Author: Paul Leslie

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Van Morrison’s “Accentuate the Positive” — The Album ReviewVan Morrison’s “Accentuate the Positive” — The Album Review

The Sunday afternoon after Thanksgiving was cold, dreary, wet. Perhaps subconsciously, I put on Van Morrison’s latest album “Accentuate the Positive.” It’s Van’s second album in a row of covers. After his “Moving on Skiffle,” Van decided to knock out this record of mostly rock and roll classics.  The result?

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Episode #963 – Michael Utley – Third InterviewEpisode #963 – Michael Utley – Third Interview

Michael Utley Third Interview on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? You’re here. That’s what’s important. Here at The Paul Leslie Hour, we’re honored to once again welcome pianist, composer and record producer Michael Utley. The longtime musical director of Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band, Mr. Utley first worked

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