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Author: John Montagna

John Montagna is a bass guitarist, singer, songwriter (but not a “singer-songwriter”) and Brooklyn Native. He has toured the world and elsewhere with Alan Parsons, Todd Rundgren, The Turtles (featuring Flo & Eddie) and many other legendary hit makers, and he created the theme music for the top-rated comedy podcast “WTF With Marc Maron.” John prefers to view his all-consuming obsession with The Beatles as an asset, rather than a liability.

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Irma Thomas, “After The Rain” & The Soul of New Orleans

Hurricane Katrina was a gut punch to New Orleans’ musicians like Irma Thomas. A reissue of a special album especially resonates today.

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Jimi Hendrix and His “Black Legacy”

Jimi Hendrix is typically associated with classic rock. But this author argues he deserves a bigger place within black culture and music.

by John Montagna August 6, 2020 Comments1

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Brian Wilson & Van Dyke Parks’ “Orange Crate Art”

When Van Dyke Parks tapped Brian Wilson to collaborate on “Orange Crate Art,” the result was more than memorable. A look at a 25th-anniversary reissue.

by John Montagna June 15, 2020 Comments0

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“Sanborn Sessions”: A Musical Family Affair

Sax star David Sanborn broke TV ground with “Night Music.” Now he has a new live-stream music series, “Sanborn Sessions.”

by John Montagna May 23, 2020 Comments0

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“Up From The Streets”: The New Orleans Film We Need Now

There’s no form of American music NOT influenced by New Orleans. “Up From the Streets” is a loving documentary and tribute to this unique city.