Episodes 25-36

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Max Lockwood Tom Petty Tribute Band

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Max Lockwood

The Insiders /Tom Petty Tribute

It's always a treat when you hear great music by accident. Such was the case of today's guest, Max Lockwood. Leslie and I were at a festival to hear and support our friend's band, when we heard Max and his Insider's band performing an amazing tribute to the late, Tom Petty.  Not only does he do a great job celebrating Tom's music, but his solo work is just as exceptional.  I hope you check out Max and his band, you will be impressed.   

Violinist Asher Laub

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Asher Laub

Violinist

Many of us are lucky enough to play a musical instrument. A few more can do it proficiently a fewer number play professionally. And then you get to the level of today’s guest, who is exceptional in their craft. Asher Laub's musical career began with classical violin training at the tender age of 2—leading to his first formal concert with the buffalo philharmonic at 13. His high-energy shows have been featured live on PBS and have made headlines on CNN, WABC, NBC, and the New York Post.
   

Doug Clapp Smalltown John Mellencamp Tribute Band

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Doug Clapp /Smalltown

John Mellencamp Tribute

On this episode of the Someone You Should Know Podcast, I talk with Doug Clapp, the lead singer of the band Small Town, touted as the country's #1 John Mellencamp Experience.  We'll talk about how the band celebrates the career of one of Indiana's leading musicians. 

Josie Award Winner Country Singer Nate Venturelli

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Nate Venturelli

Award Winning New Male Artist

We kick off the New Year with a rising superstar in country music,  Nate Venturelli had a huge 2022, winning the coveted Josie Award for Best New Male Vocalist on the stage of the Grand Old Opry.  Not only is he an exceptional performer, he's also a bonified union man.

LA Artist Courtney McKenna

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Courtney McKenna

LA Singer/Songwriter

Today's musical guest has faced all types of adversity and came up fighting. She's a talented singer-songwriter from LA, who does her best to empower and aid those who need it. She's Courtney McKenna, and she's today's Someone You Should Know Podcast guest.

Chicago musician Patrick Goode

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Patrick Goode

Chicago Singer/Songwriter

My guest today on this Episode of Someone You Should Know is  Patrick Goode, an independent songwriter/musician from the Chicago area. Patrick released his first single last November and we’re going to discuss that and more in this episode.

Lino New Age Guitarist and music producer

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Lino

Guitarist / Producer

Today's Someone You Should Know Podcast guest is an exceptional musician and a longtime friend of mine. Lino was a guest of mine in 2006 when he released Miami Jam, a favorite of mine.  His most recent project Cascadia captures the Cascade Mountains of Oregon in a musical sense.  Lino's music has been heard on TV shows and in movies.  You'll enjoy this one.
 

Vic Ferrari Retired NYPD Detective and author

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Vic Ferrari

Author / Retired NYPD 

From NYPD Detective to established author, Vic Ferrari has a lot of fun stories to tell. He has a new book out called "Confessions Of A Catholic High School Graduate." We'll talk about that and his five books about being a member of the NYPD.  He's very funny and you'll enjoy his perspective.
 

Randy Jackson Guitarist and Lead Singer for Zebra

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Randy Jackson

Zebra

In 1983, I fell in love with a song called "Who's Behind the Door" from a band called Zebra. They followed it up with "Tell Me What You Want," "Wait Until the Summer's Gone," "Bears," "Lullaby" and many more.  I'm honored to have lead vocalist/guitarist  Randy Jackson as my guest today, on this episode of "Someone You Should Know."
 

Drew Stump and Chuck Wilson of the band Lost Pyramids

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Drew Stump/Chuck Wilson

Lost Pyramids

Today's episode features a jam band from Chicagoland influenced by Phish and the Grateful Dead with a little jazz fusion for good measure.  The band is Lost Pyramids and I'm joined by Guitarist Chuck Wilson and Keyboardist Drew Stump. Break out your tie-dyed shirts and give it a listen.   
 

Country artist and TV host Amy Scruggs

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Amy Scruggs

Country Singer/Media Coach

In this episode, country singer Amy Scruggs talks about her brand new single "Something to Believe In" (which is available tomorrow, 1/27/23). Amy also talks about her musical career, her life as a TV host on CNBC, and also being a best-selling author, and media coach. This amazing lady can do it she's definitely Someone You Should Know.
 

Cliff Long Museum of Broadcast Communication and former Barnum Bailey Circus clown

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Cliff Long

Incredibly Interesting Fellow

Today's podcast guest has done everything from museum tour guide and musician to puppeteer, teacher, and even a Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus clown.  He's my friend, Cliff Long, and his stories will have you in stitches. You won't want to miss this episode of Someone You Should Know. 
 

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