Guitarist and composer Patrick Yandall reflects on a life built around music, the artists who shaped him, the injury that nearly took the guitar away, and why connection still matters more than category. There is a revealing moment early in Paula Atherton’s conversation with Patrick Yandall when the discussion turns to people who insist they…
The world turns. The days go. And in those days, art is made. Music is made. Legends are born. Legends rise. And eventually, they go. It is a natural progression in music, as natural as time moving itself. Every generation has its voices, its musicians and its moments. But rarely does greatness simply arrive. More…
Guitarist, producer, arranger and musical director Terry Wollman has spent decades working alongside some of music’s most recognizable artists. In his conversation with Paula Atherton on The Paula Atherton Show, Wollman tells that story personally—not simply through accomplishments, but through the experiences, relationships and lessons that have shaped the way he approaches music and life….
There is the song we hear, and then there is everything required to make that song exist. With the release of “Coffee on Your Sleeves,” from her upcoming album Silk n Soul, what stands out about Heidi Tann is not simply the finished recording. It is the attention, persistence and intention behind it. Independent artistry…
Led by woodwindist and composer Warren Keller, SGC has steadily built a reputation for creating music that combines polished musicianship with memorable melodies and infectious grooves. Since debuting in 2019, the group has earned consistent recognition throughout the contemporary jazz community, including appearances on the RadioWave and SmoothJazz Top 15 charts, inclusion in SmoothJazz.com’s Top…
The Grammy-nominated trumpeter joins The Paula Atherton Show for a conversation about music, longevity, purpose, and a career that continues to move forward. There is a particular kind of confidence that comes from longevity. Willie Bradley is not simply remaining present, but he is continuing to evolve. For contemporary jazz trumpeter Willie Bradley, the story…
Wuji Releases No Return: An Invitation to Stop and Listen Someone recently forwarded us No Return, the new album from an artist we had not heard before: Jay Wuji. So, we listened. What caught our attention was not simply the sound, but the creativity behind how the music was being used. Original saxophone music, songwriting,…
From the U.S. State Department to the world and from television to the local live music scene, Kayley Bishop’s voice continues to reach audiences far and wide. The Hold on Honey singer has once again delivered exceptional vocal artistry with “I Need You More,” a beautiful collaboration with acclaimed pianist and songwriter Jim Brickman. Kayley’s…
Dallas, Texas | July 3, 2026 – It is a question with no hurry to answer itself. In a world that increasingly asks us to define people as quickly as possible, that alone feels unusual. We have become accustomed to understanding someone through a headline, a biography, a résumé, a social media profile, or the…
Recording artist Heidi Tann will celebrate the release of her new album, Silk n’ Soul, with a formal evening of live music, distinguished guests, and celebration on Sunday, September 20, at View Music Bar in Torrance, California. Designed as more than an album release, Silk n’ Soul is being presented as an elegant red carpet…
