Multi award-winning songwriter, Brian Muni, now hosts Live Song Radio, a monthly New York area AM radio show that is streamed and downloaded for worldwide audiences. Recent guests have included 7 string guitar master, Bucky Pizzarelli; children's music star, Laurie Berkner; The Bacon Brothers Band, Jen Chapin & the Chapin Sisters, etc. Log onto www.wrcr.com the first Monday of every month, 8pm EST. For inquiries, email: [email protected]. Keepin' It Live! (tm) Brian
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Join St. Louis Magazine executive editor Sarah Fenske for conversations that dig into why things are the way they are in St. Louis — and how we can make them better. From the stories that inspire us to the challenges that push us, The 314 Podcast is here to celebrate the good, confront the bad, and untangle the complicated.
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In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Marie-Hélène Bernard, president and CEO of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, on the eve of its return to Powell Hall after a $140 million renovation. A native of Quebec who moved here from Boston, Marie-Hélène explains how the SLSO pulled off the project on time and on budget—and what…
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Brian Williams' Vision for St. Louis County
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40:19In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with state Senator Brian Williams. The University City Democrat explains how he’s been able to forge connections with people far different from him, how he’d run the county differently than County Executive Sam Page, and what he sees as a big missed opportunity during Kansas City’s interst…
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In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Dara Eskridge and surprises her with this year’s Visionary Award. The CEO of Invest STL discusses how she immediately got to work helping North City in the aftermath of the May 16 tornado, what it will take to get enough resources to make tornado victims whole, and why it’s imperative…
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The Ambitious Plan for Downtown Chesterfield
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40:35In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Michael Staenberg about his ambitious development now under construction in Chesterfield. Downtown Chesterfield will bring city-style living to the acreage that previously held Chesterfield Mall. The founder and President of The Staenberg Group explains his vision for the project, wha…
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Behind The Scenes with Former City Hall Insider
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34:53In this episode of The 314 Podcast, guest host Ryan Krull talks with Conner Kerrigan about his Substack publication, Show Me Last Week. For several years, Kerrigan ran St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones’ communications operation and now uses his experience from the belly of the City Hall beast to explain city government, the media, and more. Then, Ryan…
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In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Gateway Arch Park Foundation executive director Ryan McClure about the organization’s big plans for downtown—which include not just redevelopment of the long vacant Millennium Hotel, but also jumpstarting a conversation about removing the highway that cuts through the heart of the nei…
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Meet SLM’s New Business Editor Eric Schmid
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20:09In this bonus episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske sits down with St. Louis Magazine’s new business editor Eric Schmid. The former economic development reporter for St. Louis Public Radio, Eric discusses his vision for SLM’s business coverage and daily business newsletter, what sold him on St. Louis, and what it’s like being mistaken for E…
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Can Nonprofit ‘Out in STL’ Save LGBTQ Media?
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36:24In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Chris Andoe about the new and retooled Out in STL. Andoe recently purchased the 8-year-old LGBTQ magazine Out In STL for $1 and relaunched it under a nonprofit board. He explains why he’s optimistic about the venture even when local media is struggling and corporations have turned the…
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In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Mike Isaacson, artistic director and executive producer of The Muny, the nation’s oldest and largest outdoor musical theatre, which this month was awarded the Tony Award for regional theatre. Isaacson discusses what’s kept The Muny going strong after 106 years, his own circuitous path…
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Rep. Steve Butz on Bad Blood at the Missouri Statehouse
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40:14In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with state Representative Steve Butz (D-St. Louis) about the dramatic end to this year’s legislative session—and what that bodes for tornado relief for St. Louis, as well as Gov. Mike Kehoe’s desire to contribute millions in state funding to keep Kansas City sports teams in Missouri. Then,…
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Christine Byers on SLMPD’s Return to State Control
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33:36In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Christine Byers about the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department’s move back to state control. Byers, who covered the department for 14 years for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and KSDK, discusses why state control offered advantages for transparency—and what to look for during the tra…
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In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Vivian Gibson, author of The Last Children of Mill Creek, about her book’s outsized impact. Since debuting five years ago from an indie publisher, the memoir is now in its fifth printing—and everyone from CITY SC to Target is paying attention to the long-forgotten Black enclave that G…
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The Blues’ Chris Zimmerman on the Business of Hockey
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36:11In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Blues president and CEO of business operations Chris Zimmerman about hockey’s exponential growth in St. Louis, a strong downtown’s importance to the team, and whether the Blues are ready to make peace with Mayor Cara Spencer. Then, Sarah chats with SLM staff writer Ryan Krull about Sp…
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Aldermanic President Megan Green on City Politics
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34:28In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Aldermanic President Megan Green about how the city’s convoluted structure holds back the delivery of basic services, how her thinking on Rams settlement funds has changed, and why she’s convinced the progressive movement is still alive and kicking—despite some big recent losses. Then…
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In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Clayco founder and executive chairman Bob Clark about his six-figure donation to mayoral challenger Cara Spencer, his fears for the region’s future, and his plans to get more involved in tackling civic issues. Then, Sarah chats with SLM staff writer Ryan Krull about the tragic tale of…
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In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Explore St. Louis‘ brand-new president and CEO. Brad Dean shares why he turned down higher-profile jobs to come here, how he plans to address downtown’s challenge, and what it will take to elevate St. Louis' brand. Then, Sarah chats with SLM staff writer Ryan Krull about the St. Louis…
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In this episode of The 314 Podcast, Sarah Fenske talks with Alex Oliver, who’s making a big bet on downtown St. Louis even as other developers pull out of the market. He discusses why he’s bullish on Wash Ave, the simple change that could help make downtown safer, and what he thinks city leaders got wrong in the Rams settlement fund debate. Then, S…
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Former Gov. Jay Nixon on Missouri’s Challenges
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41:17In this episode of The 314 Podcast, Sarah Fenske talks with former Gov. Jay Nixon. Missouri’s governor from 2009 to 2017 shares his thoughts on what the state could do to tackle crime in St. Louis and Kansas City, opens up on the future of the Democratic Party in a state where it’s largely no longer competitive, and discusses the challenges ahead f…
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In this debut episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with longtime St. Louis Comptroller Darlene Green. The city’s chief financial officer talks about her high-profile call for private operators to help the city deal with icy streets, why St. Louis voters are in a cranky mood these days, and why she isn’t willing to cede her seat—yet. …
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Join St. Louis Magazine executive editor Sarah Fenske for conversations that dig into why things are the way they are in St. Louis — and how we can make them better. From the stories that inspire us to the challenges that push us, The 314 Podcast is here to celebrate the good, confront the bad, and untangle the complicated. See omnystudio.com/liste…
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20 years later. The song that was my first published release . Revistied with two of the original artists, genius singer, Marlon Saunders, and genius guitarist, Peter Calo, who was reunited with Boston bandmate (and my newly-discovered sister), genius pianist/organist, Alizon Lissance. I'm on vox, electric rhythm guitar and violin. A celebration of…
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In honor of those who inspired and guided us, whose love leads us on...For Ann and Charlie.Brian Muni (Lead Vocals/Gtr/Piano/Violin)Produced with James "Jimbo Ro" Rohlehr (Electr Gtr/ all the rest).By Brian Muni
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Always Near by Brian MuniBy Brian Muni
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Little Red Guitar by Brian MuniBy Brian Muni
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Ave of the Americas by Brian MuniBy Brian Muni
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Better Late Than Never by Brian MuniBy Brian Muni
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Piano / Vocal demo with co-writer Alizon Lissance. A COVID-era plea!... "Santa come quick! Please don't delay! We need you now in a must urgent way!By Brian Muni
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Do Angels Cry? (The Snapshot) by Brian MuniBy Brian Muni
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These Simple Pleasures by Brian MuniBy Brian Muni
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So many great talents involved in this track, including #HughMcCracken, #EmilyBindiger, #CaroleeGoodgold, #MarlonSaunders, #ChuckCooper, #JimmyWisner, #JoeyFranco, #AnnRuckert, #JimboRo (#JamesRohlehr).. #BrianMuni, vocals, nylon guitar. (c) #BWMuni, #SherwinKaufman.From our CD, #LivinginAmerica. https://open.spotify.com/track/5N23fINZ1xhjCOZKXEwgp…
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Soulful sounds of the Bobby Deitch Band, sharing live and fresh grooves from this songwriter, drummer, keyboardist, guitarist and educator's new album “Grateful.” Also report from 2018 SongHallofFame highlighting James "JT" Taylor with call-in from Kool and the Gang singer, Walt Anderson. And world music from NYU's Translucent Borders with Andy Tei…
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LSR47 6/11/18 MARIANNE OSIEL & SAFRAH LEVITAN
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1:01:46MARIANNE OSIEL & SAFRAH LEVITAN, gifted singer/songwriters/multi-instrumentalists join Brian Muni’s Live Song Radio with their original, heartfelt grooves. From be-bop to classical, pop, rock, country and blues, MARIANNE OSIEL & SAFRAH LEVITAN do it all. Brought to you by Theraplay LLC using music to help special needs children do what was thought …
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LSR46 5/14/18 JEFF BUCKLEY BY DAVE LORY
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1:09:1321 years after his tragic drowning, a celebration of Jeff Buckley, 90’s music icon, with author Dave Lory, Jeff’s manager and friend, breaking his silence and reading from the new memoir, “Jeff Buckley – From Hallelujah to the Last Goodbye”. For info: www.brianmuni.com. Visit/like us at https://www.facebook.com/livesongradio. Brought to you by Ther…
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LSR45 4/23/18 SINGER FRANKIE DEE W/ PIANIST ALBERT AHLF
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1:00:47There's only one FRANKIE DEE! "The Prince of Rockland". Soulful, rich jazz, R&B, pop vocals accompanied by hipster keyboardist/composer, ALBERT AHLF. Live, off-script and swinging, singing 50 years of standards with abandon, wisdom and local history thrown in! Brought to you by Theraplay, LLC. Using music to help special needs children do what was …
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LSR44 3/12/18 4TH ANNIV W/ DAVE REISS; NATASHA DIMARCO; LILIANE BROWN; MATT SCHWARTZ AKA LOCKWOOD
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1:08:01Four hot young musicians making waves in Nyack, NY: composer, bassist, guitarist Dave Reiss, vocalists Natasha DiMarco and Liliane Brown, and songwriter/guitarist, Matt Schwartz (aka Lockwood). All part of a bright new pop, funk, jazz, reggae, rap and rock influenced-scene with deep family ties to Rockland. Brought to you by Theraplay, LLC. Using m…
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LSR43 2/12/18 AZTEC TWO STEP'S REX FOWLER W/ BWAY STAR DODIE PETTIT
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1:05:07Legendary folk rock singer/songwriter Rex Fowler sings, talks, shares secrets of songwriting and to his and Neal Shulman's 45-year partnership and 15 albums, and spins tracks from their killer new CD, "Naked." Joined by Cats and Phantom Bway star, Dodie Pettit, with call-ins from producer Paul Guzzone and performer Rick Adam.…
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LSR42 -11/6/17 NEW DIRECTION FOR RAMAPO & ADAM FALCON
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1:24This Election Day has passed but others are soon to come. The Reform Party, chaired by activist Curtis Sliwa, presented Ramapo - reputedly one of the most corrupt towns in America - with a multi-party, multi-gender, multi-racialticket and a platform that could be a model for our divided nation. Singer-songwriter Adam Falcon balances the show with s…
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LSR41 LINDA LORENCE CRITELLI; MICHAEL WHALEN; MARCI GELLER
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1:32:33Click pix for music exec, #LindaLorenceCritelli, 2X Emmy-winning composer, #MichaelWhalen, and chart-topping singer/songwriter, #MarciGeller. Knockin it out of the park! Also call-ins from writer/producer #DaveLory, SongHall's #AprilAnderson, etc and new song from #michaelCASTALDO, 92 minutes of great music, fun and insights into how to monetize mu…
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LSR40 PAUL SFORZA, STELLA ROSE & MATTEO SCHER
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1:01:58New music from PAUL SFORZA, STELLA ROSE & MATTEO SCHER. Visit/like us at https://www.facebook.com/livesongradio or email [email protected]. Thank you [email protected]; realtor www.billpearlman.com; auto group www.tallmanauto.com, complementary medical practice www.schachtercenter.com & [email protected].…
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#DrSamuelWaymon, award-winning composer, singer, pianist, brother and collaborator of the legendary High Priestess of Soul, #NinaSimone; with fabulous actress/singer/songwriter #MarkeishaEnsley. Also Motown's #BerryGordy and daughter #RhondaRoss at the amazing 2017 Songwriters Hall of Fame award gala #2017SHOF. Thank you [email protected]; ne…
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LSR38 BOB LEONE, JULIA DOUGLASS, 13 HANDS
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1:19:22Starmaker BOB LEONE, who launched the careers of Lady Gaga, Lana del Rey, Rachael Platten, etc, joined by protégé mega talents singer/ songwriters JULIA DOUGLASS & DALIEN aka 13 HANDS. Early Gaga and Lana, plus call-ins from legendary producer, Steve Addabbo, Bacon Brothers Band bassist, Paul Guzzone, etc. https://www.facebook.com/livesongradio.Tha…
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LSR37 5/1/17 ALEX FORBES & PAUL GUZZONE
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1:02:29Click pic to hear ALEX FORBES, hit songwriter/producer/educator, with PAUL GUZZONE, fellow songwriter/musician/educator. Insightful, fun, moving, entertaining… Find us on itunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/brian-munis-live-song-radio/id1195709171: soundcloud.com. https://soundcloud.com/brianmuni-1. Visit/like us at https://www.facebook.com/…
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LSR36 4/3/17 CAS WEINBREN & THE RUCKERTS
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1:00:02Blazing young producer Cas Weinbren and talented singer/songwriters, The Ruckerts - Regi Ransdell, Bruce Gordon, Lisa and Larry Rosenberg......Duke Ellington once said, “There are two kinds of music. Good music and the other kind." On Live Song Radio we like good music. Good, new multi-genre music… Thank you [email protected]; realtor www.bil…
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LSR35 3/13/17 THE INSPIRE PROJECT W/TANYA LEAH, ILENE ANGEL, LORRAINE FERRO
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1:03:42#1 NYC-Nashville singersongwriters, #tanyaleah, #ileneangel, and #lorraineferro, as new power trio, #theinspireproject, singing, jabbering, fielding tons of loving callers on #brianmunislivesongradio 3rd anniversary podcast. Visit/like us at https://www.facebook.com/livesongradio. Thank you [email protected]; realtor www.billpearlman.com; aut…
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LSR34 1/9/17 DAVE KEYES, VALERIE GHENT
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1:05:43Invincible songstress/keyboardist #valerieghent & master bluesman #davekeyes return to Live Song Radio to lift our spirits and celebrate the release of Val's new CD #Velours and hear tales and tunes from Dave's transatlantic treks. ?Like us at https://www.facebook.com/livesongradio. Thx to [email protected]; realtor www.billpearlman.com; auto…
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LSR33 12/5/16 - EVERETT BRADLEY, TANYA LEAH
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1:04:55Our HOLIDELIC gift to you!!! The AMAZIN’ EVERETT BRADLEY, Mr. Papadelic, himself, “the Miracle of 134th St.” with his Chief Elf and Partner in Rhyme, the incredible, TANYA LEAH, multi-platinum singer/songwriter… THANKS to [email protected] and realtor www.billpearlman.com; auto group www.tallmanauto.com, complementary medical practice www.sch…
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LSR32 BRIAN MUNI'S "AVE OF THE AMERICAS" RADIO CD RELEASE PARTY!
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58:36Brian Muni’s “Ave of the Americas” Radio CD Release Party! THANK U #PeterCalo, guest host, and callers #PattyKatz, #GeniePepperSwinson, #MarlonSaunders, #SteveAddabbo and #CarlosAlomar. Five tracks from #aveoftheamericas, as well as, Marlon’s #thepeoplearereadytodanceagain, Steve’s #thisisparadise and Peter’s #dontevergoaway. THANKS ALSO to therapl…
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LSR31 10/17/16 PETER CALO, ADAM FALCON, MICHELLE LEWIS
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1:02:11Rich, soulful, fun live and recorded performances of singer/songwriter greats #petercalo, #adamfalcon, #michellelewis. CD releases #timemachine and #thelightshines. Digital royalty advocacy www.wearesona.com; #bobdylan #nobelprize #gracevanderwaal #agt #carlysimon #jimihendrixBy Brian Muni
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LSR30 9/12/16 LEZLEE, JOHN MCDOWELL, HANK BORDOWITZ
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53:06Not to be missed! A feast of homegrown talent with #lezleepeterzell-bellanich, #jarrettlight #Nyack #theriverskyeband, #academyaward film composer/farmer #johnmcdowell and best-selling #rockmusicauthor #hankbordowitz. Many topics covered! #gracevanderwaal #agt #pattilupone #chitarivera #bobmarley #johnfogerty #davidbowie #greenday #rocklandfarmalli…
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