"8:30...A Jazz Podcast”: The name of the podcast "8:30” comes from the Grammy Award winning album by the legendary Jazz Super Group Weather Report, that defined Jazz Fusion music back in the early 70’s & 80’s. With Joe Zawinul on Keyboards, Wayne Shorter on Saxophones, Jaco Pastorius on Bass, and Peter Erskine on Drums, Weather Report set a high standard of excellence throughout the Jazz World. With your podcast hosts, DJ’s Herman “Hollywood” Dawkins and Ray The Jazz Man, these two Jazz Musi ...
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Gear Club Podcast is hosted by engineer / producers John Agnello (Sonic Youth, Dinosaur Jr.) and Stewart Lerman (Patti Smith, St. Vincent). Each episode of the podcast features an interview with a key player in the audio industry, and also offers tips and guidance to the next generation of engineers and artists. The podcast is an informative, yet irreverent, look at the art of recording by leading practitioners of the art.
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Michael Imperioli's band Zopa on Making Art, the Chaos of Rock, and The White Lotus
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Hey everyone! Recently, we had the band ZOPA over to the studio for a listening party! Their new album, Diamond Vehicle, was produced, engineered, and mixed by our very own John Agnello. We had Michael Imperioli on the show in Episode 89 where he talked about his own creative process and the history of the band. In this episode, John sits down with…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast #57 George Benson
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Send us a text On this special jazz episode we look at the legendary music career of Mr. George Benson! an american guitarist, singer, and songwriter known for blending jazz with pop, R&B and soul. He gained widespread recognition with his album Breezin' in 1976, which featured the Grammy-winning hit "This Masquerade". With a smooth voice and virtu…
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Bush bassist Corey Britz talks evolving as a musician, finding his groove, and staying grounded in a global spotlight in this episode of the Groove Podcast.By Mitch Joel
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8:30 Jazz Episode # 56 Clare Fischer
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Send us a text Clare Fischer (1928–2012) was a versatile American composer, arranger, and pianist whose career spanned jazz, classical, and pop music. He began his professional journey as a pianist and conductor for The Hi-Lo's, a vocal group, and gained early acclaim for his arrangements for Dizzy Gillespie's A Portrait of Duke Ellington. Over the…
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Groove Podcast: Will Turpin on Collective Soul’s Legacy, Staying Creative, and Crafting Basslines That Last
Collective Soul’s Will Turpin breaks down his melodic bass style, life in the studio, and why the band is selling more tickets now than in the 90s.By Mitch Joel
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #55 Carlos Santana
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Send us a text Carlos Santana is a legendary Mexican-American guitarist known for blending rock, Latin music, blues, and jazz into a unique and influential sound. He founded the Santana band in the late 1960s, gaining fame with their electrifying performance at Woodstock and hits like “Black Magic Woman” and “Oye Como Va.” The band has seen various…
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Duncan Coutts reflects on 30 years with Our Lady Peace, the art of restraint on bass, and how he learned to stop feeling like a guest in the band.By Mitch Joel
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In this Record of the Week, John and Stewart dig into Waterloo Sunset by The Kinks. With its dreamy atmosphere, raw mono mix, and Ray Davies’ poetic storytelling, the song captures a fleeting moment of beauty in 1960s London. Because of its lo-fi charm, Waterloo Sunset stands as one of the most emotionally resonant and sonically unique recordings o…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast #54 organist Jimmy Smith
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Send us a text Jimmy Smith was a pioneering American jazz organist, widely regarded for his mastery of the Hammond B-3 organ. He played a crucial role in popularizing the instrument in jazz, blending elements of blues, bebop, and gospel into a unique and soulful sound. With an innovative approach to rhythm and improvisation, Smith's influential rec…
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8:30 Episode #53 Charlie Parker / Dizzy Gillespie
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Send us a text Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie were pioneers of bebop, a jazz movement that revolutionized the genre in the 1940s. Parker's virtuosic saxophone playing, combined with Gillespie's innovative trumpet techniques, pushed the boundaries of harmony, rhythm, and improvisation, creating complex, fast-paced compositions that required a de…
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We first interviewed producer and engineer Ed Stasium in Episodes 80 and 81, where he spoke with John and Stewart about recording some truly seminal albums with Gladys Knight & the Pips, the Ramones, Talking Heads, and Living Colour, as well as his pivotal role in the design and construction of the Power Station in NYC. These episodes offer a fasci…
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Groove Podcast: Alphonso Johnson on Phil Collins, Weather Report, and the Humility Behind Great Playing
Legendary bassist Alphonso Johnson shares stories from Weather Report and Phil Collins—and the mindset that fuels a lifetime of great playing.By Mitch Joel
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8:30 A Jazz Podcast Episode #52 Rudy Van Gelder
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Send us a text Rudy Van Gelder was a renowned American recording engineer, widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz music. Born on November 2, 1924, in Jersey City, New Jersey, he developed a passion for sound engineering at a young age, eventually leading him to set up his own recording studio in Hackensack, Ne…
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Take a closer look at Queen's epic song with John and Stewart. With aggressive guitars, rich vocal harmonies, and an over-the-top premise, the track is classic Queen. Ogre Battle also marks a pivotal moment in the band's evolution, as their recordings reached a new level under the guidance of producer Roy Thomas Baker.…
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8:30 Episode #51 Season 2 "R&B Groups With Jazzy Instrumentals"
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Send us a text In this episode your 8:30 Crew Herman Hollywood Dawkins and Ray The Jazzman explore the R&B side of Jazz with songs that are typically known as associated with R&B groups or acts. You will be able to hear how the music genres of Gospel, the Blues, and Rhythm and Blues all share something in common. Songs include : The Sound Table - C…
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The Year of the Cobra Sound: Amy Tung Barrysmith on Her "Rig of Doom" and More | Groove Podcast Ep. 123
Amy Tung Barrysmith shares how she crafts the massive Year of the Cobra sound, the secrets behind her "Rig of Doom," and more in this deep-dive podcast.By Mitch Joel
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In this episode, I sit down with Grammy winning producer and engineer Kevin Killen. We first interviewed Kevin in episodes 46 and 47, where he talks about his career in recording studios from Dublin to NYC, and working with Peter Gabriel, Kate bush, U2, Elvis Costello, and a host of others. If you haven’t already, go check ‘em out. Since then, Kevi…
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8:30 Episode #50 "A Super Special 50th Episode Celebration - Songs For Our Fathers"
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Send us a text In this Exciting Super Special 2 hour 50th Episode from your 8:30 crew Herman Hollywood Dawkins and Ray The Jazzman, we are honoring our Dads. They are the ones who got us into Jazz, and in this Amazing Episode you will hear stories of Hollywood and The Jazzman growing up and listening to Jazz music! Songs include: Compared To What -…
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Record of the Week: The Left Banke's "Walk Away Renée"
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Everyone at Gear Club was saddened to hear of the passing of The Left Banke’s Steve Martin Caro, singer of Walk Away Renée. Eventide co-founder Steve Katz worked with The Left Banke back in the 60’s and related some details of Walk Away Renée’s recording to Gear Club. This episode is a reprint of that Song of the Week, followed by Steve Katz’s memo…
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Record of the Week: David Bowie's "Life on Mars"
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David Bowie's "Life on Mars?" stands as perhaps the pinnacle of his theatrical ambitions - and it's this week's Record of the Week. Join John and Stewart and learn about the impressive band behind the recording - Mick Ronson, Trevor Bolder, Woody Woodmansey plus Yes's Rick Wakeman on piano! If you've seen “The Life Aquatic” with Steve Zissou, then …
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Groove Podcast: Gord Sinclair on The Tragically Hip's Lost Songs, Legacy & the Stories Behind the Music
Gord Sinclair joins the Groove Podcast to discuss The Tragically Hip’s lost recordings, their legacy, the stories behind their iconic music, and more.By Mitch Joel
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8:30 A Jazz Podcast, episode #49 Smooth Jazz.
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Send us a text On the next jazz podcast, the 8:30 crew will dive into the music of smooth jazz artists who created the sounds that played on radio stations throughout the country. Smooth jazz is a mellow, melodic genre that blends elements of jazz, r&b and pop music. Known for its soothing rhythms and polished instrumentation, it often features sax…
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8:30 A Jazz Podcast Episode: Jean-Luc Ponty
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Send us a text Legendary Jean-Luc Ponty is a French jazz violinist and composer, renowned for his pioneering work in blending jazz improvisation with electronic music. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with a wide range of influential artists, including Frank Zappa, and has released numerous albums as a bandleader, pushing the boundaries o…
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In this special episode, we pay homage to an artist who’s a Member of the rock and roll hall of fame, has won Seven Grammys out of 38 nominations, sold over 150 million albums worldwide, with three of those in the Grammy hall of fame. In their almost 40-year career they’ve played almost 1500 concerts, released 38 albums, have a supposedly endless v…
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8:30 Episode The Yellowjackets vs Spyro Gyra Pt.1
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Send us a text The Yellowjackets and Spyro Gyra are both iconic jazz fusion bands that emerged in the late 1970s, but they represent distinct approaches to the genre. The Yellowjackets tend to blend complex harmonies and intricate rhythms with a more contemporary, experimental sound, often incorporating elements of funk and R&B into their music. In…
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Michael Manring joins Groove for Episode #121 to share his journey as a bass pioneer. From learning with Jaco Pastorius to redefining the instrument’s potential, this podcast dives into his innovations and stories.By Mitch Joel
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#97: Paul Prestopino: The Heart of New York's Record Plant
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Paul Prestopino was a musician, inventor, and technician with a long and varied career. From 1970 until its closure in 1989, Paul was a technician at the Record Plant in NYC, a venerated studio that helped produce an endless stream of hit records and launched dozens of careers for the engineers and producers that worked there. While working at the …
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8:30 Episode #5 "The Lost Episode" (Off The Cuff)
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Send us a text In this Amazing 8:30 Episode, The 8:30 crew are literally going right off the cuff, picking songs to play and listen to as we are recording the episode. This would have been 8:30 episode # 5, but we never released it, so we are calling this one…"THE LOST EPISODE”. It features Dexter Gordon, John Serry, Quincy Jones, Jacob Collier, He…
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Brian Wheat has always been a storyteller, whether through his bass lines with Tesla or his lens as a photographer. Known as the bassist for the multi-platinum rock band Tesla, Brian’s career spans decades. He's our guest for this month's Groove Podcast.By Mitch Joel
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8:30 A Jazz Podcast - Episode #43 - Thelonious Monk
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Send us a text In this episode of our jazz podcast, we dive deep into the genius of Thelonious Monk, one of the most innovative and influential pianists in jazz history. We explore Monk's unique approach to rhythm, melody, and improvisation, highlighting his groundbreaking compositions and the lasting impact they've had on the genre. Through engagi…
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8:30 A Jazz Podcast - Episode #42 - George Duke
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Send us a text George Duke was a pioneering keyboardist, composer, and producer whose career spanned jazz, funk, and fusion, blending complex improvisation with accessible melodies. Known for his virtuosic skill on both electric and acoustic keyboards, Duke played with notable artists like Frank Zappa, Miles Davis, and Stanley Clarke, shaping the s…
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8:30 A Jazz Podcast - Episode #41 - Quincy Jones
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Send us a text Quincy Jones was a legendary American music producer, conductor, and composer, whose career spans over seven decades and has left an indelible mark on jazz, pop, and film music. He is perhaps best known for producing Michael Jackson's iconic albums Thriller and Bad, as well as his innovative work on the soundtrack for the film The Co…
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Emma Anzai, known for her dynamic bass playing with both Sick Puppies and, more recently, Evanescence, is our guest for this month's podcast.By Mitch Joel
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