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Renowned ʻukulele virtuoso’ Jake Shimabukuro has teamed up with drumming legend and Fleetwood Mac co-founder Mick Fleetwood to announce the release of their forthcoming album, Blues Experience, due October 18th via Forty Below Records. Blues Experience promises to be a landmark release; it combines the formidable talents of Jake Shimabukuro and Mick Fleetwood with fresh, innovative interpretations of blues classics. Fans can expect a bold and forward-looking album deeply rooted in tradition. This groundbreaking project sees Shimabukuro and Fleetwood breathe new life into classic blues tunes, resulting in an exhilarating and unique reinterpretation of some of the genre’s greatest hits. The album also features a new song written by Jake, “Kula Blues,” which is about the area of Maui where Mick lives. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk.

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Scott Tournet is well-known for being a founding member of Grace Potter & The Nocturnals (2003-2014), he was a co-writer on three of their Top 40 albums and scored a gold record for the song “Paris.” He is also a frontman for Elektric Voodoo, was also one for Blues & Lasers, and has had three solo albums. Scott has also written and recorded with Dan Auerbach (The Black Keys), Willie Nelson, T Bone Burnett, Kenny Chesney, Alison Krauss, Mark Batson (Dr. Dre, Alicia Keys, Eminem) and others, and performed with The Allman Brothers, members of The Grateful Dead and Phish, Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top) and many others.   Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk.

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Taylor Barton is a multi-talented writer/producer/ singer-songwriter as well as an author, she has released 12 of her own albums and EPs and assorted books, and her current poignantly haunting new 'Get Off My Ship' EP and riveting novel 'Condom Eddie' find Taylor at the very top of her game, tackling topical issues with a poet’s pen and a composer’s ear. And she has been married to famed guitarist GE Smith since 1990. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk.

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Jonathan Sloane is what has been called a “remarkable and incredibly versatile guitarist and songwriter who brings an impressive range of skill to the American music scene.”  His sound is an “intriguing blend of genres” which brings together blues, funk, Americana, soul and rock into a unique and captivating experience. Hailing from the Washington DC Metro area, Sloane‘s immaculate command of both rhythm and lead guitar has made him a top sought after session and touring guitarist by several of the biggest names in roots rock nationally, along with having his own talented bands.  Across the U.S., Jonathan has had the pleasure of working and sharing stages with names such as Amy Helm, Billy Strings, Butch Trucks, Daryl Davis, Ivan Neville, Jackie Green, Tab Benoit, Samantha Fish, Phil Lesh, and more.   Fans have also come to know Sloane from writing and performing with Anders Osborne, appearing on the “Orpheus and the Mermaids” acoustic duo record and touring venues and festivals across the country. Additionally, Jonathan is an original member of Yellow Dubmarine – a popular regional tribute band blending energizing dub and reggae rhythms – which further evidences his artistic versatility.  Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk.

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Grammy-nominated Chris Brubeck, one of five sons and one daughter of jazz legend Dave Brubeck and his wife Iola, is a longtime highly respected musician who continues to distinguish himself as an innovative performer and award-winning composer and arranger, clearly tuned into the pulse of contemporary music. John von Rhein, music critic for The Chicago Tribune, calls Chris “a composer with a real flair for lyrical melody – a 21st Century Lenny Bernstein.” Many of his "classical" compositions still contain strong hints of the jazz influence of his seminal father, he has created an impressive body of symphonic work while maintaining a demanding touring and recording schedule with the Brubeck Brothers Quartet (with brother Dan on drums) whose recordings have all landed in the Top 10 on Jazz Radio Charts. His standing-ovation-worthy compositions have been commissioned by the Boston Symphony, New York Pops, Kennedy Center, Baltimore Symphony, and many others. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk.

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Alan Chapell is not just a musician - he's a cultural alchemist who mixes the sonic textures of the 80s and 90s with the introspective lyricism of the 70s. He blends a lifetime of making music with an advanced degree in privacy and human rights, giving him a rare dual perspective that resonates deeply in his songwriting. Along with his musical success, Alan has carved out a niche as an attorney, advising tech companies on privacy issues. When the producers of HBO's "Silicon Valley" consider creating a character to lampoon your role in the tech space, you know you've made it. Chapell's albums are currently being played on over 150 radio stations in the U.S. and he's played to jam-packed houses around the world from Mumbai to Managua. Chapell has shared the stage with a variety of rock icons including Bighead Todd, Little River Band, Tim Reynolds, Edgar Winter, Gin Blossoms, Everclear, Lisa Loeb, 38 Special, Bighead Todd, Iron Butterfly, Flock of Seagulls and Jackopearce. Chapell is averaging over 50K monthly listening on Spotify. One of Chapell's albums from 2016 was The Redhead’s Allegations was produced by his good friend & Grammy Award-winner/Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Jerry Harrison from Talking Heads. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk

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IT'S A LIVING ON MUSIC ONE-ON-ONE WITH DRIVE-BY TRUCKERS' MAIN MAN & CO-FOUNDER PATTERSON HOOD, TALKING ABOUT THEIR CURRENT MAJOR 2024 TOUR, WHAT THEIR MOST RECENT DBT RECORDS ARE ALL ABOUT, WHAT IT'S LIKE STILL CLIMBING OUT OF THE PANDEMIC FOR A ROCK BAND AND MORE! Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe to Living On Music with Steve Houk on YouTube here: youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk

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RIZZ & THE BELIEVERZ was founded by Troy Luccketta, former Tesla drummer and longtime player, along with Rizz, a young and charasmatic singer-songwriter whose soulful voice and poignant songwriting captivate audiences. Due to overwhelming and popular demand after the April release of their debut single “Don’t Stop Tryin’,” they released their self-produced debut five-song EP EVERYDAY PEOPLE on Friday, May 10 on their own label Blessings & Love Records with distribution via Select-O-Hits and it is now available on all digital outlets. Their sound is a mix of REGGAE/ROCK/HIP HOP and the record was mixed by Grammy Award-winner Steve Marcantonio (Taylor Swift, John Lennon), mastered by Grammy Award winner Nathan Dantzler (Gwen Stefani, Teddy Swims), and features an appearance by Wilburn "Squidly" Cole on ��Can We Go.” RIZZ AND THE BELIEVERS band lineup is stellar: Troy Luccketta (Drums)...Rizz (Vocals/Songwriter)...Peter Keys (Keys) who brings the soulful essence of Lynyrd Skynyrd to the band...Michael Devin (Bass), the bass maestro from White Snake who lays down the foundation with his rhythmic brilliance...John Salaway (Guitar), a Grammy-considered true musical polymath...Michael Staetrow (Guitar), the guitar luminary from Lou Gramm’s world... and Troy Luccketta Jr. (Percussion) taking after his father on percussion. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe to Living On Music with Steve Houk on YouTube here: youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk

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In the late 40’s and early 50’s, that wild and unpredictable time when roots country music careened head-long into the birth of rock ‘n roll, a new sound emerged - a wondrous fusion of some of the best elements of vintage country music and vocal harmonies with an early rock ‘n roll feel. And this is exactly what Dede and the Do-Rights music is all about! Their powerful vocals and beautiful harmonies are a treat to the ear and the band’s exciting, infectious energy makes their listeners want to jump to their feet and dance the night away! Dede Wyland has forged her musical career in the great world of bluegrass music as a nationally and internationally known singer and touring artist. Her compelling voice has enchanted audiences around the globe, and her driving rhythm guitar style becomes the rhythmic core of whatever group she joins forces with. Since moving to the D.C. area, she has been the recipient of 11 Washington Area Music Association Awards for her singing, and her career is the subject of a dedicated chapter in Murphy Henry’s 2013 book Women in Bluegrass: Pretty Good for a Girl. When asked about her own thoughts regarding the country music world, Dede said this: “I love how country music can span from highly energetic fun to a low key intimacy, and how the cathartic nature of the style creates a deeper and more direct connection between the artist and the listener.” Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe to Living On Music with Steve Houk on YouTube here: youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk

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Stacy Widelitz is a composer, songwriter, arranger, musician and photographer who most notably co-wrote "She's Like The Wind" with longtime friend Patrick Swayze, a song that has been played on US radio over four million times and was part of the multi-platinum soundtrack from "Dirty Dancing." He also composed the theme song for the first Richard Simmons TV series, has done many other film and TV music scoring, and most recently, began a surging black-and-white photography aspect of his career that has had him snapping stellar photos in Italy, Cuba, Washington DC, New Orleans, New York, London, Berlin and elsewhere, and has led to him getting a show and artist representation at The Arts Company, now re-branded as Chauvet Arts, on 5th Ave in Nashville, winning photography awards and also having his work displayed at Nashville International Airport. Stacy has also served four years as Commissioner in the City of Oak Hill, Tennessee, as well as as board president of Nashville Film Festival, ALIAS Chamber Ensemble, Leadership Music, and Nashville Opera. He is currently the president of Nashville Opera Guild. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe to Living On Music with Steve Houk on YouTube here: youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk

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DEAN ROLAND, an American musician and songwriter, is best known for being the rhythm guitarist of the band COLLECTIVE SOUL, an alternative rock band fronted by his brother Ed, plus Dean is also part of the rock duo Magnets & Ghosts alongside Ryan Potesta. 2024 is going to be a busy year for these multi-platinum rockers who will be celebrating their 30th anniversary with various projects throughout the year, first up will be their highly anticipated 12th studio release, HERE TO ETERNITY, due out May 17, as well as an extensive US tour. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk.

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ANNIE RAY currently serves as both the Orchestra Director and Performing Arts Department Chair at Annandale High School (AHS) in the Fairfax County Public School (FCPS) system; "Music itself is not the universal language," she says, "but the ACT OF MAKING MUSIC is.” Annie is an advocate for providing universal access to quality music education and is known for founding and developing creative opportunities to make music accessible to students of all demographics. Her additional creation of the FCPS Parent Orchestra teaches just under 200 caregivers annually to learn to play their student’s instrument and provides mentorship to upcoming music teachers. She created the Crescendo Orchestra program to make Orchestra curriculum accessible to students with significant developmental or intellectual disabilities, in January 2022 this program was featured and acclaimed on the cover of and with an article in the Metro section of The Washington Post. In 2023, she was named the FCPS Outstanding Secondary Teacher of the Year for her work on equity in education, and in 2024, Annie was named the 2024 Grammy Music Educator Award recipient. About her winning the Grammy: “Most of all I want to thank my students to whom this award actually belongs, the love of making music has been our unity and community. Thank you all for allowing me to guide you in this, I am humbled to accept this award for you all.” Annie currently resides in Arlington, Virginia with her husband IRVING and their girls ELOISE and MILLIE. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk.

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John DeNicola is an American songwriter and producer best known for co-writing the song "(I've Had) The Time of My Life" for which he won both an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award, as well as receiving a Grammy nomination in 1988. In 1989 he was the co-winner of ASCAP Awards' "Most Performed Songs from Motion Pictures" for "Time of My Life" as well as for "Hungry Eyes", another song from the film. In addition to Dirty Dancing hits for Bill Medley, Jennifer Warnes and Eric Carmen, he has also written songs with and for Eddie Money, John Waite, Kristine W, Steve Holy, Jeannie Kendall, Sugar Jones, Annie Haslam, Bernie Worrell, The Sighs and Martin Briley, and has recently released his own two solo albums.  Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk.

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This wonderful longtime Connecticut-born/Virginia-based singer/songwriter/guitarist and storyteller's latest solo project "Treasures in My Chest" is a profound album and book about his singular experiences deeply exploring his family history. Hailing from the historic village of Lincoln, Virginia, Andrew has had a long musical life with numerous albums, several band collaborations and more, he also teaches guitar and songwriting, offers a variety of programs and workshops for students and adult learners, and is a consultant for people learning to use DNA for genealogy and family history research. His music is in several documentaries and podcasts, and he has written songs with both kindergarteners as well as one on one with veterans to help healing their PTSD. His ambitious plans for 2024, in addition to writing songs for the next album, are as diverse as his interests: he is featured in and helped produce two music mini-documentaries for release this year, he is also helping his cousin, singer and actress Suzanne Lukather, developing her one-woman stage show Little Blue Suitcase, and he is launching a new service, interviewing revered family elders on video telling their stories in their own words to future generations. And while development was stalled by the pandemic, he is now finishing work on his inspirational keynote program, “The Gifts in Our Genes.” Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk. Become a supporter of this podcast here:https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/living-on-music-with-steve-houk--5376946/support.

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The world's most revered and adored ukelele player/songwriter JAKE SHIMABUKURO joins Living On Music for the third time, here talking about his most recent album 'Grateful' and how he collaborated on the record with a real treasure trove of the best Hawaiian musicians anywhere, some that influenced and mentored him and halped start his career, some he collaborated and bonded with, and some he just wanted to perform alongside with. Jake also talks about his upcoming Japanese tour, which for his first time ever will be with a foursome, and he also touches on how he became influenced to play ukelele. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk. Become a supporter of this podcast here:https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/living-on-music-with-steve-houk--5376946/support.

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Born in Bogota, Colombia, Andrés Cepeda is a platinum-selling producer, singer and songwriter with a unique career that has allowed him to tour the world, be on the cover of multiple magazines, newspapers and playlists on major music platforms, he has been a coach on talent shows, including 12 seasons of La Voz (The Voice) in his hometown of Colombia, also achieving top of radio charts with countless singles. With over 12 million followers on social media platforms, Andrés has received fifteen nominations and has won four Latin Grammy Awards, plus multiple diamond, platinum and gold records, and has shared unparalleled experiences with his fans. His style has become iconic because his personal signature has allowed him to blend different genres always rescuing romantic lyrics. All this has made Andrés Cepeda become one of the most respected and beloved artists in Latin America. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe to Living On Music on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk.

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Back in the late 80's when the legendary club Palomino in LA was a seminal spot for the post-cowpunk California country scene, The Mustangs were a young, all-girl band who were "long on chops and strong on harmonies." After a successful few years of touring and performing, members of the group parted ways in the mid-90s to pursue other musical interests, but in 2017, The Mustangs began their renewal remembering how strong their sound was. The three original members of the group -- Suzanna Spring, Holly Montgomery and Sherry Rayn Barnett -- reconnected with a new name, Mustangs Of The West, added two dynamic new players to complete the line-up: Canadian drummer Suzanne Morissette and violinist/vocalist Aubrey Richmond, and after hearing the band rehearse at Clear Lake Audio, Los Angeles label Blue Élan Records offered the band a deal on the spot, resulting in their 2020 album release called "TIME," produced by Mark Howard (Willie Nelson, Neil Young, Lucinda Williams, Emmylou Harris, U2) and received acclaim from the San Francisco Chronicle, Americana Highways, Goldmine Magazine, No Depression, Pulse, Guitar Girl Magazine, renowned Nashville journalist Holly Gleason, and many other music writers. As the music business slowly recovered from COVID shutdowns, Mustangs Of The West joined a new label, and the result was “SEA OF HEARTBREAK" and "DOWN AT THE PALOMINO," released in July 2023. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe to Living On Music on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk.