A San Francisco Treat: Nicholas Payton, Otis McDonald, and Wil Blades Team Up In The Bay [B.Getz on L4LM]

In a rare coalescing of supernatural talents, the stalwart squadron of Nicholas Payton, Wil Blades, and Otis McDonald linked up for a two-night engagement at Keys Jazz Bistro in the North Beach section of San Francisco.

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The Upful LIFE Podcast Ep. 054: The Return of ERIC KRASNO [Soulive, The Assembly] + The Music Cellar fundraiser w/ Jonny G [lespecial]

Kraz’s Fall 2019 appearance on the Upful LIFE pod was quite well-received, so with all the exciting developments in his life and career, it feels like the perfect time to get up to speed with all things Eric Krasno

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Man In Me: Eric Krasno Looks Inward On New Album, ‘Always’ [B.Getz on L4LM]

Ten masterful cuts that incorporate many of the elements that we’ve come to know & love from Eric Krasno, infused with the fresh, funky, tasteful touch of Otis McDonald. Always finds Kraz at a peaceful, introspective place in life and his career.

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*The Upful LIFE Podcast* – Ep.034: KIM DAWSON (vocalist – Matador Soul Sounds / Color Red / ex-Pimps of Joytime)

Episode 034 of *The Upful LIFE Podcast* welcomes vocalist KIM DAWSON to the show for an important discussion. A chat as necessary as it is enlightening, with memories uncomfortable and messages inspiring.

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[Interview] SKERIK Talks Emerald Quintet, OG Garage A Trois, Mad Season, & More [B.Getz on L4LM]

L4LM’s B.Getz was lucky to track down the ever-elusive Skerik for a conversation just before the saxophonist took off for the Emerald Quintet’s quick run, which closes with the Funk Sessions show in Denver on Friday, 11/22. Skerik was eager to discuss his fantastic new band, as well as a smattering of other topics

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*The Upful LIFE Podcast* – Episode 024: WIL BLADES (Organist – Adam Deitch Quartet / Amendola vs Blades)

Episode 024 of *The Upful LIFE Podcast* welcomes Hammond B3 organ maestro WIL BLADES to the show for a lengthy conversation about his career, Bay Area music culture, saddling up to jazz and funk legends, the Adam Deitch Quartet, Amendola vs. Blades, and beyond.

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Five Years in the Making, Adam Deitch Quartet Releases Debut LP, ‘Egyptian Secrets’ (B.Getz on L4LM)

With one foot in jazz and the other leg waist deep in the funky stuff, drummer/producer Adam Deitch(Lettuce/Break Science) finally unveils Egyptian Secrets (Golden Wolf Records), the long-awaited full-length debut LP from his Adam Deitch Quartet.

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