ROSCOE AND DAWN – Remembering Jimmy Pagano

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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Over a year ago a tragic post-gig incident took away one of the biggest hearts in South Florida’s tightly knit music scene. Sunday, May 20th this community will gather to rock, raise money and remember at America’s Backyard in Fort Lauderdale. Dawn McCarthy and Jimmy’s former bandmate Roscoe Peterson stop by to give details and play some of Jimmy’s recorded work. Click these links for more info:
The Facebook Event Page
Event Info From A1 Promotions Group 

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SIREN – One For All And All For One

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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With a huge collective appreciation of classic rock, a meticulous attention to rehearsal and a protocol to collaborative writing these rockin’ So Fla teenagers are already surpassing the output of some bands twice their age. They have a new self-titled EP recorded at Jason Bonham’s studio and plans for a full length CD with tour later this year. All five sirens visited the studio to let me play two songs from the EP and invite you to a CD release party this weekend in Miami! Their maturity and rock ‘n roll intensity are equally impressive.

‘like’ Siren on facebook – visit SirenBand.com 

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GARY BIVONA – A Lovin’ Touchin’ Tribute

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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It’s a brand new show with South Florida keyboardist Gary Bivona. We hear his amazing Journey tribute band Never Stop Believin’ and remember our great friend Rick Thornhill from LuLu’s Bait Shack. While he’s been a part of this area’s music scene for many years, in his most recent venture Gary’s direction and playing makes NSB one of the best sounding Journey tribute bands anywhere. You won’t believe your ears!
Links:NSB Booking info here
‘friend’ Gary on facebook here

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ADAM DAVID BAND – Jam Hard

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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Adam and his young, soul/rock jam band stops by the studio for an intimate performance and an opportunity to introduce themselves in a personal candid chat. Adam’s intricate guitar work and soulful singing combined with some latin flavor from his multicultural mates adds up to a unique refreshing sound. We cover communicating and healing through music, how they formed and how relationships inspire new songs. We also hear two jams on the show’s virtual soundstage! Go to the band’s website and facebook for more.

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THE MANN SISTERS – Wise Beyond Their Ears

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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I caught up with these silky-voiced teenage twins and fourth generation Miamians during their “visit” to Miami from their new home, Nashville. Hear sweet acoustic in-studio performances of two NEW songs and the stories behind them. It’s an advance taste of their forthcoming CD that is in the works. Listen in to these talented storytelling ladies as they set aside all childhood dreams and go for it! Visit and ‘like’ Alexandra and Lauren on facebook, their website, and at Amazonmp3.com

 

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STU GRANT – Keeping Jazz Alive

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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One of my earliest influential radio voices chats about the expression, intricacy, expertise and evolution of America’s true art form. We listen to a track from his past and hear about watching live jazz in New York in the 60s. We also play a track from The Bobby Rodriquez Jazz Orchestra. Catch them live at Satchmo tonight, Mon Feb. 27! Stu is the host of this live, big band “happening” two Mondays a month. It’s just one of the many ways he’s keeping jazz alive and well! Visit StuGrantJazz.com and 880TheBiz.com for more on Stu!

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GRIFFIN ANTHONY – Right Side Of The Fine Line

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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This schooled Miami singer/songwriter is equally comfortable in a solo acoustic setting or fronting a full band stage performance. Meanwhile he’s managed to make a living getting songs published and played through numerous TV shows and other multimedia avenues. Here we listen to tracks from his “Crazy Ways” solo album and “Live at 305″ EP and talk about integrity, off-beats, jazz chords and the influence of Motown, just some of the ingredients of his sound. ‘like’ Griffin on facebook and visit GriffinAnthony.com

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JESSE YOUNG – Keeping It Real

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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South Florida based singer/songwriter Jesse Young finished his “Live. Love. Learn.” EP in early 2011 and immediately began his new fatherhood life phase. Here we discuss the inspirations and creation, the production skills of producer Zach Ziskin and we listen to two tracks. Jesse’s music is hooky and slick yet honest and real. Hear more of “Live. Love. Learn.” at jesseyoungmusic.com and purchase it at Amazonmp3.com or iTunes. ’like’ Jesse  on Facebook and visit his mySpace page

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DAVID WILCOX – Have Music Will Travel

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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David Wilcox plays from the heart. His songs are well crafted and anecdotal. He sings about people, places and ideas from a very honest place. After more than a dozen releases, including a handful for major labels A&M and Vanguard, David remains rooted with integrity and still writes and sings for a righteous purpose. His own sanity. Herein we listen to two tracks, one old and one newish. Find upcoming SoFla and ATL concert dates and a whole lot more at DavidWilcox.com. You can also download David Wilcox albums at AmazonMP3.com

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STEVE MURPHY – Back To School

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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It’s all in the family for today’s show with my brother Steve. This mostly New York based studio and touring cat’s been around the world with some of rock’s biggest names. Recently he directed a Montclair, NJ School Of Rock class in two raucous Led Zeppelin tribute recitals. We listen to some audio from that show and recall early upbringings as well as recent tours and studio work. We also hear Steve’s drum skills and production on a track from Godfrey Townsend’s Easy Journey to Other Planets project. Catch him on tour near you and here on facebook.

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ZACH ZISKIN – Getting Into The Mix

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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This engineer, producer and versatile musician who’s been behind the console for countless artists including Chloe Dolandis and Hilary McRae gives us a behind-the-scenes perspective on composition, mixing, engineering and the evolution of music production. We discuss his music education, discovering he’d won a Grammy, learning tips from the industry’s biggest names and much more. You’ll hear a track from one of his artists and one from Zach’s solo career. Visit  ZachZiskin.com and hit him up on facebook for more!

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DREAMFULLOFZEN – In The Year 2035

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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Futuristic, ambient, hypnotic, dreamy, emotional, artistic and animated are just some of the words that can be used to describe the music on Dave Tawfik’s fourth solo album “2035″ that goes under the moniker Dreamfullofzen. We reach halfway around the world to chat about the creation and execution of this mind expanding instrumental guitar based work! Prepare to transcend after listening to two cuts and great converstion with this highly educated musician’s musician. Find him on facebook and at Dreamfullofzen.net

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BEST OF 2011 – A Year Of Highlights

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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As we look ahead to a new year with new musical friends and partners of the show, we relive some of the finest moments from our first full calendar year! We also welcome and thank kind sponsors Satchmo and LuLu’s and update you with upcoming events at both locations. Check out heartfelt words and original music from Adam Ezra Group, Andy Timmons, Web Three, Keith Medley, Mitch Ryder and Steve Lukather. We look forward to a new year of the best music interview podcasts found anywhere. Thanks for sharing, liking and listening!

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RICK BAUER – Meet Mr. The Invisible

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Bill Murphy
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On his deep, slightly dark, yet uplifting intellectual new solo project “The Jordan”, Mr. The Invisible takes a close look at existence, the frailty of life, worldly cultures and traditions, the healing power of music and more and delivers all of it in a tightly knit sonically pleasing package. We get a personal studio visit and an unplugged performance from this singer, songwriter, guitar player, arranger, producer, engineer, philosopher and ordained minister. You’ll want more after listening to this so visit the Mr. The Invisible website and order “The Jordan” right now at Amazon.com

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JOEL DaSILVA – For Auld Lang Syne

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Bill Murphy
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One of South Florida’s gifted blues guitarists joins me for the final show of the year. Plus we welcome the newest sponsor of the show, Satchmo, where his band will be rockin’ for New Year’s Eve! Legendary Fort Lauderdale comedian Gene Merola hosts the event and we have all the details herein! Hear two tracks from his new CD in high internet streaming quality! Happy New Year! Thanks so much for your continued support of the show. We have big plans for an extremely musical 2012 here so “stay tuned”!

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LITTLE FEAT – Filling Big Shoes

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Bill Murphy
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Little Feat guitarist and vocalist Paul Barrere chats with me by phone from California getting ready to hit the road again later this month. While we barely scratch the surface of the 40 plus years in Feat history we do manage to dissect two great songs and the intricate groove structure of the late great Richie Hayward. Paul reflects on the monstrosity of the Little Feat library, the true joy of improvising, buying his first 45RPM record and filling Richie’s shoes. Their tenth annual Feat Fan Excursion shows are coming up in Jamaica after some NE U.S. shows Dec. 3o thru mid-Jan ’12.
Keep up with the Feat and go see a show if they swing by you. It’s always a good time!

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THE HALL EFFECT – A Look Back (Encore)

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Bill Murphy
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A year ago this week we spoke to Oscar, lead vocalist of The Hall Effect via Skype from Colombia. Here’s a chance to hear the interview and two great songs from this great english-singing hard rock band that was brought to me by our friends at PickTheBand.com. Get The Hall Effect here at AmazonMP3.com or find them on iTunes. Their entire story, discography and more photos can be found in English AND Spanish at TheHallEffect.net. Find over 170 shows in the ARCHIVES drop down menu at the top of this page .

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THE LIVESAYS – Surprise Visit

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Bill Murphy
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With help from Judy Blem of Main Event Talent Agency we invade the home and studio of Billy Livesay for a special birthday preview of “Rose Colored Glasses”, the new album from The Livesays. My long time friend remains one of the area’s heroes and his latest project is arguably his finest work to date. Hear about how the process went from pen to compact disc, the heavy hitters he landed for mixing and mastering, putting personal subjects into songs, the big CD release party Saturday at Boston’s and much more. Find Billy HERE on facebook.

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STEVE WEINGART – The Fusion Of Jazz And Rock

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Bill Murphy
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Keyboardist Steve Weingart’s newest project “Dialogue” featuring his wife Renee Jones on bass, Simon Phillips on drums and many other highly skilled special guests brings many styles of instrumental music together quite nicely. In this episode we listen to two of the record’s great pieces and chat about piano lessons, digital instruments, tracking many parts live in the studio and details on the upcoming CD release party in LA. Download “Dialogue” at Amazon MP3 or on iTunes. To keep up with him, visit and ‘like’ Steve on facebook.

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JOSE BIGGS – Music Is My First Language

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Bill Murphy
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Chile native Jose Biggs stops by the studio with a couple of advance tracks from his soon to be released debut album. This South American who sings his brilliant pop songs in English talks about his early influences, transforming into a pop songwriter, working with hugely talented cats in the studio and getting heavy hitters Eric Schilling and Mike Fuller to work on his project. He’s an inspiration to independent artists all over the world and it’s my pleasure to introduce him to you. Help spread the word of this rising star by liking him on his facebook page.

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VARIOUS – Cyber Monday Showcase

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Bill Murphy
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While you do your Cyber Monday online shopping listen to some of the miscellaneous artists my friends and listeners have brought to my attention. You’ll discover the avant-garde international sounds of Kimbra, the pop-rock duo Williams/Friestedt, the drums of Kofi Baker, son of Ginger baker and After Eden, an independent British duo currently competing in a battle of the bands. Links:
After Eden on Facebook Buy Kimbra at Amazon Williams Friestedt at NEH Records Kofi on Facebook

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JOSHUA STEDMAN – Holding On To Love

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Bill Murphy
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In his soon to be recorded and released EP, Joshua writes about bringing people and positive ideals back together. His lyrics are honest and heartfelt. His music is warm, real and respectful of analog and retro gear. He’s part of the red hot Miami music scene and we listen to a couple of tracks from his still very relevant 2009 Untangled CD! Catch Joshua LIVE Saturdays at the Loews Hotel South Beach through March 2012! ‘like’ Joshua on facebook and order his Untangled CD at Amazon MP3 now!

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ALAM KHAN – Maestro In The Making

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Bill Murphy
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As the son of the Master virtuoso sarodiya Ali Akbar Khan, Alam has understood the spirit and traditions of North Indian Classical music since he began formal training at age 7. His new CD Shades Of Sarode, released this week, carries on the traditions and improvisational journeys of his father. In here we learn about the instrument, the moods, the ragas the different versions, the philosophy and the sounds of this enchanting music. get the new CD now at Amazon MP3 or on iTunes.
You can read the whole story and catch up with Alam at AlamKhan.com 

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JOEL DaSILVA & THE MIDNIGHT HOWL – Howlin’ Blues

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Bill Murphy
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Joel DaSilva brings his band and some authentic guitar based blues to the studio for a couple of live performances. We discuss his Chicago upbringing and his access to the blues scene as a kid, his influences and favorites, the science behind the guitar sound, the evolution of the blues and much more. Their new self-titled CD is set to be released this month with an upcoming CD release party November 19th at Satchmo in Ft. Lauderdale. Visit and ‘like’ the Midnight Howl on their facebook page.

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FERNANDO PERDOMO – Record Business Guerrilla

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Bill Murphy
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On September 29, 2011  Miami-based Forward Motion Records celebrated its 1st Anniversary with a stellar concert showcase at Revolution LIVE. More than a dozen of the indy label’s finest acts came to represent and they did it in cohesive harmony. The night was captured in pristine digital brilliance and is being released today on CD with a companion DVD close behind. The FMR founder and CEO tells the story behind his vision and joins me in dissecting some the tracks in this World Podcast Premiere! Download FMRL right now!

 

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