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Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives
Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives is a podcast that goes beyond the spotlight to explore the real stories behind tribute musicians and the creative forces who keep iconic music alive.
Hosted by psychotherapist and music lover Karyn Rosenberg, each episode is a deep, personal conversation with tribute band artists, venue owners, photographers, and others in the music world. Together, they talk about identity, passion, and the meaningful lives people build through music — even when they’re…
Episodes
Borrowed Notes, Authentic LivesI'm Still Standing: Dan Gasser of Elton Dan | Elton John Tribute
What do classical piano, college football, and Elton John have in common? For Dan Gasser, they all played a part in an unexpected journey that eventually led…
Borrowed Notes, Authentic LivesEven Better Than the Real Thing! A conversation with Wide Awake U2 Tribute Band
What does it take to recreate the sound of one of the world's most iconic rock bands? And can a tribute band capture the magic of U2 while bringing something…
Borrowed Notes, Authentic LivesHe Won’t Bring You Down: Reggie Fecteau on ELO, Tribute Bands & the Art of the Show
What does it take to turn a love of music into a 40-year career, and to understand not only what happens onstage, but everything it takes to get the show…
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No Schism Here: Get to know the band of 46 & TOOL
What does it take to recreate the music of a band known for complexity, intensity, powerful visuals, and some of the most passionate fans in rock? In this…
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Working Men: The Work Behind the Rush Tribute Project
How do three musicians take on one of the most technically demanding catalogs in rock and make audiences feel like they're experiencing Rush live again? In…
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Turn It On Again: Nicholas Brydon and the Music of Genesis & Phil Collins
What happens when singing Phil Collins at karaoke turns into something much bigger than you ever expected? In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives…
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Jason Collins Tears Down the Wall: Inside Pink Floyd Tribute Band : Floyd Nation
What happens when a lifelong connection to music becomes the foundation for building something much bigger than a band? In this episode of Borrowed Notes…
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Lou Maresca of Live at the Fillmore | Tribute to the Allman Brothers
What would it be like to witness the original Allman Brothers Band at the legendary Fillmore East... and spend the rest of your life keeping that music alive?…
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The Mentos Guy and the Foo Fighters: More Than a Viral Moment
What happens when a simple costume, a Foo Fighters concert, and perfect timing turn an ordinary fan into an internet sensation? In this special episode of…
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Different Strings: Adi Argelazi's Journey with YYNOT
What does it mean to leave everything familiar behind to follow your passion? In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives, I sit down with Adi Argelazi…
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Homeward Bound: Kyle Frost's Musical Journey
One singer. Multiple legendary voices. One lifelong passion for music...(and sports!) In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives, Karyn Rosenberg sits…
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Every little Thing He Does is Music: A conversation with Gael Martin from Zendatta The Police Tribute Band
What happens when a 12-year-old music fan meets The Police and carries that inspiration throughout his life? In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic…
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Born to Run, Meant to Play: Paul Gold & The Boss Project
In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives, Karyn Rosenberg sits down with Paul Gold, founder and frontman of The Boss Project; The premier Bruce…
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The Spirit of Radio: A conversation with Afterimage on Honoring The Music of Rush
In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives, Karyn Rosenberg sits down with members of Afterimage: a Rush tribute band dedicated to honoring the music…
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More than A Feeling: Dean Summers guitarist and leader of Boston, Styx, Foreigner and Toto Tribute Bands
Join Karyn for an inspiring conversation with Dean Summers, a seasoned musician and entrepreneur, as he shares his journey from childhood guitar passion to…
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Where the Music Lives: Mike Goodwin & Crazy Uncle Mike’s
In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives, Karyn Rosenberg sits down with Mike Goodwin, owner of Crazy Uncle Mike’s in Boca Raton, FL; a venue that…
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The Music Never Stops: Rich Friedman of Crazy Fingers on the Grateful Dead
In this engaging conversation, Karyn Rosenberg interviews Rich Friedman of Crazy Fingers, a prominent Grateful Dead tribute band. They explore the origins of…
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Across the Universe: From Lisbon to Liverpool: A Conversation with The Peakles, A Beatles Tribute Band from Portugal
In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives, host Karyn Rosenberg interviews members of The Peakles, a Beatles tribute band from Portugal. They discuss…
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Come Together: Daniel Hartwell & the Story of Beatles on the Beach
In this episode of "Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives" host Karyn Rosenberg speaks with Daniel Hartwell, the creator of Beatles on the Beach, about his journey…
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Closer to the Heart: Honoring Rush with Billy Alexander of YYNOT
🎧 Episode 4 In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives, Karyn Rosenberg sits down with Billy Alexander — songwriter, producer, and guitarist of the…
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Can’t Stop: The Art of Playing Red Hot Chili Peppers Live
What does it really take to bring the raw, chaotic, funk-driven energy of the Red Hot Chili Peppers to life on stage? In this episode of Borrowed Notes…
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The Pretender? Never. Harley Mitchell Is the Real Deal
🎧 Episode 2 – The Pretender? Never. Harley Mitchell Is the Real Deal In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives, host Karyn Rosenberg sits down with…
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The Night Billy Joel Showed Up
🎧 Episode 1 – The Night Billy Joel Showed Up: A Conversation with Tony Monaco of Turnstiles In this debut episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives, host…
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Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives Trailer
🎧 Trailer – Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives Hosted by Karyn Rosenberg, LCSW In this trailer, get a feel for what Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives is all about…