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Anny Celsi Interview on The Time Machine

2009-11-15T12:25:00.008-10:00

Singer-songwriter Anny Celsi was a guest on The Time Machine last week. We've enjoyed playing her latest album "Tangle-Free World" on the air the past few weeks and it was a pleasure having Anny on the broadcast to discuss her music . Her album is filled with talented artists that have been a part of our playlists over the years like; Robbie Rist, Evie Sands, Teresa Cowles, Adam Marsland, Rick Gallego and Nelson Bragg. Nelson also produced the album and even does a duet with Anny on the 1967 classic Lee Hazlewood and Nancy Sinatra song "Some Velvet Morning". Steve Refling joins the mix as well as Probyn Gregory and Nick Walusko. Phil Parlapiano, Amy Farris, Carl Byron, Shawn Bryant, Dave Sutton and Jonny DuFresne are just a few more gifted musicians that put their craft on the album. Other musicians add to the sound of this incredible listening experience.

Paul McCartney's brand new song for the upcoming film "Everybody's Fine" with Robert DeNiro, Drew Barrymore, Kate Beckinsale, Katherine Moennig, Melissa Leo and Sam Rockwell is also heard on this Maui afternoon FM broadcast. The film will be released this December. Songs from other artists also heard on this radio broadcast include both Rachael Yamagata and Eytan Mirsky, who are not strangers to having their music fill the soundtracks of motion pictures. Rounding out the radio show are songs from Trooper, Ben Lee and the latest from the prolific Jonathan Coulton.

The photography at the top was taken by Mieke Kramer and the two photographs directly below were taken by Michelle Philpot

Singer-songwriter Laurie Biagini's music has been a part of our broadcast the past few years and she was so taken away with Anny Celsi's album that she decided to share a review of "Tangle-Free World":

Every once in awhile, an album comes along that impacts me such to a point that I simply have to write about it. I purchased Anny Celsi's album "Tangle-Free World" through iTunes on the weekend and after the first few bars of the title track, this album grabbed my attention, and I turned the volume, up - way up! By the time I got to the third track I decided that it's time to put on my writer hat and review this gem of a record.

Ever hear a song that literally makes you feel electric? Something so beautiful and moving that you feel kind of numb and awe-struck? Put on the title track of "Tangle Free World" and if you're like me, expect a wonderful auditory experience. Beautiful melody, catchy, exquisite harmonies, and a rhythm track that would make for perfect driving music. This song will head to the front of the list of my favorites to listen to while driving fast along scenic highways.

"Thanksgiving in Hollywood" is another favorite on this album. Starts out with a bit of a melancholy introduction then picks up the pace with plenty of jangly guitars (which I love) and some very cool organ and lead guitar contributing to a wonderful folk-pop sound. The mood is a bit dark and mysterious, yet uplifting at the same time. One of my favorite tracks on the album.

Another favorite is "First Love Freezes", a beautiful melody and Anny's soft and haunting vocal is perfect for this very pretty ballad. Again, complemented by lush harmony vocals and I absolutely love the guitar work in this one.

"The Night She Learned to Drive" is a wonderful tune that has such heartfelt lyrics, and is performed with a vibe of re-assurance and hope. The song has the perfect feel to match the theme of the lyrics. It's another song that features a traveling rhythm that would be great to listen to on a road trip. A beautiful example of classic Americana in its most perfect form.

Also add "Piece of Heaven" to my list of favorite tracks on this album - a fun, upbeat jangly pop tune with a classic Monkee-esque sound from my favorite pop era. This one will not only get your toes-tapping, but you may easily find yourself singing along to this very catchy track.

"Sally Go Round the Roses", a fantastic cover of the Jaynetts 1963 hit, is pure fun. Pop music legend Evie Sands and Teresa Cowles provide backing vocals which add another dimension to the overall girl-group feel of this great song. The sixties vibe is well-preserved in the production, but with a cleaner, fresher sound. The "tangle-free" outtro at the end was quite a pleasant surprise as well!

I previously had somewhat limited interest in Lee Hazelwood and Nancy Sinatra's "Some Velvet Morning", but the version on this album so beautifully performed by Anny Celsi and Nelson Bragg, has garnered repeated listens. Their flawless soulful vocals, combined with a beautifully performed instrumental track have resulted in a new interest in this classic for this listener.

This album has so many dimensions to it that really give the record an overall dynamic of several moods and vibes that intertwine together so well, yet keeping a smooth path or 'tangle-free' experience for the listener. Anny really shines in this album. A must-have for your collection, this album has been added to my favorites and will inevitably get extensive play from this fan.
10 out of 10!

~ Laurie Biagini

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Below photograph: Anny Celsi, Michael McCartney and Nelson Bragg

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Lea Salonga Interview

2009-11-12T20:46:00.001-10:00

International recording artist, film actress and one of Broadway's superstars, Lea Salonga, was our guest today. She stopped by the WILD 105.5 FM studios to discuss her latest concert performance on Maui with radio host Jay J on KPMW. Lea also brought along her three year old daughter whose innocence at the microphone was adorable. Lea talked with Jay J about her music, stage and film work along with some of the proceeds of this Friday night's concert going towards Typhoon Relief for the Philippines.

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Brian Ray Performance and Interview on The Time Machine

2009-11-01T15:52:00.002-10:00

Rocker and singer-songwriter Brian Ray was our guest DJ on The Time Machine this past month. Not only did he spin some cool songs from a variety of artists while sitting in for Summer Blue (who was having a well deserved vacation in China), he also brought along a guitar to perform a couple of songs on the air. Bassist Rich Ray joined the musical festivities.

Since the release of Brian's first solo debut album "Mondo Magneto" back in 2006, we've been spinning his rocker "Vinyl" in heavy rotation. We've played it so much on the radio that it's sort of become The Time Machine's unofficial theme song. We may have actually started playing the song back in 2005...but that will be our little secret.

Brian performed a stripped down acoustic version of "Vinyl" for the broadcast in addition to performing a song titled "I Found You" from his upcoming album "This Way Up".

Brian also played a few of his new songs from his forthcoming release that are pure pop bliss. Those songs made their worldwide broadcast debut which is a treat for us since Brian just got off a monster tour playing both guitar and bass for Paul McCartney.

In addition to playing some cool tunes from Paul McCartney, Brian also played some classics from The Beatles on the radio show. He also featured brand new music from Harper Simon (Paul Simon's son) and MGMT.

As guest DJ, Brian also brought wonderful music to the radio show from his former boss and musical legend, Etta James, along with artists as diverse as Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Badfinger, Smokey Robinson, Wings, The Bangles, Lewis Taylor, John Lennon, Conrad Korsch, George Harrison, Them with Van Morrison, The Beach Boys, Ringo Starr, and Shakira. Summer Blue's radio co-host, Michael McCartney, added to the music mix with the latest from Brian's band mate in Paul McCartney's band, guitarist Rusty Anderson. Rusty's song "Julia Roberts" was featured along with songs from Jeff Lynne, The Smith Bros., Heart and Rachael Yamagata.

Photos below: Bassist Rich Ray and air talent Michael McCartney plus shave ice after a Maui sunset

Special thanks to our producer Jenny Leong for dealing with our shave ice addiction and Brittany Rice for lighting and keeping the room at a cool temperature. Mahalo to KEAO's Don Lopez, KPMW's Ryan Piros and singer-songwriter Dave Stephens for making it all possible.

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Photo below: Michael McCartney lays down background vocals that will be deleted without hesitation from the new album while Brian plays guitar.

Above photo: Summer Blue in Shanghai, China

Below photo: Shave ice consumption continues on The Time Machine.

Below: Performance videos of Brian Ray on The Time Machine

Below: Brian Ray recording "This Way Up"

Below: Brian Ray's music video for "I Liked You Better"

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Above photo: Charlie in the studio with Michael McCartney and Brian Ray (*the cat at the very top photograph is named Trumpet)

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The Throwdowns Interview on The Time Machine

2009-10-27T15:26:00.006-10:00

The rockin' band The Throwdowns were on The Time Machine last week. We've enjoyed playing their energetic songs from their debut album "Don't Slow Down" since late July. After the group's songs have dominated our playlists the past few months, all four members sat in our studios along with a box of donuts that took a sugar high to a new level. Bassist Kimo Clark, drummer Ian Hollingsworth, lead guitarist Ola Shaw and guitarist/vocalist Erin Smith chatted with Ashley Starr and Michael McCartney about their music.

Ashley Starr and Michael McCartney also featured new music on this Maui afternoon FM radio broadcast from Mark Hudson, Rachael Yamagata and Kings Of Leon. New music from James Carter Cathcart's latest album "I Was Missing You" closed out the broadcast with "It's A Beautiful Thing". Soupy Sales had passed away hours earlier before the broadcast so The Time Machine spun his radio hit from 1965. Our hearts go out to his wife Trudy Carson and his two sons from his previous marriage to Barbara Fox, musicians Tony Sales and Hunt Sales. Songs from other artists also heard on this radio broadcast include; Sarah Hudson, Social Distortion, The Smith Bros., Butch Walker, Fountains Of Wayne, Liz Phair, The Major Labels and Jeff Lynne.

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The photography at the very top and below photo taken by Tony Novak-Clifford

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Official Website for Mike Viola

Official Website for Bleu

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Official Website for The Smith Bros.

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Dave Stephens Performance and Interview on The Time Machine

2009-10-26T13:18:00.001-10:00

After numerous appearances the past few years as our featured guest artist, rocker and singer-songwriter Dave Stephens returned to The Time Machine with guitar in hand and a stack of albums to be a guest DJ. This time around, not only did Dave perform songs on the air, he also played wonderful music as our guest DJ from artists as diverse as The Grays, Alice Peacock, L.E.O., Kim Stockwood, Billy Joel, Jayhawks, Chris Trapper, Abba, Brandi Carlile, Peter Salett, Bread, Rufus Wainwright, Robbie Dupree, Steve Ward, Keane and Steve Ward.

Summer Blue and Michael McCartney also featured new music on this Maui afternoon FM radio broadcast from Rob Bonfiglio, The Explorers Club, Paul McCartney, Chris Isaak and Mandy Moore. Producers Jenny Leong and Ashley Starr kept the show running smoothly even when Summer and Michael left Dave alone in the broadcast studio to get him lunch from Zippy's. Classic songs from other artists also heard on this radio broadcast include; Keola & Kapono Beamer, Uriah Heep, The Bee Gees, Paul & Linda McCartney, NRBQ, Melissa Manchester, Cliff Richard and a live performance from the Hollywood Television Showcase of "That Thing You Do!" from The Wonders.

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Photos below are band members of The Dave Stephens Explosion: Bassist Alison Lewis and drummer Cody Upcraft

Below: Performance videos of Dave Stephens on The Time Machine

*Dave Stephens has made his first two albums available as free downloads for you to enjoy at his official website below.

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Above photograph: Dave Stephens and Michael McCartney

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Paradise Aircheck

2009-10-25T17:00:00.004-10:00

Another vacation for Summer Blue, Ashley Starr and Jenny Leong meant that Michael McCartney was on his own in the broadcast studio. The Hawaiian airwaves were filled some classic AM radio hits along with a recent radio current on The Time Machine from rocker Dave Stephens. There's also comedy from Rap Replinger along with The Time Machine's Matt Burger with Michael McCartney and another episode of "Classic Rock Theater".

Also featured on this afternoon FM broadcast, while the waves pounded the white sandy beaches of Maui, includes music from Keola and Kapono Beamer, The Runaways, Andrew Gold, Lindsey Buckingham, Ali Thomson, Linda Ronstadt, Mackey Feary Band, Alan O'Day, Glen Campbell, The Who, Steve Forbert, Meryn Cadell, Polly Brown, Shaun Cassidy, The Beach Boys, Clout, Andy Gibb, Electric Light Orchestra and Rupert Holmes.

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Anuhea Performance and Interview on The Time Machine

2009-10-20T14:29:00.008-10:00

Singer-songwriter Anuhea returned to The Time Machine with her guitar last week. Radio host Summer Blue had just returned from a visit to China while Anuhea had just returned from Japan so it was a great time to return to the Hawaiian FM airwaves. Producer Ashley Starr sat down with Anuhea to discuss her self titled debut album along with radio co-host Michael McCartney.

Photo below: Ashley Starr and Anuhea

Anuhea has been on our playlists the past few years with her self released "Rough Cuts" so it was a pleasure having her back in the studios now that her fully produced album has hit the music store shelves and online retailers like iTunes around the world. Her song "Right Love, Wrong Time" was selected as a featured free download on iTunes as the "Discovery of the Week" this past spring and Anuhea's album hit iTunes Top Ten downloads, leap frogging over many major label superstar aritsts on their chart. In addition, Anuhea is currently featured in the new iTunes 9 video guide that shows users how to use the new features in iTunes 9.

Summer Blue also gave spins on this Maui afternoon FM broadcast to artists; Brian Ray, Rachael Yamagata, The Throwdowns, Cobra Starship, Kings Of Leon and the brand new Michael Jackson song "This Is It" that he composed with music legend Paul Anka which was released just last week.

Above photo: Summer Blue in Shanghai, China

Photo below: Michael McCartney and Anuhea

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Video below: Anuhea performing a stripped down acoustic version of her song "Charismatic SOB" on The Time Machine

Video below: Anuhea's music video for "Here I Go Again" directed by Jason Baum.

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Video Below: Anuhea performing "Here I Go Again" on KGMB 9

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Love Takes Me Down (To The Streets) In Paradise

2009-08-19T02:38:00.000-10:00

Another afternoon radio aircheck from Maui. The FM dial was filled with new music on The Time Machine as well as some classic songs from the past. New songs were featured on the broadcast from The Pete Best Band, Ashley Cleveland, Dave Carroll, The Throwdowns, Rachael Yamagata, Richard X. Heyman, Maxi Dunn and Cheap Perfume. Also featured is the song that this podcast used as a title with a slight addition. Joey Curatolo, Amy Miles, Chris Anderson and Charles Gansa make up the artists responsible for the faux seventies Wings selection that never fails to put smiles on the staff of The Time Machine.

Flashing back with songs from artists also heard on this radio broadcast include; John Lennon, Greg Kihn Band, Squeeze, Willie K., Lovin' Spoonful, The Kinks, Loverboy, Blondie, Amy Grant, Grayson Hugh and Elton John.

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Another Maui Afternoon Radio Aircheck

2009-08-18T02:28:00.009-10:00

Here's another Maui afternoon FM radio aircheck of The Time Machine. Michael McCartney entered the studio after body surfing at Sandbox which is an old school nickname for Wahikuli State Park. Loaded only with a shave ice the disc jockey was ready to play some really old tunes alongside some brand new ones.

New music was heard from Eytan Mirsky, Wonderwheel, Brendan Benson, Susanna Hoffs & Matthew Sweet and The Raveonettes, . Classic songs from artists also heard on this radio broadcast include: Les Paul & Mary Ford, Trickster, The Merry-Go-Round, Emitt Rhodes, Shakin' Stevens, Wings, Cheap Trick, The Four Lads, Badfinger, Alan Parsons Project, The Fabulous McFlys, Ian Hunter and Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich.

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Cheap Perfume and Adam Marsland Interviews on The Time Machine

2009-08-05T13:29:00.010-10:00

Rocker Nancy Street from the band Cheap Perfume was our guest on The Time Machine last week. We've enjoyed playing their two songs "Ordinary Girls" and "Too Bad" from their forthcoming album. Brenda Martinez, Bunny, Lynn Odell, Susan Palermo along with Nancy Street have been busy recording their upcoming album. Singer-songwriter Adam Marsland is getting ready to release his first original album in five years. "Go West" is a double album from Adam Marsland (+ His Chaos Band members Kurt Medlin, Teresa Cowles and Evie Sands) and will drop on August 18th, 2009. Adam graced our airwaves with one of his new songs "When I Lied To Everyone".

Brand new music heard on this Maui afternoon FM radio broadcast include the latest from Lisa Mychols' forthcoming album and The Shazam who have a new album "Meteor" coming out this week plus The Backsliders from their new album "Thank You" which can currently be downloaded for free at their website. New music was also heard from Maui's own The Throwdowns, Richard X. Heyman, The Singles, The Dollyrots, Lacey Gage, Schuyler Fisk and Susanna Hoffs & Matthew Sweet with Dhani Harrison. Classic songs from artists also heard on this radio broadcast include; Billy Lee Riley, Fountains Of Wayne, Robbie Fulks, The Movies, Jesse Frederick and Michael Carpenter.

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Video Below: Adam Marsland with "When I Lied To Everyone"

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Billy Lee Riley article on MOG

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Bleu Interview on The Time Machine

2009-07-26T15:08:00.008-10:00

Singer-songwriter Bleu was our guest on The Time Machine this past week. The rocker, William James "Bleu" McAuley III, has been busy over the years with side projects like L.E.O., The Major Labels and LoudLion. He shared his insight on those albums and his latest release "A Watched Pot".

New music from other artists heard on PART ONE of this afternoon FM aircheck include; The Backsliders, Susanna Hoffs & Matthew Sweet, Rachael Yamagata and Dave Stephens plus classic songs from Squeeze and McGuinn, Clark & Hillman .

Click here to listen or download the radio aircheck for Part One of Bleu's interview on The Time Machine

PART TWO continues with singer-songwriter Bleu. In addition to music from his latest album and bonus EP, songs from Loud Lion, The Major Labels and L.E.O. are featured on this Maui afternoon FM broadcast. Kate Voegele and the Electric Light Orchestra are also featured. Bleu's talent as a producer and songwriter go beyond his own albums to the numerous songs written for other artists like Puffy AmiYumi, Jon McLaughlin, Selena Gomez, Hanson, Boys Like Girls, Evan Taubenfeld, Kate Voegele, The Jonas Brothers and TV/TV. Enjoy listening to the many crafts of this talented artist.

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Video Below: Bleu's latest single "Come 'N Go" directed by Kii Arens

Video Below: From L.E.O.'s album "Alpacas Orgling" - "Goodbye Innocence"

Video Below: MOGUL is a collective cover-band featuring: Rooney's Taylor Locke, Matthew Winter and Ned Brower, Bleu, Roger Joseph Manning Jr. and Mike Viola. Here they are performing the hit Jellyfish tune "That Is Why" at the Hotel Cafe on July 14, 2009 at Bleu's record release show for "A Watched Pot."

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Matt Hartke Interview on The Time Machine

2009-07-20T21:22:00.012-10:00

Singer-songwriter Matt Hartke was our guest on The Time Machine last week. We've enjoyed playing his laid back island sounding songs from his debut album "Great Good Fortune". He's currently recording a bunch of songs for his next album with producers Mikal Blue and Andrew Williams, who between the two, have worked their magic with; Colbie Caillat, Grant Lee Buffalo, Del Shannon, Brian Setzer, Five for Fighting, Old 97’s, One Republic, Gary Jules, Alice Peacock, Rhett Miller, Garrison Starr, The Williams Brothers, Jessica Simpson, The Dream Academy and The Plimsouls. He just wrapped up a duet session with Aware/Columbia artist Angel Taylor. We were happy to have him on the radio show to discuss his music. His song "Yeah Breeze" that we've spinning since last year on the radio is available along with his entire album on iTunes and Amazon.

Summer Blue and Michael McCartney also featured new music on this Maui afternoon FM radio broadcast from the incredible Dallas based band The Backsliders. You can currently download their entire album "Thank You" for free at their website. New music was also heard from Bleu, Freddy "Boom Boom" Cannon and Ron Dante, Laura Vane and The Vipertones, Rhett Miller, Chris Isaak, Rachael Yamagata, Mike Viola, The Smith Bros. and Gabriella Cilmi. Classic songs from artists also heard on this radio broadcast include; Billy Joel, The Fraternal Order Of The All Greetings From Planet Love (Andrew Gold), Fountains Of Wayne, The Pendletones, Foreigner, Helen Reddy, Jon Osorio and Randy Borden, Klaatu, Courtney Jaye, Steely Dan and The Mynah Birds from 1966 with Rick James and Neil Young.

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Official Website for The Backsliders

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Official Website for Bleu

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Semisonic Interview on The Time Machine

2009-06-24T14:02:00.006-10:00

Lisa Donnelly Interview on The Time Machine

2009-06-22T13:54:00.005-10:00

Singer-songwriter Lisa Donnelly was our guest on The Time Machine last week. The former frontwoman for the band A.M. Pacific just released her debut solo album "We Had A Thing" just in time for a wonderful summer listening experience. It's available on iTunes.

Summer Blue and Michael McCartney also featured new music on this Maui afternoon FM radio broadcast from artists Rachael Yamagata, Chris Isaak and Ida Maria. Other artists heard on this radio broadcast include; Adrian Belew, The Winstons, Squeeze, The Rubinoos, Feargal Sharkey, Paul McCartney, The Traveling Wilburys and Brian Ray.

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Click here to listen to Lisa Donnelly's song "Naturally" featured on MOG.

Lily Wilson Returns To The Time Machine

2009-06-16T19:32:00.005-10:00

Singer-songwriter Lily Wilson returns to The Time Machine for a third time along with her guitar to perform a few songs off of her latest album "The Right Time".

Veronica Vincent, Summer Blue and Michael McCartney also spin new music on this Maui afternoon FM radio broadcast from artists Marshall Crenshaw and Mandy Moore, in addition to a classic song from Maui's own Ray Gooliak from 1977. Other artists heard on this radio broadcast include; America, Electric Light Orchestra, The Zombies, The Carpenters, Rachael Yamagata and Journey.

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Lisa Mychols from Nushu and Tom Richards from The Waking Hours on The Time Machine

2009-05-29T18:01:00.016-10:00

Get ready for a four part podcast. Singer-songwriter Lisa Mychols from Nushu and a solo artist returns to The Time Machine along with rocker Tom Richards from The Waking Hours. Both artists have been busy finishing up their latest albums and we thought that the two of them would be perfect to take the controls away from radio hosts Summer Blue and Michael McCartney. They share a few stories about their musical projects and spin songs from other artists.

Artists heard on PART ONE of this afternoon FM aircheck include; The Smith Bros., Andrew Gold, Eytan Mirsky, Wendy Ip, Gene Pitney, Gary Pig Gold, The Turtles, Kirsty MacColl, Randell Kirsch & Billy Cowsill, The Retros and The Masticators.

Click here to listen or download the radio aircheck for Part One of the interview with Lisa Mychols and Tom Richards on The Time Machine

PART TWO continues with rockers Tom Richards and Lisa Mychols. Other artists heard on this FM radio afternoon radio aircheck from Maui include; Bette Anne Steele, Betsy Brye, Marty Rudnick with Michael Carpenter, Steve Kobashigawa, America, Beach Boys, Satisfaction, Telecast, Utopia, Sugarbomb, Kim Fox, Steve Martin & Bernadette Peters, Davie Allen & The Arrows and Paul McCartney

Click here to listen or download the radio aircheck for Part Two of the interview with Lisa Mychols and Tom Richards on The Time Machine

PART THREE continues with singer-songwriters Lisa Mychols and Tom Richards. More timeless songs from a variety of artists heard on this Maui afternoon FM radio aircheck include; Frank Sinatra, KC Bowman, The Ditty Bops, Jesca Hoop, Mark Eric Malmborg, Donovan, The Go-Go's, Blondie, Sparkle Jets U.K. and Darian Sahanaja.

Click here to listen or download the radio aircheck for Part Three of the interview with Lisa Mychols and Tom Richards on The Time Machine

PART FOUR concludes with Tom Richards from The Waking Hours and Lisa Mychols from Nushu. Artists heard on this Maui afternoon FM radio aircheck include; Dreamworld, David Gates, Bread, Josie & The Pussycats, Anna Warnoker, Fastball, Bangles, The Beatles, Brendan Benson, Quazar and The Bamboozled, Gail George, The Nelsons, The Traveling Wilburys, Letters To Cleo, Nick Lowe, Paul Carrack, Ben Folds, Mandy Moore and The Zombies.

Click here to listen or download the radio aircheck for Part Four of the interview with Lisa Mychols and Tom Richards on The Time Machine

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Andrew Gold Interview on The Time Machine

2009-05-24T04:06:00.011-10:00

Get ready for a three part podcast. Singer-songwriter Andrew Gold has been a guest a few times on The Time Machine and each time is very special as we fill the FM airwaves with a few hours of nothing but Andrew Gold songs. The rocker is busy finishing up his latest album and we thought that it would be a good time to give you the chance to listen to one of his previous interviews on The Time Machine with host Michael McCartney. Andrew shares his thoughts and memories behind some of his songs with a highlight on albums "Spence Manor Suite" and "Intermission".

Artists heard on PART ONE of this afternoon FM aircheck include; The Doobie Brothers (with Nicolette Larson), The Fraternal Order of The All, Lisa Angelle, Wax and Linda Ronstadt.

Click here to listen or download the radio aircheck for Part One of Andrew Gold's interview on The Time Machine

PART TWO continues with singer-songwriter Andrew Gold. Bryndle can be heard on this afternoon FM aircheck in addition to many of Andrew's classic seventies songs.

Click here to listen or download the radio aircheck for Part Two of Andrew Gold's interview on The Time Machine

PART THREE concludes with singer-songwriter Andrew Gold. More timeless songs from Andrew can be heard on this afternoon FM aircheck plus Nicolette Larson.

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Rob Bonfiglio Returns To The Time Machine

2009-05-21T14:42:00.000-10:00

One of most played albums on the air from 2008 is "Bring On The Happy" from Rob Bonfiglio. Rob is no stranger to our playlists. Since the turn of the century, Rob's music has filled the Maui airwaves as a solo artist, a member of The Better Days, The Skies Of America and Superstone (the brainchild of rocker Ken Sharp). Rob's musical career goes further back into the 90's as a member of the RCA label band Wanderlust and his recent musical output has been featured in the soundtracks of motion pictures.

The Time Machine crew were quite happy to have Rob return as a guest to the program. Rob discussed his album "Bring On The Happy" and shared some insight on some of his songs.

Other artists heard on this Maui afternoon FM radio broadcast include; Nushu, Rachael Yamagata, Kelly Jones, Ken Sharp, Jim Boggia and The Honeys.

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Click here to listen or download Rob Bonfiglio's previous interview on The Time Machine for The Skies Of America.

Pizza and Maui Radio Aircheck

2009-05-10T11:23:00.007-10:00

Radio show hosts Summer Blue and Michael McCartney work up an appetite while spinning music on the FM dial. While management keeps the air conditioner cranked up to Arctic like temperatures to keep the broadcast equipment from overheating, the disc jockeys keep their long sleeves on to keep from freezing. Beach goers hit the Maui shorelines unaware that the DJs on the Hawaiian airwaves are wearing the complete opposite of swimsuits and slippers. Immediately following the program, Summer and Michael run from the air studio to the nearest pizza place to warm up after being locked up for hours on the air. From the photograph above, you can see that they are still thawing out at the pizzeria eatery.

An interview with Pennan Brae can be heard on this program along with the band's new song "Anyways". The Time Machine continues to feature new music from Mandy Moore's upcoming album, "Amanda Leigh", to be released on May 26th. "Bug" resulted from the singer-songwriter having a hankering to close her album with something acoustic and simple. Mandy had the desire to actualize a song in the vein of Harry Nilsson or Randy Newman and "Pocket Philosopher" is a bit light hearted and goofy but also resonates with the excitement of meeting someone new and wanting to stop time so you could figure them out a little more. The album produced by frequent musical guest on The Time Machine, Mike Viola, can be pre-ordered on iTunes.

New songs also featured on this afternoon FM broadcast can be heard from Mink, Paul Carrack (with Timothy B. Schmit and Don Henley), The Handuffs, The Smith Bros. and Jordan Zevon.

Producer Jenny Leong, Pop Garden Radio's Adam Waltemire and Suitcase Full Of Dimes' Ed Lynn added to the on air musical fun with songs from The Hudson Brothers, Jill Sobule, Rick Derringer, Lisa Mychols, The Oohs, Jude Cole, Sweet, Badfinger, The Rolling Stones, Electric Light Orchestra, Blondie, Fleetwood Mac and David Bowie.

Click here to listen or download the radio aircheck for Pennan Brae, Summer Blue, Ed Lynn, Michael McCartney and Adam Waltemire on The Time Machine

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Talmadge Pearsall of Sleeping Giants Interview on The Time Machine

2009-05-05T13:50:00.010-10:00

Singer-songwriter Talmadge Pearsall from the band Sleeping Giants was a guest on The Time Machine this past week. He shared his latest batch of songs and musical thoughts with radio hosts Ashley Starr and Michael McCartney.

New songs are also featured on this afternoon FM broadcast from Jaimie Vernon, Schuyler Fisk and The Smith Bros. are highlighted. Producer Jenny Leong and air talent Summer Blue added to the on air music sweep three songs from The Rubinoos plus Leslie Gore, Orson, Frankie Valli & The 4 Seasons and Sheryl Crow.

Click here to listen or download the radio aircheck for Talmadge Pearsall's interview on The Time Machine

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Orson on MySpace Music

The Smith Bros. on MySpace Music

Official Website for Frankie Valli & The 4 Seasons

Official Website for The Rubinoos

If you like The Rubinoos - be sure to check out these two musical groups:

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Allergic To Fun In Paradise

2009-05-04T18:45:00.010-10:00

We couldn't decide to title this podcast "Allergic To Fun" or "Bad Reputation". Radio hosts of The Time Machine, Summer Blue and Michael McCartney, were in both a Joan Jett mood and a Eytan Mirsy mood on this Maui afternoon FM aircheck. In the end, we went with lifting Eytan Mirsky's song title and why not? Eytan likes pizza just like the rest of The Time Machine crew (seen above after eating three pizzas from Dollies in Kahana) and there really isn't any allergy to fun in Hawaii. Isn't Sheryl Crow's first hit song about wanting to have fun?

Below Photo: Sheryl Crow returned to Maui last week and performed in front of a large crowd under the Hawaiian stars.

In addition to the music of Eytan Mirsky and Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, new songs also featured on this Maui broadcast include: Kelly Jones, The Smith Bros., Butch Walker, The Explorers Club, She & Him, Marty Rudnick with Michael Carpenter, Mike Viola and James Carter Cathcart. Rounding out the radio show musically are artists: Maple Mars, George Harrison, Moon Martin, The Partridge Family, Sheryl Crow, The Bee Gees, Electric Light Orchestra, Leslie Gore, Ravyns, The Grass Roots, Hudson Brothers, Lou Christie, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Pilot, Josie & The Pussycats, Kenny Rogers and Richard O'Brien with Patricia Quinn and Little Nell.

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Official Website for Sheryl Crow

Official Website for Maple Mars

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The Smith Bros. on MySpace Music

Official Website for Marty Rudnick

Official Website for Michael Carpenter

Official Website for Mike Viola

Official Website for She & Him

Official Website for Moon Martin

The Explorers Club

The Hudson Brothers on MySpace Music

The Handcuffs Interview on The Time Machine

2009-05-03T13:03:00.010-10:00

Singer-songwriters Chloe F. Orwell and Brad Elvis from the rocking band The Handcuffs were guests on The Time Machine this past week. These two talented artists have contributed to the success of other bands like The Elvis Brothers and Big Hello. The Handcuffs first album "Model For A Revolution" released in 2006 was followed by their latest album "Electroluv" which should be in every music fan's collection. Their music has been featured recently on a number of television series like "Gossip Girl" and "The Hills".

The Handcuffs: Ellis Clark, Brad Elvis, Chloe F. Orwell and Emily Togni.

In addition to the music of Big Hello and The Elvis Brothers, new songs also featured on this afternoon FM broadcast include: Kelly Jones, Tinted Windows, Glenn Tilbrook and The Fluffers, Fountains Of Wayne and She & Him plus our new closing theme for The Time Machine from The Smith Bros. can be heard at the end of the program. Rounding out the broadcast are songs from Mike Viola, Mark Bacino and Paul McCartney.

Click here to listen or download the radio aircheck for The Handcuffs on The Time Machine

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Official Website for She & Him

Official Website for Fountains Of Wayne

Official Website for Mark Bacino

Official Website for Glenn Tilbrook and The Fluffers

Official Website for Tinted Windows

Official Website for Paul McCartney

Maxi Dunn Interview On The Time Machine

2009-04-30T00:01:00.002-10:00

Singer-songwriter Maxi Dunn was a guest on The Time Machine this past week. The artist from Liverpool was on the same program as The Bleachers so you may hear two of the same songs heard on The Bleachers podcast. In our attempt to save you space on your hard drive or time spent listening online, we have edited the FM broadcast into two parts. The Bleachers portion of the radio show has already been posted. Enjoy the vocal performance of Maxi Dunn, as we have the past few years, in addition to a brand new song from this talented artist.

Also featured on this afternoon FM broadcast is the latest song from Laurie Biagini titled "Another Old Lazy Lyin' On The Beach Afternoon" which fits most of The Time Machine Crew's philosophy. New music from Schuyler Fisk, The Major Labels, Mike Viola, The Smith Bros. and Rachael Yamagata are highlighted. Rounding out the broadcast are songs from; Vanilla, Tommy James & The Shondells, Kay Hanley, Marmalade, Aimee Mann, Fleetwood Mac, The Montanas, The Hollies, Peter Murray and Adam Richman.

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Official Website for Kay Hanley

Official Website for Rachael Yamagata

Official Website for Peter Murray

Adam Richman on MySpace Music

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The Bleachers Interview on The Time Machine

2009-04-29T16:15:00.013-10:00

Marco Brizuela and Joe Maloney from The Bleachers were musical guests on The Time Machine this past week. Drummer David Hines wasn't available but we hope to have him on the next time the band is on the broadcast. This talented trio has been making a musical buzz in Spin and Rolling Stone. We were honored to have them perform a couple of the new songs from their upcoming album as well as "Stolen" from their recent release "Conjure".

Brand new songs from arists as diverse as Schuyler Fisk, Miles Nielsen, Tinted Windows and Glen Tilbrook & The Fluffers can also be heard on this afternoon FM broadcast. Other artists played by radio hosts Summer Blue and Michael McCartney include: Rusty Anderson, Michelle Lewis, Jude Cole, Mike Viola, Traveling Wilburys, Dave Edmunds, Brian Ray, Paul McCartney & Wings, Cheap Trick, Devo, Harold Faltermeyer and Fleetwood Mac. Producer Jenny Leong adds an audio trip to 1977 and air talent Kathy Collins joins in on the musical fun. Pat Dollenmayer, Mike Clark and Kris Phillips from The Smith Bros. hit the recording studio with their new theme song for The Time Machine radio show.

Click here to listen or download the radio aircheck for The Time Machine interview with Joe Maloney and Marco Brizuela from The Bleachers

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The Bleachers on MySpace Music

Official Website for Glen Tilbrook and The Fluffers

Schuyler Fisk on MySpace Music

Miles Nielsen on MySpace Music

Official Website for Rusty Anderson

Official Website for Brian Ray

Below: Brian Ray recording "This Way Up"

An April Aircheck In Paradise

2009-04-12T19:28:00.013-10:00

Another random afternoon radio aircheck from the FM dial on Maui's airwaves of The Time Machine featuring hosts Summer Blue and Michael McCartney. You can actually hear Summer lose her composure after Michael starts giggling over her stated love for the band Morningwood while psyching himself up for the next song. Old school broadcasting would have referred to this as a blooper. Today's world of radio simply calls it teenage humor and doesn't even give it a second thought.

Summer and Michael continue the eclectic mix of pop sounds mixing old and new songs that the daily radio show is known for. Brand new music from Alice Peacock is featured from her latest album "Love Remains" along with a live performance from the singer-songwriter's last guest appearance on the broadcast. New music is also featured from Miles Nielsen, Tinted Windows, Hey Monday, Sheri Miller, Carter Cathcart, Davie Allan & The Arrows with Lisa Mychols, and Second Saturday plus a classic from singer-songwriter Brian Tyrrell.

The Time Machine's producer Jenny Leong kept the two hosts in check while dealing with stacked albums on both vinyl and compact disc including Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich. Brian Spence is featured with his 1986 song "Brothers" and from one of The Time Machine's fave spins for over twenty-five years is the forever catchy 1983 "Bop Girl" from Australia's Pat Wilson. Other artists heard on this broadcast include; Candy Butchers, The Rolling Stones, Solveig Sandness, Rhett Miller, Paul McCartney, Mandy Moore, Acid House Kings, Morningwood and the highly underrated Tommy Knight.

Click here to listen or download the radio aircheck for "The Time Machine"

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Miles Nielsen on MySpace Music

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Official Website for Tinted Windows

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Official Website for Davie Allan and The Arrows

Official Website for Sheri Miller

Official Website for Hey Monday

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