Inside MusiCast

When Marilyn Scott performed her first gig at the age of 15, little did she know that along the road of her career she'd be collaborating with some of the great jazz powerhouses. But it wasn't until years later in the Bay Area when Tower of Power's Emilio Castillo noticed her rich, sultry voice and decided to hire her to do backing vocals for the group. She never looked back. Since then, and several solo albums later, she is still in demand as a writer who has worked with the best - Spyro Gyra, The Yellowjackets, George Duke, Bob James, Jimmy Haslip and Russell Ferrante. Her most recent release, 2008s "Every Time We Say Goodbye", is a testament to her love of classic jazz. Recorded in New York City, the project has an intimate flair recorded with top NY jazzers. Inside MusiCast is pleased to welcome a perennial LA talent, Marilyn Scott.

Tom Snow has made an indelible impact as one of the most successful composers in modern popular music. He is a Grammy, Oscar, Golden Globe and Tony nominated writer whose music has been recorded by diverse artists such as Barbra Streisand, Linda Ronstadt, Ray Charles, Dolly Parton, Sergio Mendes, Bonnie Raitt, Peabo Bryson and many, many more. In addition to three albums he recorded as an artist, Tom Snow has mainly concentrated on his collaborations with many of the most respected songwriters and artists throughout the past several decades and his track record clearly speaks for itself. But before most of his songs could become hits, Tom had worked with extremely talented session singers in order to achieve the best quality demos to circulate. His latest project is one that is very near and dear to his heart. On the recently released, limited edition CD titled Original Demos, Tom has assembled twelve tracks from his archives featuring his recordings with the extraordinary session vocalist, the late, great Warren Wiebe. Inside Musicast is pleased to welcome Tom Snow.

How is it that a drummer for one of the most influential rock bands in history finds himself largely rejecting his pop music past to pursue a career as composer, authoring a prolific series of film scores, operas, and ballets? That's what happened with Stewart Copeland. From his founding of the Police with Sting and Henri Padovani, who was later replaced by Andy Summers, Copeland has enjoyed a career that has been injected with creativity, unpredictability and surprising opportunity. Along with his collaborations with artists such as Peter Gabriel, Roger Daltry, Mike Rutherford, Tom Waits, and Stanley Clarke and Deborah Holland of Animal Logic, today Copeland's open-minded approach keeps him constantly connected with new creative opportunities. His credits are too long to mention, and his position as one of the best musicians in the modern music era lives on. Inside MusiCast is pleased to welcome Stewart Copeland.

What do get when you place three incredibly experienced singer-songwriters who each have left huge marks on the music scene winning Grammys, are members of music halls of fame, have countless number one hits and are still hungry to create fresh, new music in a studio? You get Blue Sky Riders, a new crossover country-rock-pop vocal band that has exploded onto the music scene with a new album titled Finally Home. Singer-songwriters Georgia Middleman and Gary Burr have joined former Inside MusiCast guest Kenny Loggins to deliver a collection of well-crafted songs that will resemble a freshly repackaged vibe from the 70s and 80s. But don't second-guess Blue Sky Riders. Their songwriting prowess is an impressive collaboration. They all share lead and harmonic vocals and will leave you wanting more. Inside MusiCast welcomes Georgia Middleman, Gary Burr and Kenny Loggins Blue Sky Riders.

As an assistant engineer at Abbey Road Studios in the late 60s, a young Alan Parsons was just beginning his journey into a successful career in music that has spanned several decades as an engineer, producer, musician, educator and actor. His story and his work have been heralded by industry peers, as well as his fans. From lending his engineering talents to projects with the Beatles, the Hollies, Paul McCartney, not to mention his contributions to Pink Floyds The Dark Side Of The Moon, to his role as a producer with acts such as Pilot, Al Stewart and Ambrosia, to his work with Eric Woolfson in the Alan Parsons Project, Alan Parsons has undoubtedly delivered a legendary career in the music industry. Inside MusiCast is pleased to welcome Alan Parsons.

Sometimes in life, all it takes is one connection to set things in motion. For Jeff Pevar, it was a connection to Rickie Lee Jones by his good friend, Michael Ruff that was a turning point in his career as a musician. Jeff toured extensively with Rickie, but this exposure helped open the doors to other connections. Since that time, Jeff has gone on to perform and record with an amazing array of artists, such as Ray Charles, Crosby, Stills and Nash, James Taylor, Marc Cohn, Kenny Loggins, Carly Simon, Phil Collins and Dr. John, to name a few. Fast forward through his busy career and you might find it surprising that this incredibly talented multi-instrumentalist never released a solo album until now. The recently released, debut solo album From The Core is a unique project that was originally not intended to be a solo release, rather music to support a PBS documentary called The Marble Halls of Oregon. Jeff recorded his tracks inside the Oregon Caves National Monument, and when the National Park Service heard his compositions, they encouraged Jeff to release it as a solo album. Inside MusiCast is pleased to welcome Jeff Pevar.

Let's start with some well-known facts. Our guest today was a member of one of the most influential rock groups of our time. Their Greatest Hits compilation sold over 29 million copies in the US alone. But, when Don Felder joined the Eagles in 1974, he added that special "something" with his vocals and guitar playing that added a rock edge and would help create the unmistakable Eagles' sound. He co-wrote the mesmerizing "Hotel California" and several other classic hits that continue to be played daily throughout the world. He's a guitarist who knows his craft and has also played with other legendary artists such as The Bee Gees, Bob Seger, Michael Jackson, Boz Scaggs, Stevie Nicks, Elton John, just to name a few. Life after the Eagles has not stopped Felder from continuing to create and deliver the music that is within him. His new solo album, Road To Forever, is a musical product that began with his best-selling book about his life with the Eagles. His journey has culminated with a wonderful collection of richly composed and arranged tracks for this, his first solo album in nearly 30 years. Inside MusiCast welcomes, Don Felder.

Growing-up in New York City in a musical environment that included a father that was a professional bassist, along with a mother and sister who made careers as vocalists, Michael Leonhart seemed destined to find his own path into the world music. Having studied a variety of instruments as a young child, Michael turned his attention to the trumpet when he was ten years old and never looked back. At only 38 years old, Michael has already established himself a first call studio and touring musician, producer and solo artist. Having performed with countless artists, including Michael McDonald, Boz Scaggs, Yoko Ono, David Byrne, James Brown, Ringo Starr, Eric Claption, Levon Helm, Phish, Steve Winwood, and so many others, not to mention what has turned out to be a sixteen year career with Steely Dan and Donald Fagen, its a wonder how hes managed to produce seven stellar solo projects. And top it off, he recently co-produced Donald Fagens Sunken Condos. Inside MusiCast is please to welcome Michael Leonhart.

If youve seen Boz Scaggs, Michael McDonald and even Steely Dan in concert at some point over the past twenty years, chances are youve witnessed guitarist Drew Zingg. Born and raised in New York City, Zingg earned his reputation as a guitarist that knows no boundaries when it comes to musical styles. Having spent nearly ten years in the New York club scene, backing artists such as Shawn Colvin and Lucy Kaplansky, as well as lending his talents to jingles, Broadway productions and session work, Drew found himself along side Donald Fagen and Walter Becker, touring with the New York Rock and Soul Revue. This opened the door for Drew, who eventually spent two years as Steely Dans guitarist and music director and has toured with Boz Scaggs since 1996. On November 1, Drew is set to release his debut, self-titled solo album that contains original material, as well as a few covers with unique arrangements and were recorded and produced by Drews long-time friend, George Petit. Inside MusiCast is pleased to welcome, Drew Zingg.

When you're a trumpet player for a drum and bugle corp, it can only mean one thingthat you're one serious horn player. That's where Jimmy Haslip's musical journey begins. But it doesn't end there. You see, his musical world was turned upside down at a live performance at a school dance where he witnessed the playing of an electric bass guitar for the very first time. Fast forward to LA where a young Jimmy Haslip is studying with his new teacher, Jaco Pastorius. As you might guess, success feeds success, as Jimmy's talents are honed and perfected. His career is elevated when he crosses paths with Russ Ferrante and Ricky Lawson to record on Robben Ford's first solo project in 1978. It is this collaboration that would lead to the creation of the legendary Yellowjackets. With a career spanning more than 30 years, Haslip's discography and production credits are deep with amazing collaborations. Inside MusiCast welcomes a transplanted New Yorker and Long island native, Jimmy Haslip.