The Bob Lefsetz Podcast

Peter Wolf has a new book, "Waiting on the Moon," and we dive into the tales of the artists, poets, drifters, grifters and goddesses he writes about.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Dederer was the guitarist in the Presidents of the United States of America. It's the thirtieth anniversary of their major label debut. Hear the story of how an indie band made its own record, got signed by a major, had huge hits and then broke up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He's keeping the summer alive and is about to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame...you'll definitely learn some stuff you don't know!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Ramsey is the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of Old Dominion. This is his story from backwoods Virginia to Nashville. He was in Music City for over a decade before he had any real success! It's a long way to the top if you want to rock and roll (and that's what today's country music is!)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Rappaport has written a new book entitled "Gliders Over Hollywood: Airships, Airplay and the Art of Rock Promotion." Come for the tales of the record business in the pre-internet era, stay for the Bob Dylan stories!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of Pat Benatar and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A true original.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Graham Russell is the songwriting half of Air Supply. You'll enjoy his story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barry Ritholtz is Chairman and CIO of Ritholtz Wealth Management, which has over $5 billion under its umbrella. Ritholtz also hosts the Bloomberg podcast "Masters in Business," as well as appearing on Bloomberg, CNBC and Fox Business on a regular basis. Barry has a new book, "How Not to Invest: The Ideas, Numbers and Behavior That Destroy Wealth—and How to Avoid Them." We discuss investing and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Terence Reilly brought Crocs back from the dead, turned the Stanley Quencher into a phenomenon and is now President of HEYDUDE shoes. Learn how a modern magnate stays in touch with the culture and lifts brands into the stratosphere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Hellman is Vice President and Global Head of Music Product for Spotify. We discuss the tools artists are offered, how to promote yourself, the truth about payment and... This is the guy who oversees artists' interaction with Spotify, get it from the source.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The man of constant sorrow... Yes, you know Dan Tyminski from "O Brother" and his work with Alison Krauss, but here's the backstory, how a guy from Rutland, Vermont made it to the apotheosis of bluegrass.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Producer Howard Benson has worked with acts as varied as the All-American Rejects and Kelly Clarkson. You know his hit with Hoobastank, "The Reason," as well as P.O.D.'s "Payable on Death" and multiple records with Three Days Grace. This is his story, how he made it and how he produces records.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The original drummer for Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers has a new band, The Speaker Wars. You'll love Stan!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Of The Lumineers. He's a thoughtful guy playing his own gameSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fran Healy fronts Travis. He's a fascinating guy, you'll be interested in what he has to say whether you know the band's music or not.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Benchetler is a legendary skier with his own line of skis at Atomic, the Bent Chetlers. The 120 cm version is the standard of big mountain powder skiers the world over. Chris is also a graphic artist and a filmmaker. He designed the Grateful Dead's 60th anniversary logo and has two new movies, "Ship of Fools" and "Butterfly in a Blizzard."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Jackson's last guitarist, Australian Orianthi has a new album, and tales of how she got from Down Under to the international radar screen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He just released a new album, "Dear Life."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He did the sound at Newport when Dylan went electric. He produced Nick Drake and Richard Thompson and many more. This is the story of someone who lived his life in the music business, left his mark and survived to tell the story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Morton is lead guitarist of Lamb of God. Even if you have not heard of them or are not of a fan of their music, you're going to love Mark!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The one and only!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Hein started in retail, created Enigma Records, ran Rykodisc and is now pressing vinyl and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

King of the Dobro!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesse Kirshbaum heads up the NUE Agency, which specializes in sponsorship. He reveals the details of these deals and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Mac covers Elon Musk for "The New York Times." He and his colleague Kate Conger wrote the definitive book on Musk's purchase of Twitter, "Character Limit." This is the real inside story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steph Paynes is the lead guitarist and driving force of Lez Zeppelin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Business guru extraordinaire!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Come for the tales of managing the Yardbirds and Wham! Stay for the story of skiffle as the key driver in the ensuing British Invasion. You'll be intrigued.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Majordomo of the Cornerstone Agency, Cornerstone Management, the Fader...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Porcaro went on the road with Gary Wright, was the synth savant in Toto, composed Michael Jackson's "Human Nature" and...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Of X.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bassist for Black Sabbath!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alynda Segarra is the front person and major creative force of Hurray for the Riff-Raff. Listen as they tell the tale of dropping out of high school, riding the rails, moving to New Orleans, starting as a pure indie, and then moving to ATO and ultimately Nonesuch, changing musical direction along the way. You may not know their music, but you'll want to after listening to this podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The one and only.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Songwriter/producer Lauren Christy has worked with everybody from Avril Lavigne to Jason Mraz to Korn to Bebe Rexha and many more. This is her story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Baker and Johnny Fay are members of the Tragically Hip, who have a new four part documentary on Amazon Prime. Whether you're a fan of the band or not, you'll like this.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bassist for Peter Gabriel, King Crimson and so many more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The "MMMBop" boys are all grown up with families and they're still making music and touring. This is what they're up to now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The legendary writer of "Wichita Lineman," "By the Time I Get to Phoenix," "MacArthur Park" and many more discusses his hits, his history and his tenure on the ASCAP board!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mr. Collective Soul.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Johnny Brower was the promoter of the Toronto Rock and Roll Revival which featured the debut of John Lennon's Plastic Ono Band and is documented in the new movie "Revival69: The Concert That Rocked the World," now playing on PBS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He's got a new autobiography, "Life's Too Short."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keyboardist/songwriter/producer Patrick Leonard has worked with everybody from Madonna to Elton John to Bryan Ferry to Michael Jackson to Leonard Cohen...the list goes on and on. We cover this history, as well as his love for Jethro Tull, but be absolutely sure to stay until the very end of the podcast wherein Patrick gives his take on today's music. It comes after I say "Till next time..." We talked after the podcast was over and what Patrick said was so interesting I felt you had to hear it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don Gehman has produced records for everybody from Stephen Stills to John Mellencamp to R.E.M. to Bruce Hornsby to Tracy Chapman to Hootie and the Blowfish. This is his story from Pennsylvania and Clair Brothers, to Florida and Criteria, to name producer. Quite a journey!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Spivack is the talent buyer for the Danny Wimmer Presents rock festivals. Hear how the lineup is built.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He's got a new autobiography, "What a Fool Believes."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The smooth frontman of Matchbox Twenty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Shrieve was the drummer on the first five Santana albums, you know him from the Woodstock movie! Michael goes deep into all of those records, as well as his work with Stomu Yamashta, Automatic Man and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tyler Grimm is Chief Counsel for Policy and Strategy for the House Judiciary Committee majority staff. We address intellectual property legislation and how the sausage is made. This is an insider's view into what really goes on in Congress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.