The Keyboard Chronicles

If ever there was proof that us keyboard players are a dynamic, witty and erudite bunch, Scott May is our latest piece of evidence. Scott covers some amazing territory during our chat. from playing organ at Radio City Music Hall to his stints in radio, TV and film. And that’s just the start. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Scott’s past year in music Scott in action with The Ides of March Jesse Crawford’s Pipe Organ Magic Leon Berry – Glockenspiels, Traps, and Plenty of Pipes Organ traps Working with Judy Tenuta Judy Tenuta in action Being the MD at The Funny Firm in Chicago Working on Caroline’s Comedy Hour WLUP Chicago Getting the gig on Morton Downey Jr’s radio show, then working on the TV version: The Morton Downey Jr Show Playing (and experiencing a potential catastrophic train wreck) at Radio City Music Hall The theme from Exodus Working with Hammond USA The history of Hammond Organ Co Graham Bond – Baby Can It Be True (first known album recording of the Mellotron) Scott May – Yelp master When you order Sushi with Joey DeFrancesco Desert Island Discs: 1962–1966 (“The Red Album”) – The Beatles, 1967–1970 (“The Blue Album”) – The Beatles, Milestones – Miles Davis, Breathe – Dr Lonnie Smith, Modern Pipe Organ – Buddy Cole Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, BlueSky, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Scott May, The Ides of March / Judy Tenuta / Morton Downey Jr appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

You could spend an hour just digesting the breadth and depth of Mike McKnight’s career, but let’s just say he’s been the go-to guy for artists as diverse as Mariah Carey, Roger Waters and Madonna. That is just the tip of the iceberg…. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Mike’s musical upbringing The Commodore 64 as music-making machine (and yes you can buy one now) The Sequential Circuits Max for Commodore 64 Dr T’s Keyboard Controlled Sequencer for Commodore 64 The Atari 1040ST as used on the Madonna Blonde Ambition Tour 1990 The Emu Emax 2 Sampler A short chat on Key Clique and Bo Tomlyn – here’s a great example of a DX7 sound bank Joining Earth, Wind & Fire Touring and recording with EWF Joining Mariah Carey’s production team Being ‘live’ versus putting on a show – the role of playback Work with the Who on their orchestral tour Working with Madonna between 1990 and 2004 Managing the technological challenges of a huge Madonna show Getting the gig with U2 and needing to break it off Working with Roger Waters over multiple tours Motley Crue ‘Anywhere There’s Electricity’ tour Mike takes questions from our Patreon supporters Mike’s film & TV work Helping set up Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band’s keyboard rig before The Rising tour. The JL Cooper Synapse Writing for Keyboard Magazine Mariah Carey at Live 8 Tag a Keyboard Player: Greg Phillinganes Desert Island Discs: Can’t Buy a Thrill – Steely Dan, Ray of Light – Madonna, i/0 – Peter Gabriel, Self-Titled – Amanda Marshall, Aja – Steely Dan. Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, BlueSky, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Mike McKnight, Keyboardist / Programmer / Musical Director appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Rob Gentry is a keyboardist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist with over 20 years of experience. He has performed at iconic venues such as the Sydney Opera House, the Royal Albert Hall, and the Hollywood Bowl, collaborating with musical legends like Quincy Jones, Pete Tong, Giorgio Moroder, and Damian Lazarus. We chat to Rob on his career as a whole, including the recently completed David Gilmour tour. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Adjusting to normal life after a huge David Gilmour tour Highlights of playing on the David Gilmour Tour Rob in action with David Gilmour at Royal Albert Hall, October 2024 Rob with David Gilmour at Intuit Dome, Los Angeles, October 2024 Jumping on the Royal Albert Hall organ, thanks to Greg Phillinganes Contributing to the recording of David Gilmour’s Luck and Strange British Grove Studios Keyboards Rob used on Luck and Strange album recording Mega FM by Twisted Electrons Rob in action on Dark and Velvet Nights Working through keyboard parts with Greg Phillinganes for the David Gilmour tour Rob’s David Gilmour tour keyboard rig Rob’s musical upbringing Rob in action with Chris Norman Rob playing with the Heritage Orchestra: Joy Division Reworked and Blade Runner Soundtrack Rob in action again at the Sydney Opera House with the Giorgio Moroder tribute Rob with Quincy Jones – 02 Arena UK, 2019 Rob’s musical influences Rob’s production and solo career Damian Lazarus & The Ancient Moons – Five Moons Rob Gentry – Such a Good Feeling Joan as Police Woman Tag a Keyboard Player: Jake Sherman Desert Island Discs: Machine Head – Deep Purple, Aladdin Sane – David Bowie, Ultimate – Nate King Cole, Fresh – Sly & The Family Stone, String Quartet in F Major – Ravel. Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, BlueSky, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Rob Gentry, David Gilmour / Quincy Jones / Giorgio Moroder appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Something a little different for the last show of 2024. We do a review of the year that was, with special co-host, Wales-based Dewi Evans, who amongst many other things has authored a book on rock keyboard playing. We look over the most watched and listened to episodes of 2024 and talk a little on plans for 2025. Do check out Dewi’s musical history as part of amazing Welsh band Rheinallt H. Rowlands – you will not be disappointed. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Why Wales is a great place to visit The famous town of Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch Was 2024 one of the best years in recent memory for new keyboards? (We talk Moog Muse, Kronos 3 rumours and the Yamaha CK61 amongst others) OMD – Don’t Go Our five most viewed interviews on our YouTube channel: (5) Jamie Hilboldt (4) Larry Mullins (3) Thomas Dolby (2) Mikey Rowe (1) Anna Lapwood Our five most listened-to interviews on podcasting platforms: (5) Bob Fridzema (4) Thomas Dolby (3) Mikey Rowe (2) Jim Sheridan (1) Damon McMahon Paul’s personal favourites: Thomas Dolby, Felix Bornholdt, Dennis Atlas Dewi’s personal favourites: Jim Sheridan, Thomas Dolby, Doug Petty, Jim Prime, Bob Fridzema David’s personal favourites: Larry Mullins, Jim Moginie, Doug Petty, Mic Michaeli, Franz Nicolay Dewi Evans interview Chase down a copy of Play Rock Keyboards for yourself Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, BlueSky, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Dewi Evans, Author and Musician / End of 2024 Wrap Episode appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Greg Bieck is an accomplished pianist and music producer who has has collaborated with numerous high-profile artists, including Jennifer Lopez, Hall and Oates, Ricky Martin, Beyonce, Tim McGraw, and Savage Garden to name just a few. We try to cover as much of Greg’s amazing work as we can, so strap in for a fun ride. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Greg’s 2024 Ellie Holcomb Daryl Hall (with Dave Stewart) – Can’t Say No To You Greg’s musical upbringing Johnny Costa – Mr Roger’s Neighbourhood Sonus for the Commodore 64 Chick Corea Elektric Band – Light Years Playing on cruise ships Walter Afanasieff Programming synths for Beyonce, Savage Garden and Jessica Simpson (to name just three) T-Bone Wolk Working with Hall & Oates ‘Keepin’ it weird’ with Dave Stewart It is indeed iconic – Sweet Dreams UDO Super 6 Savage Garden – I Knew I Loved You Little Big Town – Bring It On Home Working with Kenny G and Michael Bolton Thoughts for younger players coming into the industry How to upload patches to a DX7 on a Mac Greg’s go-to synths The Life – The Musical Tag a Keyboard Player: Steve Winwood, David Frank, Patrick Leonard Desert Island Discs: 90215 – Yes, So – Peter Gabriel, Now He Signs, Now He Sobs – Chick Corea, Blue – Joni Mitchell, Now’s The Time – Charlie Parker (our pick of a ‘Best Of’), Ok Computer – Radiohead. Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, BlueSky, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Greg Bieck, Hall & Oates / Dave Stewart / Tim McGraw appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

In a slightly different episode to our usual format, we chat with two guests who were part of arguably the world’s first virtual band, Res Rocket Surfer. This is a laid back chat on the mid 1990s and the emergence of internet-based music creation. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Mike and Steve’s musical upbringings The emergence of Res Rocket Surfer Mike, Steve and David appear on TV during the Res Rocket Surfer days Making music using the Distributed Realtime Groove Network (DRGN) client Will Henshall Tim Bran Matt Moller Canton Becker The evolution into Rocket Network and integration with Logic Audio, Digital Performer and Cubase The end of standalone Rocket Network Mike – Midnight Mastering Mike in action with Lazy Susan – Joan Baez Steve in action with Red Mercury – Firefly Mike’s amazing drum suit When you get confused with the sax player from Careless Whisper On being fame adjacent Mike and Steve’s train wrecks Mike and David’s project – Midnight Fields Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, BlueSky, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Steve Gregory & Mike Wilcox, Res Rocket Surfer / Red Mercury / Midnight Fields appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Jim Moginie is a renowned Australian musician best known as a founding member, keyboardist, and songwriter for the iconic rock band Midnight Oil, where he served as a driving creative force for over 50 years. Beyond his keyboard work with the Oils, Jim has collaborated with numerous prominent artists including Silverchair, Sarah Blasko, Neil Finn, and the Australian Chamber Orchestra, while also pursuing diverse musical projects from his Sydney-based studio. We chat on a diverse range of topics and get into some great chat on his latest album release. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Jim’s release: Everything’s Gonna Be Fine Jim Moginie: Murmurations Hamish Stuart Adam Ventura Leah Flanagan Colm Mac Con Iomaire – The Minbar of Saladin Sean Wayland – Merge Conflict Chris Abrahams – From a Tower Lost As Heat Jim on piano David Bridie Jim’s childhood fascination with the piano In-depth run through Jim’s latest album From Everything’s Gonna Be Fine: I Follow The Truth Politics / activism chat The Cathy Freeman iconic moment Warumpi Band – Blackfella / Whitefella Yothu Yindi – Treaty Christine Anu – My Island Home Bill Fay – Salt of the Earth Meeting a Minimoog as a teenager The HG Palmer Organ Oceanic Studio Brookvale Life as a dual instrumentalist in Midnight Oil and increasingly incorporating keyboards Jim’s solo in Short Memory – 2022 Jim’s Midnight Oil keyboard rig Midnight Oil – Koala Sprint (Live 2022) Midnight Oil – Redneck Wonderland Learnings from other players Midnight Oil – A Crocodile Cries Perspective on piano lessons later in life Suggestions for newer players entering the industry Desert Island Discs: Bach: Lute Suites Nos 1 &2 – Julian Bream, White Album – The Beatles, Focus 3 – Focus, Virtuoso – Joe Pass, anything by Horowitz or Jarrett. Amazing cover photo by Christabel Blackman Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Jim Moginie, Midnight Oil / Solo Artist appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Mic Michaeli has held down keyboard duties with iconic act Europe for nearly the entirety of their ongoing career. We cover that career in some detail and also discuss other projects Mic has been able to complete in between sell out arena and stadium shows. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Mic’s musical upbringing and musical family The Korg Polyphonic Ensemble Joining Europe Europe – Hold Your Head Up Taking a fresh approach after a 12-year hiatus Managing a harmonious band dynamic in the most democratic way possible Mic Michaeli’s keyboard rig with Europe Managing fatigue on longer tours Working with Glenn Hughes Exploring the country / Americana genres Mic’s go-to software instruments at home Keeping music human in an era of emerging AI Some encouragement for younger players entering the industry No Stone Unturned – Europe Desert Island Discs: Abbey Road – The Beatles, Trilogy – Emerson, Lake and Palmer, Apostrophe (‘) – Frank Zappa, Wish You Were Here – Pink Floyd, Spirit of Eden – Talk Talk Cover photo taken by Gilles Simon and obtained via Europe’s official Instagram Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Mic Michaeli, Europe appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Dennis Atlas is currently keyboardist for the renowned rock band Toto, joining the band in 2024 as their second keyboardist, replacing Steve Maggiora. We talk to Dennis about that amazing opportunity, his burgeoning solo career and his other projects. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Dennis’ website Dennis’ musical upbringing Dennis in action with Styxology The Trip cover band Ron ‘Bumblefoot’ Thal Dennis’ rig for his tribute / cover band work Nexus by reFX OP-X by Sonic Projects Dennis ‘Only Eat Cheese Once in a While’ Atlas Becoming a keyboard player with Toto Dennis in action with Toto at The Hollywood Bowl Buck the pilot from Arizona and learning Rosanna Approach to the one only band rehearsal with Toto before the tour Rehearsing the Toto setlist with David Paich and Greg Phillinganes Taking a positive approach to learning and ‘the hang’ Dennis’ keyboard rig with Toto The Alesis Q88 Dennis in action solo – Dream Theater cover The experience of auditioning for American Idol Check out Initiator – Ice Garden Dennis’ solo album – My Magical Wonderland Dennis in action with Lufeh Tag a Keyboard Player: Lawrence Gowan Desert Island Discs (Dennis’ 8 cruelly curated to 5): The Odyssey – Symphony X, A Night At The Opera – Queen, Point of Know Return – Kansas, Cyclorama – Styx, Exhale – Thousand Foot Krutch Key links: For those that regularly ask ‘How old is Dennis Atlas?’- Dennis was born in 1997. Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Dennis Atlas, Toto / The Trip / Solo Artist appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Larry Mullins is an American multi-instrumentalist best known for his work with Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Swans and Iggy Pop, but his diversity as a player and composer goes well beyond those two iconic acts. In this second of two parts we talk on Larry’s work with Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, The Residents, the establishment of Larry’s record label, his work with Jessie Evans and lots more. Do check out Larry’s new album Camissonia as well – an amazing piece of work. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Joining Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds Larry in action with Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds Iggy Pop and Nick Cave as band leaders Adjusting as a keyboard player to Nick Cave’s style Larry’s Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds keyboard rig Markus Resch and Mellotron The Omnichord The Residents and setting up a record label (Hit Thing Records) Lary 7 Georges Montalba – Pipe Organ Favorites @ Fantasy in Pipe Organ and Percussion The fascinating story of Georges Montalba, Anton LaVey and a near-deathbed confession from Robert Hunter Larry’s alter-ego Toby Dammit, and Mark Mothersbaugh’s admiration Larry playing live with Jessie Evans The amazing John and Cody Carpenter (and Daniel Davies) – My Name Is Death Desert Island Discs: The Disintegration Loops Vol 1-4 – William Basinski, Lovely Thunder – Harold Budd, Escape From New York – John Carpenter, Single Collection – Maki Asakawa (Maki’s first album not available online), Warmth of Earth – Eduard Artemyev. Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Larry Mullins, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds / Iggy Pop / Swans / Solo Artist (Part 2) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Larry Mullins is an American multi-instrumentalist best known for his work with Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Swans and Iggy Pop, but his diversity as a player and composer goes well beyond those two iconic acts. In this first of two parts we talk on Larry’s 115 date tour with Swans, his just released solo album and start discussing his long and storied career to date. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Larry in action with Swans, 2024 Larry’s keyboard rig with Swans Larry’s recently released solo album Camissonia The shadowless man, or, The wonderful history of Peter Schlemihl The Suzuki Omnichord The Casio MT-55 Candy Bomber Studio, Berlin Larry’s early training as a classical musician The move to punk Following Iggy Pop around Ohio Greg Ginn and Black Flag Tex and the Horseheads Iggy mentions Larry on Letterman Spending nine years with Iggy Pop Larry in action with Iggy Pop in Paris – 1991 Staying psychologically resilient on the road Alina Kalancea Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Larry Mullins, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds / Iggy Pop / Swans / Solo Artist (Part 1) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Tom Seals is an emerging talent in the jazz and blues scene in the UK. Despite his youth, this gifted musician from Crewe has already performed alongside renowned artists such as Jamie Cullum, Gregory Porter, and Jools Holland. Beyond live performances, he hosts his own television program on Sky called “Tom Seals Presents,” where he engages in conversations with celebrities and offers his own jazz interpretations of their favourite songs. We chat with Tom on all this and a lot more. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Tom’s 2024 so far Tom’s YouTube channel and website Kiefer Sutherland – musician Creed Bratton – More Than You Know Tom’s musical childhood Jools Holland The UK’s love for Boogie Woogie Piano The Polish Boogie Festival Bartek Szopiński Reunion Boogie Germany Luis Coloma in action Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts Tom’s approach to improvisation Tom in action with Kenny Thomas Turning 12 songs into 300 on a short notice cruise gig Paul Lamb at The 100 Club Tom in action with CC Smugglers at Montreaux The Tom Seals show during COVID – Black and Gold The Tom Seals show with Matt Lucas Tom and band do a killer version of Bowie’s Starman Tom Seals and Noddy Holder Tom at The Blue Note Milan Tom’s favourite digital and acoustic pianos The amazing Mo Pleasure When you’re summonsed to play piano in someone’s hotel suite Desert Island Discs: Live at Shea Stadium – Billy Joel, The Genius Sings The Blues – Ray Charles, Another Side of Paul Carrack – Paul Carrack & the SWR Big Band, Tapestry – Carole King, Breakfast – Lawrence Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Tom Seals, Jazz, Blues and Pop Pianist appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Jakob Frímann Magnússon is a musical chameleon, wearing many hats in the Icelandic music scene and beyond. Born in Denmark but raised in Iceland, Jakob co-founded the legendary Icelandic band Stuðmenn back in his high school days, and they’ve been rocking since the 1970s. Jakob also has a solid solo career, dabbling in jazz fusion and collaborating with some big-name American jazz musicians. He also direct films, produces TV shows, and even had a stint as a cultural attaché in London. His latest outfit, Jack Magnet Science, has just released an album after gathering a bunch of talented musicians in an Icelandic studio to jam and see what happens. And when he has a spare hour or two, Jakob is also a member of the Icelandic parliament and has facilitated some fascinating initiatives for musicians.. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Jack Magnet Science’s release – Future Forecast Jakob’s musical upbringing Studying trumpet and the Icelandic Symphony Orchestra Check out some of Stuðmenn’s music An example of Jakob and Stuðmenn’s movie work More info on the 1982 film ‘On Top’ Long John Baldry The amazing Alan Howarth Jakob and Alan in action as The Magnetics On being a primarily self-taught keyboard player Jakob Magnússon – Special Treatment On the origin of the name Jack Magnet Jakob Magnússon – Jack Magnet Eyþór Gunnarsson – interview Eyþór Gunnarsson – Garden Party Ragnhildur Gísladóttir in action DiSA in action with Trentemoller Joni Mitchell – Both Sides Now Becoming a cultural attache of the Icelandic embassy in London Being a member of the Althingi (Iceland’s Parliament) Stephens Electronics recording devices Desert Island Discs: Sculpture – DiSA, Gaucho – Steely Dan, Black Market – Weather Report, Both Sides Now – Joni Mitchell, Future Forecast – Jack Magnet Science Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Jakob Frímann Magnússon, Jack Magnet Science / Stuðmenn / Composer appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Felix Bornholdt is a New Zealand-born pianist and composer, known for his active involvement in the Australian improvised music scene and as a member (until recently) of the band Lime Cordiale. He has a rich musical background, influenced by a diverse range of genres from ECM and Bach to avant-garde jazz, which he was exposed to during his childhood. Bornholdt’s career highlights include extensive touring across the USA, Europe, and the UK, and the release of his debut solo piano album, Man Overboard, in June 2023. We chatted with Felix just a few days before he announced his (amicable) departure from Lime Cordiale. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Felix’s musical upbringing Mike Nock Mike Nock – Ondas Moving to Australia and studying jazz The Catholics – Indigo Joining Lime Cordiale Felix’s touring rig with Lime Cordiale Felix in action with Lime Cordiale Felix’s solo piano album – Man Overboard Felix with Bike Thief Tag a Keyboard Player: Novak Manojlovic Desert Island Discs: Mutable Set – Blake Mills, The Koln Concert – Keith Jarrett, The Mysterious Production of Eggs – Andrew Bird, Tribalistas – Tribalistas, A Kind of Blue – Miles Davis Cover graphic taken by the amazing Vasili Papathanasopoulos via Felix’s Instagram account Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Felix Bornholdt, Lime Cordiale / Bike Thief / Solo Artist appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Mike Mangan is an American musician known for his skills on the Hammond B3 Organ. Aside from playing keyboards for The Cult, Mike also leads his own bands, (Big Organ Trio and Rebel House Radio), and has been part of Glenn Hughes’ band, The Keef Richards and much more. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Mike’s musical upbringing Bob Kames and ‘Dance Little Bird’ (Chicken Dance) Developing a love for the Hammond Organ Moving to LA and the ‘Leave It To Beaver’ connection Forming Big Organ Trio Big Organ Trio in action: Dragon’s Triangle Working with Glenn Hughes and the Secret Society of Glenn Hughes Organ Players with Lachy Doley and Bob Fridzema Mike in action with Kings of Chaos When Billy Gibbons plays your B3 Joining The Cult and ‘filling sonic spaces’ Mike in action with The Cult, 2023 Mike with The Cult – American Horse Mike’s B3 organ outro on The Cult – The Witch Opening for Dr Lonnie Smith and Ken Rich saving the day The aging of the B3 tech support workforce Opening for Robby Krieger Lending your B3 to Bernie Worrell When Keith Emerson turns up to your organ trio gig Mike and Keith Emerson jam together Shout out by Mike to Luke Jones at CV Keyboards Mike with The Keef Richards band – I Want You (She’s So Heavy) Desert Island Discs: Live! – Brother Jack McDuff, Black and Blue – Gene Harris Quartet, Brothers and Sisters – The Allman Brothers Band, In Step – Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble, Are You Experienced – Jimi Hendrix Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Mike Mangan, The Cult / Glenn Hughes / Big Organ Trio / The Keef Richards appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Larry Goldings is an internationally respected pianist, organist and composer, whos has worked with a wide array of artists such as John Scofield, Michael Brecker, Pat Metheny, and James Taylor. He also has his own trio and solo works, as well as his contributions to numerous film and television soundtracks. Then there’s his comedic alter ego named Hans Groiner. In Part 2 we explore Larry’s approach to humour, working with Sia, Colin Hay and James Taylor, and continue to do some deep musical diving. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Working with James Taylor Larry letting it rip on Steamroller with James Taylor Working with Colin Hay Larry with Colin Hay – I Want You Back Working with Sia Larry with Sia – I’m in Trouble The instinctive qualities of good singer/songwriters Larry’s approach to humour The evolution of Hans Groiner Hans Groiner – Beethoven and the Blues Hans Groiner live with Jake Sherman Hans and the music of Thelonius Monk Our favourites: CPAC National Anthem Fail and Close Encounters What Larry Goldings has learned from Hans Groiner Johnny ‘Bowtie’ Barstow Tag a Keyboard Player: Sullivan Fortner, Steve Nieve, Garth Hudson Desert Island Discs: Facing You – Keith Jarrett, Plays Duke Ellington – Thelonius Monk, At The Pershing: But Not For Me – Ahmad Jamal, Mompou Plays Mompou – Federico Mompou, The Complete Vee-Jay Recordings – Billy Preston, Genius + Soul = Jazz – Ray Charles Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Larry Goldings, Pianist and Composer (Part 2) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Larry Goldings is an internationally respected pianist, organist and composer, whos has worked with a wide array of artists such as John Scofield, Michael Brecker, Pat Metheny, and James Taylor. He also has his own trio and solo works, as well as his contributions to numerous film and television soundtracks. Then there’s his comedic alter ego named Hans Groiner. In part 1 we cover Larry’s musical upbringing, teachers, journey from jazz piano to organ, his approach to collaboration and a lot more. Plenty to enjoy and learn in this episode. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Larry’s childhood and music The amazing Dave McKenna Being taught by Ran Blake Three lessons with Keith Jarrett The New School Being taught by Jaki Byard Sir Roland Hanna Playing with Jim Hendricks Larry with Jim Hall – Mister Blues Exploring The New School and Ran Blake and the Third Stream The journey towards playing organ Larry playing with Maceo Parker Larry playing with John Scofield Discussion on what makes particular collaborations appealing Larry in action with Scary Pockets: Scary Goldings Larry playing with Dannielle De Andrea Larry with Melinda Sullivan Earthshine produced by Larry Goldings and Pete Min Does Larry Goldings have any musical boundaries? Playing with James Taylor and Steely Dan Larry with James Taylor Larry with Bob James Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Larry Goldings, Pianist and Composer (Part 1) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Robert L. Doerschuk is an accomplished music journalist and pianist. He has served as the editor of Musician Magazine and the Country Music Association (CMA) magazine, and a lot of our audience may know Bob from his time at the now defunct Keyboard magazine. Doerschuk is also a noted author, having written “88: The Giants of Jazz Piano,” which provides biographical sketches and critical analyses of prominent jazz pianists. We cover his own playing career as well as talk on his own amazing interviews with some of the best players in the world. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Bob’s current gig playing piano at Gannon’s in Nashville Skull’s Rainbow Room Nashville Approach to restaurant piano playing Bob’s musical upbringing Becoming a journalist A discussion on journalism and approaching writing Bob’s amazing Substack: Van Cliburn Punched Me In The Mouth Why the iconic Van Cliburn did in fact punch Bob in the mouth Interviewing Billy Joel Interviewing Keith Emerson and his concerns about his health Interviewing Joni Mitchell Interviewing Sam Powell Approaching interviews across genres / subjects Charles M Young Long-form writing: moribund or already dead? 88: The Giants of Jazz Piano Tag a Keyboard Player: Jacob Collier Desert Island Discs: Kind of Blue – Miles Davis, Dreaming Wide Awake – Lizz Wright, Blackjack Dave – Dave Alvin, Watermark – Enya, Surf’s Up – The Beach Boys Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Robert L Doerschuk, Journalist and Pianist appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Thomas Dolby has had one of the most interesting and innovative careers as a musician, and that makes him one interesting guest. We cover an enormous amount of ground in this interview and above all else it shows Thomas’ passion hasn’t waned, and his eyes are very firmly on the future. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Thomas’ busy rest of 2024 Preparing for a tour Thomas’ 2024 tour keyboard rig Using Logic Pro in a live environment Thomas’ new book: Prevailing Wind A divergence into sailing and the America’s Cup Peter Vogel, the Fairlight and Stevie Wonder Playing with Roger Waters at the iconic post fall of the Berlin Wall concert Thomas talks David Bowie Thomas’s tribute to David Bowie Heroes at Live Aid Thomas Dolby and Metal Gear Solid 5 Billie Eilish on Thomas Dolby Thomas’ role as an educator at John Hopkins University Peabody Institute Talking composing for non-linear mediums such as games / VR Thomas Dolby on AI and music Preparing students for a career in music in today’s context Thomas on keeping creativity and the likelihood of ‘retiring’ Three artists that have inspired Thomas An anecdote about Thomas’ friend, Shane MacGowan Thomas Dolby – White City Thomas Dolby – Simone The Pogues – Boys from the County Hell Thomas witnesses a world scale train wreck Tag a Keyboard Player: Chuck Leavell, Max Middleton Desert Island Discs: Astral Weeks – Van Morrison, Apostrophe (‘) – Frank Zappa, Hejira – Joni Mitchell, Original Recordings – Dan Hicks, Low – David Bowie Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Thomas Dolby, Solo Artist / Innovator / Educator appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Doug Petty is an American pianist, keyboardist, arranger, composer, and educator based in Los Angeles. He’s currently the keyboard player for the iconic Tears for Fears, but that’s just the start. Doug has recorded and performed with numerous artists, including Rihanna, Celine Dion, Britney Spears, and Enrique Iglesias. His work extends to film soundtracks, contributing to movies such as “Moonrise Kingdom” and “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” . Petty is also an adjunct professor at the USC Thornton School of Music. He has produced records for artists like Shawn Colvin and Audra McDonald and composed music for Disney TV series such as “Amphibia” and “101 Dalmatian Street.” We cover much of this amazing history and more in our catch-up with Doug. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Doug’s musical upbringing Doug’s education at Eastman School of Music Piano, orchestration and arranging over a career USC Thornton School of Music Doug’s approach as an educator of young musicians The early gigging years Working with Shawn Colvin Shawn Colvin – Holiday Songs and Lullabies Working on Britney Spears’ first album Working with Enrique Iglesias Mayfield – Mother England Joining Tears for Fears The challenge of recreating Tears for Fears keyboard sounds live Doug’s Tears for Fears keyboard rig Doug in action with Tears for Fears at Madison Square Garden Doug with Tears for Fears BBC Piano Room Doug’s arrangements on display – Rihanna at the American Music Awards Doug’s work with iconic Chinese singer G.E.M. Doug’s film work Working on animated classics such as Happy Feet and Frozen Keeping music human in an era of emerging AI Doug’s thoughts on train wreck moments and falling off stage Tag a Keyboard Player: Patrice Rushen Desert Island Discs: Goldberg Variations: Glenn Gould (1981 version), Gaucho – Steely Dan, Encouraging Words – Billy Preston, Organ Grinder Swing – Jimmy Smith, So – Peter Gabriel, Live At Fillmore West – Aretha Franklin, Dark Side of the Moon – Pink Floyd Thumbnail photos come from the amazing Emily Rath Orzabal via Doug’s Instagram Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Doug Petty, Tears for Fears / Shawn Colvin / Rihanna / Celine Dion / Britney Spears appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Roger Joseph Manning Jr. is a US-based keyboardist, singer, and songwriter renowned for co-founding the bands Jellyfish, the Moog Cookbook, and Imperial Drag. He also happens to be a long-time member of Beck’s backing band, is a member of The Lickerish Quartet and has also collaborated with artists such as Air, Jay-Z, Blink 182, and Johnny Cash. We cover a lot of this amazing territory in our chat with Roger. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Roger’s past 12 months Approach to working on music for sleep and/or meditation Roger’s musical upbringing Developing a career as a musician: the early days and catching the songwriting bug Beatnik Beatch in action The formation of Jellyfish and developing as a musician and an arranger Learning how to be a successful live band Roger in action with Jellyfish on Later with Jools Holland – The Ghost at Number One Jellyfish live on Letterman Jellyfish – The King is Half Undressed Love for Burt Bacharach Roger’s solo albums Wish it Would Rain – Roger J Manning Operator – Roger J Manning Joining Beck’s band An amazing YouTube playlist for Moog Cookbook Roger in action with Imperial Drag Roger playing with Beck – Paisley Park Sessions – Up All Night Roger with Beck on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert – Colors Roger’s ever-changing keyboard rig with Beck Roger playing live with Beck 2023 Tag a Keyboard Player: Thomas Dolby and Jeff Babko Desert Island Discs: Black Sea – XTC, Imperial Bedroom – Elvis Costello & The Attractions, Steve McQueen – Prefab Sprout, Deceptive Bends – 10CC, The Black Album – The Damned Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Roger J Manning, Beck / Jellyfish / Moog Cookbook / Imperial Drag appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Bob Fridzema has had quite the career already, marked by collaborations with a wide array of artists, including Glenn Hughes, Walter Trout, Bernie Marsden, and King King, among others. We cover a lot of this plus delve into other aspects of Bob’s work, including a quick studio tour that features some great vintage gear. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Bob’s musical childhood Early love for boogie woogie piano Bob in action with Bernie Marsden (Whitesnake) First exposure to Hammond organs Hammond L100 organ Bob in action with Glenn Hughes at the Whisky A Go Go in 2024 Bob Fridzema, Mike Mangan and Lachy Doley – the Glenn Hughes keyboard player ‘secret society’ Getting the gig with Glenn Hughes Learning Glenn’s setlist and the first rehearsal Bob in action with Walter Trout Bob’s Blues inspirations Bob with Joanne Shaw Taylor 2018 Working with Bernie Marsden Bob with Bernie Marden Bob on Hammond B3 with Christine Baird – Alone Tonight Bob’s approach as a teacher of skilled, motivated students Bob in action with King King at Wembley Arena Bob with Glenn Hughes – Might Just Take Your Life Tag a Keyboard Player: Mike Hicks, Michael Bluestein Desert Island Discs: Love Me Papa – Luther Allison, Plays Mac Rebennack – Dr John, Live at Berkeley – Jimi Hendrix, Bad Influence – Robert Cray, In Session – Koko Taylor (bootleg) Cover photo via Bob’s Instagram and the amazing Philip Verhaege Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Bob Fridzema, Glenn Hughes / King King / Joanne Shaw Taylor appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

It’s hard to overstate Eric Mouquet’s impact on music during the 1990s, and he’s still going strong. We cover Eric’s seminal work with Deep Forest but also his extensive recording, performing and collaboration with everyone from Peter Gabriel to David Foster and Herbie Hancock. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Eric’s introduction to music (thank you Deep Purple!) Welson electric organs The Farfisa VIP 500 organ Commencing studio work and learning from the pros Joe Hammer and Eric Mouquet Computers and MIDI lead to Deep Forest The formation of Deep Forest with Michel Sanchez Electronic music inspirations Approach to recording the first Deep Forest album The iconic Akai s900 sampler Erics go-to synths on the first album The Roland JD-800 How Australia kicked off Deep Forest’s wider success Taking a different approach to the second Deep Forest album (Boheme) Deep Forest’s third album Comparsa The passion for musical exploration 30 years later Eric’s work with Japanese artist Mell: repeat – Deep Forest Remix Eric’s work with Japanese artist Chitose Hajime on the album Music Detected – Will You Be Ready Working with Chinese artist Sa Dingding The joy of improvising and creating with a singer Working with Josh Groban and David Foster – Remember When It Rained Josh Groban – Awake Josh Groban – Machine (with Herbie Hancock) Collaboration with Peter Gabriel – While The Earth Sleeps Admiration for Joe Zawinul The technology Eric uses to create albums now Why the Expressive E Osmose is the keyboard Eric had been waiting for Desert Island Discs: Black Market – Weather Report, Piano Concerto in G – Ravel, Close to the Edge – Yes, A Love Supreme – John Coltrane, Blue Lines – Massive Attack Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Eric Mouquet, Deep Forest appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Phillip Golub is a Brooklyn-based pianist, improviser, and composer. We talk on Phillip’s career and his work in transcribing Wayne Shorter’s work, as well as some thoughts on the increasing challenges musicians face industrially. All in all a fascinating chat! To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Phillip’s musical upbringing Establishing a career in music Phillip playing with Layale Chaker and the Sarafand Ensemble Tropos – Fronk Breaking down the binary of composition and improvisation Approaching transcription and realising the work of others Steinberg Dorico Why Phillip prefers Dorico over Sibelius How Phillip came to be the transcriber of Wayne Shorter’s works Esperanza Spalding Attempting to assess Wayne Shorter’s impact on music Phillip Golub – It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas Phillip’s approach to creating music the past decade The importance of working with other people and sustained collaboration Phillip’s work with the Music Worker’s Alliance and the industrial challenges musicians face Session pay versus recording for ‘pizza and beer’ Artificial intelligence and keeping music human Phillip’s favourite non-piano keyboards Phillip’s Pianoteq inspired instrument, the Flexichord How lower quality key beds can be a creative opportunity Tag a Keyboard Player: Dana Saul Desert Island Discs: Junk Magic – Craig Taborn, Silent Tongues – Cecil Taylor, Autotrophs – Cory Smythe, Dusk – Andrew Hill, Open, To Love – Paul Bley, Largo – Brad Mehldau Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Phillip Golub, Pianist / Composer appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Anna Lapwood is a British organist, conductor, and broadcaster. Currently Director of Music at Pembroke College, Cambridge, Anna has a full schedule as both organist and conductor. We go in-depth in relation to some of the amazing instruments Anna has performed on, as well as a wide-ranging discussion on Anna’s career and the challenges of classical music in the modern era more broadly. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Anna’s musical upbringing First exposure to the organ The approach to intensive practice of up to 8 hours per day Becoming Director of Music at Pembroke College at 21 How teaching music works at Cambridge A week in the life of Anna Lapwood and Pembroke College Developing as a conductor Releasing one’s own work Insights into performance anxiety and ‘getting out of one’s head’ Anna’s love for film music and re-interpreting film music for the organ Anna performs ‘Cornfield Chase’ from the movie Interstellar The power of film music as a ‘gateway’ to classical music Anna explores the Royal Albert Hall Organ The largest organ in the world in Atlantic City USA Macy’s Philadelphia Wanamaker Organ Comparing thoughts on the organ as an instrument now, to when Anna was first introduced to the instrument Anna and Bonobo perform together Thoughts on keeping classical music fresh in the 21st Century and beyond A discussion on organist footwear – Organ Master shoes The Cambridge Organ Experience Bachathon for Zambia A tip for young players wanting to work in the music industry Three emerging artists Anna calls out: Toril Azzalini-Machecler, Lucy Walker, Jess Gillam Desert Island Discs: My One and Only Thrill – Melody Gardot, Soundtrack – Pirates of the Caribbean, Metamorphosen – Strauss, Bring Us, O Lord God – Sir William Harris, Intermezzo in A Major – Brahms Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Anna Lapwood, Organist / Conductor / Broadcaster appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Jim Sheridan is a hard keyboard player to quantify, as his career has been incredibly diverse. That said, it’s fair to say he’s a TV production expert from a musical viewpoint, and it’s given him some fascinating perspectives on composition, production and musicianship. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Name That Tune – Fox Network The process of refining 1400+ songs for a season of the show The joy of working with Randy Jackson The intensity of workflow during production of a season of Name That Tune Jim on the Late Late Show with Ryan Tubridy Jim’s (non) musical upbringing, teaching himself to play and his unexpected first audition The iconic Roland D50 Digital Native Dance Spyder Simpson – He’s a Businessman Jim performing with Linda Martin in 1995 Why Jim won’t have a bad word said against pop stars Jedward Jim on The Lyrics Board Jedward go acoustic on the Late Late Show Moving into TV work Learning and doing TV composition, and what killed it as a viable career Becoming a TV house band musical director Jim and his house band on Tubridy Tonight Michael Fassbender singing Twist and Shout Guns, late nights and a train wreck performance worthy of nightmares Russell Crowe performs on the Late Late Show Jim with Sinead O’Connor – For One Night Only Desert Island Discs: Trevor Horn Reimagines The Eighties – Trevor Horn, The Nightfly – Donald Fagen, Hejira- Joni Mitchell, West Side Story – Leonard Bernstein, Film Music Collection – Ennio Morricone Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Jim Sheridan, TV Music Producer, Musical Director & Composer appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

David Ryshpan is a multifaceted Canadian musician whose talents extend to being a pianist, keyboardist, composer, arranger, and DJ. Born in Toronto. David has collaborated with a range of artists, including the likes of Vox Sambou, Jorge Ben Jor, and Trio Bruxo, showcasing his versatility across different musical landscapes. We go from Beijing to Brazil in this discussion, with a side-trip to Tokyo, hope you enjoy it. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Getting into jazz at the age of 9 Playing matinee gigs at The Rex as a teenager Dave Brubeck – Strange Meadow Lark Jeff Johnston – McGill University David’s technique and why it was less than optimal David’s video on avoiding the ‘chicken dance’ with keyboard fingering Indigone Trio – Tonglen On developing a passion for Brazilian Jazz The Banff Centre Jazz & Sonic Arts residency Djavan – Tem Boi na Linha Jorge Ben Jor David performing with Jorge Ben Jor 2013 David at Blue Note Tokyo with Jorge Ben Jor 2014 Working with Vox Sambou Vox Sambou at Rio das Ostras Jazz & Blues festival 2019 The amazing Oktoecho Oktoecho – Transcestral Trio Bruxo in action Tag a Keyboard Player: Ric’key Pageot; Camille Gélinas (www.instagram.com/cam.geli); David Osei-Afrifa (www.instagram.com/david.osei.afrifa) Desert Island Discs: Herbie Hancock – Thrust; Stevie Wonder – Innervisions; Willie Colón & Ruben Blades – Siembra; Djavan – Alumbramento; Guillermo Klein – Carrera Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post David Ryshpan, Vox Sambou / Trio Bruxo appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Mikey Rowe is keyboardist for Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds. Rowe’s musical journey with Noel Gallagher extends beyond the High Flying Birds. He was also a part of Oasis and has an incredibly extensive session and recording career, which we discuss in some depth. And then there’s the train wreck story… A huge thanks to Mikey for his time! To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Mikey’s website Mikey’s past 6-12 months with Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds How the High Flying Birds gig came about Recording process with Noel and the High Flying Birds MD role and prepping for translating the new recorded work into the live environment Getting the gig with Oasis Mikey with Oasis on MTV Unplugged – Listen Up Mikey’s approach to covering the huge Oasis / Gallagher back catalogue Mikey’s Mainstage rig Mikey’s home studio setup Working with The Amorphous Androgynous and Future Sound of London Working with Stevie Nicks Stevie Nicks – In Your Dreams Mikey playing with Sheryl Crow – My Favourite Mistake On not reading music and working with other great musicians Playing with David Gilmour on Rattle That Lock Mikey playing David Gilmour’s song Today Why Mikey thinks he didn’t do a great job on the David Gilmour session Talking Hammonds and Leslies with Prince Working with Keith Richards and Mick Jagger Mikey with Sheryl Crow and Keith Richards – Happy Mikey’s Train Wreck Mikey with Rachel Stamp – Hey Hey Michael You’re Really Fantastic Tag a Keyboard Player: Roger Manning Desert Island Discs: OK Computer – Radiohead, In It For The Money – Supergrass, Matador – Gaz Coombes, Sea Change – Beck, A Hard Day’s Night – The Beatles A brief chat on Slade Slade – Run Runaway Mikey and Noel Gallagher perform Dead in the Water Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Mikey Rowe, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds / Oasis appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Mark Shusterman is the keyboardist for Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats. We cover his journey with that outfit as well as his other projects and diverse musical history. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Mark’s musical upbringing Constellations band The Blue Rider – Year of the Horse Mark’s love of the Rhodes and other go-to keyboards Meeting Nathaniel Rateliff The Hi-Dive in Denver Mark with The Night Sweats on Jimmy Fallon Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats – I Need Never Get Old The role of perfectionism and the band’s output Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats at Farm Aid 2023 – Time Makes Fools Mark’s keyboard rig with The Night Sweats The importance of backing vocals and harmonies Amlamas – Electric Eyes Mark’s art exhibition Mark’s favourite keyboards Guidance for those entering the industry and pitfalls to avoid The Helpinstill Upright Piano Tag a Keyboard Player: Jackie Miclau Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats – Buy My Round Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats – What If I with Phil Cook Desert Island Discs: Maggot Brain – Funkadelic, Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots – The Flaming Lips, Music for 18 Musicians – Steve Reich, Drukqs – Aphex Twin, Aquemini – Outkast. Pimp your band t-shirt: Light in the Black (Canada) Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Mark Shusterman, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Jim Prime has been Deacon Blue’s keyboard player for decades, and that alone is a great reason to spend some serious time with him. Add in his other playing credits with other artists (John Martyn, Johnny Hallyday), his sense of humour and some of the best anecdotes we’ve heard, and you’ve got an interview for the ages. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Jim in recent action and a tour of his keyboard rig Deacon Blue in full flight live Jim’s musical upbringing Park Lane Studios Glasgow Altered Images – Don’t Talk To Me About Love Taking two Oberheim OB-X synths on tour Learning how a show works thanks to community theatre Working with John Martyn Fear, alcohol and drugs: leaving the music industry Meeting Ricky Ross and formation of Deacon Blue Dealing with fear and imposter syndrome Deacon Blue – Dignity The power of collaboration to defeat procrastination Getting back to basics and being inspired by traditional Scottish music Margaret Urlich – Number One Working with ‘France’s Elvis’, Johnny Hallyday Jim playing live with, and being introduced by Johnny Hallyday Working on The Big Picnic (watch it here) Teaching at the University of the West of Scotland Reminiscence bump Tag a Keyboard Player: Chuck Leavell, Dave Stewart Desert Island Discs: Aja – Steely Dan, The Best of Earth, Wind & Fire Vol. 1 – Earth Wind & Fire, Second Helping – Lynyrd Skynyrd, Blue – Joni Mitchell, The Last Record Album – Little Feat. Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post James Prime, Deacon Blue appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Damon McMahon is an Australian-based keyboard player and former musical instrument industry professional who has a fascinating history of playing and living in other countries, including China, Singapore and Japan. We cover Damon’s interesting history in music and also engage in some music industry chat. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Damon’s musical ‘residency’ in Shanghai, China Playing in a four-piece band in Singapore Two and a half years playing in Japan athe Osaka Hilton Playing in Thailand Playing on the night of an earthquake in Osaka, Japan. The mature taste in music of the Japanese people Playing ABBA in China Working for Roland Corp. Roland RD-600 in action The Osaka Blue Note Joe Sample at the Blue Note Osaka 1995 Even politicians don’t understand not to talk at you while you’re playing… (and no, it wasn’t Anthony Albanese) Working for Yamaha Music Australia Working for Casio’s Australian distributor Differences between Yamaha, Roland and Casio’s approach Damon’s favourite keyboards A case in support of the arranger keyboard Damon’s guitar player-related train wreck Desert Island Discs: Here Come D’boogie Man – Herbie Marks, Jarreau – Al Jarreau, Johnnie B. Bad – Johnnie Johnson, Original Soundtrack – Rebel, Natural Wonder – Stevie Wonder Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Damon McMahon, Keyboardist and Industry Expert appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Most of our guests are hard to pigeon-hole, but none moreso than Sarah Belle Reid. We delve into Sarah’s fascinating work in modular synthesis, composition and even take a few detours into academia and virtual reality. If you’ve ever thought about learning or jumping into modular synthesis, Sarah has some great guidance as well. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Sarah’s musical upbringing Learning trumpet and piano classicly and the transition to experimental / electronic music Dealing with anxiety and ‘stage fright’ in performance Discovering and loving modular synthesis The Serge modular synth The challenge of learning modular synthesis Learn more about the MIGSI (Minimally Invasive Gesture Sensing Interface) Group education and mentoring of synthesis students (you can check out Sarah’s course here) Dealing with doubts about musical training and ability Not getting caught up in genre The Imaginative Listening Project Sonic Meditations by Pauline Oliveros The Postcard Project An esoteric discussion on virtual spaces, music and future predictions Alternatives to musical notation Sarah’s own creative output – check out Sarah’s discography here Virtual modular synth platform: VCV Rack Sarah’s free VCV Rack course Tag a Keyboard Player: Todd Barton Desert Island Discs: Self-titled – Doc Cheatham and Nicholas Payton, Not In Our Name – Charlie Haden, Electronic Works 1958-1995 – Else Marie Pade Pimp your Band T-Shirt: Spit Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Sarah Belle Reid, Performer – Composer appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Aside from his founding role with The Greyboy Allstars and his recent tour with Roger Waters, Robert Walter has had an incredibly diverse career as a performer and composer. We cover it all as well as some great guidance for newer players and some great Desert Island Disc picks. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Robert’s musical upbringing Forming The Greyboy Allstars Robert and The Greyboy Allstars in action live – December’s Bicycle Discovering a passion for the Hammond B3 Forming Robert Walter’s 20th Congress Robert Walter’s 20th Congress in action live Get a taste of Robert’s Aquarium Drunkard Lagniappe Session (Vol. 3) Securing the gig with Roger Waters Robert in action with Roger Waters during 2023 – Sheep Comfortably Numb 2022 Great Gig in the Sky – The Dark Side of the Moon Redux Approach to dual keyboard players on the Roger Waters tour, with Jon Carin Experience of playing huge, immersive Roger Waters shows Film / TV composition work What Robert has learned from others and what guidance he’d pass on Robert’s train wreck stories x 2 Tag a Keyboard Player: John Medeski, Jon Carin, John Gros Desert Island Discs: Thrust – Herbie Hancock, Waiting for Columbus – Little Feat, Dr John’s Gumbo – Dr John, Straight Life – Freddie Hubbard, Organ Grinder Swing – Jimmy Smith Pimp Your Band T-Shirt – Basler Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Robert Walter, The Greyboy Allstars / Roger Waters appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Jamie Hilboldt has been the go-to keys man for a range of artists from The Funk Brothers to his current long-term gig with the iconic Gary Puckett & The Union Gap. We cover Jamie’s career and his approach to playing and performing songs that are ingrained into the fabric of popular music. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Jamie’s musical upbringing and inspirations Touring with show bands Maintaining motivation and equilibrium playing 6 nights a week Playing at The White House Playing Beehive – The ’60’s Musical Legends in Concert and becoming MD Auditioning for Gary Puckett & The Union Gap Woodshedding Gary Puckett’s music for first tour Jamie in action with Gary Puckett & The Union Gap Using MainStage Working with The Funk Bros Working with Archie Bell and The Drells Working on the Janis Joplin musical (Love, Janis) Being married to a keyboard player / pianist Jamie’s go-to keybooards Some great guidance to those wanting to break into the industry When Tom Schuman from Spyro Gyra turns up at your gig Playing at The White House Tag a Keyboard Player: George Duke Desert Island Discs (artists chosen by Jamie, some albums chosen by host): Guardian of the Light – George Duke, Head Hunters, Herbie Hancock, ‘Flicted – Bruce Hornsby, Hermit of Mink Hollow – Todd Rundgren. Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Jamie Hilboldt, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Grant Larcom is one of the stellar stable of keyboard players with Postmodern Jukebox. We talk on his amazing ride with that outfit as well as his other projects and future plans. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Grant’s rig tour on YouTube Grant’s musical upbringing Working as a ‘lobby pianist’ in Nashville Freelancing on Fiverr Getting the gig with Postmodern Jukebox Preparing for the first PMJ tour Playing the first PMJ gig Effie Passero and Postmodern Jukebox perform Hallelujah Working as a piano tuner between PMJ tours Tag a Keyboard Player: Eric Barfield Desert Island Discs: Nevermind – Nirvana, Facelift – Alice in Chains, any Oscar Peterson album (we’ve chosen Oscar Peterson Plays the George Gershwin Songbook), Core – Stone Temple Pilots, Pendulum – Creedence Clearwater Revival Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Grant Larcom, Postmodern Jukebox appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Franz Nicolay plays piano, accordion and pretty much anything with keys for a wide range of projects including The Hold Steady and cabaret-punk orchestra World/Inferno Friendship Society as well as his own burgeoning solo career. We talk on all that in addition to his output as an author (see links below). This is one wide ranging chat we hope you’ll enjoy a great deal. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Franz’s past 12 months Franz’s most recent solo album – New River Seeking the challenge of being more exposed Franz’s musical upbringing The World / Inferno Friendship Society Guignol – Bad Day at the U.N. Anti-Social Music – Anti-Social Wedding Music Voltaire – The Black Labyrinth Experience of being in highly democratic bands Franz’s upcoming book – Band People Humorless Ladies of Border Control and Someone Should Pay For Your Pain (check both of them out here) Rebecca West – Black Lamb and Grey Falcon Joining The Hold Steady Franz live with The Hold Steady in 2023 The Hold Steady – Sideways Skull The Hold Steady – Don’t Let Me Explode The Hold Steady – Chicago Seemed Tired Last Night The Hold Steady – Navy Sheets The Hold Steady – Heavy Covenant (featuring some old soviet synth samples) Franz’s rig with The Hold Steady Franz’s solo work on YouTube Tag a Keyboard Player: Garth Hudson, Geraint Watkins, Bob Andrews, Scott Thurston, Terry Adams, Ted Bois Desert Island Discs: Mercury – American Music Club, The Ellington Suites – Duke Ellington And His Orchestra, The Band – The Band, Live at Montreaux – Andrew Hill, Fourth Symphony (Live) – Charles Ives Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Franz Nicolay, The Hold Steady appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

In this episode, we celebrate the 100th episode of the Keyboard Chronicles podcast. We discuss the behind-the-scenes process of producing a podcast and share our top five guests. other notable guests, discuss our favorite interviews, most popular audio and video episodes, and our bucket list guests. We also talk on our plans for 2024 and of course YOU, without whom this show would not be here. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Producing a podcast and what we’ve learned Top five guests (Paul) Top five guests (David) Honorable mentions Top 5 most popular audio episodes Top 5 most popular video episodes Paul’s bucket list guests David’s bucket list guests i Most commonly cited album by guests when picking their top 5. What’s coming in 2024 Thank yous Outtakes Volume 1 Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post The Century Retrospective Episode appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

We catch up with Morris Hayes to talk about his incredible career to date, including not only his amazing time with Prince, but his diverse production career and great insights on touring and playing. In this second instalment (Part 1 is here) we cover some iconic Prince gigs, a train wreck story that will turn your blood to ice water, hanging with Herbie Hancock and a great deal more. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Maintaining a long term successful musical relationship with Prince Recollection on the 2007 Superbowl performance and playing in the rain with a keyboard rig Check out the 2007 Superbowl Performance for yourself MD’ing the Prince Tribute Continuing NPG after Prince’s death When Alicia Keys sits next to you on a piano stool Hanging with Herbie Hancock An emotional moment with Stevie Wonder in lead up to the Prince tribute concert Morris with Kanye West and Prince in Sweden Morris with Bono and Prince – The Cross Morris’ two great train wreck stories 3 Chains O’ Gold Morris and Prince on Letterman – Dolphin How to create great brass sounds on a synth (thanks to Frank, Niagara Falls, NY for the question) Morris Master Class in Keyboard Magazine (thanks to Walter from Guatemala City, Guatamala for the comment) Desert Island Discs: Sign ‘O’ The Times – Prince, Songs in the Key of Life – Stevie Wonder, Innervisions – Stevie Wonder, Double Vision – Bob James and David Sanborn, Raise! – Earth, Wind and Fire. Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Morris Hayes, Prince / New Power Generation (Part 2) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

We catch up with Morris Hayes to talk about his incredible career to date, including not only his amazing time with Prince, but his diverse production career and great insights on touring and playing. In this first part we cover Morris’ development as musician, his entry into the orbit of Prince and his approach to becoming an effective musical director and collaborator for the New Power Generation. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): It’s been a busy year: Morris’ projects during 2023 Growing up in Jefferson, Arkansas USA ‘Faking’ one’s way into a first band The Moog Satellite An early gig with (Gubernatorial candidate) Bill Clinton The Bizness band BrownMark’s YouTube channel Jerome Benton Meeting The Time George Clinton scene in Graffiti Bridge Working as a production assistant at Paisley Park Mazarati – 100 MPH Forming and playing with G Sharp & The Edge: Prince’s house band at Glam Slam Morris catching Prince’s attention with his synth tech Morris’ first (and very short) face-to-face meeting with Prince First conversations with Prince Morris in Brownmark’s Bang Bang Playing at Glam Slam with Prince in the audience Touring with Carmen Electra as support on Prince’s Diamonds and Pearls Tour Learning from Prince on structuring a great performance On joining New Power Generation Wood-shedding Prince’s songs on short notice Keyboards used in NPG and programming a Roland D50 Being inspired by Eric Persing and Spectrasonics, Marcus Ryle, Michael Boddicker, Bo Tomlyn Developing a collaborative relationship with Prince as musical director Rehearsal process with Prince and NPG Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Morris Hayes, Prince / New Power Generation (Part 1) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Kevin Gastonguay is a pianist and composer from Minnesota and now based in Nashville. Kevin has gained has gained well-deserved recognition for his work with jazz guitarist Cory Wong, with whom he records and tours internationally. In addition to his collaborations with Wong, Kevin has played in a range of bands and continues to release his own work regularly. All of this and more is covered in this episode so enjoy! To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Kevin’s past year of touring and moving to Nashville Kevin in action in France on the most recent Cory Wong tour Kevin’s musical upbringing The Minneapolis music scene One example of an amazing Kevin Gastonguay solo Playing in Dr Mambo’s Combo Kevin in action with Dr Mambo’s Combo Kevin playing with Nooky Jones Kevin’s song Busted Toof with New Sound Underground Kevin’s hot tip for sleeping better on tour Working with the band Pizza Coupon Joining / evolving with Cory Wong Approach to working up songs and performing them when on tour with Cory Wong Tour of Kevin’s home studio keyboard rig Thoughts on Nord Stage 4 Kevin Gastonguay – I Wear My Face on My Head Kevin Gastonguay – Last Place Dreamer Kevin Gastonguay – Legend of the Vigilant Cranes Tag a Keyboard Player: Larry Goldings (definitely on our bucket list – please consider us Larry!) Desert Island Discs: Largo – Brad Mehldau, Flood – Herbie Hancock, Heavy Weather – Weather Report Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Kevin Gastonguay, Cory Wong / Solo Artist appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Darryl Beaton has already had an incredible career as a keyboard player, singer and musical director, and he’s just getting started. We talk with Darryl on his career to date, his take on the ups and downs of TV-based musical direction and a whole bunch more including one hell of a Stevie Wonder anecdote! To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Working with Delta Goodrem Darryl in action with Delta Goodrem Darryl’s keyboard rig with Delta Goodrem Darryl’s musical upbringing and Mrs Parsons the amazing piano teacher The challenging early years of being a professional musician Human Nature Darryl in action with Human Nature Working with Kanye West and observing his work ethic Darryl in action on Australian Idol The specific challenges of working on a show like Australian Idol A typical day on Australian Idol Challenging the stereotypes around singers and musicians on ‘talent shows’ Working with Jess Mauboy Darryl in action with Jess Mauboy Darryl in action as solo artist Darryl Beaton Band live in Japan How time in West Africa changed Darryl’s view of music (and life) Thoughts for younger players entering the music industry Tag a Keyboard Player: PJ Morton Desert Island Discs: Innervisions – Stevie Wonder, Bring on the Night – Sting, Live at The Bitter End 1971 – Donny Hathaway, Weekend in L.A. – George Benson, How I Got Over … Songs That Carried Us – Smokie Norful. HOnourable mentions for Whispering Jack and Age of Reason – John Farnham, and Matchbook – Ian Moss. Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Darryl Beaton, Jessica Mauboy / Delta Goodrem / Guy Sebastian appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Dominic Fallacaro is a jazz pianist, co-arranger, orchestrator, and Music Director. He’s currently MD for the hit Broadway jukebox musical & Juliet. This is of course, only one aspect of Dominic’s career and we cover his other achievements as a player, composer and arranger. There’s even a great Elmo story, so this is one not to miss! To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Working on the musical & Juliet Max Martin and & Juliet Technical breakdown of how the band works in & Juliet Arranging iconic songs for & Juliet Dominic’s musical upbringing Moving to studio and live performance Rachel Z, Kevin Mahogany The power of saying yes From Mommy and Me classes to the studio and winning a Grammy with Tim Kubart Tim Kubart – Showtime Working on Sesame Street Sesame Street – We Can All Be Friends Involvement with In The Heights Working on tik, tik… Boom! Come to Your Senses – from tik, tik… Boom! Dealing with musical challenges when playing ‘on rails’ with a click in musical theatre Love for the Kurzweil PC2X Dominic in rehearsals for Hell’s Kitchen – the new Alicia Keys musical The amazing Adam Blackstone Tag a Keyboard Player: Rick Wakeman, Nicolas Dupuis (Anomalie), Chromeo Desert Island Discs: Thrust – Herbie Hancock, Whatever and Ever Amen – Ben Folds Five, Art of the Trio Vol 4: Back to the Vanguard – Brad Mehldau, Amnesiac – Radiohead T-Shirt shout-out: Rockzilla Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Dominic Fallacaro – Musical Director / Orchestrator / Composer appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Buck Johnson has been playing and singing since a very young age, and this experience shows in this interview as Buck takes us through his amazing career to date. We cover everything from Aerosmith’s farewell tour, to Buck’s production career, working with a range of true greats and his solo work. Lots to enjoy in this one. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Aerosmith tour on hiatus Buck’s childhood immersion in music and performance Developing an interest in the piano Timeless advice from Mrs Gillespie Moving to LA and the music business as an adult Buck with Tal Bachman – She’s So High Working with John Waite Buck with Brother Cane A sudden trip to Istanbul: getting the call to join Aerosmith Buck and Steven Tyler in action – Cryin’ The amazing Bruce Hendrix Buck and Aerosmith – Lord of the Thighs Buck with The Joe Perry Project – Lick and a Promise Buck with The Joe Perry Project – Reefer Headed Woman Buck with Hollywood Vampires – The Boogie Man Surprise Buck’s keyboard rig for Aerosmith vs Hollywood Vampires and Joe Perry Developing a love for the Hammond B3 The amazing Bill Mason Working with the Doobie Brothers, Matthew Sweet, Shawn Mullins, The Thorns, John Waite The Thorns Live at Rockpalast 2003 Buck with Whisky Falls – Last Train Running Buck as co-writer has a song picked up by Carlos Santana – Just Feel Better Buck’s solo album – Enjoying the Ride The brilliant Charlie Midnight Buck’s upcoming album (and his Instagram for updates) Desert Island Discs: Thank You for the Valley – Johnson Brothers Quartet, Tumbleweed Connection – Elton John, Help! – The Beatles, Physical Graffiti – Led Zeppelin, Toys in the Attic – Aerosmith, Who’s Next – The Who Cover photo: Kat Benzova via Buck’s Instagram Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Buck Johnson, Aerosmith / Hollywood Vampires / Joe Perry Project appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Scott Sheriff is the go-to keys maestro for the excepetional Carrie Underwood. He is also a busy session / studio musician and arranger, and also has his own yacht rock band, amongst other projects. We talk about all of this and more in this episode. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Scott’s musical upbringing The fascination of MTV and transcribing songs Airplay – Cryin’ All Night Working for David Foster Discussion of David Foster’s work Attending Berklee College of Music Working as an in-house demo recorder and arranger Working with the band Allies Bob Carlisle – Butterfly Kisses Joining Steven Curtis Chapman Scott playing live with Steven Curtis Chapman (1992) Scott playing live with Steve Curtis Chapman (2002) Joining Kenny Loggins as keyboard player and ending up MD Scott playing live with Kenny Loggins Shem von Schroeck Joining Carrie Underwood Scott playing with Carrie Underwood on the Howard Stern Show (2023) Rehearsal process for a Carrie Underwood tour Scott playing with Carrie Underwood on The Today Show (2023) The similarities and differences with playing on TV Approach to playing keys within a tightly scheduled / sequenced show Scott’s Hammond and Roland-centric rig Scott’s initial thoughts on the Roland V-Accordion Scott’s Train Wreck story Scott’s Twelve Against Nature Steely Dan tribute band “The Second Arrangement”- Steely Dan’s lost (erased) Gaucho track – International Dan Collective Scott’s band Yacht’s Landing Scott live on Australian TV with Carrie Underwood Tag a Keyboard Player: Dave Richardson and Jamie Hosmer (Santa Fe and the Fat City Horns) and the amazing Michael Whittaker Desert Island Discs: A Trick of the Tail – Genesis, Jarreau – Al Jarreau, The Nightfly – Donald Fagen, An Evening With Silk Sonic – Silk Sonic, Mecca for Moderns – The Manhattan Transfer. Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Scott Sheriff, Carrie Underwood appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Trevor Nealon has been playing keys with Band of Heathens for more than ten years, after an already diverse career in music. We cover off Trevor’s career across those multiple projects and have a few laughs along the way. Hope you enjoy it! To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel ; Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Starting out with Band of Heathens Band of Heathens live Getting into the Mellotron John Medeski Trevor’s rig with Band of Heathens Frappe’ing sounds Musical upbringins and teaching oneself to play Having a passion for The Grateful Dead and playing in a Grateful Dead tribute Bruce Robison and The Next Waltz Working on Willie Nelson recordings (Slow Down Old World and Pretend I Never Happened) On adjusting playing approach in the recording environment Matt Tedder Trevor’s serious train wreck Monty Alexander Grateful Dead documentary opening Tag a Keyboard Player: Kevin McKendree Desert Island Discs: Sun Bear Concerts – Keith Jarrett, Unplugged – Eric Clapton, Garcia Live Volume One – Jerry Garcia Band, Abbey Road – The Beatles, So Far – Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Trevor Nealon, Band of Heathens appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Dan “Spiffy” Neuman is a multi-instrumental musician, whose organ playing caught our attention over recent years. As you’ll hear, Dan’s upbringing and career to date is incredibly diverse and he’s rightly gained recognition for his skills as a guitarist and organist. For those unfamiliar with churches with a gospel singing focus, this is a fascinating interview from that aspect as well. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Greater Mount Sinai Church of God in Christ Dan’s YouTube Channel Dan in action at Greater Mount Sinai Talking black vs white churches and ‘the most segregated hour in the country’ An explanation of ‘redlining’ Musical preparation for a service at Greater Mt Sinai Preparedness vs spontaneity in a church context Working with feedback from the pastor / congregation / fellow musicians Dan’s rig at Greater Mt Sinai Bennett Paysinger and the City of Refuge band in action Dan’s musical upbringing Johnny Costa – Mister Rogers’ Neighbourhood Dan creates his own attempt at a Leslie speaker Discovering a love for gospel music Gospel Workshop of America When you think you’re ‘the stuff’ and you’re not Cassandra O’Neal Falling in love with Hammond Organs Desert Island Discs: Head Hunters – Herbie Hancock, Songs in the Key of Life – Stevie Wonder, God’s Property – Kirk Franklin’s Nu Nation, The Rainbow Children – Prince, Love Symbol – Prince. Honourable mention for Pages of Life 3 DVD – Fred Hammond. Band t-shirt call-out: The Not No Howz Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Dan ‘Spiffy’ Neuman, Touring and Session Organist appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Rob Aries is a keyboard player and bassist for Average White Band. Rob also happens to be a formidable jazz player and in this episode we cover all of that plus some, in what’s been an amazing career to date. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Joining Average White Band (AWB) Playing with AWB On AWB being the 15th most sampled band in history Pick up the Pieces – Average White Band School Boy Crush – Average White Band Musical upbringing Learning from John Mehegan John Mehegan – Once Again in Love God Bless The Child – Blood, Sweat and Tears Living and gigging in New York as a young man Nite Sprite band in action in 1980 Average White Band and The Chicken Dance (spoiler: David got his research wrong) Working with John Scofield Rob in action with John Scofield – Protocol John Scofield as band leader Touring with a Yamaha KX-88 in a plywood case Surviving the pandemic Heathkit project Rock Me Tonight – Freddie Jackson The Tascam 388 Rob playing on Freddie Jackson’s cover of Good Morning Heartache Rob’s amazingly compact rig with Average White Band Next 12 months and future of AWB Thoughts for younger players and the challenges of current approach to music variety and melody The Whitehall Grand Prix Duo combo organ Tag a Keyboard Player: Jacob Collier, Jonah Nilsson Desert Island Discs: The Real McCoy – McCoy Tyner, A Love Supreme – JOhn Coltrane (ideally a live version such as this), Now He Sings, Now He Sobs – Chick Corea, Thrust – Herbie Hancock, Pimp Your T-Shirt: Boneyard Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Rob Aries, Average White Band appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Paddy Milner is a British keyboard player and blues pianist, who amongst other things is the current keyboard player for Sir Tom Jones, and co-founder of roots / rock ‘n roll outfit Jawbone. We speak with Paddy on his musical upbringing, his love for the blues and boogie woogie and his amazing gigs with artists like Jack Bruce and Tom Jones. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Paddy’s website Nicky Hopkins documentary – The Session Man Rolling Stones – She’s a Rainbow The Kinks – Session Man Teenage years and inspiration of the blues and boogie woogie piano Ben Waters – Boogie 4 Stu Studying music at King’s College London Jazz lessons at Royal Academy of Music Nick Weldon – In The Wee Small Hours of the Morning Pete Brown performs White Room Eddie Martin live – Breaking Even Paddy’s tribute to Gerry Bron Paddy plays Unsquare Dance live Jawbone – Family Man Playing with Jack Bruce Paddy playing with Jack Bruce – Born Under A Bad Sign Scott McKeon Joining Tom Jones Working for Tom Jones Paddy’s keyboard rig with Tom Jones Working for Sandi Thom and picking up an accordion If you’re listening / watching Nord… glissandos on the Nord Piano 5 Paddy performing with Tom Jones – This is the Sea Paddy’s online piano courses Paddy’s two train wreck stories Tag a Keyboard Player: Jon Cleary Desert Island Discs: Dr John’s Gumbo – Dr John, Junco Partner – James Booker, Maiden Voyage – Herbie Hancock, The Last Record Album – Little Feat, Songs: The Art of the Trio Volume 3 – Brad Mehldau. Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Paddy Milner, Tom Jones appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Troye Kinnett is an Indiana USA-based keyboard player, who aside from holding down keyboard duties with John Mellencamp for close to twenty years, has had a lengthy and varied career in production, live work and composition. We talk on all this and more with Troye, including some great road stories and perspectives on the music industry in changing times. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel /p> Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Troye’s musical upbringing Gaither Studios, Alexandria, Indiana USA Static Shack, Indiana USA John Cascella Jimmy Ryser live at Farm Aid (with Troye on keyboards) Sandi Patty – How We Love Playing 8 gigs a week for a dinner theatre show Will Rogers Follies – Favorite Son Ghost Brothers of Darkland County Troye’s incredible 4-day Mellencamp deadline Touring Australia with Mellencamp and Sheryl Crow, and that infamous song “I Need A Lover“ Keeping things fresh setlist-wise on tour Troye and John Mellencamp live at the Beacon Theatre New York, 2023 Working on John Mellencamp’s albums John Mellencamp – Gone So Soon David Leonard – Record Producer John Mellencamp and Bruce Springsteen – Wasted Days Troye’s perspective on John Mellencamp’s output over past 15 years Troye performing with Keith Urban and John Mellencamp – Pink Houses Being band leader of 500 musicians at 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 – the Rock-IN-Roar 500 Stephen King performing with The Rock Bottom Remainders Ghost Brothers of Darkland County – Trailer Advertising / TV work Troye in action with The Nauti Yachtys Band Troye’s go-to keyboards Tag a Keyboard Player: Bobby Sparks II Desert Island Discs: 1984 – Van Halen, Leftoverture – Kansas, Honky Chateau – Elton John, Big Generator – Yes, A Decade of Steely Dan – Steely Dan Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Troye Kinnett, John Mellencamp appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

In Part 2 of our interview with Rachel Flowers, we cover off her love of Keith Emerson’s work and her interactions and performances in that space, her love of Stevie Wonder as well as our raft of standard questions including some brilliant desert island disc picks! To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Meeting Keith Emerson Esperanza Spalding live Rachel playing ‘The Barbarian” alongside Steve Porcaro at Keith Emerson Tribute Garritan Instant Orchestra Meeting Mike Keneally Rachel at NAMM 2018 Meeting Stevie Wonder Najee plays Steve Wonder’s As The challenges of perfect pitch Rachel’s upcoming projects Questlove talks on Amy Winehouse Erykah Badu – Green Eyes Rachel’s Train Wreck Story Desert Island Discs: A Live One – Phish, At Duke’s Place -Ella Fitzgerald and Duke Ellington, Tarkus – Emerson, Lake and Palmer, Live from Moscow, 1979 – Elton John (and Ray Cooper), A Love Supreme – John Coltrane. Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Twitter , TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our listener survey to help us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. Support us on Patreon and receive bonus content Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Rachel Flowers, Pianist / Organist / Synthesist (Part 2) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.