The Real Line Man

The Real Line Man

Jimmy Webb is one of the most accomplished American composers of popular music whose many hits include “Galveston,” “Up, Up and Away” and “MacArthur Park.” His music is ingrained in the soundtrack of American pop culture and his songs are considered standards, having been covered by everyone from Frank Sinatra, Carly Simon and Joe...

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Cory Chisel: Dylan Born Again?

With comparisons abound, Cory Chisel sets the record straight. We recently caught up with the amazingly talented singer-songwriter backstage and though it was the last stop of a 10 week tour, it looks like this inspiring young artist is just getting warmed up. Hear how Cory Chisel is making a name for himself in...

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Elvis Costello: Elvis is in the Building – Part 2

On the second installment, the music man recalls the soundtrack of his early life as Declan MacManus and making the transition to the Elvis we know and love today. [display_podcast] Recommended: The Best of Elvis Costello-The First 10 Years My Aim Is True Spectacle Elvis Costello with… Season 1 Links: Elvis Costello Sundance Channel:...

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Elvis Costello: Elvis is in the Building – Part 1

I had the great privilege of interviewing Elvis Costello for a podcast series that I was producing for his record label. This was Elvis’ first podcast interview about his work and my first time meeting him. I was a little nervous but I had heard from colleagues that Elvis is a rare artist in...

So Very Sheik

So Very Sheik

What do ghosts, a lighthouse and the guy from 30 Rock have in common with Duncan Sheik’s recent concept album turned musical? Listen to the podcast below the Tony and Grammy winning singer-songwriter-composer uncovers the mystery and traces his steps from the glorious Spring Awakening to his most intriguing (and boomitude best of ’09)...