The City's Backyard

John “Papa” Gros (pronounced Grow) is a New Orleans pianist, organist and singer-songwriter whose career reflects the city itself—resilient, rhythmic, steeped in tradition, and always evolving. For more than thirty years, Gros has served as both a keeper and a translator of New Orleans music, blending funk, R&B, jazz, blues, rock, and Americana into a sound that is deeply rooted yet forward-looking.

Born in New...

Vanessa Collier is a multi-award-winning songwriter, master musician, and multi-instrumentalist, known for seamlessly weaving together funk, soul, rock, and blues styles through soulful vocals, searing saxophone solos, and witty songwriting skills. With her career still in its infancy, Vanessa has already turned many heads, garnering tremendous accolades for her trademark high energy, powerful, fiery, and passionate live shows.

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This episode is all about BEER in the backyard! Ok that sounds good but more specifically it's really about the craft beer movement. If there is one guy who knows about beer it's Gregg Glaser from Modern Distillery Age.

 Gregg has covered the "beer beat" since 1994 and spirits and saké since 2001. He’s currently the Publisher/Editor of Modern Distillery Age, which he established in 2009. For many year he was Editor in Chi...

Danny Mariano is a local favorite in Fairfield County playing in his band that everyone loves called Bad Boy! He's a lead singer of his new band called Love+War (love and war) where the band just won this year's "Jam at the Dam Battle of the Bands" earning them an opening spot for Trixster, Vixen, and Jefferson Starship where they were very well received! 
LOVE+WAR is the opener for the legendary Lita Ford at the Norwalk Oy...

Brian Dolzani is a contemporary singer/songwriter that possesses an old soul. A listen to his music makes that point abundantly clear.  So too, the fact that he lists any number of ‘60s and ‘70s songwriters as prime influences — Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Cat Stevens, Crosby, Stills and Nash, to Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, and Credence Clearwater Revival, among them — suggests that his roots reside in a gr...

Teskey, a Rocking Blues band, was formed in 2024. Their music includes and often fuses elements of Blues, Alt Rock, Pink-Floyd-esque Psychedelia, and Jazz. Teskey quickly began playing national shows, has opened up for famous Blues and Rock artists, and has played world renowned venues. The band includes Brandon Teskey on guitar and vocals, Matt Baldwin on Bass, and Brandon Gaddy on drums. In 2024 they released two singles, ‘...

This week's guest is NEW YACHT CITY, a band that plays Yacht Rock! On this episode we chat with Manish Nag the lead singer and keyboardist! If you love Steely Dan, Toto, Christopher Cross, The Doobies, Ambrosia and more you will love this band! Check them out for a fun time that you and your friends will always remember!  For more info on shows, ticket info, merch and  the band check out their website!  

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 For over a decade, Kurt Allen has been fusing gritty old school blues, vintage soul, swampy Bayou funk, and more into a relentless blues-rock machine. His songwriting reflects craftsmanship honed by years of commitment, and his albums take the listener on an unforgettable ride to almost every corner of the blues universe. Kurt's latest release, Live From The Red Shed, is classic modern blues-rock.

   A true road warr...

On this episode we talk with Dr. Bob Beatty author of "Play All Night! Duane Allman and the Journey to Fillmore East" and curator of "Long Live The ABB" along with JD Seem guitarist of Faster Things -Allman Brothers Tribute  about the album anniversary release of At Fillmore East, the first live album by American rock band the Allman Brothers Band, and their third release overall. Produced by Tom Dowd, the album was released o...

Tri state area Comics Linda Marcus Smith  along with resident Joe Pontillo  have fun chatting it up on this episode talking about their love for comedy, the arts, and what to expect from their upcoming shows in the  area and their show together coming up soon in WESTPORT, CT!  

-Comedy Night at VFW Post 399 on Friday July 17th .  Doors open at 7pm. Show at 8pm.  Plenty of free parking.

- Featuring 5 grea...

CROSSFIRE HURRICANE, New York's top Rolling Stones tribute band, captures the essence of the iconic rock group with their thrilling performances. They bring the timeless anthems of the Stones to life, embodying their energy and spirit on stage.

 From the raw energy of "You Got Me Rockin" to the soulful melodies of "Angie" every song is faithfully recreated, promising and iunforgettable experience for fans old and new. 

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With a degree in Speech Arts from The American University in Washington, DC, Jimmy Fink got his first job in New York radio at WABC-FM… a summer job that eventually turned into a 13-year stint at WPLJ, the ABC owned NY flagship station in the 70s & 80s.  Over the years he has  worked for ABC, CBS, and NBC, NPR, Rolling Stone Magazine, HBO, Cinemax, and syndicators like United Stations Radio Network, DIR Broadca...

On this episode we chat with Marc Alan, a lover of the arts and Director of Marketing at Factory Underground Studios in Norwalk about Make Music Day! 

From Marc:

Hello friends, I just wanted to share some news, in case you haven't heard. I am producing the first ever Horace Silver Jazz Fest in Norwalk, and the first one is set for Sunday, June 21, 2026 (coinciding with Make Music Day) It's nam...

Upcoming Events
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JUNE 2026***************************************************
WESTPORT VFW: Saturday, June 13465 Riverside Ave, Westport, CT(203) 227-6796 Doors open at 7:00pm***************************************************
GREEN KNOLL: Sunday, June 14. ON THE PATIO!
645 US-202, Bridgewater NJ
908-526-7090
3:00 Showtime.***************************************************

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Born on June 3, 1982 in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Davey Jones brings the rich musical heritage of the Deep South to every stage he steps on. A true multi-instrumentalist, Jones is best known for his searing guitar playing but also masters drums, piano, bass, organ, and more — often performing and recording nearly every instrument on his releases himself. Drawing from Southern Rock, traditional Blues, Gospel, and Country, he h...

We check in with Scott Smith from The North County Band! The North County Band delivers a distinctive blend of New England Country and Americana, pairing thoughtful songwriting with seasoned musicianship. Formed by a Chicago-born songwriter and a Texas fiddle standout, the group brings together some of Connecticut’s most versatile players to create a sound rooted in storytelling, harmony, and high-energy live performance.

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This episode is about the debut of the Paul McCartney & WINGS exhibit at The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio! Liz Hines, widow of DENNY LAINE from  WINGS talks about the opening debut since she was responsible for lending her late husband Denny Laine's guitar and Wings memorabilia! Wings former members Laurence Juber and Steve Holley were there to celebrate the opening along with Liz and others! We hear all...