Route 66

The Master’s Birthday series continues with John Coltrane as the subject and it will feature an interview with saxophonist David Liebman who absolutely considers Coltrane the peak of how far the instrument can go,period,full stop.When Lieb was 15 he took a date to a club,there was The Master and he was never the same ,at … Continued

A strong ,heartfelt and very candid interview centering on keeping a band,any ban,together as well as comments on the new release and the upcoming show at the Beachland.Antibalas anCleveland go way back and he reminisces about the good old days,and his attempts tp make these days just as good…..

Up and Coming trumpeter Matt White will appear on Route 66 to discuss his latest release “Worlds Wide” made his group “The Super Villain Jazz Band”,as well as his experiences as a music teacher and traveling Artist,including performiong with -Dave Liebman!

Legendary pianist Ben Sidran is Scheduled to appear in alive phone interview at 10:30 for about a half hour

John and Paul, Rodrigo Y Gabriela Steve (Martin) and Edie ( Bricknel),The Everlys,Hans Zimmer,,Elton John,to Tommy Steele and “Rockin The Caveman” the stories,endless the surprises non-stop -and the opinions very considered ,and very strong. A true pro and a true delight to talk to….. the interviews are in two parts,the first was broadcast on THe … Continued

Ye Ye Asa,Nigerian-born  Queen of Hikossa music,Mother of Culture, will discuss her music,her life,and the lives of Afrikan women in a detailed and wide-ranging cultural and philosophical conversation on the show ,which will feature many samples of her songs and in great detail,explanation about the musicology behind them……..

Nigerian Singer/Songwriter Sonia Aimy will be be featured in an exclusive two-part taped interview showcasing her music and her very strong opinions on the conditions in,and,of Nigeria as well as her personal growth and experiences as a woman born in Africa living in Toronto and her spiritual concerns regarding her music and the techniques used … Continued

Welsh Singer-Songwriter Judith Owens is scheduled to appear on the show at 10am to discuss her music and her upcoming Cleveland show at  the House of Blues Cambridge Room July 27..

Musicologist/Teacher Ian Brennan,Producer of The Zomba Prison Project and the Tanzanian Albinism Collective will a appear in a taped interview to discuss the record business,Africa and  geopolitical trends as they relate to all lovers of African music this Wednesday starting at 11am.The show will also feature selections from thos two projects……….

7/26 Ian Brennan  8/2 Sonia Aimy 8/9 Peter Asher  8/16 YeYe Ase ( Floxy Bee) 8/30 Matt White