The Loudini Rock and Roll Circus

A professional musician since the age of 14 when he began playing local bars in and around the New Orleans, Louisiana area, at 17 he was hired by soul great Johnnie Taylor, with whom he toured for six months. By 18 he was hired as the band leader of blues legend Lucky Peterson's band, spending three years touring throughout the world.

In true myth-busters fashion, Lou (Loudini) and Kevin bust the myth of the rich rock star. The times have changed and many well known artists are forced to maintian day jobs and many live below poverty level. Birthday shout outs to Peter Gabriel, Peter Tork (The Monkees) Henry Rollins, Ed Gagliardi (Foreigner Bassist) and Robert Harrell (3 Doors Down Bassist) This week featured Loudini artists Simo, The Fumes, and King Mug. All this and Pittsburgh Kevin!

Paul Nelson has toured with countless worldwide acts and performed live and or on recordings along side a list of today's top artists such as Johnny Winter, Eric Clapton, Billy Gibbons, Ben Harper, Leslie West, Robben Ford, Joe Perry, Mark Knofler, Brian Setzer, Dr. John, Slash, Vince Gill, Warren Haynes, Sonny Landreth, Los Lobos, Kim Wilson, Elvin Bishop, Kenny Wayne Sheperd, Reb Beach, Steve Morse, John Popper, Debbie Davies, Joe Louis Walker, Derek Trucks, Susan Tedeschi, John Medeski, Joe Walsh, Larry Carlton, Steve Vai, Earl Slick, Hubert Sumlin, Rick Derringer, Harvey Brooks, Bill Evans, James Cotton, Magic Slim, Coco Montoya, Reese Wynans, Edgar Winter, Ray Davis, George Lynch, James Cotton, Anthony Jackson, Dickey Betts, Junior Brown, Pat Travers, Jimmy Vivino and La Bamba of Late Night with Conan O'Brien and Paul Schaefer's CBS Orchestra to name a few.

Lou a.k.a. Loudini and Kevin talk about the iconic southern California, southern rock, pop icons the Eagles and try to understand why even The Dude himself from The Big Lebowski hates the f*cking Eagles. Plus remembering Glenn Fry and birthday shout outs to Bob Marley, Axle Rose, Natalie Cole, and Rick Astley. Music from Loudini artists Lost Souls on Broadway, Transmission Party, and Supersonic Blues Machine. All this AND Pittsburgh Kevin!

I love being an artist because it allows me to re imagine everything - including the way music gets into the hands of my fans. Since 2010, I've been financially responsible for all of my projects, from recording to video production. I have learned so much and worked with some incredible people. But Im now at point in the professional path where it takes more than my single income earnings to support my creation. Being limited in cash has NEVER prevented me from creating, but it has prevented me from sharing that creation with you - and that doesn't fully serve anyone in the long run, because I don't just do this for me. Your generous assistance means I can move up a level in my professional career by securing better resources and thus, give you more music.

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Make the most out of tips at your show! This week Lou aka Loudini and Kevin show you this no brainer, easy tactic for making the most out of your tip jar. You DO have a tip jar? Dont cha Featured Loudini artists include Jared James Nichols, Sheepdogs and The Stone Foxes. Birthday shout outs to Steve Marriot (Humble Pie), Phil Collins (Genesis), and Marty Balin (Jefferson Airplane)

Music is at its best when it's born out of passion, meaning, and purpose. Unfortunately, for today's listeners, many artists simply fall back on exhausted formulas, as they quickly sacrifice passion for sales. However, rather than falling back with its peers, Circle of One aims to step up. "Too many musicians are just making noise. Nobody's saying anything of value," says frontman Mark Cunzolo. "You're attracted to someone. Great. You like to party. Great. But what's the point in telling people about that? Let's use music to unpack some deeper issues." Circle of One tackles this challenge by lacing its hard-rock, metal, hip-hop, and electronically infused music with tales of internal fear, substance abuse struggles, self-control issues, and more. Most importantly, Circle of One passionately displays the power and the hope needed to find freedom from these issues. Their music has a message. Their music has a purpose. It's time to spread it like wildfire.

Lou and Kev talk about David Bowie and he was so important. In addition to being an iconic singer, songwriter and performer he also introduced the world to several guitarists who became icons in their own right. We also have feature songs by Loudini Artists The Family Business, Gene the Werewolf, and Monster Truck. Birthday shout outs to Pat Simmons (Doobie Bros Guitarist), Robin Zander (Cheap Trick Singer), and Danny Frederici (E Street Band Keyboardist)

https://www.facebook.com/ShannonandtheMerger/ There are several avenues by which one can obtain said CD. Of course, the preferred way of procuring your very own copy of Long Way Down will always be to come and visit us live, at any Shannon and the Merger event. You can also stop in at any of these fine establishments where our friends have agreed to supply the hook up. Dont forget to say Hi for us!

This week Loudini and Kevin reveal some little talked about ways of finding your ideal fans. Plus music from Loudini artists The Von, Circle of One, Lance Lopez and a sneak peak at the new ep from the artist Koralee. All this and a visit from fan boi Pittsburgh Kevin! Birthday Shout out to Sade

John P. Kellogg, Esq., is Assistant Chair of Music Business/Management at Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA and an entertainment lawyer. An author and talent judge for the Emmy Award winning Community Auditions, he is also a radio and television music business commentator. John has represented recording artists Levert, The O'Jays, Eddie Levert, Sr., LSG, Stat Quo of Shady/Aftermath Records, G-Dep of Bad Boy Records and served as a member of the management team for late R&B recording star Gerald Levert, whom he represented throughout his career. Kellogg, board member and past president of Music and Entertainment Industry Educators Association (MEIEA) he is a former board member of Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association (BESLA) and a 2005 inductee into the BESLA Hall of Fame. He has been profiled in Billboard, Ebony, Black Issues, and In the Black magazines and was named to the 2009 Ebony Power 150 list of African-American Organization Leaders. He is licensed in the states of New York and Ohio.

On this edition of the Loudini Rock and Roll Circus Lou aka Loudini and Kevin talk about the importance of a producer and what a difference it can make to an artist. Also Mr. Smoove stops by the studio. Plus Music from Loudini Artists Mary Jennings, Shannon and the Merger, and Paul Nelson. Birthday shout outs to Paolo Nutini, Jimmy Page & Dave Matthews

It takes a lot of life experience to craft engaging, universal song lyrics and singer, songwriter and musician Mary Jennings has had more than a lion share. Hows this for a start: career stops as a teacher, aerobics instructor, clothing retailer, bartender, luggage saleswoman and paranormal researcher. Add to that the early loss of her mom , and there are plenty stories to share. Jennings states that music has kept her sane. Not surprisingly, her songs often possess a modicum of sadness and darkness, about which she says, I share these emotions with others because I know so many have felt the same things. If I can create melodies and deliver words that express their feelings, Ive done my job

I am a musical artist. I write, sing, play piano, have started to learn to play the flute and I dance. The bulk of this Website is dedicated to my Christian/Inspirational works but there are also links to my secular works as well. I am an enigma as I cannot really classify myself in any one genre of music. I have performed jazz, R and B, pop, light rock, blues and a bit of country. I have even done theater and show tune work. I have performed with a variety of talented musicians in duos, trios, rock bands, jazz bands and even swing orchestra. I think my favorite thing, though, is getting to perform things I write. They all come from the heart and they help to paint a picture of my life. They reflect my hopes, thoughts and belief system. And they are all inspired by God. I hope you will enjoy the music, videos, photos and my blog that will be updated regularly to let everyone know what's happening. Please feel free to drop me a note, leave a comment or just say hi. I dedicate this site and my music to my Mom and Dad who I miss everyday. Yet, I know they are sitting next to our Lord and watching over me, smiling down at their very headstrong but tenacious daughter !! I love you both. Many blessings. Bonnie .