The Paul Leslie Hour

Norbert Putnam is a record producer and bassist and is considered one of music's absolute treasures. One of the Muscle Shoals session musicians, as a bass player he recorded with Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Henry Mancini, Linda Ronstadt and Al Hirt just to name a few. As a record producer he produced some of the most beloved albums of artists like Joan Baez, Dan Fogelberg, Jimmy Buffett, Brewer & Shipley, Donovan, John Hiatt, the Flying Burrito Brothers and Jesse Winchester just to list a few. Norbert Putnam has so many stories and he's excellent at telling them. This episode of The Paul Leslie Hour is not one to miss!Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Jonathan Wolff is a composer and musician. It's safe to say that every single day, many times a day, his music is playing on television somewhere in the world. He created the music for 75 primetime network television series, including 44 TV themes. Jonathan Wolff is best known for composing and performing the theme song for the hit television show Seinfeld. Jonathan Wolff spent 29 years as an insider in Hollywood, but these days he's a lecturer and concert performer. He was kind enough to share a lot of insight and humor here on The Paul Leslie Hour. Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Earl Bud Lee is a songwriter and sometimes a live performer. He wrote songs that were recorded by Loretta Lynn, Blake Shelton, Joe Cocker, Moe Bandy and George Strait. Earl Bud Lee's most successful song "Friends in Low Places," was recorded by Garth Brooks and it's become a county anthem. It's a pleasure to welcome a rare interview with Earl Bud Lee, one of the great writers in music.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Amanda McBroom is a singer-songwriter, recording artist & actress who talked about her latest album "Voices," which features original songs as well as her interpretations of other artists' material. Included is a duet of Amanda McBroom and Vince Gill of "The Rose," the song made popular by Bette Midler. It's an enjoyable caffeine-fueled chat.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Danny Rubin is a screenplay writer. He's most known for the film Groundhog Day.He wrote the story and co-wrote the script with Harold Ramis. The film starred Bill Murray, Andie MacDowell and Chris Elliott. Groundhog Day is considered one of the greatest comedy movies and was added to the National Film Registry for being "culturally, historically or aesthetically significant." Rubin also cowrote the screenplays to Hear No Evil, S.F.W. and for the stage wrote the book to Groundhog Day, the musical. He wrote a book entitled How to Write Groundhog Day and also teaches screenwriting. It's a lighthearted, but though-provoking interview. After the interview, we have a song to send you on you way. A never before released song written and performed by Danny Rubin.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Bryan Kennedy is a singer-songwriter, recording artist, author, playwright, entertainer, actor, public speaker and certified professional life coach. A former Ole Miss football player, Kennedy comes from a very musical family. He's penned countless songs, including many recorded by Garth Brooks (three of which were #1 hits). Some of his well known compositions include "The Beaches of Cheyenne" and "American Honky-Tonk Bar Association." What Bryan Kennedy has to offer you on this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour is more than stories. There's plenty of inspiration and ideas that can help get you where you're going. You'll love Bryan Kennedy!Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Jon-Erik Kellso is a New York City based trumpeter, concert and recording artist. He is a leader of the Earregulars band and a member of Vince Giordano's Nighthawks.Kellso has worked with many iconic artists including Linda Ronstadt, Levon Helm, Wynton Marsalis, and Leon Redbone, to name a few. As a recording artist, Jon-Erik Kellso has contributed to over 100 albums. We're pleased to welcome Jon-Erik Kellso, one of traditional jazz's greatest trumpet players!Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Jack Phillips and Caleb Quaye, two talented musicians are joining us on The Paul Leslie Hour. Jack Phillips is a pianist, songwriter and vocalist and Caleb Quaye is a guitarist and composer noted as being a member in Elton John's first band. They're joining us to talk about their musical collaboration on the Jack Phillips album "Down in the Jungle Room," a blues rock album. After the interview, we present an unreleased live recording of Jack Phillips in concert. It's an enjoyable chat with two passionate, creative men!Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Jean-Jacques Kraif is a musician who checked in with us from his home on the French-speaking Caribbean island of Saint Barthélemy. Kraif is a bassist, songwriter, member of the band Alerte 2B and a surfer. Alerte 2B performs in St. Barth and even co-wrote a song with singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett. Kraif joins us for a talk about his ancestry, passions and an insider's look at the island he calls home.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Gordon Lightfoot is one of the most legendary singer-songwriters of all time. A prolific recording artist and concert performer, he has performed around the world. Lightfoot is an inductee of the Songwriters Hall of Fame most known for his songs "Sundown," "If You Could Read My Mind," "Early Morning Rain," "Carefree Highway," and "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald." His songs have been recorded by Bob Dylan, Harry Belafonte, Don McLean, Elvis Presley, Barbra Streisand, Judy Collins, Jerry Lee Lewis and many others. Originally broadcast on FM radio, this interview is being brought back out in the midst of Lightfoot's North American tour "The Legend Lives On." Gordon was in rare form! Enjoy!Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Anson Williams is a beloved actor who is widely known for playing the role of Warren "Potsie" Weber on the acclaimed television series Happy Days. He went on to work as a television director on such television programs as Melrose Place, Beverly Hills, 90210, Lizzie McGuire, The Secret Life of the American Teenager among others. Recently, he has dedicated himself to something that could save your life or the life of someone you know. We're talking about Alert Drops, a wake up aid. Almost everyone has fallen asleep or almost dozed off behind the wheel. Although it doesn't get as much exposure, driving tired can be just as dangerous as driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The effects of drowsy driving has been many lives lost, severe injuries and damage to automobiles. Whether talking about his television and film work or products that can save lives, Anson Williams is a man with passion. Enjoy his optimism and outlook on The Paul Leslie Hour.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Don McLean is America’s Troubadour. A singer-songwriter, performing and recording artist, McLean has written and recorded some of the most iconic songs in recorded music: “American Pie,” “Vincent,” “And I Love You So,” and “Castles in the Air,” to name a few. An inductee of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Don McLean’s songs have been performed and recorded by singers ranging from Madonna, Garth Brooks, Elvis Presley, Fred Astaire, Julio Iglesias and most recently Ellie Goulding. Don McLean will release “Botanical Gardens” on March 23, 2018. This is his first album in nine years. He joins us on The Paul Leslie Hour to discuss his recent work, poetry being “under siege,” the importance of gratitude and so much more. It’s a good one!Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Evan Christopher is a New Orleans-based clarinetist and composer. His performances and recordings preserve and perpetuate the tradition of the New Orleans clarinet style, with influences from greats like Sidney Bechet, Omer Simeon and Barney Bigard. After meeting the clarinetist Tony Scott at a Rome night club, Evan Christopher asked him for an autograph. Scott wrote "Good luck on 'Clarinet Road.' Lots of curves!" Evan Christopher has been going down that road ever since. Gainesville, Georgia was a recent stop along the way; where this interview was recorded in the "before hours" piano bar of a hotel. We invite you to listen to an interview with a man who takes the calling of being a jazz musician very seriously, yet all the while remains humble and relatable. Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

This interview with Elliot Mintz was recorded in January of 2011. It is being brought out today as a podcast in celebration of Elliot Mintz's 73rd birthday. Elliot Mintz made his name as a radio and television personality, interviewing thousands of people, among them: John Lennon, Bob Dylan, Jack Lemmon, Alan Watts, Jack Nicholson, Salvador Dali, John Wayne, Groucho Marx and many others. Mintz went on to become a media consultant for everyone from Bob Dylan, the John Lennon Estate, Don Johnson and Paris Hilton. His eyes and ears have seen a lot. It remains one of my absolute favorite interviews to date and we hope you enjoy listening. Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Sam Lewis is a singer-songwriter. Although in the genre of country music, Sam Lewis writes songs that are soulful, meaningful and true to heart. He's worked with everyone from John Prime to Kacey Musgraves. Chris Stapleton called him "a modern Townes Van Zandt." Rolling Stone magazine called him one of the 10 New Country Artists You Need to Know. May 2018 will see the release of his third album "Loversity."Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

George Benson is a household name. His abilities as a guitarist and vocalist safely ensure his place as a legend in the world of pop, jazz and R&B. A ten time Grammy award-winner, George Benson's career has been a prolific one: 36 studio albums, and 5 live albums. Some of his songs are perpetually on the radio years and years after being recorded. From instrumental compositions like "Breezin'" to pop songs like "Turn Your Love Around," or his live cover of "On Broadway," one thing is certain, the music of George Benson seems to radiate from his heart.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Orange Kellin is a Swedish clarinetist, traditional jazz concert and recording artist based in New Orleans. Kellin has performed with his own ensembles as well as in bands comprised of New Orleans musical legends. It's a great honor to present this interview with a passionate and talented artist. Orange Kellin's story shows that truly great music will be found by people anywhere, and truly great songs were meant to last. He ends the story with a short solo musical performance.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Sammy Nestico is a composer and arranger who has worked with the most legendary artists in music. Loras Schissel of the Library of Congress said "Sammy Nestico and his music are a national treasure." Involved in all aspects of the music industry, he's most known as a composer and arranger, although he is also a conductor and has recorded albums under the banner of "The Sammy Nestico Orchestra." Nestico has arranged and/or conducted albums for the likes of Frank Sinatra, Phil Collins, Barbra Streisand, Bing Crosby, Natalie Cole, Ronnie Milsap, Pia Zadora, Sarah Vaughan, and so many others. Although not as known for his songwriting, he has collaborated with Johnny Mercer, Stan Freberg, Bobby Troupe and Steve Allen. For 14 years he was the composer/arranger for the Count Basie Orchestra. Sammy Nestico told his life story in his autobiography The Gift of Music. Recorded the day before his 94th birthday, we hope you will listen in! There is more to learn about than just music. Join us as we celebrate a venerable legend in music - Mr. Sammy Nestico. Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Dick Hyman is a pianist, organist, arranger, performing & recording artist, composer and music director. If one word could describe Hyman's career in music, it would be "prolific." With more than 100 albums recorded under his own name, his albums have been interpretations of all eras of American music, from ragtime and early jazz, to recordings of the great composers like Irving Berlin, Harold Arlen, Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Richard Rodgers and Duke Ellington. Dick Hyman has extensive experience as a studio musician. Dick Hyman has worked with artists as diverse as Benny Goodman and Art Garfunkel. He's contributed to countless movies as a film scorer (Moonstruck, The Lemon Sisters, etc.). Hyman is perhaps the most significant musical contributor to the films of Woody Allen, among them Zelig, The Purple Rose of Cairo, Broadway Danny Rose, Stardust Memories, Hannah and Her Sisters, Radio Days, Bullets Over Broadway, Mighty Aphrodite, Everyone Says "I Love You", Sweet and Lowdown, The Curse Of The Jade Scorpion and Melinda and Melinda.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Dave Mackay is a pianist, keyboardist, singer-songwriter, accompanist and recording artist. Originally from Leicestershire, England his fascination with music and the art of recording has been lifelong. Mackay moved to the United States and studied at the Berklee College of Music. Currently based in Los Angeles, he's continued his craft of writing and recording songs. Since 2016 he's been performing alongside guitarist Tab Laven as the touring band of singer Art Garfunkel. The same year he also released his full length record of original songs entitled Restart. We're pleased to welcome Dave Mackay to The Paul Leslie Hour to discuss his multifaceted musical life!Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Bonnie Montgomery is a classically trained opera singer, but also a singer-songwriter in the country music genre. She's traveled the world singing and performing and even wrote a modern folk opera: Billy Blythe, written about the childhood of Arkansas native Bill Clinton. She joins us to talk about all of this as well as her forthcoming independent studio album: Forever.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Kate McGarry is a jazz vocalist and songwriter. Called "a voice that soars with abundant hope," she joins us to talk about her first trio album, The Subject Tonight is Love. McGarry and her collaborators Keith Ganz and Gary Versace will be celebrating the release of the album with a performance at The Velvet Note in Alpharetta, Georgia on February 2nd and 3rd. Future performances will be held in New York City and Durham, North Carolina. We learn about the album and the artist who created it, right here on The Paul Leslie Hour!Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Dan Barrett is a trombonist, cornetist and musical arranger in a unique world of jazz known as the "traditional" form. Barrett has performed and/or recorded with the likes of Benny Goodman, Rosemary Clooney, Doc Cheatham, and many others. He's played music for many motion pictures such as The Cotton Club and Brighton Beach Memoirs, and Woody Allen’s films Mighty Aphrodite, Everyone Says I Love You, and Bullets Over Broadway. Barrett is seen in the documentary film Wild Man Blues, about the European tour of Woody Allen's New Orleans jazz band. In addition to an in-depth interview, Barrett demonstrates his musical talent with a couple of musical performances.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

David Was is a man who lives at the corners of journalism and music. He goes by "David Was" in the world of music, and he is the stage brother and other half of the writing/producing collaboration Was (Not Was). A Detroit, Michigan native, his journey into the public sphere began as a journalist and jazz critic. David Was has had a big mark in the music world not just with his band, but also as a producer. He's worked with the likes of Bob Dylan, Mel Tormé, Iggy Pop, Ricky Lee Jones, Roy Orbison and many others. Going back to the journalism, under his given name of David Weiss, his byline has appeared in Entertainment Weekly, Rolling Stone and Newsweek. Whether you call him David Was or David Weiss, he's here on The Paul Leslie Hour for an unprecedented in-depth interview. Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

There's never been a story like the Pia Zadora story. Her stage career began at age 7. She's been featured in major motion pictures, received numerous awards and has won over many people with her music. A performing and recording artist of several genres, Pia Zadora's life has intersected with the likes of Frank Sinatra, Don Rickles, Jermaine Jackson and many others. On the cusp of releasing her latest album of standards from the American Songbook, we were honored to sit down and get to know this beloved artist.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Jordan Critz is an award-winning composer and producer based in Nashville. Critz's music has been heard on many recordings as well as in film and television including Disney, National Geographic, Apple, CBS, PBS, ABC, NBC, ESPN, Lifetime, TEDx. It is our pleasure to present an interview with a very talented and versatile artist whose work will continue to be heard and enjoyed by many.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Folksinger, banjoist, performing and recording artist Pete Seeger (May 3, 1919 - January 27, 2014) definitely made his mark on the world. He earned a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, a Harvard Arts Medal, the Kennedy Center Award, The Presidential Medal of the Arts, Two Grammys, and membership in both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Many would say that Pete Seeger was arguably the most important American folk musician. This interview was recorded in 2012 or 2013. It remains an important musical artifact shared here on The Paul Leslie Hour.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Hargus Melvin "Pig" Robbins is one of the great legends in music and has been called the most recorded pianist in the history of recorded music. Better known as "Pig" Robbins, he's played on some of the most iconic tracks: Patsy Cline's "I Fall to Pieces," Roger Miller's "King of the Road," and George Jones's "White Lightening." Some of the iconic artists Pig Robbins has worked with include Bob Dylan, Merle Haggard, Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, Alan Jackson, Sturgill Simpson, Jerry Lee Lewis, Ray Charles, Charlie Rich, etc. Pig Robbins has recorded his own albums under the name "Mel Robbins." In 2012 he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. We're honored to have Pig with us!Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Engelbert Humperdinck is the definition of what it means to be an iconic singer. The youngest boy in a large family with ten children, Engelbert Humperdinck, from Leicester, England, he grew up in Madras, India. In his career as a performing and recording artist, Humperdinck has sold approximately 150 million records, including 64 million gold and 24 million platinum records. Know as "the King of Romance," his most recent album, "The Man I Want to Be" is dedicated to his wife Patricia, who is battling Alzheimer's and features an eclectic collection of songs including originals as well as covers of hits from Bruno Mars and Ed Sheeran.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Frank Sinatra, Jr. was born on January 10, 1944. Music was definitely in Frank Sinatra, Jr.’s blood. Like his legendary father, Frank Sinatra, Mr. Sinatra was a singer, performer and recording artist. You will find Frank Sinatra, Jr. was a wealth of information, a very interesting and passionate man as well as a lover of the Great American Songbook, those songs written in the early half of the 20th century. You could describe Frank Sinatra, Jr. as knowledgeable, honest and passionate. Despite the fame of the Sinatra family name, Frank Sinatra, Jr. called himself a “homespun boy at heart,” and described himself as follows: “Frank Sinatra, Jr. today is an old man who tells people that he was never famous he just has a famous name, and as it happens the only thing that justified his life is that he practiced what he believed.” Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Jerome Garfunkel (sometimes called Jerry) is someone who knows that life is a learning experience. Also known as Dr. COBOL to some, for his contributions to COBOL (Common Business Oriented Language) a computer programming language. Jerome Garfunkel lives a full life with many interests, a technologist, writer, educator, calligrapher, lecturer and motorcyclist, he has traveled around the globe. It was very nice of Garfunkel to share the insights and lessons he has learned from his experiences with us. Tune in and dig the Jerome vibe.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

This mostly never before heard interview with Maya Angelou was recorded in June 2008. Maya Angelou was a poet, educator, historian, best-selling writer, actress, playwright, Civil Rights activist, producer, director, musician and important figure in American literature. This interview focuses on her little known career as a Calypso singer and recording artist. Special thanks to Kevin Hooper for audio mastering and production of his video. Additional audio engineering by Thom Tollerson. Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Sammy Rimington is one of the leading advocates and practitioners of New Orleans revival jazz today. He's been recording and performing professionally for more than 50 years. He's worked with many of the legends in music and has contributed to hundreds of recordings. Born in the United Kingdom, Sammy Rimington is a clarinetist and reed player. We're honored to welcome him to The Paul Leslie Hour for a unique look at a wonderful style of music.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Julie Gold, the songwriter of "From a Distance" shares her story and how her song became a favorite around the world. "From a Distance" has been recorded and performed in many languages as well as at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. It was played in outer space. It has been recorded by the likes of Bette Midler, Nanci Griffith, Cliff Richard and many others. Although the interview was recorded back in 2012, it's just as relevant today. This is the first podcast episode of 2018 and a fine way to start the year.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Singer-songwriter and recording artist Gary Portnoy has written many songs recorded by both himself and other artists, however his most famous composition is "Where Everybody Knows Your Name," known to many as the theme song to the television sitcom "Cheers." It's the kind of interview I find the most enjoyable. You know the artist's work, but you don't know what their voice sounds like or how their personality is. As it turns out, Gary Portnoy is someone I appreciate and who comes across as very sincere.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Stacey Kent one of the most successful and internationally recognized jazz singers and recording artists with over 2 million records sold. 2017 saw the release of her first orchestral album, I Know I Dream, in a discography of more than 15 albums. Meet this incredible artist here on The Paul Leslie Hour.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Lloyd Price, like so many great musicians is from Louisiana. An inductee of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame, he's one of the absolute legends in popular music. Known for his songs like "Lawdy, Miss Clawdy" "Personality" and "Just Because," Price's songs have also been recorded/performed by everyone from The Beatles, Elvis Presley, Little Richard, Fats Domino, Paul McCartney, and Joe Cocker. Never one to rest on laurels, Lloyd Price's recent album "This is Rock and Roll" features new songs as well as interpretations of rock and roll standards. It's all here in this fast-paced interview with one of rock and roll's founders!Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Monica Mancini is a Concord Records artist who has twice been nominated for a Grammy. A jazz vocalist, Mancini is not limited to the American Songbook (although she does this very well), in fact her most recent album I've Loved These Days features interpretations of classic rock songs from the 60s. The daughter of the legendary composer Henry Mancini, Monica is lively, interesting and a pleasure to have in conversation. I hope you enjoy meeting the artist!

Pianist, conductor, musical director, composer and producer Frank Owens has recorded and performed with Johnny Mathis, Lena Horne, Chubby Checker, Barbara McNair, Petula Clark, and others. Frank Owens was also the musical director for David Letterman's first television show which was broadcast in the morning called The David Letterman Show. In addition to a great interview, Frank Owens surprised us with some impromptu singing and piano playing!Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Susan Birkenhead is one of the most in-demand theatre lyricists. She made her Broadway debut as a contributor to Working in 1978. Her songwriting has been featured in many productions both on and off Broadway, including Jelly's Last Jam, Triumph of Love, High Society, Hats!, Radio Girl and most recently The Secret Life of Bees. Susan Birkenhead has written with some of the best composers including Charles Strouse, David Foster, Jule Styne and others. In fact, with Styne, Birkenhead wrote two songs recorded by Frank Sinatra.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Otis Redding III is the son of the legendary Otis Redding, the King of Soul. Redding was bestowed with his father's talents and is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, performing and recording artist. Otis Redding III speaks with a sense of humility, but yet continues the tradition of musical excellence associated with the name "Redding." Like the song his father wrote, Otis Redding III is full of respect for the art of music. It's an interview with music royalty here on The Paul Leslie Hour!Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Jeff Altman is an entertainer who focuses on sleight of hand card magic. He's also had an incredible career as a stand up comic and actor. He's acted in such television shows as The Dukes of Hazzard, Night Court and Baywatch. Jeff Altman has been a guest on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson as well as more than 40 appearances on The Late Show with David Letterman. In fact, David Letterman called him the funniest person he knows. Esquire magazine called him a "comic genius." He's influenced Jerry Seinfeld, David Letterman, Judd Apatow and others. It's all here on a magical episode of The Paul Leslie Hour!Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Tony Oppedisano's background and passion is in music. One of Frank Sinatra's close friends and his road manager, Oppedisano could play the guitar, bass and piano as well as sing. This foundation is one of the reasons Tony bonded with one of the greatest singers in the world, Frank Sinatra. His friendship and professional experience with Sinatra segued into his work managing the comic legend (and Sinatra friend) Don Rickles. Frank Sinatra was born on December 12, 1915 in Hoboken, New Jersey. Join us as we celebrate the 102nd birthday of the greatest American singer, here on The Paul Leslie Hour.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

On this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour, we're in the presence of a legend. For 50 years, Charlie McCoy has worked as a session player. He's in great demand. In addition to his 41 solo albums, he's done more than 12,000 recording sessions. Charlie McCoy has worked with Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan, Simon & Garfunkel as well as countless country artists. A harmonica player, guitarist, bassist and multi-instrumentalist, Charlie McCoy is an inductee of the Country Music Hall of Fame.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Singer-songwriter, recording artist Gary Morris was born on December 7, 1948. Today is his birthday! Morris has had more than two dozen chart singles, including the 1983 Top 10 song, "Wind Beneath My Wings." Most of his work could be classified as country, but he's also had a serious acting career. He played Jean Valjean in a Broadway production of Les Misérables as well as a production of Puccini's opera La Boheme. The conversation is good and true with Gary Morris on The Paul Leslie Hour.

The acclaimed jazz and pop vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli joins Paul to talk about her first major album of distinctive original songs "Dream Ago" produced by David Cook. Called an "outstanding singer" by the Wall Street Journal and "hotter than the equator" by The Village Voice, Gabrielle Stravelli is an emerging sensation in New York's jazz and supper clubs, who is gathering recognition and a following around the nation and beyond.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Bill Anderson is known in the world of country music for his unprecedented body of work including 40 studio albums, along with seven no.1 singles. Sometimes known as Whisperin’ Bill Anderson, has been awarded Songwriter of the Year 6 times, has been a member of the Grand Ole Opry for more than 50 years and is an inductee in the Country Music Hall of Fame. Also unprecedented is the fact that Bill Anderson has had an entry on the country music charts for seven consecutive decades, something no songwriter in history has done. Some of his well known songs include “Whiskey Lullaby” recorded by Brad Paisley and Alison Krauss, “A Lot of Things Different” by Kenny Chesney, “Give It Away,” recorded by George Strait and many others. 2016 saw the release of his autobiography Whisperin’ Bill Anderson: An Unprecedented Life in Country Music.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Dub Cornett and Victoria Lily Shaffer are the producers of the new unscripted comedy show "Bill & Brian Doyle-Murray's Extra Innings," with a new episode every Monday exclusively on Facebook Watch. Viewers get to see brothers Bill Murray and Brian Doyle-Murray interacting with the fans and players of minor league teams at games across the country. Behind the scenes, the producers of "Extra Innings" are as down-to-earth as America's pastime with a shared love of dogs, comedy and music. Don't touch that dial, Dub Cornett and Victoria Lily Shaffer are up next.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Elizabeth Cook had an incredible concert in Atlanta at the Variety Playhouse and the very next day she comes in for a face-to-face interview on The Paul Leslie Hour. Cook is one of the preeminent country music singer-songwriters. We talk about plenty in this episode: her Florida roots, hundreds of appearances on the Grand Ole Opry, friendship with David Letterman and the importance of honesty.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

Charlie Daniels is a certifiable legend in music. Last year he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and this year he's released a book about his life. Entitled "Never Look at the Empty Seats: A Memoir," the Grammy award-winning Charlie Daniels who has sold more than twenty million albums and is known for such songs as "The Devil Went Down to Georgia" is as down to earth as they come. In this interview we gain his perspectives on his life, the responsibilities of fame, his work with Bob Dylan and why he wrote his autobiography.Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour