Happy Hour Harmonica Podcast

PT Gazell developed his melodic style of harmonica through playing a range of genres, from Bluegrass, to Pop, Country and Jazz.After his iconic first album, Pace Yourself, he became a session musician and toured with Country bands before taking a prolonged break from playing due to his frustrations at the limitations of the diatonic harmonica. This led him to develop his Gazell Method half-valved diatonic, in partnership with the German manufacturer Seydel.Select the Chapter Markers tab above to select different sections of the podcast (website version only).http://www.ptgazell.comIf you're interested in purchasing a Gazell Method diatonic: from within the US: http://www.ptgazell.com/gazell-method-harmonicas-1.htmloutside the US: https://www.seydel1847.de/epages/Seydel1847.sf/en_US/?ObjectPath=/Shops/Seydel/Categories/Products/Specialities/PT-HalbventiliertPT offers teaching either through the online course at Music Gurus:http://www.ptgazell.com/online-instruction.htmlOr you can email PT if you're interested in one-to-one tuition: info@ptgazell.comSome of the equipment PT uses:Audix Fireball V5 mic: https://audixusa.com/docs_12/units/FireBall_V.shtmlBulletini mic: http://www.blowsmeaway.com/bulletini.htmlLone Wolf effects pedals: https://www.lonewolfblues.comPodcast website:https://www.harmonicahappyhour.comDonations:If you want to make a voluntary donation to help support the running costs of the podcast then please use this link (or visit the podcast website link above):https://paypal.me/harmonicahappyhour?locale.x=en_GBSpotify Playlist: Also check out the Spotify Playlist, which contains most of the songs discussed in the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5QC6RF2VTfs4iPuasJBqwT?si=M-j3IkiISeefhR7ybm9qIQPodcast sponsors:This podcast is sponsored by SEYDEL harmonicas - visit the oldest harmonica factory in the world at www.seydel1847.com  or on Facebook or Instagram at SEYDEL HARMONICASand Blows Me Away Productions: http://www.blowsmeaway.com/Support the show

Charlie McCoy is the leading figure in Country harmonica playing, where he joined the Nashville scene in 1961.With over 13000 sessions to his name, Charlie is probably the most recorded harmonica artist of all time.Although best known as a country harmonica player, along with his 40 solo albums, Charlie has played with some of the truly legendary names in popular music, from Roy Orbison, to Bob Dylan, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Paul Simon.Select the Chapter Markers tab above to select different sections of the podcast (website version only).https://www.charliemccoy.com/YouTube: Hee Haw TV show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtlWa7zsCTUPodcast website:https://www.harmonicahappyhour.comDonations:If you want to make a voluntary donation to help support the running costs of the podcast then please use this link (or visit the podcast website link above):https://paypal.me/harmonicahappyhour?locale.x=en_GBSpotify Playlist: Also check out the Spotify Playlist, which contains most of the songs discussed in the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5QC6RF2VTfs4iPuasJBqwT?si=M-j3IkiISeefhR7ybm9qIQPodcast sponsors:This podcast is sponsored by SEYDEL harmonicas - visit the oldest harmonica factory in the world at www.seydel1847.com  or on Facebook or Instagram at SEYDEL HARMONICASand Blows Me Away Productions: http://www.blowsmeaway.com/Support the show

Rod Piazza developed his exciting brand of West coast jump harmonica in Southern California, where he formed his own band before joining forces with George Harmonica Smith, to form Bacon Fat. Two harps, what a sound!Rod has an extensive discography, both as a solo artist, and also with his long term band, the Mighty Flyers, alongside his wife Honey. Rod talks us through his evergreen career and how he has burned it up on stage for so many years.Select the Chapter Markers tab above to select different sections of the podcast (website version only).https://www.themightyflyers.com/Harp King amplifiers and Kinder Anti-feedback pedal:http://www.kinder-instruments.com/Podcast website:https://www.harmonicahappyhour.comDonations:If you want to make a voluntary donation to help support the running costs of the podcast then please use this link (or visit the podcast website link above):https://paypal.me/harmonicahappyhour?locale.x=en_GBSpotify Playlist: Also check out the Spotify Playlist, which contains most of the songs discussed in the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5QC6RF2VTfs4iPuasJBqwT?si=M-j3IkiISeefhR7ybm9qIQPodcast sponsors:This podcast is sponsored by SEYDEL harmonicas - visit the oldest harmonica factory in the world at www.seydel1847.com  or on Facebook or Instagram at SEYDEL HARMONICASand Blows Me Away Productions: http://www.blowsmeaway.com/Support the show

Kim Wilson is without doubt one of the great harmonica players around today.He grew up within the vibrant music scene in California, learning his chops on the bandstand, which he hasn't got off since, touring extensively all his life. Kim's long term band, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, has brought him commercial success, and he has also maintained his own dedicated blues band for many years.He leads from the front, and absolutely knows what it takes to deliver the blues to an audience.Select the Chapter Markers tab above to select different sections of the podcast (website version only).http://fabulousthunderbirds.com/Some of the YouTube clips mentioned:Tuff Enough video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcXT1clXc04Solo piece:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLgiQNpeblYNine Below Zero:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85WhJxUpt_gChromatic player Mike Turk's website:http://www.tinsandwichmusic.com/Dennis Gruenling microphones:https://badassharmonica.com/Clinch FX Burnish Boost pedal:https://www.clinchfx.com/clinchfx-burnish-boost/Podcast website:https://www.harmonicahappyhour.comDonations:If you want to make a voluntary donation to help support the running costs of the podcast then please use this link (or visit the podcast website link above):https://paypal.me/harmonicahappyhour?locale.x=en_GBSpotify Playlist: Also check out the Spotify Playlist, which contains most of the songs discussed in the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5QC6RF2VTfs4iPuasJBqwT?si=M-j3IkiISeefhR7ybm9qIQPodcast sponsors:This podcast is sponsored by SEYDEL harmonicas - visit the oldest harmonica factory in the world at www.seydel1847.com  or on Facebook or Instagram at SEYDEL HARMONICASand Blows Me Away Productions: http://www.blowsmeaway.com/Support the show

Joe Filisko has made the study of the harmonica his lifelong passion. His detailed knowledge of early recordings has helped him become the pre-eminent pre-war harmonica player of our time. He built his knowledge of the harmonica from the inside out, producing revered custom harmonicas still used by some of the big names in harmonica today.Joe has been playing in his duo with Eric Noden since 2003, and is also a renowned harmonica tutor, both online and in workshops around the world.Joe displays his diverse harmonica skills on his latest album, 'Destination Unknown'.Select the Chapter Markers tab above to select different sections of the podcast (website version only).Joe's website:http://www.filiskostore.com/Some of the YouTube clips mentioned:Joe at the NHL Festival in 2006:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vw95vo82y9oJoe's YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9mW8r1VlyUTTTeNiZVeJsQWhen The Saints tutorials on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuqFWAdNrbMMy harmonica transcription site:http://www.harptranscripts.co.uk/Dave Barrett's tuition site:https://bluesharmonica.com/homeRichard Sleigh's harmonica customisation site:https://hotrodharmonicas.com/Podcast website:https://www.harmonicahappyhour.comDonations:If you want to make a voluntary donation to help support the running costs of the podcast then please use this link (or visit the podcast website link above):https://paypal.me/harmonicahappyhour?locale.x=en_GBSpotify Playlist: Also check out the Spotify Playlist, which contains most of the songs discussed in the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5QC6RF2VTfs4iPuasJBqwT?si=M-j3IkiISeefhR7ybm9qIQPodcast sponsors:This podcast is sponsored by SEYDEL harmonicas - visit the oldest harmonica factory in the world at www.seydel1847.com  or on Facebook or Instagram at SEYDEL HARMONICASand Blows Me Away Productions: http://www.blowsmeaway.com/Support the show

Billy Branch is a Chicago blues harp player who grew up learning directly from some of the classic generation of Chicago players,  such as Carey Bell, James Cotton and Junior Wells.And he played in Willie Dixons band for 6 years.Billy has been nominated for three Grammy awards.He has become a real ambassador of the blues and takes great pride in maintaining that legacy with his long term band, the Sons of the Blues.A great technical exponent of the harmonica, with great soul, Billy released his latest album Roots and Branches in 2019. Select the Chapter Markers tab above to select different sections of the podcast (website version only).Some of the YouTube clips mentioned:Turkish politicians:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8z8zxRESLU'I am the Blues' concert with Willie Dixon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MwL_wohIEMwMellow Down Easy video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajrB-sC_MsIIf you would like an online lesson with Billy, you can contact him here:billybranchmusic@gmail.comPodcast website:https://www.harmonicahappyhour.comDonations:If you want to make a voluntary donation to help support the running costs of the podcast then please use this link (or visit the podcast website link above):https://paypal.me/harmonicahappyhour?locale.x=en_GBSpotify Playlist: Also check out the Spotify Playlist, which contains most of the songs discussed in the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5QC6RF2VTfs4iPuasJBqwT?si=M-j3IkiISeefhR7ybm9qIQPodcast sponsors:This podcast is sponsored by SEYDEL harmonicas - visit the oldest harmonica factory in the world at www.seydel1847.com  or on Facebook or Instagram at SEYDEL HARMONICASand Blows Me Away Productions: http://www.blowsmeaway.com/Support the show

Today I talk to Giles Robson, who released two highly successful albums in 2019. Giles started out with a more blues rock fusion approach before returning to a more traditional blues style, but with a modern twist, which has won over audiences across Europe and America.He has done this with a real dedication to the art and a keen sense of how the music industry works.This led to Giles winning an award for best acoustic blues album in Memphis in 2019.Giles tells us of all the ingredients that have made him a great blues artist, performer and showman.Select the Chapter Markers tab above to select different sections of the podcast (website version only).Check out Giles' website:http://www.gilesrobson.com/Giles is available for online lessons:Giles.Robson@gmail.comGiles' small amp of choice:https://www.honeyboyamps.com/Podcast website:https://www.harmonicahappyhour.comDonations:If you want to make a voluntary donation to help support the running costs of the podcast then please use this link (or visit the podcast website link above):https://paypal.me/harmonicahappyhour?locale.x=en_GBSpotify Playlist: Also check out the Spotify Playlist, which contains most of the songs discussed in the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5QC6RF2VTfs4iPuasJBqwT?si=M-j3IkiISeefhR7ybm9qIQPodcast sponsors:This podcast is sponsored by SEYDEL harmonicas - visit the oldest harmonica factory in the world at www.seydel1847.com  or on Facebook or Instagram at SEYDEL HARMONICASand Blows Me Away Productions: http://www.blowsmeaway.com/Support the show

Steve West Weston is the man in the hot seat in episode two.Steve grew up among the vibrant music scene in Essex, listening to Dr Feelgood among others.He started out playing in various bands on keyboard before finding his harmonica mojo as the front man in West Weston and the Bluesonics, and he hasn't looked back since.He has become the harmonica player of choice for Mud Morganfield when he's touring Europe, as well as playing with Trickbag in Scandinavia, and then playing on the number 1 album with Wilko Johnson and Roger Daltrey, no less.Select the Chapter Markers tab above to select different sections of the podcast (website version only).Steve's Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/steve.w.weston.3Marble amps:https://www.marble-amps.com/Podcast website:https://www.harmonicahappyhour.comDonations:If you want to make a voluntary donation to help support the running costs of the podcast then please use this link (or visit the podcast website link above):https://paypal.me/harmonicahappyhour?locale.x=en_GBSpotify Playlist: Also check out the Spotify Playlist, which contains most of the songs discussed in the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5QC6RF2VTfs4iPuasJBqwT?si=M-j3IkiISeefhR7ybm9qIQPodcast sponsors:This podcast is sponsored by SEYDEL harmonicas - visit the oldest harmonica factory in the world at www.seydel1847.com  or on Facebook or Instagram at SEYDEL HARMONICASand Blows Me Away Productions: http://www.blowsmeaway.com/Support the show

First up in the podcast I'm delighted to welcome a certain Mr Paul Lamb.Paul is a living legend of blues harmonica.He's been performing for over 45 years now, would you believe. He has a multitude of great albums to his name, and is inducted in the Blues Hall of Fame.Paul tells us how it all unfolded, meeting greats such as Junior Wells and his harmonica hero Sonny Terry along the way.With some tips on how aspiring harmonica players can try to emulate his tremendous success. The secret is all in "playing what you feel, and feeling what you play".Select the Chapter Markers tab above to select different sections of the podcast (website version only).Check out Paul's website for his tour schedule, to buy some of his great albums, and more:http://www.paullamb.com/Link to 'Harmonica Man', the chart hit from the 1990s:https://bravado1.bandcamp.com/releasesPodcast website:https://www.harmonicahappyhour.comDonations:If you want to make a voluntary donation to help support the running costs of the podcast then please use this link (or visit the podcast website link above):https://paypal.me/harmonicahappyhour?locale.x=en_GBSpotify Playlist: Also check out the Spotify Playlist, which contains most of the songs discussed in the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5QC6RF2VTfs4iPuasJBqwT?si=M-j3IkiISeefhR7ybm9qIQPodcast sponsors:This podcast is sponsored by SEYDEL harmonicas - visit the oldest harmonica factory in the world at www.seydel1847.com  or on Facebook or Instagram at SEYDEL HARMONICASand Blows Me Away Productions: http://www.blowsmeaway.com/Support the show