PLANETMULLINS PODCAST-hosted by Rob Mullins

Toby Baker was ranting on Instagram one day about a gig and I was laughing so hard I had to message him and see if he wanted to come on the show. He's worked with huge names such as Michael Mcdonald, Eric Clapton, BB King, Lulu, Sinead O'Connor, Brandy, Toni Braxton, Jocelyn Brown, Maysa, Taylor Hicks, Bebe Winans, All Saints, Garland Jeffries, M Beat, Donna Summer, Elton John & Tim...

Sophia Agranovich is a multi-award-winning pianist, recording artist, educator, and artistic director recognized for her breathtaking virtuosity and profound sensitivity. Described by Fanfare magazine as “a tigress of the keyboard” and “a daring pianist in the tradition of the Golden Age Romantics,” her performances have also been hailed by Audiophile for their “orison of uncommon beauty” and prai...

A child prodigy from age 12, Jaclyn Kenyon jumped head first into the music industry winning every competition she entered and became an instant hit. In 2024 the U.S. music competition series "Banded" placed her in front of a global audience. Watch her stunning performance here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRceLSrFb-c From the outside, it looked like ignition. But her contract result...

Amani Roberts is a book author, live speaker, and R&B historian. In his new book he shares the history of R&B music and discusses how it lost popularity as a genre and how it will be regaining momentum in the future. Check out his book here: https://thequietstormbook.com Website: https://www.amaniexperience.com Show host Rob Mullins is no stranger to R&B music. His many recording sessi...

If you don't know about Aubrey Johnson, here's your chance to get up to speed. Singing from a young age and mentored by her uncle Lyle Mays (Pat Metheny Group) Aubrey is now making serious waves in the jazz and vocal communities with the upcoming release of her new album "The Lively Air" on Greenleaf Music. Her first album set the tone with sophisticated chord changes, dynamic...

In January my Instagram feed started showing me posts from this ReggieParker Wisdom. I started watching some of his videos and he's telling a whole lot of truth that young (and older) musicians need to hear. In a short time he's built more than 25k followers on Instagram and mentors hundreds of musicians through his patreon. I caught up with him to shoot the breeze and it was a remarkabl...

I had a chance to catch up with veteran studio legend Steve Sykes and he shared a lot of cool stories and studio tips in this interview. We had a blast! His advice for young people starting in the business is straight inside scoop and he shares it towards the end of this video. Steve’s knowledge of diverse musical styles is demonstrated in his wide list of credits which include many Latin artists....

Michael Cates is a veteran saxophonist and composer based now in Dallas TX. Growing up in New Jersey,  Michael Cates found success moving to LA in the 90's where the music community quickly had him sharing the stage with Jennifer Lopez, Elton John, Barry White, Tina Turner, Joe Sample and others. He's released four full length EP's and many singles by now in 2025 and regularly chart...

Strongly agreeing on a sense of humor being a key to life, Rob and Henry kick around some recent social media stories and talk about Rob's upcoming shows and workshops. Edit at 42 Minutes to discuss Rob's Facebook post supporting the Grammys and all the hate mail he got. Official Feb 14 Press Release below For immediate release Jazz Star Rob Mullins returns to Colorado for concert and wo...

 Mike will be live Dec 28 in Portland!  https://jazzoregon.org/event/mike-pri... Mike has spent time with Chick Corea and other jazz greats over the years who all are very supportive of his musical endeavors-see below: "Wonderful. Beautiful. Really great. Wow, Mike. Great writing, man."-- Chick Corea "I knew this guy was up to something; what a great disc! Beautifully written and pl...

A STORY FROM THE ROAD as told to Henry at KUHS TV...first came the water, then the cops, and then...... Join Rob for his next concert Dec 28 2024 where there will be more stories and some great music! https://www.kuvo.org/event/rob-mullins-bob-baker-two-grand-pianos-concert/ For video episodes and more visit Rob's channel at https://youtube.com/planetmullins

Stephanie Austin Letson is a jazz vocalist and educator from Northern California. "Telling Stories" (released June 2024) is her latest album as a recording artist showcasing her stunning vocal talents as well as the arranging/producing prowess of her Grammy winning producer Bill Hare. Stephanie is on the Grammy First Round Ballot in the "Best Jazz Vocal Album" Category. You can...

Stream Kiki's new album here: https://www.kikivalera.com “Son Cubano, much like American jazz, has been in a constant state of evolution from its beginnings. Valera continues in that spirit, shedding new and modern light on the music.”  — All About Jazz VACILÓN SANTIAGUERO is Kiki Valera’s second US solo release after many distinguished years as director of La Familia Valera Miranda in Santia...

Here's a fun chat with Henry Archuleta about the shows and travels in 2024 leading up to the next gig at Dazzle Jazz on Sept 21, 2024. Tickets: https://www.dazzledenver.com/live-music/#/events/100436 New Rob Mullins Trio album released on July 4, 2024 https://music.apple.com/us/album/best-of-the-trio/1755567924 For video episodes and more visit Rob's channel at https://youtube.com/planet...

Rob tells the story of the "Japanese Flying Octopus", dreaded solo piano player disease,  and Rob debuts the theme song he wrote for the Laguna Arts Festival. Rob and Blake play a few tunes live. Recorded live in Orange County CA summer of 2013. For video episodes and more visit Rob's channel at https://youtube.com/planetmullins

If you haven't heard of Daryl Gott, you'll be hearing from him soon. His new album released Oct 2023 is doing well with his unique combination of mellow tone alto sax combined with New York style harmonies. Daryl's album APERTURE prompted Arturo Gomez of KUVO Radio to say "Daryl Gott was one of KUVO Jazz's 'Thirty Under Thirty' musicians we chose in 2015, our 30t...

Sangeeta Concert Tickets for LA Sept 20 2023 https://tickets.brightstarevents.com/tickets/aurora-sangeeta-kaur-in-concert-wvv2d46 Austin TX Sept 26 2023 https://tickets.brightstarevents.com/event/aurora-sangeeta-kaur-live-in-concert-wonderspaces-austin FULL ALBUM DETAILS https://songwhip.com/sangeetakaur/aurora All things Sangeeta https://www.sangeetakaurmusic.com For video episodes and more visit...

Opium Moon is a Grammy winning group from Los Angeles and they have a new album coming out at the Album Release Party to be held at Village Recorders Studios on Sept 23, 2023 at 7pm. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/opium-moon-live-at-the-village-studios-tickets-658456068827?aff=oddtdtcreatorventbrite There will also be a meet and greet after the show you don't want to miss. Check out th...

#planetmullins Ricky Persaud, Jr. is currently completing his MA in Music Business at Berklee and speaks about his new single "Selena" on today's show. Collaborating with Ricky on his new single are Masa Takumi, Dave Stringer, and others. Ricky has already worked with such greats as Christian McBride, George Clinton, Regina Belle and Cissy Houston. He also recently headlined at the...

LA studio producer/composer/studio wiz Jeff Carruthers shares his stories about working with Clarence Avant who passed away in August 2023. Clarence worked tirelessly promoting great writers and artists and was a major force in shaping the R&B scene in the 70's, 80's, and 90's. Jeff speaks about working with Clarence and tells anecdotes about his own storied-yet sometimes invisi...

#planetmullins On today's show hit global artist Matt B speaks about following up on his hit song "Gimme Love" with his new album about his personal journey to Africa "ALKEBULAN."  "ALKEBULAN" was three years in the making and you can stream it here: https://orcd.co/alkebulan Also check out a music video from the album directed by Angela Benson  featuring many Ug...

"The lyrical genius of the trumpet."​ -Chicago Tribune A multi-instrumentalist and composer who performs on trumpet, bass and drums, Brad Goode is recognized as a unique stylist with a highly creative approach to improvisation. He has recorded on dozens of jazz albums, including 18 as a leader for the Delmark, Sunlight, SteepleChase and Origin labels. He is a dedicated educator, with man...

Part Two with jazz singer/lyricist Lorraine Feather.    In this episode she speaks more about her family legacy as well as  in depth about some of her famous compositions for TV and Film.  Her father Leonard Feather wrote the most definitive jazz book of the 20th  Century titled "The Encyclopedia of Jazz." For more about Lorraine please visit her website at https://lorrainefeather.com Fo...

Season 6, Ep 1. Part One of Two. Lorraine Feather is a native of Manhattan, New York, USA. She was born to jazz writer Leonard Feather and his wife Jane, a former big band singer. She was named Billie Jane Lee Lorraine for her godmother Billie Holiday, her mother's former roommate Peggy Lee, and for the song "Sweet Lorraine". In this candid interview she speaks about her early life...

in this episode, Rob speaks with Susan Gatchet of KUVO Radio (NPR DENVER) about his "Standards and More" album which was recorded before a live studio audience in Fullerton, CA at Steamer's Jazz Club in 2006. For video episodes and more visit Rob's channel at https://youtube.com/planetmullins