THE CYRKLE and THE OHIO EXPRESS
My recent interviews have included Don Dannemann of The Cyrkle and Dean Kastran (original and founding member) of The Ohio Express! You may check out both interviews on my web site.
My recent interviews have included Don Dannemann of The Cyrkle and Dean Kastran (original and founding member) of The Ohio Express! You may check out both interviews on my web site.
Great interview this evening with John Schneider. He has released many albums since the 80s and played many acting roles but is probably best remembered as Bo Duke on the Dukes of Hazzard! John will be at the Lorain Palace Theater on May 25th. The show will be a combination of story telling, music and…
My first published book, The Long & Winding Phone (Blue Jade Press, 2024) dropped on Friday, February 9th, 2024. I chose February 9th to be my release date as that marked the 60th anniversary of The Beatles appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show. It is a collection of Beatles-related interviews that have been done via…
My interview with May Pang this morning was truly insightful. We spoke at length and I loved her energy!! Her recent documentary, “The Lost Weekend: A Love Story” is a must-see. Her time with John Lennon was one of the best times in his life. They were the right ones for each other and it…
Another great interview this evening with Aaron Comess! (Drummer, founding member of the band, Spin Doctors!) You will remember their hits, “Two Princes”, “Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong” and more. We talked about how he got hooked on playing the drums, the origin of the band’s name and their new album plus more! Spin Doctors…
Exciting News! BOOK CONTRACT SIGNED! I am very happy to share that I have officially signed a book contract with Blue Jade Press (New Jersey) to publish Volume I of my interviews. After a few phone and zoom conversations with Blue Jade Press and with the advisement/guidance of my attorney, we have decided that Volume…
This evening I had the honor of interviewing THE Mark Farner (Grand Funk Railroad!) He will be at The Ritz Theatre in Tiffin, Ohio on Friday, March 24th! He is one of the most down to earth individuals I have ever interviewed. As I was wrapping it up, he said, “Helen, I appreciate the zeal…
I recently spoke with Loretta Swit (AKA: THE ICONIC Major Margaret “Hot Lips” Houlihan!) M*A*S*H first appeared on television 50 years ago! We discussed her wonderful career, revisited memories of the 4077 and current projects. She is also an artist and has put together a beautiful book of animal portraits with the foreward written by…
This afternoon I had the privilege of speaking to original lead singer of The Zombies, Colin Blunstone. The Zombies will be performing at The Kent Stage on June 28. We discussed their early days, London during the 60s, and finished with current projects and an upcoming extensive tour along with some interesting anecdotes along the…
Michael Learned played Olivia Walton on the television series, The Waltons for seven of its nine-year run. The show is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Michael’s career has spanned into stage productions on Broadway and daytime television. She can be seen in the recently released film, Second Acts which is being shown at national…
This evening, I had the privilege and honor of interviewing Marshall Thompson! He is the last original and surviving member of R&B/Soul group, The Chi-Lites. The Chi-Lites recently received a Star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame which was accepted by Marshall. He is now 79 years old. We talked about The Chi-Lites early days,…
Where are the words to do justice to this man of a thousand voices?! I was blessed to interview legendary comedian/celebrity & politician impersonator, RICH LITTLE this afternoon! I remember watching him on TV when I was a kid with my parents. Rich is a blessed 82 years old. He is still doing his stand-up…
Just finished my interview with Lawrence Gowan of STYX! He is the lead singer and keyboardist. He said that the band was currently on the tour bus headed to Dubuque, Iowa for a show this evening. We discussed the band’s new CD release, Crash Of The Crown which made it to #1 in Billboard Magazine…
A great interview recently with Ann Moses who was the youngest editor of Tiger Beat Magazine (1966 – 1972). We talked about her autobiography, “MEOW! My Groovy Life with Tiger Beat’s Teen Idols”. As one could imagine, she had great stories and experiences during a generational time when everything was new, fresh and accessible. I…
A very special interview this evening. I had a heart-felt conversation with brother and sister, Kelle and Kathy Rhoads. In October, “guitar-God” Randy Rhoads will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and will posthumously receive the Musical Excellence Award. My interview tonight with Kelle and Kathy revealed more layers to Randy…
This evening I had secured my interview with Chris Hillman (The Byrds, The Flying Burrito Brothers, The Desert Rose Band and the list continues…) We discussed his recent autobiography and had a good time chatting. I went over the “allotted time”. He said I was a good interviewer because I asked a lot of great…
Who remembers the mean and bratty character Nellie Oleson from the TV show, Little House on the Praire? Her real name is Alison Arngrim and we spoke this evening by phone for an interview. She is hilarious! It’s always nice to have a “conversation” instead of an “interview”. She is involved with many projects including…
I spoke with Jock Bartley this afternoon, original member of the 70s band, Firefall. One of their hits, “You Are the Woman” (1976) will bring back memories for many. They have a new CD titled, COMET which was released on December 11, 2020. It has 10 new tracks.
My latest interview is with Jenny Boyd. (Former wife of Mick Fleetwood, younger sister of Pattie Boyd) Jenny and I discussed her recent autobiography.
An interview with Micky Dolenz today! He and Mike Nesmith have a new “live” album being released. The tour for this year has been cancelled and rescheduled for 2021.
I have often thought about the possibility of interviewing RICHIE FURAY (BUFFALO SPRINGFIELD, POCO) off and on for a couple of years but the timing was never right until TODAY! In addition to his music career, Richie is a retired pastor. I am thrilled to have interviewed this Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee!…
Howard Jones was an artist well known during the 80s with his hits, “No One Is To Blame”, “Things Can Only Get Better”, “What Is Love”, “New Song” and more! I recently interviewed Howard about his latest album, Transform. We reminisced about the 80s and discussed his current projects. He will be at the Kent…
I just finished my telephone interview with Tommy James (Tommy James & The Shondells). He will be performing at The Marion Palace Theatre on Friday, February 14th. We had a great interview about current projects and his many hit songs from the 60s. He has a radio show on SIRIUSXM, “Gettin’ Together with Tommy James”…
I recently interviewed Gene Cornish who is an original member of 60s rock group, The Rascals. We discussed his autobiography, “Good Lovin’ My Life as a Rascal”. He is candid and open about his music career and personal life. It is a must read for any Rascals or music fan.
I have had the pleasure this past year (2019) of interviewing some of TV’s fun and memorable television personalities. Anson Williams who played Potsie Weber on the TV sitcom, Happy Days. Dawn Wells who played Mary Ann on Giligan’s Island. Barry Livingston who played Ernie Douglas on My Three Sons.
Yesterday afternoon I had the pleasure of interviewing PETER NOONE (HERMAN’S HERMITS). Peter and his band will be at Hoover Auditorium in Lakeside on Saturday, August 18. This evening I interviewed FELIX CAVALIERE (THE RASCALS). He and fellow original member, Gene Cornish will be at The Hard Rock Rocksino on Sunday, September 9. I enjoyed…
When I was in elementary school I remember watching Happy Days every week. I could never imagine that many years later I would interview Marion Ross who was better known as “Mrs. C”. This evening we had a warm and friendly chat about her recent autobiography. It is a candid and honest account of her…
It was my privilege this evening to interview (via telephone) CHUCK NEGRON. (formerly of THREE DOG NIGHT) He was open and candid about his early days, rehab/sobriety and current projects. He does not hide any battle scars and knows that he earned all of them at his own doing. He also talked about wearing “oxygen…
I just finished speaking to Wayne Nelson of the LITTLE RIVER BAND! The band’s many hits include Reminiscing, Cool Change, Lady, Lonesome Loser, Man On Your Mind, Night Owl… It was an advanced interview as the band will be coming to Lakeside, Ohio in June. Wayne joined the LRB in 1980. He had a lot…
Do you remember the fun song, “The Boy From New York City,” by The Manhattan Transfer? I had the pleasure of interviewing original and co-founding member, Erin Dickins this afternoon. She has a new album titled,”Vignettes” due for release on October 20th. It consists of 10 beautiful jazz tracks.
I met author, Harvey Kubernik earlier this week at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Archives Building. He gave a presentation about his recent book, “1967, A Complete Rock Music History Of The Summer Of Love”. There was time for Q and A with a book signing at the close of the evening.…
I just finished my interview with Chris White. He was the bass player for 60s group,The Zombies! He was at his home in London and we spoke by conference call. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum will be opening an exhibit dedicated to The Zombies next week (July 12th) which will run…
I had the honor of interviewing Peter Asher this afternoon. He and Albert Lee will be doing a show at Night Town in Cleveland on July 17th and 18th. If you’re a Beatles fan then you will know the music history of Peter Asher. His career has been amazing!
AL JARDINE (Beach Boys) was gracious enough to grant me an interview. He and Brian Wilson will be at the Hard Rock Rocksino on April 22nd to perform Pet Sounds! He spoke of the longevity of their friendship and the historical album!
I interviewed Gail Ann Dorsey this afternoon. She played bass for David Bowie, Tears for Fears, Charlie Watts and Lenny Kravitz just to name a few. She recently returned from being on the road with Lenny Kravitz. In addition to being incredibly talented she is very kind and gracious.
I interviewed Steve Porcaro from the band, TOTO. (Hold the Line, Africa, I’ll Be Over You, I Will Remember, Make Believe, Rosanna and many more…) They will be at the Hard Rock Rocksino on August 31, 2016!
I just finished my interview with Toni Tennille! She was calling from her home in Florida. We discussed her recent book, “Toni Tennille, A Memoir”. She and her former husband, Daryl Dragon, better known as the Captain & Tennille had many hit songs and millions of fans. Once the stage lights went dark and the…
Kelle Rhoads has my article from our interview framed and displayed near the entrance at The Musonia School of Music in LA. He is the older brother to the late guitarist, Randy Rhoads. I am honored to see this photo.
In 2010 I had interviewed Tom Johnston, original member of The Doobie Brothers who wrote “Listen to the Music”. This afternoon I had the pleasure of interviewing another original member, Patrick Simmons who wrote “Black Water”. Patrick was calling from his home in Hawaii. The Doobie Brothers will be at Blossom Music Center in Cleveland…