This special episode offers a 1994 interview with music legend, Roberta Flack. One of the defining vocalists of the 1970s, Flack recorded an impressive string of hits that became instant classics, and the soundtrack of a generation. Inspired by legendary vocalists Sam Cooke, and Mahalia Jackson, Flack embarked on her career as a professional singer in the late 1960s. Ultimately signed to a contract with Atlantic Records, she released her debut album, “First Take” in 1969, featuring the single...
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This special episode offers a 1994 interview with music legend, Roberta Flack. One of the defining vocalists of the 1970s, Flack recorded an impressive string of hits that became instant classics, and the soundtrack of a generation. Inspired by legendary vocalists Sam Cooke, and Mahalia Jackson, Flack embarked on her career as a professional singer in the late 1960s. Ultimately signed to a contract with Atlantic Records, she released her debut album, “First Take” in 1969, featuring the single...
This special episode offers a 1994 interview with music legend, Roberta Flack. One of the defining vocalists of the 1970s, Flack recorded an impressive string of hits that became instant classics, and the soundtrack of a generation. Inspired by legendary vocalists Sam Cooke, and Mahalia Jackson, Flack embarked on her career as a professional singer in the late 1960s. Ultimately signed to a contract with Atlantic Records, she released her debut album, “First Take” in 1969, featuring the single...
This special episode offers a 1994 interview with blues guitar legend Buddy Guy. A legend in his own time, Guy is heralded as the best living blues guitarist in the world. The recipient of eight Grammy Awards, a Lifetime Achievement Award, and the National Medal of the Arts and the Kennedy Center Honors, Rolling Stone Magazine placed Guy as the 27th greatest guitarist of all time. Guy’s song, “Stone Crazy” earned place as number 78 on Rolling Stone Magazine’s list of the “100 Greatest G...
This special episode offers a 2019 interview with guitar legend, Albert Lee. Known as a ‘guitar players guitar player”, Lee is often called “Mr. Telecaster”, his guitar of choice. His speed, technical virtuosity, and his signature finger-style picking technique have served to broaden his talent and place him among the most highly regarded guitarists in rock and roll, country, and R&B. Lee is the recipient of multiple honors as Guitar Player Magazine’s “Best Country Guitarist” In 200...
This special episode offers a 2019 interview with rock legend, Denny Laine. A highly regarded musician in the 1960s London rock scene, Laine rose to prominence in 1964 as a co-founding member of the Moody Blues. He sang, and played guitar on the group's only number-one U.K. cover version of the song “Go Now”. Laine departed the group in 1966 citing creative differences, and was replaced by Justin Hayward. Teaming up with Paul and Linda McCartney in 1971, the trio formed the Paul M...
This special episode offers a rare interview with blues legend, Bobby “Blue Bland late in his career. Merging elements of gospel, blues, and R&B, Bland has often been described as one of the great storytellers of blues and soul music. Nominated for seven Grammy Awards, Bland was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in 1981, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992, the Memphis Music Hall of Fame in 2012, and the Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame in 2021. He was the recipient a Grammy Li...
This special episode is a treasure for jazz enthusiasts, capturing guitar legend Larry Coryell, one of the architects of jazz fusion, during one of his most creatively fertile chapters in his storied career. In this candid conversation, Coryell reflects on his musical journey, shares experiences with iconic musicians, discusses his views on the evolution of jazz, and expresses his enduring passion for innovation in music. Preserved in Nagy’s personal archives for decades, this interview is a ...
This special episode is a true treasure for music lovers, featuring David Crosby during a transformative period in his career. In this compelling conversation, Crosby reflects on his musical journey, the current Crosby, Stills & Nash concert tour, his solo career, working with Neil Young, writing an autobiography, and sobriety. Not to mention his dedication to musical creativity. Preserved for decades in Nagy’s personal archives, this interview stands as a priceless piece of the legacy of...
This special episode is a must-hear for music enthusiasts, featuring jazz legendary pianist McCoy Tyner at a defining moment in his career. In this insightful interview, Tyner shares reflections on his musical journey, the evolution of his artistry, and his enduring passion for music. Preserved in Nagy’s personal archives for nearly three decades, this interview is a treasured addition to his remarkable legacy. Rock and Roll Legacy will undoubtedly become a vital resource for those pass...
This special episode is a true gem for music enthusiasts. It captures Chick Corea during a significant period in his career. In this candid conversation, Corea reflects on his musical journey, shares experiences with iconic jazz ensembles, discusses his views on jazz's evolution and expresses his enduring passion for innovation in music. Preserved in Nagy’s personal archives for decades, this interview is a priceless addition to the legacy of one of jazz’s greatest artists. Rock and Roll Lega...
This special episode is a treasure for music enthusiasts, capturing Al Jarreau at a significant moment in his career. In this candid interview Jarreau discusses his musical journey, the evolution of his career, and his passion for music. Preserved in Nagy’s personal archives for nearly 30 years, this interview represents a priceless addition to the legacy of one of music’s most unique vocalists. Rock and Roll Legacy will undoubtedly become a vital resource for those passionate abo...
This special episode is a treasure for music enthusiasts, capturing B.B. King at a significant moment in his career. In this candid dialogue, King discusses his musical journey, the evolution of the blues, his experiences on the road, and his enduring passion for the guitar. Preserved in Nagy’s personal archives for nearly 30 years, this interview represents a priceless addition to the legacy of one of blues music’s greatest figures. “Releasing this interview is like unlocking a time capsule,...
This special episode is a treasure for music enthusiasts. It captures Les Paul at a significant moment in his career. In this candid dialogue, Paul discusses his groundbreaking contributions to music, his guitar design innovations, his industry experiences, and his enduring passion for performance. Preserved in Nagy’s archives for nearly 30 years, this interview represents a priceless addition to the legacy of one of the most innovative figures in modern music. “Releasing this interview is li...
This special episode offers a 1994 interview with music legend, Roberta Flack. One of the defining vocalists of the 1970s, Flack recorded an impressive string of hits that became instant classics, and the soundtrack of a generation. Inspired by legendary vocalists Sam Cooke, and Mahalia Jackson, Flack embarked on her career as a professional singer in the late 1960s. Ultimately signed to a contract with Atlantic Records, she released her debut album, “First Take” in 1969, featuring the single...
