Funky, soulful, and relevant, there are not mediocre Janelle Monae albums. The Electric Lady from 2013 is her second album but shows her strength as a writer, performer and producer. Susan and Monica return the the podcast to help me through the album’s combination of nineteen songs and interludes.

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I'm still on summer break but here's a bonus episode with a friend of the podcast, professor, author, and screenwriter Joe Williams. New episodes of the podcast (Season 5) premier in September!

Jon Herington drops by to discuss ‘Chunks and Chairnobs’ his terrific new project with Jim Beard, as well as covering Steely Dan, and his all-time favorite albums.

I don't remember how many times I've seen Steve Lukather live (with his solo touring band, Ringo Starr and Toto) or how many times I've talked to him backstage after a show. I do remember that he was always gracious and funny. The season 4 finale features a chat with Steve Lukather about his solo album, Bridges.

Steely Dan’s Donald Fagen returns with his first solo album in 11 years. Hear why Preston things it’s his best. Bold, dynamic and weird, Kamakiriad grooves. Frequent podcast guest Joe Williams doesn’t get Steely Dan…he’s wrong.

Yes Music Podcast founder and cohost Kevin Mulryne discusses his wonderful new book, Yes-The Tormato Story; available now at Burning Shed and www.tormatobook.com.

Minnesota based composer, singer and song writer Rob Meany discusses the three brilliant Terramara albums and his sublime solo album, Ferris Wheels Unbound. Hear what’s next for the talented artist.

Preston sits down the Projekt Gemineye leader, Mark Anthony K for a song by song analysis of his new album, What Lies Beyond. The album is available now at https://projektgemineye.bandcamp.com/

The Slang of Ages podcast catches up with composer, trombonist, educator and band leader Nick Finzer for a very special episode where they discuss the release of his new album, Dreams Visions Illusions.

David Lindley who passed in March 2023, had a long and distinctive career as one of L.A.’s elite session players. Lindley, a distant cousin to Linda Ronstadt, could play any stringed instrument and was a master of middle eastern and African instruments. Mr. Dave reflects his strength as a songwriter and as a unique vocalist. Check out his seventeen solo albums which include ska, Reggae, and R&B.