Carlos Avalon "My Music-My Life"
Carlos Avalon talks about his music and shares anecdotes about his 40 plus years experience in show business. He also describes the inspiration behind each of his original compositions as well as why he chose to record new renditions of long forgotten cover songs. At the same time, Carlos will discuss his personal interests such as, politics, current events, and his love of motorcycling.
Episodes
64 episodes
With Special Guest AL JACOBS (Part-2)
On this one we continue the conversation from last month's episode with Al Jacobs (Part-1) talking about his songwriting and his knowledge about pianos.
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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29:53
With Special Guest AL JACOBS (Part-1)
Al Jacobs returns this time to talk about songs he has written and what triggers the inspiration for him to write such beautiful music and lyrics. Also, as the expert that he is on pianos and piano sales we'll also chat a bit about pianos.
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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33:01
My trip to Reno, but Reno wasn't there
During a visit to his old hometown Reno, Nevada, Carlos takes us into an insightful journey as he revisits the good old days reflecting on the past but then realizes that it's fine to relive old memories but it's okay to let go of them too and ...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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21:03
With Special Guest SKYLER FELL
We start season 5 with talking ACCORDIONS with the very interesting and talented SKYLER FELL. A great musician/accordionist, singer, composer, accordion repair technician and shop owner, circus act performer and lover of nature and horses too. ...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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24:07
My 2024
Carlos looks back at the things that happened in 2024 that brought some changes to his life and also talks about how it's the lonely nights that mostly inspire him to write songs. Then we take out the year with a song his brother George wrote a...
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23:36
With Special Guest AL JACOBS
Piano Entertainer-Songwriter Al Jacobs is not only a superb musical talent, but he is one pianist that knows everything about pianos and the history behind all the famous brands that we've all heard of. You'll enjoy and learn so much from his i...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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33:23
"Sou Portugues" (this one is in Portuguese)
There's been many requests for us to do an episode in PORTUGUESE. Carlos shares memories of the first 10 years of his life in the Azores, Portugal and introduces his career to those that may be listening to his story for the first time in the P...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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28:07
With Special Guest Jimi Mcconnell
Jimi was Carlos' drummer at Harrah's Atlantic City for several years. They talk about the fun times of working together in a time when acts were booked solid and the Lounge/Cabaret Act entertainment market in Atlantic City was at its peak. ...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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20:44
With Guest Johnny Carrasco
A wonderful conversation with musician/guitarist/record producer Johnny Carrasco. Johnny was Carlos' guitarist in at Harrah's Atlantic City for many years and also did some tour dates as Carlos' Musical Director.
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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22:36
The Joy of Volunteering
Carlos talks about the "high" he gets from doing volunteer work. His message on this episode is that if you volunteer, in giving of your time to help others, you'll find that you are actually in reality helping yourself. Studies show that those...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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15:12
With Special Guest JOHN ROBERTS
Carlos chats with his lifelong friend and colleague, extraordinary Entertainer/Pianist/Singer/Dancer/Producer.... Ice Skating star... funny guy... etc. etc.. John Roberts is simply a "jack of all trades" talent and super interesting guy.
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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27:27
My Music "is" My Life
Carlos talks about his recordings and his plans to get more of his original songs recorded and released.
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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17:46
My most embarrassing moment on stage.
Season 4 opens with the story of a very embarrassing situation that Carlos experienced during an opening number at a major show event. Carlos also informs the listeners that this yes just happens to be his 50th Anniversary in Showbiz.
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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23:30
Promo for Season 4 & talk about AZORES 68
Not yet the official start of season 4, but while promoting that it's coming soon, Carlos goes on to talk about and celebrate the 55th Anniversary of his first band "AZORES 68".
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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18:13
Time For A Change
As Season 3 concludes, Carlos announces the new and future plans for the podcast that will be coming on Season 4.
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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14:01
"Cars Planes Motorhomes Trains Buses" Part 2
Yes, Carlos has crossed the USA via several modes of transportation. He shares some interesting stories from many of those very memorable road strips.
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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30:16
"Cars Planes Motorhomes Trains Buses" Part 1
Yes, Carlos has crossed the USA via several modes of transportation. He shares some interesting stories from many of those very interesting road trips.
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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18:14
Talking about Singer/Songwriter RAMANA VIEIRA
Our talented friend and colleague RAMANA VIEIRA just released a new album. Carlos is not only her friend, but also one of her number one fans and he wants his listeners to know all about it.
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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22:15
With Special Guest ANITA TREADMILL "Divas On The Dance Floor"
Carlos' friend Vince Scalise/ANITA TREADMILL the star and producer of famed Palm Springs DRAG Show "Divas On The Dance Floor" talks about the art of his type of entertainment and how he went from being a chef in the US Army to becoming th...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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20:18
With Special Guest DJ GALAXY (Vincent Corrales)
A conversation with our friend DJ GALAXY a popular radio personality, but also the most celebrated nightclub & events DJ in the Palm Springs/Coachella Valley area.
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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16:14
My MUSIC
This time we showcase three of Carlos' songs. Listen and Enjoy. (each song written by Carlos Avalon. Copyright owner Carlos Avalon/Publisher Carlos Avalon Music)
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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16:14
Remembering BILL, JEFF, ERNIE and GEORGE
This time we pay tribute and remember four amazing musicians that sadly are no longer in this world, but at one time or another were such an important part of Carlos' career both on stage and in the recording studio.
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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20:34
Hollywood Writers Strike... Musicians next?
Carlos shares his rather interesting perspectives on what's happening with show production costs, but also what pay is being offered to some musicians and singers. Most are making so little that just maybe the time has come for a musicians' str...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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20:24
With Special Guest BRUCE (Federico) RAMIREZ
A long awaited guest Artist-Photographer-Graphic Designer BRUCE Federico RAMIREZ of "Ramirez Studios Photography", Carlos' personal photographer and one of the most important team members of AvaSon Records as the photographer and designer of al...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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28:08