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Thomas Dolby

In the early '80s, Thomas Dolby burst onto the pop music scene with his worldwide hit, She Blinded Me With Science. The song hailed from his debut album , The Golden Age of Wireless, and not only was it both musically and lyrically a brilliant pop song, the entire album was a masterful orchestration of synth programming that resulted in layered, lush soundscapes. Dolby masterfully shifted synth-pop from cold, mechanical textures to a warm, emotional, and highly narrative form, blending pioneering studio production with retro-futurist themes. On this new episode of Inside MusiCast, we chat with Dolby not only about his '80s album successes, but we'll discuss his thoughts about AI and its use in the music industry, his role as the creator and Director of the Music for New Media program at the Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University, as well as his upcoming tours, including his Iconic ‘80s Recollections tour in the US and the UK, his Totally Tubular Festival that will feature his band The Lost Toy People and several other iconic '80s artists, as well as a surprise announcement about a future tour he's developing. We're truly honored to welcome one of the most innovative musicians and technologists over the past 40+ years, Thomas Dolby. On this new episode of Inside MusiCast, we chat with Dolby not only about his '80s album successes, but we'll discuss his thoughts about AI and its use in the music industry, his role as the creator and Director of the Music for New Media program at the Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University, as well as his upcoming tours, including his Iconic ‘80s Recollections tour in the US and the UK, his Totally Tubular Festival that will feature his band The Lost Toy People and several other iconic '80s artists, as well as a surprise announcement about a future tour he's developing. We're truly honored to welcome one of the most innovative musicians and technologists over the past 40+ years, Thomas Dolby.

Ed Toth

For Ed Toth, music isn’t just his career, but it’s been an integral part of his entire life. His father was a working musician and an audiophile, so he was always surrounded by great music. In fact, he was only 13 years-old when he joined his Dad’s Top 40 band as the drummer. From there, he’s been blessed with some amazing connections and gigs, including a nine-year stint in the band Vertical Horizon, where he played on the band’s two biggest albums, including their #1 hit “Everything You Want.” He eventually landed a drumming chair with The Doobie Brothers, and has been touring with the band for 21 years. Here to chat with us today about these experiences and some other great projects he’s involved with is none other than Ed Toth.

Dennis Atlas

Dennis Atlas has emerged as a vital member of Toto’s touring band, and those who have witnessed him perform live have recognized the incredible energy and musicianship he injects into his role as keyboardist and vocalist. His soaring vocal ability has even allowed the band to add songs to their setlist from the Isolation album, where Dennis tackles those lofty Fergie Frederiksen parts. Aside from his gig with Toto, Dennis has been busy working on a new solo album project titled Principle, which is set to be released in May. West Coast AOR fans, get ready, because you’re going to love his style and approach to this 11 track album, which also features some very special guest musicians. Here to talk about this new project and his new role touring with Toto is Dennis Atlas.

Randy Goodrum

Randy Goodrum has written an abundance of great songs throughout his career - many of which have been hits for some of the biggest names in the music business. He’s also released several solo albums and collaborations that have been heralded by fans around the world. Having written so many songs, it might seem difficult to choose a handful that are considered favorites, but on his upcoming album release “Pieces”, Randy has done just that. Ten of the 11 tracks on “Pieces” are songs Randy has written, with some of them having been recorded and released by other artists, and some are gems that we’re hearing for the first time. These newly recorded arrangements are beautiful examples of Randy’s unique writing style, and today he’s here to talk about them. Inside MusiCast is pleased to welcome Randy Goodrum.

Lenise Bent

When Lenise Bent entered the L.A. audio engineering scene in the late ‘70s, she didn’t mind that it was primarily a male dominated industry. Through a chance meeting with Leon Russell at his home studio, she was swept away with the studio atmosphere, the sound, and it was her curiosity about the recording console and gear that captured her spirit and sent her down the path of becoming a recording engineer. She was determined to work with the best equipment, the best studios, and the best musicians. And she did. She’s credited on some of the best sounding albums that were ever recorded, including Steely Dan’s “Aja”, Supertramp’s “Breakfast In America”, Marc Jordan’s “Mannequin”, Blondie's “Autoamerican”, and “Tusk” by Fleetwood Mac, just to name a few. Here to discuss her incredible journey as a pioneering audio engineer is none other than Lenise Bent.