Postcards from Liverpool and Beatles Moments and Memories with guest Mark Brickley

On Thursday, August 29th, 2024, I hosted a special radio podcast titled ‘Postcards From Liverpool: Beatles Moments and Memories.’

We dove deep into the life, music, and cultural impact of The Beatles, with plenty of classic tracks to set the mood.

We were thrilled to have Mark Brickley as our guest, who discussed his outstanding book, ‘Postcards From Liverpool: Beatles Moments and Memories.’

Mark shared fascinating stories about The Beatles’ music, his journeys to iconic Beatles landmarks in London, Liverpool, New York, and Los Angeles, and his encounters with legends like Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Denny Laine, Laurence Juber, Pete Best, and others. He also gave us a glimpse into the many Beatles events he’s attended.

Don’t miss this episode packed with Beatles nostalgia! Tune in to the recording below and join us as we relive the magic of The Beatles.

My latest podcast, Classic Rock 60s-70s, aired on Thursday, May 1st, 2025, and it was a total blast!

We took a trip through some of the best tracks from the '60s and '70s, covering everything from rock, pop, and blues rock to psychedelic rock, sunshine pop, power pop, and, of course, classic rock. 🎸

We heard timeless music from legendary bands and artists like:

• The Yardbirds
• Cream
• The Who
• Traffic
• Badfinger
• Paul Revere and the Raiders
• The Monkees
• The Grass Roots
• Grand Funk Railroad
• And many more!

But the real treat was having Godfrey Townsend on the show. Godfrey’s an absolute legend in the rock world, and he shared incredible stories about his time performing with some of the greatest in the business.

He’s worked with names like Jack Bruce of Cream, Alan Parsons, John Entwistle of The Who, Dave Mason of Traffic, Joey Molland, and many others. He also talked about his time with The Yardbirds, his role as music director for the Happy Together Tour, and his epic tribute performances for Eric Clapton.

This episode is packed with rock nostalgia, powerful guitar performances, and some deep dives into music history. 🎧

Show Topic: A Tribute to Paul Simon – His Music & Legacy

The latest episode of my podcast, aired on Thursday, March 13th, 2025, was a special celebration of Paul Simon’s legendary career in promotion of his Spring and Summer 2025 tour, “Paul Simon in Concert: A Quiet Celebration.”

We took a deep dive into Paul Simon’s musical journey, from his early days with Simon & Garfunkel to his groundbreaking solo career, exploring the genres and influences that shaped his sound.

Listeners heard a mix of Simon & Garfunkel’s timeless classics, highlights from Simon’s acclaimed solo albums, and his most influential collaborations and innovations in folk, gospel, reggae, and world music.

What to Expect:

• Simon & Garfunkel Era – We revisited the beautiful harmonies and poetic storytelling of Simon & Garfunkel, with songs like:
• The Sound of Silence
• Mrs. Robinson
• The Boxer
• America
• Bridge Over Troubled Water
• Solo Career & Musical Exploration – Paul Simon’s solo years saw him embracing diverse musical styles, from gospel and reggae to jazz and soul. We highlighted tracks from his early solo albums:
• Paul Simon (1972) – Featuring Mother and Child Reunion and Me and Julio Down By The Schoolyard
• There Goes Rhymin’ Simon (1973) – With Kodachrome and Loves Me Like a Rock
• Still Crazy After All These Years (1975) – Including 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover
• The Graceland Phenomenon – Paul Simon’s most commercially successful and influential album, Graceland (1986), blended South African rhythms with Western pop, creating a revolutionary sound that introduced audiences worldwide to Afropop influences. We discussed how this genre-blending masterpiece changed the landscape of world music.

This was an episode listeners won’t want to miss! If you haven't already, be sure to tune in for an in-depth journey through Paul Simon’s extraordinary career.