The Paul Leslie Hour

377 - Julio Iglesias, Jr. On this episode I am honored to be with a talented singer who is a passionate performing and recording artist. He sings the songs about what life is made of. Julio Iglesias, Jr. is a great vocalist and has just released an EP appropriately entitled "Timeless." We talk about the new release, his life in Miami and so much more. Julio Iglesias, Jr. is a thrill to hear sing,...

376 - Roger Murrah Roger Murrah is someone I have wanted to interview for years. A veteran songwriter who has written so many songs known and loved by people for decades. He's been writing since his youth. Some of the songs he wrote (and there are so many) would include "Don't Rock the Jukebox" recorded by Alan Jackson, "I'm in a Hurry (And Don't Know Why)" recorded by Alabama, "We're in this Love...

375 - Peter Kingsbery of Cock Robin On this episode it's a pleasure to be welcoming a singer, songwriter, performing and recording artist of international acclaim. Peter Kingsbery is an American born artist living in France. Kingsbery has recorded and released under his own name, but is also the founder of the rock band Cock Robin, a much beloved group. Peter Kingsbery is joining us from France. I...

374 - Chaz McDonald - ZZ Top That Little Ol' Band from Texas Everyone's been talking about the new ZZ Top documentary from Eagle Rock Entertainment entitled " ZZ TOP: THAT LITTLE OL' BAND FROM TEXAS " coming out everywhere on February 28, 2020. It's one of those films that grabs you to the point that you sit down to watch a few minutes and before you know it you've watched the whole feature! I wat...

373 - Chaz McDonald Chaz McDonald is a guitarist in the genres of blues and rock from Atlanta, Georgia. He has performed thousands of concerts across the country with various bands. This archival interview took place when he was performing with A1A, the Booze Brothers and Vertical Smile. He is also a vocalist and has written songs like “Please Don’t Wake Me In L.A.” and is known for his abilities...

372 - Bart Herbison Bart Herbison is the Executive Director of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI). It is the world's largest not-for-profit Songwriters trade association. The organization is committed to protecting the rights and future of the songwriting profession and to educate the public about songwriting and to protect the future of songwriting. Bart Herbison is a Tenn...

371 First it's a mini-review of the recent Tony Bennett concert , and then an interview with another legend in music. Jazz guitarist and banjoist Bucky Pizzarelli has a light-hearted chat about his musical life and perspectives. Originally recorded for radio broadcast, it now sees the light of day on the podcast. Bucky is synonymous with quality music. It's a tradition he has passed on to his sons...

370 - Billy English Billy English is the longtime touring drummer and percussionist for Willie Nelson. He is also the brother of the late Paul English, Willie Nelson's close friend and drummer. In addition to touring with Willie Nelson for many years, Billy English has appeared on several Willie Nelson recordings. This interview was originally broadcast on the radio.

369 - Paul English Paul English , Willie Nelson's longtime drummer and friend has passed away. English played and traveled with Willie Nelson longer than just about anyone. He was more than a drummer, he was Willie Nelson’s best friend and also handled many of the duties of the tour, including security and collecting the payment. Paul English played on several of Willie Nelson’s classic albums inc...

368 - Eddie Daniels On this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour , we present one of, if not the leading clarinet virtuosos in the world. Eddie Daniels is as masterful at classical music as he is jazz. His public debut to jazz audiences began on tenor saxophone with the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra. As a recording artist, Eddie Daniels has released over two dozen studio and live albums. As a sideman...

367 - Jerry Vivino Jerry Vivino is on The Paul Leslie Hour , and I consider myself fortunate to say the least. Jerry Vivino is an artist of much versatility. He is a saxophonist, woodwind player, vocalist, composer, live performer, performing and recording artist. Who is Jerry Vivino? Well, many of you saw him performing with the Basic Cable Band, late night TV talk show host Conan O'Brien's house...

366 - Hechter Ubarry t's always an honor to have you listening to an interview from The Paul Leslie Hour . The man I will introduce you to on this episode I speak to for the very first time, but have seen him in movies and television shows for my whole life! Hechter Ubarry is an actor of stage and screen, he has starred in productions on and off Broadway and in movies such as Crocodile Dundee II a...

365 - Michael McDonald It's an interview with the legendary Michael McDonald here on The Paul Leslie Hour . A phenomenal singer-songwriter, keyboardist and record producer, Michael McDonald is known for not only his solo career, but also his work with the Doobie Brothers and Steely Dan along with countless collaborations with everyone from James Ingram, Joni Mitchell, Aretha Franklin, Lee Ritenour...

364 - Abdul "Duke" Fakir of The Four Tops Abdul "Duke" Fakir is a founding member of The Four Tops, one of the most successful vocal groups of all time who defined the "Motown Sound" of the 1960s. They will forever be known for such evergreen songs as "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honeybunch)" and "It's the Same Old Song" among many others. The Four Tops have been an active musical group since...

363 - Mike Stoller Every now and then I get a bit nervous because of the reverence I have for the person I am about to speak to. This interview with Mike Stoller was originally broadcast on FM radio. Mike Stoller is a composer and record producer. The interview took place a short while after the passing of his partner lyricist Jerry Leiber of Leiber & Stoller . Leiber & Stoller were the so...

362 - Clarence "Frogman" Henry Clarence "Frogman" Henry is one of the legendary New Orleans figures of Rhythm & Blues. A singer, recording artist, songwriter and pianist, he is known for such iconic songs as "I Don't Know Why (But I Do)" as well as "You Always Hurt the One You Love," "Troubles Troubles" and the million selling "Ain't Got No Home." He performed on the Bourbon Street strip in Ne...

361 - Walter Breuning When I interviewed Walter Breuning he was 113 years old, just a few weeks away from being 114. At the time he was the oldest living man in the world. I found him to be incredibly sharp. He said the secret to his longevity was keeping the weight off and helping people in life when you have a chance. How do you think he arrived upon these conclusions?

360 - Buzz Cason Buzz Cason is the verifiable Who's Who of Music. He co-wrote the song "Everlasting Love," as well as "Love's the Only House" recorded by Martina McBride. The songs of Buzz Cason have been recorded or performed by everyone from Brenda Lee, U2, Gloria Estefan, The Oakridge Boys, Alan Jackson, Mel Tillis and even The Beatles. Cason sang back-up vocals for Elvis Presley and is also cr...

359 - Keith Sykes Singer-songwriter, guitarist and producer Keith Sykes was a guest on my radio show and it was a pretty in-depth interview. Keith Sykes is someone who has had a lifelong pursuit of being and artist. I remember a past guest saying that a book needed to be written about all of the people whose path crossed with Keith Sykes. Some very fascinating characters who play a part in his sto...

358 - Janie Fricke In this interview taped and broadcast from "the radio days," Janie Fricke shares insight into her fascinating life in country music. Fricke is known as one of the most revered country music vocalists. She recorded duets with some of the all time legends: Ray Charles, George Jones and Merle Haggard and was the first female voice heard in outer space. This interview also discusses...

357 - Jim Ed Brown “Country music is the poetry of the American spirit.” -Steve Maraboli This is an interview I recorded with country music singer and recording artist Jim Ed Brown . A recent visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum reminded me of this interview where Jim Ed Brown talked about his first album in 30 years, entitled “In Style Again.” The year of the album being released, M...

356 - Frankie Keane Seeing a theatrical or musical performance is a shared experience. As Jacques said in Shakespeare’s As You Like It, “All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players.” We all experience a birth and a passing – a beginning and an end. Or maybe it doesn’t really end after all? “Hereafter” is a musical that brings to the stage an exploration of what happens after...

355 - Vinnie Favale Shakespeare once said “the earth has music for those who listen.” Someone who has heard the music of life…and loss is Vinnie Favale . As you will hear in this conversation, his interests are diverse. A Brooklyn boy, Vinnie Favale always loved music and began his career in radio at WNBC. His path first crossed with David Letterman, who in years to come would be known as one of t...

354 - Rafe Van Hoy On this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour we're joined by a remarkable singer, songwriter, musician and record producer: Rafe Van Hoy . Rafe has been a successful songwriter for four decades now. Some of the songs he wrote include the George Jones and Tammy Wynette classic "Golden Ring" as well as "What's Forever For" recorded by the duo "England Dan & John Ford Coley" as well...

353 - Felix Cavaliere Felix Cavaliere is one of the greatest American musicians and songwriters. A legendary singer-songwriter synonymous with peace, love and happiness, Felix Cavaliere is a founding member of the Young Rascals, shortened to the Rascals . The songs are some of the best in popular recorded music: "Good Lovin'," "I've Been Lonely Too Long," "How Can I Be Sure," "A Girl Like You," an...