Ric Chetter - From Radioland

Episode 391: A Tribute to Earl Forest

In this very special and bittersweet episode, a tribute to one of the architects of the Memphis sound and the birth of rock and roll, a conversation about Earl Forest. Contributing to the conversation is Brad Webb, Cam Mtenzi, Robert "Nighthawk" Tooms, and Thomas Clay, Jr. In this episode you will hear first hand stories about the early days of Memphis music by the men who were there. You'll also hear some of those early recordings and what is the very first rock and roll song. A special note regarding this episode is that shortly after this conversation, Thomas Clay, Jr. passed away. This episode marks his final broadcast appearance. Therefore, this episode is dedicated to him.

NEXT WEEK: Mark "Muleman" Massey 

Episode 390: Mick Kolassa Part 2

The conversation and music continues in this second part of our conversation with Mick. You'll also hear more live performances and a few cuts from the brand new Wasted Youth album out now.

Next Week: A tribute to Earl Forest

Episode 389: Mick Kolassa Part 1

Mick Kolassa returns to the studio with a new album, Wasted Youth. In this episode, you will hear some of the stories surrounding the production of this work. Plus, you will hear him perform some of those songs in studio with his band. A truly magical moment was captured here. Also, Ric tells the story of a shooting in Memphis. Yes, it happens a lot here however, in this case the motive of the shooting is beyond stupid. Just like the guy who apparently pulled the trigger. Plus, Ric let's the cat out of the bag (sort of) regarding a new season of Drinking with Dead People.

NEXT WEEK: Mick Kolassa Part 2

Episode 388: Rodd Bland Part II

Here is the second part of our conversation with Rodd Bland. In this episode you'll hear more stories about the great Bobby Blue Bland including some sage advise that was imparted regarding the ins and outs of show business. You'll also hear more from Rodd's latest album with The Members Only band. Plus some of the inside stuff surrounding the shooting of the great documentary, Take Me To The River. Also in this episode, get your shots, please.

NEXT WEEK: Mick Kolassa

Episode 387: Rodd Bland Part I

Rodd Bland pays tribute to his late father, Bobby "Blue" Bland in this episode. This is part one of two parts where Rodd talks about his upbringing with his father and how his passing affected the family. Along the way, you'll hear some great stories about Bobby, some of his music and how Rodd has taken to paying the right tribute with his new album and The Members Only Band. Also, it's getting hotter this summer. Plus, how the vaccinated are paying the price for those who refuse to get the shot.

NEXT WEEK: Rodd Bland Part 2

Episode 386: The Week Off & Clint Morgan

The more astute listeners out there noted (rather loudly) that Ric was not on this show last week. In this episode Ric explains himself and shares what a couple of people said about his absence. To answer one listener, no this time off thing is not going to be permanent. Also in this episode, LJ joins the fun as they have a conversation with Clint Morgan. You'll also hear a few cuts from his new album Troublemaker. 

NEXT WEEK: Rodd Bland

Episode 385: The Decade with D

Radio Memphis celebrates 10 years on the air and part of that celebration involved Dianna Fryer. She went to the studio during the party to get on the air with Ric, Mattox, Tundrea and others to give an update on how her cancer treatment is going and some of the things she had been thinking about since Radio Memphis first went on the air. Also, she recalls some interesting, yet amusing points in the history of the station as everyone look how far they have come over the past decade.

NEXT WEEK: Working on a Thin Margin

 

Episode 384: Mattox is A Chump

In this episode Ric sits down with half of The Heavyweight Chumps, Mattox to talk about the future of the show. Every Tuesday night at 10 PM CT, they have spent a few hours talking pop culture from film, television and all the weird things that happen in the news. There is a change coming and although there won't be much mentioned about that in this episode, you will get a look at a possible future with this show and what they might be doing. Along the way, they talk about some new stuff coming from Hollywood and some interesting takes on certain franchises. 

NEXT WEEK: Ten Years Gone

Episode 383: Doug MacLeod Part II

This is part two of a two part series on our conversation and performance with Doug MacLeod. In this episode, you'll hear more of the stories from the road with Doug and how his songwriting style works. Plus a conversation on how the arts and society are joined together, despite all of the troubles artists face everyday. It's kind of what makes it all work. Plus, Ric will tell you about a new company that is probably selling you an honest to God spy in hopes you will openly tell your deepest darkest secrets to. 

NEXT WEEK: The House is on Fire and My Coffee is Cold

Episode 382: Doug MacLeod Part I

This is the first of a two part sequence From Radioland where Ric sat down with Doug MacLeod to talk some shop from the world of music. In this episode you will hear some stories and ideas from the experiences Doug has had over the years. Also, you'll hear some of his music as well as some of the inspirations behind those songs. Plus, you might have downloaded the newest viral app out there. The Voila AI Artist. It has issues. Some of them rather obvious and some not so much. It's not a bad app if you don't mind it knowing everything your phone knows about you. Seriously, delete this thing.

NEXT WEEK: Doug MacLeod Part II