Guitarist/Vocalist Billy Thompson is featured in this show. His albums have included members of Little Feat, Bonnie Raitt & Crosby Stills & Nash. Some say his style is like Jimi Hendrix meets Little Feat. Billy has played with the great Blues artists including Little Milton, Albert King, Art Neville & Keb Mo. He has released 7 albums and was joined by the likes of Billy Payne (Little Feat/Doobie Brothers), Kenny Gradney (Little Feat), Mike Finnigan (Bonnie Raitt/Crosby Stills & Nash) on several including his latest - "Friends." Classic Artists Today's Ray White, in this January 2017 interview, talks with Billy about some of the awesome musicians he's played with throughout his career and also about his latest album and future project. Little Feat is featured in our "Spotlight" segment and there's much more, too!
Since 1980, The Smithereens have entertained us with their rhythmic pop and rock tunes that are heavily influenced by the legendary bands of the 1960's including The Beatles, Who and The Kinks. Throughout their career, The Smithereens have landed on the Top 10 Mainstream Rock chart 3 times with - "Only A Memory," A Girl Like You" and "Blues Before And After." In our August, 2015 interview with Vocalist/Guitarist Pat DiNizio, Classic Artists Today's Ray White talks with Pat about his extended Vegas gig, touring with Tom Petty and updates on the bands latest music and happenings. Our "Spotlight" segment features Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's Glen Hughes (Deep Purple/Black Sabbath/Black Country Communion). Learn more about our shows at www.classicartiststoday.com