Today’s guest is songwriter Eric Arjes. Back when he was 13, Eric got started on his songwriting path armed with 4-track recording software and a computer mic. As he grew in his craft, he began working with some of music’s top songwriters. And, since then, has had songs cut by the Newsboys, Grammy-winning band Reik, and, […]

I love playing with Loren “Snoopy” Clark. Whether it’s Jazz, Rock, or Pop, he knows the role of the bass and sets a rock-solid foundation that the rest of the band can build on. He plays what the song calls for and makes it “feel right.” And, his stage presence excites audiences world-wide. Snoopy has also […]

Stephen Hodge and I met in a Nashville church years ago. We’d often play in a worship band together and I was immediately struck by his great guitar tone and placement. Fast forward to 2014. I finally had to reassess the guitar effects pedalboard that I had. It was big, heavy, and I got to the […]

David Browning is a Nashville producer, programmer, keyboardist, and songwriter whose credits include Katy Perry, Amy Grant, CeCe Winans, Katherine Hughes, Natalie Grant, Avalon, Hollywood Heroes & many more. David is awesome at what he does and his solid character and positive, joyful attitude make it a real pleasure to work with him! The show notes below are full of links […]

Michael Whittaker is an immensely talented keyboardist and composer for TV and film. His works have been heard on NFL on Fox, American Idol, MTV The Real World, America’s Most Wanted, Disney Family Movies Channel, and many, many more. Today, Michael is going to share a bit about his film scoring course that starts June 2nd. Film scoring […]

I’m so excited to have “Career Guitarist” Michael “Nomad” Ripoll on the show for a second time! The info he gave in the first interview was so great, I had to have him on again! Today’s topic is DIVERSIFICATION. Let’s face it. It’s tough to make it in the music industry. So how do people […]

I’m supercharged to have keyboardist, music director, songwriter, arranger, teacher, producer, and my good friend, Maestro Lightford on today’s podcast! When I think of Melvin “Maestro” Lightford, I think of big hair, a big smile, and a big heart. I’ve known Maestro for over a decade and I know that every time I’m on one of his […]

Mike Hicks continues to amaze me with not only his talent, but his heart to help those around him. He’s always there for people without expecting anything in return. His musical gifts have made it possible to work with Grammy winners Tommy Sims, Keb Mo, and many other fantastic artists. Subscribe via iTunes or Stitcher. IN THIS EPISODE, […]

Tyrone Jackson is a guitarist and producer who’s incredible musical feel has enabled him to play with CeCe Winans, Fred Hammond, Donnie McClurkin, Lalah Hathaway, Chante Moore, Maysa from Incognito, Kurt Carr, Andrae Crouch, Jonathan Nelson, William McDowell, and many more. Subscribe via iTunes or Stitcher. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR TYRONE SHARE ABOUT The gear he uses to […]

Marcus Finnie is one of the most studious and prepared drummers I know. His incredible feel and talent has enabled him to play for such artists as BeBe and CeCe Winans, Kirk Whalum, Rachel Lampa, Michael McDonald, Larry Carlton, Donna Summer, Billy Preston, India Arie, Aaron Neville, Lady Antebellum, and many more. Subscribe via iTunes or Stitcher. IN […]