Rock – Legacy Podcasts

Hosted by Ray Benson of Asleep at the Wheel, this episode features the talents of David Bowie, Jeff Beck, Bonnie Raitt and more!

The music of Sly and the Family Stone was incredibly funky to begin with, but imagine adding rapper Chuck D, soulman Isaac Hayes and singer D’Angelo to the mix. That’s what happened after producer Steve Jordan re-imagined Sly’s “Sing a Simple Song.” Chuck D and Isaac Hayes talk about Sly’s music and how he impacted the culture and their lives. Click here to listen.

Even though Sly and the Family Stone were together for a short period of time, their music continues to influence artists of many styles. Pop star John Mayer tells us about he teamed up with legendary blues guitarist Buddy Guy to put a serious edge on Sly’s “You Can Make It If You Try.” Click here to listen.

On this special podcast episode, Academy-award winning actor/screenwriter, and GRAMMY winning musician, Billy Bob Thornton shares his Elvis Presley playlist. RECOMMENDED: The Essential Elvis Presley (Very special thanks to Billy, Lisa Roy and JD Andrew) (This podcast episode produced by Vella Interactive)

On the final installment of the gospel podcast episodes, Elvis’ close friend Jerry Schilling talks candidly about watching Elvis sing gospel music at Graceland and also describes watching Elvis record spirituals in the studio. RECOMMENDED – Ultimate Gospel This is one of the finest albums for early sunday morning listening especially while sipping freshly brewed hot coffee. For all things Elvis visit: Elvis The Music Producer: Joyride Media

This is the final volume of this series. On October 5, 2004 Simon and Schuster published the book that according to The Guardian (UK) “no one thought he could write.” The first volume of Bob Dylan’s autobiographical memoir surprised fans and critics around the world. It was voted one of the best books of the year by The New York Times, The Washington Post, Newsday, People, Rolling Stone, and others too numerous to mention. The full audiobook is available for purchase from Amazon and via Audible.com Excerpted from the audiobook edition of CHRONICLES, VOLUME I by Bob Dylan. Copyright © 2004 by Bob Dylan. (P) 2004 by Simon & Schuster, Inc. Reproduced with the permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc. which reserves all rights.

On the second of three podcast episodes focused on the Gospel side of Elvis, author Joe Moscheo (The Gospel Side of Elvis) talks about how much Elvis enjoyed singing in the church and reflects on his the link between song and faith. RECOMMENDED – Ultimate Gospel This is one of the finest albums for early sunday morning listening especially while sipping freshly brewed hot coffee. For all things Elvis visit: Elvis The Music Producer: Joyride Media

On October 5, 2004 Simon and Schuster published the book that according to The Guardian (UK) “no one thought he could write.” The first volume of Bob Dylan’s autobiographical memoir surprised fans and critics around the world. It was voted one of the best books of the year by The New York Times, The Washington Post, Newsday, People, Rolling Stone, and others too numerous to mention. The full audiobook is available for purchase from Amazon and via Audible.com Excerpted from the audiobook edition of CHRONICLES, VOLUME I by Bob Dylan. Copyright © 2004 by Bob Dylan. (P) 2004 by Simon & Schuster, Inc. Reproduced with the permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc. which reserves all rights.

On October 5, 2004 Simon and Schuster published the book that according to The Guardian (UK) “no one thought he could write.” The first volume of Bob Dylan’s autobiographical memoir surprised fans and critics around the world. It was voted one of the best books of the year by The New York Times, The Washington Post, Newsday, People, Rolling Stone, and others too numerous to mention. The full audiobook is available for purchase from Amazon and via Audible.com Excerpted from the audiobook edition of CHRONICLES, VOLUME I by Bob Dylan. Copyright 2004 by Bob Dylan. (P) 2004 by Simon & Schuster, Inc. Reproduced with the permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc. which reserves all rights.

Most know Elvis as a rock-n-roll singer and legendary music icon but he was a masterful gospel singer and grew up singing in church. On the first of three podcast episodes, we explore this heart-felt and spiritual side of the King. Elvis friend, and author, Jerry Schilling is featured. RECOMMENDED – Ultimate Gospel It just doesn’t get any deeper than this. Elvis at his vocal finest – pure, inspired and down right sensational! For all things Elvis visit: Elvis The Music Producer: Joyride Media

On our third episode, Chuck D, Rose Stone and Joel Selvin discuss the style and musical complexities of SLY AND THE FAMILY STONE. The hit “Thank You For Letting Me By Myself” is also a point of discussion. Ben Fong-Torres hosts. RECOMMENDED: Sly and the Family Stone Greatest Hits ONLINE: SLY STONE music

On the final episode of “The Early Years,” we find Elvis back from his stint in the Army only to find his mother dying. The public finally embraces the King and Hollywood becomes a second home for Elvis – movies, movies, movies!!! RECOMMENDED – Elvis At The Movies A killin’ collection of the greatest Elvis’ Hollywood hits. For all things Elvis visit: Elvis The Music Producer: Joyride Media

Enjoy the second podcast episode (of three) on SLY AND THE FAMILY STONE. On this program, we focus on the mega-hit record “Dance To The Music” and dive into the look and sound of the band while also touching upon Sly’s free thinking, peace loving, Bay Area roots. You gotta love these grooves – pure magic! Ben Fong-Torres, Joel Selvin and band members are featured. RECOMMENDED: Sly and the Family Stone Greatest Hits ONLINE: SLY STONE music Producer: Joyride Media

SLY AND THE FAMILY STONE are credited as one of the first racially integrated bands in music history, belting their message of peace, love and social consciousness through a string of hit anthems that fused R&B, soul, funk and rock n roll. On the first of three podcast episodes, Ben Fong-Torres and a host of others tell the remarkable and historical story of Sly and the Family Stone. RECOMMENDED: Sly and the Family Stone Greatest Hits ONLINE: SLY STONE music Producer: Joyride Media

Rock-n-Roll is hot! Elvis begins his music career, makes his first movie joins the Army. Elvis himself and renowned Elvis biographer Peter Guralnick are again featured. RECOMMENDED – KING CREOLE Elvis’ 1958 soundtrack album featuring the classic song King Creole. For all things Elvis visit: Elvis The Music Producer: Joyride Media