The Junk and Jam Hour
The Junk and Jam Hour – produced, written and hosted by Christopher Albert – is a Talk-Radio program that provides its listeners with lively commentary, humorous satirical segments, extraordinary music and electric live performances, and foremost, features engaging interviews with new and seasoned comedians, musicians, writers and artists of all kinds. The Junk and Jam Hour exists to highlight and share the impressive projects and imaginative contributions of talented underground and groundbreaking artists. Tune in at www.radiofreebrooklyn.com More info at www.junkandjam.com
Episodes
June 18, 2022 • 58 mins
Award-Winning, Finnish Blues Singer and Songwriter Ina Forsman calls in to The Junk and Jam Hour - all the way from Berlin, Germany - to discuss the joys and challenges of the work she had to put in to ensure that her latest, and third solo album, entitled 'All There Is' , was not just an exceptional collection of soul and blues music, but one that showcased her growth and evolution as an artist.
Hailed as a contemplative songwrit...
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February 23, 2022 • 59 mins
Award-Winning Writer and Author, Survivor and Advocate Jenna Ashlyn drops in to the The Junk and Jam Hour via Zoom, to talk all bout her life's work as a writer, which started at the age of 8, and how that skill has helped her cope and find joy after becoming a young widow, and surviving sexual violence and domestic abuse. She also shares how she uses her platform to encourage other survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, a...
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February 10, 2022 • 59 mins
Life Brand Strategist, Author, Speaker and the Founder and Queen of the Boss Brand Building Association, Blossom T. Porter calls in via Zoom to the Junk and Jam Hour from Atlanta, GA, to talk all about her mission and dedication to helping other entrepreneurs bolster their business ventures with optimal growth, increased visibility, productivity and revenue.
We discuss some of the challenges her clientele struggle with, and the uni...
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September 25, 2021 • 59 mins
Frontman, Vocalist and Guitarist Pete Argyropoulos (AR-GER-ROP-OH-LUS) of LA-Based Alternative Rock-Band Sons of Silver called in to the Junk and Jam Hour via Zoom to discuss all about the bands expansive journey in music -- which as seasoned pros (including Rock and Roll Hall-of-Famer and former Drummer of Pearl Jam, Dave Krusen -- have toured in major markets of Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston and New York, as well as London, France...
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September 10, 2021 • 59 mins
Nashville-based LGTBQIA+ Artist, Singer, Songwriter, Producer, Creative Director, Entrepreneur, Spiritual Influencer and Emotion Coach, Mallory Pacific calls in to the Junk and Jam Hour to talk all about her expansive music career, which spans over 20 years - from discovering her musicianship at aged 12 to becoming a country songwriter in Nashville, TN - as well as having a successful 15 year venture in the beauty industry.
We disc...
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August 30, 2021 • 59 mins
NYC-based Writer, Music Producer, Electronic Artist, Activist and Host, Nick Newhouse calls in to the Junk and Jam Hour to talk all about his journey in music, which officially began when he found himself producing melodies for industrial projects, and highly sought after to write music for commercials, online content, film, radio, and television.
As co-founder of the Dance Electronic Group, Hightide Lofi – along with electronic mu...
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August 24, 2021 • 58 mins
Singer, Actor, Songwriter, Storyteller and Expressionist Khalifa White visits The Junk and Jam Hour as a live, in-studio guest, to talk all about her upbringing in the church where she first honed her flair for singing and dancing - and her incredible journey in musical theater where she lent her talents in many notable roles, including a tour with the School of Rock, and productions of Hairspray, Ain't Misbehavin', Smokey Joes Caf...
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August 21, 2021 • 58 mins
London-based Jazz Musician, Singer, Composer, Producer and Multi-Instrumentalist Emma-Jean Thackray joins The Junk and Jam Hour live, on-air all the way from London, to talk all about her journey in music; being blessed with the support of her parents who helped her forge an early music career; and honing her craft by playing in jazz ensembles and bands – all at the age of 16 – immersing herself in gigs and rehearsals every single ...
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July 29, 2021 • 56 mins
Hip-Hop Artist, Lyricist, Producer and Activist Luna Clipse calls in to The Junk and Jam Hour - all the way from Bulgaria - to talk about his triumphant journey in music, which began when he was mentored by his grandfather, who happened to be an extraordinary big band jazz musician, yet was so much of a stern tutor, that it led Luna to discover his own unique way of how to compose music for himself.
Challenged by his own mental ill...
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July 27, 2021 • 57 mins
Singer, Songwriter, Producer, Musician and Multi-instrumentalist Jess Yaffa visits The Junk and Jam Hour - in person with Christopher in the studio, no less - to talk about her incredible journey in music, which began at the age of four when she started to sing and discover her beautiful voice, before adding the piano, guitar and ukelele to her artistry and musicianship as a teenager.
Now as a stellar songwriter who has worked with...
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July 18, 2021 • 57 mins
Genre-Bending, Recording Pop Artist, Singer, Songwriter, and Producer Matty Marz joins Christopher live in the studio, for a very special broadcast of The Junk and Jam Hour, as they are the very first in-person interview in over a year.
With music that spans the spectrum of genres – from punk to rock, disco and bubblegum pop, to funk and electronica – Matty brilliantly showcases their inherent gift for the art of music making, a r...
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June 30, 2021 • 56 mins
Vocalist and Guitarist Trevor Sullivan, as well as Vocalist and Keyboardist Jon Garniss of 5-Piece Punk-Rock Theater-Emo Band Bullpup, Zoom in to The Junk and Jam Hour - along with their inanimate friend Stanley - to chat about their early journeys in music, leading up to their incredible collaboration in producing music that speaks to their authenticity, vivacity, queerness and their courage to call out societal bullsh*t.
On topic...
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June 23, 2021 • 57 mins
The Musicians, Singers, Songwriters and Producers of the Nu Disco Collective and Band Bad Business Club call in to The Junk and Jam Hour to talk all about each of their respective trajectories in music; their shared love for the exciting sounds of funk, jazz, disco - and the Yacht Rock genre - that influenced and inspired their own smooth music; the importance of amplifying one another's strengths; and the gratification they receiv...
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June 15, 2021 • 57 mins
The Musicians, Singer-Songwriters and Producers of Rock Band Whole Damn Mess call in to The Junk and Jam Hour to talk all about their amazingly successful music careers - in and out of the band - the journey that got them there, their inspirations and challenges, their shared love affair and affinity for the guitar, as well as listen to and discuss their hopeful new music.
On topic, the gents of a Whole Damn Mess talk about the imp...
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June 13, 2021 • 56 mins
Award-Winning Trans/Non-Binary Filmmaker, Actor, Writer, Producer and LGBTQ+ Activist Bowie Starr joins Christopher Albert on The Junk and Jam Hour to talk about their fascinatingly successful career in filmmaking so far - specifically aimed at telling the important stories within the LGBTQIA+ communities, that are often underrepresented, if not fiercely censored.
On topic: Bowie shares their unique upbringing in Dayton Ohio, and h...
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June 5, 2021 • 57 mins
Folk-Rock Singer, Songwriter, Composer, Poet, Wordsmith and Entrepreneur Jason Matu calls in to The Junk and Jam Hour via Zoom to share his journey in music, which is the culmination of his love of the craft of creative writing, ultimately leading him to discover his own musicianship during his law school edification - specifically acquired to serve his future goal of starting his very own record company!
As the CEO and Founder of ...
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May 25, 2021 • 56 mins
Singer-Songwriter, Producer and Multi-Instrumentalist Dez Money calls in to The Junk and Jam Hour all the way from Malibu, to talk about his unique upbringing being surrounded by music - particularly as one of five children to the late and great, legend and rock icon, Eddie Money.
Ever-inspired by his father, Dez talks about how he started his own musicianship as a drummer, before finding his love and dedication to playing the bass...
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May 22, 2021 • 58 mins
Indie-Pop Singer, Songwriter, Musician and Recording Artist Emmrose calls in to the Junk and Jam Hour to share her journey in music and songwriting, which began at the age of eight - when she sat down at the upright piano at her Sunday school, and was inspired to compose her very first instrumental song.
Also on Topic: as someone raised in the digital era of streaming, Emmrose reveals that despite never having used or played casse...
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May 21, 2021 • 57 mins
The women of Alt Rock Band and Trio Crowd the Airwaves call in to the Junk and Jam Hour to discuss their incredibly fascinating journey and education in music, what it took to get them to where they are now and making the quality music they always set out to, and share their latest music - including the title track to their new album of the same name, entitled Nihilist.
Also on topic: we talk about the fulfillment of writing, produ...
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May 6, 2021 • 59 mins
Makeup Artist, Groomer, Beauty Ambassador, Empowerment Speaker and Entrepreneur Dre Brown calls in to The Junk and Jam Hour to talk all about her fabulous journey in beauty, beginning with her Southern upbringing, to her early career as a Makeup Artist and Beauty Advisor, and her important work as a nationwide ambassador, curriculum consultant, and educator for the DoveⓇ Self-Esteem Project.
On topic is Dre's creative and professio...
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