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Talkin’ Blues

by Talkin’Blues Productions

My love of music has led me to document music and the musicians. I am fascinated by the creative process behind the songs and performances. These are my conversations with those who live in music. If you have any questions or comments, please email at talkinblues@mac.com. Thanks for listening! Mako

Latest episodes

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Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 521 - Cindy Blackman Santana

A conversation with American Jazz and Rock drummer, composer and band leader, Cindy Blackman Santana (solo artist, Santana, Lenny Kravitz) - https://cindyblackmansantana.

Oct 31
55 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 520 - Blake Pouliot

A conversation with Juno-nominated Canadian classical violinist, Blake Pouliot - www.blakepouliot.com  

Oct 24
1 h 14 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 519 - Will Johns

A conversation with English rock and blues singer, guitarist, songwriter, bandleader and author, Will Johns - www.willjohns.com

Oct 17
59 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 518 - Alexander Lloyd Blake

A conversation with conductor, composer/arranger, singer, vocal contractor and founding artistic director of the two-time Grammy Award winning vocal ensemble, Tonality, A

Oct 10
1 h 13 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 517 - Andreas Werner

A conversation with Andreas Werner, producer, songwriter, and musician, about Sherman Holmes' latest album, One Step Ahead of the Blues.  

Oct 3
49 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 516 - Jad Tariq

A conversation with Memphis based Rhythm & Blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter, Jad Tariq (solo artist, Charlie Musselwhite, Bob Dylan, Tony Holiday, John Nemeth) -

Sep 26
55 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 515 - Anthony Paule

A conversation with South African-born American electric blues guitarist, singer and songwriter, Anthony Paule (Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra) www.anthonypaule.com 

Sep 19
58 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 514 - Jennifer Beavis

A discussion with career music publisher, Jennifer Beavis of BMG Rights Management Canada answering questions about copyright and how to protect your rights as a songwrit

Sep 12
53 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 513 - Tony Patler

A conversation with American keyboardist, multi‑instrumentalist, singer, and songwriter Tony Patler (Chaka Khan, George Michael, Dave Mason) and blues musician David Rotu

Sep 5
1 h 23 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 512 - Nick Tabarias

A conversation with Canadian blues guitarist, singer and songwriter - Nick Tabarias (Nicky T) - www.nickytblues.com

Aug 29
1 h 02 min

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 511 - Brannen Temple

A conversation with three time Grammy award winning drummer and songwriter, Brannen Temple (Ruthie Foster Band, Hot Buttered Rhythm, Blaze and Black Red Black.)

Aug 22
1 h 14 min

Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 510 - Larry Fulcher

A conversation with Grammy Award, W.C. Handy, BBC Blues and Blues Music Award winning musician and producer, Larry Fulcher (Phantom Blues Band, Ruthie Foster Band) - http

Aug 15
57 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 509 - Chris Smither

A conversation with American folk/blues singer, guitarist, and songwriter, Chris Smither - www.smither.com Special thanks to Carol Young, Jane Harbury and Hugh's Room fo

Aug 8
1 h 22 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 508 - Chris O'Leary

A conversation with American blues singer, songwriter and harmonica player, Chris O'leary (Chris O'Leary Band, Levon Helm's Barnburners) - https://thechrisolearyband.net/

Aug 1
59 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 507 - Reverend Shawn Amos

A conversation with American blues singer, songwriter, harmonica player, producer and author - Reverend Shawn Amos - Shawnamos.com Check out Reverend Shawn Amos’ new fam

Jul 25
1 h 04 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 506 - Cobi

A conversation with American musician, singer and songwriter - Cobi (solo artist, Gentlemen Hall) - www.cobimusic.net

Jul 18
50 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 505 - Mike Stevens

A conversation with an award-winning harmonica player, composer, educator and author, Mike Stevens - www.mikestevensmusic.com

Jul 11
1 h 13 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 504 - Sue Foley

A conversation with Sue Foley about her book, "Guitar Women:  Conversations & Life Lessons with six-String Heroines".

Jul 4
25 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 503 - Stephen Prutsman

A conversation with American pianist, composer and producer Stephen Prutsman, celebrated for his innovative blend of classical, jazz and world-music traditions - www.step

Jun 27
1 h 06 min

Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 502 - Claudio De Pascale

A conversation with Italian blues guitarist, singer and songwriter - Claudio De Pascale, the Bari‑based musician behind Bari Blues Connection. Special thanks to Angelica

Jun 20
34 min

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