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The Ken Valdez Approach has a little bit of this, a little bit of that and a whole lotta music from artists spanning multiple genres, well known to obscure, you’re bound to love. We will learn about these fascinating people behind the music and their journeys as they navigate their way through this interesting time in the music business. We also feature live, intimate performances you won’t find anywhere else! Come hang with us!
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Sunday Jun 26, 2022
EP 30.- Britt Lightning of Vixen
Sunday Jun 26, 2022
Sunday Jun 26, 2022
Britt Lightning is the guitarist for one of the most well known and well respected all female rock n' roll bands in history, Vixen. She is also one of the heads of the infamous Rock n' Roll Fantasy Camp. Listen how this young woman from Boston has become a rockstar, business woman, adventurer among other things. Also, hear how one audition with Lady Gaga changed the course of her life and career.
Sunday Jun 12, 2022
EP 29 - Jeff Scott Soto
Sunday Jun 12, 2022
Sunday Jun 12, 2022
Jeff Scott Soto is one of the truly great singers of our time. His career has spanned nearly 40 years. From being the frontman for guitar virtuoso Yngwie Malmsteen to filling the shoes of a legend in Journey to the Trans Siberian Orchestra and that is just the tip of the iceberg. If that's not enough, his solo career is also massive and very impressive. Listen to my conversation with the hardest working guy in rock n' roll!
Sunday May 29, 2022
EP 28 - Orianthi
Sunday May 29, 2022
Sunday May 29, 2022
Orianthi is without a doubt one of the premier guitarists in the world today. She has showcased her talents on a global scale performing with the likes of Michael Jackson, Carlos Santana and Alice Cooper just to name a few, however, that is just the tip of the iceberg. She is a multi-platinum selling singer/songwriter/artist who has a live DVD and new record about to drop and that is still just scratching the surface. Get to know this incredible artists just a little more on this episode of The Approach!
Sunday May 22, 2022
EP 27 - Brandon Gibbs
Sunday May 22, 2022
Sunday May 22, 2022
Brandon Gibbs has led a life that seems like it was based on a movie. Born and raised in a small midwest town with dreams of being a rockstar, he has gone on to front some incredible super groups while also writing, recording and performing his own music. His story is will leave a smile on your face while you raise those rock fists and horns!
Sunday May 08, 2022
EP 26 - Dawayne Bailey
Sunday May 08, 2022
Sunday May 08, 2022
From one iconic Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame band to another (Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band and Chicago) and then some, Dawayne Bailey has been there, done that, blew more than a few minds along the way with his brilliant guitar work and has more than a few stories to tell.
Sunday May 01, 2022
EP 25 - Bill Allen
Sunday May 01, 2022
Sunday May 01, 2022
Bill Allen is an actor and musician who has lived an extraordinary life. Listen to stories about Rad, the movie that garnered a cult following and is now a true piece of pop culture and his character Cru Jones along with other film adventures. Also, we discuss his best friend Brandon Lee and of course, there's the music! Let's walk this sucker!
Sunday Apr 24, 2022
EP 24 - Django Knight
Sunday Apr 24, 2022
Sunday Apr 24, 2022
Django Knight has a tremendous work ethic that is undeniable. With an infectious sound that combines his musical influences to create something new, moving and has a little something for everyone, this young man is destined for greatness!
Saturday Apr 16, 2022
EP 23 - Loz Campbell
Saturday Apr 16, 2022
Saturday Apr 16, 2022
Hailing from Yorkshire in the UK, Loz Campbell is bringing her brand of rock n' roll to the masses. This young and fiery entertainer is on an upward trajectory and gaining loyal fans along the way!
Monday Apr 11, 2022
EP 22 - Tori Ruffin
Monday Apr 11, 2022
Monday Apr 11, 2022
From Fishbone to Morris Day And The Time to Sexual Chocolate (yes, THAT Sexual Chocolate) to Freak Juice, Tori Ruffin is the real deal!
Sunday Apr 03, 2022
EP 21 - James ”Fluff” Harley
Sunday Apr 03, 2022
Sunday Apr 03, 2022
James "Fluff" Harley is a producer, mixer, engineer and heartthrob, it says so on his t-shirt! From the new Korn record to the latest/posthumous release from the icon Prince, to my latest release "Saints And Sinners" and so many places in between, Fluff is truly one of the good guys in this crazy music world! Hear from the man himself who believes hard work and exceptional sounding projects far exceed notoriety. Enjoy this conversation with one of my favorite people who makes the bands/artists/records we love sound so good!