One-third of the most dangerous band I ever played with, Jim has all the makings of a megastar: he’s witty, gifted and bald. His “Here Comes The Bloodman” album is in my all-time top 10, as are several gigs that I played with Jimmy in the past 20 years. One of the most interesting storytellers I know… this will be a fun conversation. Check out Jim’s music at http://www.jvamusic.com.
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Lee is an enigma. I heard many stories about the great Lee Shamrock before I actually saw him perform, and he lived up to the hype! A computer programming American ex-pat, Lee found a new home in Thailand to pursue his passion for music. We’ll talk about that journey, and Lee’s gonna share some of his musical humor with us all to bring levity to us when we can really use it! Come join us as we wrap our day with some laughs and music on Monday eve at 9pm PST!
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Scott is one of the first singers I met in Portland in the mid-90s, and I couldn’t help but befriend this teddy bear of a man! He’s had quite a journey leading him to the hallowed halls of Nashville as an accomplished country artist. Bring your fiddle – Scotty’s got some campfire songs ready!
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The Escape Club are a rock band best known for their Grammy Nominated, US #1 Hit, Wild Wild West. Their other 80’s hits, I’ll Be There, Shake for the Sheikh and Call it Poison all made the Billboard top 30. We all toured together the past coupla years and became like family. One thing I know: Livin’ in the Wild, Wild West is getting crazy. We hang out and reminisce, and you get to come along for the ride.
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This is the funniest man you’ll ever meet. Aside from fronting the sassy glam rock band Enuff Z’Nuff for 15 years, Johnny has several solo albums, a hilarious podcast series (“It’s Not Me, It’s Absolutely You”: https://www.johnnymonaco.com/podcast) and a tenure playing guitar for LA Guns. Not only that: Johnny’s a magician. Yes, real magic, not just the magical vibes you get when he smiles at you. Come get ya some Monaco Magic.
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Mike has one of the most iconic personas from the 80s era, and a fascinating story of his formation of A Flock of Seagulls, the “other” famous band from Liverpool, UK. We’re going to have a chat about touring the world, finding fulfillment on- and off-stage, and what he’s doing to stay busy during the global pandemic.
Sure, many folks know Bob from Fast Times at Ridgemont High as Mike Damone, but music fans can catch Bob gigging with his band “Poppa’s Kitchen”. This man has quite a lengthy list of film and TV credits, and we’re gonna rap about what’s going on his life these days.
Sure, you probably saw Eddie on those iconic Robert Palmer videos, or with Chic, or Rod Stewart, or Blondie, or… yeah, you get it: this cat has played with- and recorded with EVERYONE! So many Grammy Award-winning records, you won’t even believe it. At least, until you hear his story. His newest album “Akosua” is a masterful blend of perfect hooks and sensual melodies. Eddie is one of those guys that leaves your jaw on the floor when you see him play, and your heart full when you spend time getting to know him. There may not be a kinder soul on the planet.
Here we reminisced about an incredible past, the current state of his world, and what’s to come.
Mike and I have shared the stage many times over the years, and this cat has been an influence on me far beyond the lighted stage. He’s a seasoned pro from Motown, and has been releasing new music of his own over the past several years, in-between successful tours with The Romantics. Come get candid nostalgic with Mike Skill and me:
You have seen Geoff as the singer/guitarist of Western Aerial, Metts, Ryan & Collins and Ants in the Kitchen, or bought guitars from his award-winning Five Star Guitars, but the story of Geoff Metts goes much deeper. Come dig in and share some bandwidth with a business visionary to see how he’s been able to adapt to changes in the industry.