Frank Wells

The Audio Engineering Society (AES) was formed in New York in 1948 and is celebrating its 75th anniversary! Join us as we learn about this important organization through the words of Past President Frank Wells. Frank served as a radio and audio technician during his long career and became a Life Fellow of the society, an honor given for his decades of service to the audio community.

EP. 132 - AES 75th with Frank Wells

To celebrate the artistry of Bob Dylan, the Music History Project team brought our special guest, NAMM’s own Zach (Dylan’s No. 1 fan) Phillips, to the table. Zach provided his views on Dylan as related to interviews in the NAMM Oral History Collection with the likes of Garth Hudson, Robbie Robertson, Pete Seeger, Emmylou Harris, and the “father of festival sound” Bill Hanley and brother/partner Terry.

EP. 131 - Bob Dylan

Join us for this special episode of The Music History Project featuring an interview with Solomon Burke who is known as one of the founding fathers of soul music. In addition to hearing first-hand from Solomon listen to NAMM’s music historian Dan Del Fiorentino as he recounts fascinating memories of his visit in 2006 with the King of Rock and Soul.

EP. 130 - Solomon Burke

Join us, Suzanne, Alex and Dan, as we celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with a fun discussion about Latin Jazz! This episode will feature two legends of Latin Jazz, bandleader, percussionist and songwriter Tito Puente and percussionist and drummer Walfredo Reyes Sr. Hear firsthand from these innovative musicians and help us spread Jazz appreciation!

EP. 129 - Latin Jazz

In celebration of National Women’s Month, the Music History Project podcast team is thrilled and honored to highlight the career of Boden Sandstrom, a pioneer of the live sound industry.  Over her career, she provided sound and gear for countless rallies in Washington DC and was key in the development of the Women’s Music Movement, thanks in large part to the company she formed, Women Sound. Join us as we showcase the career of this gifted and gracious innovator.

EP. 128 - Boden Sandstrom

Allen Toussaint

In celebration of Black History Month, we are honored to share with you the full NAMM Oral History interview of multitalented songwriter and musician Allen Toussaint. Mr. Toussaint (1938-2015) penned such classic hits as “Southern Nights” and “Lipstick Traces” and spent decades in music studios as a musician, arranger, musical director, and producer for some of the greatest songs of his era. Please join us as we uncover some rare facts and personal insights into a true musical legend.

EP. 127 - Allen Toussaint

Following the first episode of Sun Records sit back and enjoy Sun Records Part 2. This completes our two-part series on Sun Records in recognition of the Music History Project’s fifth anniversary.

EP. 126 - Sun Records Part 2

In celebration of the fifth anniversary of our podcast, we are reposting some of the most popular episodes over the next year. Let’s begin with our first two episodes of the Music History Project. Here is Sun Records Part 1.

EP. 125 - Sun Records Part 1

Our final installment of this Rhythm and Blues podcast series uses the interviews of two important pioneers, band leader, trumpeter and songwriter (“Blue Monday” etc.) Dave Bartholemew and studio drummer Earl Palmer, who was in the first class of inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a sideman. Join us and our special guest, Jonah Del Fiorentino!

EP. 124 - R&B Pioneers Part 3

Continuing on from our last episode, which looked at the early development of Rhythm and Blues, part two focuses on the amazing career of Lloyd Price. When he was interviewed for the NAMM Oral History collection in 2016, Lloyd provided an up-close and personal look at some of his classic recordings and how they influenced a generation of music makers. Join us and our special guest Jonah Del Fiorentino!

EP. 123 - R&B Pioneers Part 2

NAMM’s resident Music Historian Dan Del Fiorentino and co-hosts examine the innovative creations, evolution of musical instruments, the changing world of music retail, music industry icons, and other topics covered in NAMM’s Oral History program.  The NAMM Oral History program boasts over 4,500 interviews and is continually growing.  For more information about NAMM’s Oral History program please visit https://www.namm.org/library.

Great insights into the inner workings of the music business and what shaped it over the years.

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Great perspective of a studio which defined a sound and a movement!

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NAMM’s resident Music Historian Dan Del Fiorentino and co-hosts examine the innovative creations, evolution of musical instruments, the changing world of music retail, music industry icons, and other topics covered in NAMM’s Oral History program.  The NAMM Oral History program boasts over 4,500 interviews and is continually growing.  For more information about NAMM’s Oral History program please visit <a href="https://www.namm.org/library" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.namm.org/library</a>.

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This week’s episode of The Music History Project is part one of a two-part series celebrating Motown Records. You’ll hear from greats such as Bob Olhsson, Allee Willis, Brian and Eddie Holland and Lamont Dozier as they explore the history of the label and commemorate some outstanding songwriters.

Ep. 50 - Motown - Part 1

In honor of the 2020 NAMM Show, this week’s episode of The Music History Project is a bit different than usual. In this episode, we will be hearing from NAMM Staff about their favorite NAMM Show memories. Staff members in this episode include: Zach Phillips, André Brousseau, Jessica Duarte, Luke Walton, Michael Mullens, Staci Cohen, Kate Mitchell, B.J. Morgan, Michelle Schedler, Dana Hofseth, Jonathan Piper, Chalise Zolezzi, Eric Ebel, Dan Del Fiorentino, Causby Challacombe, Elizabeth Dale, Bill Kilpatrick, Betty Heywood, and Joe Lamond.

Ep. 65 - The NAMM Show: Staff Memories

This year to the day marks the 50th anniversary of the Woodstock Music Festival. The Music History Project team celebrates that anniversary in this podcast with interviews of a few musicians who played there, some of the attendees and of course, the Father of Woodstock, Artie Kornfeld.

Ep. 56 - Woodstock

In celebration of what would have been his 83rd birthday, The Music History Project team dives deep into what made Elvis Presley the King of Rock &amp; Roll. In part one of a two part series, we discuss the early days of Elvis, his instruments, and his recordings. Interview segments include Ron Tutt, Mike Ladd, Herb Brochstein, Scotty Moore, DJ Fontana, James Burton, Chip Young, Fred Foster, Boots Randolph, and Norbert Putnam.

Ep. 14 - Elvis Presley - Part 1

Irving Berlin

Celebrate what would have been American composer and lyricist, Irving Berlin’s 130th birthday with Dan, Michael, and Elizabeth as they examine the work of one of the greatest songwriters in American history. By examining interviews from those who worked closely with Irving and two of Irving’s children, Mary Ellin Barrett and Linda Emmet, the team provides a unique look into the life and work of this prolific American songwriter.

Ep. 23 - Irving Berlin

Rock and Roll wouldn’t be where it is today without the giants that helped shape this wave of popular music. On this week’s episode, the team examines the foundations of the Rock and Roll movement with help from interviews with musicians Bo Diddley, Duane Eddy, DJ Fontana, Wanda Jackson, Scotty More, Ike Turner, Lloyd Price, and songwriters Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller, and Dave Bartholomew.

Ep. 35 - Pioneers of Rock and Roll

The NAMM Resource Center team along with special guest, Kate Mitchell, make their own Fab Four as they talk the Beatles. This new series chronicles the Beatles early years as they prepared for the trip to the States. Listen to those closely associated with the boys including Bernand and Sara Michaelson, Pete Best, Billy Kramer, Ivor Davis, and Louise Harrison.

Ep. 29 - The Beatles: Road to America

Join The Music History Project team as they explore the careers and life work of iconic luthiers Scott Baxendale, Bob Benedetto, Roger Bucknall, Wayne Charvel, and the late Bill Collings. We discuss the foundations for finding a path as a luthier, the creation of ones first instrument, start of their iconic careers, and reflect on some lessons learned by these industry heroes.

Ep. 22 - Industry Heroes: Luthiers

Chances are, you know the voices in this episode of The Music History Project. While you might not recognize their names, you have heard their iconic playing on many notable albums that came out of Los Angeles throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Hear from the studio musicians themselves as we examine the lives and work of the Wrecking Crew with content from Hal Blaine, Gene “Cip” Cipriano, Carol Kaye, Frank DeVito, Chuck Berghofer, Jim Horn, and Denny Tedesco.

Ep. 34 - The Wrecking Crew

Al Schmitt

Al Schmitt reflects on his career as a recording engineer that covers more than 50 years of innovation in the pro audio world. Working with the likes of Sam Cooke and being inducted into the TEC Hall of Fame in 1997, Al has an illustrious career that continues to inspire others.

Ep. 24 - Al Schmitt

In part two of The Music History Project’s series on banjos, we listen to a bit of the history of banjo players. Join Dan, Mike and Michelle as they welcome back The Museum of Making Music’s Bill Kilpatrick and hear from some of the banjo greats including: Sonny Osbourne; Michael Doucet; JD Crowe; Pete Seeger and Earl Scruggs.

Ep. 64 - The Banjo: Players

Henry Z. Steinway

Part one of a two-part series hammers out the life of Henry Steinway of Steinway Pianos. The overtones of part one includes the early history of Steinway as well as the importance of performance in the Steinway model. Let us string you along for the conclusion of this interview in two weeks.

Ep. 32 - Henry Z. Steinway - Part 1

In honor of Black History Month, The Music History Project team takes a look at stories from performers who have faced their share of struggles as African American artists and those who were advocates for change during one of America's most tumultuous periods in history. Hear from greats like Clora Bryant, Joe Wilder, Preston Epps, Tom Paxton, Peter Yarrow, Buddy Collette, Billy Taylor, and Specs Powell.

Ep. 16 - Music in the Civil Rights Movement

Throughout the NAMM Oral History Collection there is one constant - the overwhelming presence of Buddy Holly as a catalyst for inspiration. Dan, Mike, and Elizabeth examine the life and career of Buddy to commemorate the 60th anniversary of his passing. Content features interviews with musicians Sonny Curtis, Don McLean, Brian Setzer, Tommy Roe, Eric Burdon, and Sound Techniques LTD. President, Danny White.

Ep. 42 - Buddy Holly: 60 Years Later

Two of the industries most iconic names in amplifiers are Hartley Peavey and Jim Marshall. The NAMM Oral History team examines the interviews conducted with these two legends while discussing the history of the amplifier.

Ep. 21 - Industry Heroes: Guitar Amp Innovators

In honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, The Music History Project team takes a look at those in the Oral History Collection who were impacted by World War Two, with perspectives ranging from those who served overseas and at home, to individuals who were living in Europe during in World War II, and even some who returned to the states to open up their own retail stores.

Ep. 12 - World War II and the Music Industry

In this episode of The Music History Project, we examine the story behind one of Nashville’s most popular set of Studio Musicians - The A-Team. Included in this episode are musicians: Charlie McCoy, Pig Robbins, Wayne Moss, Bob Moore and Buddy Harman.

Ep. 61 - The Nashville A-Team

Founder of the Fender Electric Instrument Manufacturing Company and inventor, Leo Fender, brought the world iconic instruments such as the Fender Telecaster, Stratocaster, and Fender Precision Bass.  This week, the team examines interviews with some of Leo’s closest friends and employees to examine the man behind the brand.

Ep. 10 - Working with Leo

Deke Dickerson

Join the team as they welcome Rockabilly musician, Deke Dickerson, as their special guest on this week’s episode. Deke talks about the legacy of legends from the world of Rockabilly as well as the impact the genre has had on his musical aspirations and his life.

Ep. 46 - Rockabilly with Deke Dickerson

Dan, Mike and Michelle are talking Big Bands in this week’s episode of The Music History Project. In part one of this two part series we will hear from a few Big Band greats such as: John Tumpak, Dick Jurgens, Sammy Nestico and Billy May.

Ep. 58 - The Big Band Era - Part 1

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