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Rodney and Nadia share their insights on various topics ranging from pop culture to parenting.
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Bass Player and Singer for the iconic band, Chicago, Eric Baines interviews music professionals from a variety of fields and genre’s sharing stories from the road as well as tips and trade secrets for people who dream of making their living making music. Eric is currently touring with the legendary band, Chicago, but has toured, performed and recorded with many artists as a bass player and singer such as: Dwight Yoakam Keiko Matsui Air Supply Lucas Grabeel Lee Ritenour Corbin Bleu Gregg Karu ...
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BRAD COLE- Well Paid and Organized Kindergarten (Phil Collins, Supertramp, Gino Vannelli)
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Keyboardist, Brad Cole talks about his 30 years touring with pop icon, Phil Collins. He remembers moving to Los Angeles in the late seventies and entering the session scene. He recalls the lessons he’s learned working with all different types of musical artists and reveals his secrets to working with complicated creatives. www.thecolemine.com www.d…
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NATE MORTON- Five Year Old Neanderthal (The Voice, Cher, Natalie Cole)
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Drummer, Nate Morton, talks about his experience being on the hit NBC show, The Voice. He reminisces about his time at Berklee College of Music and explains how it’s helped him throughout his career. He recalls some of his best musical advice he’s gotten over the years and how important moving to L.A. has been for his music career. www.natemorton.c…
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KATIE BOECK- Now I Understand The Assignment (Spring Awakening)
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Singer/Songwriter, Katie Boeck, discusses the struggle to find and protect her artistic voice in a music business that tends toward exploitation. She talks about the making of her album, Calico, and the life events that went into the writing. She pays tribute to her first producer Bobby Williams and explains the lessons she learned from him. Katie …
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TONY OBROHTA- Cracking Codes (Chicago, LeAnn Rimes)
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Nashville based guitar player, Tony Obrohta, tells his story of getting his current gig as guitar player for the iconic band Chicago. He talks about his struggle to get to music school and then moving to Nashville in the 90s. He explains the tricks to working for artists who don’t agree with you politically and discusses the struggles of working at…
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RODNEY WIRTZ- Entertaining The Dead (John Legend, Elton John)
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Los Angeles based viola player, Rodney Wirtz, talks about his early troubles with the law and how he used the viola to right his path. He reveals some secrets of playing high pressure movie sessions in L.A. and talks about his multiple income streams. He recalls getting the call to tour with John Legend and the struggles of juggling parenthood and …
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ERIC BAINES- The Humanness Of It All (Chicago, Dwight Yoakam, Keiko Matsui)
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Guest host Gary Grantham, interviews host, Eric Baines. Eric talks about what it’s like to play with the legendary band, Chicago. He discusses his first time playing on stage with them and how it has progressed after a year. He reveals the challenges of the launch of this podcast during the pandemic and where he hopes the show will go in the future…
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LILLIANA DE LOS REYES- That’s My Ticket (George Benson, Brian Auger)
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Vocalist/percussionist, Lilliana De Los Reyes, recalls getting her first touring gig with the legendary, George Benson, when she was still in college and how she learned to play percussion in 3 weeks to do the audition. She talks about growing up with two parents in the music industry and how that’s helped guide her career. She discusses what it’s …
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Contemporary jazz pianist, Keiko Matsui, introduces her brand new recording entitled, “Euphoria”. She talks about her extremely unique writing process and her approach to recording her songs. She recalls working with the great, Lalah Hathaway, on a vocal song for the album, something Keiko hasn’t done in years. She remembers some crazy years tourin…
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JAMISON HOLLISTER- Clawing to Compose (Dwight Yoakam, Lisa Marie Presley, American Idol)
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Multi-instrumentalist, Jamison Hollister, talks about his time spent playing with Lisa Marie Presley, her incredible wedding gift to him and his wife, and what it was like to make music with rock royalty. He tells us the secret to learning so many instruments and how he got the gig on the original run of American Idol after just moving to Los Angel…
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JAMIE HOVORKA- 95% Boredom and 5% Terror (Eagles, Paul McCartney, Maynard Ferguson)
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Trumpet player, Jamie Hovorka, talks about taking on the pressure of lead chair in the University of North Texas 1 O’clock Lab Band and how that compares to the Los Angeles music scene. He tells the story of working on horn parts with Paul McCartney and the first time he played with the iconic band, Eagles. He talks about working with Danny Seraphi…
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TODD MCCOOL- Better Yeses (Mad T Party, Members Only Yacht Club, Faultlines)
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Guitarist/vocalist, Todd McCool, explains his journey from Indiana to Los Angeles and how he pieced together his chops on guitar. He reflects on his time working at Disney’s California Adventure in the Mad T Party show and how that lead to many other gigs. He talks about overcoming shyness and meeting his heroes. www.toddmccool.com https://open.spo…
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NOMAD- Get Up, Dress Up, Show Up (Babyface, The Career Musician)
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Guitarist, Michael Ripoll aka Nomad, talks about his 12 years as musical director and guitarist for singer/songwriter/producer, Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds. He tells his story of auditioning for the artist and how it was to work for him. He discusses his decision to move to Los Angeles and his recording on many movie soundtracks. Nomad also introduces…
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Ramon Yslas- Treat People The Way You Want To Be Treated (Chicago, Christina Aguilera, Lopez Tonight)
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Percussionist, Ramon Yslas, tells his story of joining the band Chicago. He talks about the balance between career and family when you’re a road musician. He goes deep into his songwriting style and how he got a song on the new Chicago record released this summer. Host, Eric Baines, talks about his new job as bass player/vocalist for the band Chica…
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Drew Taubenfeld- Slow and Steady Wins The Race (Kacey Musgraves, Dwight Yoakam, Meghan Trainor)
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Multi-instrumentalist and Musical Director, Drew Taubenfeld, talks about the nuances of networking as a new musician in town. He reflects on his years at Berklee College Of Music with an injury that prevented him from playing his instrument. He reveals what he looks for when hiring musicians and what you should have on your social media account. Dr…
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Jeffrey Mince- We Are What We Drum (Nina Hagen, Judge Roughneck)
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Drummer, Producer, Jeffrey Mince, walks through his emotional journey from touring drummer to full time Buddhist monk and back to drumming. He tells his story of moving from Denver to Los Angeles and how he landed the gig with German punk rocker, Nina Hagen. He talks about his experience being signed with a band to a major label only to be dropped …
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Brandon Rogers- Use What You Got (American Idol, Usher)
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Singer, Songwriter, Producer, Brandon Rogers, talks about his soon to be released EP and shares an early listen of two of the songs. He reflects on his experience on Season 6 of American Idol and explains his mixed emotions about being voted off. He discusses his time in quarantine and the songs that came out of it. Brandon also explains how he got…
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The Doctor will see you now! with Dr. E.
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The Doctor will see you now! Join us for our season finale where we talk to Dr. Edrica Richardson, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist of Richardson Psychotherapeutic & Consulting Ltd. Bring your questions as we learn how to love from Dr. E! #rnlovepodcast #marriagegoals #marriagetherapy #blackpodcasts #relationshippodcast #parenthood #therapy…
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The Bains and The Quants
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Join us live as Ethan and Dekel share their views on business, fitness, travel, and relationships. Tune into our Facebook page to join the conversation and ask questions during the live stream. . . . #rnlovepodcast #bowflexbarbie #eq #blacklove #marriage #relationships
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The Bains and The Stokes
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The Stokes share their story of love, laughter, and lifestyle. Kevin and Nicolette share how they found common ground with diverse backgrounds.
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Da Bains & Da Smiths!
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Join us as we sit down with Da Smiths! Maybe we should be face to face for this one because if you know the Smiths, you know their food is 🔥🔥🔥
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Double Date w/ Ashley & Andrew
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#DoubleDate Join us as Ashley and Andrew share their marriage story. They’ll be sharing their relocation story and how they made it through the distance. . . . #rnlovepodcast #couples #blacklove #longdistancerelationship #marriagegoals #millenials #marriagepodcast #relocation #lovestory #bahamas
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Back like we never took a month off... New Year, New Goals! Tune in as we share why we Vision Board and show you how you can create your own! . . . #rnlovepodcast #marriagepodcast #blacklove #visionboard #husbandandwife #millennials #goalsetting #diyvisionboard
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Stan Sargeant- 500 Bucks And My Car (Barry Manilow, Keb Mo, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno)
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From his home in Venice, Italy, bass player, singer, songwriter, Stan Sargeant, talks about recording his new album, “String Theory” during the pandemic and in two different countries. He recalls what it was like working on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and the not so grueling, TV show schedule. He reveals how he got from studying biology at Howar…
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Talent manager and wife of the host, Autumn Grabeel, reveals a big secret announcement. She tells the story of meeting Eric Baines on the High School Musical Concert Tour. She reveals some of the ups and downs of dating a working musician. She reflects on hearing her singing voice on a recording for the first time while making Christmas music with …
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Nadia’s Pre-Birthday Giveaway 🎉
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Prizes so good, we may try to win them back!!! Tune in live as we kick off the birthday celebrations for Nadia with games and giveaways. This episode is brought to you by: Service Culture To Each Their Own May Grace Precede Renbert G. Mortimer II Jay Fitness 242 Don’t miss your chance to win!!! #rnlovepodcast #blacklove #marriage #relationships #pa…
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Greg Camp- I Love Left Turns (Smash Mouth, The Selectrics)
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Songwriter, Guitarist, Vocalist, Greg Camp recalls his days in the world famous pop/punk band, Smash Mouth. He talks about his experience as the main songwriter and what it’s like writing for someone else’s voice. He reveals his songwriting process and the difference between writing pop songs and writing for film. Greg tells some of the stories beh…
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Walter Ino- Next Thing You Know…(Eagles Of Death Metal, The Babys)
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Multi-instrumentalist, Walter Ino, reflects on his time growing up and playing music in Pittsburgh, PA and how he got from there to his current home of Los Angeles, CA. He talks about his time playing with the iconic 80s rock band, Survivor, and what it was like working with all of the band's lead singers. He tells some audition stories and discuss…
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Did The Two Become One?
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1 +1=? The ceremony is done, they ate up all your food and drank up all your rum. Did the happy couple become one? Enjoy the replay of the conversation as we discuss individuality vs. oneness.
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This week, host, Eric Baines, features his original demo that he used to network when he first made the move to Los Angeles. He talks about the tragic death of singer Winston Ford and does a shout out to the musicians of Denver, CO. www.divbarrockstar.comDi Eric Baines
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Joe Travers- Happy Franksgiving! (Joe Satriani, Dweezil/Ahmet Zappa, Duran Duran)
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Drummer, Joe Travers, reflects on his years as the “Vaultmeister” for the Zappa Family Trust and explains his duties there. He talks about his first gig in Los Angeles with Dweezil and Ahmet Zappa which was attended by Frank Zappa himself. He gives an inside look into his time touring with Duran Duran and how he got the gig. Joe remembers his journ…
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This episode reveals parts of past conversations that were cut from previous episodes. Eugene Edwards discusses Eddie Van Halen, Billie Eilish and Bing Crosby. Bernie Dresel talks about what it’s like to play with Keiko Matsui and the power of singers in an instrumental world. Bill Cinque speaks to the current state of pop music and musicianship. “…
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Brown Girl in Beijing with Dr. Shannon Evans
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We couldn’t wait to share the good news! Enjoy the replay of our conversation as we chat it up with our dear friend, Dr. Shannon Evans. She’s been living abroad for the past few years in Beijing and will be sharing her experience with us.
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Leland Sklar- Embrace Everything (Phil Collins, James Taylor)
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One of the most recorded bass players ever, Leland Sklar, reminisces about his experience growing up in Los Angeles in the 60s and 70s. He tells the story of meeting James Taylor which changed the direction of his life and career. He talks about the first time playing with drummer and pop icon, Phil Collins. He reveals his preference between studio…
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Peter Fish- Picture Writes Music (Bodysnatchers, Rosie O’Donnell Theme)
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Keyboard player, producer, composer, Peter Fish, takes us through the process of scoring a film. He tells the story of his first film project and how he knew he was meant to write music. He explains why he recently decided to move to Los Angeles and what previously brought him to New York City as a young musician. Peter reveals where he gets his in…
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Replay of Live Feed where we discussed topics chosen by this week’s polls.
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Jay Gore- You Do What You Gotta Do (Warren Hill, Mindi Abair, Hillary Duff)
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Guitarist and Los Angeles native, Jay Gore, shares his stories of growing up playing on the Sunset Strip and starting out with his original band at 13 years old. He talks about his transition from the pop world to the smooth jazz world and give us some insight into the making of his solo records. Jay also talks about the current state of the L.A. m…
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This episode is the replay of the FB Live episode. We discuss thoughts on still being lockdown, coping mechanisms and the idea of getting married during this time.
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Eugene Edwards- “Amazing Musician, Phenomenal Player” (Dwight Yoakam, Sha Na Na)
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Guitar player and vocalist, Eugene Edwards, talks about growing up in a small town and his road to Berklee College of Music. He tells the story of getting his current gig with Dwight Yoakam and his approach to the playing. He discusses his second record which he just released yet recorded years ago and he takes us through the writing of some of the…
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August Zadra- Try To Be More Of A Musician Than A Guitarist (Dennis DeYoung, Waiting For Monday)
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Guitarist and vocalist, August Zadra, shares his story of YouTube discovery which lead to him playing guitar and singing with founding member of the band Styx, Dennis DeYoung. He explains how he got from his small town in Alaska to the big city of Los Angeles. He talks about the formation of his current project, Waiting For Monday, and how he start…
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Noriko Olling- Find Your Musical Soulmate (Chaka Khan, Tina Marie, Rick James)
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Keyboardist, Noriko Olling, explains how she came to the U.S. from Japan and became a top call keyboard player in Los Angeles. She talks about the joys of living in a recording studio and reveals where the inspiration came from for her newest album, “My Path”. She shares some of her experiences as a woman in an industry dominated by men and what it…
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Listen to the Facebook Live Rebroadcast as we celebrate Rodney's birthday with games and giveaways!!!
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George Shelby- Never Sight Read...Ever (Phil Collins, The Voice)
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George Shelby plays saxophone, clarinets, flutes, penny whistle, vocoder and many other random wind instruments. He explains that this is the plight of the modern day saxophonist. He also shares his insight into the Los Angeles session player world and talks about the modern horn section studio experience. He talks about being on the road with pop …
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Tune into this episode "Managing Expectations" where we discuss the Cardi B and Offset Breakout, who benefits more in a marriage, a man or woman and managing expectations in a relationship.
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Cory James- We’re Living In A Chops Era (Trixie Mattel)
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Multi-instrumentalist and musical director, Cory James, reveals his favorite instrument to play. He talks about his experience as musical director for RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars winner, comedian and singer/songwriter, Trixie Mattel. He provides some insight to the life of a young musician just coming up during, arguably, the worst time to be a mu…
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Gary ”Gig” Grantham- We’re Not In The Music Business, We’re In Show Business (TLR- Experience The Eagles’ Music, Castle Entertainment Group)
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Creative director, artist representative, manager, guitar player, singer, Gary “Gig” Grantham, dives deep into the world of tribute bands. He talks about the origins of his band TLR- Experience The Eagles Music and his concept of what makes a good tribute band. He describes the show “Dark Desert Highway" that he’s created which takes the tribute sh…
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Bill Cinque- We Leave on Sunday (Neil Diamond, Peter Asher)
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Bass Player, vocalist, producer and author, Bill Cinque remembers his time on the road with Neil Diamond and explains how he got the gig. He describes how he came to his unique way of playing the bass (upside down and left handed). Bill and host, Eric Baines, reminisce about they’re first meeting. Bill tells stories from his book entitled, “The Ama…
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The very first live stream of our podcast! Listen to the rebroadcast of our first Facebook Live Stream.
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Steve Ferlazzo- The Playing Comes First (Avril Lavigne, Nuno Bettencourt)
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Keyboardist/vocalist/musical director, Steve Ferlazzo, gets real about his experience during the lockdown, missing out on a whole summer tour. He talks about his time at Berklee College of Music and the unique lessons he learned from the experience. He takes you behind the scenes of the Soundcheck Live jam in Hollywood, CA, the jam that he’s run fo…
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Loren Gold- Everybody Makes Mistakes (The Who, Hillary Duff)
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Keyboardist, songwriter, musical director, Loren Gold, talks about his time as musical director for Hillary Duff, Demi Levato, Selena Gomez and more. He recalls his audition for Roger Daltrey and how that eventually lead to his current job, keyboardist for The Who. He explains how he recorded his second record on a laptop and how he wrote two instr…
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Mike Hill- Don’t Be Afraid To Ask (Postmodern Jukebox, Mad T Party)
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Bass player, Mike Hill, recalls his experience working in a hit show at a Disney Park. He talks about how he was able to turn that fan support into a kick starter campaign that earned over $40,000 to make his “Love and War” album and documentary. He explains in-depth how he put together a team of players, singers, writers and a producer to create a…
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