Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
By Darrell Craig Harris
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Episodes: 137
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Darrell has interviewed some of the biggest names in music, from global rock and pop icons to jazz legends and influential figures in music-related film and TV. Music Matters dives deep into all things music, featuring exclusive conversations with artists, record labels, instrument manufacturers, industry insiders, and more. If it’s part of the music world, it’s part of the conversation!
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Grammy Nominated Zydeco Legend Corey Ledet Has A New Album "Live in Alaska" And A Great Story
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Nov 14, 2025 |
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Viral Indie Artist Elise Trouw Just Dropped A New Single With A New Album To Follow!
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Nov 06, 2025 |
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Indie Vibes from the Big Easy: Captain Buckles' Latest Drop from this fun rocking band!
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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The Salt Collective Elevates Their International Sound with a Powerful Second Album!
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Oct 09, 2025 |
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Descenes and Discords: Howard Wuelfing on the Washington DC Punk Scene of the 70s & 80s
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Sep 14, 2025 |
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Big News from The Silver Snails: Fresh Singles + New Album Coming This September!
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Sep 11, 2025 |
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Seattle's own Sweet Water band has a new release and new shows coming up!
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Aug 28, 2025 |
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UK based Indie Artist Josh Hight has a new project with a new release from PINES
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Aug 28, 2025 |
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TESLA (band) co-founder and solo artist Frank Hannon has a new solo album and a great perspective after decades of success in the music business!
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Aug 11, 2025 |
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Singer-Songwriter Rebecca Pidgeon Returns to Her Roots with a New Intimate, unplugged style album!
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Aug 06, 2025 |
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Guitarist and songwriter Jamie James has a new solo album out and a long history of playing with some legendary musical artists.
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Aug 06, 2025 |
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19 year old NYC based artist Asha Maclean currently has a viral hit with her latest release "Yoga" we catch up with her for this Music Matters chat!
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Jul 28, 2025 |
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The A.D.A.M. Music Project has a new single out, a new music video, and they are hitting the road this summer!
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Jul 16, 2025 |
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Indie singer songwriter Robert Scheffler is a NYC based artist who is garnering a lot of attention with his latest release "Truce"
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Jul 10, 2025 |
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doubleVee is a unique indie song driven duo who has been making waves with their new story driven releases and recent sound track placements!
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Jul 04, 2025 |
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UK Metal Artist BROCARDE has created a unique blend of gothic horror and metal that has been going viral online!
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Jun 23, 2025 |
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Legendary singer-songwriter Willie Nile joins us for a lively chat about his music journey, stories behind the songs, and famous fans like Bruce Springsteen and The Who — plus a whole lot more!
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Jun 07, 2025 |
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Brooklyn-based Charming Disaster is an eclectic duo steeped in the gothic humor of Edward Gorey and the story telling of folks like Tim Burton!
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May 31, 2025 |
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Global J-Pop Powerhouse SHIHORI: From LA to the World's Biggest Anime & Video Game Soundtracks!
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May 24, 2025 |
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Indie Pop Artist Terra Renae has had a successful string of popular releases since being discovered by pop icon Macy Gray!
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May 23, 2025 |
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The Ataris have a new single, a new tour, and a great story of perseverance and longevity!
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May 15, 2025 |
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Avery Lynch is a viral indie artist with a unique voice and a great collection of story driven songs that have created a very loyal fan base!
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May 09, 2025 |
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Viral indie artist Will Wood has carved his own path with over a million monthly downloads and sold-out tours. This May, he is setting out on his upcoming 10th anniversary U.S. tour!
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Apr 21, 2025 |
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Popular Indie Artist Zach Paradis is on his first major national tour supporting his new single "Hurricane"
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Apr 17, 2025 |
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Talia Keys is a vibrant indie artist who is creating a buzz with a great new upcoming release “From The Ashes”
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Apr 13, 2025 |
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John Corabi is a legendary rock vocalist who is currently fronting the all star rock band The Dead Daisies!
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Apr 08, 2025 |
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Bobby Delvecchio is an acclaimed drummer, a successful businessman, and a motivational speaker who has significantly impacted the franchise business landscape in the United States.
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Apr 02, 2025 |
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SUN Records artist ZZ Ward joins us to talk about her new album "Liberation" her new single "Love Alive" and about her current US tour!
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Mar 31, 2025 |
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Gerry Linarducci is a financial advisor for several well-known sports and entertainment professionals and companies, he is also well-known for his knowledge of cryptocurrency!
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Mar 24, 2025 |
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Popular indie artist and podcaster Andy Frasco speaks with MMP host Darrell Craig Harris about his new album, touring, and much more!
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Feb 27, 2025 |
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Monique Powell lead vocalist from the band "Save Ferris" joins Music Matters host Darrell Craig Harris from her home in Garden Grove, California!
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Feb 15, 2025 |
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Nikki Camilleri is a top music artist manager and social impact strategist based in London who was recently recognized on the FORBES "30 Under 30" most influential young business leaders!
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Feb 01, 2025 |
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MMP chats with viral online 11 year old guitarist Aanika Pai from the NAMM Show in Anaheim California
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Feb 01, 2025 |
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Grammy nominated multi platinum "House Music' legend Ralphi Rosario speaks to us about his amazing career including working with Madonna, Cher, Beyoncé, Celine, and numerous other mega stars!
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Jan 12, 2025 |
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MOE. is a globally popular touring "Jam Band" who has has had a 35 year run with an upcoming anniversary tour and new album "Circle Of Giants" we speak with cofounder Rob Derhak .
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Dec 14, 2024 |
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Rock Guitarist Steve Stevens is globally known as the long-time guitarist for Billy Idol, but there is so much more to his amazing story!
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Dec 14, 2024 |
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Eva-Lott Björklund is a contemporary artist/songwriter/producer from Kronoby Finland! Her new album "Built On Love" is a stunning tribute featuring a who's who of Finnish singers and musicians!
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Nov 30, 2024 |
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Brazilian metal guitarist Kiko Loureiro is a Grammy winning musician best known as a long-time member of the globally popular metal band Megadeth and as a founding member of the Brazilian band Angra!
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Nov 25, 2024 |
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Leevi Toponen also known as "Leevieemeli" is a viral TikTok star, singer-songwriter, content creator for many well-known Finnish bands, and music video director!
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Nov 19, 2024 |
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Singer songwriter Andrew Browning talks about his new Americana styled release “Love Is A Beautiful Thing” in this engaging chat with host Darrell Craig Harris
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Nov 12, 2024 |
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Music Matter speaks with Alexander Hacke and Danielle De Piccciotto from the unique music group HackedePicciotto about their new album The Best of hackedepicciotto (Live in Napoli)
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Nov 05, 2024 |
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Social impact strategist Paula Park has worked with a long list of well known artists including Demi Lovato, Audrey Nuna, Quavo, along with many large music labels and related management companies!
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Oct 21, 2024 |
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Music Matters speaks with globally popular ambient/new-age music artist Kevin Keller on the release of his latest album "Evensong"
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Sep 25, 2024 |
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Eric Hirshberg is an insightful singer songwriter with millions of streams and a new album "Second Hand Smoke"
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Sep 18, 2024 |
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Multiple award winning Nashville session guitarist Rob McNelley on his new singles and more!
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Sep 03, 2024 |
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Weird Al Yankovic’s longtime drummer, cohort, and archivist Bermuda Schwartz on EP12 - S07 of Music Matters Podcast
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Jun 09, 2024 |
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Joe Bonamassa talks about music, business, inspiration, and more in this new Music Matters Podcast EP11 - S07
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May 22, 2024 |
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JacQ Becker/Mama B with a new children’s album, and great advice for new artists! ~ EP10 - S07
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May 15, 2024 |
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On this episode of Music Matters I chat with Rockie Lynne about his musical journey of Resilience and giving back...EP09-S07
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May 08, 2024 |
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Talking to the Riina Ammesmaki, the voice behind the viral Finnish duo Top 40 Lounge on EP08-S07 of Music Matters Podcast with Darrell Craig Harris
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Apr 30, 2024 |
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The Rumble - Grammy-nominated band from New Orleans on EP07-S07 of Music Matters Podcast with Darrell Craig Harris
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Dec 29, 2023 |
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Rising Latina pop star Sasha Prendes speaks with Music Matters - EP06-S07
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Sep 04, 2023 |
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NYC guitarist and bandleader Gideon King and City Blog is my guest on Music matters Podcast with Darrell Craig Harris EP05 - S07
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Aug 04, 2023 |
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Punk Bass guitar legend, Mike Watt is my special guest on Music Matters Podcast with Darrell Craig Harris EP04-S07
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Jul 26, 2023 |
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Robban Hagnäs,Record label owner, blues bass-player and club owner is my special guest on episode 03 of season 07 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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May 04, 2023 |
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Chatting about the new single and upcoming EP by Charlotta Kerbs & The Strays recorded @ the ”Temple” of recording studios ~FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama ~ ep02-s07
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Feb 22, 2023 |
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Shevy Smith ~ Ultimate Playlist founder, Emmy-nominated, Nashville-based composer/producer, is my special guest on episode 01 of our new season 07 of Music matters podcast with Darrel Craig Harris
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Jan 24, 2023 |
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Sicard Hollow, a young progressive bluegrass band on the move...on episode 03 of season 06 on Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Oct 17, 2022 |
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Famous Movie & TV composer - William Goldstein is my special guest on episode 02, S-06 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Sep 20, 2022 |
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Catch-up with Women In Jazz Media Founder ++ Fiona Ross on the first new episode of season six after the summer break, on Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Sep 01, 2022 |
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Music industry PR guru Laura Whitmore from Positive Grid (formerly Marshall, KORG) speaks with Darrell Craig Harris on episode 05 of season 05 of Music Matters Podcast.
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May 24, 2022 |
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Country music singer, songwriter & Independent Artist - Troy Bullock chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.09
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May 23, 2022 |
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With 100’s millions of music downloads, Matt Simons is my special guest on Episode 04, Season 05 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Apr 28, 2022 |
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Angelo Garcia former member of the mega pop band Menudo (1988-90) and continues with a Big music career on episode 03, season 05 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Apr 22, 2022 |
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World renown vocalist/actor, and frequent BBC guest Richard Shelton on episode 02, season 05 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Apr 19, 2022 |
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Viral online music star Will Wood speaks about mental health and being a creative on episode 01 of our new season 05 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Apr 13, 2022 |
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Alan Roy Scott is an internationally-acclaimed songwriter, songwriting teacher, artist mentor, event producer, ++ on EP 17 - S04 of Music Matters Podcast
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Mar 15, 2022 |
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Paola Vera - Professor of Vocal Jazz, singer-pianist/songwriter/coach & Mom - on episode 16, season 04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Mar 08, 2022 |
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Gerry Linarducci financial planner for many well-known sports, entertainment, music, folks on episode 15, season 04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Feb 25, 2022 |
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Eric Martin, lead vocalist from the globally popular band Mr Big is our guest on Episode 11, Season 04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Feb 24, 2022 |
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Keyboardist Jason Miles’ New Book tells tales of creative collaboration with Miles Davis, Chaka Khan, Luther Vandross, Marcus Miller, David Sanborn...in episode 14, season 04 of Music Matters
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Feb 15, 2022 |
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Sports Illustrated Publisher and Writer ~ Hondo S. Carpenter Sr. is Music Matters Special Guest on Episode 13 of Season 04.
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Feb 13, 2022 |
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Violinist, Bennet Cerven from the Mega Viral band ’The Trouble Notes’ is our guest on EP 12 - S04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Feb 02, 2022 |
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Meresha - social media star, singer, composer, producer from Poland is our guest on episode 09 - season 04 of Music Matters Podcast.
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Jan 11, 2022 |
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French Canadian/Serbian producer, artist, DJ MaddNyxx is our guest on Episode 10, Season 04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Jan 05, 2022 |
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Katie Daryl from the popular show #TopTenRevealed! is our special guest on episode 08, season 04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Dec 28, 2021 |
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Jenna Busch - tv personality, journalist, pop culture maven, blogger, Voice-over artist is out guest on EP 07, Season 04 of Music Matters Podcast
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Dec 21, 2021 |
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Migdalia Van Der Hoven - drummer and bandleader is our special guest on EP 06, Season 04 of Music Matters Podcast.
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Dec 10, 2021 |
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Amazing UK jazz artist/saxophonist Hannah Horton chats with Darrell on Episode 05, Season 04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris.
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Dec 07, 2021 |
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Music Matters chats with French painter, workshop director, Aurelie Freoua on Episode 04, Season 04.
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Dec 04, 2021 |
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Amazing jazz/world music artist, writer, composer, multi-instrumentalist Lara Eidi connects on Episode 03, Season 04 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Dec 03, 2021 |
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Moonshiners, Ice Road Truckers producer-director Dean Bushala chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.12
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Dec 02, 2021 |
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We chat with Ashaine White at this year‘s EFG London Jazz Festival to talk about her new album, writing, and podcast hosting with Women in Jazz Media and more on episode 2, season 4
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Nov 30, 2021 |
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Eurovision winning, Finnish Hardrock Legend Mr Lordi is our special guest on episode1, season 4 of Music Matters Podcast
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Nov 26, 2021 |
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Music clearance and licensing expert Kevin Magowan chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast EP.02 - S2
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Nov 20, 2021 |
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Grammy Award-Winning Producer, Keyboardist, Composer, arranger, and Synthesist - Jason Miles is the special guest on episode 14 season 2 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Nov 17, 2021 |
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Randy Brecker - Grammy Award-winning American trumpeter, flugelhornist, and composer is our guest on Episode 11 - Season 3 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Nov 16, 2021 |
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UK Jazz artist/producer/journalist Fiona Ross chats about her new album, women in jazz, and the London Jazz Fest! All on Episode 19, Season 3
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Nov 12, 2021 |
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Beyoncé, Madonna, Katie Perry ++ Remixer - (in case You Missed This?) Ralphi Rosario joins Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast EP.13
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Nov 03, 2021 |
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Singer/producer nice guy Michael Best, aka ”Nitty Green”, is a member of RIFF, an R&B/Pop vocal group from Paterson, NJ - Episode 20, season 3 of Music Matters Podcast
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Oct 26, 2021 |
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Special guest is Terry Hale, bassist for 45 + years with the legendary George Strait and the Ace On The Hole Band! In Episode 18, Season 3 of Music Matters Podcast.
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Oct 14, 2021 |
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Gold and Platinum drummer musician Manny Kellough, and lifelong friend of the legendary Billy Preston is my special guest on episode 17, season 3 of Music Matters Podcast.
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Sep 28, 2021 |
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Globally known Gaga tribute artist Tierney Allen chats on Music Matters episode 16, season 3 with Darrell Craig Harris
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Sep 25, 2021 |
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Singer-songwriter - Seth Turner - Chats on Music Matters - Episode 15 Season 3 - with Darrell Craig Harris
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Sep 07, 2021 |
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The Healing Power of Music + 150K downloads with former Editor-in-Chief, podcast producer and voice-over artist - Nigel J. on Episode 14, Season 3 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Aug 31, 2021 |
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David Segal and Joe Hardy from Can Do Musos are our special guests on Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris - Episode 13 - Season 3
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Jul 28, 2021 |
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UK R&B/Soul singer Ashaine White is our Switcher Chats guest on episode 12, season 3, of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris.
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Jul 20, 2021 |
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Amazing UK jazz vocalist/artist Beverley Beirne Chats with Music Matters from her home in England! - on Episode 10 - Season 3
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Jul 13, 2021 |
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Christa Renwall - Artist coach, Singer/Songwriter & Political activist is my special Guest on Switcher Chats & Music Matters Podcast
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Jul 06, 2021 |
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World-renowned bass player - Reggie Washington is our special guest on episode 8 - season 3 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Jul 02, 2021 |
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Rebecca Angel chats about her new debut album Love Life Choices and background with Darrell Craig Harris on Episode 7 - Season 3
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Jun 29, 2021 |
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Globally known Jazz vocalist, composer, producer, music journalist - Fiona Ross - is our guest on Switcher Chats with Darrell Craig Harris
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Jun 22, 2021 |
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How we Achieved 100K Downloads in 6+ months @ Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris and his co-producer Nigel J. from Music Tribes Unite, and all on Switcher Chats!
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Jun 18, 2021 |
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Chris Heers - LIVE with Darrell Craig Harris at the Famous 108-year-old Pioneer Saloon with Switcher Chats and Music Matters Podcast.
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Jun 11, 2021 |
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Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris & Switcher Chats connect with singer-songwriter Philena Carter in Las Vegas
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Jun 04, 2021 |
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Georgina Agombar - founder and director of 'Third Fret' whose company provides online musical and production services is our guest on episode 2 of season 3 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris.
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May 31, 2021 |
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Graham Russell of the Iconic duo - Air Supply is our special guest on Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris on Episode 1, Season 3
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May 28, 2021 |
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Nashville based Tim Quick well known for his guitar playing in hit Broadway musicals, a film/TV composer and producer is our guest on episode 21 season 2 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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May 21, 2021 |
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Marten Andersson - acclaimed Heavy Metal and Hard Rock bass player is our guest on episode 20 season 2 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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May 17, 2021 |
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Iconic 1960s singer Gary Puckett joins us to chat about his music career and shares some of his upcoming plans – all on episode 19 season 2 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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May 14, 2021 |
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Niki Westerback – singer/songwriter and lead vocalist for the all-female rock-band Barbe-Q-Barbies is our special guest on episode 18, season 2 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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May 10, 2021 |
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Waylon Reavis vocalist for Nu Metal Band ‘A Killer's Confession' and former vocalist for 'Mushroomhead' chats with Darrell Craig Harris on episode 17 season two
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May 07, 2021 |
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Singer Bucky Heard of the Righteous Brothers - well-known vocal coach and really nice all-round guy is our guest on Music Matters - episode 16 of season 2 - with Darrell Craig Harris
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May 03, 2021 |
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Legendary platinum recording artist Mark Farner all-American frontman and guitarist, of Grand Funk Railroad - is our special guest on episode 15 – season 2 of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris.
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Apr 30, 2021 |
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Northern Mexican Journalist and Radio Host - Edna Martinez - Chats about arts, culture and politics on episode 13 - season two of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
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Apr 16, 2021 |
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Social Media Superstars - Dylan 'N' Alice - chat about their Multiple Viral Videos, New alternative Rock music and Upcoming tour plans on episode 12 season 2 of Music Matters Podcast
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Apr 09, 2021 |
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Hear the unmistakable soulful voice of Finnish musician, composer, arranger and vocal coach - Charlotta Kerbs on Episode 11 - Season 2 of Music Matters Podcast
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Apr 08, 2021 |
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Finnish singing superstar and good friend Jannike Sondstrom reconnects with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast Episode 10 of Season 2
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Apr 02, 2021 |
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Actress, singer and show producer – Erin Baltsar is our special guest on Music Matters Podcast on Episode 09 - S2
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Mar 28, 2021 |
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Moody Blues keyboardist talks to Music Matters about his Grammy nominated group Alan Hewitt and One Nation & much more - EP.08-S2
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Mar 23, 2021 |
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International known vocalist, actress & show producer Anne Martinez chats on Music Matters Podcast with Darrell Craig Harris - EP.07 - S2
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Mar 17, 2021 |
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Supporting World Hearing Day - Founder & President of Sensaphonics - audiologist, Dr Michael Santucci Chats with Darrell on Music Matters Podcast - EP.06 - S2
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Mar 03, 2021 |
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J-pop and K-pop Mega hit songwriter Mayu Wakisaka chats with Darrell on Music Matters Podcast-EP.05 - S2
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Feb 23, 2021 |
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Modern Drummer magazines editor at large, founding member of Mantus with 3 top ten singles, drummer, and more–Billy Amendola chats on Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris – EP.04 - S2
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Feb 22, 2021 |
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The famous music documentary - The Wrecking Crew - Executive producer/director - Denny Tedesco is our special guest on Music Matters Podcast-EP.3-S2
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Feb 05, 2021 |
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Globally known Japanese poet, journalist, filmmaker, and songwriter - Yuri Kageyama chats and performs live with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.01 - S2
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Jan 24, 2021 |
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Music Matters Podcast Trailer
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Jan 08, 2021 |
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Rodney Hall, president of the legendary FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama - chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.11
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Jan 07, 2021 |
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Special guest - Josh Paul - bassist for Daughtry ++ chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP. 10
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Dec 25, 2020 |
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Music Matters Podcast with Darrell Craig Harris and his guest Nigel J. Farmer - EP.01
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Dec 20, 2020 |
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An International quick chat on the New SHURE MV7 USB/XLR combo dynamic podcast microphone - EP.02
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Dec 20, 2020 |
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Long time Bass player for Jools Holland & much more - Dave Swift chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.08
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Dec 14, 2020 |
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Billy Joel protégé and friend Michael Cavanaugh chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.07
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Dec 08, 2020 |
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Special Guest - Beyoncé, Madonna, U2 producer/remixer - Craig J. Snider chats with Darrel Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP. 06
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Dec 02, 2020 |
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American hard rock/heavy metal bassist. Rudy Sarzo chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.05
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Nov 25, 2020 |
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Blue Oyster Cult guitarist Richie Castellano chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.04
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Nov 18, 2020 |
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Rock Bass Legend - Billy Sheehan chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.03
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Nov 12, 2020 |