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IMC's Friday Night Flashback!
Tom Scott & The L.A. Express - 11/21/1975!
"Tom Cat"

Before auto-tune, before quantizing every note, before computers fixed mistakes...there were monsters like these.

Fifty years ago, in 1975, a handful of absolute killers walked onto the Midnight Special stage and proceeded to funk the living daylights out of everything in sight. No tricks. No shortcuts. Just ridiculous talent, feel, groove, and chemistry.

Tom Scott – tenor sax & Lyricon
Robben Ford – guitar
Max Bennett – bass
Victor Feldman – keyboards
John Guerin – drums

Take a second and let that lineup sink in.

These weren't just players...they were THE players. The cats everyone called when they needed something to swing harder, groove deeper, or flat-out smoke. Between them are credits with Joni Mitchell, George Harrison, Miles Davis, Steely Dan, Frank Zappa, Elvis and about half the records that made the 1970s cool.

What you're hearing here is real musicians having real conversations through their instruments. The bass walks, the drums breathe, the keys sparkle, the guitar dances, and Tom Scott drives the whole thing like a muscle car with no speed limit.

Fifty years later, this stuff still sounds fresh, dangerous, funky, and alive.

Real musicians.
Real groove.
Real magic.

Turn it up and remember what happens when masters get together and simply PLAY. I wore this album out and still do!

BP

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New music Friday: Check out this great new track from Gabe Dixon, “World’s Gone By”. How many time signatures can you spot in this track? We think you’ll dig this short and sweet tune.

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OK everyone. If you go deep into the GRP catalog, you'll find one of the coolest albums ever. If you're lucky, you may have this on vinyl. It was released in 1990 and was written by a Japanese artist named Yutaka Yokokura – an arranger, composer, engineer, keyboardist, koto player, producer and singer. He does it all! And, Brazilian music was at the center of his heart. His early music was influenced by Sergio Mendes and you can surely hear it on this and many others on his album. In the late 70's he performed with Hiroshima which served ironically as an introduction to his own Japanese culture. In 1978 his debut album "Lovelight" was produced by Dave Grusin and Larry Rosen. "Say You Do" is from the 1990 album, "Brazasia" and it has everyone on it...just look at the credits! Amazing. On this track, Pauline Wilson, from the LA band Seawind, provided the wonderful vocals. I love everything about this track and album. I encourage you to dig deep into Yutaka's music. You'll not be disappointed. E

https://youtu.be/Wh7P8juy2n4?si=5EDYg1Qs2YAPzkor

RUSH began their "Fifty Something" tour on Sunday, June 7th at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, Calif.

This tour introduces drummer; Anika Nilles as the newest member of Rush, and wow, does she deliver as she steps into an incredibly challenging role following the legacy of Neil Peart.

One of my high school students attended opening night with his father and was kind enough to send me these videos. After watching, all I can say is WOW!! What an incredible way to kick off a tour.

I have to say, Anika absolutely nails it. 🎶🥁 Dang! Not only does she pay homage to their former colleague's legacy, she truly owns the moment. The energy from the audience says it all. It was great to see Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson in true form, and totally smiling, looking genuinely proud as they watched Anika shine. This had to be one incredible concert experience. 🎸

Thanks to Antonio for these clips!! Orale!

Loretta

My pal Groovefunkel is at it again, and this time... WOWZA!

For the first time ever, he's taken on the challenge of remixing one of the most legendary bands of all time — Steely Dan. One of their absolute classics has been given the Groovefunkel treatment, featuring a fresh new intro and outro, extended sections, unheard production elements, hidden gems pulled from the mix, and a few surprises along the way.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzk4KfYd4_s

Enjoy!
BP

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Wishing Gregg Bissonette a very happy birthday!

Bernie Chiaravalle is back with another fantastic album release titled, "Standing In The Shadows". This is an 11 track release is available on Bandcamp, and includes a bonus track!

Check it out!

Standing in the Shadows, by Bernie Chiaravalle 12 track album

Great news from Simon Phillips!

"Check out the complete Protocol 6 album on your preferred streaming service and find physical CDs on Amazon, with insightful liner notes by Bill Milkowski. And please stay tuned, we will soon announce some new tour dates in the U.S. and Tokyo!"

Inside MusiCast is pleased to welcome Rob Arthur!

Rob Arthur’s career in music has taken him from his roots in Minnesota, to the coasts, and with a variety of connections and collaborations. But in 2001, Rob made a connection with Peter Frampton that has lasted for a quarter century, and continues to grow. Rob has been a part of Peter’s touring band as a keyboardist, guitarist and vocalist, and has served as his music director. But Rob’s talents go beyond music, and it was his interest in telling stories, combined with his passion for videography, that led to the production of a documentary about Peter Frampton’s life. Rob began filming footage of Peter’s Finale tour in 2019, but soon realized that a deeper story could be told. The result is a nearly 100-minute documentary about the life of one of the most prolific rock stars, and debuts on June 4 at the Tribeca Film Festival. Inside MusiCast is pleased to welcome Rob Arthur.

Catch this new interview with Rob at www.insidemusicast.com, or on a variety of podcast apps including Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, iHeart Radio, Audible, SiriusXM, Castbox and more!

https://www.insidemusicast.com/musicasts/2026/03/06-rob-arthur

Inside MusiCast welcomes Rob Arthur — Inside MusiCast Rob Arthur, the producer of the new Peter Frampton documentary, shares deep insights on Peter’s life and the highs and lows of his career.