Wayne Gratz: Two Views
In this exclusive Growing Bolder bonus footage, musician Wayne Gratz explains how his view of childhood changed once he became an adult and he performs “Two Views.”
All GB Rocks Stories
Sonic Soup for the Soul
He’s written music for NBC sports, artist Thomas Kinkade and for a 3-year-old victim of child abuse. Many critics consider his songs poignant, intimate and healing. You’ll wonder why you’ve never heard of him before.
Ronnie Milsap
Ronnie Milsap has scored a staggering 40 No. 1 hits, but his rags-to-riches life story is far more impressive than his success on the charts.
Pete Fornatale
Rock historian Pete Fornatale’s new book on Woodstock paints the clearest picture yet of the most important concert event in the history of rock.
Michael Galloway – Hoochie Coochie Man
An unforgettable character who believes it’s never too late to rise to glory, even in the music business! Michael Galloway overcame the odds winning a harmonica championship. Now he’s going for more.
Overcoming Obstacles
No one’s life is without setbacks. For many, Growing Bolder means facing up to challenges: relationship issues, battles with illness, financial struggles, basically standing up to face the unexpected head on. We call it Overcoming Obstacles.
New Roots for Bluegrass
True roots of this musical genre lie with the common folks, like Johnny Adams, who fell so in love with the mandolin that he now makes his own!
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Johnny Mathis
Johnny Mathis is one of this country’s most beloved singers, but his music career almost never happened. Find out what prompted him to make the jump to music.
Bruce Kulick
He’s one of the greatest guitarists in the music business, playing with everyone from KISS to Meat Loaf to Michael Bolton, and he’s grateful for every opportunity he’s had to leave his mark on rock.
The Voice of the Duke Ellington Orchestra
Kay Davis auditioned on a dare, and the next thing she knew, she was the vocalist of one of the greatest bands of all time. Now, in her late 80s, Miss Davis is being sought after again as one of the last direct links to the Duke Ellington Orchestra.
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Ray Stevens
Ray Stevens is one of the most unique singers of the past four decades. He’s been able to blend comedy with achingly beautiful songs, and now at 70, he says his creativity is just as strong as ever.
Fred Ehman
He sunk his life savings into a vinyl record store, and he struck a chord with people who longed for the simple, beautiful sounds of a record spinning on a platter.