A Toast to The Arts

Lyrics for Rock Stars - Heather Mateus Sappenfield on Big Blend Radio

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, author Heather Mateus Sappenfield discusses "Lyrics for Rock Stars," her prize-winning short story collection that’s set in the west and traces women’s stories across generations. More: https://heathermateussappenfield.com/ Featured Music is "The Department of the West" by Deborah Crooks: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/deborah-crooks-the-department-of-the-west/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Catching Up with Piano Man Jack Spann on Big Blend Radio

Acclaimed keyboardist Jack Spann chats abut his new CD single “Jesus Of New Orleans” that was released with a full production music video. Both dance mix and radio edits are included on the CD. Spann again providing lead vocals, piano, keyboards, guitar and bass with Cecil Robbington on drums and percussion. A supporting cast of guest musicians include long time friend and St. Louis native John Covelli on Trombone. More: http://www.jackspann.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Delta Tales - Sun KIng Rising on Big Blend Radio

Sun King Rising is the professional moniker of singer/songwriter/piano player John Blangero who hails from Port Isabel, Texas. On this episode of Big Blend Radio he talks about his debut album “Delta Tales” released through PeacockSunrise Records, the Americana/Rock label spinoff of Nick Katona’s successful Progressive Rock label, Melodic Revolution. The album is produced by New York-based producer, Steven “Ace” Acker. More: https://sunkingrising.rocks/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vocalist Jimmy Williamson on Big Blend Radio

Jimmy Williamson started entertaining at the age of 15, traveling throughout the tri- state area of West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Ohio. By the time he was 19 years old, Jimmy's voice landed him on Wild Cherry’s Number #1 Hit “Play That Funky Music.” As a front man and vocalist, Jimmy continues to perform, share stages and record with Grammy Artists around the globe. oN On this episode of Big Blend Radio he talks about his latest single “Love Will Find a Way,” and current recording project, and plays a fun round of Spontuneous "The Song Game." https://www.lookingglassjourney.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rhythm of Love and Dysfunction - Billy Livesay on Big Blend Radio

Billy Livesay, best known for his work with E Street Band legend Clarence Clemons as his guitarist vocalist, talks with Big Blend Radio about the new album with his group The Livesays, called “The Rhythm of Love and Dysfunction.” More: https://www.thelivesaysmusic.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vocalist Johnny Schaefer on Big Blend Radio

Johnny Schaefer, backup singer for Josh Groban, Melissa Manchester, Sarah Brightman, Sarah Vaughan, Pete Townshend, Billy Idol, Diahann Carroll, and more, discusses his inspiring new single “Unflown.” More: https://hearjohnny.com/ Thanks Spontuneous "The Song Game" for your support! https://www.songgame.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As He Now Appears - Instrumentalist Elliot Nelson on Big Blend Radio

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, British instrumental solo artist, composer, producer, and son of Be-Bop Deluxe frontman ‘Bill Nelson’, talks about his debut album “As He Now Appears,” that pushes his music to the brink of sonic. More: https://elliot8.bandcamp.com/releases Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gettysburg Poet-in-Residence Lisa Samia on Big Blend Radio

This episode of Big Blend Radio features author and poet Lisa Samia, chosen as a poet-in-residence at Gettysburg National Military Park. Created by the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) through a unique partnership between the Poetry Foundation, National Park Service and Gettysburg Foundation, this Poets in Parks residency was designed and curated to raise the profile of poetry as a vibrant and modern way to do public art. More: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/Hear about Lisa Samia’s recent visit to Gettysburg National Military Park, and her writing, and Civil War-related essays and poetry collections including “The Nameless and the Faceless of the Civil War” and “The Nameless and the Faceless WOMEN of the Civil War.” She also recites two of her poems. More: http://lisasamia.com/Featured music is "Colors of the USA" by Doreen Taylor. More: https://www.doreentaylormusic.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.