For nearly 55 years, The Doobie Brothers have been creating music and touring the world with no signs of slowing down. And for the first time in the band’s history, the four current, principal members have recorded in-studio together for their upcoming album release titled, “Walk This Road”, which is set to be released on June 6. The album launch will also include an extensive tour of Europe and the States that begins in July. “Walk This Road” contains ten tracks and is a true band effort, and it includes the return of Michael McDonald alongside founding members Tom Johnston and Patrick Simmons, as well as John McFee, and was produced by John Shanks. The new album contains a variety of musical styles, with great vocal harmonies and the incredible musicianship we’ve all come to expect from this Hall of Fame caliber band. Here to talk to us today about “Walk This Road”, and his reentry into the band, is our good friend and past guest, Michael McDonald.
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Andy Platts and Shawn Lee of Young Gun Silver Fox
When we first learned about Young Gun Silver Fox ten years ago, we knew the duo of Andy Platts and Shawn Lee had created something very special. Since their 2015 debut album, West End Coast, they’ve released three additional albums that continue to pour the foundation of their truly signature sound. It’s West Coast AOR, but it’s a unique, genre-blending sound that’s unquestionably their own. Today we’ll talk with Shawn and Andy about their fifth album release, Pleasure, which releases today. This is no doubt another solid effort from the guys, and quite possibly their best album yet. Soon, they’ll embark on a two-show teaser US tour in New York City and also at the Troubadour in LA. Inside MusiCast is pleased to welcome back Andy Platts and Shawn Lee of Young Gun Silver Fox.
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Nathan and Noah East
On this episode of Inside MusiCast, we welcome a new collaboration of great musicians who just happen to be father and son. Nathan East, who’s known for his work with Eric Clapton, Toto, Bob James, Daft Punk, along with a litany of some of the biggest names in the music industry, has teamed up with his son, Noah, who has become a world-class musician in his own right. Together, they have just released their first album project called “Father/Son”, which was released on April 18 and includes an incredible lineup of guest musicians. Here to talk to us about this fantastic new album is none other than Nathan and Noah East.
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Charlie Peacock
Charles William Ashworth, known professionally as Charlie Peacock, is our guest on this episode of Inside MusiCast. His creativity is quite diverse, as he’s not only a Grammy-winning musician and producer, but he’s also an accomplished author, painter, podcaster, and advocate for the arts…all parked on a spiritual foundation. He’s recently published his memoir, “Roots and Rhythm”, A Life in Music”. Today we chat about his “big picture” perspective and how his music and creativity has evolved throughout the ever-changing seasons of life.
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Mr. Mister's "Go On", track-by-track
Following the worldwide success of their 1985 release “Welcome To The Real World”, which featured two number one hits and another that cracked the top 10, Mr. Mister reconvened to create their follow-up, “Go On…”. Released in 1987, the album was a continuation of the same, incredible songwriting and musicianship, touching on social, political, and spiritual messages, in a decade where materialism was front and center. “Go On…” wasn’t the commercial success that its predecessor enjoyed, but to Mr. Mister fans, this collection of songs is just as powerful, with timeless lyrics that are still relevant today. On this episode of Inside MusiCast, we’ll discuss this incredible album track-by-track, and we’re pleased to welcome band members Richard Page, Steve George, and lyricist John Lang.
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