This episode features an exclusive interview with American songwriting legend, Don McLean. He talks songwriting, the recording of American Pie, behind-the-scenes stories, his on-stage philosophy, and his advice for musicians.
May 06, 2017•42 min
On this episode of The Mulberry Lane Show, get up close & personal with '80s artist Sylvia and her latest album, Broadway's Michael McCorry Rose, and New Artist Madison McWilliams.
Apr 29, 2017•42 min
On this episode of The Mulberry Lane Show, hear interviews with Nancy O'Dell, Morgan James, Josh Dorr, & Annie Fitzsimmons.
Apr 22, 2017•42 min
Interviews with Stephan Jenkins of Third Eye Blind, classic country music hit maker, T.G. Sheppard, and NY Times best-selling YA author, Leigh Bardugo.
Apr 15, 2017•42 min
Meet Dr. Wendy Loewenstein of Omaha Virtual School. We thought you'd want to hear about this unique educational opportunity here in the Heartland. Omaha Virtual School is Nebraska's first K-8 virtual school. It's a blended learning environment that brings together the best of homeschool and public school. Maybe this is a fit for your family? April 6th at Do Space in Omaha is the day for Kindergarten Roundup. OVS is open to any students in Nebraska, if you're able to travel to Omaha at least once...
Apr 09, 2017•6 min
On this episode: Country hitmaker Phil Vassar shares his music & songwriting stories; former Disney kid, actor Calum Worthy, talks his new dark comedy; comedian Steve Byrne tells you about his new Showtime Comedy Special; & spokesman Anthony Sullivan (think OxiClean!) talks April's U.S. Masters Swimming Adult Learn to Swim Month! Dive in & join your radio sisters for fun, inspiration, music, & creativity!
Apr 08, 2017•42 min
It's all about those strings this weekend on The Mulberry Lane Show. Featuring interviews with multiple Grammy winner Bruce Hornsby who talks about his most recent album "Rehab Reunion" -- all songs he wrote on the dulcimer. Then, it's Jake Shimabukuro who will tell you about Nashville Sessions, songs he wrote on the ukulele. Finally, it's Grammy nominated lute player Ronn McFarlane, whose passion is merging both the classic Renaissance lute tunes with the contemporary.
Apr 01, 2017•42 min
It's part 2 with Nash Overstreet (Hot Chelle Rae). You know him from his multiplatinum selling band Hot Chelle Rae and of course the hits like "Tonight Tonight" and "I like It Like That." But singer/songwriter Nash Overstreet joins TMLS to chat about his brand new solo EP, "You Don't Get to Do That." You'll hear about his musical journey alongside folks like Britney Spears, Meghan Trainor, Taylor Swift & Rachel Platten. Visit Nash Overstreet on Instagram: www.instagram.com/nashoverstreet/?hl...
Feb 28, 2017•8 min
Meet Nash Overstreet (Hot Chelle Rae). You know him from his multiplatinum selling band Hot Chelle Rae and of course the hits like "Tonight Tonight" and "I like It Like That." But singer/songwriter Nash Overstreet joins TMLS to chat about his brand new solo EP, "You Don't Get to Do That." You'll hear about his musical journey alongside folks like Britney Spears, Meghan Trainor, Taylor Swift & Rachel Platten. Visit Nash Overstreet on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nashoverstreet/?hl=en ...
Feb 28, 2017•8 min
It's part 2 with singer/songwriter Catie Curtis. Continue the chat from last weekend with the singer/songwriter who was dubbed by The New Yorker as "folk-rock Goddess." Her latest album, "While We're Here," is classic Catie-honest, heart-felt and intimate. Hear how her recent devastating divorce helped her dig even deeper. You'll love the honesty of this musical gem and hear how she's forwarding her career with less touring and more Catie-led song-writing retreats. Visit Catie: http://catiecurti...
Feb 28, 2017•10 min
Meet singer/songwriter Catie Curtis, who was dubbed by The New Yorker as "folk-rock Goddess." And you'll understand why when Catie joins the show to talk about her latest album, "While We're Here." On this episode you'll hear part 1 of the interview where she shares her songwriting process and next weekend you'll hear more about this gifted artist. Check out the dates of her tour, "The Final Outing." Visit: http://catiecurtis.com/ The Mulberry Lane Show is a music, arts, & lifestyle show by ...
Feb 28, 2017•7 min
Interview with Laurie Berkner - Queen of Kid's Music. Hear all about Laurie Berkner's latest venture, a book published by Simon & Schuster that celebrates her first kids song, "We Are the Dinosaurs." The book release is March 21st & if you listen to the song, you won't get it out of your head! Here, you'll get an interesting look at Laurie's hand crafted career... and how she continues to stay creative and inventive in the kids' music market, picking up several awards along the way. Visi...
Feb 28, 2017•9 min
Meet Emmet Cahill, Irish Tenor. Take a trip to the Emerald Isle with Irish Tenor Emmet Cahill, of world music hit group Celtic Thunder. Emmet joins your weekend to chat about his solo journey and the release of his album "Emmet Cahill's Ireland" (available now). Check out the interview, then catch him live at the Omaha Conservatory of Music on Friday March 3... a concert that promises to be as warm as the artist himself! Visit: https://www.emmetcahill.com/ The Mulberry Lane Show is a music, arts...
Feb 28, 2017•9 min
New artist spotlight = Madison McWilliams. Check out the new single & video "We've Got Today" from Madison & hear all about filming the video - who knew it was freezing in the desert! From a feature in Girls' Life Magazine to an upcoming performance at SXSW, Madison's star is definitely rising. And, she's just 15. Visit: http://www.madisonmcwilliams.com/ Also, meet Colin Kearns, Field & Stream's Editor-in-Chief. Ever heard the phrase "Shrink it & Pink it?" Find out what it means,...
Feb 28, 2017•11 min
Michelle Kaiser of The Omaha Bakery. Need a gift idea? Or a way to be an office hero? Pick up some peanut butter rolls at the Omaha Bakery for your co-workers and they'll love you forever! Michelle joins this episode to tell you how The Omaha Bakery can be a part of your holiday. From the scrumptious dessert buffet for your company holiday party, to corporate gifts, to pies for your Christmas dinner, not to mention the sugar cookie perfection, you know that anything you order is made the old sty...
Dec 15, 2016•6 min
Interview with Verdine White of Earth Wind & Fire and Robert Lamm of Chicago. Not one, but two Super Groups in one interview. Earth Wind & Fire and Chicago will up the wow-factor of your day when you hear some behind the scenes stories from the co-headliners of the Heart & Soul Tour 3.0. The camaraderie and mutual admiration these bands have for each other will warm your heart. And a night of their combined hits (Nov.17-Century Link Center) will move your soul. How often do you get a...
Nov 17, 2016•8 min
You're in for a round trip of music & creativity on this episode of TMLS! Where else can you travel to Memphis for some rockin' blues, jet to NYC for some straight up feel good pop, & stop by Jersey for a reality check & some drama - all in one hour? Join us!
Nov 03, 2016•5 min
If anyone was meant to record an album celebrating the Memphis Blues songs from the legendary Stax Records catalog, it's Melissa Etheridge. On this episode, Melissa shares how crawling into these songs and recording "Memphis Rock And Soul" was a beautiful and profound experience. She also shares what motivates her in her life, music, and activism. She even comments about her recent headline-grabbing comments about Brad and Angelina. You'll love her honesty. And that voice. Visit: http://www.meli...
Nov 03, 2016•8 min
If anyone was meant to record an album celebrating the Memphis Blues songs from the legendary Stax Records catalog, it's Melissa Etheridge. On this episode, Melissa shares how crawling into these songs and recording "Memphis Rock And Soul" was a beautiful and profound experience. She also shares what motivates her in her life, music, and activism. She even comments about her recent headline-grabbing comments about Brad and Angelina. You'll love her honesty. And that voice. Visit: http://www.meli...
Nov 03, 2016•7 min
Meet publishing legend Jean Fiewell & author Kristen Orlando of SwoonReads.com. If you're an aspiring writer, you'll want to hear about this new platform for the Young Adult market. SwoonReads.com is called the X factor of book publishing. You can upload your manuscript and get instant feedback or if you love to read new fiction, you can read and rate new authors. This concept is the brainchild of Jean Feiwel, creator of the Babysitters Club & Goosebumps series. Joining her is brand new ...
Nov 03, 2016•11 min
You may know young adult author Leigh Bardugo from the New York Times bestselling series The Grisha Trilogy and the first book in a duality called Six of Crows. In this interview, Leigh tells you about the highly anticipated sequel, Crooked Kingdom. She lets you in on the secrets of creating her imaginary world, writing from multiple POVs, and gives some savvy advice about the creative process. Leigh was born in Jerusalem, grew up in Los Angeles, graduated from Yale University, and has worked in...
Nov 03, 2016•10 min
You may already be familiar with author Angie Sage and two of her international best selling series... Septimus Heap and TodHunter Moon. Angie chats here from her home in England (Somerset), where a 480 year old painting of Henry VIII hangs on the wall! She stops by to tell you all about the new TodHunter Moon Book Three - Star Chaser. She spills the secrets of writing for the 8-12 year old market. Get an inside look into her muse and her world of writing. Angie Sage was born in London and grew ...
Nov 03, 2016•9 min
Meet Casey Smith, RN of Braddock Finnegan Dermatology in the lifestyle segment of this episode. Casey tells you all about BBL technology for your skin. If you have unwanted sunspots, or would like to get rid of tiny veins or Rosacea, this might just be the treatment for you. Casey walks you through what to expect and stay tuned for a special offer. Casey also talks about Braddock Finnegan Dermatology's dedication to keeping your skin healthy. They recently sponsored sunscreen dispensers at Omaha...
Oct 18, 2016•9 min
Get to know pianist Matthew Mayer in this interview. His latest release "Art" recently hit the #1 spot on Amazon's Hot New Releases in New Age. Inspired by Matthew's piano teacher, named Art, he taught Matthew to "play the notes on your soul-not just the ones on the page." Hear how Matthew was able to get in touch with the timeless lullabies and nursery rhymes and become comfortable with their beautiful simplicity. A true piano artist, Matthew is now currently on the Grammy Ballot for Considerat...
Oct 18, 2016•11 min
Mark your calendars! Friday, Sept.23rd at 8pm - you're gonna wanna be at Bushwackers in Ralston for the Belles & Whistles EP release party! Tune into this interivew to hear all about the writing and recording of the EP in Nashville, and how this mother/daughter duo (Jaymie & Kelli) is quickly gaining the attention of Nashville insiders. And finally, find out from Kelli what it's really like being on the road with your mom! We love keeping it all in the family & for those of you who d...
Sep 19, 2016•14 min
Bringing you the luck 'o the Irish! If you're familiar with the band Celtic Thunder from their sold-out tours, PBS specials, and international phenomenon status, you'll know one if it's principle members... Keith Harkin. Keith is continuing his solo journey with his second album, On Mercy Street. Hear all about it on the show and then catch Keith on his Ball & Chain 2016 US tour - in Lincoln, August 30th at Vega and the Kansas City Irish Festival Sept 3 & 4. Oh, and that Irish accent! Vi...
Aug 29, 2016•10 min
Matthew Sweet. You'll be captivated by the insight in this 2 part interview. You'll get a peek into the creative process of this Nebraska native, '90s hit-maker, and the many other projects he's been a part of, including working with Susanna Hoffs. Matthew discusses his previous albums and his approach to the music world and his upcoming album. This interview winds from music, to art (Margaret Keane paintings), to science, to philosophy, to being a Nebraskan. Matthew will draw you in and leave y...
Aug 09, 2016•12 min
Matthew Sweet. You'll be captivated by the insight in this 2 part interview. You'll get a peek into the creative process of this Nebraska native, '90s hit-maker, and the many other projects he's been a part of, including working with Susanna Hoffs. Matthew discusses his previous albums and his approach to the music world and his upcoming album. This interview winds from music, to art (Margaret Keane paintings), to science, to philosophy, to being a Nebraskan. Matthew will draw you in and leave y...
Aug 09, 2016•10 min
Interview with Phil Vassar by The Mulberry Lane Show
Jul 23, 2016•9 min
Interview with 4x Olympic Silver Medalist, Kara Lynn Joyce. The swim trials are underway in Omaha. Now whether you go or not, don't forget to stop by the Marcus Mid-Town Cinema between June 27-July 3 to catch beloved swim film "Touch the Wall" starring Olympic swimmers Missy Franklin (4x Olympic Gold medalist) and Kara Lynn Joyce (4x Olympic Silver medalist). The film follows the ups and downs of chasing an Olympic dream. This weekend, Kara stops by to tell you about the movie, her Olympic exper...
Jun 27, 2016•9 min