The Stereo Image
Join host Mike Jones as he discusses music in the lives of creative and interesting people! Mike talks 1-on-1 with the various people he has met as a jazz pianist and music director for Penn & Teller.
Music plays a part in how creative people are inspired, whether someone is an accomplished musician or just listened to their favorite album on repeat in school. With humor and curiosity, Mike talks music with some fascinating people!
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Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Thursday Feb 19, 2026
"There is a time when you just have to say 'LAYOUT'!"
This week on The Stereo Image, Judy Carmichael, celebrated stride pianist, joins Mike to discuss her musical journey—from discovering vintage player pianos and Count Basie recordings to early gigs, mentors like Dave McKenna, and studying the greats by ear rather than transcription.
They explore performing solo, accompanying herself, the importance of listening and mentorship, experiences playing with top jazz musicians, and how live performance shaped her distinctive style.
More info:
Judy Carmichael's Jazz Inspired
Judy on YouTube
Thursday Feb 05, 2026
Thursday Feb 05, 2026
Our latest guest is Céline Peterson, daughter of legendary jazz pianist Oscar Peterson. Céline and Mike talk about the importance of fair treatment and appreciation for artists. Céline shares her experiences managing artists and the impact of social media on music careers, while also reflecting on her upbringing in a musical family.
More info for this episode:
Oscar Peterson's 100th Birthday Celebraion Year
Clayton Hamilton Jazz Orchestra
Oscar Peterson's Africa Suite
Oscar, With Love
Bassist Dave Young
Drummer Mark McLean
Britney Spears (YouTube)
Sarah Vaughan (YouTube)
John Mayer (YouTube)
Céline Peterson Artist Representation
Vocalist Caity Gyorgy
Capri Records
Thursday Jan 22, 2026
Thursday Jan 22, 2026
This week, Mike chats with Randy Pitchford. Randy owns Gearbox Software which produces the Borderlands game series among others. He is incredibly smart and insightful. Mike and Randy talk about the creative music kids are making these days and how it relates to the music earlier generations created. Randy grew up in a musical family and plays the piano himself. But that’s not all! Randy is also an accomplished magician and performer. It’s fascinating to hear his take on music from the perspective of a technical and creative visionary like him.
More info for this episode:
Peacock Theater of Frisco, Texas
Fleetwood Mac
Frank Sinatra
The Black Box
opera singer Timur
Tony Fitzpatrick
Magic Castle
Irma ghost piano player
The Stereo Image
Join host, Mike Jones, as he discusses how music fits into the lives of creative and interesting people. Every week, Mike sits down with a different guest to discuss what music they love and how it influences them. Each guest is notable in their own right but not necessarily for their music. We discuss what music has meant to them and their endeavors.