Sunday, October 4, 2009

Levi Lowrey unplugged acoustic/vocal performance on TAIT Radio


We are extremely delighted to welcome our special guest Mr. Levi Lowrey. Levi Lowrey is a fiddler, guitarist, and singer-songwriter who is currently touring nationwide with Sonia Leigh, Nic Cowan and the Zac Brown Band. The "Breaking Southern Ground" tour features all of the artists on the Southern Ground record label, which is the label of Zac Brown's Academy of Country Music Award-winning southern rock group--the Zac Brown Band.

Levi Lowrey comes from a musical background. His great-great-grandfather was influential in the development of bluegrass. Lowrey began playing the violin in the sixth grade. He was playing bluegrass in the seventh grade. By high school he was singing and before long he was playing guitar and writing his own songs. After a recent performance in New York City, an Atlantic Records executive approached Lowrey saying "I had to meet you. You silenced a New York City crowd."

Listen to our interview with Levi Lowrey as well as a stunning acoustic/vocal performance recorded just for all of you listeners. Tune in from anywhere in the world online!

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Monday - 3:00 PM - October 5, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - October 7, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - Ocober 8, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - October 10, 2009

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Tuesday - 8:00 PM - October 6, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - October 9, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - October 11, 2009
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Thursday, October 1, 2009

My JD Souther Story


"I love early morning rains and late nights alone with my favorite intoxicant. A few of those songs that never fail to touch my soul." -Kodac Harrison

MY INTERVIEW WITH J.D. SOUTHER

Ladies and gentlemen, my J. D. Souther appreciation began with his songwriting. It's how a good song is born and so begins my adventure. After becoming exposed to his great songwriting, I sought out to learn about this man who had written so many great songs that have become a part of our collective musical memory and experiences: "Only Lonely," "Best of My Love," "New Kid in Town," and "Heartache Tonight" to name a few. He had a total of four great albums of his own before releasing his fifth record, his first effort in 24 years.

I have hosted a radio program since my 22nd birthday. I only interview people I believe in. I play what music I like. I look at myself as a regular fella with an intense admiration for great artists. We have heard from listeners all around the world, people from all walks of life. We even sometimes hear from people who barely speak English. They are all there to hear the great music. I've been honored and humbled to interview the likes of my favorite all-time artist Fats Domino, as well as other legends like Michael McDonald, Woody Allen, Harry Connick, Maya Angelou, David Letterman's CBS Orchestra, Little Feat, Paul McCartney's entire band and many others. Any self-respecting rock 'n roll documentarian would jump to interview someone that pens songs like J. D. Souther does. A couple of years ago, I wrote a note to a journalist who had written an article on Mr. Souther. I asked what my chances were. I was informed an interview would be unlikely, as Souther prefers to let the songs speak for him...but, good luck! Researching his history only made me want to do the interview more.

Like J. D. Souther, I have great respect for people who master their instruments. I had interviewed his pianist, Chris Walters, who is a great composer as well. On two occasions, I interviewed Souther's bassist Jim Mayer, who is also a member of Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band (J. D. Souther has co-written two songs with Buffett.) Jim has been a great inspiration and source of motivation to me as a person. I knew the histories of the other members of J.D.'s band also. Those guys are the cats!

Chris Walters and Jim Mayer were talking to me after a show. They had just performed a Christmas concert with Jim's brother Peter Mayer. Chris Walters said to me, "You know who you should interview? J. D. Souther!" Jim agreed with him. I had heard Souther was releasing a brand new album. I tried to contain my excitement.

I had listened to his new album "If the World Was You," and was thoroughly infatuated with the melodies. I obviously listen to a ton of records, and this one truly shined. I remember telling my listeners it was the best album I had heard that year. I focused my ears on it, listening to all of the tracks repeatedly. Cuban rhythms, great lyrics, beautiful horn parts, and the band--Jeff Coffin! Bela Fleck! What a record! After waiting some time, I decided to write to J. D. Souther's representatives. They told me he was accepting my interview invitation and it would be held at the venue in Decatur, Georgia. J. D. Souther would be performing solo. I was politely, but firmly informed to keep the interview under 15 minutes. I got there bringing along a good friend of mine. As it turned out, due to complications that happen to any musician while on the road, Souther was not there. A few minutes later I was on the phone with his road manager who asked me if I would consider coming to the Ritz-Carlton to do the interview. No problem. I will always associate the Ritz with so many of my favorite musical memories. (Note to readers: You really must see Cameron Crowe's film "Almost Famous." Nothing says rock 'n roll like room service.)

I arrived and waited in the lobby. Mr. Souther walked over to me and greeted me really warmly. I was prepared to be professional and respectfully take my 15 minutes. He said, "Well, let's eat first! Are you guys hungry?" Over an hour later we were enjoying a leisurely dinner, with no official or recorded "interview" in sight. I was in awe by so many of his stories. He casually talked about his life, travels and the people he knew and had worked with. Names of the greats like his old roommates, Glenn Frey and Jackson Browne (Jackson Browne!) rolled off of his tongue while he recalled interesting tidbits. Humor, wit and charm permeated his conversation. As we ate our fish, I decided it was time to start the interview. It wasn't what you would call a formal interview. We were still eating while it was recording. I have struggled to find the right word to describe J. D. The one that seems to best describe him is "cool." After our dinner, J. D. said he would be hungry later and wanted to know if we wanted to hit the town in Buckhead and get sushi after the concert. I smiled to myself when remembering the 15 minutes I had been granted. J. D. Souther is as down-to-earth as you can imagine.

Down-to-earth as he is, make no mistake about it. J. D. Souther is a star. The show was great. J. D. Souther performed his songs on guitar and piano. Earlier, we discussed our mutual love for old songs and he decided he would work one in for me. The man at the venue said it may have been the most packed he had ever seen the room and believe me I have seen that place packed! I couldn't find a seat and stood the entire show. Nobody left until the very end. After the concert, J. D. Souther walked over to me and said, "You guys should come up to Nashville to see me perform with the entire band. It's going to be a good one." Then he said, "I assume you have a record player. I want to give you something before you go. You have to listen to the record the right way." He had a lot of people to talk to, so I did my best to be low key. I like to stay out of the way. Believe me; it is key to gaining respect from an entertainer. J. D. is such a gentleman; he didn't want to give me the record in front of anyone, so he waited. He has a lot of class. As we drove away, I remember how happy I felt about the whole evening--the concert, meeting him, the interview. Then my phone rang and it was his road manager. He said "How far away are you? Turn around! J. D. forgot to give you the vinyl!" I certainly hadn't forgotten, but didn't want to remind him because I'm sensitive about asking for things. It really impressed me how thoughtful he was. He gave me the wax after signing the cover.

When my business partner Jeff Pike and I listened to the recorded interview, we decided we were glad this was the way the interview was done. It was honest. We liked hearing us enjoy our dinner and the subtle imperfections on the recording. It was real. I remember talking to his former publicist Laurie who gushed about how happy she was that I got to interview him, and how excited she was to hear the radio special. This would be the first of many such comments I would hear from those who love his music (and him.) After the show was broadcast, the listeners thought it was honest too, but my adventure wasn't over. I accepted his invitation to go to Nashville, Tennessee. This may seem strange, but one of the best parts was talking to J.D.'s fans that were in line in front of the Belcourt. Everyone was so enthusiastic. There was energy as the people waited for the doors to open. I remember a lady who questioned me on my origin. Then she told me, "I love J. D. Souther." It made me remember why I have the show and what makes it fun. It was really cool to see people who were true music fans. (By the way, thank you lady for calling me "cute.")

I got to see J. D. Souther performing with his band: Rod McGaha on trumpet, Jeff Coffin on saxophone, Jim Mayer on bass, Chris Walters on piano and James White on drums are all fabulous musicians. Hearing his song "Rain" performed with his entire band burned the haunting melody into my mind. The memory of the performance of "Journey Down the Nile" is also vivid. It was a very unforgettable concert. I got to meet the band and give them and J. D. copies of the radio special in person. As we started to leave, J. D. reminded me of the sushi for the next time he would be in Atlanta.

I get asked a lot who my favorite interview has been. How can I ever pick just one? However, J. D. Souther will always be one I remember with fondness. Not just because he is a legend or because of his incredible songwriting, but because he is so...cool. I am pleased ASCAP is giving him the Golden Note Award. I don't really entirely understand what is going on with music right now, but it is reassuring to hear a truly great songwriter is being properly honored. He deserves the award. I am humbled to have met and interviewed him.

Congratulations to him!

Josh Kear special on TAIT



THE BAMA BREEZE SPECIAL featuring an interview with Mr. Josh Kear, co-writer of
"Bama Breeze."


Our special guest, Josh Kear is a Grammy Award Winning songwriter. Josh Kear also has an album of original Island songs entitled "Blue Pearl Paradise." In 2007, three songs co-written with Kear entered the country charts in 2007: "Bama Breeze" by Jimmy Buffett (written with Chris Tompkins and Mark Irwin), "That's How They Do It in Dixie" by Hank Williams, Jr. and "Before He Cheats" by Carrie Underwood. On November 7, 2007, "Before He Cheats" won the Single of the Year Award at the Country Music Association Awards. Three months later, it won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song, giving him a Grammy win.
Great music and a great story. It's all on TAIT Radio this week! Tune in online from anywhere in the world.

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Monday - 3:00 PM - September 28, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - September 30, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - Ocober 1, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - October 3, 2009
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Tuesday - 8:00 PM - September 29, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - October 2, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - October 4, 2009
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Sunday, September 20, 2009

It's Five O'Clock Somewhere special featuring Jim "Moose" Brown and Don Rollins


On this episode we are joined by Don Rollins and Jim "Moose" Brown, the two songwriters behind "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere," a song sung by Alan Jackson with Jimmy Buffett. The song catapulted Jimmy Buffett into the public spotlight as well as on country radio. It spent 8 non-consecutive weeks at #1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in the Summer of 2003. The song was also #17 on the US Hot 100 making it the most successful pop hit for both Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffett. Billboard named "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere" as the Most Played Country Song in 2003. It's "Five O'Clock Somewhere" won the CMA Award for Vocal Event of the Year as well as the Grammy for Best Country Song. "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere" remains Jimmy Buffett's only #1 hit. Join us for an hour of music and an interview with Don Rollins and Jim "Moose" Brown, two very talented songwriters!

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Monday - 3:00 PM - September 21, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - September 23, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - September 24, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - September 26, 2009

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Tuesday - 8:00 PM - September 22, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - September 25, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - September 27, 2009
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Monday, September 14, 2009

This and that from Mr. Lifestyles

Ladies and gentlemen, I apologize for not writing on here more frequently. I have been so busy! I never got to tell you folks about our last night in Pensacola Beach, Florida. You know how people don't swim in the ocean at night? That's probably a good thing. Herr Benjamin and I were fishing for the big ones while wading out waist deep. It's dark and feel something brushing against my leg. Earlier in the evening we saw a HUGE shark swimming out, but as you can tell we are a couple of boys with no common sense. After catching a few crabs Benji decides to go get this ultra bright light. Lo and behold we were swimming in shark infested water. If you are guessing this is the part of the script where we get out... The answer is no. For some reason, we decide to continue fishing for the big ones. I had it in my mind to catch a shark. I was told this was foolish. You only live twice. As fate would have it, we got our wish! I learned something. Sharks do not like to be caught.

On the way back we decided to go to the Hank Williams Museum. I recorded an interview with Beth Petty the manager of the museum. We called it Hats Off to Hank. Some of you got to hear it. All in all it was a good trip.

It's kind of hard to write this blog because of how excited I am. In my last "journal-type" entry I foreshadowed that Benny Spellman lived in Pensacola. Upon returning to Georgia I got a call that Mr. Spellman had received my letter and would like to do an interview the next time I am in Pensacola. (Which by the way will be soon!) I will be stopping in to interview him on my way to New Orleans!

It's been a wild few days. Many of you know my all time favorite musician is Fats Domino. I was considerably surprised to pick up my phone with "Antoine Domino" on the caller ID. The next morning I was wakened up with "Harry Connick" on my caller ID. Then I hear back from Mungo Jerry, Santo & Johnny and Pat Metheny. All of these things are looking good. We are about to hit our sixth year of broadcasting. Stay tuned because there is plenty more coming! We will make it to a seventh year, Lord willing!

Sunday, September 13, 2009

Gene Mitchell Unplugged Performance/Interview on TAIT Radio


Gene Mitchell unplugged performance on TAIT Radio
TAIT Radio Presents an interview and Unplugged Acoustic/Vocal Performance with Gene Mitchell, recorded on location in Panama City Beach, Florida!
Gene Mitchell is the first guest to be interviewed three times on TAIT Radio. He is a singer, songwriter, entertainer and recording artist. On this episode, Gene Mitchell will be giving us a swing around the islands. Gene writes songs about tropical islands, tropical beaches, tropical drinks, sailing, island adventure and romance. He has released a total of ten albums featuring some of the best musicians and in my opinion they are pure enjoyment. This show will feature the music and storytelling of Gene Mitchell. In addition to a conversation with Gene Mitchell he will be giving our listeners an unplugged acoustic/vocal performance. Tune in online from anywhere in the world!

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Monday - 3:00 PM - September 14, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - September 16, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - September 17, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - September 19, 2009

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Tuesday - 8:00 PM - September 15, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - September 18, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - September 20, 2009
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For more information visit http://www.genemitchell.com and http://www.taitshow.com

Sunday, September 6, 2009

Wes Loper special on TAIT


Wes Loper Special on TAIT Radio

Growing up and residing on the South Alabama Coast, Wes Loper progresses into stardom and entertains professionally across the region. He has performed along the gulf coast for the past eight years and continues to mix Rock, Country, Blues, and Folk music to create his own style with a funky, beach side feel.
After enjoying the local success of his debut album, “Take Me Home,” Wes joined with a team headed by Mac McAnally featuring musicians from Muscle Shoals and Nashville to record a breakthrough album of Country and Southern Rock! This second studio project entitled “Keep On Growin’” is available. Wes Loper is renowned at legendary venues like LuLu's at Homeport and the Florabama. Join us for an interview recorded on the road and tons of great music from Wes Loper and others!

Listen in from anywhere in the world online.

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Monday - 3:00 PM - September 7, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - September 9, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - September 10, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - September 12, 2009

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Tuesday - 8:00 PM - September 8, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - September 11, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - September 13, 2009

For more information visit Wes Loper at http://www.wesloper.com and http://www.taitshow.com

Sunday, August 30, 2009

Hats Off to Hank! A Hank Williams Special


Hats Off to Hank Williams
Special Guest Beth Petty, Manager of the Hank Williams Museum
Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike

We're taking you to Montgomery, Alabama for our special on the late, great Hank Williams. Hank Williams is known as the Father of Contemporary Country Music. Born on September 17, 1923 in Mount Olive, Alabama, Hank Williams began playing music after his mother gave him a guitar at 8 years old. Hank Williams learned his singing style in part from a blues street singer named Rufus "Teetot" Payne. Hank Williams went on to perform across the United States and in many other countries. He had many hit songs and was a favorite on radio and television. He was and perhaps is the greatest country star of all times.

Hank Williams passed away on January 1, 1953. Yet Hank Williams music continues to get new fans. His songs are known by everyone. You cannot get much more "American" in music than Hank Williams. His songs hav been covered by countless musicians. Even if they do not know the name Hank Williams, people from around the globe know his songs..."Your Cheatin' Heart," "There's a Tear in My Beer," "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry," "Jambalaya," "I'll Never Get Out of This World Alive," and of course "Hey Good Lookin'."

Hank Williams' legacy lives on at the Hank Williams Museum in beautiful Montgomery, Alabama. On this episode we are joined by Beth Petty, Manager of the Hank Williams Museum. It is a museum filled with photographs, press clippings, and numerous personal artifacts belonging to the late Hank Williams including his personal Nudie suits, instruments and many fascinating exhibits.

Join in for a full hour of songs Hank Williams sang, wrote or were written about him along with an interview about one of the most important figures of music for all times.


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Monday - 3:00 PM - August 31, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - September 2, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - September 3, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - September 5, 2009

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Tuesday - 8:00 PM - September 1, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - September 4, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - September 5, 2009

(Note all times listed are Eastern). For more information visit http://www.taitshow.com & http://www.thehankwilliamsmuseum.com

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Greetings from Florida


Greets Gentle Readers,

I sit in my hotel room in sunny, beautiful Pensacola Beach! Yesterday was the first day and I have been enjoying myself. I am with my confederate Mr. Ben Eldridge. Every day is a holiday, every meal is a feast.
Not too long ago he asked me, "Do you want to go to Florida for a few days?" (No pause). "Yes." No brainer. A lot has happened recently, my business partner Jeff Pike and I recently interviewed Sir Paul McCartney's ENTIRE band in 24 hours. It was a tremendous experience, and we look forward to presenting those shows to you soon.

After a lovely drive down on almost zero sleep we arrived and found our bearings. After a beer and a Caesar salad with steak from a scantly clad waitress we decided to head back to the room for some libations. (Salad was so-so). I would like to take a moment to endorse a product I agree with wholeheartedly, the new Grapefruit Perrier! Absolutely wonderful, and can be mixed with Bombay Sapphire Gin to make a really stellar cocktail with ZERO carbohydrates. After a few of these, I felt ready to take on the first day. Wading out into the ocean we tried our hand at the fish and ended up empty handed. After discussing the eternal verities, I was contacted by a Georgia musician who called about a "fire" that had been ignited by a conglomeration of musician wife/significant others. Rather than being irritated, I actually chuckled a little. Get a life! My official statement--the sexual orientation of myself, the artists I interview or work with in a professional capacity is irrelevent. For the record, I like females. Anyone else's orientation is none of my business...Thank you and have a good everything. :) For those who have spent considerable time mulling over my friendships and business relationships, I would like to suggest you find something to fill your time.
As the Christopher Cross song "Sailing" went through my head, I called it a day.

Second day, had a really good breakfast of omelettes and was already fishing bright and early. Caught one fish. Let 'em go, it was small. Saw lots of sting rays. There's always tomorrow! Swam quite a good bit and then made tracks for Panama City Beach. Once there, we went to the home of Mr. Gene Mitchell of Sailor Boy Records/Sailor Boy Publishing. Gene Mitchell is the absolute best writer of this genre of music known as "Trop Rock." Many of his songs could be covered by someone like Kenny Chesney, who is actually doing island music. I love Jimmy Buffett, but I would not call him a "Trop Rock" artist. Anyhow, Mr. Mitchell showed us around his house...the decoration was really first class, unique and charming. Then we recorded an interview with acoustic/vocal performance. He played 5 songs off of his new album "Island Swing" and also my all time favorite Gene Mitchell song "Make Mine a Pina Colada." Listen to the upcoming Gene Mitchell special for the story on that song and why I like it. It could be a hit in Kenny Chesney or George Strait's hand. We then went with Gene Mitchell to Margaritaville Cafe Panama City Beach where he performed. We shared Conch Fritters (I believe Margaritaville's are the best, although many have tried to argue with me) and I ordered the Jerk Chicken, which was pretty good! Ben had the Taco Salad and seemed to be pleased. Ben and I had a good time at observing the people and commenting on how people react and interact with one another. He's a very introspective cat. I give myself a compliment on carefully selecting good friends. We headed back to Pensacola Beach. Had some more gin and rum and we continued to talk reflectively. Tomorrow we will rise early for fishing first thing in the morning. That is our only plan.
I read the New Orleans legend Benny Spellman was just inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. I found out he lives at an assisted living home in.....Pensacola.... One Love.

Mac McAnally: A Retrospective (Part 3 of 3)


On the third and final part of our series, Mac McAnally: A Retrospective we conclude our look at one of the most respected all around musicians in Nashville, one of the most multi-talented artists in music. The interview with Mac McAnally discusses his discography, (11 albums since his debut “Mac McAnally” in 1977) the most recent “Down By the River” on Show Dog Records. However, in addition to McAnally’s records and intimate performances, his songs have been interpreted by some of the greats of our time including Hank Williams, Jr., Nancy Griffith, Chris LeDoux and many others. Most recently, his song “Down the Road,” was recorded by country superstar Kenny Chesney. The number 1 song was recorded as a duet featuring both Chesney and McAnally. Chesney said of the song and McAnally, “I am really happy about having a No. 1 with my very good friend and frankly, one of my songwriting heroes.”
In addition to being a hit songwriter and singer, McAnally has produced many albums and has played sessions ranging from George Strait, Joan Baez, Lyle Lovett, Wayne Newton, Billy Joel and everyone in between. He has been closely associated and friends with Jimmy Buffett for thirty years and is a touring and recording member of Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band.
Hear his one of a kind songs, and hear Mac’s story in his own words. Listen online from anywhere in the world.

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Tuesday - 8:00 PM - August 25, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - August 28, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - August 30, 2009
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Monday - 3:00 PM - August 24, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - August 26, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - August 27, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - August 29, 2009
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Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Mac McAnally: A Retrospective (Part 2 of 3)

Join us for the second of our three-part series on Mac McAnally. Mac McAnally is a storyteller, singer-songwriter, guitarist, and pianist. He is an in-demand session musician and record producer. In addition to discussing his incredible and vast history as a songwriter and recording artist, Mac McAnally joins us to talk about his new record “Down by the River,” on Show Dog Records. This is the continuing story of Mac McAnally: Mississippian, Songsmith and Semi-True Storyteller.

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Wednesday - 9:00 AM - August 19, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - August 20, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - August 22, 2009

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Tuesday - 8:00 PM - August 18, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - August 21, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - August 23, 2009

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Mac McAnally: A Retrospective (Part 1 of 3)

Mac McAnally: A Retrospective (Part 1 of 3)
Time After Island Time Proudly Presents our special guest Mac McAnally. Mac McAnally is an entertainer, storyteller, guitarist, pianist, producer, and recording artist. Mac McAnally is a country music singer-songwriter, an in-demand session musician and record producer. McAnally has released 11 albums, his most recent “Down By the River” on Show Dog Records may be his most diverse and creative release to date.

McAnally’s credits are numerous. In the Spring of 2009, country superstar Kenny Chesney cut Mac McAnally’s song “Down the Road” as a duet with McAnally. Chesney’s version of the song became McAnally’s first number one song as a recording artist and his sixth as a songwriter. McAnally has also produced artists like Ricky Skaggs, Chris LeDoux, the bands Little Feat and Sawyer Brown as well as Jimmy Buffett. Mac McAnally has been a member and fan favorite of Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band for many years, writing and co-writing many of Buffett’s best songs.

We are honored to welcome Mac McAnally for an in-depth interview as well as a selection of music spanning McAnally’s wonderful catalog of work as well as other great music. Listen in online from anywhere in the world.

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Wednesday - 9:00 AM - August 12, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - August 13, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - August 15, 2009

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Friday - 8:00 PM - August 14, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - August 16, 2009
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Sunday, August 2, 2009

Ilo Ferreira special airing worldwide on Time After Island Time


On this episode we welcome Ilo Ferreira, a singer-songwriter of immense talent. Ilo Ferreira is from a group of islands off of the coast of West Africa that form the nation of Cape Verde. Cape Verde has a strong Portuguese influence and a vibrant music scene. It was in 2006 when singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett and friends were in Cape Verde hoping to meet the legendary singer of Morna, Cesaria Evora. Joining him on this adventure was Chris Blackwell of Island Records who made Bob Marley world famous, Tom Freston of MTV renown and author and entertainment executive Bill Flanagan.
One night at a Cape Verde restaurant, Ilo Ferreira got onto the small stage to sing and play his guitar. Jimmy Buffett and his friends became enamored with the young singer, not just by his voice and performance, but also by his original songs. On September 8, 2007 Jimmy Buffett welcomed Ilo Ferreira to perform as special guest of Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band at the Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. The thousands in attendance responded immediately to Ilo Ferreira. In January of 2008 he began recording songs produced by Tony Brown and Coral Reefer Mac McAnally.
Now Ilo Ferreira is performing in the United States and he joins us to talk about his life and his debut EP entitled "Ilo" available on Mailboat Records. This interview was recorded on June 26, 2009 in Boston, Massachusetts the city where Ilo was first heard by an American audience. Listen in from anywhere in the world online for the first time ever to hear Ilo Ferreira's incredible story and hear first hand his collection of songs which proves great music transcends languages, nationalities and age. At long last, Ilo speaks!

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Tuesday - 8:00 PM - August 4, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - August 7, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - August 9, 2009

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Wednesday - 9:00 AM - August 5, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - August 6, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - August 8, 2009
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Saturday, August 1, 2009

Corazon Aquino passes away

Kamusta ka na?

Corazon Aquino, the former President of the Philippines has passed away. It seems like we have lost a lot of truly great people...I still cannot believe Walter Cronkite is no longer with us.

Some of you may know that I spent a large chunk of my formative years in the Republic of the Philippines. The Philippines certainly made a big impact on my life. I got to see a lot of things most Americans never get to see. That's a good thing and a bad thing. I saw a lot of beauty, but also a lot of sadness. The Philippine Islands and the Filipino people will always be in my heart.

Because of some of the corruption in the Philippines, I remember being exposed to a lot of violence and knowing very early on the difference between good and evil. Corazon Aquino was always one of the good ones. She did a lot for the Philippines. People Power!

I have been approved by the powers that be to produce a special on the Honolulu Surf Museum in Honolulu, Hawaii. Our special guest is going to be the curator of the museum Mr. Mark Fragale. It should be exciting! The museum is located inside the restaurant Jimmy Buffett's at the Beachcomber. It should be an interesting episode of TAIT.

Speaking of Mr. Buffett, he was on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, which is turning out to be a really great show. He played "Margaritaville," but was backed by the Roots in addition to MacDonald, McAnally and Shakoor. It was interesting to hear the song played with Sousaphone.

Mr. Buffett mentioned an album coming in November 2009. The title? Buffet Hotel. One t. I have a feeling a lot of people are not going to like that title, but I happen to really like it. Apparently there is a hotel in Timbuktu, Mali called Buffet Hotel. I hope this album is similar to "Far Side of the World." I've never met Buffett, but I think the continent of Africa is a big influence on him. "Far Side of the World" was a wonderful album, steeped in mystique, adventure, literature and the exotic. It had an indescribable "feel" to it. I looked at it as a Buffettized version of Paul Simon's "Graceland." Made me fantasize about some mysterious, romantic Shangri-la.



I hope some of you got to listen to my interview with Cesaria Evora and you are turned on to Morna. It is beautiful and there is nothing like it!

Thursday, July 30, 2009

Recording the Ilo Ferreira special


Aloha folks. This afternoon I got to record an incredible in-depth interview with Vic Latham. Some of you may not know who Latham is. He lived quite a life. He was one of the original Key West legends who owned the famed Full Moon Saloon. He had some great stories and was really honest about the drinking and the Key West boogey. He had quite a claim to fame. He said he shared Jimmy Buffett's first joint in New Orleans. His words, not mine! He knew Mr. Buffett from circa 1965 or 1966...the French Quarter days. Boy, did he have some stories.

We began producing the Ilo Ferreira special. Ilo Ferreira is a singer-songwriter and guitarist whom Jimmy Buffett, Chris Blackwell and Tom Freston (the Godfather of MTV) met in Cape Verde off of the West Coast of Africa. They were trying to meet Cesária Évora, who was this week's guest on TAIT. Man, the Ilo special is a long time coming. I am very enthused. We have had some really big cheeses express interest in it, including Chris Blackwell of Island Records...yes, THE Chris Blackwell. The man who brought reggae and Bob Marley to the world. I am really humbled by our little show. I have to say I am proud it is growing so much. There was one person who didn't want this show to happen. I think Ilo will be glad it was produced. What a wonderful fellow. I am proud of him and happy that fate has stepped in and seen him through. Check out his EP "Ilo" on Mailboat Records, it's a hot plate!

I bought a roasted chicken, the entire bird and we ate it in honor of Ilo. Listen in and find out why. We ate the whole chicken.

Jeff and I also spent a long time cataloging all of our past episodes. We are trying to keep better records. We feel like TAIT is a musical artifact, so we are trying to keep the archives accurate and complete. At some point, we hope to archive every episode online to allow you all to listen for free to any show. After all, TAIT is a global entertainment solution for a changing world.

Please let me know what you think. I am very honored to have you as listeners. One Love.

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

TAIT #177 with Cesária Évora


The Cesária Évora special

Cesária Évora , "the barefoot diva" is an internationally famous singer of Morna. For those of you unfamiliar with morna, it is a genre of music and dance from Cape Verde. The Cape Verde is an island nation found off of the Western Coast of Africa.Cape Verdean music incorporates Portugese, Caribbean, African and Brazilian influences. Morna is the national music of Cape Verde. The history of Morna goes all the way back to the 18th century and is typically sung in Cape Verdean Creole.

Many of you listeners have become familiar with a rising star named Ilo Ferreira also hailing from Cape Verde. Ilo was discovered in part because of Cesária Évora. Singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett and friends had been exploring the incredible music scene in the African country of Mali. On the way back home they wanted to meet the legendary Cesária Évora. After being welcome in Évora's home, she never came downstairs to meet the group, so instead they decided to scout for local music. It was here Jimmy Buffett met Ilo Ferreira.

This vantage point of our travel on the songlines is with Cesária Évora, the most famous singer of Morna. Along with enchanting music from far sides of the world as well as some songs you may know by heart, with the help of her translator, we will hear the story of Cesária Évora, loved in France, Turkey, the United States, parts of the Caribbean and throughout the world.

Listen on SandBar Radio
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Tuesday - 8:00 PM - July 28, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - July 31, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - August 2, 2009

Listen on Radio JimmyDreamz
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Wednesday - 9:00 AM - July 29, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - July 30, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - August 1, 2009
(Note all times listed are Eastern)

TAIT #176 with John Goodwin unplugged

"The Love Dude" with our special guest John Goodwin
Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike
(Special thanks to Henry H. Jordan III and David Brainard for additional recording and engineering)

"Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time."
-Thomas Merton in 'No Man Is an Island'

Our special guest John Goodwin is a man who breathes and lives his art. His creativity is evident in his many intense paintings and photography. However, John Goodwin is most known for the words and melodies that blend to make his incredible songs. John Goodwin's songs tell the truth about the inlets of EVERY human heart. To quote one of his songs "we may live in different houses, but it's all the same home." Goodwin is working on a solo acoustic and vocal album, and his most recent album "Nashville," has gained great acclaim. Celebrated actor Jeff Bridges called Goodwin's work "filled with hope, longing, love and laughs" and goes on to describe him as "an artist filled with insight, poetry and soul." Wendy Wilson of the pop trio "Wilson Phillips" describes Goodwin as an artist who "poignantly and poetically reveals the truth about human nature." Lastly, Grammy award-winning blue eyed soul singer Michael McDonald said "John Goodwin is one of the most talented composers that I've had the pleasure of working with."

As the host of this program, I frequently am asked, "but what do you listen to?" John Goodwin is inevitably the first artist I list. John Goodwin joined us for a very honest interview and special acoustic performance recorded in the heart of Nashville. Goodwin brought his old guitar and some great stories and we managed to preserve a warm conversation and simple six-string music from an artist who means it. Listen in online from anywhere in the world and see why John Goodwin's songs have found their way in so many great movies--a testament to John's ability to take true human emotion and experience and turn it into music; and why John Goodwin has won the praise of some of the most endlessly creative artists of our time. The state of the artist is alive and well. The artist is John Goodwin. Listen.

Listen on SandBar Radio at http://www.sandbarradio.com
Tuesday - 8:00 PM - July 21, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - July 24, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - July 26, 2009

Listen on Radio JimmyDreamz at http://www.radio.jimmydreamz.com
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - July 22, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - July 23, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - July 25, 2009
(Note all times listed are Eastern)

TAIT #175 Tim Krekel Memorial (part two of two)

Tim Krekel Special

This is our memorial to Tim Krekel, whom we recently lost to cancer. Tim Krekel was a lifelong musician, born in 1950 in Louisville, Kentucky. A wonderful guitarist and a soulful singer, Tim Krekel was known for his warm smile and incredible songs. Tim enjoyed living and in his last days was heard describing his experiences as "A most wonderful life." He certainly had great stories of a long musical career that spanned the globe and included being a member of Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band on two occasions and penning hit chart-topping songs for artists like Martina McBride, Patty Loveless and Crystal Gayle. His wonderful songs drew attention from people like Rick Nelson, Jerry Reed and many other musical legends. Tim cut eight albums of his own.

The interview we are going to play for you has never been heard until now. We play it in memory of Tim Krekel. It was recorded on July 19, 2008.

Listen on SandBar Radio at http://www.sandbarradio.com
Tuesday - 8:00 PM - July 14, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - July 17, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - July 19, 2009
Listen on Radio JimmyDreamz at http://www.radio.jimmydreamz.com
Monday - 3:00 PM - July 13, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - July 15, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - July 16, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - July 18, 2009 (Note all times listed are Eastern)

TAIT #174 Tim Krekel Memorial (part one of two)

Tim Krekel Special

Tim Krekel was a guitarist, singer and songwriter. Tim was born in Louisville, Kentucky on October 10, 1950. He lived in New York City and Nashville, Tennessee, but the love for his hometown brought him back to Louisville. Tim passed away on June 24, 2009.

He had 8 solo albums to his credit, and many of his songs were very successful in the hands of artists ranging from Crystal Gayle, Alan Jackson, Martina McBride, Delbert McClinton and others. Tim Krekel was very respected as a guitar player and his skills at the instrument won him the praise of Rolling Stone magazine. Tim Krekel was a musician his entire life. He began his professional career playing guitar for 35 cents at 13 years old. Tim Krekel was a member of Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band, played guitar on the Son of a Son of a Sailor album and co-wrote two songs with Buffett.

Everyone agreed that in addition to his incredible talent, what gave Krekel so many friends was his loving personality. You get a strong sense of his kind spirit in this interview, recorded July 19, 2008 in Roswell, Georgia. We invite you to listen in to hear Tim's music and words. We invite you to listen in online from anywhere in the world.

Listen on SandBar Radio at http://www.sandbarradio.com
Tuesday - 8:00 PM - July 7, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - July 10, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - July 12, 2009
Listen on Radio JimmyDreamz at http://www.radio.jimmydreamz.com
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - July 8, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - July 9, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - July 11, 2009 (Note all times listed are Eastern)

TAIT #173 with Dave Brogan of ALO

THE DAVE BROGAN SPECIAL

Our special guest Dave Brogan was born in Fresno, California. He ended up in the band Animal Liberation Orchestra (ALO) where he plays the drums, writes songs and sometimes sings. He started recording his solo album in January of 2008. Dave Brogan describes himself as "a guy from the rural suburbs that learned Okie folk songs from his grandpa and rocked the 'quads' in high school drum line, went and got a music degree in college and spent the rest of his life trying to write a good song."
Dave joins us not only to talk about his band ALO, but also his very eclectic solo album "Thunderbird Sun Transformation," with songs songs ranging from arena rock-pop to ethereal, soft folk to hypnotic, psychedelic jams. Listen in from anywhere in the world!
Listen on SandBar Radio at http://www.sandbarradio.com
Tuesday - 8:00 PM - June 30, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - July 3, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - July 5, 2009

Listen on Radio JimmyDreamz at http://www.radio.jimmydreamz.com
Monday - 3:00 PM - June 29, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - July 1, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - July 2, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - July 4, 2009 (Note all times listed are Eastern Time)

TAIT #172 with Neil Halstead

The Neil Halstead Special
On this episode of Time After Island Time we meet a singer-songwriter from an island lying northwest of continental Europe. His name is Neil Halstead and Time Out (UK) called Halstead "one of Britain's greatest songwriters." NME said "the man is a legend." Towards the end of the 90's Neil started a band called Slowdive, after that band parted ways, he formed the band Mojave 3, at the heart of both of these bands was Neil Halstead a singer, songwriter and instrumentalist we feel very pleased to welcome as our special guest. Halstead decided to branch out on his own and record a solo album released on Brushfire Records entitled “Oh! Mighty Engine!” which will be the focus of this episode.
Neil Halstead’s album was recorded both in Los Angeles, California and in his hometown of Cornwall, England. According to Emmett Malloy, co-founder of Brushfire Records, “He surfed in the mornings and drank beer and recorded with various friends in the evening.” Malloy went on to say, “Neil is an old soul and his newest solo record is exactly who he is. Welcoming, warm, clever and kind.”
Listen on SandBar Radio http://www.sandbarradio.com
Tuesday - 8:00 PM - June 23, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - June 26, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - June 28, 2009
Listen on Radio JimmyDreamz http://www.radiojimmydreamz.com
Monday - 3:00 PM - June 22, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - June 24, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - June 25, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - June 27, 2009 (Note all times listed are Eastern Time)


Visit http://www.taitshow.com for more information http://www.brushfirerecords.com & http://www.neilhalstead.com

TAIT #171 with Money Mark

Money Mark Special
On this destination of the Brushfire Records songlines, we meet an artist whose songs reflect the depth of his musical background. His name is Money Mark, a keyboardist and vocalist who has played who has performed and recorded with musicians ranging from Yoko Ono, Jack Johnson, George Clinton, Jakob Dylan and the Wallflowers, and others. Money Mark's work is an example of his diversity. Although born in Detroit, Money Mark was born to a Japanese-Hawaiian father and a Chicano mother. Funk, jazz, hip-hop, folk, Afro-Cuban and Latin music can all be found in his one of a kind style. Money Mark joined us for an interview to talk about his latest album "Brand New by Tomorrow," before joining the Beastie Boys on stage. Listen to the music and the interview from anywhere in the world!

Listen on SandBar Radio http://www.sandbarradio.com
Tuesday - 8:00 PM - June 16, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - June 19, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - June 21, 2009
Listen on Radio JimmyDreamz http://www.radiojimmydreamz.com
Monday - 3:00 PM - June 15, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - June 17, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - June 18, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - June 20, 2009 (Note all times listed are Eastern Time)

TAIT #170 with Zee Avi

THE ZEE AVI SPECIAL
Aloha friends, this week on Time After Island Time we continue our travel on the Brushfire Records songlines with our special Zee Avi. Zee Avi is a very talented singer-songwriter, guitarist and ukulele player. Zee is from Malaysia and began to gain recognition and fans by posting videos of her performances on YouTube. Patrick Keeler, drummer for the Raconteurs saw one of her videos and soon she was in Los Angeles, California recording her brand new self-titled debut album. Zee Avi was signed to Jack Johnson and Emmett Malloy's Brushfire Records. On May 19th, 2009; the debut of her album, Zee was featured on the homepage of YouTube.com. Her album is becoming popular on iTunes and one track, "Monte," was featured on the second season finale of the TV series "Private Practice." Zee Avi is currently touring the United States gaining fans of all ages and backgrounds. Join us for an honest down-to-earth talk with Zee Avi and some of the best music around. Listen in from anywhere in the world!
For more information visit http://www.taitshow.com and http://www.zeeavi.com

Listen on SandBar Radio http://www.SandbarRadio.com
Tuesday - 8:00 PM - June 9, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - June 12, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - June 14, 2009
Listen on Radio JimmyDreamz http://www.radio.jimmydreamz.com
Monday - 3:00 PM - June 8, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - June 10, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - June 11, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - June 13, 2009

TAIT #169-Money Mark

I got to meet Mason Jennings and record this great interview with him as we sat on the street outside of the 40 Watt Club in Athens, Georgia. Listen in! Here is the info--

As we travel on the songlines that only dreamers see, we welcome a singer-songwriter with a remarkable ability to write with literary, historical and spiritual themes. Born in Hawaii, Mason Jennings began to gain acclaim for his music in his adopted Minneapolis. He was hand-picked by music supervisor Randall Poster to perform two Dylan songs, “The Times They Are a-Changin’” and “The Lonesome Death of Hattie Carroll,” in Todd Haynes’ acclaimed film I’m Not There. His music has moved people of all ages and walks of life. He joins us to talk about "In the Ever," his latest release on his friend Jack Johnson's Brushfire Records. The interview he gave was as honest and sincere as his songs are. Join us for music and the truth du jour.
Listen on SandBar Radio http://www.SandbarRadio.com
Tuesday - 8:00 PM - June 2, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - June 5, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - June 7, 2009
Listen on Radio JimmyDreamz http://www.radio.jimmydreamz.com
Monday - 3:00 PM - June 1, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - June 3, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - June 4, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - June 6, 2009

Jake Shimabukuro Unplugged part 1 & 2

After Jake played George Harrison's "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" on his ukulele on Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Conan got out of his chair and said it was one of the best things he had ever seen in the history of his show.

Jake has been making a name for himself--appearing in front of audiences in America and Japan of up to 50,000 people. The stunning video of Jake performing While My Guitar Gently Weeps has an incredible 3 million PLUS views on YouTube. He is amazing! Needless to say I am a fan. I found myself sitting on the couch at the Four Season's hotel in Buckhead talking in great detail to Jake. He's a terrific guy and gave the most in-depth interview I have ever heard him do. It was very intimate. Then he took out his instrument and performed a little concert just for me. It was very moving...

But upon reflection...it's so much more than that. Through the powers of the show I was able to record and share with you all. It wasn't just for me, it's for anyone who wants to listen in. I hope you enjoy...wherever you are in the world.

JAKE SHIMABUKURO UNPLUGGED
Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike

Joining us this week on Time After Island Time is renowned ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro. In celebration of the release of his new album “Jake Shimabukuro Live“, Jake joins us (recorded in Atlanta) to play a few unplugged songs and for an intimate and incredibly in-depth conversation about his life and love for the ukulele.

PART ONE
Listen on SandBar Radio at
http://www.SandbarRadio.com
Tuesday - 8:00 PM - May 19, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - May 22, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - May 24, 2009

Listen on Radio JimmyDreamz at
http://www.radio.jimmydreamz.com
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - May 20, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - May 21, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - May 23, 2009

PART TWO
Listen on SandBar Radio at
http://www.SandbarRadio.com
Tuesday - 8:00 PM - May 26, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - May 29, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - May 31, 2009

Listen on Radio JimmyDreamz at
http://www.radio.jimmydreamz.com
Monday - 3:00 PM - May 25, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - May 27, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - May 28, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - May 30, 2009

Listen in from anywhere in the world, but listed broadcasts are Eastern Time (ET). For more information visit our new website at http://www.taitshow.com

Thursday, June 4, 2009

Lately on TAIT

#167- Jake Shimabukuro
#168- Jake Shimabukuro
#169- Mason Jennings
#170- Zee Avi
#171- Money Mark
#172- Neil Halstead
#173- Dave Brogan of ALO
#174- Tim Krekel
#175- Tim Krekel
#176- John Goodwin
#177- Cesaria Evora

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Captain Tony author Brad Manard is a special guest on Time After Island Time


Author Brad Manard shown at a book signing with Captain Tony Tarracino.
Time After Island Time welcomes Brad Manard, author of Life Lessons of a Legend, a book about the late Captain Tony Tarracino. Broadcasting on Radio JimmyDreamz and SandBar Radio.
Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike
Our special guest on this episode of Time After Island Time is an author in addition to being a musician. His name is Brad Manard and along with Captain Tony Tarracino he penned the book Life Lessons of a Legend, which is the story of Captain Tony sometimes known as the Salt of Key West. So what was it that made Captain Tony so special? What did he do? I think an easier question would be what did Captain Tony not do. As a young man he was a gambler who fled to New Jersey from the Mob. In his life he was a fishing and charter boat captain in Key West. He owned Captain Tony’s Saloon located on Greene Street in Key West—the oldest bar in Florida. His best friends included Tennessee William, Truman Capote, Shel Silverstein and Mel Fisher…just to name a few. The 1970s movie Cuba Crossing was made about his trip to Cuba to transport government assassins. Captain Tony was the surrogate father of singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett and the inspiration behind his classic song “Last Mango in Paris.” Captain Tony was elected mayor of Key West in 1989 at 73 years old. Captain Tony was also a very prolific man. He fathered 13 children with 50 years separating the oldest and youngest child. Most importantly I believe Captain Tony was a storyteller. Perhaps one of the best and everyone who met him loved him. This episode of Time After Island Time is about the book Life Lessons of a Legend, which is the Captain Tony story. The special guest Brad Manard was described by Captain Tony as the “Michelangelo of Keys literature.” In addition to telling you the story of the writing of this book, this episode is in memorial to Captain Tony Tarracino—a man who touched everyone who met him. Tony lived from August 10, 1916 to November 1, 2008. Let us never say Captain Tony was. Let us only say Captain Tony is…
Our lives change like the weather, but a legend never dies.

http://www.Radio.Jimmydreamz.com
Monday - 3:00 PM - May 11, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - May 13, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - May 14, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - May 16, 2009

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Tuesday - 8:00 PM - May 12, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - May 15, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - May 17, 2009

Sunday, April 26, 2009

William Buffett is a special guest on Time After Island Time


Internationally Renowned Painter William Buffett is a special guest on Time After Island Time

Our special guest William Buffett is an artist whose paintings of New Orleans Jazz musicians and tropical and coastal landscapes have been reproduced and made popular around the world. William Buffett was born in Lincoln, Nebraska in 1935 and graduated from the Art Center College of Design in Southern California. The shores of the Pacific Ocean with picturesque palm trees and glimpses of the sea have always dominated his artwork. He became interested in New Orleans Jazz in his youth and New Orleans jazz players went on to become a lasting subject in his paintings.

Along with plenty of music, it is our pleasure to feature an interview with William Buffett--an artistic genius with something to say. Looking at his paintings you can almost feel the breezes of the ocean or hear the sounds of the jazz bands down in New Orleans. Tune in for William Buffett's fascinating story and a diverse selection of music.

You Can Now Tune Into TAIT 7 Days A Week! *Eastern Standard Time*

Radio.Jimmydreamz.com
Monday - 3:00 PM - April 27, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - April 29, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - April 30, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - May 2, 2009

SandbarRadio.com
Tuesday - 8:00 PM - April 28, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - May 1, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - May 3, 2009



Time After Island Time Radio presents Special Guest Carol Shaughnessy

We welcome you to the second half of our interview with Key West writer and publicist Carol Shaughnessy. Carol Shaughnessy has dedicated her life to the promotion of her home, Key West. For the first three years of it's existence, Shaughnessy was the editor of The Coconut Telegraph, Jimmy Buffett's publication/catalogue which has been published for almost 25 years. She also served as Buffett's fan relations person, where she answered all of Buffett's correspondence. Carol Shaughnessy was also engaged to Key West legend Phil Clark, the man who inspired Jimmy Buffett's celebrated song "A Pirate Looks at Forty." With Lorian Hemingway, Carol Shaughnessy is co-director of the Lorian Hemingway Short Story Competition. Carol Shaughnessy continues to spread the fascinating stories of Key West and as a publicist she promotes the charm, wonder, people and incredible history of what makes Key West one of the most enchanting places on earth.

You Can Now Tune Into TAIT 7 Days A Week! *Eastern Standard Time*

Radio.Jimmydreamz.com
Monday - 3:00 PM - April 20, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - April 22, 2009
Thursday - 11:59 PM - April 23, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM - April 25, 2009

SandbarRadio.com
Tuesday - 8:00 PM - April 21, 2009
Friday - 8:00 PM - April 24, 2009
Sunday - 7:00 PM - April 26, 2009

Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Carol Shaughnessy is a special guest on Time After Island Time (part 1 of 2)


The Time After Island Time radio program proudly presents...
CAROL SHAUGHNESSY: A Key West Heart (part 1 of 2)

Produced by Paul Leslie & Jeff Pike

On this episode we welcome writer and publicist Carol Shaughnessy whose work has covered many facets of the tourism and entertainment world. Carol Shaughnessy has spent almost her entire life in Key West, Florida; a place she speaks of with warm reverence. Her life in the Keys has allowed her to meet many fascinating people--including the legendary Phil Clark, a man she loved and in his later years was engaged to. Phil Clark was the subject of what is perhaps one of Jimmy Buffett's most loved classic songs, "A Pirate Looks at Forty." Shaughnessy went on to work for Jimmy Buffett as the head of his mail-order business and fan-relations person, answering all correspondence from fans. She was the first editor of Jimmy Buffett's successful Coconut Telegraph publication, for the first three years of it's existence. Carol Shaughnessy has chosen the adventurous route in life, whether serving as a former director of Key West's Hemingway Days festivals, writing and recording the stories of so many fascinating residents of the Conch Republic or her current role as owner of the public relations firm Shaughnessy & Friends.

Along with some great music we will hear the story of Carol Shaughnessy, a woman with a Key West heart. She explains what she calls "the Margaritaville Mystique" as well as the Magic of Key West in what we feel is a truly beautiful story of someone who can truly say "I Have Found Me a Home." Tune into Time After Island Time from anywhere in the world via Radio JimmyDreamz at www.radio.jimmydreamz.com

Wednesday - 9:00 AM – April 8, 2009
Thursday - MIDNIGHT – April 9, 2009
Saturday – 8:00 PM – April 4, 2009
*All Broadcasts are Eastern Time*

Check out www.carolshaughnessy.com

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

THE MAGIC OF THE MUSIC: THE BIRTH OF A PARROT HEAD NATION (Part 4 of 4) - a Four-Part Series chronicling the history of the very first Jimmy Buffett fan club on the Time After Island Time program - Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike, Creative Consultant Monte Tolar
In this grand finale episode we explore the revival era of the Parrot Head Nation, 2004 to the present. Our special guest is Monte Tolar who has long been associated with the Atlanta Parrot Head Club. Monte authored the by-laws of Parrot Heads in Paradise and gave one of the most enthusiastic and insightful look into the Present and future of the Atlanta Parrot Head Club, and the meaning of it all.
Jimmy Buffett’s illustrious career as a recording artist, entertainer and writer only grows year after year. Since his #1 duet with Alan Jackson, “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” and a successful cross-over into country music, his following only increases and even spreads over into other mainstream artists. Parallel to Buffett’s career, the Parrot Head Fandom only increase in numbers and spread to more and more remote places of the world. Join us as we look back at the last five years of the Parrot Head Revival on Time After Island Time on Radio JimmyDreamz via http://www.radio.jimmydreamz.com
Monday - 3:00 PM – March 30, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM – April 1, 2009
Thursday - MIDNIGHT – April 2, 2009
Saturday –Before Live Broadcast – April 4, 2009
*All Broadcasts are Eastern Time*
A1A and Coral Reefer Nadirah Shakoor welcome you to Wild Bill’s concert venue http://www.wildbillsatlanta.com in Duluth, Georgia as we celebrate the 20-year history of the Atlanta Parrot Head Club http://www.atlantaparrotheadclub.org/party.htm

THE MAGIC OF THE MUSIC: Part 3 of 4

THE MAGIC OF THE MUSIC: THE BIRTH OF A PARROT HEAD NATION (Part 3 of 4)
A Four-Part Series on the Time After Island Time program
Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike, Creative Consultant Monte Tolar

On this four part series we are chronicling the history of the very first Jimmy Buffett fan club. The original club was established 20 years ago and called the Atlanta Parrot Head Club, which resulted in the birth of a Parrot Head Nation, an international network of Parrot Head Clubs with Buffett fans joining not only for recreation, but also to give back to their local communities, volunteer and raise money for charitable organizations.
On this episode, we will be exploring the third era—1999-2003, the formative years where the groundwork was laid for the current international Parrot Head movement. During this era, a new genre of music called “trop rock” was rising into the public consciousness. Inspired by not only the caribbean but also the work of Jimmy Buffett—artists like Jim Morris, Sunny Jim and St. Somewhere gained dedicated fans in large part due to the Parrot Head Nation and their gatherings called “Flockings.”
As the Parrot Head Nation continued to grow, Jimmy Buffett continued performing and recording and expanding his businesses with his own record label, Mailboat Records, more Margaritaville Cafes and stores and even an internet radio station.
The clubs that were formed over the previous era matured and grew and new clubs solidified around the world. The annual gathering of Parrot Heads known as Meeting of the Minds had moved from New Orleans to Key West and in 1999 attendance, fundraising, and community service hours reached an all-time high. As the Parrot Head madness continued flourishing and spreading, a craving for more flockings resulted in more regional events with names like Stars on the Water, Fins to the Left, Phlocking of the Phaithful, Stars Fell on Alabama and others. Back home in Atlanta, the Atlanta Parrot Head Club volunteers became a major factor in the success of the Atlanta 2-day Breast Cancer Walk, and an Atlanta Parrot Head cruise was established which continues to break records in attendance and raising money for Atlanta Breast Cancer Research. The Parrot Head nation was alive and well.
Our special guests on this episode of Time After Island Time are Wayne Myers longtime leader of the Atlanta Parrot Head Club and Brad Rogers, a longtime Atlanta Parrot Head Club member who has been described as the consummate Parrot Head, known for his entertainment of crowds both in the parking lot but also inside concert venues. We invite you to listen into the music and the stories from anywhere in the world on the Time After Island Time show on Radio JimmyDreamz at www.radio.jimmydreamz.com
Monday - 3:00 PM – March 23, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM – March 25, 2009
Thursday - MIDNIGHT – March 26, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM – March 28, 2009
*All Broadcasts are Eastern Time*

The zenith of this series as well as 20 years of Parrot Head Madness will be celebrated with music and festivities at Wild Bill's in Duluth, Georgia. The headline act is A1A with special guest Coral Reefer Nadirah Shakoor. www.atlantaparrotheadclub.org/party.htm and www.wildbillsatlanta.com The event benefits the Atlanta Food Bank.

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*

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

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

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

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

Saturday, February 21, 2009

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*

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

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

Monday, February 9, 2009

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

Sunday, February 1, 2009

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

Sunday, January 25, 2009

Eddy Davis is a special guest on Time After Island Time (part 3 of 3)

A series welcoming musicians from the Eddy Davis New Orleans Jazz Band featuring Woody Allen
Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike

For the very last episode in this series on the Eddy Davis New Orleans Jazz Band, we are pleased to present our interview with the Manhattan Minstrel, inductee of the National Four-String Banjo Hall of Fame, Musical Director of the Eddy Davis New Orleans Jazz Band featuring Woody Allen, the front man for the band Wild Reeds and Wicked Rhythm, the man behind New York Jazz Records--Musician, Singer, Producer and Composer--the Legendary Eddy Davis!

Join us as we travel on the songlines and bring a fascinating series to a close.

Monday - 3:00 PM – January 26, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM – January 28, 2008
Thursday - MIDNIGHT – January 29, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM – January 31, 2009
*All Broadcasts are Eastern Time*

For more information check out www.theeddydavis.com

Eddy Davis is a special guest on Time After Island Time (part 2 of 3)


A series welcoming musicians from the Eddy Davis New Orleans Jazz Band featuring Woody Allen
Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike

For the grand finale of this series, we welcome the legendary Eddy Davis, the Manhattan Minstrel, inductee of the National Four-String Banjo Hall of Fame and musical director of the Eddy Davis New Orleans Jazz Band featuring Woody Allen. Mr. Davis has been associated with filmmaker Woody Allen for decades, in performance and recording. In addition to performing live with Woody Allen, Mr. Davis's playing and material has appeared in many of his acclaimed movies.

Eddy Davis is a talented composer, performer, singer and musical director who has played in famed venues around Europe and America--including New York's Carnegie Hall, Paris' Olympia Theatre and London's Royal Festival Hall. He has recorded with artists ranging from Leon Redbone, Tom Waits to Benny Goodman and many others. He is also the driving force behind New York Jazz Records, a label preserving and perpetuating many styles of music much neglected by our mainstream media.

You will not hear music like this anywhere, and Eddy Davis makes for a fascinating interview!

Monday - 3:00 PM – January 19, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM – January 21, 2008
Thursday - MIDNIGHT – January 22, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM – January 24, 2009
*All Broadcasts are Eastern Time*

For more information check out www.theeddydavis.com

Sunday, January 11, 2009

Eddy Davis is a special guest on Time After Island Time (Part 1 of 3)


Left to right: Conal Fowkes, John Gill, Paul Leslie and the Eddy Davis.

A series welcoming musicians from the Eddy Davis New Orleans Jazz Band featuring Woody Allen
Produced by Paul Leslie and Jeff Pike

For the grand finale of this series, we welcome the legendary Eddy Davis, the Manhattan Minstrel, inductee of the National Four-String Banjo Hall of Fame and musical director of the Eddy Davis New Orleans Jazz Band featuring Woody Allen. Mr. Davis has been associated with filmmaker Woody Allen for decades, in performance, recording and his playing and material have appeared in many of Mr. Allen's movies.

Eddy Davis is a talented composer, performer, singer and musical director who has played in famed venues around Europe and America--including New York's Carnegy Hall, Paris' Olympia Theatre and London's Royal Festival Hall. He has recorded with artists ranging from Leon Redbone, Tom Waites, Benny Goodman and many others. He is the driving force behind New York Jazz Records, a label preserving and perpetuating many styles of music much neglected by our mainstream media.

You will not hear music like this anywhere, and Eddy Davis makes for a fascinating interview! Tune into Time After Island Time from anywhere in the world online via www.radio.jimmydreamz.com

Monday - 3:00 PM – January 12, 2009
Wednesday - 9:00 AM – January 14, 2008
Thursday - MIDNIGHT – January 15, 2009
Saturday - 8:00 PM – January 17, 2009
*All Broadcasts are Eastern Time*

For more information check out www.theeddydavis.com