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The Bob Lefsetz Podcast
Bob Lefsetz is the author of “The Lefsetz Letter.” Listen to his new podcast where he'll address the issues at the core of the music business, internet, and the world at large.
Episodes
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastJoe Grushecky
The Original Iron City Houserocker. Joe's got co-writes on Bruce Springsteen’s latest release. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastMargo Price
She's got a new album, "Hard Headed Woman." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastDavid Goggin & Martin Porter
The story of their new book "Buzz Me In: Inside the Record Plant Studios." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastCarl Stubner
Carl Stubner runs the management company Shelter Music. He personally manages ZZ Top and Crowded House and has been involved with Fleetwood Mac and other acts…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastWayne Forte
This is Wayne Forte's fiftieth year in the business. As an agent he's represented acts as varied as David Bowie and Tedeschi Trucks Band. We discuss his career…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastDennis McNally
Long time publicist for the Grateful Dead Dennis McNally has a new book "The Last Great Dream: How Bohemians Became Hippies and Created the Sixties." We talk…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastMario Medious
From the Atlantic accounting department to the head of Emerson, Lake & Palmer's Manticore Records, Mario Medious is a legendary record executive. See…

The Bob Lefsetz PodcastDon Was
From Was Not Was to Bonnie Raitt to the Rolling Stones AND MORE! You'll dig this! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastGloria Gaynor
She survives! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastColin Blunstone
Lead singer of the Zombies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastDonnie Iris
From "The Rapper" to "Ah! Leah!" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastFred Mollin
Fred Mollin has a new book, "Unplugged: Stories and Secrets from a Life of Making Records, Scoring Film, and Working with the Legends of Music." See…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastMike Garson
David Bowie's piano player...and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastPeter Wolf
Peter Wolf has a new book, "Waiting on the Moon," and we dive into the tales of the artists, poets, drifters, grifters and goddesses he writes about. See…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastDave Dederer
Dave Dederer was the guitarist in the Presidents of the United States of America. It's the thirtieth anniversary of their major label debut. Hear the story of…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastMike Love
He's keeping the summer alive and is about to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame...you'll definitely learn some stuff you don't know! See…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastMatthew Ramsey
Matthew Ramsey is the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of Old Dominion. This is his story from backwoods Virginia to Nashville. He was in Music City for over…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastPaul Rappaport
Paul Rappaport has written a new book entitled "Gliders Over Hollywood: Airships, Airplay and the Art of Rock Promotion." Come for the tales of the record…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastNeil Giraldo
The story of Pat Benatar and so much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastJamey Johnson
A true original. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastGraham Russell
Graham Russell is the songwriting half of Air Supply. You'll enjoy his story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastBarry Ritholtz
Barry Ritholtz is Chairman and CIO of Ritholtz Wealth Management, which has over $5 billion under its umbrella. Ritholtz also hosts the Bloomberg podcast…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastTerence Reilly
Terence Reilly brought Crocs back from the dead, turned the Stanley Quencher into a phenomenon and is now President of HEYDUDE shoes. Learn how a modern…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastCharlie Hellman
Charlie Hellman is Vice President and Global Head of Music Product for Spotify. We discuss the tools artists are offered, how to promote yourself, the truth…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastDan Tyminski
The man of constant sorrow... Yes, you know Dan Tyminski from "O Brother" and his work with Alison Krauss, but here's the backstory, how a guy from Rutland…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastHoward Benson
Producer Howard Benson has worked with acts as varied as the All-American Rejects and Kelly Clarkson. You know his hit with Hoobastank, "The Reason," as well…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastStan Lynch
The original drummer for Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers has a new band, The Speaker Wars. You'll love Stan! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastWesley Schultz
Of The Lumineers. He's a thoughtful guy playing his own game See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastFran Healy
Fran Healy fronts Travis. He's a fascinating guy, you'll be interested in what he has to say whether you know the band's music or not. See…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastChris Benchetler
Chris Benchetler is a legendary skier with his own line of skis at Atomic, the Bent Chetlers. The 120 cm version is the standard of big mountain powder skiers…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastOrianthi
Michael Jackson's last guitarist, Australian Orianthi has a new album, and tales of how she got from Down Under to the international radar screen. See…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastDavid Gray
He just released a new album, "Dear Life." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastJoe Boyd
He did the sound at Newport when Dylan went electric. He produced Nick Drake and Richard Thompson and many more. This is the story of someone who lived his…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastMark Morton
Mark Morton is lead guitarist of Lamb of God. Even if you have not heard of them or are not of a fan of their music, you're going to love Mark! See…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastNeil Sedaka
The one and only! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastBill Hein
Bill Hein started in retail, created Enigma Records, ran Rykodisc and is now pressing vinyl and so much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastJerry Douglas
King of the Dobro! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastJesse Kirshbaum
Jesse Kirshbaum heads up the NUE Agency, which specializes in sponsorship. He reveals the details of these deals and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastRyan Mac
Ryan Mac covers Elon Musk for "The New York Times." He and his colleague Kate Conger wrote the definitive book on Musk's purchase of Twitter, "Character…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastSteph Paynes
Steph Paynes is the lead guitarist and driving force of Lez Zeppelin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastSeth Godin
Business guru extraordinaire! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastSimon Napier-Bell
Come for the tales of managing the Yardbirds and Wham! Stay for the story of skiffle as the key driver in the ensuing British Invasion. You'll be intrigued…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastJon Cohen
Majordomo of the Cornerstone Agency, Cornerstone Management, the Fader... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastSteve Porcaro
Steve Porcaro went on the road with Gary Wright, was the synth savant in Toto, composed Michael Jackson's "Human Nature" and... See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastJohn Doe & Exene Cervenka
Of X. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastGeezer Butler
Bassist for Black Sabbath! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastAlynda Segarra
Alynda Segarra is the front person and major creative force of Hurray for the Riff-Raff. Listen as they tell the tale of dropping out of high school, riding…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastRichard Thompson
The one and only. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastLauren Christy
Songwriter/producer Lauren Christy has worked with everybody from Avril Lavigne to Jason Mraz to Korn to Bebe Rexha and many more. This is her story. See…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastRob Baker & Johnny Fay
Rob Baker and Johnny Fay are members of the Tragically Hip, who have a new four part documentary on Amazon Prime. Whether you're a fan of the band or not…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastTony Levin
Bassist for Peter Gabriel, King Crimson and so many more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastHanson
The "MMMBop" boys are all grown up with families and they're still making music and touring. This is what they're up to now. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastJimmy Webb
The legendary writer of "Wichita Lineman," "By the Time I Get to Phoenix," "MacArthur Park" and many more discusses his hits, his history and his tenure on the…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastEd Roland
Mr. Collective Soul. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastJohnny Brower
Johnny Brower was the promoter of the Toronto Rock and Roll Revival which featured the debut of John Lennon's Plastic Ono Band and is documented in the new…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastDarius Rucker
He's got a new autobiography, "Life's Too Short." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastPatrick Leonard
Keyboardist/songwriter/producer Patrick Leonard has worked with everybody from Madonna to Elton John to Bryan Ferry to Michael Jackson to Leonard Cohen...the…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastDon Gehman
Don Gehman has produced records for everybody from Stephen Stills to John Mellencamp to R.E.M. to Bruce Hornsby to Tracy Chapman to Hootie and the Blowfish…
The Bob Lefsetz PodcastGary Spivack
Gary Spivack is the talent buyer for the Danny Wimmer Presents rock festivals. Hear how the lineup is built. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…