Formed in 1967, Jethro Tull's music has touched on a wide music spectrum - blues rock, folk rock, and progressive rock, just to name a few. The band has sold over 60 million records, and were awarded 11 Gold and 5 Platinum records. Throughout the years, Ian Anderson has been the heart and soul of the group. On this episode award-winning program director Ray White talks with Ian, during February of 2017, about Jethro Tull's latest release "The String Quartets," which features Ian with the Carducci Quartet - recorded in unique settings throughout England. In our "Spotlight" segment we feature Steve Hackett, a Rock and Rock Hall of Famer with the band Genesis, who has released over 2 dozen albums throughout his solo career. For additional information about our program, visit www.classicartiststoday.com
Originally formed in 1975, the Little River Band has sold over 30 million records throughout the years. The band has garnered ten Top 20 hits on Billboard's Hot 100 chart. On this episode, award-winning program director Ray White of Classic Artists Today, interviews band leader Wayne Nelson in September of 2016 on their tour bus as the band prepared for another show. This session centers around Little River Band's latest album, "Cuts Like A Diamond," and Wayne also provides insights regarding song selection for each show. In our "Spotlight" segment, we'll feature 4-time Grammy winner Pat Benatar, who's released her first rock/pop recording in over 10 years. Additional information about our program can be found at www.classicartiststoday.com