Come to Where I'm From

This week's Episode is with Pat McGee of The Pat McGee Band! We discuss the new Pat McGee Band album, starting in Virginia, moving to Rhode Island, his two festivals; Down The Hatch and Ocean State Of Mind, touring over the years, supporting up and coming bands back in the day like Train, Zac Brown Band and Matt Nathanson over the years and that one time he assembled a bunch of musical legends to join him in the studio: Russ Kunkel, Leland Sklar, Waddy Wachtel, Danny Kortchmar, and Jeff Pevar... Enjoy!

The legendary Vernon Reid came on the podcast yesterday (or actually we came and interviewed him at The Met in NYC) not only is Vernon one of the greatest guitarists of all time but he is a total original in the way that he thinks and expresses himself in a variety of topics regarding culture and beyond. I love following him on twitter and seeing his exchange with the people who follow him. Vernon was actually the first guest we tried to get on the podcast. I met Vernon when I first got signed to Real World back in the mid 90’s. He was there at the beginning of my recording career and so I wanted him to be at the beginning of this podcasting venture as well. We talked about everything. Freedom of speech, the joker, guitar pedals, blue tooth headphones, getting chipped, Jaco, Basquiat, New York in the 80’s ,The Black Rock Coalition and of course Living Colour, his seminal band that exploded on the scene in the late 80’s. Look forward to this one. In my opinion Vernon is a genius. And the way he expresses himself is like his guitar playing. A very interesting ride. Episode coming mid September #podcast #cometowhereimfrom #vernonreid #livingcolour #josepharthur

Josh Radnor came on the podcast yesterday and went down some incredible rabbit holes concerning psychedelics, meditation, fighting in Ohio, Al Pacino, shaman, healers and how to become and maintain your light in this world. From being on a massive cultural shifting television show (How I Met Your Mother) to being a tireless creative unafraid to explore new realms outside of his comfort zone. His work as a budding songwriter/guitarist with Radnor & Lee (his project with Ben Lee) to writing and directing two films and also working on Broadway. There was much to cover and we covered it all. Looking forward to this episode coming 9/16 #podcast #cometowhereimfrom #joshradnor

Ninet Tayeb came on the podcast today and the conversation was flowing really well about her wild musical journey starting on Israeli Idol where she became an overnight superstar and how that led to the discovery of her authentic voice (and the subsequent fall out that that created) And then it came around to PTSD and I brought up Ho’oponopono and that’s when the conversation really took off as we discovered that each of us were practitioners of this incredible mantra. The result was so fun, inspiring and enlightening. Can’t wait for y’all to hear it! Looking forward to this episode dropping in mid September. Ps Remember tomorrow is Ho’oponopono Friday! Join us on the spirit network 5pm eastern. Ho’oponopono meditation (ten minutes or more) Raise the vibration! I love you. I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you.

Spencer Tunik came on the podcast. We talked about his outstanding photography and skill and with putting together phenomenal groups of human beings in the nude. The trials and tribulations of such endeavors, and the fall out that comes along with the loosening of the restrictions of expression that comes in the wake of his projects. His death threats and subsequent man of the year award in Chile, amongst many other stories from his fascinating journey. #podcast #spencertunick #cometowhereimfrom

Adam Green came on the podcast today and we talked about his epic film/album Aladdin, (available for free on YouTube!) and then I got to follow his mind across a spectrum of ideas poetically expressed. Hard to explain without sounding overly effusive but he is fun as hell to listen to and communicate with. His new album (Engine Of Paradise) /graphic novel (War And Paradise) dropping is 9/6 along with this episode of The Come To Where I’m From Podcast. Check it out!! #podcast #adamgreen #cometowhereimfrom #josepharthur

Had an amazing conversation with Philippe Petit about faith, discipline, rebelliousness and inspiration. Keeping enthusiasm and invention blooming through out an artistic life. His routine that keeps his vision focused and his dedication to sharing what he’s learned by writing many books and leading by example. So much to be gained here. Enjoy! #podcast #philippepetit #cometowhereimfrom

We also had my friend Morgan James on to talk about her journey from Idaho to Juilliard to Broadway to achieving a thriving touring career and success as an independent musician blowing up with covers and now recording her own music in Memphis on tape and in the style of past heroes while bringing her own unique style to it all. She’s a brilliant singer and was a great guest. Check it out last week of August! Thanks for coming on Morgan! #podcast #cometowhereimfrom #morganjames #josepharthur

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David Broza came on the Come To Where I’m From podcast today. Man what an episode! Talk about inspiring us towards purpose driven motivation and using your gifts to give back and inspire others. This guy does that in spades. From his work with Steve Earle (East Jerusalem/West Jerusalem) to being on the frontlines playing for troops. To adopting a shoebox full of Townes Van Zandt poems into songs after Townes requested that they goto him upon meeting him once. He also has an initiative to teach underprivileged kids guitar called ‘One Million Guitars’ A fascinating story and brilliant guitar player. Look for this episode soon! #podcast #cometowhereimfrom #davidbroza #josepharthur