'60s '70s '80s - Warm, Candid, Classic, Rock Interviews with Music Legends - A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

Iconic artists? Music Legends? Sandy Kaye interviews them all on A Breath of Fresh Air - a multi award-winning podcast featuring in-depth interviews with the artists you love. Through compelling conversations, we gain a rare, behind-the-scenes and intimate look at the personal stories and inspirations that fueled the music that shaped entire generations. Explore the lives, struggles, and creative journeys of these legends and relive the timeless hits that defined the soundtrack of our youth. It's all about Their Lives. Their Stories. Their Music https://www.abreathoffreshair.com.au

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War’s Lee Oskar, Brewer & Shipley, Tony Orlando

World-renowned harmonica virtuoso, composer and producer Lee Oskar shares stories of his life as founding member of the band War with Eric Burdon. Lee Oskar, legendary harmonica virtuoso and founding member of the groundbreaking band War, is celebrated for his innovative style and unforgettable melodies. A Danish-American musician, Oskar brought a unique sound to War's fusion of funk, jazz, soul, and Latin influences, contributing to iconic tracks like "Low Rider," "Spill the Wine," and "Cisco K...

Apr 12, 2022•52 min

Tinsley Ellis, Jon Carroll, Kerryn Tolhurst

They say he rivals an early Jeff Beck or Eric Clapton. He’s played with the likes of BB King, Albert King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, has written hundreds of songs and has just released his 20th album for Alligator Records. His name is TINSLEY ELLIS and his music is just awesome. Meet him this week. JON CARROLL grew up wanting to be a musician from the time he could walk and although joining STARLIGHT VOCAL BAND brought him an international number one hit and a grammy award - he didn't much care. Fi...

Apr 12, 2022•52 min

Ian Anderson, Myke Scavone, Daryl Braithwaite

Most of us know the name IAN ANDERSON from the English band Jethro Tull. The front man and flautist is back – with the band’s first album in 18 years. I caught up with Ian and discovered just how serious he is …. Well about everything really. We also celebrate the legacy left behind by English glam rocker ALVIN STARDUST. Do you know the name MYKE SCAVONE? He's one of those musicians who is in constant demand. As a one hit wonder, Mike's band Ram Jam had that massive hit, Black Betty. This week w...

Apr 12, 2022•52 min

Judy Collins, Ozark Mountain Daredevils, Bobby Whitlock

She’s been making music for more than 60 years - recording every year or 18 months since the mid 60’s. This week 82 year old JUDY COLLINS is celebrating the release of her 51st album. It’s called “Spellbound” for good reason and it’s the first of hers with all original material. I caught up with Judy at her home in New York. The OZARK MOUNTAIN DAREDEVILS don’t really belong in the one hit wonder category because they actually had two massive hits. They guys formed their country rock band in 1972...

Apr 12, 2022•52 min

Mungo Jerry, Jennifer Warnes, Eric DeVries

He’s one of the most renowned and sought-after musicians on the Dutch Americana scene. ERIC DEVRIES has a new album out this week that you won't want to miss. We meet Eric to learn more. Know the name RAY DORSET? Doesn't immediately strike a chord does it? But when I tell you that he was MUNGO GERRY, now you know exactly who I mean. This week we meet Ray to see what he's up to and discover a pretty whacky side to him. In the segment that's all about you, a listener has asked me to find his idol,...

Apr 12, 2022•52 min

Johnny Mathis, Colin James, Paper Lace

He's been rockin’ the Canadian music world for more than 30 years, is a platinum-selling artist who’s garnered a bucketful of awards including 7 Junos and 27 maple awards. COLIN JAMES joins me to talk about his latest release and his US tour with Blues great, Buddy Guy. Remember the English band PAPER LACE? A one-hit-wonder that really hit it big after appearing on the British tv talent show, Opportunity Knocks. I caught up with then lead singer PHIL WRIGHT to find out more about them. You asked...

Apr 12, 2022•52 min

ELO’s Bev Bevan, Burnside, Don Fardon

CEDRIC BURNSIDE is blues Royalty. He’s the grandson and long time drummer of the late great RL Burnside and he’s hell bent on sharing his music with audiences right across the globe. Today on guitar, Cedric Burnside plays stripped back, and sizzles like a live-wire. We meet Cedric to learn what makes him tick. Incredibly it was 52 years ago that English singer DON FARDON got his big break with a catchy song about Cherokee Indians. Today the almost 82 year old looks back fondly over his hit makin...

Apr 12, 2022•52 min

Tower of Power, Joe Frank Carollo, Archie Roach

Are you a TOWER of POWER fan? Who isn't? This week we catch up with the founder of that incredible horn-driven outfit. Meet EMILIO CASTILLO and hear how their blend of R&B, soul, funk, and pop helped push the sound of brass-infused music into the rock era. You may not recall the trio HAMILTON, JOE FRANK and REYNOLDS but I'm sure you remember their smash #1 70's hit 'Don't Pull Your Love Out'. I was delighted to catch up with JOE FRANK CAROLLO this week and to discover what a sweetie Joe is. ...

Apr 12, 2022•52 min

Noel Paul Stookey, Colin Walker, Jimmy Ryan

NOEL PAUL STOOKEY has enjoyed an extraordinary career that began as the “Paul” of the seminal 1960s folk trio Peter, Paul & Mary. Their signature vocal harmonies provided the soundtrack to a generation. At age 84 the legendary singer has released his latest album. I caught up with him. If you grew up in Australia during the early 70’s you’re sure to remember THE FLYING CIRCUS. A country, folk-rock band that really hit it big with the teenyboppers. I tracked down founder, COLIN WALKER and dis...

Apr 10, 2022•52 min

Mike Campbell, Martha Wash, Kevin Johnson

Guitarist, songwriter and producer MIKE CAMPBELL has been playing with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers for years. But over the last 20 years, he has also fronted his own band, The Dirty Knobs. I spoke to him on the eve of the release of the band's second album. Remember the song "It's Raining Men?" How could you forget that cult-pop classic! We catch up with 'The Weather Girls’ MARTHA WASH whose music tells the story of dance and pop music from the days of disco right up to the present. It's a g...

Apr 10, 2022•52 min

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