Trading Fours

Today it's Brandon Miller day on Trading Fours!  He's a great guitarist, singer and songwriter.  You know him as the guitarist for the Danielle Nicole Band AND for his work in his own band the Brandon Miller band. He's got a new album out, called 'Virtue and Vice' - it's great! We talk about that, playing in bars at 13, playing a Les Paul, THE Les Paul, Jerry's Bait Shop, Eddie Money and much more...

Life is about taking chances, and getting out of your comfort zone! Today's guest is the Flamenco dancer Melinda Hedgecorth!  She's a Kansas City native, who after a short stint in Seattle after college, moved to Seville Spain to follow her dream.  Melinda spent 11 years in Spain, before recently moving home to KC. We talk about this in this special episode .  (special shoutout to the guitarist Be...

Hey everyone! Today we talk to the amazing rock journalist Katherine Turman! She's a producer of the syndicated radio show 'Nights with Alice Cooper" and the co-author of the great book: "Louder than Hell: The Definitive Oral History of Heavy Metal".  We have a great chat where we talk about the book, Alice Cooper, Van Halen, The Flaming Lips and much MUCH more. Great chat, do it up!  https://kath...

The amazing bassist Hadrien Feraud is my guest today!  He's played with just about everyone - John McLaughlin, Chick Corea, Mike Stern just to name a few. He is hanging out with his parents at his hometown of Paris, France until we get the all clear.  And and is even getting to play some gigs over there.  We discuss this, being compared to Jaco, and much more! https://www.hadrienferaud.info/ https...

Today is Andy Aledort on Trading Fours! Amazing guitarist, journalist and teacher.  He's played with rock royalty, Dickie Betts, Mitch Mitchell, Paul Rodgers and many more -but right now he's probably best known as the co-author of the definitive Stevie Ray Vaughan book - Texas Flood.  We discuss this and much more, great guy - fun chat - do it up!  http://andyaledort.com/ https://us.macmillan.com...

It's Flutienastiness day on Trading Fours! Amber Underwood is my guest!  She's an amazing flutist, music educator and performer.  She's got a new album coming out this month.  Join us as we talk about her transition from classical flute to jazz, her teaching, her performing and much much more! Super fun to talk to her -do it up!  https://www.flutienastiness.com/ https://music.apple.com/us/album/wa...

Today's guest is the great podcaster & musician Johnny Goudie! Johnny is the host of the ultra cool podcast "How did I get here?" - but he's also an amazing singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.  Join us as we talk about his podcast, his music career and much more- cool dude, fun talk - do it up!  http://johnnygoudie.com/ https://www.facebook.com/johnnygoudiemusic/

Today's guest is my "sista from another mista" Laura Ellis! A Kansas City native who has lived in Los Angeles for the past 25 years.  She's a fabulous singer, dancer and performer.  This one is a special one, be sure to listen in!  https://www.vintagevoicemusic.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/laurafemmefatale https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Do5l1Z72Uo

Today's guest is the amazing drummer Doug Auwarter! Whether he's drumming with the Sons of Brasil, actually traveling and playing IN Brazil, or playing some drums for the legendary George Burns, Doug brings his A-game.  Join us as we talk about drumming, his background, why he's so interested in Brazil, and the amazing contributions of African-Americans in American music. https://www.dougauwarter....

Episode 26 is Ian Moore! This is a really special one for me! Ian Moore, a guy who I've followed for over 3 decades - he's a great guitarist, songwriter and singer -plus a really, really nice guy.  Join me as we check in with him and his thoughts on the world today, the songwriting process, how he's keeping busy and more - Great dude, great conversation, be sure to listen!  www.ianmoore.com https:...

Today's guest is Ray Gehring, a jazz guitarist based in New York City! Turns out Ray Gehring also went to high school with me in Lincoln, Nebraska, where he was a punk rock dude! We talk about his journey from punk rock in Lincoln to jazz music through Minneapolis to New York! Fun talk to get caught up with a classmate who is super talented. https://raygehring.bandcamp.com/ http://raygehring.com/...

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Today's episode is with the great keyboardist, singer and writer Tyson Leslie!  He was a staple on the Kansas City scene for years, but for the past 6 years he's been in Nashville. He's done a bunch of cool things, including currently being the keyboardist of Vixen.  We chat about lots of great things, including his live shows, how YouTube monitors everything you post, his time in KC and much much...

Today's guest is my buddy Payge Turner! She's an amazing vocalist, songwriter and musician!  She was a longtime Kansas City resident who moved Seattle two years ago.  She's got a new EP coming out, she's a joy to talk to and has lots of great insights! Check her out - she's great! And yes, she's says she's sending me tracks to lay down tracks on -so I'm holding her to it.  https://www.facebook.com...

Today's guest is the amazing singer Jacqueline Tabor! Jacqueline calls Seattle home, and Seattle was one of the first cities hit hard by COVID.  Join me as we discuss how Jacqueline is handling the crisis, her shows online, her trip to Japan and much much more! Great chat, do it up! www.taborjazz.com https://www.facebook.com/Tabor-Jazz-190691394690661/ https://twitter.com/TaborJazz https://www.you...

Today's guest is the author Alan Paul! Paul is the co-author of the great biography of Stevie Ray Vaughan, "Texas Flood".  We discuss all about Stevie Ray, and Alan's earlier books about the Allman Brothers Band, his time at Guitar World & his memoir of his time in China where he led a popular blues band.  Alan Paul's website Alan's recent interviews with artists: Reese Wynans Eric Krasno  Andy Al...

There's a misconception that jazz is your parents or your grandparents music - today's guest Mark Slimm disproves this! Mark is 26 years old and the oldest member of his group,RSS trio. Join us as we talk about how Mark got into jazz, his playing the jazz organ and much more!  https://www.facebook.com/RSStrio/ https://twitter.com/RSSTrio

Today's guest is the amazing Jackie Myers - she sings, she plays awesome piano, she writes, she arranges, she does it all! Her new album is called "Clementine" - we discuss that, her life now in quarantine, and why she decided to make Kansas City home.  Great chat- do it up!  https://www.facebook.com/JackieMyersMusic/ https://jackiemyersmusic.com/ Thunder Jacket live show info: https://www.faceboo...

Today's guest is the amazing singer, songwriter, pianist and guitarist Kelley Hunt! Kelley is utilizing Facebook live every Saturday for her "Connections Concerts".  Kelley talks about those, growing up in KC, Topeka and Lawrence, her first time as a lead vocalist and her new album.  Total joy to chat with Kelley - do it up!  www.kelleyhunt.com https://www.facebook.com/KelleyHuntMusic https://twit...

Today we travel to Nashville to talk to John Salaway! He plays drums, sings, plays guitar, bass and much much more! We discuss his new album Americana Dreams, various collaborations and much more!  https://johnsalaway.com/ https://www.facebook.com/johnsalawaymusic https://www.instagram.com/johnsalaway/

Today it's Roger Joseph Manning Jr and his new project, The Lickerish Quartet! Roger has partnered with his old JellyFish bandmates Eric Dover and Tim Smith! Join us as we talk about The new EP, touring with Beck and yes- his days in JellyFish! Great guy, great talk - to it up! www.thelickerishquartet.com www.facebook.com/thelickerishquartet www.twitter.com/thelickerish www.instagram.com/thelicker...

Today's guest of Trading Fours is the amazing performer and songwriter Ivory Blue!  Host Jamie Green chats with Ivory Blue about songwriting and the creative process, musical influences growing up, being creative during the quarantine and much much more.  Great chat, do it up!  Ivory Blue Website: www.ivorybluemusic.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/IVORYBLUEMUSIC Venmo: Devin-Kessler-6 PayPal: info@...

Greg's new book 'Ted Templeman - A Platinum Producer's Life in Music" - comes out in just a few weeks.  Greg's previous book was "Van Halen Rising-  How A Southern California Backyard Party Band Saved Heavy Metal" This conversation is a must for anyone who loves late 20th century rock n roll! DO IT UP! YouTube Clip to listen to with the intro:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bl4dEAtxo0M Greg's Tw...

Season 2 starts off with a bang with the amazing Danielle Nicole of the Danielle Nicole Band! We discuss virtual shows at Knuckleheads, her musical family, favorite venues and much much more! Great singer and bassist, super conversation! Do it up! https://daniellenicolemusic.com/ https://www.knuckleheadskc.com/e/danielle-nicole-an-all-new-live-streaming-concert--101488809762/

Today we delve into how the music world in Kansas City is dealing with the in house quarantine order.  First I speak with the drummer Candice Hill, and then with Taps on Main co-owner Grant Tower. They are both working hard to adapt in these trying times. Candice Hill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CandiceHill. Musician/ Website: www.candicehill.com Taps on Main Facebook:  https://www.facebook...