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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“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.”

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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.

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Little Richard: Long Live the Architect of Rock

The loss of Little Richard has ginned up lots of memories. This one, from a Grammy ceremony, perfectly sums up how he set the tone for rock.

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Joni Mitchell’s “Shine” – A New Vinyl Version

Joni Mitchell’s 2007 project, “Shine,” has just been issued on a lush vinyl version. That brings her evocative musicality and lyrics out in a new way.

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Catching Up With Matthew Wilder: No Breaking His Stride

Matthew Wilder had a huge 80s hit with “Break My Stride.” Now it’s a TikTok meme. We caught up with him in a new interview.