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 May 22, 2025
Thursday May 22, 2025
This week, Mike talks with Dave Jemilo! Dave owns the fabulous Green Mill in Chicago - the oldest jazz club in the US. Dave is not known as a musician but he got his start with his friends in elementary school in their band Dave Jemilo and the Gems! They never played a gig and in Dave's words, they sucked! But it was the beginning of what would lead Dave to own and run one of the foremost jazz clubs in the world.
In this engaging conversation, Dave Jemilo shares his journey from college football player to successful jazz club owner. He discusses his early experiences juggling multiple jobs, his first solo gig, and the pivotal moment when he decided to pursue a career in music and business. Jemilo reflects on the creation of vibrant jazz scenes, particularly at the Green Mill, and the evolution of live music in Chicago. He also touches on his current musical tastes and the unique experience of owning a venue that showcases top jazz talent.
More info from this episode:
Sing Sing Sing - Benny Goodman Orchestra (YouTube)
Chuck Berry - Johnny B. Goode (YouTube)
Eric Dolphy - Jitterbug Waltz (YouTube)
Hank Mobley - The Best Things In Life Are Free (YouTube)
Check out Dave's club: The Green Mill
Thursday May 15, 2025
Thursday May 15, 2025
This week, Mike talks with Matt Donnelly. He is hilarious to chat with. He is an accomplished improv actor, stage magician/mentalist, a writer on Penn & Teller's Fool Us, and! he has a really fun podcast with his friend Paul Mattingly.
In this conversation, Mike and Matt talk music, comedy, and Bruce Springsteen - The Boss! They reminisce about listening to the radio and watching music on MTV. They talk broadway musicals like only they can!
Mentioned in this episode:
Bruce Springsteen Official Website
Bruce Springsteen on Wikipedia
Bruse Springsteen on YouTube
Mamma Mia! Musical (Wikipedia)
Jersey Boys Musical (Wikipedia)
Check out Matt's magic and mentalism: The Mind Noodler
Check out Matt's podcast: Matt and Mattingly's Ice Cream Social
Thursday May 08, 2025
Thursday May 08, 2025
This week's episode is a little different. Back when we were first discussing the idea of a podcast, Russ agreed to talk with Mike as a test run. He was so much fun that we wanted to release it!
Mike and Russ have known each other since their days at Berklee College of music together. Mike was a pianist and Russ was a drummer and percussionist. Russ discusses the ups and downs of the life of a working musician.
Russ's website: Russ Gold Drums
Russ's Book: Phrasing: Advanced Rudiments of Creative Drumming
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.