Notes From An Artist
231 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsGet in on the conversation with hosts David C. Gross and Tommaso Semioli! These veteran journalists / musicians / authors delve into the lives and careers of senior and approaching senior artists who continue to thrive in various musical genres spanning rock, jazz, blues, folk, Avant Garde, experimental, classical, and permutations thereof. Notes From An Artist exudes intelligent and insightful peer-to-peer conversations, coupled with thematic playlists, offering a refreshing alternative to the youth-oriented content prevalent in mainstream media. It's not only fun, informative, and entertaining... it's a lifestyle!
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NYC Modern Jazz Trumpeter Mac Gollehan Discusses New Album Bite of The Street
May 26, 2024 16:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Dubbed "Chops" by Miles Davis, trumpeter, recording and performing artist Mac Gollehon joins hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about his new album, career, and reflections on the past, present, and future of experimental jazz and more. Mac Gollehon Playlist
Matt Lavelle Talks The Crop Circles Suite Part One
May 19, 2024 11:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Matt Lavelle returns to Notes From An Artist to discuss his latest release: The Crop Circles Suite Part One…with hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli Matt Lavelle Talks The Crop Circles Suite Part One Playlist
Interview Highights with Author Tricia Romano and Ian Hunter
May 11, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBSend us a Text Message. A double play from Tom and David… Author and journalist Tricia Romano discusses her new book The Freaks Came Out to Write: The Definitive History of the Village Voice, the Radical Paper That Changed American Culture available now on Public Affairs Books. And… Ian Hunter discusses his new album Defiance Part 2 Fiction featuring… Johnny Depp, Lucinda Williams, Slash, and Jeff Beck, along with the usual Rant Band suspects Paul Page, Dennis DiBrizzi, Steve Holley, Mar...
Sam Reese & Saxophonist Matt Parker Discuss The Notebooks of Sonny Rollins
May 06, 2024 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Author Sam Reese and saxophonist Matt Parker join hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to take a deep dive into the newly published Notebooks of Sonny Rollins Sam Reese & Saxophonist Matt Parker The Notebooks of Sonny Rollins Playlist
James Kaplan...Three Shades of Blue
April 28, 2024 19:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Author James Kaplan joins hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about his latest book 3 Shades of Blue (Penguin Press) which follows the diverse artistic paths of Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Bill Evans and how they came to create one of the greatest albums of all time: Kind of Blue. James Kaplan...Three Shades of Blue Playlist
Author James Kaplan discusses Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Bill Evans in New Book Entitled 3 Shades of Blue
April 28, 2024 19:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Author James Kaplan joins hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about his latest book 3 Shades of Blue (Penguin Press) which follows the diverse artistic paths of Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Bill Evans and how they came to create one of the greatest albums of all time: Kind of Blue. James Kaplan...Three Shades of Blue Playlist
Interview Highlights: Author Tricia Romano Discusses The Freaks Came Out to Write: The Definitive History of the Village Voice, the Radical Paper That Changed American Culture
April 25, 2024 01:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Author, journalist Tricia Romano joins hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss her new book The Freaks Came Out to Write: The Definitive History of the Village Voice, the Radical Paper That Changed American Culture available now on Public Affairs Books. Interview Highlights with Tricia Romano Playlist
Interview Highlights: Ian Hunter Talks Defiance, Johnny Depp, Lucinda Williams, Mott, Jaco, Slash…
April 23, 2024 21:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Ian Hunter joins hosts bassists David C. Gross & Tom Semioli to discuss his new album Defiance Part 2 Fiction featuring… Johnny Depp, Lucinda Williams, Slash, and Jeff Beck, along with the usual Rant Band suspects Paul Page, Dennis DiBrizzi, Steve Holley, Mark Bosch, Andy York, James Mastro, and Andy Burton…among other guest stars. Hunter also comments on his early days with Mott The Hoople; Andy York’s role in Ian’s career, Paul Page’s interpretation of “All Americ...
Jah Wobble Explains The Power of the Universe
April 21, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Renowned for his tenure in Public Image Ltd., along with collaborations spanning Bill Laswell, Brian Eno, and Sinead O'Connor, among others; Jah Wobble talks with hosts bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli about his musical philosophies and much more! Jah Wobble Explains The Power of the Universe Playlist
Elliot Sharp:Kind of Terraplane Blue
April 12, 2024 17:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Guitarist, composer, and performer Elliot Sharp joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his latest Terraplane blues project and more. Elliot Sharp: Kind of Terraplane Blue Playlist
In the Belly of the Beast with Joe Lynn Turner
April 06, 2024 23:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Legendary vocalist Joe Lynn Turner (Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow, Deep Purple) discusses his career, approach to his craft, current issues in the music industry, and Italian food with bassists/hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli. The Joe Lynn Turner Setlist
Jazz Saxophonist Dayna Stephens is Closer Than We Think!
March 28, 2024 20:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Acclaimed saxophonist, composer, educator, arranger, and recording and performing artist Dayna Stevens releases his latest album "Closer Than We Think," and joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about his career and the state of the artform that is modern jazz. Dayna Stephens Playlist
Dayna Stephens is Closer Than We Think
March 28, 2024 20:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBAcclaimed saxophonist, composer, educator, arranger, and recording and performing artist Danya Stevens releases his latest album "Closer Than We Think," and joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about his career and the state of the artform that is modern jazz. Dayna Stephens Playlist
A Conversation with Chuck Israels
March 23, 2024 17:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBChuck Israels' new autobiography reflects jazz's past, present, and future. A Conversation with Chuck Israels Playlist
Chuck Israels Talks Bass Notes: Jazz in American Culture
March 23, 2024 17:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Legendary bassist and former director of the National Jazz Ensemble Chuck Israels joins hosts / bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his new Backbeat book entitled Bass Notes: Jazz in American Culture – A Personal View A Conversation with Chuck Israels Playlist
What Becomes a Legend Most? Roger Chapman Interview
March 15, 2024 15:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli converse with British rock icon Roger Chapman, who shares insightful and humorous anecdotes from his storied career. A Conversation with Roger Chapman Playlist
A Conversation with Steve Vai - Like Heaven In a Cup!
March 04, 2024 22:00 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Steve Vai: Virtuoso guitarist, composer, educator, and entrepreneur Steve Vai joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his career, artistic philosophies, and how he prefers his pasta cooked. A Conversation with Steve Vai Playlist
Still Rockin' After All These Years: A Conversation with Billy Sheehan
February 29, 2024 19:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Still Rockin' After All These Years: A Conversation with Billy Sheehan Virtuoso hard rock / prog-metal bassist Billy Sheehan (David Lee Roth, Mr. Big, Winery Dogs, Sons of Apollo, Niacin, Talas) joins hosts / bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to talk about a life dedicated to "The Big M!" A Conversation with Billy Sheehan Playlist
Talking Life, Bass, Education, and Success with Yolanda Charles MBE.
February 23, 2024 21:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli converse with Yolanda Charles MBE; renowned British bassist, bandleader, composer, session musician, and mentor, among other endeavors. A Conversation with Yolanda Charles Playlist
A Conversation with Punk Rock Legend Glen Matlock (Sex Pistols)
February 06, 2024 15:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Bassist, composer, recording and performing artist, and founding member of the Sex Pistols - Glen Matlock, joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss the past, present, and future of the art form that is rock and roll. A Conversation with Glen Matlock Playlist
A Conversation with Wicked Cool Artists Palmyra Delran, Brad Hallen (Nervous Eaters), Steve Conte
January 29, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBSend us a Text Message. What's in a name? Wicked Cool Records, founded by Little Steven Van Zandt, keeps the garage rock flame burnin' strong into the 21st Century. Wicked Coolies Palmyra Delran, Brad Hallen of The Nervous Eaters, and Steve Conte talk with hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli about their latest releases on said imprint and life as indie rockers! A Conversation with Wicked Cool Artists
Wicked Cool Records Artists Palmyra Delran, Brad Hallen (Nervous Eaters), Steve Conte
January 29, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBWhat's in a name? Wicked Cool Records, founded by Little Steven Van Zandt, keeps the garage rock flame burnin' strong into the 21st Century. Wicked Coolies Palmyra Delran, Brad Hallen of The Nervous Eaters, and Steve Conte talk with hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli about their latest releases on said imprint and life as indie rockers! A Conversation with Wicked Cool Artists
Ron Carter: Finding The Right... Tie! Playlist
January 15, 2024 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBJazz icon and fashionista Ron Carter returns to the show to discuss his collaboration with Italian designer Franco Bassi for a new line of fashion neckwear and pocket squares aptly named "Planet Elegance." Ron Carter: Finding The Right... Tie! Playlist
Jazz Icon Ron Carter Reveals New Fashion Line "Planet Elegance"
January 15, 2024 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Finding the right…notes & tie! It’s not just about playing the parts; it’s about looking the part on the bandstand as a musician…. The maestro Ron Carter returns to NOTES FROM AN ARTIST for his fourth visit to talk about his fashion line rather than bass lines! The celebrated jazz icon and fashionista discusses his collaboration with Italian designer Franco Bassi for a new collection of neckwear and pocket squares aptly named "Planet Elegance.” Ron Carter: Fin...
Guy Pratt Joins Notes From An Artist - Part Two
December 19, 2023 22:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBSend us a Text Message. He is an esteemed UK session bassist, Rockonteur podcast co-host, comedian, and author, among other endeavors. Guy Pratt wreaks havoc with hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli in Part One of an interview wherein everyone gets the last word! Almost... A Conversation with Guy Pratt Playlist Part Two
Guy Pratt Joines Notes From An Artist - Part Two
December 19, 2023 22:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBHe is an esteemed UK session bassist, Rockonteur podcast co-host, comedian, and author, among other endeavors. Guy Pratt wreaks havoc with hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli in Part One of an interview wherein everyone gets the last word! Almost... A Conversation with Guy Pratt Playlist Part Two
A Conversation with Guy Pratt Part Deux
December 19, 2023 22:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBHe is an esteemed UK session bassist, Rockonteur podcast co-host, comedian, and author, among other endeavors. Guy Pratt wreaks havoc with hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli in Part One of an interview wherein everyone gets the last word! Almost... A Conversation with Guy Pratt Playlist Part Two
Guy Pratt Joins Notes From An Artist - Part One
December 12, 2023 21:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBSend us a Text Message. He is an esteemed UK session bassist, Rockonteur podcast co-host, comedian, and author, among other endeavors. Guy Pratt wreaks havoc with hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli in Part One of an interview wherein everyone gets the last word! Almost... A Conversation with Guy Pratt Playlist Part One
A Conversation with Nicholas Callaway, Chris Parker, and Rob Stoner...Bob Dylan Like You've Never Heard Before...
December 10, 2023 14:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli discuss the extraordinary tome BOB DYLAN: MIXING UP THE MEDICINE with publisher Nicholas Callaway and two players who were there at pivotal points in Dylan’s storied career: bassist / musical director Rob Stoner and drummer Christopher Parker. A Conversation with Nicholas Callaway, Chris Parker, and Rob Stoner...Bob Dylan Like You've Never Heard Before... Playlist
A Conversation With Michael Des Barres
December 02, 2023 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBFamed rocker, actor, and SiriusXM personality Michael Des Barres discusses his new Wicked Cool Records single "Soul Shake" and the many highs and lows of his amazing career. A Conversation with Michael Des Barres Playlist
A Conversation with Rock Legend / Actor / SiriusXM Personality Michael Des Barres
December 02, 2023 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Famed rocker, actor, and SiriusXM personality Michael Des Barres discusses his new Wicked Cool Records single "Soul Shake" and the many highs and lows of his amazing career. A Conversation with Michael Des Barres Playlist
Author Jesse Rifkin Discusses This Must Be The Place: Music Community and Vanished Spaces in New York City
November 20, 2023 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Author Jesse Rifkin joins hosts/bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his new book THIS MUST BE THE PLACE: MUSIC COMMUNITY AND VANISHED SPACES IN NEW YORK CITY: A Fascinating History that examines how real estate, gentrification, community and the highs and lows of New York City itself shaped the city’s music scenes from folk to house music. A Conversation with Jesse Rifkin Playlist
Notes From An Artist AARP Commercial
November 14, 2023 21:00 - 3 minutes - 2.42 MBHosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli expound the virtues of AARP!
A Classic Sofa Story
November 13, 2023 22:00 - 5 minutes - 3.5 MBHost Tom Semioli tells the tale of Classic Sofa - artists extraordinaire in the pantheon of furniture craftsmanship. Prompted by co-host David C. Gross, Tom sought out Blake Anding and what was deemed impossible by antiques dealers, collectors, and co-op superintendents in the Bronx and Manhattan, became reality - all thanks to Classic Sofa.
A Conversation with Joe Cocker biographer Mark Bego and Teresa Knox of The Church Studio
November 04, 2023 15:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Mark Bego ( Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson) and Teresa Knox of The Church Studio in Tulsa join hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss the celebrity biographer's latest book "Joe Cocker: With A LOT Of Help From His Friends" (Yorkshire Publishing). Cocker's relationship with Leon Russell, founder of The Church Studio, was a major factor in the late British Blues singer's enduring success on record and stage. A Conversation with Mark Bego and Teresa Knox Pl...
A Conversation with Mark Bego and Teresa Knox
November 04, 2023 15:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBMark Bego ( Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson) and Teresa Knox of The Church Studio in Tulsa join hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss the celebrity biographer's latest book "Joe Cocker: With A LOT Of Help From His Friends" (Yorkshire Publishing). Cocker's relationship with Leon Russell, founder of The Church Studio, was a major factor in the late British Blues singer's enduring success on record and stage. A Conversation with Mark Bego and Teresa Knox Playlist
The History of Weather Report Part 4 with Author Curt Bianchi: The Victor Bailey Years
October 31, 2023 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Hosts, bassists, and Weather Report fanatics David C. Gross & Tom Semioli discuss the history of Weather Report in a four-part series with Curt Bianchi – author of Elegant People: The History of The Band Weather Report. Part Four covers the final years with bassist Victor Bailey wherein the band moves away from experimental and pop jazz to world music under the strong influence of co-bandleader Joe Zawinul. A Conversation with Curt Bianchi Part 4
Bill Wyman Discusses His New Book "Billy In The Wars"
October 28, 2023 00:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Author, historian, charity cricketer, archeologist, and founding member of the Rolling Stones, Bill Wyman joins hosts and fellow bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his latest book Billy In The Wars on Pegasus Books. An illustrated memoir, the book recounts Wyman's experiences as a young boy growing up in wartime Britain. Bill Wyman Billy In The Wars Playlist
A Conversation with Bill Wyman As He Discusses His New Book "Billy In The Wars"
October 28, 2023 00:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBAuthor, historian, charity cricketer, archeologist, and founding member of the Rolling Stones, Bill Wyman joins hosts and fellow bassists David C. Gross and Tom Semioli to discuss his latest book Billy In The Wars on Pegasus Books. A Conversation with Bill Wyman As He Discusses His New Book "Billy In The Wars"
The History of Weather Report Part 3 with Author Curt Bianchi: The Jaco Pastorius Years
October 24, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Hosts, bassists, and Weather Report fanatics David C. Gross & Tom Semioli discuss the history of Weather Report in a four-part series with Curt Bianchi – author of Elegant People: The History of The Band Weather Report. Part Three covers the Jaco Pastorius era wherein Weather Report achieves its greatest commercial success with the addition of the virtuoso bassist. A Conversation with Curt Bianchi Playlist Part 3
The History of Weather Report Part 2 with Author Curt Bianchi:The Alphonso Johnson Years
October 17, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Hosts, bassists, and Weather Report fanatics David C. Gross & Tom Semioli discuss the history of Weather Report in a four-part series with Curt Bianchi – author of Elegant People: The History of The Band Weather Report. A Conversation with Curt Bianchi Part 2
The History of Weather Report Part 1 with Author Curt Bianchi: The Miroslav Vitous Years
October 10, 2023 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Hosts, bassists, and Weather Report fanatics David C. Gross & Tom Semioli discuss the history of Weather Report in a four-part series with Curt Bianchi – author of Elegant People: The History of The Band Weather Report. A Conversation with Curt Bianchi Part 1 Playlist
Sports Author Todd Ehrlich Recalls Mike Piazza’s 9/11 Homer in New Book
September 28, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.53 MBSend us a Text Message. It is unarguably the most important home run in the history of New York City baseball, and perhaps the most defining moment in the sport itself. In his new, best-selling book, The Twenty Greatest Moments in New York Sports History: Our Generation of Memories from 1960 to Today, award winning television sports journalist, producer Todd Ehrlich takes us behind the scenes at Shea Stadium on September 21, 2001. With the city reeling from the September 11 attacks, the M...
A Conversation with SiriusXM "Radio Classics" Host Greg Bell
September 26, 2023 04:00 - 2 hours - 88.7 MBSend us a Text Message. David C. Gross and Tom Semioli converse with radio raconteur Greg Bell; program director and host of SiriusXM's Radio Classics. Hear Greg ruminate o'er the past, present and future of the world's most dominant medium - and how video could never, ever kill the radio star!
A Conversation with Jazz Fusion Bassist Jonas Hellborg
September 19, 2023 04:00 - 2 hours - 84.4 MBSend us a Text Message. From his home in rural Sweden, bassist, recording artist, and label entrepreneur Jonas Hellborg reveals his studied opinions on streaming, artificial intelligence, and more with hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli.
A Conversation with Jonas Hellborg
September 19, 2023 04:00 - 2 hours - 84.4 MBFrom his home in rural Sweden, bassist, recording artist, and label entrepreneur Jonas Hellborg reveals his studied opinions on streaming, artificial intelligence, and more with hosts David C. Gross and Tom Semioli.
A Conversation with Avant Garde Jazz Trombonist Steve Swell
September 12, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Hosts, bassists David C. Gross & Tom Semioli discuss the trombone's role in experimental and improvisatory music with its greatest practitioner Steve Swell. And yes, we make trombone jokes aplenty! A Conversation with Steve Swell Playlist
A Conversation with Steve Swell
September 12, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBHosts, bassists David C. Gross & Tom Semioli discuss the trombone's role in experimental and improvisatory music with its greatest practitioner Steve Swell. And yes, we make trombone jokes aplenty! A Conversation with Steve Swell Playlist
Author TV Journalist Todd Erhlich's 20 Greatest Moments in NY Sports History
September 05, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Sports TV Journalist / Author Todd Ehrlich Reveals The Twenty Greatest Moments in New York Sports History in New Book welcome best-selling author and sports TV journalist/producer Todd Ehrlich to discuss his new book The Twenty Greatest Moments in New York Sports History: Our Generation of Memories from 1960 to Today (Sports Publishing). A Conversation with Todd Erhlich Playlist
A Conversation with Todd Erhlich
September 05, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBSports TV Journalist / Author Todd Ehrlich Reveals The Twenty Greatest Moments in New York Sports History in New Book welcome best-selling author and sports TV journalist/producer Todd Ehrlich to discuss his new book The Twenty Greatest Moments in New York Sports History: Our Generation of Memories from 1960 to Today (Sports Publishing). A Conversation with Todd Erhlich Playlist