The Keyboard Chronicles

In Part 2 of our interview with Jordan (check out Part 1 here), we cover off a memorable ‘train wreck’,  go through some audience questions, cover off Jordan’s desert island discs and a whole lot more. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the... The post Jordan Rudess, Dream Theater / Liquid Tension Experiment (Part 2) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

We can’t think of a better way to celebrate 150 episodes than by bringing the first part of a two-part interview with Jordan Rudess. Whether you’re a fan of Dream Theater, Liquid Tension Experiment or Jordan’s playing more broadly, there’s lots to enjoy in this episode. In Part 1 we delve pretty deeply into AI... The post Jordan Rudess, Dream Theater / Liquid Tension Experiment (Part 1) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Andy Ross is a pivotal part of OK Go, both band and online phenomenon. We speak with Andy on his career to date, upcoming works and a lot more. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and... The post Andy Ross, OK Go / Secret Dakota Ring appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

We caught up with Robbie as he was in throes of releasing the first three of ten solo albums he’s releasing this year. We talk on the creative processes surrounding that, music and education more broadly, and also cover off some interesting ground during the various times Robbie has toured with other notable musicians. To... The post Robbie Gennet, Solo Artist / Lisa Marie Presley / Educator / Journalist appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

We’re super pleased to have Mitch Towne back on the show, to give an update on his work since our last interview (including his great new album Refuge), as well as taking a decent dive into the Viscount Legend One. Lots to enjoy here! To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in... The post Mitch Towne Redux / Viscount Legend One Discussion appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Kerry Minnear is one of the most cited inspirations we hear from our guests, and with good reason. Kerry’s work was and is groundbreaking, and we had the pleasure of covering some fascinating ground. Listening to this extremely humble pioneer and innovator is an hour very well spent. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on... The post Kerry Minnear, Gentle Giant appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Andy Bown has been Status Quo’s keyboard player for more than 45 years, and that alongside his other collaborations and solo albums makes him one insightful guest. In addition to insights there’s plenty of laughs as well – what more could you want? To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the... The post Andy Bown, Status Quo / The Herd / Peter Frampton / Pink Floyd appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Clyde Lawrence had already been on our radar thanks to co-host Paul, and the desire to speak with Clyde was cemented after seeing the band Lawrence perform live in Australia earlier this year. We chat to Clyde on his amazing career to date, some great road stories and some insightful perspectives from a player whose... The post Clyde Lawrence, Lawrence / Film and TV Composer appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Jeff Frankenstein has clocked up a couple of decades with Newsboys and shows no signs of slowing down. We cover off Jeff’s career to date, recent gigs and some brilliant road stories to boot. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video... The post Jeff Frankenstein, Newsboys appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

Patrick Warren is someone whose music you will definitely have heard at some stage, given his prolific film and TV composition career. Then there’s his production, touring and session work with a who’s who of artists…. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the... The post Patrick Warren, Bonnie Raitt / Tom Waits / Bob Dylan / Aimee Mann appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.