Ric Chetter - From Radioland

Episode 256: The Post Holiday Blues

Yeah, we know the holiday season has come and gone. But that doesn't mean we can't take a little look back at what happened on the air the Sunday before Christmas. Not all of it had anything to do with the season, really. In fact, it was the return of Tlaxica and this time with her musical partner, Pope. They told some stories from the road and played a few songs. Also in this show, long time friend of Radio Memphis, Zeke Johnson came to talk a bit about the way he sees Christmas and he shares what is probably one of the most heart warming and remarkable Christmas stories you will ever hear. Every word of it being true.

NEXT WEEK: Back from Europe, Low Society 

Episode 255: Memphis Deep

Bob Kelsey, Leroy Clay and David Dunn make up this great blues trio. In this episode, Ric sat down with the band to hear some stories from the road and some great music from this power trio. Also, since this is the last episode for 2018, Ric lays out some end of the year thoughts and what is on his mind about 2019. In that, he sees the mass Facebook exodus is leaving an unintended side effect. Plus, something new is coming From Radioland in the new year. 

NEXT WEEK: The return of Tlaxica this time with Pope and Zeke Johnson celebrates the holidays.

Episode 254: Tlaxica

It would appear, as time goes on, more and more musicians are leaving their homes to settle in Memphis. Why is that? To be where the music is. That is part of the answer for sure. In this episode, Tlaxica from Tlaxica and Pope will answer that question in much more detail. Also, she managed to sneak onto the air a few tunes from their upcoming and unreleased EP. She is also quite well known in the gospel circles, too. It's her story and it's all right here.

NEXT WEEK: Memphis Deep

Episode 253: Danuel Gales, Eric Gales, Singa B & Robert Allen Parker

Not one but two of the famous Gales Brothers made an appearance in the Radio Memphis studios. Danuel came in with guitarist Singa B to talk blues and to play a couple of cuts from the Gales Brothers Left Hand Brand album. If it is one thing we have learned, Eric Gales likes apple pie. Then, a little later in this episode, Ric sat down with Robert Allen Parker. A real record store guy and a musician. He talked about his latest project of which you will hear some cuts from as well as what he has coming up very soon.

NEXT WEEK: Tlaxica & Pope minus Pope.

Episode 252: Brother Boulevard & Individual 1

Kyle Roberts and Gabriel Brown have put together a great duo act called Brother Boulevard. These two guys spent some time in the studio with Ric and told the story behind the name of the act and what it means to them. Also in this episode, you will hear some music from these two as they also talk about the process of writing music, performing it and how Kyle's mom has become their greatest fan. Plus, a little observation regarding Individual 1. 

NEXT WEEK: Danuel Gales, Eric Gales and Robert Allen Parker

Episode 251: Carla Thomas, Willie Hall & Vanese Thomas - Dropping Bombs

Legendary Memphis musicians Carla Thomas, Willie Hall & Vanese Thomas came into the studio to talk about the early days of Memphis music. In this conversation, you will learn about the massive impact Rufus Thomas had on the scene as well as the influence he had over his daughters and more. Also, Willie Hall talks about his days at Stax and working with Isaac Hayes and others. You'll also hear some of the music from those days and hear the stories as to how those records were made. A little later on, Vanese gets on the air and drops a big bomb.

NEXT WEEK: Kyle & Gabe are Brother Boulevard

Episode 250: John D'Amato & The Delta Project

Celebrating the 250th episode From Radioland, Ric sits down with guitarist John D'Amato about his new album due out very soon. Also, a wild time with The Delta Project happened with a bunch of songs and stories. You'll hear about the potential value of a jar of pickles and what some of the tribulations of a working band has to deal with some times in the course of doing their job.

NEXT WEEK: Carla Thomas, Willie Hall & Vanese Thomas - dropping bombs.

Episode 249: Mark Anthony Lee & Willie Covington

In this episode, two legendary performers sit down with Ric to talk about the way show business used to be. Plus you'll hear some music from these great guys. It's a conversation with Mark Anthony Lee and Willie Covington. Also in this episode, Ric has a little discussion about his "no nazi" policy and how apparently there are some people out there who have a problem with his policy. 

NEXT WEEK: John D'Amato & The Delta Project

Episode 248: Andrea Staten

Andrea Staten spent some time with Ric and Natalie recently to talk about her love of North Mississippi Hill Country Blues and how she went from not playing her guitar to restarting. You'll hear her perform some of the songs that got her hooked on this style of blues music. Also, there is a rather amusing conversation about yoga and goats, among other things. Plus, Ric tells you about how his dog, Duke can't quite figure out the change from Daylight Savings to Standard time.

NEXT WEEK: Mark Anthony Lee & Willie Covington

Episode 247: Mick Kolassa & The Taylor Made Blues Band

"Free Range Blues" is a term you will hear about in this episode as Mick and the band demonstrate that very notion. You've heard Mick before, now hear the band. These guys are a lot of fun and you'll probably learn a few things along the way. Also in this episode, Ric discovered what one local radio station decided to do on Halloween. It involves the despicable act of celebrating one day in December at the end of October. A little rant is in this episode.

NEXT WEEK: Andrea Staten