Stacey Kent, one of the most successful and internationally recognized jazz singers and recording artists with over 2 million records sold is our guest on this show. 2017 saw the release of her first orchestral album, I Know I Dream, in a discography of more than 15 albums. I Know I
Monica Mancini is a Concord Records artist who has twice been nominated for a Grammy. A jazz vocalist, Mancini is not limited to the American Songbook (although she does this very well), in fact her most recent album I’ve Loved These Days features interpretations of classic rock songs from the
Pianist, conductor, musical director, composer and producer Frank Owens has recorded and performed with Johnny Mathis, Lena Horne, Chubby Checker, Barbara McNair, Petula Clark, and others. Frank Owens was also the musical director for David Letterman’s first television show which was broadcast in the morning called The David Letterman Show. In
Susan Birkenhead is one of the most in-demand theatre lyricists. She made her Broadway debut as a contributor to Working in 1978. Her songwriting has been featured in many productions both on and off Broadway, including Jelly’s Last Jam, Triumph of Love, High Society, Hats!, Radio Girl and most recently
Otis Redding III is the son of the legendary Otis Redding, the King of Soul. Redding was bestowed with his father’s talents and is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, performing and recording artist. Otis Redding III speaks with a sense of humility, but yet continues the tradition of musical excellence associated
Jeff Altman is an entertainer who focuses on sleight of hand card magic. He’s also had an incredible career as a stand up comic and actor. He’s acted in such television shows as The Dukes of Hazzard, Night Court and Baywatch. Jeff Altman has been a guest on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson as well
Tony Oppedisano’s background and passion is in music. One of Frank Sinatra’s close friends and his road manager, Oppedisano could play the guitar, bass and piano as well as sing. This foundation is one of the reasons Tony bonded with one of the greatest singers in the world, Frank Sinatra.
On this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour, we’re in the presence of a legend. For 50 years, Charlie McCoy has worked as a session player. He’s in great demand. In addition to his 41 solo albums, he’s done more than 12,000 recording sessions. Charlie McCoy has worked with Elvis
Singer-songwriter, recording artist Gary Morris was born on December 7, 1948. Tomorrow is his birthday! Morris has had more than two dozen chart singles, including the 1983 Top 10 song, “Wind Beneath My Wings.” Most of his work could be classified as country, but he’s also had a serious acting
The acclaimed jazz and pop vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli joins Paul to talk about her first major album of distinctive original songs “Dream Ago” produced by David Cook. Called an “outstanding singer” by the Wall Street Journal and “hotter than the equator” by The Village Voice, Gabrielle Stravelli is an emerging