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**The Paul Leslie Hour**

For 22 years, The Paul Leslie Hour has been about one thing: helping people tell their stories. From legends of arts and entertainment to today’s cultural voices, Paul Leslie brings conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. New episodes every week.

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#573 - Larry Carlton Jun 04, 2021

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#573 - Larry Carlton

The Larry Carlton Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

It is a great honor we present an interview with an artist known for both his solo records and his guitar session work. Larry Carlton is one of the greatest guitarists alive.

If you think this is an exaggeration, maybe you should see him in concert. This interview with Mr. Carlton was recorded prior to one of his concerts in Atlanta, Georgia. He was performing a pair of shows on the same night at the Sambuca restaurant in Buckhead. Sambuca is sadly no longer there.

The resulting conversation became one of the interviews which received the most feedback. This is a testament to Larry Carlton’s incredible following around the world.

He is a 4-time Grammy winner and 19-time Grammy nominee. He is a recipient of the George Benson Lifetime Achievement Award. He was named one of the 10 Greatest-Ever Session Guitarists by Gibson. Larry Carlton has been playing guitar since he was six years old. He began listening to to jazz music in Junior High School. In 1968, at 20 years old, Larry Carlton recorded his first album entitled "With a Little Help From My Friends." From 1971 to 1976 he played with jazz rock group The Crusaders. In 1973 he released his second solo project "Singing | Playing," featuring not only his guitar work, but also vocals.

While still touring with the Crusaders, he contributed as a guitar session player to albums from Sammy Davis, Jr., Herb Alpert, Quincy Jones, Paul Anka, Michael Jackson, John Lennon, and Jerry Garcia just to name a few.

Over time, Larry Carlton appeared on over 3,000 studio sessions. His accomplishments are many. He has written and co-written theme songs for TV shows including the hit sitcom "Who's the Boss?" and the drama "Hill Street Blues." He has written and recorded a film score and has appeared on more than 100 Gold Albums.

He was voted the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences "Most Valuable Player" 3 consecutive years. NARAS then named him Player Emeritus and he became retired from eligibility. Larry Carlton's mesmerizing guitar playing has appeared in 4 videos, 6 DVDs and 28 solo records.

It's a short, pre-concert interview - right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

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#572 - Gary Brooker of Procol Harum Jun 02, 2021

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#572 - Gary Brooker of Procol Harum

The Gary Brooker interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Gary Brooker is a founding member of the British rock band Procol Harum and the composer of many great songs including "A Whiter Shade of Pale." Brooker is a legend in music and spoke about some of the highlights of his career.

It's a short interview with one of music's greatest artists, that was originally broadcast on the radio. It's now available on a variety of platforms, right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

#571 - Jonathan Edwards May 31, 2021

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#571 - Jonathan Edwards

The Jonathan Edwards Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Jonathan Edwards is one of American music's true legends. Known for his performances and recordings, including his hit song "Sunshine," he has been a presence for decades. In his early days he opened for such artists as The Allman Brothers Band and B. B. King. Edwards is also an actor and has contributed to films through scoring.

Originally broadcast on the radio, this interview among other topics focuses on his album "My Love Will Keep."

#570 - Amanda Colleen Williams Returns May 28, 2021

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#570 - Amanda Colleen Williams Returns

Amanda Colleen Williams returns to The Paul Leslie Hour!

Cosmopolitan country entertainer, writer and recording artist Amanda Colleen Williams makes her triumphant return to The Paul Leslie Hour.

"Impressive" describes her, and it would be hard to keep up with all she does. Most recently, she's released her latest single, "I'm on Fire," written by Bruce Springsteen. It debuted on Hoebee in the Afternoon show on WAIL 99.5 FM.

An independent recording artist, Williams is about to release her studio album "Appalachia Kid." In addition to her records and performances, she's co-written songs which have been found on major releases with certified 17 million sales by the Recording Industry Association of America. Singers like Garth Brooks and George Jones have recorded her work.

An award-winning songwriter, Amanda Colleen Williams is also a successful business owner, a non-attorney copyright expert, educator, publisher and gifted public speaker. Inspiring is another word to describe this woman and unstoppable force in music.

Appearing originally on episode #9 of this show, it's great to have her back. In addition to an interesting and informative interview, she performs a few songs just for you.

Amanda Colleen Williams is right here, on The Paul Leslie Hour.

#569 - Jerry Douglas May 26, 2021

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#569 - Jerry Douglas

Jerry Douglas is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

We’re joined by an American original. Resonator and lap steel guitar master Jerry Douglas has made an immeasurable influence on country, bluegrass, Americana and traditional music. As a leader, accompanist or solo, Jerry Douglas has created some truly remarkable recordings and performances.

A 14 time Grammy award-winner, respected musician, record producer, composer and recording artist, Americana legend Willis Alan Ramsey said this about him, “Jerry Douglas, for decades now has taken the Dobro into whole new areas of discovery.”

He’s also recorded with a variety of artists: Paul Simon, Lyle Lovett, Garth Brooks, George Jones, Alison Krauss, James Taylor, Ray Charles, Tommy Emmanuel, in fact you can hear Jerry Douglas’s playing on more than 1,500 albums.

Our topic of discussion on this episodes includes the new record “Leftover Feelings,” from John Hiatt with the Jerry Douglas Band. It’s out May 21st, 2021 on New West Records.

Jerry Douglas is right here on The Paul Leslie Hour!

#568 - Judy Collins May 24, 2021

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#568 - Judy Collins

The Judy Collins interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

She's the songwriters best friend. Singer, performing and recording artist Judy Collins has beautifully interpreted some of the best songs ever written.

This is an interview that was originally broadcast on the radio in support of her album "Strangers Again," featuring duets with icons like Willie Nelson, Jeff Bridges, Michael McDonald, Jackson Browne, Glen Hansard, Don McLean, and rising stars like Bhi Bhiman, Ari Hest, and Thomas Dybdahl.

Ladies and gentlemen, Judy Collins.

#567 - Rob Fraboni May 21, 2021

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#567 - Rob Fraboni

Rob Fraboni is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Joining us is a master of sound. Rob Fraboni is a record producer and audio engineer who has contributed greatly to the world of sound production & engineering—the art and science of recording.

Keith Richards wrote this about him,"Rob Fraboni is a genius. He's one of the best sound engineers you can ever meet."

He's worked with the best artists and groups: The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, The Beach Boys, Tim Hardin, Bonnie Raitt, Joe Cocker, The Band and Eric Clapton. He also remastered the entire Bob Marley catalog when he was Vice President of Island Records. Fabroni also built and designed the Shangri-La Studios in Malibu, California.

It is with great passion and excitement that I present a legendary record man: Rob Fabroni!

#566 - Seth Godin May 19, 2021

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#566 - Seth Godin

Seth Godin is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

He is a teacher, entrepreneur, communicator extraordinaire, and author of more than 20 worldwide bestselling books in 36 languages. He is one of the world's foremost bloggers. Seth's Blog at https://seths.blog/ reaches multitudes of people with 7,000 posts and counting. He also hosts one of the top podcasts, which feels like a mixture of informational and spoken arts: the weekly "AKIMBO."

For those who read the books and blogs of Seth Godin, you'll see one name coming up again and again: singer-songwriter Bob Dylan. What can marketers learn from Bob Dylan? What about creators and artists in general? In fact, what could all of us learn from Dylan? Well, one of the greatest marketing minds of our time, Seth Godin discusses it on this episode. It's a short, but interesting talk. There's plenty of food for thought.

Seth Godin is right here one The Paul Leslie Hour.

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#565 - Clinton Heylin Returns May 17, 2021

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#565 - Clinton Heylin Returns

Clinton Heylin Returns to The Paul Leslie Hour.

He was first a guest last year, which resulted in a lot of mail from listeners. Clinton Heylin has been called "the world's foremost Dylan scholar," and has written extensively about many subjects in music, and much about singer-songwriter Bob Dylan.

A trained historian, Clinton Heylin's book The Double Life of Bob Dylan, is available in the United States on May 18, 2021. He was kind enough to join The Paul Leslie Hour to discuss many interesting topics, including the book. It is the first of two volumes.

Clinton Heylin delivers! It's an enjoyable and interesting interview with a knowledgeable man. Right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

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#564 - Happy Traum May 14, 2021

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#564 - Happy Traum

Happy Traum is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Folksinger, songwriter, producer, teacher and recording artist Happy Traum has made his life a musical one. He dropped in on The Paul Leslie Hour for an exclusive interview.

Happy Traum has appeared / recorded with an impressive list of artists: Bob Dylan, John Sebastian, Larry Campbell, Allen Ginsberg, etc. He's recorded several songs and has interpreted both his own compositions, but also folk songs and songs written by other writers.

The other side of Happy Traum, of course, is Home Spun, a company that provides resources for learning music instruction. Home Spun offers downloads, DVDs, books and CDs to teach proficiency in a variety of musical instruments. Some of the greatest musicians in history have provided these lessons on just about every instrument imaginable.

The history of Happy Traum is a fascinating one. He's seen and heard a lot. Thankfully, he provided this entertaining and light-hearted interview for the show. Enjoy the Happy experience!

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