Best Classicartiststoday Podcasts (2025)

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CAT Episode 199 - Mark Farner (Grand Funk Railroad) 29:25

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Mark Farner was co-founder/singer/guitarist for Grand Funk Railroad who were founded in 1969. With Grand Funk he had 6 Platinum and 3 Gold records from 1969 to 1975. In 1976, Mark went on to release 7 solo albums including his latest Closer To My Home that dropped in 2024. In our May of 2025 interview with Mark, multi-award winning program director…

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CAT Episode 198 - Cy Curnin (The Fixx) 30:18

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Cy Curnin has been the frontman for The Fixx since they were formed in 1980. One of the few "classic" bands with their originial members today, they have produced a Platinum and Gold albums in their careers, with 16 songs landing on various singles charts. Multi-award winning program director Ray White sat down backstage with Cy in April of 2025 to…

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CAT Episode 197 - Brad Gillis (Night Ranger) 31:21

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Brad Gillis has been the guitarist for Night Ranger since they were formed in 1982. Throughout the years, the band has released over a dozen studio albums and collectively had two Platinum and three Gold releases. On Part Two of our interview with Brad (you'll find Part One on Episode 10) he touches on his early years in music, work with "The Princ…

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CAT Episode 196 - Emerson Hart (Tonic) 29:28

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Emerson Hart co-founded Tonic in 1993 and is their lead vocalist and plays rhythm guitar. The band has received two Grammy award nominations and has a Platinum album to their credit. Tonic's latest release is a single titled "To Be Loved." On the solo front, Emerson has released 3 solo albums. His latest single is "I Look For You." Reaching back in…

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CAT Episode 195 - Duane Betts 29:19

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Duane Betts, guitarist/singer/songwriter, heads up his band Duane Betts and Palmetto Motel and is a co-founder of The Allman-Betts Band. He is the son of the late Allman Brothers Band's co-founder, Dickey Betts. Throughout the years you'd find Duane in various bands including Dawes, Puddle of Mudd, Whitestarr, Jamtown and Dickey Betts & Great South…

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CAT Episode 194 - Jeff Pilson (Foreigner/Dokken) Pt. 2 29:11

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Jeff Pilson, bassist & keyboardist for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band Foreigner, has held down the bottom for the band for over 20 years. In high demand by other groups during his career, you'll also find him recording and/or touring with other bands including Dokken, Revolution Saints, The End Machine, Black Swan and others. In Part 2 of our in…

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CAT Episode 193 - Jimi Haha (Jimmie's Chicken Shack) 30:52

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Jimi Haha is the frontman for the band Jimmie's Chicken Shack that launched in 1993 in Baltimore, MD. His career took off after signing with Elton John's Rocket Records in 1996. The band blends their alternative style with rock and funk to produce their driving sound. They've toured with 311, Live, Everclear, Fuel and others. In September of 2024, …

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CAT Episode 192 - Joe Bonamassa 30:37

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Joe Bonamassa is constantly listed towards the top of the lists of the best guitarists in the world. At the age of twelve he opened for the legendary B.B. King and was introduced to the world. Nominated for three Grammy Awards, Joe's won numerous other awards especially in the Blues world. Multi-award winning program director Ray White connected wi…

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CAT Episode 191 - Bill Payne (Little Feat) 28:52

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Bill Payne is an accomplished Keyboardist/Singer/Songwriter who co-founded Little Feat in 1969. He's also worked and recorded with the elite in the Rock and Roll industry including Bob Seger, Bonnie Raitt, James Taylor and even Pink Floyd - along with dozens others. In the early 2000's Bill reunited with The Doobie Brothers (where you'll find him p…

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CAT Episode 190 - Elliott Yamin 29:35

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Elliott Yamin in 2006 was a finalist on the 5th season of American Idol. He released his self-titled album in 2007 that peaked at #3 on the Billboard 200. His single "Wait For You" obtained platinum certification. Elliott has had 5 solo albums land on the charts throughout his career. In recent years you can find Elliott performing and touring with…

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CAT Episode 189 - JJ Grey 29:15

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JJ Grey & Mofro was launched in the early 2000's centering on his hometown of Jacksonville, FL. A favorite among music critics, the band has toured extensively throughout the U.S. picking up a loyal fan base for over 23 years. JJ's concerts have a strong "sing along" vibe that involves the entire audience. Multi-award winning program director Ray W…

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CAT Episode 188 - Fito de la Parra (Canned Heat) 29:31

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Adolfo "Fito" de la Parra has been the "classic" drummer for Canned Heat during the past 57 years. Having played at Woodstock in 1969 (Episodes 180 and 181) he has led a resurgence of the band during the past few years. Their latest album Finyl Vinyl has garnered tremendous accolades and propelled them towards the top of the Blues Rock charts and a…

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CAT Episode 187 - Barry Goudreau (Boston/Orion The Hunter) 29:21

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Barry Goudreau, was an original member of Boston, whose first album sold well over 20 million copies worldwide. The band reached the pinnacle of the entire music industry shortly after the albums release. After touring and two albums with the band, Barry recorded a solo album and then went on to form several other groups including Orion The Hunter …

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CAT Episode 186 - Phil Lesh (Grateful Dead) 32:30

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A tribute to Phil Lesh, founding member and bassist/vocalist for the Grateful Dead, who had a unique style of playing a six-string bass guitar. His career kicked off when he joined his friend Jerry Garcia in The Warlocks, which ultimately morphed into the Grateful Dead in the mid-1960's. Many consider Phil as an innovator on the bass. Phil wrote or…

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CAT Episode 185 - Greg Kihn 29:57

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Greg Kihn released over 20 albums during his career and landed 11 songs on the Top 100 and/or mainstream rock charts in the U.S. Originally from Baltimore, MD, Greg moved to California in 1972 and laid the groundwork for his successful career. You'd also find him on the airwaves hosting many radio shows. Greg passed away on August 13, 2024, after a…

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CAT Episode 184 - Jeff Pilson (Foreigner) 30:48

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Jeff Pilson, bassist and keyboardist for Foreigner, has been with the band for over 20 years. The band was selected for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2024. During his music career you'll find Jeff was a member of numerous rock bands including Dio and Dokken. Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Jeff in Augu…

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CAT Episode 183 - Donny Baldwin (Jefferson Starship/Elvin Bishop) 29:57

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Drummer Donny Baldwin was a mainstay in the Elvin Bishop Group back in 1973. In 1982, he started his days with Jefferson Starship. Throughout his career you'd find Donny playing with Jerry Garcea Band, Eddie Money, Van Morrison, Paul Rodgers and Pablo Cruise. Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Donny in August of 2024 to g…

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CAT Episode 182 - John Ondrasik (Five For Fighting) 30:40

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John Ondrasik is Five For Fighting, which launched in 1995. His first two albums went "Platinum." During the early 2000's he was nominated for a Grammy and American Music Award. Recently, John released a trio of songs about current geopolitical events and has dedicated time to philanthropy including the USO, MDA and his whatkindofworlddoyouwant.com…

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CAT Episode 181 - 55th Anniversary of Woodstock (Pt.2) 31:40

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On part 2 of this special edition, featuring the 55th anniversary of Woodstock, we're joined once again, with the drummer of a band that performed at the iconic festival - Adolfo "Fito" de la Parra of Canned Heat. Also the mastermind who produced the sound for 500,000 people at the event - Bill Hanley, "The Father of Festival Sound," joined by IES'…

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CAT Episode 180 - 55th Anniversary of Woodstock 29:33

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On this special edition, we celebrate the 55th Anniversary of the Woodstock Music and Arts Fair that took place August 15, 16 & 17, 1969 in Bethel, NY. Joining us is the "Father of Festival Sound," Bill Hanley to talk about the behind-the-scenes activities providing the sound system for this momentous occasion with Steve Almas, CEO of Integrated En…

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CAT Episode 179 - Jorma Kaukonen (Jefferson Airplane, Hot Tuna) 29:53

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Jorma Kaukonen, guitarist/singer/songwriter, recorded with Janis Joplin in 1964. In 1965, he joined Jefferson Airplane. You'll find him on every album that they released. In 1969, Jorma went on to form Hot Tuna with Jack Casady, who still performs today. In 1974, he recorded his first solo album, of which there are over a dozen studio albums releas…

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CAT Episode 178 - Joanne Shaw Taylor 29:18

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Joanne Shaw Taylor is a dynamic singer/guitarist/songwriter who has blazed a trail to the top of the Blues Rock genre. Discovered by Dave Stewart of The Eurythmics at the age of 16, she's released 12 solo albums throughout her rising music career. In 2021, she teamed up with guitar wizard Joe Bonamassa and started recording on his record label. Amo…

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CAT Episode 177 - Leon Medica (LeRoux) 29:45

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Leon Medica, bassist and producer of LeRoux, co-founded the band in 1977. Throughout the years the band was featured on music television shows including Solid Gold, The Midnight Special and Don Kirshner's Rock Concert. They had 7 songs land on Billboard's Top 100 chart. Leon won an American Music Award for producing a song from the movie "Dirty Dan…

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CAT Episode 176 - John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band 28:22

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John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band hit their stride in the early and mid-1980's with four Top 10 songs. Many people know the band from the tremendous success of the Eddie and The Cruisers movie soundtrack. Throughout the years, that band had 11 singles land on the music charts. Multi-award winning program director Ray White sat down with John …

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CAT Episode 175 - Franke and the Knockouts 30:04

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Franke Previte formed Franke and the Knockouts in 1980, who had three Top 40 singles and two Top 50 albums. Franke co-wrote music for the hit soundtrack Dirty Dancing featuring the Academy Award winning "The Time of my Life." He also co-wrote "Hungry Eyes," which was a #1 U.S. Adult Contemporary hit sung by Eric Carmen. Franke and the Knockouts mos…

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CAT Episode 174 - Jeff "Skunk" Baxter: Part 2 31:12

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In Part 2 of our interview and feature with the phenominal Jeff "Skunk" Baxter, we focus on his years with Steely Dan and talk about the multi-Grammy award winning album (Minute by Minute) by The Doobie Brothers. We'll also get Jeff's insights on his awesome solo album Speed of Heat and dive into his thoughts on the music industry today. Be sure to…

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CAT Episode 173 - Jaimoe (Allman Brothers Band) 32:00

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Jai Johanny Johanson aka Jaimoe is the only living original member of the Allman Brothers Band, that was formed in 1969. During his illustrious career he was also a member of Sea Level. Jaimoe presently leads a jazz-rock group called Jaimoe's Jasssz Band. In 1995, he was inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Allman Brothers …

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CAT Episode 172 - Don Dokken (Dokken) 31:23

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Don Dokken launched Dokken in 1978. The Grammy nominated band has had three Platinum albums and ten Top 40 hits on Billboard's Mainstream Rock charts. Their latest studio release is 2023's Heaven Comes Down. Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Don in November of 2012, in this legacy edition of the CAT, to talk about their …

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CAT Epiosde 171 - Paul Nelson (Johnny Winter) 29:25

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Paul Nelson, a guitarist/record producer/songwriter won a Grammy award for Best Blues Album in 2015 for Johnny Winter's Step Back release. Paul's played with the elite guitarists in the world and was a phenomenal guitarist himself. He produced albums and toured with Johnny Winter for several years until Johnny passed in 2014. Working with many of t…

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CAT Episode 170 - Fred LeBlanc (Cowboy Mouth) 29:40

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Fred LeBlanc is a co-founder of Cowboy Mouth, a Louisiana band formed in 1990. Along with drumming, he's the vocalist for the band too. Throughout the years the band has performed for over 10 million people. Before forming Cowboy Mouth, Fred was in the "cowpunk" band Dash Rip Rock. Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Fred …

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CAT Episode 169 - Better Than Ezra 28:56

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Better Than Ezra was formed in 1988 in Louisiana. Their first major label album, Deluxe, went Platinum. Throughout the years a dozen of their singles have landed on the charts. Multi-award winning program director, Ray White, caught up with co-founders Kevin Griffin and Tom Drummond backstage at their show to talk about their All Together Now album…

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CAT Episode 168 - Russ Kunkel (The Immediate Family) 29:17

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Russ Kunkel is one of the most sought after drummers in the world. A renowned session player, he has recorded or performed for the likes of Jimmy Buffett, CS&N, Stevie Nicks, Carole King, Dan Fogelberg and many more superstars in the music industry. He's produced nearly two dozen albums, too! He started to make a name for himself at L.A.'s Whiskey …

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CAT Episode 167 - Jeff "Skunk" Baxter 32:28

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Jeff "Skunk" Baxter is one of the elite guitarists today. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Doobie Brothers. His career on the national scene was launched in 1968 as a member of Ultimate Spinach. In 1972, Skunk became a founding member of Steely Dan, playing on their first three albums. Joining the Doobies in 19…

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CAT Episode 166 - Humble Pie 30:29

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Humble Pie came together in 1969 led by Steve Marriott and Peter Frampton. Many regarded the band as the first supergroup in rock music. Throughout the years the band has experienced numerous changes. The current group is still led by originial member Jerry Shirley including members with impressive music resumes. Multi award-winning program directo…

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CAT Episode 165 - Ivan Neville 31:32

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Ivan Neville, son of Aaron Neville and nephew of the other Neville Brothers, has been on the national music scene since 1983. You'll find him on albums by his band Dumpstaphunk, his Dad, The Neville Brothers, Bonnie Raitt, The Rolling Stones and many others. Ivan is a multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter. Multi-award winning program directo…

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CAT Episode 164 - Denny Tedesco (director of music documentaries) 29:16

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Denny Tedesco is director of the films The Wrecking Crew and the brand new release Immediate Family. Both of these documentary films are about world-class musicians that you'll find on hundreds of albums and thousands of songs by artists who are in numerous Hall of Fame's and won hundreds of Grammy awards. Played in film festivals around the United…

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CAT Episode 163 - Jeff Berlin 29:13

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Jeff Berlin is known among bass players as one of the elite. His one-of-a-kind tone, jaw dropping techniques and highly advanced harmonic approaches to the bass puts him near the top. In addition to his 12 solo albums, you'll find him on recordings and live performances with Anderson/Bruford/Wakeman/Howe, Allan Holdsworth, Bruford, David Sancious, …

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CAT Episode 162 - Felix Cavaliere (The Young Rascals) 33:02

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Felix Cavaliere co-founded The Young Rascals in 1965. As singer/songwriter/keyboardist, they had nine Top 20 hits from 1966-1968. Throughout the years, Felix has released several solo albums, launched a band called Treasure, and recorded several releases with Steve Cropper. You'll find him in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Songwriters Hall of Fame…

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Cat Episode 161 - Anthony Rosano & The Conqueroos 29:17

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Anthony Rosano guitarist/singer/songwriter, and his band The Conqueroos have been at the top of several blues rock charts during the past 5+ years and are a rising star in this genre. They've opened shows for Bob Seger, ZZ Top, Styx, Gov't Mule, Humble Pie and other classic rock bands. In this special edition of our show, multi-award winning progra…

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CAT Episode 160 - Jimmy Buffett 30:12

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Jimmy Buffett was a icon in the world of popular music. The king of feel good, partytime music, he released over 30 albums during his musical career - including 8 Gold and 9 Platinum or Multi-Platinum albums. His music put us all in a certain carefree state-of-mind. Besides his music, Jimmy was a best-selling author and an entrepreneur who launched…

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CAT Episode 159 - Black Stone Cherry 30:12

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Black Stone Cherry was formed in 2001 by childhood friends who have released 8 rockin' studio albums every since. Nearly 20 singles have landed on Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart. Born and raised in Kentucky, their sound is Southern Rock with a harder edge. Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with co-founders Chris Robertson …

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CAT Episode 158 - Artimus Pyle (Lynyrd Skynyrd) 32:45

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Artimus Pyle was inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006 as the drummer for Lynyrd Skynyrd. His excellent, straight ahead, drumming can be found on 7 of the bands albums. In addition, Artimus has released a handful of solo albums with his Artimus Pyle Band. He was among the survivors of the tragic 1977 plane crash that killed the bands f…

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CAT Episode 157 - David Pack (Ambrosia) 32:32

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David Pack was vocalist, guitarist and songwriter for Ambrosia for 23 years. Many of the bands' hits were written by him. As a solo artist, David has a handful of albums he's released. His other projects include producer for dozens of world-class artists. Together, all of his projects have sold over 50 million units globally. Multi-award winning pr…

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CAT Episode 156 - Steve Kilbey (The Church) 30:02

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Steve Kilbey, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and co-founder of The Church has headed the Australian band since its formation in 1980. Releasing 25 albums throughout their career, the band was tapped for the Australian Recording Industry Association's Hall of Fame in 2010. Steve has also released over a dozen solo albums and is a prolific songwrite…

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CAT Episode 155 - Keith Reid (Procol Harum) 30:35

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Keith Reid was best known as the co-founder of Procol Harum and their lyricist and songwriter. He's in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for the song "A Whiter Shade of Pale." Towards the end of his career, he led The Keith Reid Project, who released two albums, the last one titled In My Head. Keith passed away on March 23, 2023. Multi-award winning p…

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CAT Episode 154 - Joseph Williams (Toto) 28:32

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Joseph Williams, lead vocalist for Toto, comes from a musicial family that includes his father - famed film composer John Williams. Growing up in the music industry introduced Joseph to many other musicians and styles of music. Throughout his career, he has released nearly a dozen solo albums, not to mention the half dozen with Toto and numerous gu…

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CAT Episode 153 - Dave Cousins (Strawbs) 29:16

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Dave Cousins, guitarist/singer/songwriter for the Strawbs founded the group in England in 1964 and they've had a presence on the British charts throughout their career. Their music is made a mark in the progressive and folk rock genres. We go back in our archives where producer and host Ray White features our June of 2009 visit with Dave. He shares…

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CAT Episode 152 - The Refugees 33:19

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The Refugees may be a relatively new band to many, but their members are longtime veterans of the music industry. Wendy Waldman (featured in Episode 60) is a composer/musician/singer who appeared on albums by artists including Linda Ronstadt, Jimmy Buffett and Maria Muldaur. She's released nine solo studio albums, too. Deborah Holland (featured on …

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CAT Episode 151 - Peter Mayer (Jimmy Buffett) 30:06

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Peter Mayer has been a member of Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band since 1989 as lead guitarist and background vocalist. He's co-written many songs with Jimmy throughout the years too! Also an accomplished musician with his own band, Peter's released 25 albums throughout the years with his latest being Songs For Birds. Multi-award winning program d…

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CAT Episode 150 - Best of the CAT: Vol. 3 30:00

2y ago30:00

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Poco, Santana, Journey, The Byrds...original members of these iconic bands, we have them on this "fan favorites" episode from our last 50 shows. Poco's Rusty Young (Episode 103) and Paul Cotton (Episode 110), Santana and Journey's Gregg Rolie (Episode 125), and The Byrds's Chris Hillman (Episode 104) join award-winning producer and host Ray White o…