Eric Krasno Plus One – Details, episodes & analysis

Hey Plus One Fans!

This week, we're revisiting the very first episode of Eric Krasno Plus One, featuring Kraz's interview with Dave Matthews. This is a look back at early 2020 when the COVID pandemic had just begun, and the entire music industry was wondering how long live touring would be shut down. Enjoy!

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Kraz talks with legendary jam folk icon Dave Matthews during the coronavirus pandemic. They talk about how they are getting by in these troubling times, their history together, streaming sites versus radio, and Neil Young. Questions? Contact us at [email protected] and your question may be answered in a future episode!

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Hey There EKPO Fans! We're continuing our focus on Women First with an encore presentation of this chat with Ani DiFranco. Enjoy!

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On this episode of Plus One Eric talks with guitarist and folk singer Ani DiFranco, who’s gained critical recognition in the neo-Americana folk world for unaffectedly blending her eclectic sound with socially and politically charged lyrics. She is also widely accredited for mothering the DIY movement in music. DiFranco started her own record label, Righteous Babe, when she was 19 and has since released 22 studio albums. In 2019 she put out a memoir, titled No Walls and the Recurring Dream, in which she details her life as a musician and activist. Last month Ani released a double single, “Do or Die” and “Contagious,” along with a music video for the former. The video promotes voting by dropping the viewer into an illustrious, quintessential display of the streets of New Orleans, to culminate with a social justice street-dance-party, ending in a silent tribute to justice by the Magnolia Bridge. The slick, Wurlitzer-decorated groove in combination with her versatile vocal dynamics provide a nifty instrumental section to compliment her message of unity and justice. Ani and Kraz talk through her recent projects, the journey to the digital age of music, and about her musical style choices and breakthroughs. Ani goes in depth on the influences that brought her to her current standing, and how she did it herself to become a matriarch for the DIY movement in music. This podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Please leave us a rating or review on iTunes! And check out the podcast Festival Circuit: New Orleans, a new series about the music of New Orleans and the jazz fest from Osiris Media. Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media. All original music by Eric Krasno. Executive Producers are RJ Bee and Christina Collins. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Produced by Ben Baruch of 11E1even Group. 

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This week on Plus One, Kraz chats with his friend Dave Gutter, best known from the band Rustic Overtones. Dave and Kraz have recorded, written, and produced together many times, including co-producing Aaron Neville's Apache album, as well as Eric's own Blood From A Stone. The pair also discuss Dave's punk roots, how Rustic Overtones managed to land a record deal with Arista records, and an hilarious evening which affected Dave's guitar playing from that night forward.

Dave Gutter is a singer, songwriter, composer, and performer from Portland, Maine. Gutter has been hailed as one of the most perceptive and enigmatic lyricists of his time, and he’s best known for his work as frontman of indie rock groups Rustic Overtones, Armies, and Paranoid Social Club. Rustic Overtones are a seven-piece rock band with an extensive discography that includes 8 studio albums since 1995. The band's unique take on indie rock is heavily inspired by soul music, garage punk, jazz, and psychedelic music of the 60's and 70's, and Rolling Stone has called their style "a unique sound steeped in both Earth, Wind and Fire-style funk and late-era Beatles psychedelia.

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Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media. All original music by Eric Krasno. Executive Producers are RJ Bee and Christina Collins. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Produced by Ben Baruch of 11E1even Group.

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This week on Plus One, brother and sister Clyde and Gracie Lawrence of the band Lawrence join Kraz for a wall-to-wall discussion that covers everything from their young career playing in an 8-piece band, to the recording process for their latest release Hotel TV, to how to go viral on Tik Tok. You’ll hear about how they balance their songwriting by both working together as a live band and by individually crafting arrangements in the studio, and how their parents fed them just the right music that they needed growing up. They also discuss Gracie’s acting career, the band’s savviness on social media, and working with Kraz on their debut album Breakfast, which gives listeners a look inside of Kraz’s mindset as a producer.

Lawrence is a New York City-based 8-piece band fronted by sister and brother Gracie and Clyde Lawrence. Gracie and Clyde, as well as multiple other members of the band, have been playing together since their childhood, and in 2016 they released their debut album Breakfast, which hit #6 on the iTunes R&B charts on its first day of release. Since then, they have sold out headline shows across the country and appeared at festivals including Bonnaroo, Outside Lands, and Firefly, and have also opened for Lake Street Dive, Vulfpeck, Soulive, Jacob Collier, and many other big-name acts. Last month they released their third studio album, Hotel TV which features many of the uplifting sounds that allowed them to make a name for themselves in the first place.

You can listen to Hotel TV here.

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Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media. All original music by Eric Krasno. Executive Producers are RJ Bee and Christina Collins. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Produced by Ben Baruch of 11E1even Group.

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In this episode of Plus One, Kraz welcomes one of the most proficient guitarists of all time, Leo Nocentelli of The Meters, onto the show. Leo and Kraz discuss everything from Leo’s thoughts on super-star artists sampling Meters songs, to his unconventional methods of gaining the confidence to play in front of crowds at an early age. The two also talk about Leo’s signature sound that he gets out of the Gibson ES-175, and he sheds light on the incredible rhythmic connection between drummer Zigaboo Modeliste and bassist George Porter Jr. You’ll also hear Leo talk about why The Meters split up in the late 70’s, the messiness of the business side of music, and why Leo enjoys being an essential contributor to the band from the background, and never the spotlight. This is a must-hear conversation between two masters of the guitar, and one of the most monumental musicians that funk has ever heard.

Leo Nocentelli is a founding member and the lead guitarist for The Meters, a band that is often credited alongside all-time greats like James Brown as being one of the sole originators of funk music. He’s written classic songs including “Hey Pocky A-Way,” and "Cissy Strut," which he and Kraz discuss in-depth in the conversation. On top of his work with The Meters, he boasts an incredible musical resume as a session player, having recorded with legends such as Etta James, Temptations, Dr. John, and Robert Palmer. He’s a recipient of the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award as a member of The Meters, but his playing and the band’s incredible discography speak for themselves, needing no official recognition. In this episode he details how he developed his one of a kind style that fuses funk, rock n’ roll, and jazz like no guitarist has ever done before.

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Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media. All original music by Eric Krasno. Executive Producers are RJ Bee and Christina Collins. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Produced by Ben Baruch of 11E1even Group.

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This week on Plus One, Kraz talks with one of the hardest working musicians alive, world-renowned bassist Will Lee. In this conversation Will and Kraz talk about Will’s seasoned background as a session musician, their mutual connection to Yusef Lateef, and the 36 different albums that Will worked on during quarantine, which ranged from fusion, to blues, to funk, to Elvis impersonation. The two also discuss Will’s mastery as a band director while they dive deep on Love Rocks, the annual benefit show directed by Will that brings together an astonishing lineup of musical talent.  Love Rocks NYC has helped raise more than $13 million dollars to date, and has funded over 1.3 million meals to New Yorkers in need.  

Will Lee is a bassist from San Antonio and HuntsviTexas known for his proficient session and touring work with a lengthy list of all-time great musicians. He has collaborated with Steely Dan, Diana Ross, D'Angelo, Mariah Carey, and many other incredible artists over the course of his 40+ year career, and is the founder of the world class Beatles tribute band, The Fab Faux. He is also one of the original members of The World's Most Dangerous Band, the house band on NBC's Late Night with David Letterman. Despite having such an extraordinary musical resume, the longtime veteran of all genres is incredibly humble about his work, and he has a great deal of wisdom to lend listeners in this episode.

This podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Please leave us a rating or review on iTunes!Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media. All original music by Eric Krasno. Executive Producers are RJ Bee and Christina Collins. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Produced by Ben Baruch of 11E1even Group.

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In this episode of Plus One, mind-blowing pianist Marco Benevento joins Kraz to talk about recording and writing music over the last year, and the wide array of musical projects that he’s been a part of throughout his career. You’ll hear Marco tell the cheerful story of how he reconnected with Joe Russo after attending Berklee College of Music, and talk about his early musical development, including the “life-changing” moment when his parents surprised him with a Hammond organ. Marco and Kraz also dive deep on JRAD, discuss their circle of friends at Berklee and how that became the nucleus of the music scene that they’re both presently a part of, and much more.

Marco Benevento is a keyboardist, songwriter, and producer from Livingston, New Jersey. He gained initial recognition for playing in the Benevento/Russo Duo, and the group eventually combined forces to tour with Trey Anastasio and Mike Gordon of Phish under the name GRAB, in 2006. Aside from releasing 7 stellar solo studio albums, Marco also plays with Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, and has captivated audiences from all over the world with his indescribably enlivening playing style. He is also the co-founder of Royal Potato Family, a Catskill-based indie label that has released music for artists including Garage A Trois, Neal Casal, Stanton Moore and many more exceptional musicians. Marco is one of the most talented pianists in the world, and you won’t want to miss this conversation, as he details the events that led to him dropping the jaws of fans of all genres.  

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Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media. All original music by Eric Krasno. Executive Producers are RJ Bee and Christina Collins. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Produced by Ben Baruch of 11E1even Group.

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“... I put my head down, and I kinda feel like I’ve never looked back up. I just played, I woke up. Played, listened, learned. It was just music, guitar ‘till I went to bed. I’d be eating dinner with the guitar on.” -- Ariel Posen

This week on Plus One, Kraz is joined by guitarist and singer Ariel Posen, who just released his second solo album, Headway, in March. In this episode Ariel details his musical development from the time he started playing piano in elementary school, up until the spontaneous moment when he realized that he was a full-time touring musician. You’ll also hear Ariel talk about recording his latest album at the same studio that his parents used to record at, and at the end of the episode he and Kraz nerd out about guitar, as they dive deep on Ariel’s guitars, open tunings, and slide playing.  

Ariel Posen is a Canadian guitarist and singer from Winnipeg who gained initial recognition from fans and critics after releasing his debut solo album, How Long, in 2019. Ariel grew up surrounded and infatuated by music, as his parents toured and recorded in a folk band called Finjan. His soulful songs, unique slide style, and experimentation with alternate guitar tunings make him as distinguished as any young guitarist out there, and in this conversation you’ll hear him and Kraz talk about what makes his playing stand out.

Ariel’s sophomore studio album, Headway, can be listened to here.

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Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media. All original music by Eric Krasno. Executive Producers are RJ Bee and Christina Collins. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Produced by Ben Baruch of 11E1even Group.

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In this episode of Plus One, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Amy Helm joins Kraz to talk about her extraordinary life of music. You’ll hear Amy explain the writing and production processes behind her upcoming album What The Flood Leaves Behind, and how the legendary barn that her father built brings out the most genuine expression from the musicians who play within its walls. You’ll also hear Amy detail Levon Helm’s process for building the barn, discuss working with T Bone Burnett and how he helped her band Ollabelle grapple with immediate success, and her one of a kind story about seeing Joni Mitchell at The Last Waltz.

Amy Helm is a singer-songwriter best known for her work with Ollabelle, the New York City-based folk group. She is also the daughter of Levon Helm, one of the greatest American musicians of all time and a founding member of The Band. She has won multiple Grammys as a performer and a producer, and her impressive discography and musical resume are testaments to her intense dedication towards her craft.  

Amy’s upcoming album, What The Flood Leaves Behind can be pre-saved here, and is available on June 18.

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Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media. All original music by Eric Krasno. Executive Producers are RJ Bee and Christina Collins. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Produced by Ben Baruch of 11E1even Group.

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In this all-access release of Eric Krasno Plus One: The Guest List, enjoy a free preview of Kraz’s premium-subscriber content as he sits down with writer and podcast host Bee Getz for a riveting conversation about the jam world.  The Guest List is Kraz’s chance to connect more deeply with some of Plus One’s most engaged listeners, as he offers a closer look inside of some of the show’s exciting conversations. When you join The Guest List you’ll receive two bonus episodes per month, ad-free versions of all episodes, and access to Kraz’s Ask Me Anything page, where you can submit questions that he’ll answer in bonus segments. Subscription options are $5 per month or $50 per year.

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In this free preview episode, Kraz and Getz discuss Questlove and the Philly music scene in the 90’s, the impact that D’Angelo’s Voodoo had on neo soul, why it’s important to have a sense of community in music, and much more. You’ll hear Getz share unique insights about some of our favorite artists, as he and Kraz bring to light backstage tales that only seasoned insiders could tell. With over 20 years of experience covering music for various media outlets, Getz is a tested veteran of the jam scene and has a knack for bringing out the rawest, most genuine stories and opinions from artists like Kraz, and you won’t want to miss this special preview or what’s to come on The Guest List.

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This podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Please leave us a rating or review on iTunes!

Eric Krasno Plus One is presented by Osiris Media. All original music by Eric Krasno. Executive Producers are RJ Bee and Christina Collins. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Produced by Ben Baruch of 11E1even Group.

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