A Conversation with Dead Rock West’s Cindy Wasserman – HuffPost 4.29.11

Mike Ragogna: Cindy, creatively, what was yours and Frank’s approach with Bright Morning Stars‘ spirituals that differs from how you recorded your debut album, Honey And Salt? Cindy Wasserman: The recording process for BMS was fast & focused. We recorded the record in 4 days. We were all in one room and we never did more than 4 takes […]

A Conversation With Bruce Hornsby – HuffPost 4.29.11

Mike Ragogna: Hey Bruce, what’s going on? Bruce Hornsby: Hey Mike, just grinding away on the road. How have you been? MR: Pretty well since the last visit, which feels like a month ago. Bruce, you’ve got a new album, Bride Of The Noisemakers, which especially celebrates your last few albums and playing out on the […]

Dead Rock West’s Cindy Wasserman – HuffPost 4.29.11

Mike Ragogna: What’s your advice for new artists? Cindy Wasserman: As corny or cliche as it may sound, surround yourself with music and people that inspire you. Find the folks who fire you up and challenge you to strengthen your talent, be a better human being and get rid of those who don’t. Sounds harsh, but […]

Mike Ragogna’s 2.0 – 20110428 – Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda

Paul Samuel Dolman – HuffPost 4.27.11

Mike Ragogna: Since you’re also a musician, I’m going to pester you with this annoying question I ask everyone. What advice do you have for new artists? Paul Samuel Dolman: In terms of musical acts? MR: Yes. PSD: I want to tip my hat because that’s a great question to beat people up with. The […]

A Conversation with Author Paul Samuel Dolman – HuffPost 4.27.11

Mike Ragogna: Paul, you’ve written the new book out, Hitchhiking With Larry David: A True Story From Martha’s Vineyard. Care to explain yourself? Paul Samuel Dolman: Well, for those out there wondering, “What? Hitchhiking with Larry David?” Really? Yes, really. That’s not a metaphor. It’s a true story. I was in Martha’s Vineyard fleeing a heartbreak […]

Mike Ragogna’s 2.0 – 20110427 – Josh Groban

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