“Un-Block The Music” talks a lot about Broadway shows. I also talk about concerts and albums, but I don ‘t spend a lot of time on Cabarets. After speaking to Karen Mason, I am more excited about them then ever. While Karen has done her share of Broadway shows, including Mamma Mia, Sunset Boulevard and... Continue Reading →
Women Wednesdays: Let Karen Mason Entertain You Through The Pandemic
It’s Women Wednesday, and “Un-Block The Music” is whetting your appetite for the next exceptional woman I interviewed. It’s Karen Mason! Karen is part of the next TWO Bite-Sized Broadway shows that I featured on the blog last week ( https://unblockthemusic.blog/2020/10/06/get-your-fix-of-new-musical-theater-twice-a-month-on-bite-sized-broadway-a-mini-musical-podcast/). And, that’s not all. What are you doing tonight? Available? Buy a ticket to Karen’s... Continue Reading →
Women Wednesdays: Stevie Wonder, Beyonce & Donna Summer Have 1 Thing In Common: Victoria Theodore!
Feelings of joy envelope you when speaking with Pianist/Composer/Musical Director Victoria Theodore. “Un-Block The Music” appreciates such delight and positivity every day! “The prevailing concept in my life is gratefulness,” she said. People recognize that energy, and it serves her tremendously, and I believe it is a huge part of her success. While one of... Continue Reading →
Women Wednesdays: Musical Director Victoria Theodore Announces An Immersive Show With Her Band, EnSPirits, Oct. 10th
It is Wednesday, and “Un-Block The Music” just posted a story called The Second Man…LOL…But, I have more!!! Victoria Theodore gave me an interview just in time for me to promote her immersive show on October 10th. If you don’t recognize her name, you will recognize her work. Not only was she the musical director... Continue Reading →
Dear Evan Hansen, Hamilton, Hadestown, Tina: Nevin Steinberg On Working With Women On Sound As A Conscious Decision
After talking to all of the amazing women behind the international sound consoles of Dear Evan Hansen (DEH), “Un-Block The Music” was able to secure an interview with Nevin Steinberg, who is the sound designer for the Broadway show and who had the foresight to hire these women. “To work, I always gather a lot... Continue Reading →
Women Wednesdays: From “Emojiland” To “Ugly Dolls” To “Marriage Material,” Laura Schein Proves She Is More Than A Smize
Cover Photo Mark J. Franklin Every time I interview a successful person involved with music, I relive my own path. Since this article is not about me, I won’t drone on about how I became a music journalist/writer, but I will tell you that meeting Laura Schein reminded so much of myself and having a... Continue Reading →
Women Wednesdays Part 2: Melissa Errico’s Beautiful Tribute To Michel Legrand & His Music
“Un-Block The Music” (UBTM) remembers watching Michel Legrand on The Merv Griffin Show, I think way back in the 1970s when my love of music just started to be cultivated. He looked so European and I remember being so very fascinated. His music was different from anything else I had ever heard (Of course, I... Continue Reading →
Women Wednesdays: “My Fair Lady’s” Melissa Errico Shares Success With Her Mentors Who Prod Her, Cheer Her, & Prod Her Again!—Part 1
Finally! “Un-Block The Music” brings you my extended interview with the talented Melissa Errico promised to you earlier this summer. As this blog continues to grow, I find that while all artists are different, they also come from a similar place in their heart. I hope that reading “Un-Block The Music’s” (UBTM) interviews during the... Continue Reading →
Women Wednesdays: Songwriter Holly Gewandter Proves Female Teams (Eg. Sarah Stiles) Are Golden
As the world is somehow reimagined this year, artists like Holly Gewandter already are a step ahead of the rest in more ways than one. Do you remember Cinderella: The Real True Story? It’s the story of when Cinderella found her Princess! (More on that later). “Un-block The Music” found Holly Gewandter when I came... Continue Reading →
Women Wednesdays: “Un-Block” Talks To Melissa Crespo & Rachel Sussman About Playbill’s Centennial Celebration Tonight
Perhaps the first few weeks of quarantine let you catch up on much needed rest, but now…five months later…I think many of us need the rest from quarantine. Lucky for “Un-Block The Music,” I have been able to speak to amazing people who may not have had time for me under regular circumstances. And, for... Continue Reading →