On this episode we explore the life and music of the Texas Troubadour, Ernest Tubb. From his humble beginnings in Crisp, Texas to becoming one of the elder statesmen of country music, Ernest was, and continued to be an inspiration for all those

Season Three: Episode One - Billy Preston

Feb 22nd, 2024 27m 4s

In this episode we take a look at the incredible life and career of Billy Preston. He worked with everyone from Little Richard to Sam Cooke to Ray Charles and played a big role on albums with the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Band, and Eric

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Special Announcement

Feb 20th, 2024 1m 42s

I'm going to make a change to the current podcast format and separate the historical segment on Texas Music Legends from the interviews and live performance of current artists. This will allow me to release much more content without waiting for

Season Two: Episode Four- Best Albums of 2023

Jan 9th, 2024 31m 30s

On this episode I review the year in music, discussing and playing clips from my favorite albums of the year in several different genres including Blues, Rock, Country/Americana, Indie,/Alternative Music, EDM, Jazz and more . To listen to comp

Season Two: Episode Three -Ten more songs recorded in Texas

Oct 11th, 2023 58m 33s

In this special episode, we look at ten more songs that were recorded in studios across Texas. From Blue October to Johnny Ace, Lydia Mendoza, Sublime, Explosions in the Sky, Willie Nelson, Kirk Franklin, Roy Head, Clifton Chenier, and more we

Season Two: Episode Two -10 Essential Songs You May Not Realize Were Recorded In Texas

Jun 24th, 2023 37m 23s

In this episode, I take a look at some incredible music that surprisingly was all recorded here in Texas. From Robert Johnson to Selena and Pantera, this episode delves into the back story of some of the amazing music that's been created here i

Season Two: Episode One - Bob Wills featuring Season Ammons

Mar 9th, 2023 1h 1m

Explore the life and music of Western Swing pioneer Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys. From his early days as the son of a sharecropper to the zenith of his musical career and Hollywood cowboy, Bob lived a full robust life.We also have a great i

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Special Episode: Best of 2022 Music Review

Jan 13th, 2023 25m 18s

IN this special episode I look back at the best albums released in 2022, in a diverse array of genres. Featuring short clips from those albums, I explore some hidden gems that never got the radio airplay and broader recognition they deserved. L

Episode Nine: Buddy Holly featuring Nik Parr of the Selfless Lovers

Dec 6th, 2022 1h 4m

In this episode, we delve into the short but meteoric life of Buddy Holly. From his early days in Lubbock to his tragic death in Iowa, we examine the man behind the hit songs. With samples of those hits and those of the artist he inspired, we s

Episode Eight: Lefty Frizzell featuring Briana Adams

Dec 4th, 2022 46m 48s

In this episode we explore the tumultuous life of Country Music star Lefty Frizzell from his genre changing unforgettable hit songs, to his scandalled filled life and untimely death. We then interview rising Country star Briana Adams and discu

Episode Seven Larry Coryell featuring Murali Coryell

Oct 19th, 2022 50m 25s

In this episode we examine the life of legendary jazz guitarist Larry Coryell. From his birth in Galveston to becoming one of the first pioneers of Jazz-Rock Fusion to his five decade career as one of the most talented and versatile guitarists

Episode Six: Lightnin' Hopkins featuring Matthew Robinson

Oct 4th, 2022 52m 4s

In this episode we look back at the prolific career of Houstonian Lightnin' Hopkins and how he laid the groundwork for generations of guitarists and blues singers to follow. We then speak to Austin's own Matthew Robinson, another legendary blue

Episode Five: Scott Joplin featuring Haley Tuck

Sep 29th, 2022 52m 36s

In this episode we examine the rise of Ragtime Music with Texarkana native Scott Joplin as he rose to national prominence in the early days of the 20th century. We then talk to Internationally acclaimed Jazz singer Haley Tuck and explore her li

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Bonus Interview - Murali Coryell

Jul 9th, 2022 11m 54s

The following is a short interview with Murali Coryell before he took the stage with Ernie Durawa and Chris Alcaraz at the Fat Cat Lounge. He discusses both Blues and Jazz in Texas as his father was legendary jazz guitarist Larry Coryell. A mor

Episode Four- Conjunto Music and The Jimenez Family featuring Ernie Durawa

Jul 5th, 2022 58m 47s

In this Episode we look back at how Conjunto Music evolved from Mexican ranchero music and German Polka Music in Texas. We examine the Jimenez family called the First Family of the Accordion as first Patricio, then his son Santiago, then his so

Episode Three: Leadbelly featuring Chris Duarte

Jun 2nd, 2022 51m 22s

This episode explores the life of Folk and Blues Singer Leadbelly, then continues with an interview with Guitar Icon Chris Duarte. Chris discusses his early career, struggles on the road, and his influences and inspirations. We finish the show

Episode Two: Janis Joplin featuring Blue Midnight

Apr 22nd, 2022 55m 46s

In this episode we highlight the life and death of Rock icon Janis Joplin, then talk to blues/rock band Blue Midnight and finish with an acoustic stripped down version of Me and Bobby Magee.

Episode One: Blind Lemon Jefferson featuring Larry Wilson

Mar 30th, 2022 40m 8s

In this episode, we first examine the birth of the blues in Texas and the life of Blind Lemon Jefferson. We follow that with an interview with guitarist and singer Larry Wilson, where he discusses his career, influences, and shares stories from

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