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**The Paul Leslie Hour**

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#583 - Jessie Bridges Jun 28, 2021

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#583 - Jessie Bridges

The Jessie Bridges Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

I always loved to do shows where the special guest would perform some of their songs for the listeners. It’s a really honest, heartfelt experience when someone is sitting there playing their songs for you.

Speaking of honest and heartfelt, those are words to describe the music of this artist I interviewed, Jessie Bridges.

Jessie Bridges is a singer-songwriter who debuted as a recording artist in 2010 with the self-titled EP “Jessie Bridges.” She then released a full-length LP entitled “Let It Breathe,” featuring songs that were described as everything from “spirited and twangy” to “soulful and vulnerable.” She has been called introspective and sentimental, and at times with a country feeling.

She is definitely a songwriter who writes from the heart. Jessie really opened up in this interview we had and she even sang and played some acoustic and unplugged songs.

I really hope you enjoy. I suggest you get the music of Jessie Bridges, you can find and download it on Amazon. You can also buy it on iTunes. You can look up the “Let it Breathe” album and there’s also a single that I enjoy, “Naturally Cool.” And another one called “Do It Anyway.”

Listen to the Jessie Bridges interview and musical performances on The Paul Leslie Hour. You'll be very glad you did!

#582 - Tall Paul Jun 25, 2021

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#582 - Tall Paul

The Tall Paul Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

So, on this incarnation of The Paul Leslie Hour…I’m really going way back now. When this show was first broadcast on Radio Margaritaville back in 2003 my idea was that I wanted to have a special guest on every episode. Of course I’d play recorded music… but then it’d be interwoven with an interview.

The very second episode of the show was with an incredible talent. He’s one of the best singers and live entertainers I’ve ever witnessed. It’s just that simple. His name is Tall Paul. I have some wonderful memories of seeing him perform. He’s also made some really great records. He’s a talented songwriter and can also interpret the work of someone else like nobody’s business. You can visit Tall Paul’s website at www.tallpaul.com

Pick up an album while you’re there. Can’t Find My Way was his first studio album that came out in 1994. Then he did a studio album in 2001, Fast Beneath My Feet that’s just excellent. He’s got some live albums such as Tall Paul at the Library from 1989 and October which came out in 1999. There have been more records of his since then. He’s a great recording artist.

This was the second interview I ever did, recorded at Henry Jordan Studios. As you’ll probably soon hear, Tall Paul is a really cool guy. I’ve always seen him really show a lot of love for people and I’m grateful to him.

One thing’s for certain, the real Tall Paul experience is live. Something very cool is coming up. He is one of the entertainers in the entertainment lineup for Parrothead Cruise 2022, “Bring Back the Magic.” It’ll be a flocking at sea. He’s performing with his wife Kristie Bobal. It’s sure to be an excellent thing. You can sign up or enter for a chance to win a place on board by going to www.parrotheadcruise.com

So folks, here it is. The second interview I ever did.with the great Tall Paul… Maybe I’ll bring out the first interview I did, we’ll see. Go easy on me folks. I sure sounded nasally.

However, this is a great look back at another era. I sure had fun.

#581 - Brent Jones Jun 23, 2021

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#581 - Brent Jones

The Brent Jones interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Ever been on a cruise ship? I’m pulling out an interview from the archives, this was originally broadcast on Radio Margaritaville years ago.

This is a blast from the past! This interview is with Brent Jones, the coordinator for the Parrothead Cruise. He talks about the famous and infamous cruises where toga parties, great music and sometimes questionable behavior abound...all for a good cause! Over the years the Parrothead Cruise has raised more than $320,000 for charities.

These legendary annual cruises were beloved by tropical music fans and beach lovers, a certain kind of reveler: Parrot Heads, which are Jimmy Buffett fans. This interview was broadcast back in 2004, but I’m bringing the interview back out to promote Parrothead Cruise 2022. Just go to parrotheadcruise.com for more information. They’ll be departing from Miami, Florida on March 12th and visiting Honduras, Belize and Mexico. This cruise is being called “Bring Back the Magic,” which is the name of a song Jimmy Buffett wrote with Will Jennings on his 1988 album Hot Water.

If you’re interested, you can register at parrotheadcruise.com and there’s also a raffle you can enter if you’d like to win your way aboard.

The Paul Leslie Hour - Helping People Tell Their Stories is a talk show with new episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#580 - Paula Salvatore Jun 21, 2021

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#580 - Paula Salvatore

Paula Salvatore is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Paula Salvatore was recently promoted into a Vice President of Client Relations and Studio Marketing at Universal Music Group. Prior to that, Paula has long been the face of the famed Capitol Studios in Hollywood, California.

Through the years, she's interacted and worked with everyone from Frank Sinatra, Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, James Taylor and so many others. Needless to say, she has a lot of stories.

Paula was introduced for this interview through singer and actor Robert Davi who has recorded many songs at Capitol. The personal connection resulted in a personal interview, which you are invited to watch here.

Paula Salvatore is on The Paul Leslie Hour. Happy viewing.

#579 - Herman Rush Jun 18, 2021

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#579 - Herman Rush

The Herman Rush Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Herman Rush is an entertainment business icon. He’s had a number of titles through the years: and has worked as a producer and agent. I connected with Herman Rush because he has one of the biggest collections of Frank Sinatra memorabilia of anyone. He was once the Chairman of Columbia Pictures Television and also ran Coca-Cola Telecommunications. Herman Rush also served as one of the early Executive Producers of the famed Montel Williams Show.

It's an interview with the ultimate polymath! Herman Rush is right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#578 - Emil Richards Jun 16, 2021

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#578 - Emil Richards

The Emil Richards Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

This is an interview that was broadcast over the radio a few years back. It is an interview with Emil Richards, born Emilio Raddochia on September 2nd 1932, passed away December 13, 2019.

I really enjoyed speaking to Emil, he was one of the legendary vibraphonists and percussionists in music. In fact, he played the xylophone starting as just a little boy.

Through the years he played and recorded with the best of the best: Charles Mingus, Perry Como, and George Shearing to name but a few. He also toured with George Harrison and Frank Sinatra.

He also lead his own group, The Microtonal Blues Band and released his own recordings. Find them, they’re very interesting.

To list some of the other people he worked with: George Duke, Frank Zappa, Robert Davi, Julie London, Hans Zimmer, so many. He was very sweet so I can understand why people would want to record or perform with him.

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#577 - Lee Ritenour Jun 14, 2021

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#577 - Lee Ritenour

The Lee Ritenour Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Originally recorded for the radio, Lee Ritenour remains one of the most respected musicians in the world.

Guitarist Lee Ritenour has released approximately 45 albums and has contributed to more than 3,000 sessions (including Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, B.B. King, Pink Floyd, etc). As one of the most respected jazz guitarists, Lee Ritenour was an honor to speak with and was very informative.

It's right here on The Paul Leslie Hour!

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#576 - Richard M. Sherman Jun 11, 2021

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#576 - Richard M. Sherman

The Richard M. Sherman Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

An inductee of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Richard M. Sherman who with his brother wrote some of the most well known songs in motion picture history, particularly Disney motion pictures: The Jungle Book, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Mary Poppins, Bedknobs and Broom Sticks, Charlotte's Web, and others. His songs have also been performed/recorded by recording artists like Ringo Starr, Annette Funicello, Johnny Burnette, Kenny Loggins and others.

Born June 12, 1928, we wish Richard M. Sherman a happy birthday. Her is our interview with Sherman for your listening enjoyment. Right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

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#575 - Tony Oppedisano Returns Jun 09, 2021

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#575 - Tony Oppedisano Returns

Tony Oppedisano is a returning guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Tony Oppedisano, a.k.a. "Tony O.," was a close friend and confidante of the great Frank Sinatra, who was also a road manager for the legendary singer. Oppedisano, along with writing collaborator Mary Jane Ross have authored Sinatra and Me: In the Wee Small Hours, a warm-hearted and moving book about Ol' Blue Eyes. Tony's involvement with Frank Sinatra began when Tony was 21 years old and he remained close to Sinatra until his passing. The stories in the book are told from the perspective of a man who knew Frank Sinatra very well, creating an intimate and interesting portrait.

This is Tony O.'s second visit on The Paul Leslie Hour. He is a former professional musician and singer, producer, and managed both Frank Sinatra and Don Rickles. He continues to work in the entertainment business to this day.

In this interview, we discuss his book and he shares more interesting perspectives on Frank Sinatra, an artist who still fascinates multitudes around the world to this very day. Tony O. is back! Don't miss it.

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#574 - Alan Pasqua Jun 07, 2021

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#574 - Alan Pasqua

Alan Pasqua is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

This is one of the most talented, accomplished performing and recording pianists out there. Alan Pasqua is a composer, educator, accompanist and bandleader. In addition to recordings of his own compositions, he's interpreted standards and other writers work with incredible taste and interest.

As a collaborator, Alan Pasqua has worked with Eddie Money, Rick Springfield, Carlos Santana, Bob Dylan and a great variety of other artists. He's one of those artists who can contribute in jazz and rock.

Listening to Alan Pasqua's music is a wonderful idea, and as a companion consider this warm interview. You'll appreciate not only this man's music, but also the man himself.

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