Sittin' in with the CAT

Yes co-founder Jon Anderson fronted the band during their heydays in the late 1960's and 70's.  Along with his formal days in the band, Jon has recorded with many of his early bandmates throughout the years.  In addition, he has collaborated with the likes of Jean-Luc Ponty, Vangelis and many more world-class musicians.  In our February of 2011 interview, Jon shares with multi-award winning program director Ray White, his insights into the formation of Yes and project with Rick Wakeman titled The Living Tree.  Jon's latest work is 1000 Hands - a dynamic project with numerous special guests.  In our "showcase segment" we feature a tribute to the Hall of Fame co-founder of Fleetwood Mac - Peter Green, who passed away on July 25, 2020.  He was with Fleetwood Mac from 1967-1970, after a stint with John Mayall's Bluesbreakers.  Two British music icons... right here on The CAT! 

Rick Roberts kicked off his musical career joining The Flying Burrito Brothers in 1970, after the departure of Gram Parsons.  In 1974, he co-founded Firefall, who had 6 Top 40 hits, 2 Platinum and 1 Gold albums.  Multi-award winning program director, Ray White, caught up with Rick after his reunion show with Firefall's Larry Burnett in August of 2019 to talk about his Burrito days, current activities, and fond memories touring with Firefall in the mid-to-late 1970's.  Rick's latest EP is Full Bloom.  In our showcase segment, we feature a tribute to the legendary country rock musician Charlie Daniels who passed away on July 6. 2020.  Hall of Famer and Grammy award winning Daniels was a strong advocate of America and his last studio album was a collaboration with several friends under the name Beau Weevils, on the project Songs in the Key of E.  Bringing you the best interviews and more from many of your favorite bands and performers... Classic Artists Today!

Alice Cooper has been a mainstay on the Rock 'n' Roll scene for over 50 years.  You'll find this Hall of Famer on nearly 30 studio albums, which have sold over 50 million copies.  His immense talents can also be found in dozens of movies and TV shows - even on the radio!  Multi-award winning program director Ray White catches up with Alice in June of 2020 to talk about his Detroit roots and the influence of the city on rock music.  He also shares his insights about working in a Coronavirus world, his latest EP - Breadcrumbs and upcoming album Detroit Stories.  Early 70's rockers Uriah Heep have a  recent project - Living The Dream and British guitar legend Robin Trower - whose latest project is Coming Closer To The Day, are featured in our "showcase segment."  Get ready to rock... with the CAT!

Paul Carrack, is one of music's top vocalist since launching his career worldwide as a co-founder of  Ace in 1972.  Throughout the years you'll find his vocals and keyboard work on the charts as a member of Mike + The Mechanics and Squeeze, too.  When he hasn't been recording one of his 17 solo albums, Paul has toured and/or recorded with Eric Clapton, Elton John, Ringo Starr, Roxy Music, B.B. King and many others.  Paul's latest studio album is titled These Days.  Multi-award winning program director Ray White, "Zoomed" with Paul in the U.K. in June of 2020 to discuss his activities during the Coronavirus pandemic, his work with various bands throughout the years and his latest solo work and recent compilation - Paul Carrack Live: The Independent Years.  A "not to be missed show," from your friends at Classic Artists Today.

Formed in 1981, 10,000 Maniacs has had 10 songs hit the charts throughout their career.  For 12 years Natalie Merchant was lead vocalist for the band.  Mary Ramsey took over that role, after Natalie's departure.  Mary is also a classically-trained violinist and adds this talent to the group.  In May of 2011, multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with founding members Steve Gustafson and Dennis Drew before their show.  They touched on the transition of their lead singers, the early years of the band and songs they were compiling for their Music From The Motion Picture project.  10,000 Maniacs latest release is titled Halloween Live at Disney Institute.  In our "showcase segment" we feature the very latest from The Pretenders, whose latest album is Hate For Sale and Norah Jones brand new release - Pick Me Up Off The Floor.  The ladies...loud and proud on Classic Artists Today!  

Brian Howe was lead vocalist of Bad Company from 1986 to 1994.  During this time the band had a platinum and two gold albums that contained 9 singles that landed on the charts.  His music career was launched as the lead singer for Ted Nugent's band  in 1984.  Brian passed away on May 6, 2020.  We look back at Brian's music career including an interview with multi-award winning program director Ray White in September of 2011 on this episode.  Brian shares his insights during his days with Ted's band and how he was tapped for lead vocalist for Bad Company.  Brian's latest single was an excellent tune - Hot Tin Roof.  In our showcase segment, we feature the former frontman for Styx, Dennis DeYoung who has a new album out titled 26 East, Vol.1.  Learn more about our shows and your favorite classic artists at Classic Artists Today.

Singer/Songwriter Bruce Sudano stepped towards the big time when he met Tommy James of Tommy James and The Shondells in the late 1960's.  As co-founder of Alive 'N Kickin', Bruce had a Top 10 hit with "Tighter and Tighter" in 1970.  His next band was Brooklyn Dreams, formed in the late 70's the group released a handful of albums, but many knew them due to their work with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame singer Donna Summer - who Bruce married in 1980.  Since that time, he has concentrated on his songwriting - a Grammy nominee, and his solo career.  Bruce's brand new recording project is titled Spirals Vol. 1 - Not A Straight Line To Be Found.  In April of 2020, multi-award winning program director Ray White touches base with Bruce to talk about his latest EP and storied music career.  In our showcase segment, we feature the timeless icons of rock and roll - The Rolling Stones, whose latest single is Living In A Ghost Town.  The best, the talented, the iconic musicians... all featured on Classic Artists Today.  

Russ Giguere, the co-founder of the 1960's pop/rock group The Association, has been at the forefront of the folk rock and pop scene for several decades. Russ has been involved with the 7-time Grammy nominated band who had major hits like "Windy" and "Cherish," for over 50 years.  Multi-award winning program director Ray White talks with Russ about his new book - Along Comes The Association, which covers his career in the music industry.  In this April of 2020 interview, Russ touches on his beginning days with pioneering Folk Rock group - The Men, singing with The Eagles, playing on the Ed Sullivan show several times, and many other aspects about the band that has sold over 70 million records.  In our showcase segment, we feature the music icon Kenny Rogers, who passed away on March 20, 2020.  Kenny had tremendous success in numerous music areas including Folk, Rock, Country and Gospel.  In his phenomenal career he's had more than 120 hit singles, sold over 100 million records, and has won nearly every major music industry award.  Classic Artists Today, bringing you insights that paved the way for generations! 

Co-founder of Tower of Power, in the late 60's, Emilio Castillo has led the band with Doc Kupka for over 50 years.  Always hiring super-talented musicians, many of their band members have went on to enormous success themselves.  TOP's music transcends several music genres and provides a groove that won't quit!  Over the years, they've landed eight songs on Billboard's Hot 100 Chart.  Emilio talks with multi-award winning program director Ray White about the bands' hot new album Step-Up, TOP's horn sections' work on rock superstar's recording sessions, and much more.  In our showcase segment, we look back at the highlights of the legendary singer/songwriter/guitarist John Prine's career.  John has recorded nearly two dozen albums and has been bestowed with numerous industry awards, culminating with the GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020.  This patriarch of Americana music passed away on April 7. 2020.  His last album was The Tree of Forgiveness.  For more information on our shows and legacy artists of rock, pop and soul, visit us at Classic Artists Today.

You'll find Jack Blades all over the rock & roll scene.  Since 1982, this bassist/vocalist has been in many of rock's well-known bands including Night Ranger, Damn Yankees and his latest venture - Revolution Saints.  Jack's also a producer and songwriter having worked with Aerosmith, Great White and Ted Nugent.  Multi-award winning program director, Ray White, hooked up with Jack in March of 2015 to talk about the formation of Revolution Saints - a band made up of past members of Journey, Bad English and Whitesnake, and also Night Ranger.  Rise is the name of the brand new release from Revolution Saints and Don't let Up is Night Ranger's most recent project.  In our showcase segment we have a tribute to one of rock's greatest legendary drummers, the late Neil Peart of Rush, who passed away on January 7, 2020.  Hold on tight...this is a rockin' show!  Visit Classic Artists Today to learn more about the recent happenings of rock's "classic" stars.