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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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#453 - Moe Bandy Aug 28, 2020

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453 - Moe Bandy

Country traditionalist Moe Bandy talks about the road he took in life, as a singer and recording artist. In the early days, he made a living working with sheet metal and at night he was in the clubs and honky tonks trying to get in front of people and his name to be known. He succeeded at going into music full time and is now a household name. He counts among his fans people of all ages from all walks of life, and even a President.

This interview was recorded for the radio show back in 2017. It's now being presented to everyone here on the podcast edition of 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.

#452 - Steve Dorff Aug 26, 2020

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452 - Steve Dorff

Many of you heard the interview with Steve Dorff heard on The Paul Leslie Hour podcast: Episode #111. That was actually my second time interviewing Steve Dorff.

A few years back Dorff was performing in Gainesville, Georgia for the John Jarrard Foundation concert. The day of the event I met with Steve Dorff and recorded this interview at the hotel where he was staying.

Dorff has written some very well known and much beloved songs: "Through the Years" recorded by Kenny Rogers, "Coca-Cola Cowboy" recorded by Mel Tillis, "I Cross My Heart" recorded by George Strait among many others. He's composed the music for several TV shows including the "Growing Pains" theme. To date, Dorff has had more than 20 top ten hits in pop and country music.

Recorded for the radio, it's a pleasure to present this interview for the listeners on another medium. It's right here on The Paul Leslie Hour!

#451 - Milton L. Brown Aug 24, 2020

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451 - Milton L. Brown

This interview with songwriter Milton L. Brown was recorded at the office of Bama Boy Productions in Mobile, Alabama. It was done face to face. Originally intended for the radio, it's now available on the podcast.

What a prolific songwriter he is. His songs have been recorded by everyone from Smokey Robinson, Ronnie Milsap, Tom Jones, Kenny Rogers and more. His songs have been featured in major motion pictures like Clint Eastwood's films "Every Which Way But Loose" and "Barroom Buddies." Milton L. Brown also has a Jimmy Buffett connection. He co-wrote the song "The Christian?" with Buffett prior to his Key West era.

It's a pleasure to present the Milton L. Brown interview to The Paul Leslie Hour!

#450 - Mac McAnally Returns Aug 21, 2020

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450 - Mac McAnally Returns

Mac McAnally is a returning guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

It's an honor to welcome back singer-songwriter, guitarist, performing and recording artist Mac McAnally. He is one of the most respected musicians and singer-songwriters around. In fact, he's the recipient of 10 Musicians of the Year awards from the Country Music Association. As a recording artist, he's released 14 studio albums. The most recent album from Mac McAnally is "Once in a Lifetime" on Mailboat Records.

This album is divergent for McAnally, but very refreshing. Along with songs he wrote solo there are a number of co-writes. The title track "Once in a Lifetime" was co-written with Drake White and is a duet of the two singers. His fans will enjoy "Changing Channels," a crowd pleaser McAnally wrote with his longtime friend Jimmy Buffett. There's also a very inspired interpretation of the Beatles classic "Norwegian Wood." The album's mood is optimistic and great medicine for these times we're in.

It was a great honor to connect with Mac McAnally yet again. His personality really shined through and you are invited to listen in. Right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

#449 - Terry Lederer Aug 19, 2020

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449 - Terry Lederer

Terry Lederer is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour

Terry Lederer is the Artist Services and Product Manager at the independent record label Little Flock Music. Little Flock was founded by singer-songwriter and guitarist Peter Mayer in 1999. Along with Peter Mayer, the label roster includes such talent as Scott Kirby, Roger Guth, Brendan Mayer, Eric Darken, the Massacoustics and Vincent Varvel.

Little Flock has had some acclaimed and beloved releases through the years in many genres from pop, spiritual, jazz, instrumental and rock. Reaching people with digital downloads, CDs and even vinyl records, Little Flock has been bringing a joyful noise to people from all walks of life and around the world. Many of these people have had the pleasure to interact with Terry Lederer. No doubt much of the label's success and endurance is thanks to her.

I thought it would be interesting to connect with a woman who has such a unique vantage point. Thankfully T.L. was on board and happy to talk about her work as well as the masterful, gifted recording artists who have a home on the Little Flock Music record label. It's here on The Paul Leslie Hour and you are most welcome to join us.

#448 - Don Cook Aug 17, 2020

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448 - Don Cook

Don Cook is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

I'm joined by Don Cook, a prolific songwriter who has written songs recorded by Brooks & Dunn, John Conlee, Conway Twitty, George Strait, Keith Whitley, Billy Gilman, T. Graham Brown and Steve Wariner to name, but a few.

Don Cook then transitioned into another role, picking up the hat of "record producer." He produced for Brooks & Dunn, Billy Gilman, Tracy Lawrence, Joe Diffie, Olivia Newton-John and others. He was also formerly in the business side of music publishing and was Chief Creative Officer at Sony/ATV Tree.

It's a true honor to welcome hitmaker and songwriter Don Cook, he's right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

#447 - Percy Sledge Aug 14, 2020

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447 - Percy Sledge

Percy Sledge was one of the greatest singers in American popular music. He was born November 25, 1941 and passed away April 14, 2015.

This interview with Percy Sledge was originally broadcast on The Paul Leslie Hour. He was a true legend in Soul and R&B. His song "When a Man Loves a Woman" was a hit song in 1966 and has received continuous radio airplay ever since. The song reached #1 in the US and went on to become an international hit. Percy Sledge was an inductee of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame, the Delta Music Museum, the Carolina Beach Music Hall of Fame and he was an inaugural Rhythm and Blues Foundation Pioneer Honoree.

Rolling Stone magazine lists Percy Sledge's "When a Man Loves a Woman" 54th in their list of the 500 greatest songs of all time. Some of his other classic songs include "It Tears Me Up," "Take Time to Know Her," "Love Me Tender," and "Cover Me."

#446 - Stephanie C. Brown Aug 12, 2020

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446 - Stephanie C. Brown

Stephanie C. Brown is a guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Stephanie C. Brown is a songwriter and educator. She is a role model to many and is still writing songs since it all began in 1975. Some of the artists who have recorded her work include Garth Brooks, Darryl & Don Ellis, Georgia Middleman and others.

Brown lives in a part of Alabama known as "the Shoals," where some great songs have been written and many more recorded. She joined me by phone for this very interesting, personal in-depth look.

#445 - Michael Cavanaugh Aug 10, 2020

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445 - Michael Cavanaugh

Michael Cavanaugh came on to talk about his concerts of Elton John and Billy Joel music. Originally aired on FM radio in Charleston, South Carolina, Cavanaugh was touring with his concerts.

An exceptionally talented pianist, vocalist and entertainer, he became friends with Billy Joel's tour manager who brought Billy to one of Michael's performances in Las Vegas.

Cavanaugh performed an Elton John song for Billy Joel who more than approved. His performances of Billy Joel and Elton John music have received great critical and audience acclaim. He was kind enough to share here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

#444 -Jason Burge - It's Still Billy Joel to Me - Vol. 2 Aug 07, 2020

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444 - Jason Burge - It's Still Billy Joel to Me - Vol. 2

The continuation of the series “It’s Still Billy Joel to Me” within The Paul Leslie Hour where we review all of the studio albums of singer-songwriter-pianist Billy Joel. This is Vol. 2 - "Piano Man."

Paul Leslie and co-reviewer Jason Burge delve into Billy Joel's second album "Piano Man,", produced by the late Michael Stewart. Recorded and released in 1973. The record has 10 songs including his signature song: "Piano Man."

This is the breakthrough record, that’s not to say that it was financially successful. Nonetheless... it’s place in history is sealed. The album was on Columbia Records... Billy was thrilled to be on the same label as Bob Dylan. Billy Joel's association with Columbia Records continues to this day.

It's a fast-paced, compelling discussion about America's foremost pianist-singer-songwriter second studio album! Tune in as we review the album.