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Episode #266 is up- This week Matt sits down with Helen Stephenson & Barry Barbe, two of Northern Arizona's Movers and Shakers in the arts, entertainment, and business Community! Helen heads The Prescott Film Festival & spearheads the Media & Film Programs at Yavapai College, including her new Podcast Course, and Barry is the force behind El Gato Azul, Torme, and the soon to be Shirley's Urban Eats. Together they are teaming up with a small handful of local entrepreneurs & have resurrected a local arts treasure in the form of The Hazeltine Theater. Brought to you by Bullydog Coffee Company ! You have the chance to get a FREE 1-lb bag-o-beans & a coffee mug by posting a Rate & Review of our show on iTunes or by tagging our show & Bullydog Coffee on a social media post- Also brought to you by Superior Auto Body LLC right here in Chino Valley AZ- wreck your car? Willi will fix it! The Mile High Show is brought to you by Amazon- use the Mile High Show link to do all of your online shopping.  

It's not just our homes that get lit up over the Winter Holidays, the night sky will also be aglow with some fascinating astronomical events. Celebrated astronomer Andy Fraknoi tells host Gil Gross about the stunning visuals we will see when searching the night sky for Santa's sleigh.Then, one of the most beloved songs of the season, The Christmas Song composed by Mel Torme, has a fascinating origin story. As we approach the centennial of Torme's birth and the eightieth anniversary of the song's recording, singer and song stylist James Torme, Mel's son, reveals the little known account of how the song came to be and the over-sized impact it had on our culture.Finally, the Emmy-Award winning host of MInd Your Manners Sara Jane Ho shares with Gil important etiquette tips on gift-giving and gift-receiving.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

These children of showbiz legends are ensuring that their fathers' memories and legacies live on. We speak with James Tormé and Melissa Tormé-March about their Velvet Fog of a dad, Mel Tormé, as we approach the 80th anniversary of his incomparable contribution to the holiday music canon, 'The Christmas Song'. Then Joel Brokaw joins us. His new book 'Driving Marilyn: The Life and Times of Legendary Hollywood Agent Norman Brokaw' chronicles the history of William Morris star-maker, Norman Brokaw, known to Joel as Dad.Melissa and James share their enthusiasm for Oy! To the World Christmas with a Twist, a new musical playing this month at North Hollywood's El Portal Theatre, which features their father's music alongside a hit list of Christmas classics composed by Jewish-American songwriters. James and Melissa take us back to the sweltering July day in 1945 when their Dad and Bob Wells attempted to beat the heat with wintery lyrics and remained sweaty but created magic by conjuring “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…”They rushed the song over to Nat King Cole who was in at a few bars and proudly led a parade of 80,064 recorded covers, including James' own version! The Torme kids share their Torme Christmas memories which include their dad and contraband Christmas movies!Then Joel shares his family's history as a Ukrainian vaudeville acrobatic act that segued into the agency business when his Uncle, Johnny Hyde became VP of William Morris, discovered Marilyn Monroe and took on his young nephew, Norman to drive and accompany Marilyn to events.Starting in the mailroom, Norman worked his way up to CEO.  We hear about his working relationships with Marilyn Monroe, Kim Novak, Colonel Tom Parker, Dick Van Dyke, Gerald Ford, Mark Spitz, Barry Gordy and so many other greats.Joel talks about his complicated history with a father whose clients received his primary caregiving. Joel grew up with TV stars spending weekends by his pool, monopolizing his Dad's attention.But what were the qualities that made Norman so affective as a talent mentor? We learn the magic ingredients and hear how Norman took the new fangled TV department and made history with Loretta Young, Barbara Stanwyck, Dick Van Dyke and Andy Griffith.  Joel also talks about Norman's relationship with Bill Cosby and how his father's dementia buffered him from the horrors of Cosby's crimes. And, finally, what was the fate of Norman's sacred, secret keeping Rolodex?Plus, this week Weezy recommends Nutcrackers on Hulu and Fritz is all about Thelma, now in theaters and on streaming platforms.Path Points of Interest:Oy! To The WorldJames Tormé James Tormé on YouTubeJames Tormé  on XThe Christmas Song by James Tormé James Tormé at Kookaburra on 12/21Joel BrokawDriving Marilyn by Joel BrokawNorman Brokaw on WikiNutcrackers on HuluThelma - Streaming in Most Places  

The Prescott Frontier Rotary Club is excited to announce the return of its annual fall fundraiser, Grapes 4 Good, to Watters Garden Center on Sunday, September 29, from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm. This highly anticipated event, now in its 18th year, promises an evening of fun, community, and philanthropy. Guests are treated to a festive garden party with delectable hors d'oeuvres catered by Chef Barry Barbe of El Gato Azul, and Torme restaurants. and a wide and exciting selection of 12 different wines and artisan beers to sample. The event also features silent and luxury live auctions, with various golf and... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/sip-and-celebrate-grapes-4-good-returns/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

So is it "Oysters" or "Ersters"? In this episode of Same Difference, Johnny and AJ address this and many other linguistic questions posed in the song "Let's Call The Whole Thing Off". Along the way, you'll hear versions of this Jazz standard by Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Billie Holiday, Mel Torme, Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong, Harry Connick Jr., and new-to-us artist The Jazz Sisters.

Wanna know how jazzy a show tune can get? Join AJ and Johnny as they answer that question while reviewing "Surrey With The Fringe On Top"! We'll discuss versions by Blossom Dearie, Mel Torme, Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, and TWO new-to-us artists: Angela De Niro, and Joe Farnsworth.

Episode #252 is up- This week Matt sits down with Micki Shelton, local playwright and creator of “La Posada”, her latest work that will be presented at The Elks Theater in Prescott, AZ in October. Check out ways to support this production HERE through their GoFundMe page. Today's show was recorded at Torme, in Prescott, AZ. Torme is one of Barry Barbes restaurants. Barry is a great supporter of not only Micki & La Posada, but of the entire Arizona arts & creative community, and the Prescott Area community as a whole. Intro & Outro music is from The Zombies, "Time of the Season" that will be featured in “La Posada”. This episode is brought to you by Bullydog Coffee Company & you have the chance to get a FREE 1-lb bag-o-beans & a coffee mug by posting a Rate & Review of our show on iTunes or by tagging our show & Bullydog Coffee on a social media post- The Mile High Show is brought to you by Amazon- use the Mile High Show link to do all of your online shopping.  

This week, we once again visit the The 250 List. In volume 3 we each take a look at 5 more bands that did not quite make a household name for themselves in the 80s and early 90s. The 250 List is an article written and published in November 2021 by Bobby Caughron from XS-Rock Website containing 250 hard rock and metal bands from the 80s and early 90s that fell short of setting the world on fire, but still had albums worth checking out. With each episode volume we do, Sonny and I will each cover 5 bands from that list to discuss. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It's quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places: Apple Podcast Podchaser Connect with us  Email us growinuprock@gmail.com Contact Form  Like and Follow Us on FaceBook Follow Us on Twitter Leave Us A Review On Podchaser Join The Growin' Up Rock Loud Minority Facebook Group Do You Spotify? Then Follow us and Give Our Playlist a listen. We update it regularly with kick ass rock n roll Spotify Playlist Buy and Support Music From The Artist We Discuss On This Episode Growin' Up Rock Amazon Store Music in this Episode Provided by the Following: Treat, Skam, Shotgun Messiah, Law & Order, Axel Rudi Pell, Torme', Black N Blue, HSAS, Blackeyed Susan, Slave Raider, Shok Paris, and Zan Clan Crank It Up New Music Spotlight Skam - “Circles” If you dig what you are hearing, go pick up the album or some merch., and support these artists. A Special THANK YOU to Restrayned for the Killer Show Intro and transition music!! Restrayned Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fun Jazz standard "Old Devil Moon" takes a turn under the Same Difference microscope this episode. Join AJ and Johnny as they listen to and discuss versions by Charlie Spivak, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Mel Torme, Miles Davis, Tito Puente, and new-to-us artist Hilary Kole.

Hoy nos hemos decidido a compartir con vosotros uno de los últimos trabajos de uno de los más grandes vibrafonistas de la historia del jazz, Cal Tjader. El disco se llamó "Gózame Pero Ya" y fue grabado en el año 1980 a través de la venerable discográfica, Concorde Jazz Picante una compañía que fue creada con la única intención de editar la música de Tjader pero que con el tiempo se convirtió en una de las grandes promotoras del jazz latino en todo el mundo. TRACKS 1-Shoshana Levine 2-This Couldn't Be the Real Thing Mulligan, Torme 3-Bye Bye Blues Bennett, Gray, Hamm, Lown 4-Roger's Samba Glenn 5-Close Enough for Love (Theme from Agatha) Mandel, Williams 6-Will You Still Be Mine? Adair, Dennis 7-This Is Always Gordon, Warren CREDITS Cal Tjader Vibraphone, Vocals (Background) Poncho Sanchez Conga, Percussion Mark Levine Fender Rhodes, Piano, Piano (Electric) Rob Fisher Bass Roger Glenn Flute, Percussion Vince Lateano Drums, Percussion Mundell Lowe Guitar

You can have the best architect design your new Modernist house, but if your builder doesn't know how to handle Modernist construction, materials, and details, you are in deep bleep.  Joining us are two masters of the Modernist domain:  Jake Goldberg, founder and president of Goldberg General Contracting in Chicago; and Kevin Murphy, founder and president of Newphire Building in Chapel Hill NC. Later on, jazz with James Torme, son of Mel.

It's an A-List of performers on this episode of Same Difference with the delightful Jazz standard "Nice Work If You Can Get It". Join AJ and Johnny as they listen to and discuss versions by Teddy Wilson & Billie Holiday, Miles Davis & Sarah Vaughn, Carmen McRae, Mel Torme, Tony Bennett, and new-to-us artist The Wendy Lee Taylor Quartet.

Barry Barbe, owner of Prescott's El Gato Azul and Torme, announced on August 11th at the groundbreaking of Fain Signature Group's LEGADO apartments, that he will be opening three dining experiences within downtown Prescott Valley's newest mixed-use multi family housing community. "The concept is really built around providing three different experiences. A sixth story restaurant named 44 with rooftop deck will provide traditional full service dining with a contemporary twist on tradition. At ground level, there will be a casual dining space at the Arcade with beer, wine and a range of lite fare menu offerings. The space will include... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/barry-barbe-announces-expansion-to-prescott-valley/

It's the song with 2 meanings on this episode of Same Difference! "Sophisticated Lady" as an instrumental has a decidedly different story than a version with vocals, and AJ and Johnny will explore both, including versions by Duke Ellington, Thelonius Monk, Toots Thieleman, Boz Scaggs, Mel Torme, and new-to-us artist Marian Barahona.

The Deep Purple Podcast Show Notes Episode #155 Gillan - Glory Road April 4, 2022 Subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Anchor.fm, Breaker, PodBean, RadioPublic, Amazon Music, or search in your favorite podcatcher! How To Support Our Show: Leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts Buy Merch at Our Etsy Store! Become a Patron on Patreon Donate on Paypal (Donate one time or click “make this a monthly donation” box) Donate to $DPPOD Using Cash App Brendan Ashbrook - Logo Designer Thanks to Our Executive Level Patrons: New Deep Dive Podcast Network Show Back Tracks: Aerosmith Revisited Deep Dive Podcast Network: Deep Dive Podcast Network http://deepdivepodcastnetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/deepdivepodnet Lead up to the Album: Personnel: Bass – John McCoy Drums – Mick Underwood Guitar – Bernie Tormé Keyboards, Flute – Colin Towns Vocals – Ian Gillan Technical: Arranged By, Producer – Gillan Producer, Mixed By – John McCoy Producer, Mixed By – Paul 'Chas' Watkins* Mixed By – John McCoy Mixed By – Paul Watkins Lacquer Cut By – Porky (5) Album Art & Booklet Review Photography By – Brian Cooke (2) Sleeve, Design – Cooke Key Thanks to Our Core Level Patrons: Album Tracks (UK Version): Side One: Unchain Your Brain (Gillan, Torme, McCoy) Are You Sure? (Gillan, Torme, McCoy) Time and Again (Gillan, Torme, McCoy) No Easy Way (Gillan, Torme, McCoy) Sleeping on the Job (Gillan, Towns) Side Two: On the Rocks (Gillan, Towns) If You Believe Me (Gillan, McCoy, Torme, Underwood) Running, White Face, City Boy (Towns) Nervous (Gillan, Towns) Album Tracks (US Versions): Side One: Running, White Face, City Boy (Towns) Are You Sure (Gillan, Torme, McCoy) Time And Again (Gillan, Torme, McCoy) No Easy Way (Gillan, Torme, McCoy) Your Mother Was Right (Gillan, Town) Side Two: On The Rocks (Gillan, Towns) If You Believe Me (Gillan, McCoy, Torme, Underwood) Unchain Your Brain (Gillan, Torme, McCoy) Album opener on UK version. Nervous (Gillan, Towns) Thanks To Our Foundation Level Patrons: Reception and Charts: Reviews: Merch, Etc. Jeff Breis's official tour jacket Official Gillan Biography Tour Programme No Easy Way Single Glory Road 7” For Further Information: Listener Mail/Comments Comments about the show? Things you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you. Send us an email at info@deeppurplepodcast.com or @ us on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.

Singer Steve March-Torme joins to The Bootlegger to talk about his new Christmas song, 'I Remember Christmastime'...and a little baseball!

Today on The Neil Haley Show, Neil will interview American singer and songwriter Steve March-Torme.

Today on The Neil Haley Show, Neil will interview American singer and songwriter Steve March-Torme.   

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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/

Hello hello hello and merry Christmas from the groovin' with the tunes of Rube Tubin and the Rondonnas Better Each Day toy shop. It's a jolly little shop where each Christmas I write a new song for the occasion. It's a time when I compare my music to the classics like the number one selling single of all time, White Christmas. If that doesn't humble your inner Irving Berlin I don't know what will. Or, Little Drummer Boy by Tacoma born Bing Crosby. Coincidentally, I was reflecting back on chestnuts roasting on an open fire. The Christmas Song co-written and originally sung by Mel Torme. Then, down the internet it came with a clatter. I clicked on my mouse to see what was the matter. An email from a promotion manager with a new song. Written and performed by the son of the Velvet Fog himself Mel Torme, Steve March-Torme has a new holiday song for you. Steve is the son of legendary singer-songwriter Mel Torme and the stepson of well-known actor/comedian Hal March. He 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 season. Support this podcast

Hello hello hello and merry Christmas from the groovin' with the tunes of Rube Tubin and the Rondonnas Better Each Day toy shop. It's a jolly little shop where each Christmas I write a new song for the occasion. It's a time when I compare my music to the classics like the number one selling single of all time, White Christmas. If that doesn't humble your inner Irving Berlin I don't know what will. Or, Little Drummer Boy by Tacoma born Bing Crosby. Coincidentally, I was reflecting back on chestnuts roasting on an open fire. The Christmas Song co-written and originally sung by Mel Torme. Then, down the internet it came with a clatter. I clicked on my mouse to see what was the matter. An email from a promotion manager with a new song. Written and performed by the son of the Velvet Fog himself Mel Torme, Steve March-Torme has a new holiday song for you. Steve is the son of legendary singer-songwriter Mel Torme and the stepson of well-known actor/comedian Hal March. He 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 season. Support this podcast

The son of Mel Torme has his own Christmas song...sure to be a classic. It's called "I Remember Christmastime." --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gary-stuckey/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gary-stuckey/support

November 26, 2021 - Steve March Torme

The Deep Purple Podcast Show Notes Episode #132 October 25, 2021 Gillan - Mr. Universe (Japanese Version) Subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Anchor.fm, Breaker, PodBean, RadioPublic, Amazon Music, or search in your favorite podcatcher! How To Support Our Show: Leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts Buy Merch at Our Etsy Store! Become a Patron on Patreon Donate on Paypal (Donate one time or click “make this a monthly donation” box) Thanks to Our Executive Level Patrons: Patron Updates: Peter Gardow's vintage street maps! Social Media Update: Deep Dive Podcast Network Apple Podcasts Reviews Nate the weatherman - USA - 5 stars! Lead up to the Album: Personnel: Bass, Mixed By, Arranged By – John McCoy Drums, Arranged By – Mick Underwood Guitar, Arranged By – Bernie Torme* Keyboards – Colin Towns Vocals – Ian Gillan Technical: Album Art & Booklet Review Photography By – Mick Gregory Photography for Deep Purple, Bernie Torme solo, Genesis Photography By – Yuka Fujii Photography By [UK Front Cover] – Victor Watts Artwork [UK Sleeve Design] – Jubilee Graphics Thanks to Our Core Level Patrons: Album Tracks: Side One: Vengeance (Gillan, Towns) Mr. Universe (Gillan, Towns) She Tears Me Down (Towns) Your Sister's On My List (Gillan, Towns) Side Two: Street Theatre (Towns) Roller (Gillan, Towns) Puget Sound (Gillan, Towns, McCoy, Torme, Underwood) Moving With The Times (Gillan, Towns, McCoy) Sleeping on the Job (Gillan, Towns) Thanks To Our Foundation Level Patrons: Reception and Review For Further Information: Listener Mail/Comments Comments about the show? Things you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you. Send us an email at info@deeppurplepodcast.com or @ us on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.

Esta semana especial SPANISH ROCK IV. Presentaremos bandas del ayer y de hoy. Disfrutar de las canciones . Un saludo de toda la familia que realizamos, Just Rock. Puedes comentar y pedir temas en el Chat de IVOOX y a través de Facebook, También puedes suscribirte, es gratis y estarás al día cuando se suba cada PodCast. Y recuerda, Si te gusta "No seas egoísta y comparte". Rock On!!! Y de nuevo gracias a todos esos músicos, medios de comunicación y amigos, que poco a poco con sus Saludos, ya forman parte importante de JUST ROCK.! ” SPANISH ROCK IV ” Playlist: 1.- ADVENTUS - Más Fuerte Que El Dolor. 2.- HAMLET - Cincuenta Grados. 3.- ESTURIÓN - Chicas De Mala Fe. 4.- SAUROM - El Lazarillo de Torme. ⭐ Sección "El Rincón Del Tigre". 5.- HARD LOVE - Otra Oportunidad. 6.- HIROSHIMA - Come On. ⭐ Sección “Los Consejos de David” . 7.- ATLAS -Contra Viento Y Marea. 8.- 7 ALMAS - Hasta El Amanecer. 9.- OR FEBOS - La Tierra. 10.- DRAMAH - Siete Vidas. 11.- PAUL REDWOOD - Salvaje Edén. 12.- KHY - En Mi Memoria. 13.- BUENAS NOCHES ROSE - Buenas Noches Rose. 14.- GARAJE JACK - Sabor A Sal. 15.- HEARTBANGER - Through The Dark. ⭐Sección “El Delorian De Doc” 16.- NEOMENIA - Perdido En El Adiós. 17.- AMARO - Bajo Presión. 18.- LÉPOKA - Yo Controlo. Saludos- Regards - Jose Martos ( ATLAS, NIAGARA). - Chema García (DRAMAH)

Don't miss the latest Gurvey's Law podcast, which aired on KABC-AM 790 TalkRadio on Thursday, May 6th. The show features a full house-- guest hosts jazz vocalist James Torme, attorney Troy Slaten, and Alan Gurvey talking with former GOP House candidate Sery Kim, and author Miguel Sancho! Listen to this Gurvey's law podcast and all of the others right here at Gurveyslaw.com, rgwlawfirm.com, Apple Podcasts and audioBoom!

The show gets jazzed up as Alan Gurvey and KABC-AM 790 TalkRadio personality John Phillips interview world renowned jazz vocalist James Tormé. The personable singer will dish about his music career and his life as the son of jazz legend Mel Torme. Later on in the program, attorneys Linda Hurevitz and Ken Freundlich from the group The Singers In Law will also drop by to discuss their upcoming harmonizing performance at Dodger Stadium.. Don't miss the music and the fun.  Tune into Gurvey's Law on Sundays at 5 pm on KABC Talkradio and streaming live on kabc.com! #jazz #lawyer #dodger #vocalist #talkradio #interview

Howard and Malvin take the listener on a journey through some of their favorite Jazz artists from Chicago.  The Windy City has provided us with some of our all time jazz greats.  On this episode of Riffin on Jazz you will experience the music of: Herbie Hancock Johnny Griffin Anita O'Day Ramsey Lewis Abbey Lincoln Mel Torme' Steve Cole Anthony Wonsey and others... Enjoy!

Show 01, “Pilot,” is an introduction to the program that provides an overview of music in the 1940s and 1950s, from the Big Bands through Rock & Roll. Performances by Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Lena... Read More The post Episode 15- Gorme and Torme appeared first on Sam Waldron.

Joe Hunter and his guest, jazz trombonist George Carr, listen with you to 4 renditions of “September Song” by Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Chet Baker, & Mel Torme. Joe and George discuss the very interesting life of composer Kurt Weill as well as the Broadway musical in which this song was first introduced, Knickerbocker Holiday. In addition, George explains why Torme’s version is his favorite one. You’ll also enjoy this week's bonus tune from the musical, Camelot, as Frank Sinatra performs “Fo

The Marvelous Stories Behind The Most Played Christmas Hit Records The Rare & Scratchy Rock 'n Roll groove yard is home to one of the largest known collections of Christmas records this side – or any side of the North Pole – along with an encyclopedic archive of the histories behind those tunes. And from holiday seasons past comes this Christmas present for you – the pick of those platters plus some pleasing patter with festive and fun factoids. Like the least-known stories behind the most played Christmas records, the first rock and roll Christmas hit, the top-secret technology from the 1940s that was used to create Christmas hits in the 1950s, and a Christmas hit from a blockbuster film that helped bust a real life villain. This holiday mix also includes the rarest Christmas hit single ever, as well as a song that just could be the worst Christmas record of all time. And it’s all just in time to help you celebrate the songs of the season. For more information, visit www.rareandscratchy.com / radiodave@rareandscratchy.com.

Jo Bell is the first Canal Laureate, appointed by the Poetry Society and the Canal and River Trust to encourage more people to appreciate their local waterways. She has lived aboard her 67ft narrowboat Tinker for a decade, mostly on the canals of the Midlands and North West. She is currently writing new verse inspired by her observations and collating work by other poets who have written about our canals and rivers. Actor June Brown has played Dot Cotton in EastEnders for over 25 years. Her autobiography, Before the Year Dot, traces the first 30 years of her life from her childhood in Ipswich to her days as a gifted stage actor. Like her on-screen persona, June has suffered her share of tragedy including the deaths of her elder sister and her first husband. She trained at the Old Vic Company and her television career started with small parts in Coronation Street, Doctor Who and Minder before she joined the cast of EastEnders. Before the Year Dot is published by Simon and Schuster. James Tormé is a jazz singer and son of the popular vocalist and composer Mel Tormé. James grew up surrounded by jazz legends including Bing Crosby, Peggy Lee, Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald. As well as his own compositions, James pays tribute to his late father by performing songs from Mel Tormé's repertoire including the Christmas Song, written with Bob Wells. James Tormé is performing at The Hippodrome in Leicester Square., Dr Peter Sharrock is an art historian at SOAS, University of London. As a young news reporter, he covered the war in Vietnam during the 1970s. Although witness to a brutal war that decimated much of the region, the experience triggered his lifelong passion for the art and culture of South East Asia. He later became an academic and one of his former students recently donated £20m to SOAS to fund scholarships for students from South East Asia.