Sittin' In With The Coool CAT
172 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThis show features interviews with legacy bands and performers from Soul, R&B, Smooth Jazz, and Blues genres. Ray White, multi-award nominated host of Classic Artists Today and producer of Coool CAT, internationally syndicated radio shows, brings you the latest from the musicians from the 60's, 70's, 80's and 90's who have sold hundreds of millions of albums. We'll talk with them about the past...present...and future. Info at www.cooolcat.com
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Coool CAT Episode 172 - Rick Braun
April 14, 2024 14:46 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBRick Braun is a dynamic trumpeter, composer and producer with over 20 #1 smooth jazz hits. Along with his 15 plus studio albums, you'll find Rick collaborating with Richard Elliot, Boney James and Kirk Whalum & Norman Brown in BWB. On this episode multi-award winning program director Ray White hangs out with Rick backstage and they discuss Rick's latest album Rick Braun, upcoming plans, collaborations and his many special events. Other interviews and much more from Rick can be found on Ep...
Coool CAT Episode 171 - Eric Essex
March 31, 2024 12:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBEric Essex is an incredible contemporary jazz guitarist who has released 29 full length albums since the late 1980's. During his early years he recorded four well received albums and earned a degree from Berklee College of Music. A Warner Brothers distributed label signed Eric in 1998 and his career took off. In the early 2000's, he launched his own record label and scored numerous radio hits. Multi-award winning program director Ray White hooked up with Eric in November of 2022 and talk...
Coool CAT Episode 170 - Joanne Shaw Taylor
March 10, 2024 15:27 - 30 minutes - 21 MBJoanne Shaw Taylor is a blues guitarist/vocalist/songwriter to keep your eyes on! Her career has skyrocketed since hanging with Joe Bonamassa and Dave Stewart. With over 10 albums released, you'll find her songs charting with each new album. In 2010, Joanne won Best Female Vocalist at the British Blues Awards. In February of 2024, multi-award winning program director Ray White "zoomed" with Joanne while she was finishing up a tour in the U.K., preparing for her Spring of 2024 tour in the...
Coool CAT Episode 169 - Grainger Brothers (Paul Reed Smith Eightlock)
February 24, 2024 16:18 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBThe Grainger Brothers are two of the hardest working musicians around. From the Baltimore, Maryland area Gary (Bass) and Greg (Drums) can be found as the rhythm section for Acoustic Alchemy and for the Paul Reed Smith band. They also lead their own bands including Grainger, Pockets and several tribute ensembles. Their latest work is with Paul Reed Smith Eightlock. Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up backstage with Gary and Greg at the Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival in ...
Coool CAT Episode 168 - Phil Perry
February 11, 2024 15:44 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBPhil Perry is among the elite R&B singers in the country. In the R&B Hall of Fame, his vocal talents can be heard on albums by Dave Grusin, George Duke, Najee, Chaka Khan, Fourplay and many more. Phil's solo career has been filled with over a dozen marvelous albums. In this interview, from November of 2014, Coool CAT's Ray White caught up with Phil before he took the stage. We touched on numerous memorable times in his career starting with his days in The Montclairs, several of his colla...
Coool CAT Episode 167 - Jay Beckenstein (Spyro Gyra)
January 29, 2024 13:50 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBJay Beckenstein co-founded Spyro Gyra in 1974, and ever since the group has been among the elite music bands in contemporary jazz. Throughout the years the band has garnered numerous Grammy nominations and was tapped for the prestigious George Benson Lifetime Achievement Award. Multi award-winning program director Ray White hung out with Jay at his hotel in July 2023 to talk about Spyro Gyra's latest album - Vinyl Tap, their new keyboardist , evolutions in the music industry and much more...
Coool CAT Episode 166 - Christian de Mesones
January 15, 2024 16:50 - 30 minutes - 20.6 MBChristian de Mesones has been playing the bass for over 40 years, gaining national and international acclaim starting in 2017 with several singles and his They Call Me Big New York album. Previously, you could hear him with the Groove Skool Band. His years of performances and recordings propelled him to the top of Billboard's Smooth Jazz Airplay chart. Christian hung out with Coool CAT's Ray White in November of 2023, as he came off stage, to talk about his band, shows, recordings and the...
Coool CAT Episode 165 - Norman Brown
December 27, 2023 15:03 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBNorman Brown is a guitarist who's been called "a culmination of Jimi Hendrix and George Benson with some Wes Monthgomery thrown in," by Jazz Times magazine. His prowness as a musician and genre-bending facility has made him one of the most sought after internationally renowned musicians in contemporary jazz! Multi award-winning program director Ray White caught up with Norman after his performance who provided his insights into his latest album Let's Get Away, growing up in Kansas City and...
Coool CAT Episode 164 - Holiday Special 2023
December 14, 2023 16:08 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBThis year we feature the amazing Jonathan Butler and guitarist Randy Jacobs, founder of The Boneshakers, who are winding down the 2023 Dave Koz Christmas Tour. They'll provide insights into their recent holiday projects as we finish up the year with our celebration. In our showcase segment, we bring you more holiday cheer from Joe Bonamassa with Dion, jazzman David Garfield with Tom Scott and Dave Koz too! Listen to more celebrations of this wonderous time of year on Episode 52, 72, 93, 1...
Coool CAT Episode 163 - Dave Koz
November 30, 2023 11:13 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBDave Koz is among the elite saxophonists and entertainers in the music industry today. Throughout the year you'll find him on his global sea cruises, with his "Summer Horns" or out on his Christmas Tour - headlining with other world-class musicians. Throuhout the years, Dave's been nominated for numerous Grammy awards in the "Best Pop Instrumental Album" category. Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Dave on his 2022 Christmas Tour to talk about his recent albums;...
Coool CAT Episode 162 - Brent Carter (Average White Band)
November 13, 2023 19:19 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBBrent Carter has been the lead vocalist for the Average White Band since 2011. Before then, he was the frontman for Tower of Power. Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Brent backstage to talk about his days with Tower of Power and how he hooked up with AWB. He also shared his insights on Average White Band's latest sudio album - Inside Out. Will the band release one more album before calling it a day? Brent will share his thoughts on that too! Your "Hostess wi...
Coool CAT Episode 161 - Bob James
October 30, 2023 19:32 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBBob James, is known worldwide as a premier composer/producer/keyboardist. A multi-Grammy award winner, Bob was also bestowed with the George Benson Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006. Ray White, the CAT's multi-award winning program director, caught up with Bob backstage before his concert to talk about his early years in music, changes in recording technology through the decades and his latest album - Jazz Hands. In our showcase segment, our own Lisa Davis features the awesome contmporar...
Coool CAT Episode 160 - Guy Allison (Doobie Brothers)
October 21, 2023 14:23 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MBGuy Allison, keyboardist/composer/producer, is best known as a touring member of The Doobie Brothers for 19 years. His career started off in jazz having secured a place in the coveted Monterey All-Star Jazz Band. Through the late 1970's and today, you'll find him in several rock bands, but returned to jazz on his excellent latest album - A Designed Presence. Multi-award winning program director Ray White "zoomed" with Guy to talk in detail about his latest project, players on the album, s...
Coool CAT Episode 159 - Eric Benet
September 24, 2023 12:45 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBEric Benet has talent that transcends the music industry. The four-time Grammy nominee is also gifted in the areas of acting, producing and business. Multi-award winning program director Ray White sat down backstage with Eric to talk about his music and diverse interests and television projects during their June of 2023 interview. In our showcase segment your "Hostess with the Mostest," Lisa Davis, features another amazing multi-talented performer - Grammy winner Ledisi, whose latest sing...
Coool CAT Episode 158 - Rick Braun
September 09, 2023 13:15 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBRick Braun is a dynamic trumpeter, composer and producer with over 20 #1 smooth jazz hits. Along with jazz, you'll find him collaborating with rock/pop superstars like Rod Stewart, Tina Turner, Tom Petty and REO Speedwagon too! During COVID he launched the highly successful Rick's Cafe Live show. On this episode, multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Rick backstage in July of 2023 where they talked about his latest album Rick Braun, his river cruises and much more!...
Coool CAT Episode 157 - Jimmy "Bo" Horne
August 06, 2023 14:38 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBJimmy Bo Horne played an integral part in defining dance, disco and popular music during the 1970's. More than a half-dozen of his songs hit the charts through 1980. The Top 10 hit, "Dance Across The Floor," was certified double gold. With Jimmy having been featured on American Bandstand and Soul Train, multi-award winning program director Ray White talks with him about those experiences along with insights into his hot new single "Starting Tonight," and much more! In our showcase segmen...
Coool CAT Episode 156 - Willie Bradley
July 30, 2023 15:26 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBWillie Bradley, a two-time Grammy nominee, is a trumpeter who's steadly worked his way towards the top of the charts. In 2021, Beats Magazine named Willie their "Jazz Artist of the Year." Coool CAT's Ray White caught up with Willie who provided insights into his career launching days, his latest album - It's My Time and upcoming album, too! In our showcase segment, your Hostess with the Mostest, Lisa Davis features Billboard chart-topping saxman Jackiem Joyner, whose latest single is Miss...
Coool CAT Episode 155 - The Wooten Brothers
July 15, 2023 16:20 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBThe Wooten Brothers (Victor, Roy, Joseph and Regi) have played music together since their early years. in 1985, they released The Wootens on Arista Records, which launched their careers collectively and individually. Today you'll find them touring together when bass phenom Victor is not touring or in the studio, Joseph isn't on the road with Steve Miller Band, Roy's not playing (with Victor) in the multi-Grammy award winning band Bela Fleck & The Flecktones and oldest brother Regi isn't te...
Coool CAT Episode 154 - Alex Bugnon
June 30, 2023 19:58 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBAlex Bugnon has been a mainstay and energetic force on the contemporary jazz scene for over three decades. His global appeal to listeners and his piano stylings can be found on nearly a dozen albums released throughout the years. Multi-award winning program director Ray White hung out with Alex in June of 2022 and talked with him about his record labels, his special relationship with Blues Alley in Washington, D.C., his song writing activities and the possibility of releasing new music. H...
Coool CAT Episode 153 - Brian Lenair
June 10, 2023 16:26 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBBrian Lenair stands out among many contemporary jazz sax musicians by playing straight saxophones. Starting his career over 25 years ago, he caught notice of fans and jazz aficionados alike as a member of the group Spur of The Moment. In 2004, Brian released his first solo CD and has also played with the likes of George Benson, Grover Washington, Jr., Al Jarreau, Will Downing and many more. Award-winning program director Ray White caught up with Brian in November of 2022 and talked about ...
Coool CAT Episode 152 - Mel Waiters
May 31, 2023 23:22 - 34 minutes - 24 MBMel Waiters, a southern soul stalwart musician, was a singer/drummer who passed away on May 28, 2015. It's fitting that we look back on his career from his days as a DJ, entertaining our troops and his recording years from the 1970's until his passing - including his last studio album True Love. In our showcase segment your "Hostess with the Mostest" Lisa Davis, completes this tribute episode featuring the magnificant Tina Turner, who passed away on May 24, 2013. Selling nearly 150 millio...
Coool CAT Episode 151 - Boney James
May 18, 2023 18:48 - 28 minutes - 19.2 MBBoney James, saxophonist/songwriter/producer is among the elite contemporary jazz performers of his time. He is a 4-time Grammy nominee and in 2009, Billboard magazine named him one of the Top 3 Contemporary Jazz Artists of the Decade. His latest album Detour, is a chart-topping album that takes a subtle stylistic turn from his previous commercial releases. Multi-award winning program director, Ray White, caught Boney on the run before his soundcheck to talk about Detour and it's early su...
Coool CAT Episode 150 - Best of Coool CAT: Vol. 3
April 30, 2023 17:24 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBThe late (and great) Nick Colionne (Episode 118), Bill Heller of the Rippingtons (Episode 113), bass legend Jeff Berlin (Episode 143) and bluesman Tab Benoit (Episode 133) are featured on this very special episode! Your "Hostess with the Mostest," Lisa Davis, and show creator and producer, Ray White, share highlights from Episodes 101-149, as we celebrate our 150th show. So here we go...revisiting our most listened to shows, Volume 3, and the lastest from these Coool CAT musicians, too!!
Coool CAT Episode 149 - Marcus Anderson
April 16, 2023 14:55 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBMarcus Anderson is a Grammy nominated saxophonist whose career has included performing with Prince and Stevie Wonder along with many others. With 15 albums on his list of accomplishments, the fusion jazz artist brings R&B, Pop, Rock and Funk together to make his awesome sound. During November, 2022 multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Marcus before his performance to talk about his first big break as a professional musician, his time with Prince, performance at the...
Coool CAT Episode 148 - Jeanette Harris
March 31, 2023 15:05 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBJeanette Harris is a rising star among smooth jazz saxophone players. A Berklee music school graduate, with a half-dozen albums out, you can find Jeanette playing fesivals and venues worldwide. Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Jeanette in June of 2022 as she was coming off stage to talk about the early years of her career, collaborations and her latest album Saxathrone. In our showcase segment your "Hostess with the Mostest" Lisa Davis features 4-time Grammy w...
Coool CAT Episode 147 - Frank McComb
March 11, 2023 18:57 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBFrank McComb is a vocalist/keboardist/producer that's collaborated with Prince, Chaka Khan, George Duke and many others. He's received several music industry accolades throughout his career. Whether it's Soul, R&B, Smooth Jazz or Gospel, you'll find Frank right in the mix. Multi-award winning program manager Ray White spent time with Frank talking about his transition from working with a major label to an independent artist. He also shared his insights regarding his decision to evolve to...
Coool CAT Episode 146 - Elan Trotman
February 28, 2023 18:14 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBElan Trotman is a Barbados born saxophonist who blends caribbean rhythms with his skillful horn textures. You'll find his music in several movies, supporting a who's who of vocalists and playing the national anthem at numerous sporting events. Coool CAT producer Ray White caught up with Elan before he hit the stage in November of 2018 to talk about his Barbados Jazz Excursion fund-raising event, the importance of music training for youth and his playing with superstar performers Roberta Fl...
Coool CAT Episode 145 - Najee
February 18, 2023 15:31 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBNajee, a chart topping saxophonist and flutist, is a contemporary jazz pioneer. The Grammy and NAACP award-winning musician has been one of the brightest starts in the genre for nearly four decades. Coool CAT's producer, Ray White, sat down with Najee in November of 2022 who talked about his latest album Savoir Fare - that was produced during Covid and utilized technology to bring the musicians together for the project. Najee also touched on several of his favorite legendary flutists and ...
Coool CAT Episode 144 - Keiko Matsui
January 31, 2023 13:10 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBKeiko Matsui is an internationally acclaimed pianist and composer whose sonic cultural exchange has reached the hearts and minds of fans throughout the world. She's released over two dozen solo albums and many more in collaboration with other musicians, who are a "who's who" in the music industry. In our June of 2022 interview, Keiko shares the behind the scenes story of the making of her latest ablum, Echo, with the multi-award winning program director Ray White. Fascinating! You'll als...
Coool CAT Episode 143 - Jeff Berlin
January 12, 2023 16:05 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBJeff Berlin is one of the most innovative electric bassists of the 20th and current centuries. Known for his unique tone, jaw dropping technique and dynamic approaches to the bass, he's helped establish the electric bass as a solo instrument well deserving of its place in modern music. He's released a dozen solo albums and you'll also find him on albums by Herbie Mann, Patti Austin, Ester Phillips - and many others. Award-winning program director Ray White caught up with Jeff in November ...
Coool CAT Episode 142 - Keith Killgo (The Blackbyrds)
December 31, 2022 12:52 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBKeith Killgo co-founded The Blackbyrds in 1973. The group featured some of the legendary trumpeter Donald Byrd's students. This R&B and Jazz/Funk band received a Grammy nomination for their 1975 hit "Walking in Rhythm" that has sold over a million copies. The band still tours today and their last studio album was Gotta Fly. Multi-award winning program director Ray White talks with Keith about the historic start of the band and shares recent news and plans that the band has moving forward...
Coool CAT Episode 141 - Holiday Special 2022
December 13, 2022 15:37 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBContemporary Jazz stalwarts Dave Koz and Rick Braun join us on this holiday special! Dave Koz and Friends (David Benoit, Rick Braun, Peter White and Rebecca Jade) have recently released Christmas Ballads - 25th Anniversary Collection. Dave and Rick share their insights on the Christmas tours and holiday albums that have been produced throughout the years. Saxtress Mindi Abair is our "showcase artist" on this episode, too!! She is currently out on her "I Can't Wait for Christmas" tour wit...
Coool CAT Episode 140 - Pieces of a Dream
November 29, 2022 14:47 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBCurtis Harmon and James Lloyd co-founded Pieces of a Dream in 1976. At the forefront of the contemporary jazz genre, they sat down and talked with our multi-award winning program director Ray White. The guys shared their insights into their new album Fired Up!, life during the COVID pandemic and their new protege - Justin Lee Schultz. Be sure to hear more from Curtis, James and the band on Episodes 30, 96, 112 and 130. In our "showcase segment," Lisa Davis features Mindi Abair who's pro...
Coool CAT Episode 139 - Jackiem Joyner
November 14, 2022 19:54 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBJackiem Joyner is a dynamic saxophonist who has released 8 solo projects during his career. Since hitting the road, he's toured or recorded with Keiko Matsui, Rick Braun, Kirk Whalum, and Jonathan Butler - just to name a few. Jackiem has had several songs reach the top of the contemporary jazz charts. In addition, he has authored several novels which span from gritty urban thrillers to imaginative science fiction stories. Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Jack...
Coool CAT Episode 138 - Will Downing
October 27, 2022 15:27 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBWill Downing is Mr. Sophisticated Soul, having recorded 25 albums over the past 35 years. His distinctive baritone voice has attracted fans worldwide and carved a unique niche in Soul and R&B music. Multi-award winning program director Ray White sat down with Will after his soundcheck to talk about his two latest albums Sophisticated Soul and The Song Garden, his radio show - "The Wind Down" and other great insights. You can find Will "Sittin' In With The CAT," on our very 1st episode, to...
Coool CAT Episode 137 - Adam Hawley
October 08, 2022 13:55 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBAdam Hawley is an awesome guitarist, composer and producer. During his emerging career, this "rising-star" musician has already had eleven #1 hits! Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Adam after soundcheck in June of 2022 to talk about the beginning of his career, supporting many major stars in the music business, musicians who have influenced his career, his work as a music producer and his new Risin' Up album. Lisa Davis features the jazz icon Ramsey Lewis, who...
Coool CAT Episode 136 - Rick Braun
September 25, 2022 11:49 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBRick Braun is one of the world's premier trumpet players. He also plays flugelhorn and other instruments too and has released 19 albums since 1992. His collaborations, R&R and BWB, has broadened his appeal among contemporary jazz fans. Also a composer and producer, Rick has over 20 #1 smooth jazz hits during his career. Multi-award winning program director Ray White sat down backstage with Rick in December of 2011 while he was touring with Dave Koz during Dave's Christmas Tour. Rick sha...
Coool CAT Episode 135 - Eric Gales
September 11, 2022 13:31 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBEric Gales started playing guitar in blues competitions when he was 11 years old. By the time he was 16, he secured a major recording contract. Guitar World named Eric the "Best New Talent" in 1991. He also performed with Carlos Santana at Woodstock '94. Over the years Eric released 19 albums and you'll also find him on many compilation releases. Many consider him one of the top guitarists in the world! Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Eric backstage in Nov...
Coool CAT Episode 134 - Paul Taylor
August 31, 2022 20:52 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBPaul Taylor has developed a stellar career of over 25 years blowing smooth jazz sounds on his alto and soprano saxophones. All 12 albums he's released has landed on Billboards's Top Jazz Charts. Multi-award winning program director Ray White hung out with Paul in June of 2022 to talk about his latest album And Now This, recording all musicians on the new album remotely, his creative partner Dino Esposito and also his favorite pastime! You can also check our more from Paul on Episode 34. ...
Coool CAT Epsiode 133 - Tab Benoit
August 13, 2022 14:08 - 29 minutes - 19.9 MBTab Benoit is a master of the delta blues. An amazing guitarist, you'll find him on many of the "best of" lists as one of the top guitarists living today. Since the early 1990's he's released over a dozen albums and, along with a Grammy nomination, Tab has won several Blues Music Awards. Tab's also been a strong advocate for environmental issues and was featured in the IMAX film "Hurricane on the Bayou." Multi-award winning program director Ray White spent time with Tab in May of 2022 an...
Coool CAT Episode 132 - Nelson Rangell
July 30, 2022 18:13 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBNelson Rangell is a superb saxophonist and also outstanding playing the piccolo. As a student he won Best Jazz and Best Pop/Rock instrumental soloist in Down Beat magazine's National Student Recording Awards. Nelson's career took off in the late 1980's when he signed with GRP record company. In November of 2021 Ray White, producer of Coool CAT, caught up with Nelson before taking the stage to talk about several of his early career stints as a sideman, his relationship with GRP Records, be...
Coool CAT Episode 131 - Chieli Minucci (Special EFX)
July 16, 2022 16:45 - 30 minutes - 21 MBChieli Minucci co-founded Special EFX in the early 1980's, producing excellent compositions that blended Latin Rhythm and Contemporary Jazz music. Solo or with Special EFX, Chieli has released nearly three dozen albums throughout his career. You'll also find his guitar work on songs by Lionel Richie, Jennifer Lopez, Lionel Hampton, Marc Anthony and many more superstar artists. In our November of 2021 interview with Chieli, the CAT's multi-award winning program director - Ray White, talked...
Coool CAT Episode 130 - James Lloyd (Pieces of a Dream)
June 26, 2022 12:53 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MBJames Lloyd is keyboardist and co-founder of Pieces of a Dream. He was only a senior in high school when his first album was released. James also has written and/or produced songs for dozens of other recording artists aside from Pieces. You'll find performances by him on television and film too. Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with James in January 2000 to talk about the bands' On Another Note album, touring, his solo work, supporting projects of other musicians ...
Coool CAT Episode 129 - Maysa
June 12, 2022 12:26 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBMaysa Leak is at the top of her game as one of the leading R&B/Jazz female vocalists today. She's been honored as a recipient of many awards including Soul Train's first Centric Award in 2009 and garnered her first Grammy nomination in 2014. In 2018, Maysa became the founder/owner of her own record label, Blue Velvet Soul Records. Her latest release is Music For Your Soul. In November of 2021, she shared details about her new record company, the new album with help from her friends and m...
Coool CAT Episode 128 - David Benoit
May 28, 2022 13:11 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBDavid Benoit is a three-time Grammy nominated pianist who has charted over 25 albums since 1980. He has arranged, conducted and performed music for many popular jazz and pop artists including David Sanborn, Patti Austin, Kenny Loggins and Brian McKnight. In our December of 2012 interview with David, he shares with our executive producer Ray White insights on his early career, his recording days with GRP Records, Benoit/Freeman Project and his album Conversation. David's latest album is A ...
Coool CAT Episode 127 - Hiroshima (Dan Kuramoto)
May 14, 2022 13:41 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBDan Kuramoto co-founded the contemporary jazz band Hiroshima, featuring Japanese instruments, in 1974. Throughout the years the band has been nominated for several Grammy awards and received two Gold albums. Multi-award winning program director Ray White, sat down backstage with Dan in November of 2021 to talk about the storied career of the band that launched in Los Angeles. Their latest album is 2020. In our showcase segment we honor our very good friend Nick Colionne, who unexpectedly...
Coool CAT Episode 126 - Chuck Brown
April 23, 2022 14:01 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBChuck Brown, The Godfather of Go-Go, left this world on May 16, 2012. On the 10th anniversary of his passing, we celebrate his legacy on this episode. Chuck launched a subgenre of funk music that has a beat that just won't quit! This Grammy nominated vocalist and guitarist was, in many ways, as unique as the legandary James Brown. Multi-award winning program director Ray White sat down with Chuck in his touring R.V. in November of 2011 to learn more about the foundation of Go-Go music a...
Coool CAT Episode 125 - Gerald Veasley
April 09, 2022 13:55 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBBassist Gerald Veasley landed on the national music scene in 1988 working with Weather Report's Joe Zawinul. In the early 1990's Gerald started to release solo albums on a regular basis, which now totals nearly a dozen. You'll also find him on other recordings including those by Grover Washington, Jr., Chuck Loeb, Special EFX and B.B. King. Ray White, producer of syndicated radio shows and podcasts, sat down with Gerald in November of 2021 to talk about the pioneers in contemporary jazz, ...
Coool CAT Episode 124 - Marion Meadows
March 27, 2022 20:24 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBMarion Meadows is a saxophonist and composer whose sound is grounded in contemporary jazz and adult contemporary rhythm & blues. Since 1990, Marion has consistantly been on the smooth jazz charts. Coool CAT's Ray White caught up with Marion right before his set at the Jazz Legacy Foundation's Gala in November of 2021 to talk about his first musical instrument, changes in the music industry since he started his professional career, and his latest album - Twice As Nice. Lisa Davis features ...
Coool CAT Episode 123 - David P. Stevens
March 12, 2022 14:52 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBGuitarist David P. Stevens is a funky, dynamic and exceptionally creative artist with a unique sound of his own and 8 solo albums under his belt. David recently earned his masters degree from Berklee College of Music. He's shared the stage with the best in the music business. In November of 2021, David hung out with award-winning program director Ray White to talk about his early years playing gospel music and transition into jazz. He also touched on his latest album Evolution and his wr...