The Ken Valdez Approach

Billy Bob Thornton (Bud) and JD Andrew make up The Boxmasters. In this episode, they talk about their incredible bond with their fans because they are fans of music themselves and how even after 12 records their desire and passion are as potent as ever!

Walter Trout is a blues/rock legend whose life really should be made into a movie. Hear about his trials and tribulations, highs, lows and the fight for his life in a very emotional, heartfelt interview!

Lance Lopez is a guitar virtuoso whose talent has lead him to play with iconic names on iconic stages. Hear how he came to be a blues/rock force along with some amazing stories from the road. Also, learn what lead him to Nashville, TN and the fight of his life.

Sari Schorr is a vocal powerhouse with an incredible band and incredible songs. She has maintained a 40 year career in the music business by staying true to herself and utilizing the gift of her amazing voice. Hear about her time with legends as well as thoughtful, heartfelt insights delivered the way only she can. Enjoy this magic conversation!

When two incredible solo artists come together to create a group there is no telling what will happen.  Lucky for us, The Imaginaries created a record that showcases their artistry and songs that has a little something for everyone.  It's genre defying and infectious. Check out their music and this conversation to learn more about this husband and wife duo on this episode of The Approach!

Ally Venable is young woman who is blazing her way in this biz wielding a guitar, fusing blues and rock music with big, big hooks and is inspiring women of all ages to follow their passions and that girls can rock just as hard if not harder than the guys!  Check out the music and conversation with this inspirational artist!

Marty Schwartz is quite possibly the most recognizable guitarist on the internet.  His viral instructional videos on YouTube as well as his courses on martymusic.com have made him a bit of a household name.  Whether you play guitar or not, chances are you've seen him on your computer screens or on your devices.  Find out how Marty gained his notoriety as well as his incredible guitar chops.  From humble beginnings to internet rockstar, enjoy this conversation with one of the very best!

From being a viral internet sensation to the leader of the new generation of blues players, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram is the real deal. Listen to this young man speak truth, tell it like it is and show us how he is linking the past with the present and bringing the blues into the future and to places it's never gone before!

Hamilton Loomis's sound consists of R&B, funk, soul, blues and rock all mixed together to create something so honest, uplifting and groovin' enough to make your body move a whole lot! Hear about his humble beginnings and how his views on the music biz have changed within the last few years as he's gone from a signed artist to indie innovator. Throw in some great tunes and you have the makings for a fun show!

This week's guest is none other than Ronnie Baker Brooks.  Son of blues icon Lonnie Brooks, Ronnie has been carrying the Brooks torch while blazing his own trail in the blues and music business.  Hear what it was like growing up around blues royalty, his take on modern day blues artists and even a crazy encounter in Nashville that was quite eye opening!  The conversation is excellent and of course, there's plenty of music to go around!