Bill Murphy Show

MOBSTERS AND MEATBALLS – The most notorious FBI informant in the history of the mafia joins me to share some stories about Goodfellas, the Oscar winning film based on his life, some candid life lessons about his sordid past, and upcoming dinner plans in Boca this May.  We cover the mysterious Witness Protection Program and Henry’s earliest mob memories. “Mobsters And Meatballs” is May 7th and 8th in Boca at Sapori Ristorante. Learn all about it and make a reservation online at mobstersandmeatballs.com

He has one fascinating Wikipedia entry, too!

MUSIC FRIDAY – Kelsie (L) and Kimberly (R) stop by the studio to perform and celebrate their recently announced label signing! They’ve already begun work on their first major release of cleverly constructed, smooth sounding tunes. You’ll hear two of their songs performed live here and stories about their first songs and the events that led up to the formation of this refreshing new musical act that is making South Florida proud! Here are some links while you listen: Baron Sisters fb fan page, Baron Sisters site Unison Music website

ART/SPORTS – Skip Rooney, the owner of the Golf Art gallery and online store chats about golf’s natural association with breathtaking photography and landscapes, Tiger Woods’ worth in the collecting world, the popularity of the sport, being in business for yourself and much more! Pictured here with the great Hank Haney, Skip’s business keeps him near golf’s great courses and big names! Dress up your home or office with some prestigious golf memorabilia! While you listen, browse the pieces online at golf-art.com

PHOTOGRAPHY – He’s had a camera in his hand since high school. His attention to detail and early practice days have led to the release of numerous iconic coffetable photography books, work detail in war zones, at political rallies, on crime-filled streets and along Superbowl sidelines! Marc gets into what really makes a good action shot and debates with me about how much luck is involved.

Photogs both pro and amateur will enjoy learning some details about Marc’s technique and gear! Browse his sports books  at Amazon.com – stop by his LoveHome Productions website to see what he’s up to now – and see more of his spectacular work at marcserota.com

MUSIC FRIDAY – Using facebook to promote, sleeping in his gear-filled car, booking his own shows and playing hundreds of free gigs to all ages in coffee houses and bookstores, Fox has a musical message of hope and peace that is a true labor of love! Hear his songs, details about his South Florida shows this weekend (3/25) and find out how he’s doing …three albums and over a hundred thousand followers later! ‘Like’ him on facebook or visit his website www.elipsus.net for more show dates.

MUSIC FRIDAY – One of the golden throated singers from the spectacular Trans-Siberian Orchestra show talks by phone from Brooklyn about his recent labour of love CD, “Tribute” which shows off his soulful powerful pipes and we listen to two of the tracks. We also get into the Nashville music scene, American Idol, new technology, old-school recording gear and back pain. Look for James when TSO hits your town this fall. Friend him on facebook and pick up Tribute on CD by visiting his website:

JamesLewisMusicShop.com

MUSIC FRIDAY – Enjoy the unique sound of this New England-based alternative melodic string-rock quintet. I actually just made up that classification but it fits! Airy cello and violin lines meet tight harmonies and “rootsy” acoustic rhythm when these guys get going! Cellist/guitarist/vocalist Harris Paseltiner chats by phone from the road, where Darlingside has spent the bulk of 2010 and 2011 spreading the vibe organically and independently! Recent winners at PickTheBand.com, they’ll be on SXSW’s Stage on Sixth later this month!

Band Website On Facebook PickTheBand

MUSIC FRIDAY – In anticipation of “Everything Is Beautiful”, coming this Spring, we take a listen to two tracks in advance and hear the stories behind them direct from singer/pianist/songwriter Robert Goodman. We touch on his earliest influences, the various genres of music, writing about cultural and political issues, being “old-school”, the return of the guitar solo and much more! Catch the Robert Goodman Band live at any of their upcoming South Florida shows. Find dates and more info at robertgoodmanband.com

MUSIC FRIDAY – It’s a “live in the studio” Music Friday with this crunchy Miami-based alternative rock band. James, Kenny and Giann sit down and give us an exclusive stripped-down version of “Thirty Six” and we listen to a couple of tracks from the Tomorrow Awaits EP! Look for them to showcase at a future Original Music Night at LuLu’s in April. Visit them online at: www.daybreakembrace.com

MUSIC BUSINESS – Roie’s Pick The Band internet independent music playground is helping to reinvent the way the industry works. PTB is truly run by the fans for the fans! Three years later, Roie looks back on some of the label’s contest winners so far and plays us a couple of his favorites! Visit PickTheBand.com. Get your band involved in the contests and get your votes involved in the decisions! Listen to the label’s new Live365 streaming playlist!

PickTheBand.com website

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