Media, Entertainment and Hospitality

A Conversation with Bruce Klauber and Andrea Kauffman about their book, "Let Me Be Frank: The Extraordinary Life and Music of Frank Sinatra, Jr."

Bruce H. Klauber is a music journalist, jazz educator, producer, recording artist, drummer, and multi-instrumentalist. Andrea Kauffman, entertainment industry manager, producer and agent, was Frank Sinatra, Jr.'s personal manager for 31 years, from 1985 until his passing in 2016. With this conversation, Bruce and Andrea review their recently released book, "Let Me Be Frank: The Extraordinary Life and Music of Frank Sinatra, Jr." The first book ever published about Frank Sinatra, Jr., it details how this complex and often misunderstood artist dealt with professional struggles, personal demons, and endless comparisons with his father to emerge as a thriving performer who finally made peace with the name "Sinatra."

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A Conversation with Mr. Howard Isaacson, New Jersey Based Saxophonist

With this edition of LincInterviews, we are joined by New Jersey based Saxophonist Howard Isaacson. Howard is a highly accomplished saxophonist with a career spanning performances alongside legendary artists. Born and raised in Philadelphia, a city rich in musical heritage, he honed his skills, earning a Master's degree in Performance and Education from Temple University. Howard starts by spotlighting his own career, to include his education and many years of playing in the Atlantic City music scene. He highlights his work with such artists as Aretha Franklin, Natalie Cole, Peter Cetera, Tony Bennett, Gladys Knight, The Four Tops and The Temptations.

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A Conversation with Mr. Brett Cahoon, Leader of The Good Shot Judy Band

With this Conversation, we are joined by Mr. Brett Cahoon, leader of the Good Shot Judy Band. The band tours the East Coast of the United States, performing at weddings, private parties, casinos, clubs and special events. Described as "The Mid-Atlantic's Number One High Octane Swing Band," Brett moves on to tell us about the band genre, history and namesake. With a roster that includes Double Bass, Piano, Drums, Keyboard, Bass, and a Horn section, Brett spotlights each of the band members.

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A Conversation With Army Veteran and Musician Mr. Mark Reilly, Founder of the Washington Tattoo

With this conversation, we are joined by Army Veteran and Musician Mr. Mark Reilly, who cofounded the Washington Tattoo, founded 2019. The Washington Tattoo's mission is "to reshape today's conversation around mental health for active duty personnel, veterans, first responders, and families through the power of music wellness." Mark expands on the meaning behind this mission, also detailing the meaning of a Tattoo. Mark also tells us more about Washington Tattoo support of the John Michael Reilly Scholarship.

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A Conversation with Mr. Dane Anthony, Leader of the New Jersey Based Dane Anthony Band

With this conversation, we are joined by Mr. Dane Anthony, leader of the New Jersey Based Dane Anthony Band. Now on the Atlantic City Music Scene for some 30 years, the Band regularly appears at the Golden Nugget, Hard Rock, Ocean and Harrahs Casinos, also Clubs in Cape May, New Jersey. Described as a "versatile core of up to five accomplished musicians that are Atlantic City lounge legends," Dane spotlights his own history in the music business and that of his players.

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A Conversation with Nate Butler, Lead Male Singer for the Philadelphia Based Band, The Exceptions

With this conversation, we are joined by Nathan Butler, lead male vocalist for the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania based band, The Exceptions. Now on the Philadelphia music scene for over 50 years, The Exceptions perform at weddings, private parties, casinos, and clubs. The Exceptions started as the house band at Rosewood Caterers in Northeast Philadelphia, averaging over 120 weddings a year for 12 consecutive years. With a fan base now exceeding 20,000 throughout a tri-state area and a performance schedule of two to four times per week, 52 weeks a year, Nathan spotlights the storied career of The Exceptions, now 50 years on.

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A Conversation with Jazz Vocalist Sara Jones

With this conversation, we are joined by jazz vocalist Sara Jones. She is the first place winner of the Billie Holiday Vocal Competition and semi-finalist in the American Traditions Competition. She has toured in 49 states, performing in numerous concert halls across the nation. Starting her career as a pianist, she received a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance at St. Mary's College of Maryland and a Master of Music in Piano, accompanying at the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music.

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A Conversation with World Renowned Vocalist Elin Kathleen Melgarejo

With this conversation, we are joined by world renowned vocalist Elin Kathleen Melgarejo. At an early age, she became enamored with Brazilian music, embarking on a life-long journey to perform Brazilian jazz. Born and raised in Sweden, and the oldest of six children, she grew up in three different cultures and continents: Europe, North and South America. Fluent in five languages, she has lived in New York City, having been an instrumentalist and student of music since the age of seven.

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A Conversation with Mr. Wick Rowland, President Emeritus, Colorado Public TV

With this conversation, we are joined by Mr. Wick Rowland, President & CEO Emeritus of PBS12 (formerly Colorado Public Television and KBDI) in Denver, and Dean and Professor Emeritus of the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Colorado Boulder. Mr. Rowland details his time at Stanford University and spotlights his Presidency at Public Broadcasting Station (PBS) Channel 12. He compares and contrasts the American media today in 2021 with that of the pre internet age.

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A Conversation with International Recording Artist Mr. Chuck Redd

In this conversation with Chuck, he shares what inspired him to become a vibraphone player. He also talks about his time with the Charlie Byrd Trio and such artists as Mel Torme. Chuck reviews his favorite performing venues, and his inclusion of both the Great American Song Book and Bossa Nova during his shows. He also discusses some of the more complex songs he plays, and his recommendations for young people aspiring to play the vibraphone.

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