Sittin' In With The Coool CAT

Marcus Miller is king of the funky bass and an outstanding composer, producer, arranger and multi-instrumentalist. Throughout his storied career he's worked with Miles, Herbie, Luther and Sanborn. Marcus has been nominated for numerous Grammy awards throughout the years, winning two. Our Ray White, a multi-award winning program director, talks with Marcus about his latest album Laid Black, his days on Saturday Night Live and much more! Exclusive insights right here on Coool CAT, with your "Hostess with the Mostest," Lisa Davis.

Cyril Neville's career was launched when he joined his brother Art's band - The Meters, in 1970. His percussion and vocal skills added a new dimension to the band. From there brothers Aaron and Charles teamed with Art and Cyril to form the Grammy-award winning group, The Neville Brothers, in 1977. In 1998 Cyril released the first of 4 solo albums and then in 2012 formed Royal Southern Brotherhood (RSB) with Devon Allman, Mike Zito and other world-class musicians. In our June of 2012 interview, award-winning program director Ray White catches up with Cyril to talk about the newly formed Royal Southern Brotherhood band and their initial release. He also elaborates about his solo effort - Brand New Blues. RSB's latest project is titled Don't Look Back. In our showcase segment, Coool CAT's Lisa Davis features blues/rock musician Tinsley Ellis. With nearly 20 albums to his credit, this blazin' guitarist recently released Ice Cream In Hell, another stellar album in his repertoire. For additional information about our show, visit us at Coool CAT!

Saxtress/vocalist Paula Atherton wows crowds with her unique mix of Contemporary Jazz/R&B/Soul/Funk grooves. With her songs landing on the charts on a frequent basis, she's appeared on the Today show, Good Morning America, and Rachel Ray. Multi-award winning program director Ray White catches up with Paula before her performance at the Jazz Legacy Foundation Gala in November of 2019 and talks with her about her Shake It release, latest single, her dedication to music education and much more! In our showcase segment, Lisa Davis highlights Hiroshima, a marvelous band that features Japanese instruments in their music and has been on the jazz scene since 1974. Their upcoming album is titled 20/20. Check out additional information about Coool CAT today!!

Soulman Clarence Carter first hit the charts in 1967 and has earned three Gold Records during his career. His musical endeavors were launched at the historical FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, AL and from his humble soul and R&B beginnings, he carved a niche for himself later in his career by writing and singing songs of unabashed love. Multi-award winning program director Ray White, caught up with Clarence before his show in November of 2012, to talk about his early successes (including his Top 5 hit - Patches) and his Sing Along With Clarence Carter release. The Soulman's latest album is titled, It's Clarence Carter Time. In our showcase segment your "Hostess with the Mostest" Lisa Davis features saxman Walter Beasley, whose latest release - Going Home, contains one of the top smooth jazz songs of 2019. A dynamite show that closes out the decade, brought to you by your friends at Coool CAT!

Jazz and Pop superstars Gerald Albright, Melissa Manchester and Dave Koz join us on this very special Holiday Edition of our show. We feature, in these Fall/Winter of 2019 interviews, insights into their latest holiday albums, songs and tours along with much, much more! Gerald just released his Not So Silent Night project while Dave added to his extensive catalog of Christmas releases with Gifts Of The Season featuring Grammy award winner, Melissa. Join our "Hostess With The Mostest," Lisa Davis and award-winning program director and syndicated radio show producer - Ray White, as they help to get you in the holiday mood on this very special show!! Learn more about our show by visiting us at Coool CAT.

Michael Lington is a purveyor of Soul and R & B music expressing himself through his excellent saxophone playing and his songwriting and producing abilities - mainly in the contemporary jazz genre. With 11 solo albums and more than 24 charting singles to his credit, Michael is at the forefront of the jazz scene today. Award-winning program director Ray White catches up with Michael backstage, in August of 2019, to talk about his musical influences, Silver Lining album, his new Christmas release, entrepreneur endeavors and Sax To The Max! Our hostess, Lisa Davis, features three-time Grammy award nominee, David Benoit, in our showcase segment. His latest album is titled David Benoit and Friends. The "cooolest" artists around, right here on Coool CAT!!

Brian Culbertson is at home no matter what style of music he plays - Jazz, R&B, or Funk. His talent transcends all aspects of music production and instrumentation, including keyboards, trombone, drums and bass. Brian's credits include over 28 #1 contemporary jazz and other national charting projects. Multi-award winning Program Director Ray White talked with Brian in November 2015 about the instruments he plays and his involvement in TV and radio commercials. He also provides insights into his Another Long Night Out release and much more! Brian's brand new album, Winter Stories, changes gears with a focus with a traditional jazz vibe. This project was written, arranged and produced by Brian. In our "showcase segment," Lisa Davis features the dynamic jazz fusion and R&B group - Pieces of a Dream. Exciting audiences since 1976, their latest album - On Another Note, hit #1 on Billboard's Top Contemporary Jazz Albums chart. You'll find the top Contemporary Jazz/Soul/R&B/Blues artists, on the Coool CAT!

Music Director West Byrd has been on stage with a "Who's Who" in the Contemporary Jazz and R&B world. Names like Brian Culbertson, Gerald Albright, Shelia E, Rick Braun, Peabo Bryson, Nathan East and dozens more! He recently worked on Kim Scott's Free To Be album and continues to be the "go to" music director for the major artists! Multi-award winning program director Ray White hosts this special edition of the show and talks with West about the life as a music director, producer, composer and keyboardist. A look behind the scenes, on Sittin' In With The Coool CAT! Learn more by visiting http://www.cooolcat.com

Woodstock Music and Art Fair celebrates it's 50th anniversary, having been held August 15-18, 1969. In this special edition, we look back at this event that was the ultimate concert of the 20th century. Multi-award winning program director Ray White talked with bluesman Johnny Winter, before his passing, about this historical festival. Your "Hostess with the Mostest," Lisa Davis, takes you back in the time machine to visit several of the great Blues, R&B, and Soul musicians and bands that played key roles at Woodstock including Jimi Hendrix, Sly and the Family Stone, Richie Havens and the Paul Butterfield Blues Band. A show not to be missed right here on Coool CAT!

History making flute player Althea Rene, was the first flautist to reach the number one spot on a Billboard chart. Drawing music inspiration from her father (one of Motown's original Funk Brothers), Dezie McCullers, Althea has landed on the Top 20 charts five times. In 2018, she released a book too - titled "Becoming Chocolate Barbie." Althea just released her latest album - Flawsome, to critical reviews. Multi-award winning program director Ray White, spends some time with Althea backstage and shares the highlights of that interview. Lisa Davis features Tito Jackson, of that famous Motown family, in her showcase segment. His most recent studio release is Tito Time. For more information on our show, visit us at Coool CAT!