Studio City Now

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of speaking with the very talented singer/songwriter Jan Seides in Austin, Texas.  My dogs were in the studio with me, and you can hear them knocking over chairs and snoring !   

Jan plays guitar, piano, mandolin and ukulele.  She gives us an insight on her influences - Bob Dylan, Paul Simon and Judy Collins.  Jan discovered she had perfect pitch when she was 4 or 5 - Did you know the vacuum cleaner noise is a perfect C note ?  How cool is that?

Jan organized the Concert for the Navajo Neighbors last May, which raised money for the tribe.  I also learned that the Navajo Nation sent money to Ireland during the Irish potato famine and now Ireland is helping the Navajo Nation during this pandemic.  

Jan also sang an original song - Rachel's sister - which is incredible.  

Today, July 26, 2020 at 3:00 Central time, Jan will be doing a Zoom concert which can also be viewed on Facebook.  She does zoom concerts every other Sunday, however, you can see her on her website and on Facebook.

Jan can be seen on facebook.com/janseides, instagram and twitter as @janseides, and her website is janseides.com 

Take a listen :)  

I had the pleasure of speaking with James Lee Stanley.  I've known him as a musician for years and was fascinated talking with him.  Could have spent hours listening to him.  

James is a multitalented singer/songwriter who has opened for Bonnie Raitt, Robin Trower, worked with Poco, and Peter Tork, among others.  James talks about how he got into music, his influences and life on the road.  He also has 34 albums/cd's out.  

During our chat, he talks about recovering from throat/tongue cancer - he had surgery in 2019, and 8 weeks later was singing again..  He gives us his views on politics (YEAH !!!!!) and is just a fascinating guy !

He has a weekly show on Thursday nights, at 7:00 p.m. Pacific Time on Facebook and a radio show on Tuesday nights at 7:00 p.m. on the Folk Music Notebook.

James can be found at jamesleestanley.com, facebook.com/jamesleestanley, instagram and twitter @ jamesleestanley, and his cd's are on every music platform available - CD Baby, Reverb Nation, to name a few.

I had the pleasure of chatting with the very talented producer and musician, Chad Watson.  I've known Chad and his lovely wife, Pam Loe, for years, and learned so much about him today.  Chad plays multiple instruments - bass, trombone, mandolin, among others.  He had played with Freebo, Charlie Rich, Kenny O'Dell, Maria Muldair, John York and Barry McGuire, among other country and jazz musicians.  Chad and Pam often perform together at The Cowboy Palace in Chatsworth, California.  Once the quarantine is over, they will be there once again.

Pam Loe, Chad's wife, is a musician in her own right.  She is a talented singer, and vocal coach.  Pam can be reached at pamloe.com and her facebook is facebook.com/pamloe.  Her facebook page highlights both she and Chad singing, and their concerts.

Chad can be reached at [email protected].

Cant wait for episode 2.

Check it out !

A sit-down interview with producer Darryl Harrison.  Darryl is a talented producer and drummer, who has worked in the country music field for years.  Looking forward to Episode 2 !

My guest today is the very talented actor, singer, songwriter and writer, Jeremy Eberstein.  Jeremy talks about his influences, his journey into acting and how he got his start playing a potato latka!  Take a listen - he is a funny guy :)

My guest today is Jeremy Ebenstein, a very talented singer, songwriter, actor and writer. Jeremy talks about his musical influences and how he got his start playing a potato latka in a school play. He is a very funny guy !!  

Austin Kranick - what can I say?   He is an extremely talented musician whose influences include Prince, Nirvana and Linkin Park.  This twenty minute interview showcases his influences, his talents, the shows he has performed in and plans for the future.  The band is dropping some new material on July 20th.  Austin and the band is on Facebook as Austin Kranick Music and also youtube.  Take a listen !!!!  

Today we hear the magical incantations - well for a minute - of the multi talented Tommy Savitt, also known as The Tommy Lama !   Tommy is a talented comedian who started his career as a lawyer in New York City.  He has always said "I went to the best acting school in town, Law School."  Tommy had a resident at the Tropicana in Las Vegas for several years, and is back in Los Angeles.  Once the Covid crises is over, he will be out touring again.  Always fun to watch.  You can also hear his helpers, his two dogs, bar in the background.  You can find him on social media at The Tommy Lama or email me at [email protected] if you want to reach him.

Keith Reza is an extremely talented writer and comedian.  In this episode, he gives shout outs to everyone who has influenced him in his career, and who his influences have been.  We also discuss, in depth, the George Clooney movie Attack of the Killer Tomatoes 2.  Don't ask - it just ended up being here !!   

Once the pandemic is over, Keith will be performing again.  I highly suggest seeing him.  He's funny, personable and makes you happy.  Thanks for listening.

Elaine Ballace is a talented actor, writer, and former ice skater.  Elaine has appeared in Young Frankenstein, Dracula Dead and Loving it, and has her YouTube show - Camp Elaine.  Elaine was also in the web series "The Rich and the Ruthless."  She can be reached through Facebook or you can email me at [email protected] if you have any questions.   Thank you for listening :)