Send us a text This episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast features a conversation with Tom Needham and Johnny Farina of the legendary duo Santo & Johnny, inductees of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame. Born in Brooklyn, the Farina brothers began performing as teens at local dances and clubs from Brooklyn to Long Island after being inspired by the steel guitar their father heard while stationed in Oklahoma during World War II. In 195...

Send us a text The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast welcomes Jason Chapin, son of Hall of Fame inductee Harry Chapin, to talk about the acclaimed new documentary Harry Chapin - Cats in the Cradle: The Song That Changed Our Lives. The film recently won Best Film at the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Music Documentary Film Festival, honoring its moving look at the creation and lasting impact of Harry’s legendary song. Harry Chapin - Cats in the Crad...

Send us a text In this episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, host Tom Needham sits down with DJ Johnny “Juice” Rosado — the legendary turntablist for Public Enemy, award-winning producer, filmmaker, and Hall of Fame Board Member. A defining figure in hip-hop’s evolution, Johnny Juice has spent decades advancing the art of turntablism while preserving the culture’s authentic roots. Tom and Johnny discuss his newly expanded role as Public Enemy’s official DJ...

Send us a text The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast is thrilled to present an exclusive conversation with Sue Carpenter, the award-winning director of 40 Watts from Nowhere. Carpenter, who just received the First-Time Director Award from the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame, joins host Tom Needham to discuss her thrilling new documentary chronicling the rise and fall of Los Angeles’ notorious pirate radio station KBLT. Recently, 40 Watts from Nowher...

Send us a text On the latest episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, host Tom Needham sits down with award-winning director Janol Ture, whose documentary To My Rescue, It Was the S1Ws (A Public Enemy Story) recently won both the Social Impact Award and the Audience Award for Best Feature at the Hall of Fame’s Music Documentary Film Festival. The film dives deep into the untold story of the S1Ws—the disciplined and revolutionary crew that stood beside Public ...

Send us a text On this episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, host Tom Needham brings you inside the kickoff of LIMEHOF’s brand-new Monthly Local Filmmakers Series. The premiere event honored acclaimed Ronkonkoma-born director Maria Capp with a screening of her latest film, “The Lady of the Lake: The Legend of Lake Ronkonkoma.” Known for her work on films such as “Reach,” “DIVOS!,” and “Four Cousins and a Christmas,” Capp shares how her Long Island roots co...

Send us a text The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame podcast welcomes Grammy-nominated producer, composer, and author Fred Mollin for an intimate conversation about his remarkable career. From producing timeless hits like Dan Hill’s Sometimes When We Touch to crafting music for Disney’s beloved children’s albums, Mollin has left a profound mark on multiple generations of listeners. His work spans collaborations with icons such as Billy Joel, Jimmy Webb, Johnny Mathis, and Micha...

Send us a text On this episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, we sit down with Long Island director Rob Lichter—known to fans as Bert Blotto—and Broadway Blotto. Their new film, Hello! My Name Is Blotto, just won the Independent Spirit Award at the LIMEHOF Music Documentary Film Festival, and it’s already being hailed as a hilarious, heartfelt tribute to one of the Capital Region’s most unforgettable bands. The documentary captures Blotto’s wild journey—fro...

Send us a text The LIMEHOF Podcast welcomes best-selling author and literary icon Lee Child, the creator of the Jack Reacher series, for a captivating conversation with host Tom Needham. Often hailed by The New York Times as “the best thriller writer of the moment,” Lee Child joins the show to discuss the intriguing new short film, “If Jack Reacher Could Sing,” which will be featured at the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame’s Music Documentary Film Series on Saturday, August ...

Send us a text LIMEHoF Podcast Shines a Spotlight on Legendary Promoter Ron Delsener and Filmmaker Jake Sumner The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast presents a special episode featuring director Jake Sumner, whose feature documentary Ron Delsener Presents explores the life and groundbreaking career of one of New York’s most influential concert promoters. Through archival material, personal stories, and exclusive interviews with music legends like Bruce Springsteen...

Send us a text In this special episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, Tom Needham speaks with Russell Javors, former guitarist for Billy Joel and a founding member of the Lords of 52nd Street. A proud LIMEHOF inductee, Russell reflects on his journey from local musician to playing on some of the most iconic records in rock history. He shares personal stories about growing up on the Island, his early musical partnership with Liberty DeVitto and Doug Stegmeye...

Send us a text In this special episode of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, we feature highlights from a recent live Q&A and retrospective film screening with award-winning director Joe Pomarico, recorded at LIMEHOF’s museum in Stony Brook as part of our Monthly Local Filmmakers Series. A proud native of West Babylon, Pomarico shared a block of his comedy, drama, and thriller shorts, including Roach the Coach, Feline Abduction, and Jiggle the Handle, along with...

Send us a text In the latest episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, we celebrate the upcoming induction of The Hassles—a legendary 1960s Long Island band that helped launch Billy Joel’s career. Host Tom Needham speaks with drummer and original member Jon Small for an intimate conversation about the group’s early days, their rise on the local rock and soul scene, and their enduring impact on Long Island’s musical legacy. Beyond his work with The Hassle...

Send us a text On this episode of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, we present a panel discussion recorded live at LIMEHOF in Stony Brook as part of the ongoing Local Filmmakers Series. The featured event celebrated Huntington director Sean Quincy King with a screening of his latest film, Screamwalkers. Following the screening, the audience enjoyed a lively and insightful conversation moderated by LIMEHOF Vice Chairman Tom Needham, featuring Screamwalkers dir...

Send us a text In this episode of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, host Tom Needham explores the legacy of legendary composer and LIMEHOF inductee Aaron Copland. Known as the “Dean of American Composers,” Copland helped define a distinctly American sound with iconic works such as Appalachian Spring, Fanfare for the Common Man, and Rodeo. His groundbreaking compositions, film scores, and role as a mentor made him one of the most influential musical figures of the 2...

Send us a text On this episode of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, host Tom Needham sits down with Hall of Fame inductee Randy Jackson, lead vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter of the iconic rock band Zebra. Known for their dynamic live performances and a sound that blends the power of Led Zeppelin with the complexity of Yes and the melodic sensibilities of the Moody Blues, Zebra burst onto the scene in the 1980s with their self-titled debut album—Atlantic R...

Send us a text Blackmore’s Night’s Candice Night joins Tom Needham to discuss her upcoming induction and new album on the next episode of the LIMEHOF Podcast. Candice Night New Album Release Party and the Induction of Blackmore’s Night to be Held at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame on Tuesday, May 13th at 7 p.m. Ritchie Blackmore and Candice Night of Blackmore’s Night to be inductedinto the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame on May 13th. Photo credit: Barry F...

Send us a text In this episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, we’re joined by legendary drummer and Hall of Fame inductee Roger Earl of Foghat. With iconic classics like “Slow Ride,” “Fool for the City,” and “I Just Want to Make Love to You,” Roger has been thrilling audiences for over fifty years—all while proudly calling Long Island his home. Don’t miss Foghat live at the Patchogue Theatre on May 17th for what’s sure to be an unforgettable nig...

Send us a text In this special episode of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, host Tom Needham sits down with Long Island hip hop pioneers AJ Rok and B-Luv of the legendary group JVC Force. Hailing from Central Islip, JVC Force helped define the golden era of hip hop with their unmistakable sound and lyrical prowess. The duo reflects on their groundbreaking 1987 hit “Strong Island,” a powerful anthem that put Long Island on the hip hop map, as well as fan...

Send us a text On this episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, historian and author Lisa MacKinney joins host Tom Needham to talk about her new book, Dressed in Black. The first full-length history of the Shangri-Las, the book tells the story of how a group of Queens schoolgirls became 1960s pop legends with hits like “Leader of the Pack” and “Remember (Walking in the Sand).” MacKinney’s meticulous research uncovers the real story behind the grou...