, Merle Haggard, Melissa Manchester, Smokey Robinson, Vanessa Williams, Whitney Houston and Willie Nelson just to name a few. Honored with more than 40 BMI Awards, 14 Billboard No. 1s and over 20 Top 10 hits for country and pop artists.This is my second interview with Steve Dorff and I couldn't be more honored. Support The Paul Leslie Hour by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour
PART ONE Scott and Paul reveal the winner of their latest contest. Find out who's getting an autographed copy of Steve Dorff's memoir! PART TWO - 02:39 mark Is "Stutter Rock" a thing? The guys connect some dots and dig into a surprisingly pervasive trend in music history. PART THREE - 8:05 mark Scott and Paul's origin story - including a particularly disappointing night backstage at a Guess Who reunion show PART FOUR - 12:52 mark Randy stops by Songcraft World Headquarters to talk about his new George Harrison tribute album; how The Guess Who got its name by accident; his Alex Trebek connection; how he bluffed his way into musical success; why his approach to songwriting is all about borrowing and re-purposing; the '60s band he thought was even better than The Beatles; what he spent all his money on instead of drugs; the Bachman-Turner Overdrive hit that ripped off an Antonín Dvořák classical piece only to then be ripped off by The Doobie Brothers; and why one of his biggest hits was an inside joke with his brother that was never intended to be heard by the public. ABOUT RANDY BACHMAN As the co-founder, guitarist, and primary songwriter of two legendary classic rock bands, Randy Bachman has earned over 120 gold and platinum records. After landing a handful of Top 10 singles in Canada, The Guess Who scored a string of Bachman-penned hits, beginning with “These Eyes,” a Top 10 single Randy wrote with bandmate Burton Cummings. They went on to find success with “Laughing,” “Undone,” “No Time,” and “American Woman,” which was the first single by a Canadian band to hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The B-side, “No Sugar Tonight,” claimed the #1 spot soon after. Randy walked away from The Guess Who at the height of the band’s success, recording an instrumental album and forming the group that would come to be known as Bachman-Turner Overdrive. Like Paul McCartney before him and Dave Grohl after him, Randy is one of only a small handful of artists to find major success with more than one band. During his stint with BTO he wrote their biggest hits, including “Let it Ride,” “Takin’ Care of Business,” “Hey You,” and “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet,” which was an international hit that topped the charts in multiple countries. Bachman has reunited in various configurations with his Guess Who and BTO bandmates over the years, in addition to collaborating on various projects with artists ranging from fellow Canadian rock legend Neil Young to his son, Tal Bachman, who is best known for the 1999 hit “She’s So High.” Randy is a best-selling author, a member of the Musicians Hall of Fame, the host of the Vinyl Tap radio show, and a continually prolific songwriter, musician, and recording artist. His most recent album is By George – By Bachman, a tribute to the songs of George Harrison.
PART ONE Scott and Paul let you in on how you can score your own autographed copy of Steve Dorff's new memoir, I Wrote That One, Too. PART TWO - 02:45 mark Mother's Day is coming up soon! Paul counts down 5 of his favorite songs about moms before Scott lists 5 of his favorite songwriters who are also mothers. PART THREE - 12:11 mark Scott and Paul head over to Steve Dorff's house to get the inside scoop on why he sees color when he hears music; the reason that knowing how to write a great song is only half of songwriting success; how he accidentally wound up playing piano on a classic soul record; what he did to make Dusty Springfield throw a chair at him; how he bluffed his way into film scoring; the time he wrote one of the most iconic TV show theme songs of all time in just 15 minutes; and why he hears Boys II Men in his head when George Strait sings one of his biggest hits. ABOUT STEVE DORFF Steve’s Dorff’s songs have been recorded by hundreds of artists, earning him nominations for six Emmy awards and three Grammys. His first major success came with the soundtrack for the Clint Eastwood film Every Which Way But Loose, which yielded three #1 singles, including the title song. Similarly successful soundtrack albums would follow, such as: Bronco Billy, which earned him #1 hits with “Cowboys and Clowns” for Ronnie Milsap and “Bar Room Buddies,” a duet for Eastwood and Merle Haggard; Any Which Way You Can, which spawned a Top 10 hit of the same title for Glen Campbell; and Pure Country, which earned George Strait two #1 hits, “I Cross My Heart” and “Heartland.” In total, Dorff has written nine #1 country hits from motion pictures, more than any other songwriter in history. In addition to his soundtrack success, Dorff has written #1 hits including “I Just Fall in Love Again” for Anne Murray, “Through the Years” for Kenny Rogers, “Don’t Underestimate My Love For You” for Lee Greenwood, “Hypnotize the Moon” for Clay Walker, and “The Man in Love with You” for George Strait. Other artists who’ve recorded his songs include Barbra Streisand, The Carpenters, Celine Dion, Cher, Dolly Parton, Dusty Springfield, Garth Brooks, George Jones, Gladys Knight, Jackie Wilson, Kenny Loggins, Randy Travis, Ray Charles, Reba McEntire, Roy Rogers, Ringo Starr, Smokey Robinson, Whitney Houston, and Willie Nelson. In addition to his songwriting, Dorff has scored countless films and TV shows, including Spenser: For Hire, Murphy Brown, The Singing Bee, Just the 10 of Us, Murder She Wrote, Major Dad, Reba, and Growing Pains, for which he composed the hit theme song “As Long as We Got Each Other.” In 2017 he published his memoir, I Wrote That One, Too: A Life in Songwriting from Willie to Whitney, and he’s a 2018 inductee into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
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This week, legendary songwriter & producer Steve Dorff will tell you about working with music’s biggest names, from Willie to Whitney, and how some of the most successful songs in … Continue reading STEVE DORFF
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Stephen Dorff stars as Wheeler Bryson, a country singer songwriter in the film Wheeler who captures Nashville by storm with his unique talents. Stephen tells host Robin Milling what it was like to be completely unrecognizable underneath the weathered Wheeler prosthetics and how he managed to fool the people who knew him such as the session musicians he grew up knowing through his famous songwriting father, Steve Dorff. The Hollywood actor, also an accomplished musician in his own right did all the performing live throughout the making of the film in the infamous Bluebird Cafe; home to patrons who come to hear the newest voice on the Nashville circuit. The recording of the film's music along with Nashville songwriter Bobby Tomberlin is currently available as a soundtrack featuring the single "Pour Me Out Of This Town."
STEVE DORFFThere is no way to capture the diversity Steve displays scoring motion pictures, television, theater, or an array of # 1 hit songs, as well as Arranging and Producing records for many top artists. In addition to winning the NSAI Songwriter of the Year award, Dorff has also been honored with more than 40 BMI, and 11 Billboard #1 awards. His breakthrough came with legendary Clint Eastwood, beginning with "Every Which Way But Loose". This smash paved the way for compositions reflecting all musical genres, from contemporary sounds to haunting orchestral melodies. Three-time Grammy nominee and a fixture on the nation's charts, his dossier includes nine #1 film songs and 15 Top 10 hits, including the Kenny Rogers' classic "Through The Years", a BMI 3 million performance song, as well as "I Just Fall In Love Again ", the Anne Murray record that captured Billboard's #1 Song Of The Year honors. His many songs have been sung by Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, George Strait and Vanessa Williams. Emmy Nominee for six television compositions include such standards as "Murphy Brown" and "Murder She Wrote", "Growing Pains", "Alien Nation", "Spenser: for Hire", "Major Dad", "Columbo", "Reba" and "Rodney". His TV and cable movie credits include the Emmy nominated "Elvis", "Rose Hill", the animated Christmas classic "Annabelle's Wish", "Babe Ruth", "The Quick and The Dead", "Moonshine Highway" and "The Defiant Ones". Dorff’s many movie songs and scores have been featured in "Bronco Billy", "Blast From The Past", "Rocky IV", "Pure Country", "Tin Cup", "Michael", "Dudley Do-Right", "Dancer, Texas", "The Last Boy Scout", "Curly Sue" and "Honky Tonk Man". Dorff’s has jumped into his first love, musical theater. He has two projects making their way to the stage: "Josephine" (The Josephine Baker Story) and "Pure Country" (The Musical).He continues to be ever present in today’s recording scene with new songs being released by Barbra Streisand, Blake Shelton, LeeAnn Womack, Bill Medley, Rodney Carrington, and scoring a new Motion Picture.
A musical gets a second life as Cabrillo Stage rolls out a new version of “Lunch: A Modern Musical Myth” this week. I spoke to two members of the Emmy/Grammy/Oscar/Golden Globe-nominated creative team: composer Steve Dorff and book writer Rick Hawkins. They told me why they felt the story of 11th-hour redemption was ripe for revival, and how they updated both script and songs. We also listened to some of the original music, recorded in 1994 with an all-star studio cast including Carol Burnett, Michael Rupert, Laurie Beechman and Davis Gaines. Lunch Reimagined premieres Jan 3 at Cabrillo Stage.
Guest: Recording Artist Shayne Fair plus other special guests such as Bryan Cole, Colt Chambers, Jordyn Mallory, Kori Jean Olsen, Steven Bloom, Jaida Dreyer, Alyssa Simmons, and Eric Davenport drop by to share their holiday thoughts. Xmas episode. Shayne spent several years in Hollywood. He worked on album packages for everyone from Rod Stewart to Quincy Jones, art directed MTV specials for Weird Al Yankovic, and generally did what was required. Musically, he played on the soundtracks of several motion pictures and in a number of almost there bands in venues as varied as the biker bars of the San Fernando Valley to the Roxy Theatre on Sunset on a bill with Kris Kristofferson, Cher, Graham Nash and Jackson Browne. He established a recording studio, producing his own material as well as that of others including one of the first examples of the Compton Sound for an artist known as The Arabian Prince, a founding member of N.W.A. It became a KDAY staple and has become somewhat of a electro/hip hop classic. He scored a film and worked on the soundtrack of several more with old friend Steve Dorff. He recently put together a band for MTV star Alex Murrell and appeared with her on MTV. Steve and Shayne recently wrote for and produced the new album for former Righteous Brother and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member, Bill Medley, "Damn Near Righteous." It includes contributions by Phil Everly and Beach Boy Brian Wilson and was released to rave reviews.
Guests: Award Winning Musician, Song Writer, and Band Leader Steve Dorff and Singer Jaida Dreyer.
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