SEPTEMBER 2008

September 7, 2008 XM Radio
Regina Spektor
What does a girl from the former Soviet Union have in common with Pete Fornatale? Their Bronx roots of course. Regina perform songs from her new CD and shares stories about her musical family.
   
September 14, 2008 XM Radio
Yayhoos
An hour of great fun and raucous rock and roll. Pete Fornatale becomes a Yayhoo for a day and fits right in. They have been referred to as a Super Group, after a 60-minute visit with the band you'll find out why. Pete tells The Yayhoos "They don't make albums like this any more." Dan Baird agrees "they" don't.
   
September 21, 2008 XM Radio
Loudon Wainwright III
Learn what Loudon meant when he entitled his CD 'Here Come The Choppers!'. Have a laugh when you hear what Pete thought he may have meant. In fact, this hour provides many laughs along with some great live music.
   
September 28, 2008 XM Radio
Maria McKee
Chris Hall sits in for Pete Fornatale with guest Maria McKee. Maria performs songs from her solo projects as well as classic from Lone Justice.
   
   

AUGUST 2008

August 3, 2008 Affiliate stations
Damon Gough (AKA Badly Drawn Boy)
Guest host Chris Hall visits with Damon Gough (Badly Drawn Boy). Damon discusses his visit to New York City and the Carnegie Hall tribute to Bruce Springsteen (later that evening, Damon joined Bruce on stage for Rosalita). Highlights of the show include live versions of several Badly Drawn Boy songs and a cover of Thunder Road.
   
August 4, 2008 XM Radio
Garland Jeffreys encore
No holds bar discussion with Garland. Bruce, race, music, children, politics, 9/11, and most of all, wonderful live music.
   
August 10, 2008 Affiliate Stations
The Hooters Part One
They are back and as good as ever. A full band interview and full band performances highlight this two part show. Talented pop singer-songwriters are always welcome on Mixed Bag Radio. Eric Bazilian and Rob Hyman are as good they come. Enjoy!
   
August 11, 2008 XM Radio
Brian Wilson encore
Brian Wilson is every bit the genius you have heard that he is (with a devilish sense of humor to boot!) Live performances of several Beach Boys songs and a few nuggets from "Smile."
   
August 17, 2008 Affiliate Stations
The Hooters Part Two
They are back and as good as ever. A full band interview and full band performances highlight this two part show. Talented pop singer-songwriters are always welcome on Mixed Bag Radio. Eric Bazilian and Rob Hyman are as good they come. Enjoy!
   
August 24 , 2008 Affiliate stations
Eric Andersen
Eric and Pete's discussion ranges from the 60s to the present. We are treated to live performances of many of Eric's finely crafted tunes and a wonderful cover of one of his songs.
   
August 31, 2008 Affiliate stations
Robert Gordon and Chris Spedding
Chris Hall sits in for Pete Fornatale with guests Robert Gordon and Chris Spedding. Live versions from their new CD “It’s Now or Never” (complete with the Gordonaires on background vocals) show off Robert’s amazing voice along with great guitar work from Chris. Remembrances of Elvis Presley and his influence are discussed during this tribute to the King.
   
   

JULY 2008

July 6, 2008 Affiliate Stations
Bill Medley Part One
Join host Pete Fornatale and guest Bill Medley of the Righteous Brothers in the first of this two part show. They discuss the rise in popularity of the Righteous Brothers, what it was like collaborating with producer Phil Specter in making the most requested song in radio history "You've lost that lovin' Feeling" and much more.
   
July 7, 2008 XM Radio
Catherine Russell
Two native New Yorkers with strong musical backgrounds come together for an extraordinary hour. One is a radio legend and the other has performed with Paul Simon, Steely Dan, David Bowie, and Jackson Browne. One sings, the other questions, they both go a little blue on us (in a subtle way). Catherine Russell belts out some tunes from Sentimental Streak, her sophomore solo release.
   
July 13, 2008 Affiliate Stations
Bill Medley Part Two
Join host Pete Fornatale and guest Bill Medley again in part two of this interview. Bill tells stories about going to the steam room with Frank Sinatra, hanging out in Las Vegas with Elvis and also how the movies catapulted his songs back to the top of the pop charts with hits such as "I've Had the Time of My Life."
   
July 14, 2008 XM Radio
Todd Rundgren encore
Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Performer and Producer - Todd Rundgren is a quintuple threat talent. Hear a little bit about all five of him.
   
July 20, 2008 Affiliate stations
Neil Sedaka
Join host Pete Fornatale as he talks to hit singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka about his 50 year journey through the music industry. He started as a Brill Building writer who became a rock and roll star in his own right, until the British Invasion put the hits on hold for a decade. Then, long time fan Elton John took a gamble and gave Neil a second chance at a solo career. The gamble payed off big time.
   
July, 21 XM Radio
Rusty in Orchestraville (Part One) encore
Host Pete Fornatale recently uncovered three 78s rpm records from his childhood that contain the story of a young boy named Rusty and his Journey through Orchestraville. Pete has taken this classic children's record from the late 1940s and updated it for the 21st century by extracting all the classical music and replacing it with his favorite Rock and Roll.
   
July 27 , 2008 Affiliate stations
Willie Nile
Chris Hall sits in for Pete Fornatale with guest Willie Nile. Willie celebrates his new live CD and DVD "Live From The Streets of New York". In addition to the debut of a few tracks from the CD, Willie and Frankie Lee perform several songs for the Mixed Bag audience.
   
July 28, 2008 XM Radio
Rusty in Orchestraville (Part Two) encore
Join host Pete Fornatale for second part of the updated version of Rusty in Orchestraville. In the first part Rusty, in a fit of frustration while practicing the piano, told the piano he hates him. While in Orchestraville Rusty found out that Pete the piano was hurt by Rusty's remark. Now Rusty wants to make amends and play the piano again. While in Orchestraville, Rusty hears all the instruments of the Orchestra featured in some of Pete Fornatale's favorite Rock and Roll songs
   
   

JUNE 2008

June 1, 2008 Affiliate Stations
One Flew South with J.D. Souther
Join Host Pete Fornatale as he interviews One Flew South, a new band whose sound is reminiscent of Poco, Crosby, Stills & Nash and the Eagles. Songwriter J.D. Souther, composer of the Eagle's hits "Heartache Tonight" and "New Kid in Town" makes a special guest appearance and talks about his long journey as a Singer/Songwriter and Hollywood actor.
   
June 2, 2008 XM Radio
The Lost Chapin Tapes
One day when host Pete Fornatale was rummaging through a storage closet, a box on the top shelf fell on his head. The contents of the box was a reel of 1/2 inch tape that contained an interview with the late Harry Chapin and his two brother's Tom and Steve that was considered lost forever. Pete decided to send this historic interview back into the public air waves.
   
June 8, 2008 Affiliate Stations
Judy Collins
Mr. Fornatale and Ms. Collins allow the listeners to eavesdrop on their musical reminisces. Judy Collins sings several songs from her Sings Lennon and McCartney CD.
   
June 9, 2008 XM Radio
The Hold Steady
Fresh from an appearance on Late Night with Conan O'Brien, The Hold Steady talk about their Minnesota past and New York future on Mixed Bag Radio.
   
June 15, 2008 Affiliate stations
Catherine Russell
Two native New Yorkers with strong musical backgrounds come together for an extraordinary hour. One is a radio legend and the other has performed with Paul Simon, Steely Dan, David Bowie, and Jackson Browne. One sings, the other questions, they both go a little blue on us (in a subtle way). Catherine Russell belts out some tunes from Sentimental Streak, her sophomore solo release.
   
June 16, 2008 XM Radio
Marc Cohn (Part One)
Pete Fornatale sits down with Marc Cohn for the first of a revealing two part interview. Marc plays several cuts from his brilliant CD, Join the Parade. Discussions of Denver, New Orleans and, of course, Memphis and the impact each had on Marc and his music; unfold during these two extraordinary hours.
   
June 22, 2008 Affiliate stations
Peter Simon
Pete sits down with Peter Simon to discuss Peter’s many artistic talents. A variety of live performers and performances highlight this quick-paced hour. Photography, music, The Vineyard, family and much more . . .
   
June 23, 2008 XM Radio
Marc Cohn (Part Two)
Pete Fornatale and Marc Cohn pick up where they left off in the second part of one of the finer interviews that you’ll ever hear. A live mix of old and new songs are performed.
   
June 29, 2008 Affiliate stations
Neil Sedaka
Join host Pete Fornatale as he talks to hit singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka about his 50 year journey through the music industry. He started as a Brill Building writer who became a rock and roll star in his own right, until the British Invasion put the hits on hold for a decade. Then, long time fan Elton John took a gamble and gave Neil a second chance at a solo career. The gamble payed off big time.
   

MAY 2008

May 4, 2008 Affiliate Stations
Nick Lowe
Chris Hall sits in for Pete Fornatale with guest Nick Lowe. A live performance of “What’s So Funny ‘Bout Peace, Love and Understanding” is one of many performance highlights. In addition, Nick serves up several songs from “At My Age”. Nick talks about his early involvement with The Sopranos and his many musical passions.
   
May 5, 2008 XM Radio
Phil Ramone Part Two
Join host Pete Fornatale and guest Phil Ramone in this second half of a two part interview. Phil tells stories about working with Frank Sinatra on his Duets album. He also talks about contacting Ray Charles and asking him to do a duet with Billy Joel and so many more great stories about songs such as Paul Simon's "American Tune", "50 Ways to Leave your Lover", and many more.
   
May 11, 2008 Affiliate Stations
Al Anderson
Guest host Chris Hall interviews Big Al Anderson. Al performs songs from each part of his amazing career; NRBQ, solo album nuggets and the songs that he wrote for others. Al talks about his songwriting relationships with Vince Gill, Jimmy Buffett, Delbert McClinton and a host of other musicians.
   
May 12, 2008 XM Radio
Peter Simon
Pete sits down with Peter Simon to discuss Peter’s many artistic talents. A variety of live performers and performances highlight this quick-paced hour. Photography, music, The Vineyard, family and much more . . .
   
May 18, 2008 Affiliate stations
Marc Cohn (Part One)
Pete Fornatale sits down with Marc Cohn for the first of a revealing two part interview. Marc plays several cuts from his brilliant CD, Join the Parade. Discussions of Denver, New Orleans and, of course, Memphis and the impact each had on Marc and his music; unfold during these two extraordinary hours.
   
May, 19 XM Radio
Rusty in Orchestraville (Part One)
Host Pete Fornatale recently uncovered three 78s rpm records from his childhood that contain the story of a young boy named Rusty and his Journey through Orchestraville. Pete has taken this classic children's record from the late 1940s and updated it for the 21st century by extracting all the classical music and replacing it with his favorite Rock and Roll.
   
May 25, 2008 Affiliate stations
Marc Cohn (Part Two)
Pete Fornatale and Marc Cohn pick up where they left off in the second part of one of the finer interviews that you’ll ever hear. A live mix of old and new songs are performed.
   
May 26, 2008 XM Radio
Rusty in Orchestraville(Part Two)
Join host Pete Fornatale for second part of the updated version of Rusty in Orchestraville. In the first part Rusty, in a fit of frustration while practicing the piano, told the piano he hates him. While in Orchestraville Rusty found out that Pete the piano was hurt by Rusty's remark. Now Rusty wants to make amends and play the piano again. While in Orchestraville, Rusty hears all the instruments of the Orchestra featured in some of Pete Fornatale's favorite Rock and Roll songs
   

APRIL 2008

April 6, 2008 Affiliate stations
Rusty in Orchestraville (Part One)
Host Pete Fornatale recently uncovered three 78s rpm records from his childhood that contain the story of a young boy named Rusty and his Journey through Orchestraville. Pete has taken this classic children's record from the late 1940s and updated it for the 21st century by extracting all the classical music and replacing it with his favorite Rock and Roll.
   
April 7, 2008 XM Radio
POCO (2007 Session)
Join host Pete Fornatale as he talks to long time friends of Mixed Bag Radio, Poco. They discuss the long history of the band and all members past and present. Hear the band analyze why the Eagles were such as massive success in both AM and FM radio and why this level of success eluded Poco. Also hear performance of hit songs, "Call it Love" and "Crazy Love."
   
April 13, 2008 Affiliate stations
Rusty in Orchestraville(Part Two)
Join host Pete Fornatale for second part of the updated version of Rusty in Orchestraville. In the first part Rusty, in a fit of frustration while practicing the piano, told the piano he hates him. While in Orchestraville Rusty found out that Pete the piano was hurt by Rusty's remark. Now Rusty wants to make amends and play the piano again. While in Orchestraville, Rusty hears all the instruments of the Orchestra featured in some of Pete Fornatale's favorite Rock and Roll songs
   
April 14, 2008 XM Radio
Kenny Vance and the Planotones
Kenny Vance has packed a lot of careers into his nearly five decades as a performer. Pete Fornatale talks to him about them all, from his days as a founding member of the seminal 60's rock and roll vocal group Jay and the Americans to his current status as the leading elder statesman and preservationist of street corner singing and harmony in the 21st Century. Then there are also those movies he scored, the time he spent as music director on Saturday Night Live and let's not forget those acting jobs in four Woody Allen movies! Don't miss this one.
   
April 20, 2008 Affiliate stations
Phil Ramone Part One
Join host Pete Fornatale as he talks with record producer Phil Ramone. Phil discusses seeing Billy Joel perform live for the first time and how he convinced Billy to work with him. He also tells Pete about a random phone call he got from Paul Simon that led to the creation of some of Paul Simon's best albums. Pete also asks Phil why he was at MSG the night Marilyn Monroe sang Happy Birthday to JFK in part one of this two part interview.
   
April 21, 2008 XM Radio
One Flew South with J.D. Souther
Join Host Pete Fornatale as he interviews One Flew South, a new band whose sound is reminiscent of Poco, Crosby, Stills & Nash and the Eagles. Songwriter J.D. Souther, composer of the Eagle's hits "Heartache Tonight" and "New Kid in Town" makes a special guest appearance and talks about his long journey as a Singer/Songwriter and Hollywood actor.
   
April 27, 2008 Affiliate stations
Phil Ramone Part Two
Join host Pete Fornatale and guest Phil Ramone in this second half of a two part interview. Phil tells stories about working with Frank Sinatra on his Duets album. He also talks about contacting Ray Charles and asking him to do a duet with Billy Joel and so many more great stories about songs such as Paul Simon's "American Tune", "50 Ways to Leave your Lover", and many more.
   
April 28, 2008 XM Radio
Phil Ramone Part One
Join host Pete Fornatale as he talks with record producer Phil Ramone. Phil discusses seeing Billy Joel perform live for the first time and how he convinced Billy to work with him. He also tells Pete about a random phone call he got from Paul Simon that led to the creation of some of Paul Simon's best albums. Pete also asks Phil why he was at MSG the night Marilyn Monroe sang Happy Birthday to JFK in part one of this two part interview.
   
 

MARCH 2008

March 2, 2008 Affiliate stations
Bill Medley Part One
Join host Pete Fornatale and guest Bill Medley of the Righteous Brothers in the first of this two part show. They discuss the rise in popularity of the Righteous Brothers, what it was like collaborating with producer Phil Specter in making the most requested song in radio history "You've lost that lovin' Feeling" and much more.
   
March 3, 2008 XM Radio
John Simon Part One
Join host Pete Fornatale in this first of three conversations with legendary producer John Simon. They talk about how John got a job at Columbia Records and worked his way up the company ladder by recording such hits as 'Red Rubber Ball' with the Cyrkle. John also discusses how he met and befriended Paul Simon, the co-writer of "Red Rubber Ball."
   
March 9, 2008 Affiliate stations
Bill Medley Part Two
Join host Pete Fornatale and guest Bill Medley again in part two of this interview. Bill tells stories about going to the steam room with Frank Sinatra, hanging out in Las Vegas with Elvis and also how the movies catapulted his songs back to the top of the pop charts with hits such as "I've Had the Time of My Life."
   
March 10, 2008 XM Radio
John Simon Part Two
Join host Pete Fornatale for the second part of three part conversation with producer John Simon. Listen as John digs deep into his memory about working with Simon and Garfunkel on their number one record, "Bookends." Also, hear how John left Colombia records to become an independent producer and recorded Mama Cass's solo album and a hit by Gordon Lightfoot.
   
March 16, 2008 Affiliate stations
POCO
Join host Pete Fornatale as he talks to long time friends of Mixed Bag Radio, Poco. They discuss the long history of the band and all members past and present. Hear the band analyze why the Eagles were such as massive success in both AM and FM radio and why this level of success eluded Poco. Also hear performance of hit songs, "Call it Love" and "Crazy Love."
   
March 17, 2008 XM Radio
John Simon Part Three
Listen to Pete Fornatale's last of three conversations with producer John Simon as they discuss John's song writing career and his only hit song, 'My Name is Jack.' Hear how John met the members of The Band and began a collaboration that created timeless classics such as 'Big Pink.' Also, hear John talk about his collaborations and friendship with Al Kooper.
   
March 23, 2008 Affiliate stations
Kenny Vance and the Planotones
Kenny Vance has packed a lot of careers into his nearly five decades as a performer. Pete Fornatale talks to him about them all, from his days as a founding member of the seminal 60's rock and roll vocal group Jay and the Americans to his current status as the leading elder statesman and preservationist of street corner singing and harmony in the 21st Century. Then there are also those movies he scored, the time he spent as music director on Saturday Night Live and let's not forget those acting jobs in four Woody Allen movies! Don't miss this one.
   
March 24, 2008 XM Radio
Bill Medley Part One
Join host Pete Fornatale and guest Bill Medley of the Righteous Brothers in the first of this two part show. They discuss the rise in popularity of the Righteous Brothers, what it was like collaborating with producer Phil Specter in making the most requested song in radio history "You've lost that lovin' Feeling" and much more.
   
March 30, 2008 Affiliate stations
One Flew South with J.D. Souther
Join Host Pete Fornatale as he interviews One Flew South, a new band whose sound is reminiscent of Poco, Crosby, Stills & Nash and the Eagles. Songwriter J.D. Souther, composer of the Eagle's hits "Heartache Tonight" and "New Kid in Town" makes a special guest appearance and talks about his long journey as a Singer/Songwriter and Hollywood actor.
   
March 31, 2008 XM Radio
Bill Medley Part Two
Join host Pete Fornatale and guest Bill Medley again in part two of this interview. Bill tells stories about going to the steam room with Frank Sinatra, hanging out in Las Vegas with Elvis and also how the movies catapulted his songs back to the top of the pop charts with hits such as "I've Had the Time of My Life."
   
 

FEBRUARY 2008

February 3, 2008 Affiliate stations
Robert Gordon and Chris Spedding
Chris Hall sits in for Pete Fornatale with guests Robert Gordon and Chris Spedding. Live versions from their new CD “It’s Now or Never” (complete with the Gordonaires on background vocals) show off Robert’s amazing voice along with great guitar work from Chris. Remembrances of Elvis Presley and his influence are discussed during this tribute to the King.
   
February 4, 2008 XM Radio
Nick Lowe
Chris Hall sits in for Pete Fornatale with guest Nick Lowe. A live performance of “What’s So Funny ‘Bout Peace, Love and Understanding” is one of many performance highlights. In addition, Nick serves up several songs from “At My Age”. Nick talks about his early involvement with The Sopranos and his many musical passions.
   
February 10, 2008 Affiliate stations
Neil Sedaka
Join host Pete Fornatale as he talks to hit singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka about his 50 year journey through the music industry. He started as a Brill Building writer who became a rock and roll star in his own right, until the British Invasion put the hits on hold for a decade. Then, long time fan Elton John took a gamble and gave Neil a second chance at a solo career. The gamble payed off big time.
   
February 11, 2008 XM Radio
Rhett Miller
Rhett Miller shares memories from his childhood and tells of the difference between an Old 97s project and his solo work and treats us to live versions of material from his most recent CD.
   
February 17, 2008 Affiliate stations
Nick Lowe
Chris Hall sits in for Pete Fornatale with guest Nick Lowe. A live performance of “What’s So Funny ‘Bout Peace, Love and Understanding” is one of many performance highlights. In addition, Nick serves up several songs from “At My Age”. Nick talks about his early involvement with The Sopranos and his many musical passions.
   
February 18, 2008 XM Radio
Al Anderson
Guest host Chris Hall interviews Big Al Anderson. Al performs songs from each part of his amazing career; NRBQ, solo album nuggets and the songs that he wrote for others. Al talks about his songwriting relationships with Vince Gill, Jimmy Buffett, Delbert McClinton and a host of other musicians.
   
February 24, 2008 Affiliate stations
Todd Snider
Two alright guys get together to share their love of music and songwriting. Todd Snider performs songs that include a few gems from his past as well as songs from his new CD.
   
February 25, 2008 XM Radio
Dave Alvin
An hour-long blast with Dave Alvin. Highlights of this visit include: live performances of his owns songs, paying tribute to his California roots and revealing a secret or two. Google the Sopranos, Fourth of July, Bob Dylan, Wanda or Duane and you just might find Dave Alvin. Listen to Pete's chat with Dave and find out why.
   
 

JANUARY 2008

January 6, 2008 Affiliate stations
Al Kooper
Legendary Al Kooper performs several songs from his most recent CD "Black Coffee". Al displays his wit, charm, and honesty about the world today, pop culture, and music.
   
January 7, 2008 XM Radio
Emmylou Harris
Emmylou talks to Pete Fornatale about her wonderful career. She talks about her professional relationships with other musicians including Linda Ronstadt and Bruce Springsteen. Beautiful live renditions of several of Emmylou’s songs are sure to be included in the Mixed Bag Radio highlight reel.
   
January 13, 2008 Affiliate stations
Dave Alvin
An hour-long blast with Dave Alvin. Highlights of this visit include: live performances of his owns songs, paying tribute to his California roots and revealing a secret or two. Google the Sopranos, Fourth of July, Bob Dylan, Wanda or Duane and you just might find Dave Alvin. Listen to Pete's chat with Dave and find out why.
   
January 14, 2008 XM Radio
Pete Fornatale Part One
Mixed Bag Radio turns the table on host Pete Fornatale. Pete is interviewed on this day and the theme is Pete's new book "Simon & Garfunkel's Bookends". (Part One)
   
January 20, 2008 Affiliate stations
Fab Faux
The Fab Faux is featured in this hour-long concert special on Mixed Bag Radio.
   
January 21, 2008 XM Radio
Pete Fornatale Part Two
Mixed Bag Radio turns the table on host Pete Fornatale. Pete is interviewed on this day and the theme is Pete's new book "Simon & Garfunkel's Bookends". (Part Two)
   
January 27, 2008 Affiliate stations
Al Anderson
Guest host Chris Hall interviews Big Al Anderson. Al performs songs from each part of his amazing career; NRBQ, solo album nuggets and the songs that he wrote for others. Al talks about his songwriting relationships with Vince Gill, Jimmy Buffett, Delbert McClinton and a host of other musicians.
   
January 28, 2008 XM Radio
Duncan Sheik
Pete Fornatale visits with Duncan Shiek. Duncan treats us to several live songs, a look into his songwriting and experiences in the music business.
   
 



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