Tunesmate's Podcast

In this episode of Tunemate’s podcast, join Ray and Marc as they countdown their top five Tina Turner songs.  Celebrate the music of the queen of rock and twice elected Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee. Listen to see if your favorite song made the list.

Since the beginning of human civilization, the art of street performers has captivated us. In the latest episode of Tunesmate, discover musician Greg who describes the art of busking. Find out where to start, what it takes, and how to be a successful street musician as Greg breaks it down. Discover more about his music and support this inspiring artist at their website https://gregplusguitar.com/.

In this episode of Tunemate's podcast, join Ray and Marc as they countdown their top five Kenny Loggins songs.  Celebrate the music of this 1980s movie soundtrack artist on their 75th birthday. Listen to see if your favorite song made the list.

Join Ray and Marc as they count down the top tunes from 2022.  What made your top five song list from the year? Harry Styles, The Killers, Kate Bush, OneRepublic, and Arcade Fire all made an impact. Reflect back on the year in music and what will be remembered with Tunesmate.

In this episode, join Ray and Marc as they celebrate the 40th anniversary of Michael Jackson's album Thriller. Listen as they break down each song on this international best-seller which propelled The King of Pop to the top. The album includes "Beat It", "Billie Jean", "The Girl Is Mine", "P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)", Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'", and the title track "Thriller".

Discover Minneapolis folk-rock singer and songwriter Luke LeBlanc and how he created his latest album Fugue State. Listen to how he tried new sounds and collaborated with musicians to produce a unique sound. During the interview, he tells the story behind the tracks "Slide On Over", "Walking Days", and "When I Walk With You". 

Join Ray and Marc as they reminisce about the significance of author and music historian, Joel Whitburn. In this episode, learn how Joel's company, Record Research, established the way we track and follow the popularity of music. Without his books like Top Pop Singles, Tunesmate may have never existed, so we honor and thank his contributions.

Join Tunesmate as they interview Shea Boynton from The Barlow. Listen to how Shea and his band created their latest album New Year, Old Me. Discover a rugged, four-piece band brewing its own mountain-high version of Colorado country. In this episode, find out what it is like to be out on the road and how the music keeps them inspired. 

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Join Ray and Marc as they interview jazz/blues/gospel guitarist/composer Stew Cutler. Listen to how Stew created his fifth album Blues From Another Angle. Discover how working with blues legend Z.Z. Hil inspired his playing and why this New York City-raised musician wrote a unique blues-inspired collection of songs.

In this episode of Tunemate’s podcast, join Ray and Marc as they countdown their top five fool songs.  Whatever decade you embrace, you will be sure to find a song to add to your playlist. Listen to see if your favorite song made the list.

In this episode of Tunemate's podcast, join Ray and Marc as they countdown their top five Jon Bon Jovi songs.  Celebrate the music of this Rock and Roll Hall of Fame artist on their 60th birthday. Listen to see if your favorite song made the list.

Join Ray and Marc as they interview Appalachian musician Chris Haddox. Listen to how Chris created his debut album and followed his dreams of finding a recording career. Discover how this West Virginia-born (Logan) and based (Morgantown) musician writes and sings his unique Blue Grass & Folk-inspired collection of songs.