Journey to the Stage with Bryan Frazier

Ep. 75: The dB's (Peter Holsapple & Will Rigby)

The dB's may not be a household name in the mainstream of Rock, but for those that enjoy the alleyways and cul-de-sacs of popular music, The dB's stand with a handful of other bands that unintentionally helped start a new genre of music. 
In this conversation, I speak with Peter Holsapple and Will Rigby about their music journey, the re-release of their album 'Repercussion', and their experiences in the music industry over the decades. We discuss their unique sound, influences, connections with other bands like R.E.M., and the nostalgia of revisiting their earlier works. 
"Repercussion" is seen by many as the crown jewel of the band's catalogue and it has been remastered for re-release on October 18, 2024, available on vinyl for the first time in the US. 
To pick up your own copy of "Repercussion" and other dB's re-releases, click here: https://propellersoundrecordings.com/
To keep up with all things dB's, click here: https://thedbs.com/
With episode 75 now in the books, season 3 comes to an end. Thank you to those who have listened and shared kind encouragements. Season 4 will be starting soon, after a short break. 
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Copyright Notification: 
Podcast theme song "Arise and Shine" written by Chris Taylor. Used by permission.
To hear more of Chris Taylor's wonderful music and see his visual art, please visit www.christaylorworld.com
I want to thank Chris Taylor for letting me use Arise and Shine free of charge for the first 3 seasons. I will be using a new, shorter intro going forward (gotta keep it fresh). The montage intro includes the voices of two friends; Emma says "Bryan," and Sean says "Frazier." And my wonderful sons, Luke and Jacob say "and our dad." It was a very personal intro for me. 
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Omnis Gloria Christo
 

Ep 74: Debby Campbell on the Life & Legacy of Glen Campbell

As the oldest daughter of Country superstar Glen Campbell, Debbie Campbell had a special insight into her father's life and journey in a way that no one else did. In this insightful conversation, Debbie talks about her life with her dad that included many days on tour. She helps us to see Glen when he was off stage, away from fans and away from the spotlight. We spend time chatting about how her dad would unwind, what he liked to do for fun, and how many of her favorite memories with Glen are the times the shared a stage and dung together. 
If you are a fan of Glen Campbell's music, you will love this conversation which is filled with talk of great songs and great memories.
 
With over 3 million podcasts in existence, being an independent podcaster is VERY challenging. If you would like to support Journey to the Stage with Bryan Frazier, please consider supporting this work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/JourneytotheStage
 
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Copyright Notification: 
Podcast theme song "Arise and Shine" written by Chris Taylor. Used by permission.
To hear more of Chris Taylor's wonderful music and see his visual art, please visit www.christaylorworld.com
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Omnis Gloria Christo

Ep. 73: Sara Horner on the Life & Legacy of James Horner

James Horner composed music for over 160 films during the course of his remarkable career. Among his many works are music scores for some of the biggest films in Hollywood history, like Avatar and Titanic, and epic films such as Braveheart and Glory. But beyond all of the big movies; beyond the multiple Oscars, Grammys, Golden Globes and countless other awards, was a quiet and private man who was quirky and complex. No one knew James better than his wife, Sara Horner.
In this exclusive interview, Sara helps us to see James in a way that no one else can. We are escorted into the home and the world that James grew up in during our conversation. We learn how James' father, Harry, played a significant part of shaping James into the man he would become. Sara shares about James' work routine, his work ethic, and describes what the ride was like as James journeyed from a young composer working on small student films, to becoming one of the most successful and famous composers in History.
If you are a fan of James Horner, there is no doubt that you will learn much through this wonderful conversation. 
A very special thank you to the lovely Sara Horner, for her time and insights. She was a delight to speak with and this conversation will remain as one I will treasure. 
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Copyright Notification: 
Podcast theme song "Arise and Shine" written by Chris Taylor. Used by permission.
To hear more of Chris Taylor's wonderful music and see his visual art, please visit www.christaylorworld.com
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Omnis Gloria Christo

Ep. 72: The Bryan Duncan Interview pt. 2 (with Phil Keaggy surprise visit!)

In this final segment of my extensive interview with Grammy Award winning vocalist and songwriter, we wade into some deep waters. Bryan shares his thoughts as he looks back at the time when he was in the upper echelon of the CCM world. We discuss how Bryan felt like an outsider amongst most of his pears; there is a surprise guest appearance by the legendary Phil Keaggy that made both of us Bryans laugh, and much more. 
 
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Copyright Notification: 
Podcast theme song "Arise and Shine" written by Chris Taylor. Used by permission.
To hear more of Chris Taylor's wonderful music and see his visual art, please visit www.christaylorworld.com
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Omnis Gloria Christo

Ep. 71: The Bryan Duncan Interview part 1

Grammy Award winning songwriter and vocalist Bryan Duncan has had a 50+ year career that began in the Jesus Movement. His seminole group, The Sweet Comfort Band, helped launch modern CCM. After going solo in the mid 1980s, Bryan's soulful vocals, songwriting skills and fun personality, helped him to reach the upper echelon in the CCM world. In this in-depth two-part conversation, Bryan and I cover the earliest of days inside the Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa tent, all the way through to what he's doing today. 
Bryan's honesty and dry wit made for a truly interesting conversation filled with insights gained by man who has the gift of being able to look back at where he's been.
Bryan's music has been deeply meaningful to me for over 40 years, often bringing solace and comfort at just the right time. I am grateful for this other Bryan with a Y. 
Part 2 will be released on Monday September 1, 2024. Bryan shares his thoughts as he looks back at his long career, and much more. AND there is a surprise appearance by the one and only Phil Keaggy with a special message for Bryan! 
If you enjoy these meaningful and insightful conversations with artists like this one with Bryan, please share them with others. Thank you so much for listening to a simple guy who loves music and the people who make it. 
This episode is dedicated to my wonderful son, Luke, who turns 19 today. I love you so much, Pally!!
Copyright Notification: 
Podcast theme song "Arise and Shine" written by Chris Taylor. Used by permission.
To hear more of Chris Taylor's wonderful music and see his visual art, please visit www.christaylorworld.com
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Omnis Gloria Christo

Ep. 70: Jenn Franklin- Singer/Songwriter

Jenn Franklin is an indie artist that everyone needs to hear. Simply put, Jenn is one of the best indie songwriters and vocalists I have come across since I have been hosting Journey to the Stage. With a powerful voice trained in Rock bands, Jenn can bring a great sense of strength to a song. Along with that potency, Jenn has spent considerable time behind the piano crafting songs that are filled with vulnerability and contemplation, sung with a quiet passion. With her vocal ability paired with a deep sense of melody and lyric creation, Jenn embodies all the elements of a great artist.
In this delightful conversation, we chat about Jenn's journey as an artist which started before she sang in a biker bar at age 12. We spend time talking about her brand new album, "Truth About Monsters" and play an incredible song titled "As Far As You Go."
Jenn Franklin a great artist to back. To get all the latest information about shows, purchase her music and connect with her on her socials, click here:  https://www.jennfranklin.com/
 
If you enjoy these meaningful and insightful conversations with artists like this one with Jenn, please share them with others. Thank you so much for listening to a simple guy who loves music and the people who make it. 
 
Copyright Notification: 
"As Far As You Go" written and performed by Jenn Franklin. Used by permission.
Podcast theme song "Arise and Shine" written by Chris Taylor. Used by permission.
To hear more of Chris Taylor's wonderful music and see his visual art, please visit www.christaylorworld.com
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Omnis Gloria Christo

Ep. 69: Noel Paul Stookey of Peter, Paul, and Mary

Peter, Paul and Mary, the iconic folk trio of the 1960s, achieved remarkable success and left an indelible mark on the American music landscape and social conscience. With their rich and unforgettable harmonies and lyrics that led the charge for societal change, they became the voice of a generation, producing timeless hits like "Blowin' in the Wind" and "Leaving on a Jet Plane." Their influence extended beyond music, contributing significantly to the Civil Rights and Anti-War movements of the era. Following the group's disbandment, Noel Paul Stookey embarked on a solo career, where he continued to enchant audiences with his poignant songwriting and soulful performances. His solo work, characterized by its spiritual and introspective themes, further solidified his reputation as a distinguished and impactful artist in the folk music genre.
In this most memorable conversation, Noel and I cover the span of his life, from learning what harmony is by singing as a child with his father, through the highs of Peter, Paul, and Mary, to his wonderful solo career. The highlight is being treated to a special performance of "Wedding Song (There is Love)"
 
Noel is one of my musical heroes, whose voice has been part of my life for as long as I could remember, and it was a great honor to have such a delightful conversation with him.
 
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Copyright Notification: 
"Wedding Song (There is Love)" written and performed by Noel Paul Stookey. Used by permission.
Podcast theme song "Arise and Shine" written by Chris Taylor. Used by permission.
To hear more of Chris Taylor's wonderful music and see his visual art, please visit www.christaylorworld.com
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Omnis Gloria Christo

Ep. 68: Composer Bear McCreary

Over the last 20+ years, Emmy Award winning composer Bear McCreary has created a beautiful, powerful and impressive body of work that spans across media forms. With sprawling musical diversity, Bear has composed for video games, television and film, becoming one of the most sought-after composers in Hollywood. 
Bear's credits include "The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power," "The Walking Dead," "Battlestar Galactica (2004)," "Agents of SHIELD," and countless more. 
In this in-depth interview, Bear and I talk about his earliest days, falling in love with the music of movies at age 5. We spend considerable time discussing a teenage Bear's chance meeting with film music pillar, Elmer Bernstein, and how that meeting would change Bear's life forever.
We ended our time talking about Bear's debut Rock concept album, "The Singularity." This powerhouse album features musical greats like Slash, Serj Tankian (System of a Down), Rufus Wainwright, Corey Taylor (Slipknot), and many more. As a natural-born storyteller, Bear began writing segments of the story as a teen. "The Singularity" is available on all streaming platforms.
A heartfelt thank you to Bear for his time and the wonderful and insightful conversation. A special thank you to Joe Augustine and Marisa Gunzenhauser from Spark & Shadows for greenlighting and logistical help to make my chat with Bear possible. 
A great way to support artists and composers is to purchase their works. You can purchase a CD or beautiful 3 album colored vinyl version of "The Singularity" by clicking here: https://www.madebymutant.com/release/445917-bear-mccreary-the-singularity
Journey to the Stage with Bryan Frazier is an indie and self-financed podcast that was created to tell the stories of great artists, musical legends, and indie artists from across, styles, genres and eras. A no-cost and easy way to support my work is to share an episode with friends and on your socials, leave a kind rating or review, and to follow, like and subscribe wherever you listen or watch. And for all who do those very kind things, I am so thankful. 
Copyright Notification: 
Podcast theme song "Arise and Shine" written by Chris Taylor. Used by permission.
To hear more of Chris Taylor's wonderful music and see his visual art, please visit www.christaylorworld.com
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Omnis Gloria Christo

Ep. 67: Dirty Loops Bassist Henrik Linder

In this exclusive one-on-one interview with Dirty Loops bassist extraordinaire, Henrik Linder, we cover a lot of musical terrain. Henrik and I chat about his development as a musician who started on piano at age 4 through today as Henrik has become known for his great skill and innovation on the bass. Our conversation was filled with Dirty Loops history, working with Cory Wong, tour life, the writing process in the band and we do a breakdown of the band's latest single, "Run Away," something that will not be found anywhere else. If you are a fan of Dirty Loops and the great music they make, you will enjoy this insightful and wide-ranging interview. 
A HUGE thank you to Jonah Nilsson, Aron Mellergad, and Henrik Linder for allowing me to include clips of "Run Away" in the edisode. Thank you to band manager David Sunnerfors for his great professionalism and helping to make this happen.
Lastly, to the man with 4 hands, himself, Henrik Linder- thank you so much for your time and being so easy to chat with.
To keep up with the latest by the Dirty Loops, click here: https://www.dirty-loops.com/
Dirty Loops on Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/dirtyloops
Dirty Loops on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/dirtyloopsofficial/
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---This episode is dedicated to my oldest son, Luke, who just graduated from high school. I love you, son and am so proud of the man you're becoming. Thank you for turning my on to the Dirty Loops.---
Journey to the Stage with Bryan Frazier is an indie and self-financed podcast that was created to tell the stories of great artists, legends, and indie artists from across, styles, genres and eras. A no-cost and easy way to support my work is to share an episode with friends and on your socials, leave a kind rating or review, and to follow, like and subscribe wherever you listen or watch. And for all who do those very kind things, I am so thankful. 
Copyright Notification:
"Run Away" written by Aron Mellergard, Henrik Linder, and Jonah Nilsson. Clips used by permission. 
Podcast theme song "Arise and Shine" written by Chris Taylor. Used by permission.
To hear more of Chris Taylor's wonderful music and see his visual art, please visit www.christaylorworld.com
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Omnis Gloria Christo
 
 

Ep. 66: The Staudt Brothers

This may be the debut album of the Staudt Brothers, but these Texas gents are musical veterans. Their new album, "Livewire Priest," is filled with songs that are road tested and built on a foundation of memorable hooks, gritty guitars, powerhouse vocals, and a rhythm section that is taking no prisoners. Produced by fellow-Texans Zack Kibodeaux, Greg Essington and Kyle Smith of Blue Water Highway, "Livewire Priest" is stirring up some Texas dust and is an album that needs to be heard. 
This chat with Caleb Staudt (lead vocals, guitar, and principal songwriter) and David Stockton (bass, goat harmonizer. True story) was a blast and a half. Blue Water Highway's Zack Kibodeaux makes an (almost) surprise appearance to talk about working with the band in the studio.
To keep up with the latest band news and tour info, click here: https://staudtbrothers.com/
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Journey to the Stage with Bryan Frazier is an indie and self-financed podcast that was created to tell the stories of great artists, legends, and indie artists from across, styles, genres and eras. A no-cost and easy way to support my work is to share an episode with friends and on your socials, leave a kind rating or review, and to follow, like and subscribe wherever you listen or watch. And for all who do those very kind things, I am so thankful. 
Copyright Notification:
"Eastern Shore" written by Caleb Staudt. Used by permission. 
Podcast theme song "Arise and Shine" written by Chris Taylor. Used by permission.
To hear more of Chris Taylor's wonderful music and see his visual art, please visit www.christaylorworld.com
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Omnis Gloria Christo