By David Ledbetter Jr.
Shadows in the Limelight is an uplifting podcast that brings attention to those in the entertainment industry who deserve it. We strive to promote the latest content from our friends in the enterta
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Casandra Carson stops by on a tour stop to discuss her latest endeavor, Casandra’s Crossing. This is an album that she released on the day the show was recorded with George Lynch. This is a fantastic new album that compliments the work she does with Paralandra very well. Check out the music she has out, catch her on the road, and support musicians by checking out their store with the links below:
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Paralandra Bio:
Paralandra hails from Springfield, Missouri, and formed in the summer of 2013 when Casandra Carson and her dad, Paul Carson, began writing songs together to play a one-time event at their local county 4th of July celebration. The response was so positive, and they enjoyed it so much, they decided to continue booking shows and writing songs. They recorded and released a homemade CD titled Rise Up; which sold over 1,000 copies at local shows. Shortly after, friend and local musician, Sawyer Rikard, joined the band on bass guitar in 2015, bringing their stage sound and performance to another level. In March of 2016, they released a follow-up EP, All Fall Down, which debuted #1 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. They soon began touring and being invited to festivals such as Rocklahoma, SXSW, Rockfest, Dirtfest, Loud in Lima, etc.
In 2018, they joined forces with Legend Recordings, and released another EP, Ascension, which became their biggest release yet with singles “Back to Life” and “Killer Queen” landing on the radio. Shortly after, they added local powerhouse drummer (and childhood friend of Sawyer), Dakota Watson, to form the rhythm section Casandra, Paul, and Sawyer had always dreamed of. In 2019, they recorded standalone single “Love Will Win” with producer/videographer, Jake Jones, which gained even more radio play, and placed them on numerous national tours; supporting artists such as Tantric, Saliva, Yngwie Malmsteen, Dokken, and being added to the KISS Kruise and NAMM Show.
The band continued to write, record, livestream, and perform wherever they could during the 2020 pandemic, and only continued to gain traction and fans from all over the world. Reaching out on a whim, they won over the attention of renowned producer/songwriter, Elvis Baskette, and shortly thereafter, entered the studio to record their first professionally made, full length album, Street Magic, in 2021. This release proved to be a monumental success, skyrocketing their audience with over 5 million views and streams across all platforms. Radio singles from this release alone include “For the Record”, “Despicable”, “Repeat Offender”, “Can’t Quench the Fire”, and “Only Human”.
Paralandra has since toured the country on multiple headlining runs, and is constantly supporting iconic bands such as Warrant, Lita Ford, Firehouse, Last in Line, and countless others with no end in sight. They reentered the studio with Elvis Baskette in 2023 and recorded their 2nd studio album, which is due April 4, 2024. They plan for this release to be just as big, if not bigger than the last, as they continue to record,
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Allie Colleen is back on the show to discuss a number of new exciting things in her career! We discuss the latest work with Lee Brice and how she surpassed 1,000,000 streams on Spotify alone with her single, Halos and Horns. We discuss how she got the opportunity to have a spot on the upcoming leg of the Jelly Roll tour. Check Allie out below:
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There is a new host on the show today! Listen and find out who it is.
Greg and Ryan are back on the podcast to discuss their beginnings all the way to present day with the recent release of the Atomic Kings self-titled album on vinyl. Get this vinyl album while you can. The Atomic Kings consists of four Phoenix area residents who can create a sound that will send you back in time.
Check out the album here:
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Gunnar and Kevin are back for the third time to talk about their latest work, The Music Room Sessions, Volume 3. Volume 1 and 2 were both great albums and do not disappoint. Click the links below to listen to their albums and see an upcoming show!
Music Room Volume III: Click Here
Music Room Volume II: Click Here
Music Room Volume I: Click Here
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Ben Hans stops by to discuss his latest book, Snare Drum 365: 52 Weeks of Daily Snare Drum Exercises. We discuss how he got into the music industry and has worked with many household names in the music business. Ben shares his relentless effort to pursue his career in the music industry. Click on the links below to catch Ben on tour with Trixter and get a copy of his latest book!
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Ben's Bio:
Ben Hans is a Nashville based musician and music instructor who keeps a busy performance schedule performing many genres of music. Ben performs as a freelance artist, who cut his teeth performing under the tutelage of Jazz Guitarist Jack Grassel and the late Swing Clarinetist Chuck Hedges.
Ben has shared the stage with a diverse list of artists such as singer/songwriter/composer and Grammy nominated C. F. Kip Winger, Eric Martin (of Mr. Big), Steve Brown and PJ Farley of Trixter, Anthony Corder (the voice of Tora Tora), Rock Vocalist Fiona Flanagan, Guitar virtuosos Reb Beach, John Roth, Jorge Salan and Donnie Wayne Smith, the late great Jazz Pianist Barry Harris, celebrated Saxophonists Eric Morones, Johnny Padilla and Jesse Lee Montijo, Jazz Guitarists Scott DuBois, Jeff Schroedl, Steve Peplin, Kirk Tatnall, Mike Standal, Michael Arnold, Pete Billman and Roger Brotherhood as well as many more great Jazz artists such as Rick Embach, Berkeley Fudge, Tom McGirr, Aaron Gardner, John Babbitt, Mark Solveson, Hal Miller, Kevin Kostick, Mark Lewandowski, Jeannine Rivers, Anita Stemper, Vince Oglesby, Swing Nouveau, in addition to Blues artists Altered Five, Jonny T-Bird and Tallan Latz. Ben has worked with Legendary Rudimentalists John S. Pratt, Dominick Cuccia and Mitch Markovich, as well as Percussionists Jim Sewrey, Jeff Salisbury, Kaili Francisco and many more.
Ben is also an author, proofreader, freelance editor and session performer for Hal Leonard Publishing, with published works including: "Workin' Drums - 50 Solos for Drumset", "40 Intermediate Snare Drum Solos", "Rudimental Solos for the Marching Snare Drummer", "Modern School for Mallet Keyboard Instruments", "Hal Leonard School for Snare Drum", transcriptions of Ray Luzier's "Double Bass Drum Techniques", the compilation book "First 50 Solos You Should Play on Snare Drum", as well as performing on and writing for the Hal Leonard DVD "Traditional Rudimental Drumming" by John S. Pratt. Ben has also released "How to Play Drums in 14 Days" from Troy Nelson Music.
With over three decades of experience as an educator and clinician, Ben currently instructs private studio lessons in Nashville, TN privately and through the Nashville Music Academy. Ben has also enjoyed working with his students at his former music instructor positions at the Milwaukee Area Technical College, the Wisconsin Lutheran College, SAE Institute - Nashville and the Wisconsin Academy of Music.
Ben is a Yamaha Performing Artist who also currently endorses Aquarian Drumheads, Mike Balter Mallets, Vic Firth Drumsticks, Tycoon Percussion and Impression Cymbals. Ben is a member of ASCAP and John S. Pratt's 'International Association of Traditional Drummers'.
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Dan is back on the podcast to discuss the album Bleeding the Ghost. This album was released late in 2023 but has recently hit the streaming platforms. We talk about how Promethium has changed their sound, when we can expect them to tour, and what to expect from the next record.
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Joey Cassata is a musician who is playing drums on the upcoming Ace Frehley record, 10,000 volts. Joey's musical journey started when he was just five years old seeing KISS at Madison Square Garden. He later went on to open for KISS with his band Z02 in 2004 for 50 shows. After releasing several albums, Joey and ZO2 went on to star in their own TV show, Z Rock on IFC. Z Rock became the highest rated debut show in IFC history. After Z Rock, Joey went on to perform with the Tony Award winning Broadway musical Natasha Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812. Joey has a tremendous attitude and anyone looking for a great read (or listen), check his book out in the links below. To receive more information on Ace Frehley's album Click Here.
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Fred Saunders is the guest on the show this week. Fred was the head of security for bands we know and love like Bon Jovi, Ratt, and Fleetwood Mac. Fred comes on the show to talk with us bout how he got his big break in the entertainment industry, how he got a bonus from Doc McGhee for punching members of Motley Crue, and so much more.
We discussed a book by Paul Miles. Check it out here: Click Here
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Aaron Leigh is the guest on the show today. Aaron teaches all of us a valuable lesson on this show and that is to make sure you make the most out of every opportunity because you never know what door it may open. Aaron is the current bass player in Y & T, he has great solo work, and also plays in Frank Hannon's solo band when he is not on the road with Tesla.
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Aaron's bio:
Born and raised in San Jose, California, Aaron Leigh's musical journey began at the age of 5 when his Grandmother gave him drumsticks and a practice pad, introducing him to the mesmerizing performance of Buddy Rich on the Mike Douglas Show. Inspired by the rhythmic beats, Aaron quickly embraced the drums and started playing.
At the age of 10, Aaron's path took a rock 'n' roll turn when he discovered KISS, igniting a deep passion within him. Determined to become a lifelong musician, he picked up the guitar and immersed himself in the world of rock. As Aaron continued to explore the realm of music, he encountered influential bands such as RUSH and IRON MAIDEN.
At the age of 14, he found his calling in the bass guitar and began honing his skills. It was during this time that he stumbled upon a band called Y&T. Drawn in by their captivating cover art, he purchased their album "Black Tiger" without even hearing a single note. When he finally dropped the needle on the record, Y&T's music resonated with him like no other, instantly becoming his favorite band.
In a remarkable twist of fate, Aaron Leigh joined Y&T as their bass player in April of 2016, fulfilling a lifelong dream. Reflecting on this incredible opportunity, Aaron humbly acknowledges, "Being a lifelong fan of Y&T and then ending up as the bass player in one of my ALL-TIME FAVORITE bands is an incredible blessing... I'm VERY lucky."
While thriving as a member of Y&T, Aaron Leigh's creative spirit extends beyond the band. He is also a solo artist, songwriter, recording engineer, and producer. On March 4th, 2021, he released his first solo EP, featuring tracks like "INSANITY," "TELL ME," "JEWEL EYED JUDY," and "DON'T SAY GOODBYE." The EP's first single, "Insanity," showcased the talents of Frank Hannon, co-founder and lead guitarist of the platinum-selling band TESLA, who contributed incredible solos that added another layer of melodic beauty to the song.
Noted radio personalities have praised Aaron's solo work, with Eddie Trunk of Trunk Nation/Sirius/XM Radio commenting, "Aaron's done a great job playing bass in one of my favorite bands Y&T. But his new solo single shows he has a lot to offer as a solo artist as well. 'INSANITY' is a great melodic rocker!"
Continuing to tour the world with Y&T, Aaron Leigh is on the verge of releasing his sixth solo single.
Once again, Aaron immersed himself in the creative realm as he is about to unveil his latest solo endeavor.
"Bahia Sunshine" is set to captivate audiences worldwide on July 28th, 2023.
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Adam Hamilton is the guest on the show today. We recorded this show primarily to discuss the latest album, Solsorte, by the Blackbird Angels. Blackbird Angels is a band that includes Todd Kerns, Tracii Gunns, and Adam. Adam discusses his latest work he is producing, joining LA Guns, Brides of Destruction with Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue, and how he got his break in music that involved him living with CC Deville of Poison. Click on the links below to support new music!
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The podcast currently has 61 episodes available.