Joshua Thomson and Josh Peters of the band Atlas Maior join Baruch to discuss their musical background and inspirations, this band, and their new record Palindromlar. This band continues to evolve, bringing music from North Africa (The Middle East) together with Free Jazz, exploring cultural roots, differences, and the human connection. • Atlas Maior on YouTube Music by: Atlas Maior The post Atlas Maior – “Palindromlar” appeared first on Paradigms Podcast.

Abraham Gomez-Delgado’s band is Zemog El Gallo Bueno and they have just released a new record ¡Ya Tú Sabes! You Already Noe which is a lush wild colorful juicy set of music with smashing lyrics coming out of the imagination of this accomplished group of artists, many of  them Grammy winners. Abraham has been an artist since childhood, first as a painter and then adding music into his expressions.  The job of the artist is to reflect back to us the world we live in, through their own unique perspective.  Abraham Gomez-Delgado does just that.  He surrounds himself with art and artists and his inspirations bring perceptions and personal ethics and convictions to the world. • Zemog El Gallo Bueno on YouTube Music by: Zemog El Gallo Bueno The post Abraham Gomez-Delgado – Zemog El Gallo Bueno “¡Ya Tú Sabes! You Already Noe” appeared first on Paradigms Podcast.

Chris Rawlins has released his third full-length album Flyover. Hailing from the midwest of the United States, Chris is connected with the landscape, the people and places, of which he writes. It’s a gentle, touching record. Chris’ musicianship is multifaceted, both as a solo performer and with a band. He is inspired by musings and experiences, and brings that forth in his poetry and melodies. He is very much in the tradition of the traveling folk singer. His songs are relatable and have a familiar comforting quality, while being original and personal. • Chris Rawlins on YouTube Music by: Chris Rawlins The post Chris Rawlins – “Flyover” appeared first on Paradigms Podcast.

Qais Essar & Sonny Singh have collaborated on a beautiful record Sangat which means Beloved Community.  They are on a mission of bringing people together, moving past the divisions that humans are susceptible to in service to a greater vision of a peaceful world. The music is beautiful. Sonny and Qais each discuss their musical and spiritual backgrounds, and why this project is so dear to them. • Qais Essar & Sonny Singh on YouTube Music by: Qais Essar & Sonny Singh The post Qais Essar & Sonny Singh – “Sangat” appeared first on Paradigms Podcast.

Mark Growden is one of those people who sees an instrument, touches it, and instinctively knows how to play it, most of the time.  He is a composer, choral director, and visual artist. He has released a number of records and there is more to come!  His current release, 11 Hours is all Jaw Harp. Mark has a quick mind and perceives deeply.  He travels and plays music with people, he’s curious, so always learning. Mark is also a teacher and he tells us about that. This is an extraordinary person. We’re listening to music from the new album and previous records. • Mark Growden on YouTube Music by: Mark Growden The post Mark Growden – “11 Hours” and more! appeared first on Paradigms Podcast.

Veronneau is a duo, Lynn Veronneau and Ken Avis. Hailing from Quebec and Northern England respectively, they met and found partnership in music and in life. Their new record Blue Tapestry celebrates two iconic albums by two pioneering women in music, Joni Mitchell and Carole King. These well loved songs are translated through Lynn’s unique voice and Ken’s gentle jazzy guitar. Veronneau is Washington DC based so they perform there, and they tour extensively so look for them in a city near you. • Veronneau on YouTube Music by: Veronneau The post Veronneau – “Blue Tapestry” appeared first on Paradigms Podcast.

Josh Fortenbery is an Alaskan musician with roots in the deep south of the United States, as well as Jewish roots from Europe.  His musical influences range from Bluegrass to Folk to Rock.  His new album Tidy Memorial is a collection of very personal songs exploring grief and loss, with passion and conscience. Josh’s songwriting and storytelling echo with the tradition of bards from times gone by, while addressing modern concerns and events. The conversation with Baruch covers a lot of ground. The show opens with commentary by Baruch regarding how we could select leaders of conscience and integrity. • Josh Fortenbery on YouTube Music by: Josh Fortenbery The post Josh Fortenbery – “Tidy Memorial” appeared first on Paradigms Podcast.

Alice Di Micele has just released a new album Reverse the Flow which is a collection of songs that will resonate with many people.  The original songs are all about different aspects of the human experience right now.  This is music for today! Alice has been on her mission for many years, deepening her experience and abilities to communicate with beauty and clarity. Her songs are moving, and the musicianship on the record is excellent. Baruch and Alice share views and discuss the songs on the album, and of course we get to listen to a few of them! • Alice Di Micele on YouTube Music by: Alice Di Micele The post Alice Di Micele – “Reverse the Flow” appeared first on Paradigms Podcast.

Anthony Taddeo of Alla Boara visits Paradigms to share some of his story, to talk about Alla Boara and to share their new record Work & Song, a live album that captures the joy and passion of this music. Alla Boara brings together traditional Italian folk songs from around Italy, with contemporary undertones of jazz and folk. Inspired by his heritage, Anthony researched the music of his forbears, and, along with his fellow musicians, has created this new take on old songs. Alla Boara is Anthony Taddeo percussion, Tommy Lehman trumpet and vocals, Amanda Powell vocals, Ian Kinnaman bass, and Mark Micchelli pianist, with Yaryna Tsarynska violin, Garret Folger trumpet, and John Karkosiak guitar. • Alla Boara on YouTube Music by: Alla Boara The post Anthony Taddeo – Alla Boara “Work & Song” appeared first on Paradigms Podcast.

Strat Andriotis has been playing music since he was a young person, and as many do, he started out on one instrument and then found that another was his true calling. Eventually he came to the instrument that, coincidentally, is his namesake. Strat has a new record Exits 8 original compositions performed by a trio. Strat and Baruch follow a familiar theme, discussing music and inspiration, exploring ways that art and creativity bring people together. • Strat Andriotis on YouTube Music by: Strat Andriotis The post Strat Andriotis – “Exits” appeared first on Paradigms Podcast.