The Jam with Jonathan Shank https://www.osirispod.com/podcasts/the-jam/ en The Jam is a podcast hosted by music industry leader Jonathan Shank, exploring the evolution of music through personal conversations and journeys with artists, industry icons, legendary bands, and tastemakers. Produced by Osiris Media. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/80391b40-e3da-11ee-849b-3387c33d589a/image/7c95d0766f1a17b2455cffe3256208c0.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress The Jam with Jonathan Shank https://www.osirispod.com/podcasts/the-jam/ episodic Osiris Media The Jam is a podcast hosted by music industry leader Jonathan Shank, exploring the evolution of music through personal conversations and journeys with artists, industry icons, legendary bands, and tastemakers. Produced by Osiris Media. The Jam is a podcast hosted by music industry leader Jonathan Shank, exploring the evolution of music through personal conversations and journeys with artists, industry icons, legendary bands, and tastemakers. Produced by Osiris Media.

]]> Osiris Media matt.dwyer@osirispod.com Andy Frasco & Dean Budnick Andy and Dean take a different approach to The Jam and discuss the connection between music and sport as well as Andy’s continued growth as an artist, performer, and all around master of ceremonies in the jam community.   Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media Andy and Dean take a different approach to The Jam and discuss the connection between music and sport as well as Andy’s continued growth as an artist, performer, and all around master of ceremonies in the jam community.   Andy and Dean take a different approach to The Jam and discuss the connection between music and sport as well as Andy’s continued growth as an artist, performer, and all around master of ceremonies in the jam community.  

]]> 5494 Particle Steve Molitz, Darren Pujalet, and Eric Gould reunite in this very special season closer to rap about Particle’s origins and key role in growth of the scene, playing Bonnaroo and Coachella in the same year, and being ahead of their time.   Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media Steve Molitz, Darren Pujalet, and Eric Gould reunite in this very special season closer to rap about Particle’s origins and key role in growth of the scene, playing Bonnaroo and Coachella in the same year, and being ahead of their time.   Steve Molitz, Darren Pujalet, and Eric Gould reunite in this very special season closer to rap about Particle’s origins and key role in growth of the scene, playing Bonnaroo and Coachella in the same year, and being ahead of their time.  


]]> 5692 Sam Grisman Sam Grisman chats about growing up in his father David Grisman's musical world, learning bass on a cello, and forming the Sam Grisman Project to honor the collaborative spirit of his father and Jerry Garcia. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:15:00 -0000 full Osiris Media Sam Grisman chats about growing up in his father David Grisman's musical world, learning bass on a cello, and forming the Sam Grisman Project to honor the collaborative spirit of his father and Jerry Garcia. Sam Grisman chats about growing up in his father David Grisman's musical world, learning bass on a cello, and forming the Sam Grisman Project to honor the collaborative spirit of his father and Jerry Garcia.


]]> 4538 Kyle Hollingsworth Kyle Hollingsworth reflects on The String Cheese Incident’s formation, legacy, and touring roots, his connections to the Grateful Dead, and how their team helped co-found Electric Forest. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media Kyle Hollingsworth reflects on The String Cheese Incident’s formation, legacy, and touring roots, his connections to the Grateful Dead, and how their team helped co-found Electric Forest. Kyle Hollingsworth reflects on The String Cheese Incident’s formation, legacy, and touring roots, his connections to the Grateful Dead, and how their team helped co-found Electric Forest.

]]> 3359 Cyril Neville Cyril Neville shares how New Orleans rhythms shaped his sound, New Orleans Social Club and Mardi Gras Indian culture, playing with the Grateful Dead, defining funk as a spiritual force and praising Mean Willie Green as the rhythmic anchor of The Neville Brothers. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:09:00 -0000 full Osiris Media Cyril Neville shares how New Orleans rhythms shaped his sound, New Orleans Social Club and Mardi Gras Indian culture, playing with the Grateful Dead, defining funk as a spiritual force and praising Mean Willie Green as the rhythmic anchor of The Neville Brothers. Cyril Neville shares how New Orleans rhythms shaped his sound, New Orleans Social Club and Mardi Gras Indian culture, playing with the Grateful Dead, defining funk as a spiritual force and praising Mean Willie Green as the rhythmic anchor of The Neville Brothers.

]]> 4252 Jay Lane & Mark Karan Jay Lane and Mark Karan discuss the roots of Ratdog and touring with Bob Weir, The Other Ones, and Dead and Company while bringing their own flavor to the canon of GD music.   Thu, 30 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media Jay Lane and Mark Karan discuss the roots of Ratdog and touring with Bob Weir, The Other Ones, and Dead and Company while bringing their own flavor to the canon of GD music.   Jay Lane and Mark Karan discuss the roots of Ratdog and touring with Bob Weir, The Other Ones, and Dead and Company while bringing their own flavor to the canon of GD music.  


]]> 3419 Jake Brownstein & Michael McDonald Jake Brownstein of Eggy and manager Michael McDonald discuss the band’s origins, the jam scene’s growth and evolution, the community’s spirit of improvisation, and why this is a golden age for bands like Eggy. Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:32:00 -0000 full Osiris Media Jake Brownstein of Eggy and manager Michael McDonald discuss the band’s origins, the jam scene’s growth and evolution, the community’s spirit of improvisation, and why this is a golden age for bands like Eggy. Jake Brownstein of Eggy and manager Michael McDonald discuss the band’s origins, the jam scene’s growth and evolution, the community’s spirit of improvisation, and why this is a golden age for bands like Eggy.


]]> 3757 Dispatch Brad and Chad from Dispatch reflect on the band’s college beginnings, indie spirit, reggae influences, social impact, touring philosophies, and thoughts on music’s role in saving democracy. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media Brad and Chad from Dispatch reflect on the band’s college beginnings, indie spirit, reggae influences, social impact, touring philosophies, and thoughts on music’s role in saving democracy. Brad and Chad from Dispatch reflect on the band’s college beginnings, indie spirit, reggae influences, social impact, touring philosophies, and thoughts on music’s role in saving democracy.

]]> 3882 The Wood Brothers The Wood Brothers discuss how their blend of folk, funk, and jazz keeps their sound fresh, their approach to improvisation, excitement for the new album Puff of Smoke and upcoming summer tours. Thu, 09 Oct 2025 18:48:00 -0000 full Osiris Media The Wood Brothers discuss how their blend of folk, funk, and jazz keeps their sound fresh, their approach to improvisation, excitement for the new album Puff of Smoke and upcoming summer tours. The Wood Brothers discuss how their blend of folk, funk, and jazz keeps their sound fresh, their approach to improvisation, excitement for the new album Puff of Smoke and upcoming summer tours.

]]> 3563 Grace Bowers This week, Jonathan sits down with Grace Bowers, an award-winning guitarist, songwriter, and bandleader who released her first album in 2024, Wine On Venus. Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media This week, Jonathan sits down with Grace Bowers, an award-winning guitarist, songwriter, and bandleader who released her first album in 2024, Wine On Venus. This week, Jonathan sits down with Grace Bowers, an award-winning guitarist, songwriter, and bandleader who released her first album in 2024, Wine On Venus.


]]> 2436 Tom Hamilton This week, Jonathan sits down with Tom Hamilton (Brothers Past, American Babies, Ghost Light, Joe Russo's Almost Dead, Bill Kreutzmann's Billy & the Kids, and Electron). Jonathan and Tom talk about the Philly Jam scene, jamming with Carlos Santana, and his electronic music influences, among many other fun topics. Tue, 03 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media This week, Jonathan sits down with Tom Hamilton (Brothers Past, American Babies, Ghost Light, Joe Russo's Almost Dead, Bill Kreutzmann's Billy & the Kids, and Electron). Jonathan and Tom talk about the Philly Jam scene, jamming with Carlos Santana, and his electronic music influences, among many other fun topics. This week, Jonathan sits down with Tom Hamilton (Brothers Past, American Babies, Ghost Light, Joe Russo's Almost Dead, Bill Kreutzmann's Billy & the Kids, and Electron).

Jonathan and Tom talk about the Philly Jam scene, jamming with Carlos Santana, and his electronic music influences, among many other fun topics.

]]> 4998 Taper's Choice + Mike Greenhaus This week Jonathan sits down with Mike Greenhaus, Editor-in-Chief of Relix magazine, and the members of Taper's Choice, a band of amazing musicians that is pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a jamband. Tue, 27 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media This week Jonathan sits down with Mike Greenhaus, Editor-in-Chief of Relix magazine, and the members of Taper's Choice, a band of amazing musicians that is pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a jamband. This week Jonathan sits down with Mike Greenhaus, Editor-in-Chief of Relix magazine, and the members of Taper's Choice, a band of amazing musicians that is pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a jamband.

]]> 4889 Benmont Tench This week, Jonathan sits down with the legendary Benmont Tench, founding member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Tue, 20 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media This week, Jonathan sits down with the legendary Benmont Tench, founding member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. This week, Jonathan sits down with the legendary Benmont Tench, founding member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.

]]> 4209 Roger Steffens This week, Jonathan sits down with Roger Steffens, the actor, author, lecturer, editor, reggae archivist, photographer, and producer. He and Jonathan talk about his huge reggae archive, including the world's largest collection of Bob Marley material, the music world, and more. Tue, 13 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media This week, Jonathan sits down with Roger Steffens, the actor, author, lecturer, editor, reggae archivist, photographer, and producer. He and Jonathan talk about his huge reggae archive, including the world's largest collection of Bob Marley material, the music world, and more. This week, Jonathan sits down with Roger Steffens, the actor, author, lecturer, editor, reggae archivist, photographer, and producer. He and Jonathan talk about his huge reggae archive, including the world's largest collection of Bob Marley material, the music world, and more.



]]> 4886 Peter Shaprio + Grahame Lesh This week Jonathan sits down with Peter Shapiro and Grahame Lesh for a deep dive into the jam music scene, Phil Lesh and the Grateful Dead's legacy, and a lot more! Tue, 06 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media This week Jonathan sits down with Peter Shapiro and Grahame Lesh for a deep dive into the jam music scene, Phil Lesh and the Grateful Dead's legacy, and a lot more! This week Jonathan sits down with Peter Shapiro and Grahame Lesh for a deep dive into the jam music scene, Phil Lesh and the Grateful Dead's legacy, and a lot more!

]]> 4129 Cory Wong In this episode, we find Jonathan in conversation with Cory Wong. They talk about Cory's work with Vulfpeck, his history of playing, creativity, and so much more. Check out this playlist inspired by Cory's appearance on the show. Tue, 29 Apr 2025 16:40:00 -0000 full Osiris Media In this episode, we find Jonathan in conversation with Cory Wong. They talk about Cory's work with Vulfpeck, his history of playing, creativity, and so much more. Check out this playlist inspired by Cory's appearance on the show. In this episode, we find Jonathan in conversation with Cory Wong. They talk about Cory's work with Vulfpeck, his history of playing, creativity, and so much more.


Check out this playlist inspired by Cory's appearance on the show.

]]> 4747 Eric Krasno and Dawes Welcome back to The Jam! The podcast’s new season premieres with Jonathan talking with acclaimed California rock band Dawes and Grammy winner Eric Krasno, with everyone reflecting on their deep and diverse music influences as well rebuilding their homes, lives, community, and creative spirit after the devastating LA wildfires. Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media Welcome back to The Jam! The podcast’s new season premieres with Jonathan talking with acclaimed California rock band Dawes and Grammy winner Eric Krasno, with everyone reflecting on their deep and diverse music influences as well rebuilding their homes, lives, community, and creative spirit after the devastating LA wildfires. Welcome back to The Jam! The podcast’s new season premieres with Jonathan talking with acclaimed California rock band Dawes and Grammy winner Eric Krasno, with everyone reflecting on their deep and diverse music influences as well rebuilding their homes, lives, community, and creative spirit after the devastating LA wildfires.

]]> 4447 Greyboy Jam: Robert Walter and Karl Denson Robert Walter and Karl Denson have been playing together in the Greyboy Allstars since the 1990s. From jazz clubs to jamband afterparties to their careers as sidemen for Roger Waters and The Rolling Stones, they've seen it all. Here, they speak with Jonathan about the early days of the GBAs, learning to play in front of hippie crowds, and how the music brings them back together over and over. Tue, 12 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Greyboy Jam: Robert Walter and Karl Denson full 2 9 Osiris Media Robert Walter and Karl Denson have been playing together in the Greyboy Allstars since the 1990s. From jazz clubs to jamband afterparties to their careers as sidemen for Roger Waters and The Rolling Stones, they've seen it all. Here, they speak with Jonathan about the early days of the GBAs, learning to play in front of hippie crowds, and how the music brings them back together over and over. Robert Walter and Karl Denson have been playing together in the Greyboy Allstars since the 1990s. From jazz clubs to jamband afterparties to their careers as sidemen for Roger Waters and The Rolling Stones, they've seen it all. Here, they speak with Jonathan about the early days of the GBAs, learning to play in front of hippie crowds, and how the music brings them back together over and over.

]]> 3293 Cosmic Country Jam: Daniel Donato Jonathan's guest this week is up and coming phenom Daniel Donato. Daniel has been gigging since he was a young man busking on Broadway in Nashville, putting in the hours playing night after night at famed honky tonk Robert's. Listen to Daniel and Jonathan chat about country, the Grateful Dead, funk, and how he blends it all into a special brew he calls "Cosmic Country." Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000 Cosmic Country Jam: Daniel Donato full 2 8 Osiris Media Jonathan's guest this week is up and coming phenom Daniel Donato. Daniel has been gigging since he was a young man busking on Broadway in Nashville, putting in the hours playing night after night at famed honky tonk Robert's. Listen to Daniel and Jonathan chat about country, the Grateful Dead, funk, and how he blends it all into a special brew he calls "Cosmic Country." Jonathan's guest this week is up and coming phenom Daniel Donato. Daniel has been gigging since he was a young man busking on Broadway in Nashville, putting in the hours playing night after night at famed honky tonk Robert's. Listen to Daniel and Jonathan chat about country, the Grateful Dead, funk, and how he blends it all into a special brew he calls "Cosmic Country."

]]> 3571 Karina Jam: Karina Rykman Jonathan is joined by Karina Rykman this week! Karina talks about coming up in the NYC music scene, making her latest album with Trey Anastasio, her favorite bass players, and so much more! Tue, 22 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000 Karina Jam: Karina Rykman full 2 7 Osiris Media Jonathan is joined by Karina Rykman this week! Karina talks about coming up in the NYC music scene, making her latest album with Trey Anastasio, her favorite bass players, and so much more! Jonathan is joined by Karina Rykman this week! Karina talks about coming up in the NYC music scene, making her latest album with Trey Anastasio, her favorite bass players, and so much more!

]]> 4108 Nitty Gritty Jam: John McEuen Jonathan is joined by the legendary John McEuen this week! John talks about the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, touring with Johnny Cash, the role he played in making Phish's Big Cypress festival happen, and so much more! The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 15 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000 Nitty Gritty Jam: John McEuen full 2 6 Osiris Media Jonathan is joined by the legendary John McEuen this week! John talks about the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, touring with Johnny Cash, the role he played in making Phish's Big Cypress festival happen, and so much more! The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Jonathan is joined by the legendary John McEuen this week! John talks about the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, touring with Johnny Cash, the role he played in making Phish's Big Cypress festival happen, and so much more!

The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time.

]]> 2936 Allman Jam: Devon Allman and Duane Betts This week Jonathan talks with Devon Allman and Duane Betts, of the Allman Betts Band and many other bands, both solo and together. They talk about their music, the legacy of the Allmans, and much more. The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 08 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000 Allman Jam: Devon Allman and Duane Betts full 2 5 Osiris Media This week Jonathan talks with Devon Allman and Duane Betts, of the Allman Betts Band and many other bands, both solo and together. They talk about their music, the legacy of the Allmans, and much more. The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. This week Jonathan talks with Devon Allman and Duane Betts, of the Allman Betts Band and many other bands, both solo and together. They talk about their music, the legacy of the Allmans, and much more.

The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time.

]]> 3149 Fox Sports Jam: Jacob Ullman This week, Jonathan speaks with Jacob Ullman. Jacob, a Senior VP at FOX Sports, has been instrumental in bringing his love for jam bands, especially the Grateful Dead and Phish, into sports broadcasts. A longtime Deadhead who attended over 100 shows before Jerry Garcia's passing, Ullman, along with like-minded colleagues, has worked to seamlessly mix jam band music into NFL, MLB, and NASCAR events. His approach has created a distinct blend of sports and music on FOX, adding a cool, eclectic vibe to their broadcasts. The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 01 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000 Fox Sports Jam: Jacob Ullman full 2 4 Osiris Media This week, Jonathan speaks with Jacob Ullman. Jacob, a Senior VP at FOX Sports, has been instrumental in bringing his love for jam bands, especially the Grateful Dead and Phish, into sports broadcasts. A longtime Deadhead who attended over 100 shows before Jerry Garcia's passing, Ullman, along with like-minded colleagues, has worked to seamlessly mix jam band music into NFL, MLB, and NASCAR events. His approach has created a distinct blend of sports and music on FOX, adding a cool, eclectic vibe to their broadcasts. The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. This week, Jonathan speaks with Jacob Ullman. Jacob, a Senior VP at FOX Sports, has been instrumental in bringing his love for jam bands, especially the Grateful Dead and Phish, into sports broadcasts. A longtime Deadhead who attended over 100 shows before Jerry Garcia's passing, Ullman, along with like-minded colleagues, has worked to seamlessly mix jam band music into NFL, MLB, and NASCAR events. His approach has created a distinct blend of sports and music on FOX, adding a cool, eclectic vibe to their broadcasts.

The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time.

]]> 2432 Hot Tuna Airplane Jam: Jorma Kaukonen This week, Jonathan speaks with the legendary Jorma Kaukonen. Jorma is known for his guitar playing with the Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna. He talks about his upbringing, longevity in music, and his relationship with Jack Cassady. The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 24 Sep 2024 16:35:00 -0000 Hot Tuna Airplane Jam: Jorma Kaukonen full 2 3 Osiris Media This week, Jonathan speaks with the legendary Jorma Kaukonen. Jorma is known for his guitar playing with the Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna. He talks about his upbringing, longevity in music, and his relationship with Jack Cassady. The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. This week, Jonathan speaks with the legendary Jorma Kaukonen. Jorma is known for his guitar playing with the Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna. He talks about his upbringing, longevity in music, and his relationship with Jack Cassady.

The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time.

]]> 3754 Rose Jam: Maggie Rose This week, Jonathan chats with the amazing Maggie Rose. Maggie is a firecracker with amazing talent, currently on tour in support of her new album No One Gets Out Alive. She's also a podcaster in her own right, as host of the Salute The Songbird podcast on the Osiris Network. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 17 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000 Rose Jam: Maggie Rose full 2 2 Osiris Media This week, Jonathan chats with the amazing Maggie Rose. Maggie is a firecracker with amazing talent, currently on tour in support of her new album No One Gets Out Alive. She's also a podcaster in her own right, as host of the Salute The Songbird podcast on the Osiris Network. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. This week, Jonathan chats with the amazing Maggie Rose. Maggie is a firecracker with amazing talent, currently on tour in support of her new album No One Gets Out Alive. She's also a podcaster in her own right, as host of the Salute The Songbird podcast on the Osiris Network.

Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts. 

The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time.

]]> 3848 Goose Jam: Rick Mitarotonda & Ben Baruch Welcome to season two! In the first episode, Jonathan sits down with Goose’s Rick Mitarotonda and manager Ben Baruch. They discuss Goose's trajectory, evolving approach to music and touring, and more. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000 Goose Jam: Rick Mitarotonda & Ben Baruch full 2 1 Osiris Media Welcome to season two! In the first episode, Jonathan sits down with Goose’s Rick Mitarotonda and manager Ben Baruch. They discuss Goose's trajectory, evolving approach to music and touring, and more. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Welcome to season two! In the first episode, Jonathan sits down with Goose’s Rick Mitarotonda and manager Ben Baruch. They discuss Goose's trajectory, evolving approach to music and touring, and more.

Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts. 

The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time.

]]> 3878 War Jam: Lonnie Jordan This week, Jonathan sits down with Lonnie Jordan, founding member of War. Lonnie has been a vocalist and played guitar, piano, synthesizer, and percussion. He and Jonathan discuss War and its impact on soul, R&B, funk, and more. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 14 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media This week, Jonathan sits down with Lonnie Jordan, founding member of War. Lonnie has been a vocalist and played guitar, piano, synthesizer, and percussion. He and Jonathan discuss War and its impact on soul, R&B, funk, and more. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. This week, Jonathan sits down with Lonnie Jordan, founding member of War. Lonnie has been a vocalist and played guitar, piano, synthesizer, and percussion. He and Jonathan discuss War and its impact on soul, R&B, funk, and more.

Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts. 

The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time.

]]> 3869 Bisco Jam: The Disco Biscuits (Marc Brownstein + Aron Magner) This week Jonathan is joined by Marc and Aron of The Disco Biscuits. They talk with Jonathan about the origins of the band and the unique sound, Camp Bisco and the legacy of the band, and the new album and trajectory. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 07 May 2024 14:00:00 -0000 full Osiris Media This week Jonathan is joined by Marc and Aron of The Disco Biscuits. They talk with Jonathan about the origins of the band and the unique sound, Camp Bisco and the legacy of the band, and the new album and trajectory. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. This week Jonathan is joined by Marc and Aron of The Disco Biscuits. They talk with Jonathan about the origins of the band and the unique sound, Camp Bisco and the legacy of the band, and the new album and trajectory.

Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts. 

The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time.

]]> 6099 Best Band I've Never Heard of Jam: Cymande This week Jonathan is joined by Cymande, a band with a long history and lots of overlap with the jam scene. They discuss the origins of the band, their legacy, and the vast sampling of their music (The Fugees, De La Soul, Questlove, Slick Rick, many more), soundtracks (Spike Lee's Crooklyn and more), and the playing of their music (Phish preshow, Rolling Stones preshow, and innumerable commercials). Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 30 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000 Cymande full 1 8 Osiris Media This week Jonathan is joined by Cymande, a band with a long history and lots of overlap with the jam scene. They discuss the origins of the band, their legacy, and the vast sampling of their music (The Fugees, De La Soul, Questlove, Slick Rick, many more), soundtracks (Spike Lee's Crooklyn and more), and the playing of their music (Phish preshow, Rolling Stones preshow, and innumerable commercials). Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. This week Jonathan is joined by Cymande, a band with a long history and lots of overlap with the jam scene. They discuss the origins of the band, their legacy, and the vast sampling of their music (The Fugees, De La Soul, Questlove, Slick Rick, many more), soundtracks (Spike Lee's Crooklyn and more), and the playing of their music (Phish preshow, Rolling Stones preshow, and innumerable commercials).

Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts. 

The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time.

]]> 4105 Photo Jam: Henry Diltz This week Jonathan sits down with Henry Diltz, the legendary photographer who brought us photos from Woodstock, Monterey Pop, and many other festivals, and shots for over 200 album covers. Henry and Jonathan talk about his life in Laurel Canyon and his work with The Doors and many other artists. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:52:49 -0000 Henry Diltz full 1 7 Osiris Media This week Jonathan sits down with Henry Diltz, the legendary photographer who brought us photos from Woodstock, Monterey Pop, and many other festivals, and shots for over 200 album covers. Henry and Jonathan talk about his life in Laurel Canyon and his work with The Doors and many other artists. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. This week Jonathan sits down with Henry Diltz, the legendary photographer who brought us photos from Woodstock, Monterey Pop, and many other festivals, and shots for over 200 album covers. Henry and Jonathan talk about his life in Laurel Canyon and his work with The Doors and many other artists.

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]]> 3703 Meter Jam: George Porter, Jr. This week Jonathan sits down with George Porter Jr., the legendary bassist from The Meters. He and Jonathan talk about all things Meters, and Funky Meters, as well as Porter's collaborations with so many—Dr. John, The Rolling Stones, Page McConnell, members of the Dead, and so many more. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 16 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000 George Porter, Jr. full Osiris Media This week Jonathan sits down with George Porter Jr., the legendary bassist from The Meters. He and Jonathan talk about all things Meters, and Funky Meters, as well as Porter's collaborations with so many—Dr. John, The Rolling Stones, Page McConnell, members of the Dead, and so many more. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. This week Jonathan sits down with George Porter Jr., the legendary bassist from The Meters. He and Jonathan talk about all things Meters, and Funky Meters, as well as Porter's collaborations with so many—Dr. John, The Rolling Stones, Page McConnell, members of the Dead, and so many more.

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]]> 3255 Doors Jam: Robby Krieger This week Jonathan sits down with Robby Krieger of The Doors. They talk about the origins of the band, writing classic songs like "Light My Fire," and Robby's prolific post-Doors career. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 09 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000 Doors Jam: Robby Krieger full 1 5 Osiris Media This week Jonathan sits down with Robby Krieger of The Doors. They talk about the origins of the band, writing classic songs like "Light My Fire," and Robby's prolific post-Doors career. Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. This week Jonathan sits down with Robby Krieger of The Doors. They talk about the origins of the band, writing classic songs like "Light My Fire," and Robby's prolific post-Doors career.

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]]> 3706 Fusion Jam: Billy Cobham This week legendary drummer Billy Cobham joins Jonathan to talk about his work with Miles Davis, the evolution of his playing and work with everyone from Mahavishnu Orchestra to Jazz is Dead.   Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 02 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000 Billy Cobham full 1 4 Osiris Media This week legendary drummer Billy Cobham joins Jonathan to talk about his work with Miles Davis, the evolution of his playing and work with everyone from Mahavishnu Orchestra to Jazz is Dead.   Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. This week legendary drummer Billy Cobham joins Jonathan to talk about his work with Miles Davis, the evolution of his playing and work with everyone from Mahavishnu Orchestra to Jazz is Dead.  

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]]> 4948 Feat Jam: Bill Payne This episode's guest is Bill Payne from Little Feat. Jonathan and Bill discuss his musical influences, the real beginnings of Little Feat, jamming with the Doobies and Phil & Friends, and his legendary collaborations.   Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0000 Payne full 1 3 Osiris Media This episode's guest is Bill Payne from Little Feat. Jonathan and Bill discuss his musical influences, the real beginnings of Little Feat, jamming with the Doobies and Phil & Friends, and his legendary collaborations.   Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. This episode's guest is Bill Payne from Little Feat. Jonathan and Bill discuss his musical influences, the real beginnings of Little Feat, jamming with the Doobies and Phil & Friends, and his legendary collaborations.  

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]]> 4888 Dawg Jam: Randy Jackson This episode's guest is Randy Jackson. Jonathan and Randy discuss New Orleans music and Randy's roots, his storied production career, American Idol, his collaborations, and how music is being carried forward today.  Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Tue, 19 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Randy Jackson full 1 2 Osiris Media This episode's guest is Randy Jackson. Jonathan and Randy discuss New Orleans music and Randy's roots, his storied production career, American Idol, his collaborations, and how music is being carried forward today.  Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. This episode's guest is Randy Jackson. Jonathan and Randy discuss New Orleans music and Randy's roots, his storied production career, American Idol, his collaborations, and how music is being carried forward today. 

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]]> 3373 The Jam: Dean Budnick The premiere of The Jam features Jonathan Shank in conversation with Relix editor-in-chief Dean Budnick. They discuss the early days of modern jam music, the H.O.R.D.E. Festival, the Jammy's, and a whole lot more.  Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:47:00 -0000 Dean Budnick full 1 1 Osiris Media The premiere of The Jam features Jonathan Shank in conversation with Relix editor-in-chief Dean Budnick. They discuss the early days of modern jam music, the H.O.R.D.E. Festival, the Jammy's, and a whole lot more.  Please subscribe and give us a review wherever you get your podcasts.  The Jam is hosted and produced by Jonathan Shank. Produced by Matt Dwyer and RJ Bee of Osiris Media. Audio Production by Matt Dwyer. Recorded at Sony in Los Angeles. Music by Amar Sastry. Thanks for listening, and see you next time. The premiere of The Jam features Jonathan Shank in conversation with Relix editor-in-chief Dean Budnick. They discuss the early days of modern jam music, the H.O.R.D.E. Festival, the Jammy's, and a whole lot more. 

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