Sittin' In With The Coool CAT

Guitarist/Bassist/Producer Earl Carter, launched his career with nationwide exposure as a member of Experience Unlimited (EU), whose song appeared on Spike Lee's Do The Right Thing soundtrack. He's also played shows with numerous contemporary jazz bands in recent years. Today Earl has released several solo albums that have showcased his excellent ability as a multi-instrumentalist and producer. In our November of 2017 interview, award-winning program director Ray White catches up with Earl to talk about his supporting roles collaborating with numerous contemporary jazz bands and his upcoming album. Recently he's teamed up with Michael Lington (who's also featured in our "showcase segment") for some superb recordings and shows. Michael's last album is Silver Lining. If you ever get an opportunity to catch Earl live, he's a must see! Join our "Hostess with the Mostest," Lisa Davis, on this dynamic episode! For more information on our show visit http://www.cooolcat.com

Harpist, singer/songwriter Li'l Ronnie (Owens) has been performing since the 1960's and has been fronting his own band for over 30 years. Whether leading the Grand Dukes, The Blue Beats or collaborating with other blues artists, his music always makes you move your feet and make you want to get up and boogie! In our September of 2012 interview, award-winning program director Ray White, catches up with Ronnie backstage at a blues festival and talks with him about his "Gotta Strange Feeling" release with the Grand Dukes. In our "showcase segment," our Coool CAT hostess - Lisa Davis, features the amazing blues singer and pianist - Marcia Ball, Since 1970 Marcia has been building a dedicated and ever growing following, releasing nearly 2 dozen albums. She also has been honored by being inducted into the Austin City Limits Hall of Fame! Her latest release is "Shine Bright," and highlights her enormous talent!! For more about our show, visit www.cooolcat.com

The Chairmen of the Board launched their career in 1967 when Holland/Dozier/Holland left Motown and formed their own record label, which signed the band. Led by General Johnson, the Soul/R&B/Beach Music group had several hits in the early 1970's. Since General's passing in 2010, longtime band member Ken Knox has taken the reins, adding to the bands' legacy. Award-winning program director Ray White catches up with Ken at his hotel to talk about the new album - Words Left Unsaid and his fond memories of General. Our shows' host Lisa Davis features the "Queen of Soul," Aretha Franklin, - who passed away on August 16, 2018, in our Showcase Segment. She highlights the launch of Aretha's popular music career (Aretha: With The Ray Bryant Combo) and her last recorded work (A Brand New Me). A tribute like no other! For additional information on our show visit http://www.cooolcat.com

Keiko Matsui has garnered worldwide accolades as a masterful keyboardist and composer. Over the course of four decades, she has been at the top of the smooth jazz, jazz fusion and new age music charts. Keiko's music transcends cultures from around the world, providing unique untifying undertones. Award-winning program director, Ray White, spent time with Keiko in November of 2017 to talk about her latest project - Journey To The Heart, and the diversity of her musicians she recorded with on this album to produce a "world" sound. Our show's "hostess with the mostest," Lisa Davis, features Peabo Bryson in our showcase segment. This two-time Grammy award winner's latest album is Stand For Love.

Peter White's career was launched to a level of worldwide recognition in the mid 1970's as a member of Al Stewart's band - which had two Top 10 songs on the popular music charts. After a 20-year collaboration with Al, Peter's musical endeavors was then focused on the jazz scene. Winning numerous Smooth and Contemporary Jazz awards throughout his career, this guitarist has released over 15 albums to critical acclaim. In our December of 2017 interview, Peter talks with award-winning program director, Ray White, about his latest album - Groovin', and highlights from throughout his career. In our showcase segment, Lisa Davis features the master blaster of the bass guitar - Stanley Clarke, whose latest album is titled The Message and features several of the top young musicians in the world, that Stanley has discovered. For more information about our show, visit us at http://www.cooolcat.com

Dave Muse has had an accomplished career as a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer and singer. As a member of Firefall, he's recorded several platinum and gold records and nearly a dozen songs that landed on the charts. He also was a member of the Marshall Tucker Band for nine years. Dave's released four instrumental albums as a solo artist with the latest titled - Forgotten Journey. These projects have a contemporary jazz flavor, with a bit of Latin flair. Award-winning program director, Ray White, sits down with Dave to talk about his latest solo project and band. In our "Spotlight Segment", Lisa Davis features contemporary jazz pianist, Brian Simpson whose latest album - Something About You is among his best. For additional information about the show, visit www.cooolcat.com

War crossed many musical boundaries upon launching in 1969. The Afro Cuban Jazz Rock Blues band, was like no other group in history. Band members transcended racial and cultural barriers within their multi-ethnic lineup. War's 1973 release, A World Is A Ghetto, was the top selling album of the year. in November of 2017, Award-winning program director, Ray White, sat down backstage at the Jazz Legacy Foundation's fundraising gala to talk with the band's co-founder Lonnie Jordan about the bands early years with Eric Burton and about their latest studio release - Evolutionary. In our showcase segment, Coool CAT's hostess Lisa Davis features the Grammy-nominated songstress Chante Moore, whose latest studio release is The Rise Of The Phoenix. For additional information about our show visit, www.cooolcat.com

Bob Mintzer has been the saxophonist for the Yellowjackets since 1991, playing on over a dozen studio albums with the jazz fusion band. With his own Big Band, Bob has produced numerous albums, received 3 GRAMMY award nominations and was a GRAMMY winner in 2002. Throughout his career, Bob has played with many of the jazz greats including Buddy Rich, Tito Puente, Hubert Laws, Randy Brecker and Peter Erskine. The Yellowjackets latest release is Cohearence, and is among their best! In our July of 2014 interview with Bob, award-winning syndicated radio show producer, Ray White, talks with him about the bands latest project and highlights of his career. Coool CAT's host, Lisa Davis, features Special EFX in our showcase segment. Led by Chieli Minucci, the GRAMMY nominated band's latest effort is Deep In The Night. For more info on our show, visit http://www.cooolcat.com

Louisiana funkmaster Ivan Neville has family roots that digs deep into the music industry, being the nephew of members of The Neville Brothers. His dad is the soulful Aaron Neville, which provides a great base in that Ivan's talents digs deeper into the heritage performing a style of funk that is cutting-edge! He has released 4 solo albums, hit the charts and has led his band Dumpstaphunk since 2003. In our July of 2014, award-winning radio executive Ray White talks with Ivan about his latest album Dirty Word and other happenings with his band and their music. In our showcase segment, Lisa Davis continues the family theme with a tribute to Ivan's uncle - Charles Neville, a member of The Neville Brothers, who passed away on April 26. 2018.

Soulful singer-songwriter Selina Albright is featured on our special "rising star" edition. The daughter of jazz saxman, Gerald Albright, her angelic tone adds character and emotion to any ballad, yet her powerful voice and energetic stage presence captivates her audiences. Award-winning program director, Ray White, catches up with Selina backstage after her soundcheck for a performance in November of 2017. She shares her thoughts on her latest album Conversations, musical influences and much more! Our "Hostess with the Mostest" Lisa Davis, features saxophonist Marion Meadows in our "Showcase Segment." His new project is titled Soul City. For more information about our show, visit http://www.cooolcat.com