The Otto D Show: Recent Episodes
The Otto D Show
Tuesday's at 7 pm Otto D brings a natural conversational energy to the show creating a casual setting that allows his guests to relax and freely share their personal stories. As a platinum award winning engineer/ producer himself with credits ranging from Jordin Sparks to Kenny Rogers, Otto D knows what makes artistic creatives tick and is incredibly adept at getting his guests to open up.
Scott Gilmore and Sarah Vitort of Portland based "Fox and Bones" talk about and preview their new EP "Long Time Honey" to be released May 17th 2024.
Jersey based songwriter/musician Nick Stefanacci talks about growing up in a musical family, playing with some major players and the release of his upcoming EP "Secrets".
Jersey based songwriter/musician Nick Stefanacci talks about growing up in a musical family, playing with some major players and the release of his upcoming EP "Secrets".
NYC born and raised, N'Kenge speaks about studying at Julliard, performing at Carnegie Hall, Madison Square Garden and even getting stuck on a raised motorized stage during a live performance as the power went out! The show must go on. Delightful and engaging, be sure to give a listen.
Neal Barnard, who has appeared on Dr. Oz over a dozen times, has collaborated with the likes of Moby, Alec Baldwin, Maggy Q to name a few, on various projects. He also founded a multi-million dollar foundation to help keep animals out of medical training and treated more humanely AND he is the leader of an experimental rock group called CarbonWorks. The group released their second album, Vanishing Act, earlier this year.
Music industry multi-hyphenate, Tara Shannon talks about her music business career which includes songwriting, performing, coaching and managing. We discuss her own label Willow Sound Records and her new book titled "YOU and the Music Business, a Self-Care Guide to Finding Balance and Joy in Today's Music Industry."
The World's Most Famous Musician You've Never Heard Of, Andy Cahan talks about his work with The Turtles, Harry Nilsson, Ringo Starr, Dr. John, Chuck Berry, Little Richard and soooo many others. What a fun chat, be sure to check it out.
Columbia University student and sci-fi pop artist, Magali is releasing a new album while completing her studies in 3D modeling and animation. She infuses projected art and physical art into her music performances creating a unique environment for the audience. Living in NYC, she performs around town and is looking to take her show to bigger stages.
LA based singer, songwriter, producer Dessy Di Lauro shares her new single "The Light" produced by Kasey Phillips and talks of her duo Parlor Social with husband Rickey Pageot. Great music and great conversation are certainly two of her talents.
Multi-instrumentalist, composer and singer, Ezra Grey talks about songwriting, performing with Tony Levin, producing music with Zaki Ali and the release of his newest project "Afterall". Born and raised in Brooklyn his musical background includes experience in pop, R&B, hip hop, heavy metal, classical and jazz. He's kinda got it going on.
Brooklyn born singer, songwriter Raymond Castronovo gave up a record deal to start a family. After a life in the construction business, he's back to music with his own very unique brand of modern nostalgia built on blues, rock, jazz and more with his band Streetwise. A perfect example of how, in life, it's often music that chooses you and not the other way around. Streetwise is working on their 4th project since 2018 at The Hit Factory NY and are planning to hit the road soon.
Self proclaimed Beatles Superfan, Charles Rosenay talks about celebrating 40 years of taking Beatles fans on the tour of their lives to London and Liverpool. Also a huge horror fan, Charles has authored books on both topics. His passion for story telling is incredible and its fun to listen to him tell his stories.
The original Digital Diva, Ruth McCartney talks about growing up in that beatle household, Uncle John, handling the Beatles' fan mail, selling millions of her own hit records in the USSR, starting iFanz, launching McCartney Multimedia, partnering with May Pang on the release of her recent NFT offering and so much more.
The original Digital Diva, Ruth McCartney talks about growing up in that beatle household, Uncle John, handling the Beatles' fan mail, selling millions of her own hit records in the USSR, starting iFanz, launching McCartney Multimedia, partnering with May Pang on the release of her recent NFT offering and so much more.
Author/historian Marshall Terrill's fascination with Steve McQueen began early on. Now with many books on the man, he's considered the world's foremost authority. With over 30 titles published it's not a stretch to call him prolific. His love of music also inspires many of his works which include books on Elvis, John Lennon, Bob Dylan and Alice Cooper to name a few. Follow his fascinating career through journalism to published author to educator in this entertaining conversation.
Austin takes his time and tells it like it is. His mix of southern rock, classic rock and country creates a very engaging and unique style. But he ain't just about music, he's a foodie like me and has a couple items at his fav eating spots that have been named after him! Listen in for the details and enjoy his music.
Austin takes his time and tells it like it is. His mix of southern rock, classic rock and country creates a very engaging and unique style. But he ain't just about music, he's a foodie like me and has a couple items at his fav eating spots that have been named after him! Listen in for the details and enjoy his music.
Lead vocalist of Hollywood Gods and Monsters, Kris Aragon aka 7, shares what her life has been all about leading up to this new band that performs mash-ups live! She left home on her own at 15, at 18 she moved from her home state of Georgia to Florida and began modeling. Kris moved out west about a year later and then got discovered, worked on a cop show serial for a couple years and has done so much more.
Lead vocalist of Hollywood Gods and Monsters, Kris Aragon aka 7, shares what her life has been all about leading up to this new band that performs mash-ups live! She left home on her own at 15, at 18 she moved from her home state of Georgia to Florida and began modeling. Kris moved out west about a year later and then got discovered, worked on a cop show serial for a couple years and has done so much more.
From his days growing up on the east coast to living in Saudi Arabia, conducting in Greece at 19 years of age, returning to the states to become a touring rocker and on and on... Derek has lived a rock and roll life in contrast to his incredible classic/classical background which is embodied in he reverance for Ludwig van Beethoven.
From his days growing up on the east coast to living in Saudi Arabia, conducting in Greece at 19 years of age, returning to the states to become a touring rocker and on and on... Derek has lived a rock and roll life in contrast to his incredible classic/classical background which is embodied in he reverance for Ludwig van Beethoven.
Ken Ronk, Ryan McKay and Jimi Taft talk about their band the Atomic Kings, their record company Tone House Records, their new single "All I Want" and reminisce about how we all crossed paths so many years ago.
Boston based singer, songwriter, actor, Brian De Lorenzo talks about his new single "Things Will Get Better" and what life was like growing up in a singing family with four sisters.
Lead singer/songwriter of The Borrowers, Cameron Marin shares his thoughts on songwriting and what's cool about living in Lake Havasu.
Lead singer/songwriter of The Borrowers, Cameron Marin shares his thoughts on songwriting and what's cool about living in Lake Havasu.
Ryan talks about his years with Luis Prima Jr and the Witness, Crash Street Kids, his first ever solo album called Ryan McKay and the Broken Brains as well as his latest project, Atomic Kings. He also talks about being a family man and how his wife and kids helped him finish his home made solo project.
18 year old filmmaker living in the UK shares her thoughts on filmmaking and helping other young filmmakers find the resources they need to reach for their dreams. Nominated for two awards in the UK this year already, Mollie's filmmaking career on the rise!
Retired Police Officer, Frank Scalise talks about writing his first comedy titled "Baker's Divorce" which I can't wait to read. He also talks about his other 40 titles, growing up knowing he was a writer by the age of 8yrs old and living his whole professional life in the United States NW.
Celebrated Music Maven, Erin Riley talks about her new book "A Dark Force: 20 years with a covert narcissist" and all her years in the music business working along side the biggest names in rock and roll from Aerosmith to Bon Jovi. She also talks about her Rock & Roll After School program for kids.
Manny Faces is one busy guy with his podcast "News Beat", his multimedia interview show "Hip-Hop Can Save America" and his non-profit "The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy". With a journalism background this NY based DJ has turned his focus on the unique and powerful ability of Hip Hop music and culture to help improve society, in areas including education, science & technology, health & wellness, politics & social justice, business & entrepreneurship, and more. Not only that, he's a living kidney donator with some words for you all!
Manny Faces is one busy guy with his podcast "News Beat", his multimedia interview show "Hip-Hop Can Save America" and his non-profit "The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy". With a journalism background this NY based DJ has turned his focus on the unique and powerful ability of Hip Hop music and culture to help improve society, in areas including education, science & technology, health & wellness, politics & social justice, business & entrepreneurship, and more. Not only that, he's a living kidney donator with some words for you all!
California born, Nashville based singer / songwriter, Chris Clark talks about how he started in the family business as a civil engineer, made a killing in crypto as a young man, and lost a bunch backing some local artists. Having learned some hard lessons about the music biz, he decided to bank on himself and began his singing career in 2019. Now he has a handful of singles coming out with the support of some of the biggest names in Nashville's recording scene and he is poised to make his mark.
Nashville singer/songwriter Seth Alexander talks about his new single and recent releases "Millionaire" and "Neon Bar". This Idaho boy appreciates the Nashville scene and community and share his thoughts on 5 years of co-writing, among other things
Jeff Harris shares stories of his recording career in NY, LA, Seattle and Phoenix, stories that include working with Supertramp, Robbie Robertson and many others while building studios for Geordi Hormel.
Singer / songwriter Jenny Franck shares details of life in Wisconsin, growing up in Illinois, working in Phoenix during the 2015 Superbowl, signing a deal as a solo artist with Dark Star Records and meeting a cowriter at the label who would go on to become her partner in the award winning group Elliott Waits For No One.
Former owner of Anderson's Fifth Estate, Tom Anderson talks about owning and operating Anderson's Fifth Estate for 30+ years and shares stories of booking Warren Zevon, Howard Jones, Leslie West and so many others. He also speaks on the joys of currently living in Hawaii.
Singer Songwriter multi instrumentalist, "Danger Paul" Balazs talks about his incredible comic book music combination called "HAZEL", his band The Psychedelephants and his other cool projects including "Comptalo and the Humanaughts" and "What if We're Robots"
Singer songwriter Glen Crimson continues to cohost a series of interviews with former valley venue owners. This week it's Joe from Joe's Grotto, a very successful rock and roll club for many years in central Phoenix.
Multimedia artist Deon Doughty talks about his experience with art school in New York and Chicago, his film work in Phoenix and Hollywood, his Blue Clues adventures, his songwriting that crossed over to his comedy career and how he was inspired to paint a generation of Tempe music artists.
Multimedia artist Deon Doughty talks about his experience with art school in New York and Chicago, his film work in Phoenix and Hollywood, his Blue Clues adventures, his songwriting that crossed over to his comedy career and how he was inspired to paint a generation of Tempe music artists.
Former music director and keyboardist for Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson recalls his days on the biggest stages of the world but never forgets his humble beginnings in the Jetzons, a band many consider the best unsigned band Phoenix metro has ever produced.
Former music director and keyboardist for Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson recalls his days on the biggest stages of the world but never forgets his humble beginnings in the Jetzons, a band many consider the best unsigned band Phoenix metro has ever produced.
Former owner of the Big Fish Pub, Donny Johnson share stories with Glen Crimson and I about his days booking bands like Sevendust, Prince and more. Great memories including his years at The Marquee Theater.
Former owner of the Big Fish Pub, Donny Johnson share stories with Glen Crimson and I about his days booking bands like Sevendust, Prince and more. Great memories including his years at The Marquee Theater.
Owner of the iconic local Phoenix rock clubs "The Library" and " The Library Cafe", Chuck DeFlorio comes in to reminisce about the old days and bands from the 80's and 90's that played at his clubs. Co host Glen Crimson of "Box of Cherries" fame chimes in with his own memories of the venues.
Singer Songwriter Lauren Reno releases her second album this Friday entitled "Gold Rush" produced by her husband Ben Reno. Currently playing at country music radio is "Bottle Worth a Dime". She talks about growing up on stage playing music with her dad and living in Nevada among the rural gold rushers.
Singer Songwriter Lauren Reno releases her second album this Friday entitled "Gold Rush" produced by her husband Ben Reno. Currently playing at country music radio is "Bottle Worth a Dime". She talks about growing up on stage playing music with her dad and living in Nevada among the rural gold rushers.
Acclaimed pianist, composer Michael Wolff talks about his best selling book "On That Note" and his life in music. Michael share stories of playing with Cannonball Adderly, Sonny Rollins and more. He also share stories from his days as Musical Director for the great Nancy Wilson and for The Arsenio Hall TV show.
Four time owner of the Mason Jar rock club in Phoenix, AZ talks about the good old days with valley rock scene icon Glen Crimson.
Rock and roll advocate, guitarist, singer producer Johnny Zapp talks about his new record, playing with buddies from The Pistoleroes, The Gin Blossoms, Gas Giants and others. He also spills the beans on his relationship with Vintage Guitar magazine and details regarding the new studio he's building in Tucson called Studio 76.
Mogollon bassist shares his experiences on the road in many bands and talks of his love of producing records. After working together in the early 2000's it was fun to reconnect.
Mike and Josiah discus their debut release on Fervor Records, their writing process, Josiah's lack of interest in anything he's suppose to read (like scripts, contracts...) and Mike's work as the band's videographer and drummer.
Guitarist Danny Walls talks about his love of tinkering in the garage, his '69 el Camino, his band Canyon Walls and what an honor it's been playing with Mogollon after the passing of his dear friend and valley music icon Duane Moore.
Guitarist Guy Koplitz talks about his 12 years with the Mogollon Band, the loss of his band mate Duane Moore, his new "red meat only" diet and a "ZERO SUGAR" program he describes as life changing.
Cinematographer, actor writer, Angel Ruiz talks about his experience in the film business and his upcoming projects, including a new horror musical. He recently received the "Filmmaker of the Year" award at the Phoenix Film Festival.
From LA and Seattle, dreams come true for rapper, producer Kateel Barnett as being discovered on soundcloud led to a record deal with Atlantic records and a song placement deal with the NBA for a whole season!
From LA and Seattle, dreams come true for rapper, producer Kateel Barnett as being discovered on soundcloud led to a record deal with Atlantic records and a song placement deal with the NBA for a whole season!
LA based singer/songwriter and performer with a degree in music therapy. Heidi talks about her time working in NY, Tokyo, Las Vegas and LA and shares her story of success with her tunes in movies.
Tucson native, film director, screenwriter and author, Andrew Dean talks about his current film project, his brand new Tom Clancy style novel (to be released in April) and living and working in Nashville, TN.
Vocalist for Static, Reminisce, TreJa Vu, Eclectic Rhythm and others, Eric King talks about his talented family and friends and his first solo project currently in the works called "Revelationship" .
Mercedes reveals the incredible depth of emotion involved in her acting and where it comes from. Keep your eyes out her many films being released in 2022 including "Bloodthirst" and "Arena Wars"
Writer, director, producer Barri Chase shares her thoughts on film making, her history in photography and in music and details about her upcoming projects.
He's a dump truck driving, gravel hauling, 6'-7" country music writing singer. Take that Nashville! Straight out of Arizona City this native Arizonan is cranking out new music produced by McBride and the Ride guitarist Ray Herndon.
Father son rock and roll team. Glen is an accomplished and studied guitarist while his son Josh is a natural born singer. Producer's for NBC's The Voice contact Josh and invited him to participate in Season 12. During his blind audition he got all four judges to spin their chair around and then received a standing ovation. Together with his father, they write, produce and perform original rock tunes under the name Vanilla Aardvark.
Drummer David "Creamy" Libman shared his thoughts on the art of drumming, cooking, baking, singing, saxophone and more. His current band, "The Real Fakes" are picking up steam and are being featured on the launch of an on-line recording web-series called TheRecordingArtist.com on June 2nd. The Sugar Thieves were David's home for a long time and his new "Creamy Duo" and "Creamy Trio" feature a number of rotating local musicians.
Movie Maker, Technologist, Entrepreneur Rusty Case has work on film projects from indie to blockbuster. His IMDB credits include The Matrix, Cast Away, Hollowman, Spiderman and so many more. His story begins with how his love of a particular bread turned into his first multi million dollar enterprise.
So you've got a graduation in the middle of a pandemic? No worries, call Kris Roos at VX3 and they'll bring their holographic presentation equipment to pull off a full on realistic looking graduation service while adhering to the strictest of social distancing principles. Not only that, he and his crew have been presenting local bands to quarantined audiences for 6 weeks and their productions are second to none.
Sherrie is most notably known as a singer and "little sis" to her cousin Paul Kantner who was a founding member of Jefferson Airplane. She stowed away in his van as he left home to play a little concert in New York on a farm. That's right, that farm. Not only was Woodstock her first concert, but since Paul let her sing along occasionally at rehearsals, he actually put her on a mic off stage during the Woodstock concert to sing backup, at 13 years old! Not a bad launch to a singing career. Her storied past includes friendships with Elton John and many others.
Guitarist extraordinaire, formerly with Dave Pratt's Sex Machine Band, the bad boys of smooth jazzTurning Point, the one and only Sister Sledge and The Sahnas Brothers. Thano has been a first call studio guitarist for every studio in the valley of the sun for over two decades. Currently playing as the Guitar Brothers with his brother Dimitri and as He Said She Said with his wife Lauren.
Actor, director, retired Pastor, Steve Shermett discusses his career in theater, discovering screen acting and falling in love with Westerns. Steve stars and Produces in an upcoming feature length Western called "The Righteous Twelve". He is also in multiple episodes of the very popular series "The Chosen" and indie feature film "Fronteras".
Otto D chats with Arizona based film and music maker, Jason has completed 8 feature films and a number of music albums under the alias Adrian Star and in the band Official Version. Jason writes, directs, acts and edits all of his films.
Choreographer & dancer, Dee Dee Wood tells of working on the original Mary Poppins with Dick Van Dyke and Julie Andrews and also talks of her work with Walt Disney, Robin Williams and so many others. From humble beginnings to her first dancing gig in NYC with "Guys and Dolls", this woman's story is a must listen!
Tamara McDaniel is the founder of the Phoenix Independent Film Makers Group. Her career in film includes producing commercials, films and episodic television. Her roles have included: producer, actor, casting director, voice over talent and unit production manager.
Joey Floortom and Freddy Crounse chat with Otto D'Agnolo about their debut album release called "Bitters" on the Fervor Records label. Known now as the Noonday Devils, this duo of drums and guitar are enjoying new found success on TV and film. Otto also announces the completion and release of his first feature film, "The Sweetheart Deal" from Fanna Films now available on Amazon Prime Video.
Warren Moore visits with Otto D'Agnolo to reminisce about his 34 years in Hollywood worling primarily as a lighting director. His work included films we all know and love, including: Nightmare on Elm Street, Bramstoker's Dracula, Flatliners, The Abyss and many more. He began his career working on music videos which included songs for The Cars, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Ronnie Dio, David Lee Roth, Millie Vanilli and many more.
Author of the Guerrilla Music Marketing Handbook, Bob Baker chats with Otto D about his success in the music business and being considered one of the industry's top gurus on getting exposure for independent music artists. His work has appeared in Electronic Musician, E! Online, The Guardian and The Onion. His above mentioned book was even on screen in the movie School of Rock.
Considered by many AZ entertainment critics as one of Greater Phoenix's most prolific songwriters, Bruce Connole discusses his life in music, dropping out of school, running away from home and his bouts with drug addiction and depression. Some of his bands were Billy Clone and The Same, The Strand, The Cryptics, Suicice Kings, The Revenants and The Jetzons. His latest project is as producer and mixer for the debut release from the Noonday Devils on Fervor Records.
Otto sits with "sound guy" extraordinaire, Robert Scovill. Robert has been the FOH (front of house) mixer for some of the biggest names in music, including Def Leppard, Rush, and Tom Petty. He is also a fitness enthusiast preparing for an Iron Man competition and talks about life on the road as well as the complicated aspects of modern concert sound.
Music producer and filmmaker, Irin Daniels talks with Otto D about his latest film, "The System" as well as how he transitioned from music to film. Irin also shares how his music CDs became a big deal overseas before he had any idea, and how he found out.
Former Police Officer turned comedian, Jim Perry aka The Comic Cop sits down with Otto D and discusses his career in comedy, his life on the police force and receiving the "Officer of the Year" Award in 2004. Jim shares how his law enforcement background has given him material for his stand up act and what's coming up next in his world.
Otto D chats with actor David Moskowitz in LA about the struggles of being in the business, how much fun it was to be a dancer in Justin Timberlake's "Can't Stop the Feeling", growing up with Chris Rock and starring in a new film called "The Power of Beauty"
Filmmaker, Robert Conway chats with Otto D on the heels of his latest film release "Eminence Hill" starring Barry Corbin (War Games, Urban Cowboiy, Northern Exposure), and Lance Henriksen (Aliens, Pumpkinhead, The Terminator) amoung others. Conway also talks about his other films including Redemption, a Mile from Hell" and the "Krampus" series of films.
Former NFL running back and actor, Darnell Autry tells Otto D how acting has always played a part in his life. Being in the drama club on campus while paying football couldn't be more opposite emotional disciplines to exercise but Darnell shares how he switched back and forth daily in order to thrive in both environments.
Former music supervisor, journalist and music manager, Randy Spencer sits down with Otto D to discuss his career in music and his work at Alice Cooper's Solid Rock Foundation's Teen Center. Randy share stories of working with Brian Setzer, Jason Newsted of Metallica, Michael Sweet of Stryper and others.
I'll be chatting live with a pretty amazing women. Sherry Finzer will be in the house and we'll cover the healing power of music as well as how this flutist launched her own record label!