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Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and music producer Buck Johnson is the keyboardist and backing vocalist for the legendary rock band Aerosmith, the Hollywood Vampires (Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper, and Joe Perry), and The Joe Perry Project. Buck hails from the backroads of Shady Grove, Alabama, just outside Birmingham, where he grew up singing gospel throughout the South with his musical family. Since beginning his career, the soulful rock artist has amplified his musical talent by performing in churches, bars, festivals, and concert halls globally alongside icons like Aerosmith, Johnny Depp and Alice Cooper. As a songwriter, Buck co-wrote the international hit single for Carlos Santana, "Just Feel Better," for his 2005 album All That I Am, featuring Steven Tyler. After moving to Nashville in 2006, Buck joined the country rock band Whiskey Falls, releasing their self-titled album in 2007 and earning two Country Top 40 hit singles, "Last Train Running" and "Falling Into You." Buck credits his Alabama roots and his many years of living in California for his soulful rock Cala-Bama sound. Buck has also had numerous songs featured on television and in films as a songwriter, composer, producer, and performer, including the song "You Came Along" featuring Billy Ray Cyrus on vocals for the Lifetime movie Flying By, “Working Man” by Whiskey Falls for the ABC TV show Extreme Makeover-Home Edition, and "Fast Talking Lover" by Whiskey Falls for the ABC TV show Nashville. Continuing to expand his songwriting and musicianship, Buck produced and co-wrote Kaitlyn Kohler’s single "I’m Not Crying," which recently went No. 1 at Texas Country radio. Buck has also recorded and/or toured with such notable acts as The Doobie Brothers (“Rockin’ Down The Highway” live album), Tal Bachman (hit single “She’s So High”), Jon McLaughlan (hit single “Beautiful Disaster”), John Waite, Chris Stills, Timothy B. Schmit (The Eagles), and more. He has also worked as a songwriting collaborator, session vocalist, and musician with songwriters and producers Jamie Houston (High School Musical, Carlos Santana), Charlie Midnight (The Doobie Brothers), and Bob Rock (Tal Bachman). Buck’s latest works feature various iconic artists, including his self-produced rock ‘n’ roll album, mixed by Chad Carlson (Taylor Swift, Blues Traveler, Chris Isaak, Trisha Yearwood); engineered by Tim Brennan (Steven Tyler, Chris Daughtry, Jason Mraz); Nick Buda on drums (Taylor Swift, Dolly Parton, Kenny Chesney); on guitar, Rob McNelley (Jelly Roll, Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood); Luis Maldonado (Train, Foreigner); and Geoff Pearlman (Linda Perry, Rikki Lee Jones, Jakob Dylan); and Ted Pecchio on bass (Doyle Bramhall II, Derek Trucks Band). The album features notable lead guitarists Damon Johnson (Lynyrd Skynyrd), Peter Stroud (Sheryl Crow), and the songwriting team of Buck and Charlie Midnight (James Brown, Joe Cocker, and Joni Mitchell). As a versatile entertainer, Buck’s artistry encompasses American rock ‘n’ roll with a unique soulful flare that comes from his gospel roots, creating a sound and style of his own. #aerosmith #hollywoodvampires #steventyler #joeperry #alicecooper #johnnydepp #newmusic #newsingle #newalbum #newrelease #keyboardist #vocalist #guitarist #rockmusic #popmusic #bluesmusic 

Legendary singer/songwriter Manchester is celebrating her fifty-year career with a new album RE:View.  Following her stint as a founding member of Bette Midler’s Harlettes, Melissa’s tremendously successful solo career brought her critical and commercial acclaim, garnering her nineteen Billboard charted hits.  She’s known for “Midnight Blue”, but she received her first Grammy nomination for Best Pop Female Vocal Performance in 1979 for the Peter Allen/Carole Bayer Sager-penned “Don’t Cry Out Loud.”  She went on to win the Grammy in that category four years later for the disco hit “You Should Hear How She Talks About You.”   Melissa has had her songs recorded by Barbra Streisand, Roberta Flack, Alison Krauss, Kenny Loggins and many others. In 1980, she made history, by being the first artist EVER to have TWO Academy Award nominated songs in a single year, “Through The Eyes Of Love (from Ice Castles)” and “I’ll Never Say Goodbye (from The Promise), and she was the first to perform both songs in the same Oscar telecast.  Her charge into film continued with music for several other films including The Great Mouse Detective, Lady and the Tramp II, Dirty Girl, and Tyler Perry’s For Colored Girls. In 2023, Melissa embraces her multi-faceted five-decade career with the release of her 25th album, RE:VIEW, a collection of her classic hits, revisited and reimagined. #singersongwriter #music #newmusic #newalbum #barrymanilow #bettemidler #kennyloggins #duets #musical #funnygirl #legand #musiclegend #musiclegacy

Wilson Fairchild, a country music duo made up of Wil and Langdon Reid. They come from country music and gospel royalty as, Wil’s dad is Harold Reid and Langdon’s dad is Don Reid of the legendary Statler Brothers.   Both highly acclaimed songwriters, Wil and Langdon have been writing songs and playing guitar since their teenage years and have written with chart toppers like Bryan Kennedy (Garth Brooks), Gordon Kennedy (Peter Frampton), Jeff Hyde (Eric Church) and more. They learned from the best and are no strangers to knowing how to put an idea to music and come away with a great, storytelling song.   Wil and Langdon opened for the late George Jones for nearly four years, have graced the stage of the Grand Ole Opry and have been featured on Larry’s Country Diner on RFD-TV. They continue carrying on a family legacy of great music, high energy performances and pure entertainment. #countrymusic #countrymusicduo #countryradio #newalbum #newmusic #familylegacy #gospelmusic #gospel #countryduo 

T.G. Sheppard has always had an unstoppable passion for music. That passion, combined with a steadfast dedication to entertainment, has made him one of the most popular live performers in country music today. With 21 #1 hit songs, his live concerts are packed full of his chart-topping tunes like “Last Cheater’s Waltz,” “I Loved ‘Em Every One,” and “Do You Wanna Go To Heaven.” TG Sheppard recently celebrated the 40th Anniversary of his #1 hit single "Slow Burn" in 2023, which was released in September 1983 and was the title track of the hit album as well. "Slow Burn" became his thirteenth number-one hit, spending fourteen weeks in the Top 40. The album also included the popular singles "Somewhere Down The Line" and "Make My Day" with Clint Eastwood, which was added to the record for a re-release in February 1984 and used in the hit film 'Sudden Impact’. Today, it’s all about Valentine’s Day with a new single with his wife Kelly Lang, You’re Still The One. #countrymusic #countryradio #NASCAR #newsong #touring #garthbrooks #shaniatwain #ronniemilsap #kidrock #johntravolta

My guest today is country/folk recording artist Mary McGuinness, an accomplished artist based in Nashville. She is celebrated for her multi-cultural roots and relentless devotion to music. Her newest single "Once In A Blue Moon" is a prelude to Mary's forthcoming full-length album, "Shadowcatcher", expected to launch in early 2024. Co-written with Jane Back, this single portrays a melody-rich narrative of a love so rare it feels like a masterpiece painted by destiny itself. With influences ranging from the Beatles to the iconic rock anthems of the 70s, and cosmic inspirations, Mary's music represents a rich and diverse tapestry of her life. Her multi-cultural heritage and glowing passion for music are reflected in her very well produced records, promising listeners a unique and authentic musical experience. Mary's journey from her vibrant, culturally enriched background to her navigation through life's challenges culminates in her latest project. It's not just a musical endeavor but a soulful exploration offering a glimpse into her life, her passion, her heritage, and her unwavering commitment to her art. #CountryMusic #FolkMusic #NewMusic #newalbum #newsingle #newrelease #countrymusicradio #countryradio #CMT ##countrymusiclovers #folkmusiclovers #folkmusicfestival #lindaronstadt 

For patients suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, no memories are safe — from the recollections of daily responsibilities to our most cherished moments. And despite having invested billions of dollars over the last 30 years into Alzheimer’s research, the pharmaceutical industry has approved few drugs, all of which are very expensive, and only slow the rate of decline. However, some Alzheimer’s patients, refusing to accept this prognosis, are turning to a new method, spearheaded by American neurologist Dr Dale Bredesen. This precision medicine approach uses the expanded health data of each patient to find the root cause of their illness, and generate personalized protocols. Yet Dr. Bredesen, best-selling author of The End of Alzheimer’s, faces constant skepticism from the mainstream medical community for his method, and his research was repeatedly denied approval for clinical trials until 2019. Even so, many patients following the protocol show signs of reversing their cognitive decline. Narrated by Michael Bublé, Memories for Life – Reversing Alzheimer’s shows the eye-opening results of this life-changing treatment and questions why something with the potential to reverse such a devastating disease is not being embraced by medical researchers. What if this is the best chance we have to hold on to the most precious of things – our memories? Go to MemoriesForLifeFilm.com and watch the best film on fighting dementia. We all need to start making lifestyle changes. To save your memories, you must start saving your memory. #alzheimers #alzheimersdisease #alzheimersawareness #reversingalzheimers #memoriesforlife #mentalhealth #aging #antiaging #reverseaging #dementia #nutrition #healthydiet #healthyliving #healthychoices #memory #memories #alzheimersresearch 

LIFE CLUES: Unlocking the Lessons to an Exceptional Life Angela Santomero co-created the award-winning children’s television series Blue’s Clues, manifesting as television episodes, authored books, Paramount movies, live shows at Radio City Music Hall, and countless spin-offs. This extraordinary opportunity became the guiding light of my life’s mission: to utilize my knowledge of kids, media, and education to change lives for the better. She went on to create Super Why: Super Readers, empowering young minds with the Power to Read (PBS), and Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood both on PBS, a heartfelt tribute to the legacy of her mentor, Fred Rogers, from Mister Roger’s Neighborhood.  Angela doesn’t let grass grow under her feet as she also created Creative Galaxy (Amazon Kids) emerged as an endeavor to nurture kids’ artistic inclinations, while Wishenpoof (Amazon Kids) aimed to empower children through captivating anthems. Angela’s newest series, Dee & Friends in Oz, a magical, musical re-telling of the infamous Wizard of Oz story through the eyes of a preschooler, will premiere on Netflix, February 2024. #purpose #destiny #lifelessons #selfhelp #selfcare #selfempowerment #lifeclues #purposedriven #bluesclues #misterrogers #childrenstelevision #nickelodeon #PBS #sesamestreet 

Maria Baltazzi has developed and produced television shows throughout the world. She was one of the original supervising producers of the TV mega hit, Survivor. She is a member of both the Producers and Directors Guilds of America. Maria’s new book, Take a Shot at Happiness: How to Write, Direct & Produce The Life You Want gives insights about being happy learned from her time in the entertainment industry, observing people and events, traveling, and studying well-being. Within the pages is a practical guide for a creative path to happiness through taking photographs with your camera phone, journaling about things that truly matter, and being part of a supportive community. She says you can create a healthier state of being and have fun doing it. Even when your world turns upside down, you can still be the writer, director, and producer of the life you want. #newbook #author #happiness #purpose #destiny #televisionproducer #emmywinner #survivor #survivorseries #tvshow #tvseries 

Ben Hylden, a motivational speaker who’s plan of being a top athlete changed from being in a horrific car accident. Ben was left with a 5% chance of survival due to the severity of his injuries. Doctors told him due to the traumatic brain injury, he would have limitations in school and would probably never be able to play sports again.  Ben is here today to share his story and his new my book, Finding Faith in the Field. And he learned one vital element in life, it is that with God, all things are possible.  #inspiration #faith #ministry #motivationalspeaker #speaker #newbook #author 

Eddie Witz and The Most High combine the magical vibes of Jack Johnson with the sunshine of Jimmy Buffett and mix it into a genre-blended gumbo that takes us into a place from which we never want to escape.  Eddie’s vocals dance between the bold and gentle, complimented by his collaborations with Grammy award-winning producer Native Wayne Jobson, and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame songwriter and producer Jeff Barry.  Additional notable musicians featured in his first album include the iconic drumming of Sly Dunbar of Sly and Robbie fame, as well as the highly acclaimed keyboardist Robbie Lyn with additional drumming and percussion provided by Jack Johnson’s percussionist, Adam Topol. Eddie Witz’a first record, “My Island” was released on October 2023, quickly garnered over 30,000+ streams and regular radio play in the USA and Jamaica, and is currently spinning regularly on multiple Sirius/XM channels. New releases off his first album feature a collaboration with Rock & Roll global legend Bryan Adams and Jamaican rapper/pop artist Shenseea. #jamacianmusic #islandmusic #jimmybuffett #newmusic #wellness #music #newsingle #jackjohnson #siriusxm #radio #popmusic 

Our guest today is legendary actress and singer Jan Daley. Adored for her unique magic of making what’s classic, contemporary again. As a young adult in the '60s, she was crowned Miss California. In 1970 Jan’s recording of "Til Love Touches Your Life" from the film Madron was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Song. During that time she opened on tour for several legendary comedians, among them George Burns, Rodney Dangerfield, Don Rickles, and Bob Hope. Jan went on to accompany Bob Hope on tour, performing to audiences around the world, including U.S. troops in Vietnam, with the Bob Hope Christmas Tour 50 years ago. With her incredible vocals, Jan became a frequent star on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Carol Burnett Show. This year, Jan was inducted into the Women Songwriters Hall of Fame, capping a career spanning over 50 years. #entertainment #entertainer #singer #singersongwriter #songwriter #jazzsinger #bobhope #rodneydangerfield #georgeburns #donrickles #deanmartin #johnnycarson #thetonightshow #cancersurvivor 

Victoria Jackson grew up in a Bible-believing, piano-playing, TV-free home in Miami. When Johnny Crawford (The Rifleman) met her at a Birmingham summer stock production, he bought her a one-way ticket to Hollywood to be in his night club act.  For two years, she held odd jobs in the show-biz capital — as a cigarette girl, waitress, and typist — until Johnny Carson noticed her stand-up routine and put her on The Tonight Show… twenty times. After that, she starred in many movies and TV shows, most notably six seasons on Saturday Night Live. Victoria still appears in films, does stand-up comedy, sings her original ukulele songs. She recently released her first music-comedy album, When I Get to Nashville, playing her signature ukulele paired with her instantly-recognizable high-pitched voice, Victoria works her way through “When I Get to Nashville,” with 18 hilarious songs (plus some stand up) about landing in Music City - where she’s determined to find her way to the Grand Ole Opry stage. The album also features a cameo from fellow-SNL star Rob Schneider. #comedy #standupcomedy #comedian #comic #comedienne #SNL #SaturadayNightLive #JohnnyCarson #TheTonightShow #UHF #weirdal #musiccomedy #newalbum #minniepearl