The Keyboard Chronicles

Rachel Flowers is a renowned pianist who has played / collboarated with some of the biggest artists in the world. In this first of two parts, we cover Rachel’s early years and development in music, and have some good laughs along the way 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): Rachel’s first memories of music and playing Transitioning from Sonar to Logic and Reaper Admiration of Jacob Collier Rachel’s approach to composition Composing from dream content Rachel Flowers – Dawn Points Rachel Flowers – Time for the Prize Rachel Flowers – Love Today Hearing is Believing film trailer Admiration for Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross and John Batiste’s work on Soul Rachel’s amazing associative abilities with food and music Rachel Flowers – Aloha Pt. 1 Discussion on different genres and mixing them together in composition Jeanie Flowers – Alone Discovery and love of the guitar A discussion on Frank Zappa Frank Zappa – The Torture Never Stops Playing with Dweezil Zappa Rachel playing Inca Roads live With Zappa Plays Zappa Rachel playing Montana live with Dweezil Zappa and Zappa Plays Zappa A discussion on playing Inca Roads Discovering Emerson, Lake and Palmer Deodato – Sprach Zarathustra 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 1) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

We speak with the amazing Rai Thistlethwayte on his incredible international career as an acclaimed keyboard player across a range of genres. As you’ll hear / see, Rai is an incredibly down-to-earth and insightful musician with some great perspectives on the keyboard playing life. 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): Rai’s website Moving from ‘nerdy’ keyboard player to guitar wielding front-man of a rock band (and doing both) Rai’s musical upbringing Early exposure to the music industry and record contracts Rai and Thirsty Merc in action – The Grind Thirsty Merc Live Balancing the different aspects of a music career in both Australia and overseas Rai’s inspirations Starting out in the US: ‘It’s Sixty bucks and a punch in the face’ Rai in action with Louis Cole and KNOWER: Overtime Working with Joe Satriani Rai with Joe Satriani – The Elephants of Mars Rai’s Joe Satriani tour gear video Cosmic Psychos – Better in the Shed Working with Aaron Sterling Aaron Sterling – Sound of Sterloid Vol 1 Sun Rai – San Franciso Street (featuring Aaron Sterling) Rai’s inspiring song Man Oh Man Dealing with imposter syndrome / times of feeling down Lianne La Havas – Weird Fishes On setting up sounds for a Joe Satriani tour using Nord keyboards only The Embertone Walker 1955 Concert D Love for Spectrasonics’ releases Question from listener Walter Galindo on hand independence Joe Satriani band pre-show ceremony Tag a Keyboard Player: Dennis Hamm, Aaron Parks Desert Island Discs: Machine Head – Deep Purple, The Sixteen Men of Tain – Alan Holdsworth, Mr Bungle – Mr Bungle, Standards Vol. 2 – Keith Jarrett, Mama Said – Lenny Kravitz, honourable mention to Hejira – Joni Mitchell 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 Rai Thistlethwayte – Thirsty Merc / Joe Satriani / Sun Rai appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

We continue our chat with the amazing Bill Payne (Part 1 is here). We cover a lot more territory in relation to Little Feat, keyboard rigs, Bill’s other significant collaborations with other artists and a whole bunch 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): Keyboard contemporaries and using original versus digital keyboards The ‘Houston Welcoming Committee’ and doubts on touring Bill’s train wreck story on stage with James Taylor Rundown of common causes of on-stage angst On advocating ‘unliked’ songs when recording Why being in a band is not for the faint of heart Advice for aspiring players Writing to Jeff Bezos Tag a Keyboard Player: Glenn Gould, Little Richard, Wayne Shorter, Joe Zawinul, Mitsuko Uchida Desert Island Discs: Rubber Soul – The Beatles, Brahms: Piano Concerto No.2; Paganini Variations – John Lill, Bringing It All Back Home – Bob Dylan, Soul Men – Sam & Dave, West Side Story – Bernstein and Sondheim. 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 Bill Payne, Little Feat (Part 2) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Bill Payne is a highly acclaimed American musician best known as a founding member and keyboardist of the iconic rock band Little Feat. With his keyboard skills, Bill has made significant contributions to Little Feat’s extensive discography, including hit songs like “Dixie Chicken,” “Willin’,” and “Fat Man in the Bathtub.” Throughout his career, Bill has collaborated with numerous renowned artists and his dedication to his craft and his remarkable musical prowess have firmly established him as a celebrated figure in the realm of rock and roll. In part 1 of this interview we cover off a heap of Little Feat history and a range of other topics. 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): The new Little Feat band lineup Oh Atlanta Live 2022 Talking the re-release of the Sailin’ Shoes and Dixie Chicken albums Neon Park – album artist / graphic designer Bill talks about his upcoming memoir and Little Feat documentary On seeing The Yardbirds as young musicians Bill’s songwriting process and using a Zoom recorder to sketch out ideas Paul Muldoon – Poet Collaborating with other artists – what Bill believes he delivers Brilliant Paul Simon anecdote On being a ‘partner in crime’ with collaborators Working with Bonnie Raitt – Home Plate and Takin’ My Time Working with Bob Seger – Against The Wind and Hollywood Nights Working with Bryan Adams on ‘Everything I Do, I Do It For You’ Bill’s discovery of synths in the early 70s and their role in his work since Playing realistic brass synth on ‘Let It Roll’ Bill and Tommy Emmanuel – Cajun Girl 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 Bill Payne, Little Feat (Part 1) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Steve Maggiora has only been with Toto for a handful of years, but he’s already making a big impression. We talk with Steve on his recent tour with Toto, how he got the gig in the first place, and the much wider career he’s had as a keyboard player, including an amazing gig on the Canary Islands! 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): Dealing with post-Toto tour wind down Getting the gig with Toto Recreating Steve Porcaro’s sounds Home of the Brave – Live 2023 Working out ‘who plays what’ with Dominique “Xavier” Taplin Learning / memorising Toto songs Playing with Greg Phillinganes Keeping it fresh on stage when touring Learnings from touring with Toto Toto – Jake to the Bone (Live) Joining Robert Jon & The Wreck The Young Americans performing arts organisation Steve with Robert Jon & The Wreck – Oh Miss Carolina Steve live with Robert Jon & The Wreck – Cold Night Experience of playing Blues Cruises Musical upbringing / lessons Non Dimenticar by The Internationals Check out Produce Like A Pro Steve’s Patreon Keep Truckin’ – Steve Maggiora Jason Parfait / 504 Horns Working with Natalie Imbruglia Tag a Keyboard Player: Lachy Doley, Bob Fridzema Desert Island Discs: The Artist in the Ambulance – Thrice, Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band – The Beatles, Come Away With Me – Norah Jones, Toto IV – Toto, OST – Jurrasic Park Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Steve Maggiora, Toto / Solo Artist appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Aside from holding down keyboard duties with iconic act Blondie for more than 15 years, Matt Katz-Bohen has had an incredibly diverse career in music to date. We cover the gamut from Princess Goes to Matt’s work on Broadway, Blondie and a whole 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): Musical upbringing Evan Pazner and Lee Fields Matt Katz-Bohen and Laurel Barclay – Daddy Don Hill’s – Greenwich St Manhattan Good Squad live with Deborah Harry The Toilet Boys – Another Day In The Life Getting the gig with Blondie Matt playing live [Fade Away (And Radiate)] with Blondie 2008 on his first tour Blondie Live at Coachella 2023 Work on Hedwig and the Angry Inch Broadway show Princess Goes – Nevertheless Matt’s two train wreck stories Tips for keyboard players just starting out in the industry Blondie – Too Much Tag a keyboard player: Sarah Goldstone Desert Island Discs: Chopin Ballades for Piano – Arthur Rubenstein, Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This) – Eurythmics, xx – The XX, For the Roses – Joni Mitchell, any of first four Black Sabbath albums. Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Matt Katz-Bohen, Blondie / Princess Goes appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Danalogue is a British keyboard player with The Comet is Coming, a British experimental jazz band formed in London in 2013. The group is known for their unique blend of jazz, electronica, funk, and psychedelic music. In addition to talking about that project we also cover Danalogue’s involvement in other musical projects and collaborations such as Soccer96. 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): Discovering a passion for music, partly due to the ‘angelic’ Diana Ross Led Zeppelin Live At Madison Square Garden – The Song Remains the Same Watching The Stranglers Touring with James Playing live with Tim Booth (on sax and keys) Meeting and chatting with Brian Eno Forming and evolving Soccer96 Soccer96 in action and also here The development of The Comet is Coming The Comet is Coming – Summon The Fire live at Glastonbury On recording to tape The naming of The Comet is Coming (you can listen to the track in question right here, and here’s a great story on the BBC Radiophonic Workshop) The differences in playing The Comet is Coming material live David Byrne – Everyone’s Coming to My House – American Utopia Danalogue’s rig rundown Danalogue and Alabaster DePlume – The March That Is Unstoppable Jeff Beck’s 808 drum machine A good train wreck moment Däm Funk’s shoulder synth Tag a keyboard player: Charlie Stacey Desert Island Discs: The Inner Mounting Flame – Mahavishnu Orchestra, Innervisions – Stevie Wonder, GLAQJO XAACSSO – Patten, Shri Camel – Terry Riley, Outdoor Museum Of Fractals – James Holden & Camilo Tirado (Don’t forget to check out all our guest’s selections on this page) Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown, Midnight Mastering, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew, Musicplayer.com forums, and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Danalogue, The Comet is Coming / Soccer96 appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

In Part 2 of our interview with David Sancious (Part 1 here) we cover his work with Sting and Peter Gabriel, working with Springsteen on Human Touch and a massive amount more including David’s Desert Island Discs. 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): 2015 Sting and Paul Simon Tour David playing with Sting and Paul Simon – Bridge Over Troubled Water 2016 Sting and Peter Gabriel Tour On working with Peter Gabriel David playing with Peter Gabriel – 1988 Amnesty International Tour David Sancious memoir coming soon On ‘brother’ relationships with Ernest Carter, Garry Tallent and Bruce Springsteen On working with Bruce Springsteen on the Human Touch album Bruce Springsteen – Soul Driver On the love between keyboard players and drummers Touring with Eric Clapton David playing live on One More Car One More Rider Buy One More Care One More Rider Check out Father Ted for yourself Desert Island Discs: Band of Gypsys – Jimi Hendrix, Electric Ladyland – Jimi Hendrix, The Planets – Holst, Preludes – Chopin, At The Organ – Jimmy Smith (Don’t forget to check out all our guest’s selections on this page) Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown, Midnight Mastering, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew, Musicplayer.com forums, and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Sancious, Solo Artist / Peter Gabriel / Sting / Bruce Springsteen (Part 2) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

David Sancious is a pianist / organist / keyboard player of reknown. Known for his contributions to the fields of rock, jazz, and fusion, Sancious gained prominence in the early 1970s as a founding member of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band. He played keyboards and guitar for Springsteen’s first three albums, “Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J.” (1973), “The Wild, the Innocent & the E Street Shuffle” (1973), and “Born to Run” (1975). Sancious’ innovative and soulful keyboard work, as well as his songwriting contributions, helped shape the sound of these seminal recordings. After leaving the E Street Band in 1974, Sancious embarked on a solo career and formed his own band called “Tone.” He released several albums under his name, including “Forest of Feelings” (1975) and “Transformation (The Speed of Love)” (1976), with regular releases until the present. He’s also worked with artists such as Stanley Clarke, Peter Gabriel, Jack Bruce, and Sting, contributing his keyboard and composition skills to their projects. In Part 1 we cover a huge swathe of territory, from his current projects to his more recent work with Bruce Springsteen and a whole 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): David’s 2023 so far – working on new album Prisoners of Consciousness Re-mastering Dance of the Age of Enlightenment and it’s original troubled beginnings, and knowing when you’ve gotten it right 40 years later. David’s 2019 release Eyes Wide Open Discussion on song Urban Psalm #3 and David’s experience of overt racism at college Working on Bruce Springsteen’s Western Stars in 2019 Working with Bruce Springsteen on his latest release Only The Strong Survive and its follow-up David performing with Bruce on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon David Sancious and Will Calhoun – Open Secret David’s favourite keyboard Leaving the E Street Band Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown, Midnight Mastering, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew, Musicplayer.com forums, and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Sancious, Solo Artist / Peter Gabriel / Sting / Bruce Springsteen (Part 1) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Dan Mansfield is a Queensland Australia-based musician who plays in a diverse range of musical outfits, including five years with iconic rock band You Am I. As you’ll hear, Dan covers a huge range of genres and also loves repairing Hammond organs and Leslie speakers. There’s also some decent Pink Floyd and Beatles chat. Lots in the episode to check out, no matter where you’re based. 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): Playing gigs with George Golla, Kevin Hunt and Don Burrows as a teen John Paul Jones as keyboard inspiration The Gin Club in action live – ‘You, Me and The Sea’ Dan playing live with You Am I The Drones – Taman Shud You Let My Tyres Down – TFS Letting one’s freak flag fly Joining The Gin Club Don Walker live On falling in love with Hammond organs Kula Shaker live The fragility of Leslie speaker units and repairing / restoring Hats off to Lachy Doley Dan with The Honey Sliders – https://youtu.be/l6oj1-9ayN8 The Honey Sliders play The Beatles Rooftop concert – with a health dose of discussion on the ‘Get Back’ movie Lots of Hammond talk including the evil of the Calculated Leslie Switcher Dan’s train wreck story Dan’s love of Kurzweil keyboards Thoughts / tips for younger players Tag a keyboard player: Jon Carin Desert Island Discs: Animals – Pink Floyd, A Nod Is As Good As A Wink.. To A Blind Horse – Faces, Caravanserai – Santana, Peasants, Pigs and Astronauts – Kula Shaker, Amorica – The Black Crowes (Don’t forget to check out all our guest’s selections on this page) Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown, Midnight Mastering, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew, Musicplayer.com forums, and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Mansfield, You Am I / The Gin Club / The Honey Sliders appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Rachel Eckroth is an American singer, songwriter, pianist, and producer who has played with a huge range of artists alongside her own burgeoning music career. We talk to Rachel on her playing history, touring highlights and her approach to playing. As always there’s a great rain wreck story and some thoughtful desert island discs selections. 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): Rachel’s amazing trio Working with Mike Gordon (Phish) Childhood and teen music development Stanley Cowell Developing an individual playing style Working with St Vincent Rachel in action with St Vincent Working with Chris Botti Rachel opening (and also playing with) Rufus Wainwright Rachel in action with KT Tunstall Discussion on developing one’s skills to cover diverse gigs Rachel with the Meredith Vieira Show band Rachel’s solo work and development in composition and playing Title track from Rachel’s ‘When It Falls’ ‘Three Wheels’, from Rachel’s album ‘One’ The Garden album Impact of COVID on creativity Favourite live experiences Suggestions for younger players wanting to make a living in the music industry Rachel’s go-to keyboards Rachel playing the Vintage Vibe piano Tag a keyboard player: Jason Lindner Desert Island Discs: Love Supreme – John Coltrane, Sketches of Spain – Miles Davis, Purple Rain – Prince, Tidal – Fiona Apple, Liberation Music Orchestra – Charlie Haden. (Don’t forget to check out all our guest’s selections on this page) Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown, Midnight Mastering, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew, Musicplayer.com forums, and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Eckroth, Solo Artist / St Vincent / Rufus Wainwright / KT Tunstall appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Mike Garson has played piano and keyboards for seventy years. Best known as David Bowie’s keyboard player (no other musician has played more gigs with David Bowie), Mike’s career spans that amazing collaboration and so much more. In Part 2 of this interview (Part 1 is here), we talk to Mike a little more on David Bowie, then move onto his wider career in music, including his work with Smashing Pumpkins, Trent Reznor, the jazz ensemble Free Flight and a whole lot more. Mike also gives listeners / watchers a special improvisational treat at the end so do hang around! 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): How David Bowie was on another level compared to other artists David Bowie’s hand-drawn portrait of Mike The impact of David Bowie’s death Mike and Luke Spiller performing Moonage Daydream at the Sun Rose Mike on the Adore tour with Smashing Pumpkins Mike plays Gershwin’s Summertime at a Smashing Pumpkins gig Discussing God with Billy Corgan and David Bowie Working with Trent Reznor Mike playing with Nine Inch Nails live Watchmen Soundtrack – Trust in the Law History with Free Flight Free Flight on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson Mike and his work in music therapy The Physician and the Musician live Most challenging gigs Teaching piano and advice for students Discussion on Mike’s movement, ‘Now Music’ Documentary on Mike Garson Turning down gigs with Frank Sinatra, Buddy Rich, Sarah Vaughan Mike plays an interpretation of Space Oddity Mike’s go-to keyboards Tag a keyboard player: Nil Mike plays ‘My Romance’ Mick Ronson’s advice on becming a full-time studio player A very special improvisation from Mike Desert Island Discs: Aladdin Sane – David Bowie, The Goldberg Variations – Glenn Gould, any Mozart requiem, any Verdi requiem, Sunday at the Village Vanguard – Bill Evans (Don’t forget to check out all our guest’s selections on this page) Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown, Midnight Mastering, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew, Musicplayer.com forums, and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Garson, David Bowie / Smashing Pumpkins / Trent Reznor / Free Flight (Part 2) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Mike Garson has played piano and keyboards for seventy years. Best known as David Bowie’s keyboard player (no other musician has played more gigs with David Bowie), Mike’s career spans that amazing collaboration and so much more. In Part 1 of this two-part interview, we talk to Mike on his decades playing with David Bowie, his start in music and his role as a music teacher. 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 early childhood start playing piano David Liebman Failing pre-med and moving to music Disillusionment with career and auditioning for Bowie Adjusting to being part of the Spiders from Mars Working with Mick Ronson See Emily Play – string arrangement by Mick Ronson Mike’s ‘telepathic’ connection with David Bowie Recording Aladdin Sane Thru’ These Architects Eyes Bring Me The Disco King Mike’s emulated guitar sound at Glastonbury 2000 Surviving 13 band lineup changes Listen to Mike play Greensleeves for the Glastonbury audience Listen to Mike’s medley of Bowie hits at the 1973 Hammersmith Odeon show Paying tribute to Bowie’s music over the past seven years – The Bowie Alumni Band The Bowie Alumni Band – Fashion David Bowie and Mike Garson – Wild is the Wind live, 2000 Reflecting on David Bowie’s impact on popular culture Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown, Midnight Mastering, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew, Musicplayer.com forums, and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Garson, David Bowie / Smashing Pumpkins / Trent Reznor / Free Flight (Part 1) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Carey Frank is a Los Angeles based keyboard player who, with his Hammond organ in tow, plays with a range of amazing acts from Tedeschi Trucks Band through to Social Distortion and some fun times with Dr Lonnie Smith, Michael Bublé and Bruce Springsteen to name just three others. Carey also teaches and we cover all of that and more in this interview. 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 piano at age 3 Recording the Keep Smiling album for a Master’s Degree Meeting Dr Lonnie Smith Buying a B3 and a van Working at Disney with Mo’Rocking band (Carey not in this video) Influences of family and Klezmer music Don Cornell Carey, Social Distortion and Springsteen Working with Vanessa Amorosi and Orianthi (watch them live) Working with Tedeschi Trucks Band Carey in action with Tedeschi Trucks Band Playing with Mike Garson Working on Michael Buble’s NBC Christmas special Carey’s go-to keyboards Rumproller Organ Trio – Ex’s and Oh’s Carey’s three-for-one train wrecks Carey playing with Scary Pockets Tag a keyboard player: Mike Garson, Rachel Eckroth Desert Island Discs: Graceland – Paul Simon, Tap Step – Chick Corea, Paint the World – Chick Corea, Time Out – Dave Brubeck, Self-Titled – Herbie Hancock Trio, That’s What I Say – John Scofield, Time Is of the Essence – Michael Brecker, Blues for Tony – Allan Holdsworth, Belonging – Keith Jarrett (Don’t forget to check out all our guest’s selections on this page) Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown, Midnight Mastering, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew, Musicplayer.com forums, and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Carey Frank, Tedeschi Trucks Band / Social Distortion / Michael Buble / Vanessa Amorosi appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Mitch Towne is a Grammy-nominated organ and piano player from Omaha, Nebraska USA. Mitch has a fascinating take on seeing success ‘later in life’ and has some great insights on his playing life more broadly. 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): SRT Band SRT in action – Tal Shia Meeting John ‘JR’ Robinson and recording the album The benefits of therapy to improve approach to playing Discussion on left-hand organ bass playing. Yahoo Groups and AOL Sal Azarelli (who passed away 2016) Discussion on organ foot pedals Coming to a successful music career later in life Stepping up playing ability and playing with ‘better’ players Marcus Lewis, trombone player, in action Pat Bianchi – mentor Working with Terrace Martin Mitch in action with Terrace Martin – Push ‘Whole-assing’ versus ‘half-assing’ Mitch’s go-to keyboards Tag a keyboard player: Pat Bianchi, Nick Semrad Desert Island Discs: Snapshot – Joey DeFrancesco, Back to Oakland – Tower of Power, Speak No Evil – Wayne Shorter, 90125 – Yes, The Way It Is – Bruce Hornsby (Don’t forget to check out all our guest’s selections on this page) Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown, Midnight Mastering, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew, Musicplayer.com forums, and Radio Grande   Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Mitch Towne, SRT Band / Terrace Martin / Aloe Blacc appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Dave Cohen is a Nashville-based keyboard playing powerhouse. Playing on more than 60 #1 charting hits and producing a bunch of others, Dave is an in-demand keyboard player. As you’ll hear, Dave has some brilliant insights and advice for keyboard players, and he also happens to have a great sense of humour 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   /p> Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab): Early keyboard influences Humber College, Toronto First big break with Johnny Reid Working with Joe Nichols What Dave learned from extensive touring / when you get to the stage you’re unhappy playing Letterman Working with Brett James and Kip Moore Lessons learned as a keyboard player Dave’s train wreck story The infamous fake banjo video: link Tag a keyboard player: Alex Wright, Rami Jaffee Desert Island Discs: Live at the Vanguard – Bill Evans Trio, Waltz for Debby – Bill Evans Trio, Bringing Down the Horse – The Wallflowers, Tragic Kingdom – No Doubt, Machine Head – Deep Purple Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown , Musicplayer.com forums, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Dave Cohen, Nashville Session Keyboardist and Producer appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

We’re joined this episode by Tom Schuman, keyboard player for iconic jazz fusion outfit Spyro Gyra. Tom talks on his career in and outside of that band, and we shoot the breeze on the music industry more broadly and Tom’s recent retirement from Spyro Gyra. 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): Wally Schuman playing bass with the Dick Fadale Quartet Tom speaks on his reasons for retirement from Spyro Gyra after 49 years amd handing over the reins to Chris Fischer Spyro Gyra – Morning Dance Spyro Gyra – Catching the Sun (live) On evolving as a keyboard player On mind-altering substances and music The Rhinebeck Sessions – Wishful Thinking The Rhineback Sessions – Who Knew Jay Beckenstein Tom’s picks for new Spyro Gyra listeners: Stolen Moments What a Fool Believes Patterns in the Rain Funkyard Dog Conversations Birks Law The Tippin’ Point Bob Goes to the Store Tom’s solo work and the working relationship with the iconic Slide Funkshin and Schu Thomas Tom’s go-to keyboards Sandeep Chowta Antelope Orion 32 Breakfast with Count Basie Tag a keyboard player: Chris Fischer Desert Island Discs: Heavy Weather – Weather Report, My Funny Valentine – Miles Davis, The Trio – Oscar Peterson, Light as a Feather – Return to Forever / Chick Corea, Sunday at the Village Vanguard – Bill Evans. Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown , Musicplayer.com forums, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Schuman, Spyro Gyra appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Del Amitri have been an internationally successful Scottish band that have sold well over 6 millionalbums worldwide and have been on the scene for more than forty years. Andy Alston has been around for nearly all of that, aside from his own work and fascinating history. Andy has some great tips for new players as well as an amazing story of musical collaborations with prison inmates. 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): Postcard Records Meeting Justin Currie The two attempts at recording the Waking Hours album Strangers and Brothers – Sensational Andy with Paul Quinn & The Independent Group James Kirk – Felicity (from You Can Make It If You Boogie) Quick visual tour of Andy’s songwriting and recording space (apologies to our audio listeners!) Crooked Timbers – On This Ocean (James Kirk and Andy Alston collaboration) Getting into the accordion and buying one from Blair Cowan (Lloyd Cole and The Commotions) Accordions in rock Andy on Del Amitri – Nothing Ever Happens Experience of touring the US, Canada and Australia A great history of The Sebel Townhouse as a famous rock ‘n roll hotel Go-to keyboards with Del Amitri Andy’s train wreck moment Working with prison inmates to record music and the aborted ‘All Killer No Filler’ album Tips for new players wanting to make a career in music How Del Amitri have kept such a stable lineup for so long Tag a keyboard player: Count Basie, Thelonius Monk, Professior Longhair Desert Island Discs: Studio Kinda Cloudy – Keith Hudson, ‘TIl I Can Make It On My Own – Tammy Wynette, A Modern Jazz Symposium of Music and Poetry – Charles Mingus (New York Sketchbook), Let The Music Play – Barry White, The Chronic – Dr Dre. Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown , Musicplayer.com forums, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Andy Alston, Del Amitri appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Dave Weiser is one of those players who makes the difference between a show going ahead or otherwise. Dave’s main gig is ensuring a smooth keyboard sound experience for some of the world’s biggest stage musical productions. On top of that, Dave is a Kurzweil subject matter expert and children’s book author. 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): The Boy Who Wanted To Rock (and The Girl Who Wanted To Rock) books Partnering with Stuart Andrews to work in musicals Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hands-on approach to sounds Stage musicals and evolving entities in relation to sounds Worldwide transition from Kurzweil PC3K to K2700 How the Kurzweil PC3K was essentially created for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musicals Rod Argent’s role in Phantom of the Opera and Cats The end-to-end process from planning to opening night, including the Sitzprobe Dave’s favourite musical Experiences of first job in stage musicals and programming circa 2100 patches for 3 players. Working with David Bowie Working with Jon Carin (Roger Waters / Pink Floyd) Heart – Misty Mountain Hop Working at Kurzweil Is Kurzweil’s VAST architecture actually that hard to use? Dave’s start in music Dave’s train wreck story, and it’s the most unique one yet. Tips for those wanting to get into the industry Working with Darian Sahanaja on Brian Wilson’s Smile album NBC 2018 Production of Jesus Christ Superstar Rig tour Desert Island Discs: Stage – David Bowie, Man-Child – Herbie Hancock, Never For Ever – Kate Bush, Stop Making Sense – Talking Heads, Drama – Yes. Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown , Musicplayer.com forums, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Dave Weiser, Sound Designer and Kurzweil expert appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Marine Lacoste is a keyboard player from Quebec Canada who plays with major artists Uncle Kracker and Corey Hart, as well as fronting her own band Highway Hunters. We talk on all three with Marine plus her establishment of a piano academy for rock players. 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): CEGEP (post secondary education option in Quebec) Listening to Deep Purple and loving rock organ playing Getting the gig with Uncle Kracker Marine playing live with Uncle Kracker Marine’s rig for Uncle Kracker Getting the gig with Corey Hart Marine playing at the Juno Awards with Corey Hart Marine’s rig for Corey Hart Highway Hunters – “when Deep Purple, Keith Emerson and Halestorm have a baby” Highway Hunters – Down The River Marine Lacoste’s Online Rock Lessons B3 players who inspire (Lachy Doley interview link) Highway Hunters’ ELP tribute: Knife Edge Learning to be a front-person behind a keyboard Marine’s train wreck moment Marine’s suggestions for new players Peter Keys Tag a keyboard player: more Ty Bailie! Desert Island Discs: Transmission – The Tea Party, Machine Head – Deep Purple, Trouble – LaMontagne, Grace – Jeff Buckley, Great Western Valkyrie – Rival Sons. Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown , Musicplayer.com forums, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Marine Lacoste, Corey Hart / Uncle Kracker / Highway Hunters appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Jenny Conlee-Drizos is keyboard player with iconic band The Decemberists, as well as being a member of Black Prairie, KMRIA and more. We talk all of that and more, including some great chat on accordions and one of the best keyboard accessory invention suggestions we’ve heard! 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): Jenny discovers the piano Caleb Klauder Calobo live The Decemberists – A Cautionary Song Meeting Colin Meloy and joining The Decemberists The Decemberists – Once in My Life (warning – you may need tissues when watching) Jenny’s playing William Fitzwilliam Jenny playing Burial Ground with The Decemberists live Next recording sessions with The Decemberists Jenny Playing with Black Prairie Jenny playing with KMRIA (Kiss My Royal Irish Ass), a Pogues cover band James Fearnley – The Pogues Casey Neill and the Norway Rats -All You Pretty Vandals Black Prairie – NPR Tiny Desk Concert Jenny’s love for her Petosa Futura accordion (and here’s Jenny playing her other Petosa accordion) Jenny’s touring rig with The Decemberists Jenny’s solo upcoming accordion creation: The Seaview Suite (details here) Jealous Butcher Records Chick Corea – Children’s Song No. 1 Tag a keyboard player: Jay Gonzalez (Drive-By Truckers) Keyboard amp discussion Jenny’s garden Desert Island Discs: Security / Self-titled – Peter Gabriel, Without A Net – The Grateful Dead, Houses of the Holy – Led Zeppelin, Automatic for the People – REM, Kind of Blue – Miles Davis. Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown , Musicplayer.com forums, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew and Radio Grande Cover pic from Eric Mayers via Jenny’s Instagram Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Jenny Conlee-Drizos, The Decemberists appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Over the past 40+ years, Steve Nathan has worked with some of the biggest and best in the music industry (here’s the full list). In this second of two parts (Part 1 is here) we delve into Steve’s incredible career further, get some great insights into developing as a musician and of course Steve’s desert island discs and keyboard players he admires. Please note: although Steve did work extensively with Mark Knopfler and Lionel Richie, we didn’t get time to discuss those artists – yet. 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 Keith Urban Steve playing Tonight I Wanna Cry – Keith Urban Steve playing Something Like That – Tim McGraw (which incidentally turned out to be the most played song on the radio in the US for the first decade of the 2000s) Steve playing Whenever You’re Ready – Mary Chapin Carpenter Working with Olivia Newton-John Working with Jimmy Barnes Steve playing Mustang Sally – Jimmy Barnes Working with Troy Cassar-Daley Steve playing on the Troy Cassar-Daley Freedom Ride sessions Steve lists some of the favourite albums / sessions he’s worked on Steve talks on one of his most favourite sessions ever: Herb Jeffries (The Bronze Buckaroo) Herb Jeffries – Flamingo Herb Jeffries – Tumblin’ Tumbleweeds (from album Steve played on) Mary Chapin Carpenter – The Dreaming Road Hot Wired – Brent Mason Tony Joe White – Closer to the Truth Tips / thoughts for players Steve’s go-to synths and his former mega-rig Mink DeVille – Italian Shoes Tag a keyboard player: Rai Thistlethwayte, Matt Rollings, Gordon Mote, Dave Cohen, Reese Wynans Desert Island Discs: Live – Donny Hathaway, Genius + Soul = Jazz – Ray Charles, Little Susie – Ray Bryant, This Here and Dat Dere (songs) – Bobby Timmons, a Herb Jeffries album. Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown , Musicplayer.com forums, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew and Radio Grande Key links: Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Steve Nathan, Tim McGraw / Mark Knopfler / Lionel Richie (Part 2) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Over the past 40+ years, Steve Nathan has worked with some of the biggest and best in the music industry (here’s the full list). In this first of two parts (Part 2 is here) we delve into Steve’s incredible career, how he got into music and his thoughts on some of the many artists he’s worked with and the state of cotemporary music 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): Steve’s musical upbringing, first Wurlitzer piano and first band (The Off Beats) Cannonball Adderley Stan and the Ravens (The Rivals) – Hollin’ For My Darlin’ Stan Szelest – Whole Lotta Shakin’ Going On Meeting Bob Dylan and a lesson in selling seats Teenage Steve gets an unexpected lesson from Joe Zawinul Old upright pianos as backlined gear Gary Baker Getting the gig at Muscle Shoals (here’s a great short history of Muscle Shoals) Leblanc and Carr – Falling Working with Percy Sledge Percy Sledge’s insistence on singing in original key Steve playing with Huey Lewis: Oh! Darling Come Together: America Salutes The Beatles Great George Harrison anecdote involving the brilliant Steve Gibson Working with Levon Helm Steve plays ‘The Weight’ with The Staples Singers Steve playing – Since I Fell For You – Natalie Cole and Reba McEntire Rhythm, Country and Blues – The Album Steve playing – Rainy Night in Georgia – Conway Twitty and Sam Moore Four doomed tracks with Taylor Swift Working extensively with Tim McGraw On being a good musician vs being the best keyboard player Discussion on current mainstream music and music production The challenge of making it today as a musician Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown , Musicplayer.com forums, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew and Radio Grande Key links: Buy a keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Steve Nathan, Tim McGraw / Mark Knopfler / Lionel Richie (Part 1) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Ty Bailie is a Nashville-based keyboard player who’s just come off five years playing with Katy Perry, amongst an array of other projects and production credits. We talk to Ty in depth on his musicial journey and have some laughs over a range of keyboard-related issues. 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): Ty in action with Heavy Chevy Ty in action with Katy Perry Ty in action with Dept of Energy Backing Pearl Jam / Soundgarden / Presidents of the United States Playing with Dept of Energy Getting the Katy Perry gig The learning curve coming in mid-tour on a Katy Perry international tour Ty’s Rig Tour – 2018 Duff McKagan and an accordion UFO tribute band – Flight to Mars Truly The Young Lizards – Freebird A great musical train wreck anecdote The death of the key change Sting: psychopathic stalker and killer? (with reference to provide context) Tag a keyboard player: Nicholas Semrad, Larry Goldings Desert Island Discs: The Ray Brown Trio – Bassface, Bill Evans – Alone, Tingsek – Amygdala, Taylor Swift – Folklore. Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown , Musicplayer.com forums, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew and Radio Grande Key links: Buy a keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, 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 Ty Bailie, Heavy Chevy / Katy Perry appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Jason Miles is a composer / producer / keyboard player who has worked with some of the best in the business. In Part 2 of this two-part interview, we talk in depth with Jason about his solo work, his working relationship with Marc Miller and a great deal, including a desert island disc we are gobsmacked has taken 62 episodes to be mentioned. 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): Jason Miles website The Extraordinary Journey of Jason Miles: A musical biography Cozmopolitan (title track) Learning production Soft synths vs the real thing: then and now Oberheim Matrix 12 Kudos to Eric Persing and Omnisphere Dealing with anxiety and tips for managing it A great musical train wreck anecdote Tag a keyboard player: Aaron Parks, Joe Zawinul, Geoffrey Keezer, Kofi Burbridge, Philippe Saisse, Mike Nock Desert Island Discs: East-West – Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Milton Nascimento – Clube da Esquina, The Cellar Door Sessions 1970 – Miles Davis, Computer World – Kraftwerk, Aja – Steely Dan Thanks to our supporters for this episode: Brother Paul Brown , Musicplayer.com forums, Tammy Katchur’s Musical Stew and Radio Grande Key links: Buy a keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter 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 Jason Miles, Miles Davis / Luther Vandross / Solo Artist (Part 2) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Jason Miles is a composer / producer / keyboard player who has worked with some of the best in the business. In Part 1 of this two-part interview, we talk in depth with Jason about his experiences working with Luther Vandross and Miles Davis and a whole 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): Jason Miles website The Extraordinary Journey of Jason Miles: A musical biography Marcus Miller Luther Vandross – Give Me The Reason Luther Vandross – Stop To Love How working with an artist tends to have an ‘arc’ On the death of Luther Vandross Recording with Luther: time code issues and the threat of swimming home Recording in New York in the 80s and studio airconditioning The making of ‘Any Love’ sessions with Luther Vandross: sweltering in summer, a bathrobe, popcorn and Miles Davis Working with Miles Davis Miles Davis and the making of Tutu Being inspired by Trevor Horn and Art of Noise Recording Amandala with Miles Davis and the Digital Native Dance D50 patch – Catembe Key lessons learned from Miles Davis Admiration for the artist Sigrid Rebecca Angel – Summer Song Falling asleep in front of Miles Davis Working with Joey DeFrancesco Recording with Whitney Houston and Luther Vandross Pulling down (and then setting up) a whole rig for one note. Why streaming music services affect the ability of musicians to make a living Key links: Buy a keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter 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 Jason Miles, Miles Davis / Luther Vandross / Solo Artist (Part 1) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

In Part 2 of our interview with Bobby Cressey, we talk about his jazz and ska projects, composing, tips for younger players and a whole lot more. Part 1 can be found 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): Bobby’s album: Cali Native The Mighty Untouchables Top 40 Cover Band Toto as musical inspiration Western Standard Time Ska Orchestra (Bandcamp — YouTube) Lessons learned as a player Keeping it exciting when playing lots of the same gigs How Bobby learned his career may not be in classical music Tag a keyboard player: Jim Alfredson, Ric’key Pageot Desert Island Discs: Miles Smiles – Miles Davis, Shine soundtrack – David Hirschfelder / Various Artists, Head Hunters – Herbie Hancock, Toto IV – Toto, If That’s What It Takes – Michael McDonald. Pimp your band T-Shirt – Shaguar (Canada) Buy a keyboard related shower curtain (or something else!) Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn . We also have a listener survey that helps us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a finely oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations. The post Bobby Cressey, Organist (San Diego Padres) / Solo Artist / Might Untouchables (Part 2) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Bobby Cressey is a jazz musician, composer and organist with the San Diego Padres baseball team and San Diego Gulls ice hockey team, amongst other gigs. In part 1 of this interview we dig deep into the baseball side of things, as well as covering Bobby’s formative years. Part 2 of the interview can be found 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): Bobby’s website Developing a passion for music and scoring the gig as organist with the San Diego Padres Why Baseball is a big deal in the US and the role of the organist (here’s a great history of it) Differences in organists around the league Josh Kantor – Boston Red Sox A typical game day for an organist Bobby plays Take Me Out to the Ballgame Dealing with song requests (and requests to have a go at playing the organ!) Los Angeles is Burning – Bad Religion Not Bobby Cressey but here’s Freebird played on organ Playing organ at ice hockey (San Diego Gulls) Dr. Dre – Still D.R.E. Keeping in touch with other sports organists Bobby’s rig at baseball games A deep discussion of Bobby’s organ rig and the Electone D-80 As an aside: Electone Museum website Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn . We also have a listener survey that helps us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a finely oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations. The post Bobby Cressey, Organist (San Diego Padres) / Solo Artist / Mighty Untouchables (Part 1) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

David Bridie is one of Australia’s most lauded songwriters and he happens to be one very good keyboard player as well. We speak with David on his career across multiple bands, solo albums and film and TV work. If you’re hungry for some excellent varied and substantive music, do listen to some of David’s work in the links below. 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): George Telek Not Drowning Waving – Tabaran Not Drowning Waving – Crazy Birds David Bridie – Act of Free Choice (the song) My Friend The Chocolate Cake – A Midlife’s Tale My Friend The Chocolate Cake – Jeffrey Smart (Silver City) David Bridie and John Phillips – The Sleep of Rhythm My Friend The Chocolate Cake: Uncle Bill’s Paddock Archie Roach – Jamu Dreaming Christine Anu – Stylin’ Up album David’s go-to keyboards Tag a keyboard player: Karen Vogt Conway Savage – When The Moon is Gone Desert Island Discs: Court and Spark – Joni Mitchell, Spirit of Eden – Talk Talk, Quasimodo’s Dream – The Reels, The Correct Use of Soap – Magazine (David sings on a cover of a brilliant song from that album), Sorousian – Tio. Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn . We also have a listener survey that helps us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a finely oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations. Photo by Matt ChapmanThe post David Bridie, Not Drowning Waving / My Friend The Chocolate Cake appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

In this second of two parts (see Part 1 here), David Rosenthal continues the discussion on the fascinating journey that’s been his musical career. 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): Auditioning for the first big gig with Rainbow Rainbow – Stone Cold (San Antonio 1982) Preparation and over-preparation David’s amazing on-stage train wreck story Artists who have been big influences: Yes (Close to the Edge) / Emerson, Lake and Palmer / Rush (Moving Pictures) / Tomita / Uriah Heep Who inspired David to buy his first synth Playing with Happy the Man Suggestions / tips for players wanting to make a career in the industry Quick Fire 10 questions with a Billy Joel bent. The blessing and curse of perfect pitch (Some of) David’s favourite Billy Joel songs Another great train-wreck story, this time in Rome Italy. No Man’s Land – Billy Joel Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn . We also have a listener survey that helps us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a finely oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations. Cover photo: Myrna SuarezThe post David Rosenthal, Billy Joel / Rainbow / Robert Palmer / Enrique Iglesias (Part 2) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

In this first of two parts (Part 2 is here), David Rosenthal joins us to talk about his amazing career, including nearly 30 years as Billy Joel’s keyboard player. As you’ll hear, that’s only one aspect of what continues to be an amazing career in 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): 2022 and continuation of Billy Joel’s amazing residency at Madison Square Garden Having nearly 90 songs ready to go on a keyboard rig Billy Joel’s You May Be Right / Led Zep Rock and Roll combo Billy Joels’ River of Dreams / Dancing in the Street combo The experience of playing 110 times (and counting) at Madison Square Garden Billy Joel and Bruce Springsteen: Tenth Avenue Freeze Out and Born to Run Billy Joel and Tony Bennett – New York State of Mind Billy Joel and Bryan Adams – Summer of ’69 Billy Joel and Paul McCartney at Shea Stadium – Let It Be The secrets to success of being Billy Joel’s keyboard player for nearly 30 years 56 shows in 56 nights in 56 cities with Robert Palmer Discussion of David’s A, B and C keyboard rigs David’s dual career as synth programmer and rig designer Setting up Roy Bittan and Charlie Giordano’s re-designed E-Street Band rigs Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn . We also have a listener survey that helps us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a finely oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations. Cover pic: Myrna SuarezThe post David Rosenthal, Billy Joel / Rainbow / Robert Palmer / Enrique Iglesias (Part 1) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

We talk with two master Australian musicians about the music business and the challenges musicians face making a living in the 21st Century. Paul Gildea is a guitarist who has played with Icehouse for decades, as well as being guitarist with Little River Band, Rick Price and Vika and Linda Bull to name just three. Paul also happens to be an accomplished music educator, teaching and coordinating music industry subjects for a number of educational institutions. Glenn Reither is a keyboard player and saxophonist also with Icehouse, but has played with a large roster of artists as well. Glenn has also been a previous guest on the show – check out his episode here. Between Paul and Glenn, you get a rollicking, insightful discussion into a range of topics, so enjoy! This is bonus content that was provided to our Patreon supporters and we hope you enjoy it as much as they did. 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): Paul and Glenn in action together on stage Glenn playing with Jon Stevens How Glenn and Paul make a living in music The importance of diversification The ‘saturation’ of the music industry The death of the stadium rock band The source of future growth in streaming How to succeed in stock / library music The opportunities in gaming and music The tyranny of choice and curated playlists The renaissance of music festivals Risk management, touring and COVID-19 Glenn’s guitar amps built from vintage radios Exclusivity / geographical radius clauses for bands Fuzzy / wishful thinking when entering the music industry / being careful what you wish for The modern session musician is at home RadioActive Band (Canada) Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a finely oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post (Extra) Paul Gildea and Glenn Reither talk Music Business appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Richard Hilton has had one rich, ongoing career as a keyboard player and producer. This career and dedication to the craft has created a great musician with an amazing outlook on life and music 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): Nile Rodgers and Chic Live Working with Nile Rodgers Playing guitar with Eric Clapton How and why Chic are ‘loaded with love and forgiveness’ for each other Historical division of keyboard duties in Chic with current line-up and previous line-ups (Russell Graham, Phillipe Saisse, Katreese Barnes) Rich’s rig Chic Live at the Budokan 1996 Admiration for Kerry Minnear, Steve Winwood, Elton John, David Bowie Jump They Say – David Bowie Working with a Synclavier for Bowie Gentle Giant – ‘Proclamation’ Official Fan Video Working with Ric Ocasek Ric Ocasek – Rockaway (from Fireball Zone) Rich’s tips for upcoming players (highly recommended listening) Tag a keyboard player: Cory Henry Cory Henry playing the Harpejji Rich’s obsession with the Roli Seaboard (and chamber music) Desert Island Discs: Meet The Beatles – The Beatles, Are You Experienced? – Jimi Hendrix, The Inner Mounting Flame – Mahavishnu Orchestra, A Love Supreme – John Coltrane, Debut: The Clef / Mercury Duo Recordings 1949-1951 – Oscar Peterson Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a finely oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Richard Hilton, Nile Rodgers and CHIC appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Chris Norton arguably has been part of two of the more stressful gigs a keyboard player can be involved in: band leading a Cirque Du Soleil show and playing as part of Dweezil Zappa’s Zappa Plays Zappa. Chris has not only manage to pull off both with aplomb, but has a career full of highlights and lots more on the horizon. 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): What it’s like auditioning for Cirque Du Soleil (and getting the gig nine years later!) Cirque Du Soleil: Axel Timely cues or death! Zappa Plays Zappa Peaches En Regalia Michael Whalen episode talking Zappa’s Synclaviers Auditioning for Zappa Plays Zappa by making a video playing G-Spot Tornado Playing with Chick Corea and Rachel Flowers Chick Corea on a Viscount VIntage Vibe piano Rachel Flowers plays ‘Montana’ with Zappa Plays Zappa Tips for new players Composing for film and TV Composing for video games Tag a keyboard player: Ty Bailie Desert Island Discs: Either / Or – Elliott Smith, Whatever and Ever Amen – Ben Folds Five, A Wizard A True Star – Todd Rundgren, Waiting for Columbus – Little Feat, Joe’s Garage – Frank Zappa. Runners-up: Toy Matinee – Toy Matinee, Original Soundtrack – Undertale Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a finely oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations. Cover photo by Jack Timberlake via Chris NortonThe post Chris Norton, Cirque Du Soleil and Zappa Plays Zappa appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Francis Capistrano is an accomplished keyboard player who survived a decade or more in music retail. That alone makes him a great guest, but he’s also CEO of Narf Sounds, a company that makes sound packs for cover band musicians. As weekend warriors ourselves, we couldn’t resist catching up with Francis for a wide-ranging discussion that covers a lot more than his sound offerings. 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): Busselton, Western Australia How justifying the purchase of a gold Kronos led to Narf Sounds Kronos Enthusiast Workshops (KEW) Facebook Group Salacious performing live The Baker Boys Band Why cover band players may be better players than originals players Tag a keyboard player: Luke Edwards (Rocky IV Training Theme) Desert Island Discs: Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite – Maxwell, Hunting High and Low – a-ha, Songs from the Big Chair – Tears for Fears, Power, Corruption and Lies – New Order, 1984 – Van Halen. Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a finely oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Francis Capistrano, Narf Sounds appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Martin Rebelski AKA Rebelski is a UK based keyboard player and producer. As you’ll hear, he manages to hold down three diverse touring roles (Doves, Echo and the Bunnymen and Peter Hook and the Light), plus production of his own work. He’s a busy guy with some great insights for every keyboard player. 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): Martin’s early day as a player and the joy of a Yamaha Portasound Rebelski – Kaleidoscope Here it Comes – Doves Doves – Carousels (Live) Martin playing with Peter Hook and the Light Martin playing with Echo and the Bunnymen Richard Clayderman in action Martin’s keyboard rig One of the best ‘train-wreck’ stories we’ve heard. Ray Manzarek and Echo and the Bunnymen Tag a keyboard player: Cory Henry Desert Island Discs: Music for 18 Musicians – Steve Reich, LA Woman – The Doors, Head Hunters – Herbie Hancock, Selected Ambient Works – Aphex Twin, The Man-Machine – Kraftwerk. Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a finely oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Martin Rebelski, Doves / Peter Hook and The Light / Echo and The Bunnymen appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Toby Hounsham is the keyboard player and newest member of the iconic band The Stranglers. We cover plenty of Stranglers territory plus Toby’s previous work with Rialto and Mungo Jerry to name two. And then there’s Toby’s other job as a fully qualified music therapist. A wide-ranging discussion to say the least. 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): Big Joe Duskin Toby’s ‘Double-Six’ Boogie Woogie Album Mike Armitage and The Lion Brewery The Wombles – The Wombling Song Rialto on Top of the Pops Toby playing with Mungo Jerry Toby on tour with Mungo Jerry Stranglers – Walk on By keyboard solo Dave Greenfield’s go-to keyboards Toby’s rig Oberheim and their resurgence Toby’s decision to go into Music Therapy British Association for Music Therapy Lessons learned about playing keys The Stranglers, Live in 2022 Tag a keyboard player: Vince Guaraldi, Ben Folds Desert Island Discs: The Raven – The Stranglers, LA Woman – The Doors, A Charlie Brown Christmas – Vince Guaraldi, any good boogie woogie compilation album. Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Toby Hounsham, The Stranglers appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Mike Schmid has been part of Miley Cyrus’ core band for fifteen years. In addition, Mike has worked with numerous artists including The Chainsmokers and Troye Sivan to name just two. We talk everything from stadium gigs to playing tips and a little bit of gear talk to boot. 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 website Recent Miley Cyrus tour of South America Film scoring and impostor syndrome Playing with Hannah Montana Keeping it fresh each night on a large scale tour Miley Cyrus – Jolene Rebel Yell – Miley Cyrus with Billy Idol Mike’s rig rundown Using a laptop-based rig with Troye Sivan Lessons learned / tips for aspiring players Tag a keyboard player: Benmont Tench, Patrick Warren, Max Mitchell, Karina Depiano Desert Island Discs: OK Computer – Radiohead, Homogenic – Björk, Under The Pink – Tori Amos, Illinois – Sufjan Stevens, and ‘tied’ for fifth spot: Martinis and Bikinis – Sam Phillips and Punisher – Phoebe Bridgers. Mike faces our Quick Fire Tem Questions: Stereo or Mono, Sitting or Standing, Keytars: sexy or an abomination, Transpose button or adjust on the fly?, X-stand or anything else, Last gig you attended as an audience member, Best thing about live gigs, Worst thing about live gigs, Name one thing you’d like to see invented that’d make your life as a keyboard player easier, Red keyboards, yes or no? Mike’s travelogue video on a Miley Cyrus tour of Australia / New Zealand. Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations. Photo of Mike Schmid via Kill.CodyThe post Mike Schmid, Miley Cyrus / The Chainsmokers / Troye Sivan appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

We talk some more with Jim Daneker about his sideline as creator of the Backstage Pass products. This is bonus content that was provided to our Patreon supporters 30 days ago and we hope you enjoy it as much as they did. 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): How Jim got into developing sounds The Backstage Pass suite of tools Touch OSC The challenges of a Yamaha DX7 Who’s buying Backstage Pass – older players getting sentimental or younger artists looking for something different? DX Dreams walkthrough Upcoming expansions including ‘Prophetic Dreams’, ‘JX Dreams’ The generosity of Eric Persing Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content like this episode, which patrons received 30 days ago Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Jim Daneker Talks on Re-Creating the 1980s appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Brother Paul Brown has been playing keyboards with The Waterboys for well over a decade, and as you’ll hear that is one of many strings to his bow. In his inimitable style, Brother Paul covers an enormous amount of ground that will make you want to see him play when he’s next in your town. 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): The Waterboys: Brother Paul’s Patreon Seeing Parliament-Funkadelic for the first time Bro Paul’s challenging teenage years Xavion – Eat Your Heart Out Playing with Shirley Brown and ducking her high heel shoe With Ann Peebles and The Memphis Horns Charles Hodges and Hammond B3 Dick Wagner Remember The Child Memorial Fund Working with Bobby Rush Becoming part of The Waterboys Passing Through – first performance with The Waterboys’ Mike Scott and Steve Wickham Brother Paul Brown Keytar Solo Mike Farris Working with Gloria Gaynor Mike Farris – Snap Your Fingers Brother Paul’s keyboard rig Lessons learned as a keyboard player Brother Paul’s collaborative bucket list: Peter Frampton, Robert Plant and Paul Rodgers Working with Deborah Bonham and playing John Bonham’s tambourine and gong Playing with a badly injured finger Tag a keyboard player: Al Greenwood, Rev. Charles Hodges Desert Island Discs: Alive! – Kiss, Foreigner – Foreigner, Frampton – Peter Frampton, Toys in the Attic – Aerosmith, Dark Side of the Moon – Pink Floyd, Feels So Good – Chuck Mangione, Red Headed Stranger – Willie Nelson, Sketches in Spain – Miles Davis, 99 lbs – Ann Peebles, Chega de Saudade – João Gilberto, Space Escapade – Les Baxter. Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Brother Paul Brown, The Waterboys appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Dave Ross is keyboard player with what is arguably one of the world’s most well known cover bands, The Hindley Street Country Club (HSCC). We talk to Dave about his wider career in music, how HSCC rocketed to the success it’s currently experiencing, and future plans. We also talk gear of course! 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): Podcast T-Shirt challenge HSCC’s YouTube Channel Dave’s ‘Hamburg’ baptism of fire as a teenager Playing two sets of Prince songs with three days notice MuseScore software HSCC: the process of recording / filming the weekly song Touring with HSCC HSCC future plans Dave’s keyboard rig Korg Kronos replacement rumours Lessons learned / tips for other players Dave’s train wreck anecdotes Dave’s favourite HSCC covers Tag a keyboard player: Nik Kershaw, Nick Rhodes Desert Island Discs: 5150 – Van Halen, Songs in the Key of Life – Stevie Wonder, Changes – David Bowie, Greatest Hits – Prince, Give Me The Night – George Benson, Aliens Ate My Buick – Thomas Dolby. Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Dave Ross, Hindley Street Country Club appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Time for some fun, when we test Matt Goodluck’s prog knowledge (we also interviewed Matt here). This is bonus content that was provided to our Patreon supporters 30 days ago and we hope you enjoy it as much as they did. 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 Links to content mentioned during the show (links will open in new tab): Tales From Topographic Oceans – Yes Phil Collins vs Peter Gabriel from a Genesis viewpoint Phil Collins drumming at the Band Aid sessions (and for the record the studio was Sarm West Studios) Are keytars cool or not (and watch for an upcoming episode on this topic) British Prog vs US Prog The Spider – Kansas Pink Floyd as prog band Mellotron – is its extinction overstated? Dream Theater – progeny of Rush and Metallica? Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content like this episode, which patrons received 30 days ago Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations. Cover picture: Bronwen Caple PhotographyThe post Matt Goodluck Plays the Prog Quiz appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

In Part 2 of our interview with the inimitable Rubén Valtierra (Part 1 is here), we hear more about Rubén’s career, upcoming work and his take on our stalwart desert island discs and tag a keyboard player questions. 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): Considering every solo or gig to be your last Vale Nate Ginsberg Don’t play an E4 during Eat It Bruce Conte and Tower of Power George the Synth Ghost Emo Phillips The upcoming tour with Weird Al Examples of Al’s originals: Mission Statement and Virus Alert Pat Regan (great interview here on the 2000-inch Weird Al podcast) Melodyne note-based editing software Rubén grills Paul and David on their favourite interviews to date Tag a keyboard player: Jordan Rudess, Emmet Cohen, Rachel Flowers Desert Island Discs: Light as a Feather – Return to Forever / Chick Corea, Pictures at an Exhibition – Sviatoslav Richter, Horowitz in Moscow – Vladimir Horowitz, Led Zeppelin – Led Zeppelin, Abraxas – Santana Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Rubén Valtierra, Weird Al Yankovic Part 2 appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Rubén Valtierra plays keys with the inimitable and iconic Weird Al Yankovic. In Part 1 we hear about Rubén’s chops as a musician and his general approach to life, you’ll understand why he’s been at the top for such a long period of 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): Rubén’s Website Van Cliburn performs in Moscow, 1958 (on YouTube) Rubén performing with Rush Hour 1986 Dr Demento 20th Anniversary TV Special The Saga Begins – Al sends Rubén home Recreating the diverse sounds and styles across Weird Al’s huge catalogue Weird Al show timing How Rubén nearly ended up as part of Jimmy Kimmel’s house band The Simpsons – Three Gays of the Condo Glenn Hughes Live in Moscow 1995 Sampling a Hammond B3 to use on a Kurzweil Why Rubén loves Kurweil keyboards Sound design for a Weird Al tour Weird Al vs Tower of Power What’s Weird Al like as a boss? (spoiler: he’s a great boss) Rubén’s bucket list: Santana (and a shout out to David K Mathews) The Valtierra Latin Orchestra The upcoming Weird Al Movie Why Weird Al is a true, great artist Not mentioned but worth a watch: Weird Al and the band play 77 cover songs over 77 nights. Tag a keyboard player: See Part 2 Desert Island Discs: See Part 2 Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Rubén Valtierra, Weird Al Yankovic Part 1 appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Jim Daneker plays keys with Michael W. Smith and Amy Grant, composes for film and TV and even creates his own sounds sets for a number of platforms. To say he’s busy and talented is an understatement, and Jim provides some great insights across his wide ranging experiences. 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   Links to content mentioned during the show (links will open in new tab): Michael W Smith Bio Jim playing with Michael W Smith Ageless Medley – Amy Grant Cross of Gold – Michael W Smith Paul Cardall Jim Daneker – Ad Alta Jim Daneker – Equinox Jim’s Rig Tour Tag a keyboard player: Tony Banks, Bruce Hornsby Desert Island Discs: Invisible Touch – Genesis, Eye to Eye – Michael W Smith, Star Wars – John Williams, Welcome to the Real World – Mr Mister, No Jacket Required – Phil Collins. Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Jim Daneker, Michael W Smith and Amy Grant appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

In our first Great Debate we talk to Matt Goodluck, prog rock obsessive (check out Matt’s bio below). The topic is obviously prog rock, the debate occurs on multiple fronts, including what makes good prog rock, who the true greats are and even some gear talk. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel: Content mentioned during the show (links will open in new tab): Pet Sounds – Beach Boys Freak Out – Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band – The Beatles King Crimson – In The Court of the Crimson King Prog Archives Rush – 2112 Ready Player One – Ernest Cline (highly recommended!) Keith Emerson official website Rick Wakeman official website Overview of prog rock keyboards Yes – Fragile Yes – Close to the Edge Watch Rick Wakeman live, on ice Pink Floyd – Dark Side of the Moon Pink Floyd – Meddle ELP – Tarkus ELP – Brain Salad Surgery ELP play Fanfare for the Common Man Haken Frost Big Big Train Jordan Rudess Richard Barbieri Rikard Sjoblom Desert Island Discs: Lamb Lies Down on Broadway – Genesis, Hemispheres – Rush, Close to the Edge – Yes, Wish You Were Here – Pink Floyd, Discipline – King Crimson Matt’s biography: I grew up in Adelaide and by my early teens I had developed an obsession with music, starting with 80’s heavy metal. After discovering Rush, everything changed and it took me down the rabbit hole of prog rock. This led to reading everything I could get my hands on about the 70’s heavyweights like Yes, King Crimson, Genesis and ELP as well as the new wave of 80’s bands like IQ, Marillion, Pallas and Pendragon. I was hooked! At age 20, I decided to leave home and I flew to the UK for what was intended to be a 6 month working holiday. I stayed in Europe for 7 years! Due to connections with a number of independent English prog bands that I had become a fan of, I found myself on the doorstep of Pendragon/Arena keyboard player Clive Nolan and ended up living with him for the duration of my time in England. I became the go-to merch guy for a number of prog bands in the scene including Arena, Threshold, Pendragon and IQ and would regularly tour throughout Europe with them. Outside of this, I began working as an assistant for Clive’s record label Verglas Music, formed with ex-Marillion drummer Mick Pointer. Essentially a cottage industry formed to release albums by their band Arena, this was a pioneering business model at the dawn of the internet age in the early 90’s. My role included promotion, marketing, graphic design and helping to book tours for the band. After 4 years in the UK, my visa had become an issue and so it was time to move on. I then moved to Germany and became a record label assistant for InsideOut Music, Europe’s premier label for progressive music. Here I worked with a wide array of artists including members of Dream Theater, King’s X, Toto, Marillion and Genesis as well as the new wave of prog bands like Spock’s Beard, Devin Townsend, The Flower Kings and Symphony X. I returned home to Adelaide at the end of 2001 but retained my connections within the prog scene overseas. I continued to take on small projects for my old colleagues from time to time. One such job was working on the liner notes for various classic album re-issues for a number of Krautrock artists such as Klaus Schulze, Amon Duul II and Holger Czukay. In 2009, I was asked to be the tour manager for Swedish band Pain Of Salvation who were supporting Dream Theater on their national Australian tour. This was an intensive role that involved booking accommodation and travel, instrument and equipment hire, publicity and promotion, merchandising, budgeting and finance, graphic design, stakeholder liaison and much more. It was very stressful but ultimately rewarding and a good chance to reconnect with both bands, who I had previously worked with. That early obsession with prog fueled a desire to be involved in (a fairly niche area of) the music industry and I feel incredibly lucky to have been a part of it. I’ve been very fortunate in my life to meet and work with many artists that I grew up listening to as a fan. Today I find myself on the stage rather than just backstage as I now get to tour the country as lead vocalist for Echoes of Pink Floyd – Australia’s premier Pink Floyd tribute act. Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do

It’s hard to overstate the career Lisa Coleman has had to date. As a solo artist, part of iconic duo Wendy and Lisa and as a core member of The Revolution, Lisa Coleman has some brilliant insights that everyone can learn something from. As Prince said of Lisa: “she plays Mozart, she’ll be funky”. With a special guest appearance from Lisa’s lovely greyhound dog! To listen, click on the player above or listen on YouTube: Links to content mentioned during the show (links will open in new tab): Wendy and Lisa – composers Berry Gordy Tom Oberheim, ARP Dealer Matt ‘Doctor’ Fink The Revolution – Live in 2017 Prince and The Revolution – rehearsal footage Lisa Coleman – Collage Neil Finn – Hole in the Ice (co-written with Lisa Coleman) Tag a keyboard player: Joe Zawinul, Bill Evans Desert Island Discs: Talking Book – Stevie Wonder, Blue – Joni Mitchell, The Legendary Lazar Berman Plays Liszt – Lazar Berman, anything from Sly and the Family Stone, A Simple Matter of Conviction – Bill Evans Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month. Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Lisa Coleman, Prince & The Revolution / Wendy and Lisa appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Josh Weinstein is a composer, arranger and keyboard player and teacher of music history. In this bonus episode (Josh was featured in Episode 35), Josh and our own Paul Bindig talk everything Pink Floyd, particularly the joys and challenges of recreating Pink Floyd’s music in a tribute band context. Links to content mentioned during the show (links will open in new tab): Pink Froyd (Facebook page) Echoes of Pink Floyd Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month. Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post (Extra) Josh Weinstein and Paul Bindig: A Tale of Two Floyds appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Geoff Downes not only co-founded a pioneering group in the late seventies, but he’s also a core member of two other iconic groups that continue to go strong. And that’s just the start. Geoff covers a lot of ground in this interview and we take the opportunity to delve into the latest album release from Yes. To listen, click on the player above or listen on YouTube: Links to content mentioned during the show (links will open in new tab): Downes Braide Association – latest album Halcyon Hymns Geoff at the Sydney Opera House Yes – The Quest Rock Aid Armenia – Smoke on the Water (making-of documentary) Trevor and Geoff performing live in 2004 Our interview with Geoff’s old band mate, Jan Pulsford Asia – Go Tag a keyboard player: Dave Sinclair (Caravan) Desert Island Discs: In The Land of Grey and Pink – Caravan, ABBA Gold – ABBA, 4 – Foreigner, What’s Going On – Marvin Gaye, The White Album – The Beatles. Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month. Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Geoff Downes, Yes / Asia / The Buggles appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Tom Brislin plays keyboards for Kansas and has also toured with other icons such as Debbie Harry, Meatloaf and Yes. As you’ll hear, Tom has some great insights on his career to date that inspired us and will hopefully inspire you. We even have a fun chat about whether Meatloaf’s work could be described at ‘Pop Prog’. You’ve been warned! To listen, click on the player above or listen on YouTube: Links to content mentioned during the show (links will open in new tab): Mussorgski – Pictures at an Exhibition Kenny Barron – Embraceable you Tom with Spiraling Tom with Glen Burtnik Tom with Meatloaf Tom with Yes Tom with Renaissance Tag a keyboard player: Kerry Minnear (Gentle Giant), Glasys. Desert Island Discs: Purple Rain – Prince, Christmas Album – The Ventures, Business As Usual – Men At Work, Fragile – Yes, Magical Mystery Tour – The Beatles and any album from Emerson, Lake and Palmer. Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here. We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, or Twitter. If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you. To help us keep the podcast running like a fine oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month. Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Tom Brislin, Kansas appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.