I'm still on summer break but here's a bonus episode with a friend of the podcast, professor, author, and screenwriter Joe Williams. New episodes of the podcast (Season 5) premier in September!

Preston and Joe discuss their music guilty pleasures

Jon Herington

Jon Herington drops by to discuss ‘Chunks and Chairnobs’ his terrific new project with Jim Beard, as well as covering Steely Dan, and his all-time favorite albums.

Preston interviews Jon Herington

Steve Lukather

I don't remember how many times I've seen Steve Lukather live (with his solo touring band, Ringo Starr and Toto) or how many times I've talked to him backstage after a show. I do remember that he was always gracious and funny. The season 4 finale features a chat with Steve Lukather about his solo album, Bridges.

Preston interviews Steve Lukather (Toto) about his solo album, Bridges

Donald Fagen

Steely Dan’s Donald Fagen returns with his first solo album in 11 years. Hear why Preston things it’s his best. Bold, dynamic and weird, Kamakiriad grooves. Frequent podcast guest Joe Williams doesn’t get Steely Dan…he’s wrong.

Donald Fagen Kamakiriad

Yes Music Podcast founder and cohost Kevin Mulryne discusses his wonderful new book, Yes-The Tormato Story; available now at Burning Shed and www.tormatobook.com.

Yes Music Podcast founder and cohost Kevin Mulryne discusses his wonderful new book, Yes-The Tormato Story; available now at Burning Shed and <a href="http://www.tormatobook.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tormatobook.com</a>.

Preston discusses the book, The Tormato Story with author Kevin Mulryne

Rob Meany

Minnesota based composer, singer and song writer Rob Meany discusses the three brilliant Terramara albums and his sublime solo album, Ferris Wheels Unbound. Hear what’s next for the talented artist.

Preston interviews Terramara leader Rob Meany

Projekt Gemineye

Anthony K

Preston sits down the Projekt Gemineye leader, Mark Anthony K for a song by song analysis of his new album, What Lies Beyond. The album is available now at https://projektgemineye.bandcamp.com/

Preston sits down the Projekt Gemineye leader, Mark Anthony K for a song by song analysis of his new album, What Lies Beyond. The album is available now at <a href="https://projektgemineye.bandcamp.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://projektgemineye.bandcamp.com/</a>

Preston interviews Mark Anthony K on Projekt Gemineye's What Lies Beyond

Nick Finzer

The Slang of Ages podcast catches up with composer, trombonist, educator and band leader Nick Finzer for a very special episode where they discuss the release of his new album, Dreams Visions Illusions.

Nick Finzer discusses Dreams Visions Illusions

David Lindley

David Lindley  who passed in March 2023, had a long and distinctive career as one of L.A.’s elite session players. Lindley, a distant cousin to Linda Ronstadt, could play any stringed instrument and was a master of middle eastern and African instruments. Mr. Dave reflects his strength as a songwriter and as a unique vocalist. Check out his seventeen solo albums which include ska, Reggae, and R&amp;B.

David Lindley - Mr. Dave (1985)

Talking Book, released in 1972, is a gem among gems from Stevie Wonder’s classic period. Innovative instrumentation played by Wonder, fantastic vocal arrangements and classic songs including “Superstition” and “You Are The Sunshine of My Life”, make this my favorite of Wonder’s twenty six albums. Hear why on the Slang Of Ages Podcast.

Stevie Wonder- Talking Book (1972)

If music is your pasion, tune in to the Slang of Ages Podcast, where Preston Frazier reviews the best albums of all time.

Jose James

Fantastic new arrangements with a great band and Jose James’ vocals. How can this not be great? Add into it Erykah Badu’s gifts as a lyricist and you have yet another great Jose James album. Sure he’s a gifted composer but his arranging and vocals talents are just as formidable. I can't wait to get my vinyl! Favorite track: Gone Baby, Don't Be Long (feat. Ebban Dorsey).			José James - vocals, bells, singing bowl, Bali metal tongue drum 			Ebban Dorsey - alto saxophone (tracks 1, 2, 4, 5) 			Diana Dzhabbar - flute, alto saxophone (tracks 1, 3, 7) 			BIGYUKI - piano, fender rhodes, wurlitzer, hammond B-3, synthesizers 			Ben Williams - bass 			Jharis Yokley - drums

Fantastic new arrangements with a great band and Jose James’ vocals. How can this not be great? Add into it Erykah Badu’s gifts as a lyricist and you have yet another great Jose James album. Sure he’s a gifted composer but his arranging and vocals talents are just as formidable. I can't wait to get my vinyl! Favorite track: Gone Baby, Don't Be Long (feat. Ebban Dorsey). 			José James - vocals, bells, singing bowl, Bali metal tongue drum 			Ebban Dorsey - alto saxophone (tracks 1, 2, 4, 5) 			Diana Dzhabbar - flute, alto saxophone (tracks 1, 3, 7) 			BIGYUKI - piano, fender rhodes, wurlitzer, hammond B-3, synthesizers 			Ben Williams - bass 			Jharis Yokley - drums

Jose James featuring Ebban Dorsey & Diana Dzhabbar On and On (2023)

Neil Young releases his first Geffen Records album (and part of his $1 million per album commitment) but it's not quite what the label or fans were hoping for. Young’s attempt to demonstrate communications difficulties ( inspired by his therapy work with his son who has cerebral palsy) stands up better in 2023 than it did in 1983. Check out episode #2 as I discuss Trans.

Neil Young - Trans (1983)

Joan Armatrading

Welcome back! Season 4 starts with British singer-songwriter Joan Armatrading’s 1988 masterpiece, The Shouting Stage. Never heard of Joan? The Basseterre born singer is the first Black British singer to enjoy international fame and continues to be a significant presence in the music world.

Joan Armatrading - The Shouting Stage

Joe Williams

Preston and returning  guest Joe Williams revisit concerts by Prince, David Byrne, St. Vincent, Ozomatli and other acts you may or may not heard of. 				Special thanks to supporters Rolando Guzman, Vinicio Cifuentes, Mark Anthony K, Cheryl Frazier,Susan Frazier and Joe Williams.

Preston and returning guest Joe Williams revisit concerts by Prince, David Byrne, St. Vincent, Ozomatli and other acts you may or may not heard of. 		 		Special thanks to supporters Rolando Guzman, Vinicio Cifuentes, Mark Anthony K, Cheryl Frazier,Susan Frazier and Joe Williams.

My Favorite Concerts featuring Joe Williams

Michael Leonhart

In this special edition of the Slang of Ages podcast trumpeter, producer and composer Michael Leonhart talks to Preston on his work with rapper JSWISS, his Michael Leonhart Orchestra album The Norman Suites and Steely Dan.

Michael Leonhart Interview 

Deborah Holland

The Season Three finale features a chat with Deborah Holland  rekindled their working relationship with Stanley Clarke and Stewart Copeland, resulting in the two new tracks, “Can You Tell Me” and “Ordinary”. 						The songs will be released digitally on November 18 and will be available on all streaming platforms. They can also be purchased via Bandcamp at: https://animallogic1.bandcamp.com/

The Season Three finale features a chat with Deborah Holland rekindled their working relationship with Stanley Clarke and Stewart Copeland, resulting in the two new tracks, “Can You Tell Me” and “Ordinary”. 			 			The songs will be released digitally on November 18 and will be available on all streaming platforms. They can also be purchased via Bandcamp at: <a href="https://animallogic1.bandcamp.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://animallogic1.bandcamp.com/</a>

Animal Logic's Deborah Holland interview 

Preston welcomes back Mark Anthony K for the penultimate episode of Season 3. They discuss Yes, 1980 release, Drama. Check out Mark’s music at projektgemineye.com.

Preston welcomes back Mark Anthony K for the penultimate episode of Season 3. They discuss Yes, 1980 release, Drama. Check out Mark’s music at <a href="http://projektgemineye.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">projektgemineye.com</a>.

Mark Anthony K of Projekt Gemeneye and Preston talk about Yes’ Drama (1980)

Sharon Robinson

Sharon Robinson is a Grammy award winning writer. She’s a producer and a phenomenal vocalists. In a call back to episode 1 of this season, Ms. Robinson discusses her latest project, “My Time with Leonard Cohen”.

Sharon Robinson Interview

American Icon, Nobel prize recipient and voice of a generation has 39 albums under his belt. Some are not great, mot are good and a few, like Oh mercy (1989) are pure magic.

Bob Dylan - Oh Mercy

Bruce Hornsby

A Night On The Town by Bruce Hornsby and The Range is the best album by the band the last album by the band, and maybe the first real album, by the band. Hornsby continues to make great music by this album marks the end of his rock phase.

Bruce Hornsby and the Range- A Night on the Town (1990)

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