In Episode of 18 Plus One Eric speaks with saxophonist and composer Cochemea Gastelum, whose 2019 album "All My Relations" is one of Kraz's most played records of the year. Cochemea made his mark as a member of The Dap-Kings, the potent funk and soul band behind the late great vocalist Sharon Jones. He's also played with artists from Amy Winehouse to Run The Jewels, always experimenting with effects and other sounds you might not expect from a sax player. Cochemea brings that same...
Aug 10, 2020•37 min•Ep 18•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 17 of Plus One Eric talks with soul singer and bandleader Allen Stone. The son of a preacher, Allen describes how singing in church from the age of 3 built his musical chops for years before he was exposed to "secular" music. Once he heard Stevie Wonder's InnerVisions as a teenager Allen had found the sound he wanted to emulate, and you can hear echoes of Stevie and other R&B legends in each of Stone's four records. Eric and Allen also discuss fatherhood...
Aug 03, 2020•2 hr 38 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 16 Eric talks with Grammy-winning producer turned record executive Don Was. After decades of recording with Bonnie Raitt, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones and others, Don accepted his first "real job" when he succeeded the legendary Bruce Lundvall as President of Blue Note Records. Don and Eric discuss how they balance analog and digital methods when recording with younger artists, the influence of Detroit's jazz and motown scene on Don as a kid, the spiritual ...
Jul 27, 2020•1 hr 26 min•Ep 16•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 15 Eric talks to bluegrass sensation Billy Strings , whose hard-playing style and high-energy live shows are introducing bluegrass to all types of new fans. The two first met at the RoosterWalk Festival in 2017, when a storm prevented Eric's band from showing up and Billy's band sat in at the last minute. They've been friends ever since, and in those years Billy Strings has gone from releasing his first EP to selling out theaters across the country. &nbs...
Jul 20, 2020•1 hr 26 min•Ep 15•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 14, Eric talks to Ivan Neville, a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for his work with his band, Dumpstaphunk, The Neville Brothers and The Rolling Stones. Eric and Ivan talk about his musical journey, his musical family, and how he's adjusting during this crazy time. At the end of the episode, you'll hear "Justice," by Dumpstaphunk. This podcast is available on Apple Podcasts , Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Please leave us a rating or review on iTunes! A...
Jul 13, 2020•2 hr 44 min•Ep 14•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 13 of Eric Krasno Plus One has Kraz talking to producer and drummer Adam Deitch. Adam is the drummer for Lettuce, he has performed with the Average White Band and John Scofield, and has produced multiple artists, including 50 Cent. They talk about Adam’s upbringing with parents who were accomplished musicians, and what happened when he went to play with the Average White Band at age 18. Adam tells Kraz what he learned from John Scofield and the two discuss what they’ve learned from each ...
Jul 06, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 12 of Eric Krasno Plus One, Eric continues his conversation with Questlove, who joins Eric from his home in upstate New York. Ahmir Khalib Thompson aka “Questlove” hails from Philadelphia. He is a drummer, DJ, producer, culinary entrepreneur, designer, New York Times bestselling and James Beard Award-nominated author, and cofounder of Philadelphia’s most influential hip-hop group, the Roots. He is the musical director for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where the Roots serve a...
Jun 29, 2020•2 hr 49 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 11 of Eric Krasno Plus One, Eric welcomes his friend Questlove, part one of a two part episode. Questlove joins Eric from his home in upstate New York to talk about learning to make beats on his computer during the lockdown, dealing with procrastination, and what he’s writing in his new book. Questlove recalls the time that Miles Davis appeared at his high school, what happened when he discovered Prince at the same time his parents discovered Christianity, and how The Roots got s...
Jun 22, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 10 of Plus One, Kraz talks to guitarist and songwriter Derek Trucks, who he describes as the ‘greatest slide guitar player that’s ever lived’ about the early days of their friendship and the incredible musicians they’ve played with over the years. They talk about how they’re managing through the pandemic, the time that Derek immersed himself in Indian music and how it influenced his playing, and what he took away from working with Eric Clapton. At the end of the episode, Kraz plays “S...
Jun 15, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 9 of Plus One, Kraz talks with drummer and bandmate, fellow Soulive founding member, Alan Evans. Alan & Eric discuss the ongoing protests against police brutality & racism, the current political climate in the US, and related personal experiences. The two also spend some time diving into Alan's career and early memories of playing together in Soulive. At the end of the episode, Eric plays the track "As Far As We Know" from Alan's project, Crushed Velvet & the Velveteers. E...
Jun 08, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 8 of Plus One, Kraz welcomes long-time friend and idol, guitar legend John Scofield. John talks about working with Miles Davis, Phil Lesh, and Medeski, Martin & Wood, hearing Jimi Hendrix’s “Fire” for the first time on his transistor radio, The Grateful Dead culture & legacy, and his experience of getting into Jazz. At the end of the episode, we hear “Boozer” from John Scofield’s album, A Go Go. Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media . All original music by Er...
Jun 01, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Plus One, Eric sat down in his studio in LA with up and coming R&B artist Mac Ayres . Mac talks with Eric about how he started making music and his quickly growing, loyal fanbase. Mac shares how his songwriting has evolved since he first started making music, his first “aha” moment as a writer, and the experience of performing live on tour. At the end of the episode, Eric plays “Jumping Off The Moon,” an impromptu collaboration with Mac from the same day in the studi...
May 25, 2020•40 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Eric chats with singer-songwriter, guitarist and producer John Mayer . They discuss discovering new music, how the role of being a fan has changed, and the importance of writing a hit song. John talks about how his songwriting has changed has he's gotten older, the two get deep on guitar players like Jerry Garcia and Stevie Ray Vaughn, and John tells Kraz about that time he talked to Eric Clapton about The Dead. At the end of the episode, Eric plays “Inside Friend”, a coll...
May 18, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast This week, Kraz chats with pop-soul singer-songwriter Emily King . Emily talks about growing up in a musical family, going on the road with her jazz singer parents, and why hamburgers and french fries in the dressing room made her want to become a musician. The two also talk about mutual friend and producer Jeremy Most, and discuss what it’s like to be nominated for a Grammy. The episode ends with “Look At Me Now”, a Grammy-nominated track from Emily’s 2019 album Scenery . Eric Krasno Plus One i...
May 11, 2020•59 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast Eric's Plus One this week is Chris Robinson, frontman for The Black Crowes and the Chris Robinson Brotherhood . Chris tells Eric about growing up in Atlanta, forming The Black Crowes with his brother when they were teenagers, and how he ended up in the role of frontman. The two dig deep into their love of music, the artists who first influenced Chris, from Sam & Dave to REM, and how he finally got into The Grateful Dead. They talk about what he’s listening to now, and reflect on their mutual...
May 04, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast Kraz chats with guitar prodigy Marcus King . The two friends discuss Marcus' upbringing by a musical father, their approaches to writing songs both in groups and by themselves, as well as Marcus' new album El Dorado. This interview was recorded before the full extent of the impact COVID-19 would have on the live music industry and includes discussion about live which were planned for 2020. Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media . All original music by Eric Krasno. Executive Producers ...
Apr 27, 2020•41 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast Eric's Plus One this week is Laura Lee, bassist for Khruangbin. They discuss how they are weathering the storm of COVID-19, how Khruangbin formed, Laura's newfound appreciation for Phish, and how Khruangbin's plans for 2020 have been altered. Questions for Kraz? Email krazplusone@gmail.com and maybe your questions will be answered on an upcoming episode! Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media . All original music by Eric Krasno. Executive Producers are RJ Bee and Christina Collins. Au...
Apr 20, 2020•59 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Kraz talks with legendary jam folk icon Dave Matthews during the coronavirus pandemic. They talk about how they are getting by in these troubling times, their history together, streaming sites versus radio, and Neil Young. Questions? Contact us at krazplusone@gmail.com and your question may be answered in a future episode! Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media . All original music by Eric Krasno. Executive Producers are RJ Bee and Christina Collins. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Pr...
Apr 20, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to Eric Krasno Plus One. This show will give you a front row seat to conversations betwee Grammy Award-winning guitarist Eric Krasno and the friends he's met in his 20 plus years as a touring musician. The first two episodes premiere on Monday, April 20, featuring Dave Matthews and Laura Lee of Khruangbin. Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media —which helps deepen your connection to the music you love through podcasts and unique live music experiences. Hosted on Acast. See aca...
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