The Magic of the Music (Part 2 of 4)

THE MAGIC OF THE MUSIC: THE BIRTH OF A PARROT HEAD NATION (Part 2 of 4)
A Four-Part Series on the Time After Island Time program
Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike

On this episode of Time After Island Time we are exploring the second era of the Parrot Head Nation, the years 1994-1998, what we will refer to as the "explosion." Not only did the Parrot Head Nation grow in numbers, but also in activity. Throughout the second era, Parrot Head gatherings, known as "flockings" flourished. Official and organized Parrot Headism had spread from Atlanta to other areas and as the Atlanta Parrot Head Club's founder Scott Nickerson mentioned in part one--back in 1992, the first annual meeting of club members had taken place in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana. The largest event, Meeting of the Minds (or MOTM) continued to be held annually in New Orleans until the 1998 MOTM, "Back to the Island," which was held in Key West, Florida.

As the Parrot Head Nation swelled, so did Jimmy Buffett in his career as a performer, recording artist and author--providing his fans with the magic of the music, which caused reason for congregation and celebration. In May of 1994, Jimmy Buffett released "Fruitcakes" his first studio album in 5 years. Buffett's eager fans clamored for the album, causing it to reach #5 on the Billboard 200 album chart. The music video of the "Fruitcakes" single was filmed in Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida featuring many members of the Atlanta Parrot Head Club. Ever the prolific songwriter, Buffett would follow this with the 1995 literature-inspired "Barometer Soup," released in 1995. 1996 brought an acoustic-based album entitled "Banana Wind," and "Christmas Island," his first holiday album. Literary inspiration found Buffett collaborating with best-selling author Herman Wouk in a musical based on Wouk's 1965 novel, "Don't Stop the Carnival." Working as the sole songwriter, Buffett wrote all of the songs and released an accompanying album by the same title. Amidst five years of successful concert tours and endless sold-out shows to an ever-growing Parrot Head Nation, Buffett would close out this era with a look back at his life of adventure, travel, creativity and music with an autobiography and travelogue entitled "A Pirate Looks at Fifty." The book went straight to #1 on the New York Times Best-Seller non-fiction list.

We invite you to join us as we take a look at the Magic of the Music which resulted in the Birth of a Parrot Head Nation. We'll be looking at the second era from 1994 to 1998 and we welcome two special guests. Ann Gotthelf, one of the very first members of the Atlanta Parrot Head Club who has been a fan since seeing Buffett in Athens, Georgia in 1972. We also welcome longtime member of the Atlanta Parrot Head Club, Joel Oates who holds the distnction of attending every single Meeting of the Minds from New Orleans to the present conventions in Key West, Florida. We invite you to join us for the magic of the music on Time After Island Time from anywhere in the world via Radio JimmyDreamz at www.radio.jimmydreamz.com

Monday - 3:00 PM – March 16, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM – March 18, 2009
Thursday - MIDNIGHT – March 19, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM – March 21, 2009
*All Broadcasts are Eastern Time*

THE MAGIC OF THE MUSIC: The Birth of a Parrot Head Nation (Part 1 of 4)

THE MAGIC OF THE MUSIC: THE BIRTH OF A PARROT HEAD NATION (Part 1 of 4)
A Four-Part Series on the Time After Island Time program
Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike

It was in the early part of 1989 when Scott Nickerson got the idea to start the very first Parrot Head Club--The Atlanta Parrot Head Club. Scott met so many interesting people in the parking lot before Buffett concerts that he decided he wanted to enjoy the camraderie throughout the year. On April 1, 1989 Scott and about 15 others met at Chastain Park, where so many legendary Buffett concerts had been held. This was the first Parrot Head Club meeting, the Birth of a Parrot Head Nation. Scott never dreamed of what would result 20 years later--a total of $13 million in contributions and almost 2 million volunteer hours.

The time and place were right. Maintaining and building a steady interest and love for Jimmy Buffett's music was an Atlanta musician named Jeff Pike. In the years preceding the conception of the club, Jeff was performed at bars like Pufferbelly's and the Checkered Parrot. Jeff noticed an intense appreciation and request for Jimmy Buffett's songs. He sought to learn the more obscure songs and developed a steady following.

By 1989, Buffett was getting bigger than ever. Buffett released Tales from Margaritaville, his best-selling collection of short stories and Off to See the Lizard, the first album with his brand new band. 1989 was the year and Atlanta was the place. The magic of the music brought the fans together.

On this episode of Time After Island Time, we welcome Scott Nickerson and Jeff Pike who in addition to witnessing the early days of the Parrot Head Nation, performed in the duo A1A: The Official and Original Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show...the only band to ever be recognized by Jimmy Buffett himself. For the first time ever, the complete story is being told. On Part One we will be covering 1989 to 1993. With music and conversation we invite you to listen into Time After Island Time from anywhere in the world via Radio JimmyDreamz at
www.radio.jimmydreamz.com

Wednesday - 9:00 AM – March 11, 2009
Thursday - MIDNIGHT – March 12, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM – March 14, 2009
*All Broadcasts are Eastern Time*

The culmination of this 4 part series, but most importantly the last 20 years of the first Parrot Head Club will be celebrated on April 4, 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia. We invite you to join us as the history comes alive. http://www.atlantaparrotheadclub.org/party.htm

J. D. Souther special on Time After Island Time (part one of two)

Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike

Join us for the second part of this two-part special on the legendary J. D. Souther. Souther is a singer-songwriter and performer perhaps best known for his fabulous songs. He co-wrote some of the biggest hits for Eagles, and has written songs for people like Linda Ronstadt, Bonnie Raitt, Jimmy Buffett and many others. J. D. Souther has worked with artists ranging from Jackson Browne, James Taylor, and Warren Zevon. His solo albums have had an international following, and he spoke with us about his life in music and his newest solo album, “If the World Was You,” which is his first record released in 25 years.
We invite you to join us as we become familiar with J. D. Souther—the man and his music.
Tune into Time After Island Time from anywhere in the world via Radio JimmyDreamz at http://www.radio.jimmydreamz.com

Monday - 3:00 PM – March 2, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM – March 4, 2009
Thursday - MIDNIGHT – March 5, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM – March 7, 2009
*All Broadcasts are Eastern Time*

http://www.jdsouther.net

The J. D. Souther special on Time After Island Time (Part one of two)

Special Guest J. D. Souther

Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike
Legendary Singer-Songwriter J. D. Souther joined us for a conversation at the Ritz-Carlton in Atlanta, Georgia. Souther is perhaps best known for his songwriting. He has co-written and written songs for the Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Bonnie Raitt, Warren Zevon, Jimmy Buffett and others. J. D. Souther has also recorded five albums of his own. In 1979 he had a hit with his Roy Orbison influenced song "You're Only Lonely." His music has been covered by too many artists to name and his vocals have been heard on many popular recordings including his duet with James Taylor, which he co-wrote, "Her Town Too."
In this rare interview, J. D. Souther joined us to talk about his new album, "If the World Was You," which is his first release in 25 years. We invite everyone to tune in to hear J. D. Souther's story and also his music. "If the World Was You" is one of the most interesting records released as of lately, proving that there are still great songwriters out there making true art.
Tune into Time After Island Time from anywhere in the world via Radio JimmyDreamz at www.radio.jimmydreamz.com

Monday - 3:00 PM – February 23, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM – February 25, 2009
Thursday - MIDNIGHT – February 26, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM – February 28, 2009
*All Broadcasts are Eastern Time*

Calypsonian Lord Superior is a special guest on Time After Island Time

Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike

On this episode we welcome Mr. Andrew Marcano who will always be known in the world of Calypso as Lord Superior. He first crossed paths with the reigning King of Calypso, the Mighty Sparrow at the tender age of 17. Today, Lord Superior is considered by some to be the guardian of Calypso's legacy and culture.

Checking in from Trinidad, Lord Superior discussed his involvement in the documentary film "Calypso Dreams," which chronicles the history and mystery behind calypso, a music that is about life. He also discusses his musical roots, his opinions on the genre and the story behind many of his clever songs. When you hear the story and the music, you will join us in echoing his statement, "Long Live Calypso!"
Tune into Time After Island Time from anywhere in the world via Radio JimmyDreamz at www.radio.jimmydreamz.com

Wednesday - 9:00 AM – February 18, 2009
Thursday - MIDNIGHT – February 19, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM – February 21, 2009
*All Broadcasts are Eastern Time*

For more information check out www.calypsodreams.com

Michael Horne, Producer of the Calypso Dreams documentary is a special guest on Time After Island Time

On this episode we welcome Mr. Michael Horne who produced the documentary film "Calypso Dreams." Calypso Dreams features exclusive interviews, footage and musical performances from some of the greatest Calypsonians of yesterday and today. Michael Horne discovered Trinidad after learning to play the steel pan, which lead him to visit Trinidad. There, he eventually discovered the Calypso tents and became infatuated with a distinctly Afro-Caribbean genre of music which many are calling a dying art.

Along with the interview, we play some of the most unique music around--traditional, authentic calypsos. Tune into Time After Island Time from anywhere in the world via Radio JimmyDreamz at www.radio.jimmydreamz.com

Monday - 3:00 PM – February 9, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM – February 11, 2009
Thursday - MIDNIGHT – February 12, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM – February 14, 2009
*All Broadcasts are Eastern Time*

For more information check out www.calypsodreams.com

Geoffrey Dunn, Producer of Calypso Dreams documentary on Time After Island Time

Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike

On this episode we welcome Dr. Geoffrey Dunn, producer and director of the documentary film Calypso Dreams. Calypso Dreams features interviews and musical performances filmed in Trinidad. It welcomes the greatest Calypsonians of all times, and seeks to answer the questions what is Calypso and what is going to happen to it?

Along with an interview with Geoffrey Dunn we will be playing some of the rarest calypsos anywhere. Join us as we take a fascinating look at a uniquely Afro-Caribbean music which may or may not survive the passing of time.

Monday - 3:00 PM – February 2, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM – February 4, 2009
Thursday - MIDNIGHT – February 5, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM – February 7, 2009
*All Broadcasts are Eastern Time*

For more information check out www.calypsodreams.com