Time Signatures with Jim Ervin

In this episode of Time Signatures, host Jim Ervin welcomes the boys of Mystic Shake back to the guest chairs for a second round. This time around, Erv, Dick Rosemont, and Ben Hassenger discuss their homage to Ernie Harwell, Cokie Roberts, and their exposure on the Dr. Demento Show. They also alluded to a possible reunion? Better tune in, Mystic shakers....ur about to get your can shakin’ again!

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Mystic Shake was an incredibly innovative, eclectic, and fun band from the Lansing, Michigan area. Join host Jim Ervin as he welcomes Mystic Shake's founder, Dick Rosemont and former band member, Ben Hassenger for a fun-filled episode as the two former bandmates relive some of the glory years, including Dick's brief stint as drummer for the Downtown Blues Band, which later became the Root Doctor Band! It wasn't difficult to tie these guys to the Blues, and it was a non-stop great time. So great, in fact, that we ended up recording TWO episodes! Enjoy!

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It’s a second round of great conversation and fun with three-time Blues Award nominee, pianist, Ben Levin. Join host Jim Ervin and Ben as they talk about the impact of Covid on his early trajectory, having his father on a ventilator for two weeks, due to the pandemic, and his collaboration with Lil Jimmy Reed. This is definitely an episode you won’t want to miss!

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At only 24 years old, pianist and three-time Blues Award nominee, Ben Levin is already making a name for himself. Join host Jim Ervin for a candid discussion about Ben’s prodigious beginnings into the world of the Blues, his early years playing as part of his father’s weekend band, and that first time on-stage and traveling the world as a Blues musician. You’re going to enjoy this episode, so pull up a chair and enjoy!

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15 years ago, Heather Frarey started the Record Lounge with a dream and a vision. At the time, she was the ONLY female record store owner in the state of Michigan. Join host, Jim Ervin for a bluesy good time talking about the founding of the Lounge, where the journey has taken her since, and what the future holds for her beloved business.

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Larry McCray Part 2:

In part two, Larry McCray returns for a second helping of Blues talk with host Jim Ervin. This time, the discussion revolves around celebrating Larry's body of work, his work as an elder statesman of the Blues and his role as mentor for up-and-coming Blues musicians of the next generation. Hey, we even discuss the best Perch dinner found at the Oasis in Bay City! It’s a second helping of fun you will not want to miss.

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Join host Jim Ervin for an in depth, fun discussion with your number one Bluesman, Larry McCray as they discuss his humble beginnings, the life lessons learned along the way, and getting established within the world of the Blues. We also talk about Larry’s collaboration with Blues-Rock superstar, Joe Bonamassa. Gather 'round for some good ol' fashioned Blues talk on part one of our chat.

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Guitar for Vets is a program designed to help our men and women of the military cope with the effects of PTSD, by using music therapy. This episode of Time Signatures finds our host, Jim Ervin talking to the Executive Director of the VFW National Home, Michael Wilson and one of the Home’s first local graduates of the Guitars for Vets program, Travis Mandenberg. It’s a compelling program, and the first of two Veteran-related programs Erv has dedicated himself to doing each year on the podcast. Be sure to check the G4V website and make your donation today and help a Vet in their journey to take on PTSD.

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If you like the Chicago Blues, you are going to love this episode as host Jim Ervin welcomes Toronzo Cannon in for a chat about his journey in the Blues. Listen in as Toronzo shares his experiences with some of the biggest names in Chicago Blues, and founding his music career, while driving a bus for the Chicago Transit Authority. It's a compelling discussion you won't want to miss! Come join us….the Chicago Way!

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It’s a one of a kind episode with one of Michigan’s most beloved artists, Dennis Preston. He and host, Jim Ervin cover his early work, creating music concert posters for the Melody Ballroom, Sherwood Forest, and the Stables. His work included posters for the likes of Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry, Alice Cooper, and Uncle Ted Nugent, just to name a few. And let’s not forget Dennis’ new book ‘Napkin Doodles’.

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