A podcast for keyboard players
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Introducing me
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talking all tennis, mostly ATP.
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Be better than good. Be AWESOME. All caps is necessary.
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This series is all about Mechanical Keyboards, talking from switches, caps, DIY kits, hand-wired, cases, plates and more. If its about Mechanical Keyboards, we'll probably talk about it! As a sub-series is also the Mech Market Report, a weekly look at prices from the second-hand market on the MechMarket subreddit.
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Exploring the human side of creative work (retired). Host Timothy Smith talks with creative professionals from different industries about the nitty gritty: life, mistakes, burnout, and finding balance while creating satisfying work.
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Broadcaster and journalist Ian Wolstenholme presents a programme featuring all that's best from the King of Instruments in all its guises - from the mighty classical and theatre pipe organs to the latest home digital keyboards and beyond. Visit our Facebook page - www.facebook.com/communitykeyboards for all the latest information.
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Named after the Fireside chats of a great president, we present the modern-day Keyboard-Side chats. Just about any subject we want to talk about can be talked about, and ideas are welcome!
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A podcast about the mechanical keyboard hobby and what makes it talk…
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away from keyboard is a podcast about the Berlin game scene. The show is produced by freelance journalists Daniel Ziegener and Lara Keilbart. Get early access to episodes and bonus interviews on https://patreon.com/afkinberlin
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A podcast where Pat, Ponci, and Tim talk about the pop-culture things that kinda matter - Video Games, Movies, TV Shows, and sometimes current events. It’s a podcast of armchair experts that have opinions on everything, all while goofing off, telling jokes, and talking about the things we love.
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A weekly podcast hosted by Jules and Marconin, Tauren Think Tank focuses on the interpersonal issues that Blizzard gamers experience both in-game and in their outside lives. This show is an audio advice column, where listeners send in their questions asking for help about anything from interacting with other players to managing depression and social anxiety. Come sit by the fire, meet new friends, and know that you're never alone! Questions can be sent to questions@taurenthinktank, or send t ...
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To round out the year, we’re going with the brainchild of esteemed podcast co-host Paul Bindig, to interview the guy responsible for The Keyboard Chronicles, David Holloway. As an alleged keyboard player himself, David talks about his lifetime in adjacency to keyboards, bands, music projects and a whole lot more. There’s also a deep dive / behind t…
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Nigel Hall is a true soul provider whose authentic blend of funk, R&B, and jazz has made him a standout vocalist and keyboardist. We attempt to cover his musical evolution from his D.C. roots to his work with the Grammy-nominated band Lettuce and his own dynamic solo projects. Lots to be inspired by here, including Nigel’s story of overcoming adver…
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Mick Rossi has had a burgeoning career spanning decades, genres and artists. We attempt in an hour to cover some decent ground on that amazing career, including Mick’s work with Philip Glass, The Philip Glass Ensemble, Paul Simon, Carly Simon and Hall & Oates to name just a few. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio p…
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Yaron Gershovsky is an internationally acclaimed pianist, keyboardist, arranger, composer, and producer. We attempt to cover Yaron’s amazing career, from his start in Israel and his initial gigs with jazz saxophonist Pharoah Sanders, through to his work with Wayne Shorter and his long-standing tenure as MD with The Manhattan Transfer. Add in some d…
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Kory Caudill is a keyboardist and composer from eastern Kentucky. After a musical journey with varied artists, he’s currently part of Tyler Childer’s band. He has also made a mark with his critically acclaimed solo projects, including the Grammy-nominated album “Tree of Life”. With special guest co-host Steve Nathan, we chat on all that plus his wo…
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Steven Reid Williams is a British keyboardist, pianist, and songwriter who currently plays for UK and Australian pop legend Leo Sayer and 80s icon Paul Young, while also contributing as a session musician to artists such as Melanie C, Rebecca Ferguson, Lulu, and Nadine Coyle. Add to that his solo creative output and his work with The Overtones, and…
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Roger O’Donnell – The Cure / Psychedelic Furs / Solo Artist (Part 2)
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53:43In this second part of our interview with Roger O’Donnell, we dive deeper into Roger’s time with The Cure by walking through each Cure album Roger worked on in reverse order. We also chat on composing for ballet, a great on-stage train wreck and a whole lot more. Watch Part 1 here. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audi…
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Roger O’Donnell is a long-serving member of The Cure, shaping their sound for coming up to 40 years (with a couple of breaks). Aside from that critical role, Roger formerly held down keys duties with The Psychedelic Furs, Thompson Twins and Berlin. Add to that his incredible solo output and you have a fascinating guest for the show. In Part 1 we co…
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Thorsten Quaeschning is a German composer, multi-instrumentalist, and musical director. We talk to him about his new album in collaboration with Steve Rothery, his role as the leader of the legendary electronic group Tangerine Dream, and his career more broadly. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: …
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In this engaging conversation, Otmaro Ruiz shares insights into his musical journey, from his upbringing and early influences to his teaching philosophy and collaborations with renowned artists, including Dianne Reeves, Alex Acuna, Abraham Laboriel, Justo Almario, Gino Vanelli, John McLaughlin, and Protocol – Simon Phillips. He discusses the challe…
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In Part 2 we move on to Toby’s work with Belinda Carlisle, Cher, Tom Jones, Tina Arena, Aqua, boy bands, Rick Astley and a whole bunch more. Do check out Part 1 here. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Chann…
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Toby Chapman continues to be the go-to player for a range of artists, and as you’ll hear in both parts of this interview, the number of collaborations is impressive. We were lucky to nail down Toby for a chat, and in this first instalment we cover off his time with Crispian St Peters, Patricia Kaas, Style Council / Tracey Thorn and of course his fi…
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If ever there was an episode that is impossible to describe in a few words, it’s this one. Bobby Ogdin has hundreds of sessions and live performances to his name across literally hundreds of artists. We attempt to cover just a fraction of that with Bobby and what a privilege it was. From Bobby’s backing of Elvis Presley during his last 45 shows, th…
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Dom Beken is a BAFTA-nominated composer and musician, who is currently the keyboardist for Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets, where he performs alongside members of Pink Floyd and Spandau Ballet. Dom has also contributed his keyboard talents to bands such as The Orb, Transit Kings, and High Frequency Bandwidth, and is currently part of the project …
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What a career Monty Oxymoron has had, and continues to have. We cover everything from the early days of Dr Spacetoad and Punk Floyd, his longstanding collaboration and friendship with Captain Sensible and his near 30-year stint with The Damned. And then there’s Monty’s parallel career as a psychiatric nurse. Strap in for a super interesting chat. T…
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Freyja Garbett strides across genres as easily she does the keyboards she plays. That makes for an interesting chat as we move between rock, soul, Afrobeat, funk, jazz and a lot more. Lots to enjoy here! To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previ…
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John Maul, Rick Astley / Nik Kershaw / Dire Straits Experience
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1:16:14We catch up with John Maul, who aside from an impressive and ongoing career as musical director and keyboard player, is also still working in the musicial instrument industry itself. We cover both aspects of John’s work, alongside guest co-host Damon McMahon. Lots of fun in this one! To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the au…
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Brittany Davis, Solo Artist / Painted Shield
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54:01It’s nearly impossible to pigeon-hole Brittany Davis musically, and you’ll hear why during this interview. Brittany is nothing short of a force of nature and her perspective on music, creativity and life in general. Whether you know Brittany’s work or not, this is an interview not to miss. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in …
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Andrew Roachford is an accleimd singer and piano / keyboard player, who aside from fronting his own outfit Roachford, is also an in-demand session musician and core part of the current line-up of Mike and the Mechanics. Before he hit Australia for a tour, we caught up with Andrew for a chat on all of that plus some. To listen / watch: Audio-only: c…
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Jordan Rudess, Dream Theater / Liquid Tension Experiment (Part 2)
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49:19In Part 2 of our interview with Jordan (check out Part 1 here), we cover off a memorable ‘train wreck’, go through some audience questions, cover off Jordan’s desert island discs and a whole lot more. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous…
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Jordan Rudess, Dream Theater / Liquid Tension Experiment (Part 1)
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46:58We can’t think of a better way to celebrate 150 episodes than by bringing the first part of a two-part interview with Jordan Rudess. Whether you’re a fan of Dream Theater, Liquid Tension Experiment or Jordan’s playing more broadly, there’s lots to enjoy in this episode. In Part 1 we delve pretty deeply into AI and music, Jordan’s musical upbringing…
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Andy Ross is a pivotal part of OK Go, both band and online phenomenon. We speak with Andy on his career to date, upcoming works and a lot more. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics co…
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Robbie Gennet, Solo Artist / Lisa Marie Presley / Educator / Journalist
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43:46We caught up with Robbie as he was in throes of releasing the first three of ten solo albums he’s releasing this year. We talk on the creative processes surrounding that, music and education more broadly, and also cover off some interesting ground during the various times Robbie has toured with other notable musicians. To listen / watch: Audio-only…
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We’re super pleased to have Mitch Towne back on the show, to give an update on his work since our last interview (including his great new album Refuge), as well as taking a decent dive into the Viscount Legend One. Lots to enjoy here! To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded vi…
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Kerry Minnear is one of the most cited inspirations we hear from our guests, and with good reason. Kerry’s work was and is groundbreaking, and we had the pleasure of covering some fascinating ground. Listening to this extremely humble pioneer and innovator is an hour very well spent. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the au…
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Andy Bown, Status Quo / The Herd / Peter Frampton / Pink Floyd
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1:01:03Andy Bown has been Status Quo’s keyboard player for more than 45 years, and that alongside his other collaborations and solo albums makes him one insightful guest. In addition to insights there’s plenty of laughs as well – what more could you want? To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch t…
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Clyde Lawrence, Lawrence / Film and TV Composer
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1:00:53Clyde Lawrence had already been on our radar thanks to co-host Paul, and the desire to speak with Clyde was cemented after seeing the band Lawrence perform live in Australia earlier this year. We chat to Clyde on his amazing career to date, some great road stories and some insightful perspectives from a player whose career has a long way to run. To…
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Jeff Frankenstein has clocked up a couple of decades with Newsboys and shows no signs of slowing down. We cover off Jeff’s career to date, recent gigs and some brilliant road stories to boot. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes…
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Patrick Warren is someone whose music you will definitely have heard at some stage, given his prolific film and TV composition career. Then there’s his production, touring and session work with a who’s who of artists…. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or che…
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Mo Pleasure, Earth, Wind & Fire / Michael Jackson / Janet Jackson / Bette Midler
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1:02:07Mo pleasure is a veteran multi-instrumentalist who has played with some of the very best. We cover off some big milestones in Mo’s career, in addition to his great insights on the challenges of being a musical director. Lots to enjoy in this one as always. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video:…
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David Jameson, The Security Project / Beyond the Wall / Reelin’ in the Years / Gig Performer Co-Founder
David Jameson is one busy keyboard player, working across three bands with some demanding musical chops required. Then there’s the small issue of him being the co-founder of one of the most popular applications for computer-based gigging players, Gig Performer. We cover all of those bases plus some in this wide-ranging discussion. To listen / watch…
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Frank Sacramone is keys player and multi-instrumentalist with prog metal / orchestral rock outfit Earthside. They’ve just come off a successful US headline tour, and we caught up with Frank just before they headed off on said tour. Lots of really honest insights that make it worth the price of admission alone. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click o…
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Los Angeles based Peter Smith is a pianist, composer, arranger, songwriter, and music director. We cover Peter’s enormous career to date, including his diverse music direction projects, TV work and lots more. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and …
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Paul Cornish has an album out very soon on the iconic Blue Note Records, and with good reason. Paul’s impeccable jazz chops, combined with his passion for experimentation across genres, makes for interesting music. Paul’s perspectives are just as interesting, and some broad territory is covered. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play butt…
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If ever there was proof that us keyboard players are a dynamic, witty and erudite bunch, Scott May is our latest piece of evidence. Scott covers some amazing territory during our chat. from playing organ at Radio City Music Hall to his stints in radio, TV and film. And that’s just the start. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button i…
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Mike McKnight, Keyboardist / Programmer / Musical Director
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1:13:19You could spend an hour just digesting the breadth and depth of Mike McKnight’s career, but let’s just say he’s been the go-to guy for artists as diverse as Mariah Carey, Roger Waters and Madonna. That is just the tip of the iceberg…. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded vi…
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Rob Gentry is a keyboardist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist with over 20 years of experience. He has performed at iconic venues such as the Sydney Opera House, the Royal Albert Hall, and the Hollywood Bowl, collaborating with musical legends like Quincy Jones, Pete Tong, Giorgio Moroder, and Damian Lazarus. We chat to Rob on his career as a wh…
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Something a little different for the last show of 2024. We do a review of the year that was, with special co-host, Wales-based Dewi Evans, who amongst many other things has authored a book on rock keyboard playing. We look over the most watched and listened to episodes of 2024 and talk a little on plans for 2025. Do check out Dewi’s musical history…
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Greg Bieck is an accomplished pianist and music producer who has has collaborated with numerous high-profile artists, including Jennifer Lopez, Hall and Oates, Ricky Martin, Beyonce, Tim McGraw, and Savage Garden to name just a few. We try to cover as much of Greg’s amazing work as we can, so strap in for a fun ride. To listen / watch: Audio-only: …
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In a slightly different episode to our usual format, we chat with two guests who were part of arguably the world’s first virtual band, Res Rocket Surfer. This is a laid back chat on the mid 1990s and the emergence of internet-based music creation. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch th…
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Jim Moginie is a renowned Australian musician best known as a founding member, keyboardist, and songwriter for the iconic rock band Midnight Oil, where he served as a driving creative force for over 50 years. Beyond his keyboard work with the Oils, Jim has collaborated with numerous prominent artists including Silverchair, Sarah Blasko, Neil Finn, …
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Mic Michaeli has held down keyboard duties with iconic act Europe for nearly the entirety of their ongoing career. We cover that career in some detail and also discuss other projects Mic has been able to complete in between sell out arena and stadium shows. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video…
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Dennis Atlas is currently keyboardist for the renowned rock band Toto, joining the band in 2024 as their second keyboardist, replacing Steve Maggiora. We talk to Dennis about that amazing opportunity, his burgeoning solo career and his other projects. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watc…
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Larry Mullins, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds / Iggy Pop / Swans / Solo Artist (Part 2)
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52:26Larry Mullins is an American multi-instrumentalist best known for his work with Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Swans and Iggy Pop, but his diversity as a player and composer goes well beyond those two iconic acts. In this second of two parts we talk on Larry’s work with Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, The Residents, the establishment of Larry’s record lab…
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Larry Mullins is an American multi-instrumentalist best known for his work with Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Swans and Iggy Pop, but his diversity as a player and composer goes well beyond those two iconic acts. In this first of two parts we talk on Larry’s 115 date tour with Swans, his just released solo album and start discussing his long and sto…
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Tom Seals is an emerging talent in the jazz and blues scene in the UK. Despite his youth, this gifted musician from Crewe has already performed alongside renowned artists such as Jamie Cullum, Gregory Porter, and Jools Holland. Beyond live performances, he hosts his own television program on Sky called “Tom Seals Presents,” where he engages in conv…
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Jakob Frímann Magnússon, Jack Magnet Science / Stuðmenn / Composer
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1:12:15Jakob Frímann Magnússon is a musical chameleon, wearing many hats in the Icelandic music scene and beyond. Born in Denmark but raised in Iceland, Jakob co-founded the legendary Icelandic band Stuðmenn back in his high school days, and they’ve been rocking since the 1970s. Jakob also has a solid solo career, dabbling in jazz fusion and collaborating…
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Felix Bornholdt is a New Zealand-born pianist and composer, known for his active involvement in the Australian improvised music scene and as a member (until recently) of the band Lime Cordiale. He has a rich musical background, influenced by a diverse range of genres from ECM and Bach to avant-garde jazz, which he was exposed to during his childhoo…
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Mike Mangan is an American musician known for his skills on the Hammond B3 Organ. Aside from playing keyboards for The Cult, Mike also leads his own bands, (Big Organ Trio and Rebel House Radio), and has been part of Glenn Hughes’ band, The Keef Richards and much more. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player abov…
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Larry Goldings is an internationally respected pianist, organist and composer, whos has worked with a wide array of artists such as John Scofield, Michael Brecker, Pat Metheny, and James Taylor. He also has his own trio and solo works, as well as his contributions to numerous film and television soundtracks. Then there’s his comedic alter ego named…
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