Mamy Rock
Her name is Ruth Flowers, but her legions of fans know her better as Mamy Rock. She’s known all over the world for her work both behind the turntables and in front of hard-rocking crowds. Even in her 70s, she still just wants to dance!
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Jazz Great Sam Rivers’ Final Interview
Just days before his death, jazz icon Sam Rivers gave Growing Bolder what would turn out to be his final interview. In it, he reflects on playing with the greats, turning down Jimi Hendrix and creative aging.
Robert Davi
He’s famous for his villain roles but now actor Robert Davi is returning to his singing roots and showing off his romantic side with his new album, “Davi Sings Sinatra.” Find out why he thinks America needs these standards now more than ever.
Weird Al Yankovic Outlasts Many of His Targets
There’s never been around quite like Weird Al Yankovic in the music business. He’s the biggest selling comedy recording artist of all time, and his new album is racing up the charts. Find out how he’s more relevant than ever.
The Bats Keep on Rocking
Meet the Bats, a popular Kentucky group that likes to rock but not on chairs. They prefer to rock the stage. This group of 50-somethings regularly sells out its gigs and always leaves the audience laughing.
The Fastest Jazz Musician in the World
Nolan Shaheed lives a double life. He’s one of the top jazz musicians in the world, performing with artists like Stevie Wonder and Duke Ellington, and he’s also a world-record-holding track and field superstar.
Mark Farner
In the early 1970s, no one was bigger than Grand Funk Railroad. Mark Farner was the group’s lead singer, guitarist and songwriter, and he says the lessons he learned then remain true today — it’s all about love.
Les Lieber
For 45 years, saxophonist Les Lieber has gathered his friends at a New York City bar for the weekly Jazz at Noon jam. And Les is still taking the stage every week too — at the age of 99. Find out how long he wants to play.
Meet the Horn Man!
From a conch to a tuba, Bill Nemoyten plays them all. See how this pied piper uses his unique collection to delight audiences and spread his passion for music to all who will listen!
Carla Ulbrich
Carla Ulbrich considers herself a professional smart aleck. But when she was diagnosed with lupus, at first she didn’t think it was so funny. Now, she’s found that humor may really be the best medicine. Listen to her funny take on healthcare.
Bill Tapia
Up until his death at 103 years old, legendary ukulele player Bill Tapia, aka the Duke of Uke, was the oldest working musician. Just months before his death, he revealed stories from some of his more famous friends.
Tanya Tucker Battles Back
As a child, Tanya Tucker knew there was only one thing she’d ever want to do in life — perform. By 13, her song “Delta Dawn” was a huge hit. She explains how she survived the professional and personal highs and lows to come out better than ever.