Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris

Popular indie artist and podcaster Andy Frasco speaks with MMP host Darrell Craig Harris about his new album, touring, and much more!

Successful indie artist and podcaster Andy Frasco speaks with MMP host Darrell Craig Harris from his hotel room in Tennessee about his current tour, new album release, his World Saving Podcast show, and so much more! 
Andy Frasco & The U.N. have long been the high-flying DIY renegades of the touring scene known and loved for their kaleidoscopic musical fusion, one-of-a-kind onstage audacity, and contagious party-animal energy. The band’s recent full-length LP ‘L’Optimist’ celebrates their longevity, while giving way to a wiser, but no less enthusiastic, artist and band leader who isn’t afraid to lean into the introspective and explore more difficult terrain, lyrically and emotionally. “We’re not going to be able to change the world, but we can at least help the process along by being optimistic that the future will turn itself around. And if everyone changes their mind state about the future, then maybe we can change the world! 
https://www.AndyFrasco.com 
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Music Matters Podcast is hosted by globally published music journalist, Pro musician, and Getty Images photographer Darrell Craig Harris! Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris is now on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean and more! Darrell interviews globally known artists, musicians, music journalists, music business insiders, and more on a weekly basis! Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3au9TSi Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7bJF7f5...IHeart Radio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-music-matters-with-darrell-75294146/
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Monique Powell lead vocalist from the band "Save Ferris" joins Music Matters host Darrell Craig Harris from her home in Garden Grove, California!

Music Matters host Darrell Craig Harris speaks with Monique Powell long-time lead vocalist for the popular ska/rock band “Save Ferris” from her home in Garden Grove, California! #saveferris #skaband #podcast
WHERE IT ALL BEGAN Save Ferris is a ska-punk band formed in Orange County, California circa 1995. Their name is a reference to the 1986 film Ferris Bueller's Day Off. Lead by the inimitable front-woman Monique Powell, the band enjoyed mainstream success in the late 1990s with radio hits, constant touring and appearances on a variety of television shows and movies. The band released their debut EP "Introducing Save Ferris" on Powell's own Starpool Records, in 1996. They ended up selling close to 20,000 copies of their EP out of the trunks of their cars, thanks to loyal fans and huge support from Orange County independent record shops. That same year, Powell provided vocals on the Reel Big Fish song "She Has A Girlfriend Now" on their album "Turn the Radio Off" (Mojo). https://www.SaveFerris.com Social Media   / saveferrisofficialband  
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Nikki Camilleri is a top music artist manager and social impact strategist based in London who was recently recognized on the FORBES "30 Under 30" most influential young business leaders!

Nikki Camilleri is a music industry executive, mentor, speaker, arts and social rights advocate and founder of Mana (from the maltese word ‘magħna’ meaning ‘with us’ or ‘as a collective’). Noting so many artists to be underserved in an increasingly difficult and changing industry, she started Mana to create direct impact leveraging over 10 years experience across leading music companies (Warner Music, Believe Group, Glastonbury Festival etc.) working with and signing artists who have amassed millions of streams and played countless sold out live shows such as Ayelle, Alfa Mist and David Guetta. 
Mana’s mission is to advance sustainable careers in the music industry - enabling artists to maximise their projects, driving social impact through creative work, advocating for working conditions in which music professionals thrive and as a result breaking down the barriers of who gets to be creative. In 2024, Nikki made the Forbes 30 under 30 list for this work. website www.NikkiCamilleri.com
Social media: https://www.Instagram.com/nikkicamilleri
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MMP chats with viral online 11 year old guitarist Aanika Pai from the NAMM Show in Anaheim California

Aanika Pai has become an extremely viral (popular) online guitarist on several social media platforms! Her soulful and amazing guitar-playing is extremely impressive considering that she is only 11 years old. She is in Anaheim California for her first experience playing at and attending the international music convention the NAMM show! #nammshow #namm2025 #guitar
Social media:
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https://www.youtube.com/@annikapai
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085056336357
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Grammy nominated multi platinum "House Music' legend Ralphi Rosario speaks to us about his amazing career including working with Madonna, Cher, Beyoncé, Celine, and numerous other mega stars!

Ralphi Rosario has been an electronic/dance/house music veteran & Icon since the early 80's. His DJ history has earned him legendary status. His involvement in the world renowned 'Hot Mix Five', introduced the world of his legendary status. Rosario is one of the founding fathers & pioneers, introducing house music to the world. His international Hit 'You used to hold me' paved the way for his authentic musical production talents. He later continued to produce his own hits like 'Brinca' & the international hit 'Take Me Up' with long time friend Donna Blakely. His production & remix status has not only earned him a Grammy Nomination for Rihanna's "Only Girl in the world" in 2011, But his remix work & involvement in the dance music/electronic industry comes with great history & impact. His roster of remix work & super talents include; Katy Perry, U2, Rihanna, Beyoncé, Madonna, The Pussycat Dolls, Goldfrapp, Depeche Mode, Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin, Cher, & The Pet Shop Boys;
Donna Summer; Mariah Carey & Taio Cruz; just to name a few. He continues to inject high quality dance music, still playing for the masses all over the world. These include the US; Ibiza; London; Brazil & Canada just to name a few. Last full Length LP produced; "Two sides to the story” on Carillo Music.
Website https://www.RalphiRosario.com
Social Media: https://www.Instagram.com/Ralphi_Rosario 
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0c5584rnmlOvkMpJtpBLTh?si=GjlhTag3RVKqTqVakty4CQ
Music Matters podcast is hosted by pro musician, producer, and Sports Illustrated photographer Darrell Craig Harris who is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The series has reached over 400,000 streams in 40 countries.
MMP receives gear support from Shure Microphones,.Focusrite, and others. Intro and outro voice overs provided by Nigel John Farmer from www.VoiceWrapStudio.com in France.
Our thanks to Rodney Hall FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama for our intro and outro backing music clip. 
 
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MOE. is a globally popular touring "Jam Band" who has has had a 35 year run with an upcoming anniversary tour and new album "Circle Of Giants" we speak with cofounder Rob Derhak .

Hailed by American Songwriter for their "mind-bending musicality," moe. is treasured for their mesmerizing musical synergy, unfettered showmanship, and smart, resonant songcraft. For three decades, the band has corralled myriad musical forms on a truly original journey rich with crafty, clever songwriting and astonishing resourcefulness. Fueled by an impassioned fan base, moe. has spent much of those thirty years on the road, encompassing countless live performances marked by eclectic wit, deep friendship, and exploratory invention. Having built an enduring legacy with hard work and a confirmed commitment to creativity and community, moe. seem as surprised as anyone to find themselves at such a significant landmark. 
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/2ZfHMUPrxoZNDTBPHmmdhj?si=UUPsZqMuQsuuSW0W0e8pdg
https://www.moe.org 
https://www.Instagram.com/moetheband 
 Music Matters podcast is hosted by pro musician, producer, and Sports Illustrated photographer Darrell Craig Harris who is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The series has reached over 400,000 streams in 40 countries.
MMP receives gear support from Shure Microphones,.Focusrite, and others. Intro and outro voice overs provided by Nigel John Farmer from www.VoiceWrapStudio.com in France.
Our thanks to Rodney Hall FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama for our intro and outro backing music clip. 
 
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Rock Guitarist Steve Stevens is globally known as the long-time guitarist for Billy Idol, but there is so much more to his amazing story!

Guitarist Steve Stevens is one of the most original guitarists to emerge from the ’80s rock scene, best known for his 30 year partnership with Billy Idol, his work on Michael Jackson’s “Dirty Diana”, his Grammy Award winning performance on “Top Gun Anthem” and his work with Vince Neil on “Exposed”. Stevens catalog of hit songs that he co-wrote & performed alongside Idol include “Rebel Yell”, “Eyes Without A Face” and “Flesh for Fantasy”.
They sound as fresh and relevant today as the day they were released, as evidenced by being recently covered by artists as varied as Miley Cyrus, Green Day, Queens of the Stone Age, Him, Black Veil Brides, Children of Bodom, Dope, Daughtry, Sum 41, Blink 182, Drowning Pool, Murderdolls, Deathstars and The Donnas.
In addition to currently working on a new record together, Idol & Stevens continue to tour to sold out crowds all over the world. Stevens has also lent his unmistakable sound and style to many hit records, including Pink “Try This”, Diana Ross “Eaten Alive”, Joni Mitchell “Chalk mark in a Rainstorm”, Robert Palmer “Don’t Explain”, The Thompson Twins “Here’s to Future Days”, Ric Ocasek “This Side of Paradise”, Peter Criss “Let Me Rock You”, Juno Reactor “Shango”, “Hokata”, and “Pistolero”, Kyosuke Himuro “Beat Haze Odyssey”, Steve Lukather “Lukather” and on his solo outings with Steve Stevens Atomic Playboys “Atomic Playboys”, Jerusalem Slim “Jerusalem Slim”, Bozzio Levin Stevens “Black Light Syndrome” and “Situation Dangerous” and the critically acclaimed solo releases “Flamenco A Go Go” & “Memory Crash”. 
https://www.SteveStevensguitar.com
https://www.BillyIdol.net 
https://www.Instagram.com/stevestevens
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/4ZMaiDLfxDaoG7ULXgcnDb?si=1heevWlORWK9s6Z7f5trBw
Music Matters podcast is hosted by pro musician, producer, and Sports Illustrated photographer Darrell Craig Harris who is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The series has reached over 400,000 streams in 40 countries.
MMP receives gear support from Shure Microphones,.Focusrite, and others. Intro and outro voice overs provided by Nigel John Farmer from www.VoiceWrapStudio.com in France.
Our thanks to Rodney Hall FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama for our intro and outro backing music clip. 
 
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Eva-Lott Björklund is a contemporary artist/songwriter/producer from Kronoby Finland! Her new album "Built On Love" is a stunning tribute featuring a who's who of Finnish singers and musicians!

Finnish/Swedish artist Eva-Lott L.J Björklund is a very well known artist based in the small village of Kronoby Finland (Swedish speaking area). She is a choir director, music teachers, and music therapist as well as a busy gigging/recording artist who has made a large impact in her small country way up north in Scandinavia!
Her new album "Built On Love" is a heart felt tribute recording featuring many well known artists, musicians, singers, from Finland. I was honored to play bass with Finnish artist Charlotta Kerbs on the song "Bittersweet Pain" 
The album is now available on all streaming platforms!
Spotify link
https://open.spotify.com/album/0BKQvBH5piIuRKWZczokuJ?si=8OG3m9h1RA6oWN82rzjvtQ
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/evalottbjorklund
Facebook
https://www.Facebook.com/evalott.bjorklund
contact: lottasmusic@gmail.com 
Music Matters podcast is hosted by pro musician, producer, and Sports Illustrated photographer Darrell Craig Harris who is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The series has reached over 400,000 streams in 40 countries.
MMP receives gear support from Shure Microphones,.Focusrite, and others. Intro and outro voice overs provided by Nigel John Farmer from www.VoiceWrapStudio.com in France.
Our thanks to Rodney Hall FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama for our intro and outro backing music clip. 
 
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