The Paul Leslie Hour

This was the second interview in our series on the band Little Feat. This interview with drummer Richie Hayward was recorded circa 2007 at the Variety Playhouse in Atlanta, Georgia. Hayward passed away in 2010 at 64 years of age. Richie Hayward had been drumming his whole life. He has worked with artists ranging from Bob Dylan, Peter Frampton, Arlo Guthrie, Taj Mahal, Warren Zevon and Robert Plant. He was a founding member of Little Feat. I hope you enjoy this interview with one of the best performing drummers I have ever seen. He was a great thrill to hear and see and is greatly missed by those who knew him and by fans of the band. Enjoy the interview right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Shaun Murphy was the singer for Little Feat from 1993 to 2009. Recorded circa 2006 or 2007, I was told prior to the concert that I would have a few minutes with her before they took the stage in Athens, Georgia. Shaun Murphy remains one of the most incredible singers I have ever heard. Her energy is incredible and infectious every time I have seen her in concert. In addition to her years with Little Feat she is known for her collaboration with Meat Loaf: Stoney and Meat Loaf. Shaun has worked with everyone from Eric Clapton, Bob Seger and Alice Cooper just to name, but a few. These days she leads her own group: The Shaun Murphy Band. I hope to interview her in greater detail. I regret our time was somewhat rushed. Shaun Murphy was as kind and patient as ever.

2015 was a very important year for all the aficionados of Frank Sinatra music. It was the centenary, 100 years since the greatest American singer's birth. One man with a wealth of Sinatra lore is radio personality Sid Mark. It was an honor to interview Sid Mark and broadcast it on FM radio in 2015. I am proud to pull that special interview out of the archives to present it to you.

For 63 years and counting, radio disc jockey Sid Mark has been hosting a show spinning the regal, timeless recorded music of Frank Sinatra. Sid Mark's "Sunday with Sinatra" airs every Sunday morning on WPHT 1210 AM in Philadelphia, Pa. The highly ranked radio show is the only program where music is played on WPHT, which is a Clear Channel talk station. His nationally syndicated show Sounds of Sinatra airs on almost 100 radio stations nationwide. It is the only show of it's kind ever acknowledged and authorized by Frank Sinatra. As a past interviewee Frank Sinatra, Jr. once remarked about Sid Mark, "he has interviewed everybody who has anything to do with Sinatra, including Sinatra himself."

The Sid Mark interview is right here on The Paul Leslie Hour. It's a pleasure and honor indeed.

This interesting interview with Charles Pignone was recorded, produced and broadcast on the radio in 2015, the Centenary year of Frank Sinatra - 100 years since the great singer's birth. The interview also appeared as an article in the international bilingual magazine La Revisita. Charles Pignone is the Senior Vice President of Frank Sinatra Enterprises. Pignone witnessed moments of Sinatra on-stage and off. He is one of the foremost Sinatra archivists and has written three books on Sinatra: The Sinatra Treasures, Frank Sinatra: The Family Album and Sinatra 100.

T. Graham Brown is one of the most unique voices in country music. His most recent album “Forever Changed” has been called by some his best work yet. “Forever Changed” received a Grammy nomination for Best Roots Gospel album. If we are judged by the company we keep, T. Graham Brown is the cream of the crop. His friends in the rock, soul, country and Christian music genres all contributed their vocals to the project, a diverse list that includes Vince Gill, Jason Crabb, Leon Russell, Jeff & Sheri Easter, The Oak Ridge Boys, Steve Cropper, Booth Brothers, Three Bridges, Sonya Isaacs, and Jimmy Fortune. In addition to original songs co-written by T. Graham Brown, “Forever Changed” features interpretations of songs like the Curtis Mayfield classic, “People Get Ready” which fits perfectly in Brown’s hands. The album ends with a version of “Wine Into Water,” which deals with the topic of addiction.

In this interview, T. Graham Brown talks about his roots, the inspiration behind “Forever Changed,” the challenges he overcame and his friendship with songwriter Bruce Burch.

Irving Burge was one of the greatest songwriters of our time and his songs will live forever. This interview was recorded and broadcast on the radio in 2008. Born July 28, 1924 in Brooklyn, New York, Burgie passed away on November 29, 2019 in Queens, New York.

Irving Burgie, or as he was sometimes known Lord Burgess, wrote many classic songs of the Caribbean such as Day-O, Jamaica Farewell. Burgie composed some 34 songs for the Legendary Harry Belafonte including 8 of the 11 songs on Belafonte's classic Calypso album. From 1956 to 1957, "Calypso" was the first album of any kind to sell one Million copies. He also wrote songs for the Kingston Trio during the group's heyday as well as lyrics of the National Anthem of Barbados. His songs have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. Everyone has heard Irving Burgie's music...at concerts and sporting events all over the world, on the radio and in movies. His songs have been recorded by too many artists to even name.

Leroy Van Dyke is a country music legend! He has had a career of more than 60 years and has recorded more than 500 songs...and he's still going strong! Known for such hits as "The Auctioneer" and "Walk On By," which spent a remarkable 37 weeks on the country charts. At 90 years old he's still going strong performing great shows. Leroy Van Dyke has NEVER missed a SINGLE SHOW throughout his entire career. He's on The Paul Leslie Hour. Be prepared to be inspired.

Now Richie Mullins is an eclectic gentleman if there ever was one. A rock musician, producer and television writer. With Mike Judge he created the animated series "Mike Judge Presents Tales from the Tour Bus," which tells some of the more colorful, funny and at times shocking tales of musicians both famous and lesser known. One of the episodes profiles country music legend Billy Joe Shaver, who Mullins plays bass for. Richie Mullins has played bass for several bands including Karma to Burn. His new band Longshanks will be releasing their debut record soon. Mullins is a down to earth person and that shines through in this in-depth interview. He's on The Paul Leslie Hour and I couldn't be happier about it.

Present with us on this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour is Allie Colleen: a singer-songwriter who tells the human story with her songs. She is a graduate of Belmont University and studied the music industry. A passionate singer, songwriter, guitarist and recording artist, her latest single is entitled "Along the Way," a tune with great lyrics and melody. It is great to interview someone who realizes the power of words and understands the importance and responsibility of being an artist! Hear the Allie Colleen interview right now on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Studio operator, producer and audio engineer Phil Hadaway is the man behind 3180 Media Group in Savannah, Georgia. Originally called Reeltime Audio Production opened in 1984. A many of many stories, the topics are as diverse as Savannah... along the way Phil's path has intersected with Tony Arata, Bobbie Gentry, new wave rock group The Swimming Pool Q's, Miley Cyrus and Paula Deen. How's that for eclectic? It sounds great and it's right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.