The Song Whisperers: Recent Episodes
Mike Visceglia
THE SONG WHISPERERS are veteran New York musicians Mike Visceglia and Larry Saltzman. With each episode they will take a deep dive into a song that we all love. THE SONG WHISPERERS investigate the history of the artist, musicians, and the producer, with cultural and historical references for context. This is the kind of podcast any professional musician or serious music listener will love.
In this episode The Song Whisperers, Mike Visceglia and Larry Saltzman, take on one of the greatest and most iconic bands of all time- Led Zeppelin. Listen to them talk of their origin, their larger than life manager, their completely wild drummer, John Bonham, and how collectively they changed everything about the aesthetic and the business of rock music. The Song Whisperers also speak in depth about the monolithic song that is "Black Dog," and how it breaks every rule in the hit songwriting book. It's 55 minutes of great band history and fascinating tales.
In episode 3 of "The Song Whisperers," professional musicians Mike Visceglia and Larry Saltzman talk about one of the most famous songs of all time..."Fire and Rain," by James Taylor. Learn about James's life and career and the important people that helped guide him, despite his turmoils, to the incredible success that he's attained. And gain an insight into some the enigmatic lyrics of this beloved song. There's also a special BEATLE connection...so please enjoy!
In our second installment of "The Song Whisperers," veteran musicians Mike Visceglia and Larry Saltzman take an in-depth look the iconic band, The Who, the history of the band, its members and management, as well as their highest charting US single from 1967, "I Can See For Miles." Come take this eye- opening and remarkable journey with us.
The Song Whisperers, veteran musicians Mike Visceglia and Larry Saltzman, invite you into a discussion of the song, LOWDOWN, the artist, Boz Scaggs, the studio musicians, the producer, and cultural and historical references for context. All done in an easy and witty conversational tone that everyone from the professional musician to the average music lover can enjoy.