Join hosts Lee Zimmerman & Billy Hubbard as they take you backstage for conversations with singer songwriters, musicians, and music industry professionals! Lee Zimmerman is a freelance music writer whose articles have appeared in several leading music industry publications. Lee is a former promotions representative for ABC and Capital Records and director of communications for various CBS affiliated television stations. Lee recently authored "Americana Music - Voices, Visionaries & Pioneers of an Honest Sound" which is now available on Amazon and other outlets. Lee also played a key role in securing airplay for Jimmy Buffett’s first major hit, “Margaritaville” so you can blame him for the fact that it’s become something akin to a Parrot heads’ national anthem! During his time at Capital records Lee also worked with such legends as Paul McCartney, Bob Seger, the Steve Miller Band, and others. You can contact Lee at lezim@bellsouth.net. Billy Hubbard is a Tennessee based Singe
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Signup to Generate a PitchJoin hosts Lee Zimmerman & Billy Hubbard as they take you backstage for conversations with singer songwriters, musicians, and music industry professionals! Lee Zimmerman is a freelance music writer whose articles have appeared in several leading music industry publications. Lee is a former promotions representative for ABC and Capital Records and director of communications for various CBS affiliated television stations.
Recent episodes include "Son of Elvis Part 2 - John Smith Presley Say's His DNA Proves He's The Son Of Elvis & Talks About His New Documentary" (9 December 2024, 60 minutes), "Michelle Malone Discusses Her Latest Album Featuring an Array of Special Guests" (2 December 2024, 50 minutes), and "Paul Kelly's Fever Keeps Burning To Light A Decades Long Career" (25 November 2024, 26 minutes).
My Backstage Pass publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 39 minutes across 65 episodes.
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My Backstage Pass is a music podcast with 65 episodes published.
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Episode #65
<p>Join Billy Hubbard and his wife Sarah on this part 2 special episode with Singer Songwriter John Smith Presley, a man who has presented DNA and other convincing evidence to prove he is the son of Elvis Presley, and...
Episode #64
<p>Michelle Malone joins hosts Billy and Sarah Hubbard for a fun conversation about her 16th studio album, <b>Southern Comfort</b><b>! </b>The record features a collective of all star special guests including Buddy...
Episode #63
<p>Paul Kelly is one of the leading artists making music in Australia and given his remarkable legacy — consisting of some 29 albums and a career that extends back nearly four decades — he rightfully deserves his place...
Episode #62
<p>Rachael Sage sometimes seems like a force of nature. A distinctive and expressive artist, she could also be considered as one of the individuals at the forefront of the women's movement, having founded her own record...
Episode #61
<p>Note from My Backstage Pass producer and host Billy Hubbard - <br/>After hearing the sad news of the passing of our legendary producer/engineer friend Jim Gaines on November 9th 2024, I wanted to re-release this...
Episode #60
<p>It’s little wonder why Grammy Award winning guitarist, vocalist, producer, and band leader Warren Haynes has been hailed by every major publication worldwide. As a solo artist, member of the Allman Brothers Band and...
Episode #59
<p>Grayson Capps is an intuitive songwriter, but on his latest album — his seventh to date — he backtracks to his earliest influences with an affecting set of covers that he became enamored with early on. Titled...
Episode #58
<p>Reckless Kelly boasts an indomitable career all their own. Led by brothers Willy (vocals/guitar) and Cody Braun (vocals/fiddle/mandolin/harmonica), they’re often referred to as an “alternative country-rock” outfit...
Episode #57
<p>Cody Braun is one of the guiding lights in Reckless Kelly, a band long known as one of the beacons of Austin’s much fabled music scene. Along with his brother Willy, he’s played an essential role in the 17 studio...
Episode #56
<p>Join hosts Billy and Sarah Hubbard for a fun late night hangout with Billy Droze and his manager Donna Sue Roberts for a conversation filled with laughter! <br/><br/>Born in Lafayette, Louisiana in 1986, the 10th of...
Episode #55
<p>There’s an old saying, “Like father, like son.” Nevertheless, being the child of a famous parent can be a double edged sword. Certain doors may be opened but the expectations can run very high. <br/><br/>That would...
Episode #54
<p>By any description, Randall Bramblett can claim a varied career. Aside from the fact that he’s released no fewer than 15 solo albums, as a solo artist, he’s also been a much in-demand session player, having worked...
Episode #53
<p><b>The milestone tenth studio album from folk-blues luminary Ruthie Foster, </b><b>Mileage</b><b> finds the singer-songwriter reflecting on a life that’s been full of professional triumphs, courtesy of a musical...
Episode #52
<p>Rich Ulloa has always been passionate about music. That was evident early on when he established one of the most important independent record stores in the nation with Miami's Yesterday and Today Records. That led to...
Episode #51
<p>Wyatt Ellis shares his backstory and music from his debut album <b>Happy Valley</b>. <br/><br/>Born not far from the Great Smoky Mountains, Wyatt Ellis' first recollection of hearing the mandolin was Bobby Osborne’s...
Episode #50
<p>(Hear part 2 at this link https://www.buzzsprout.com/1300885/episodes/16246491 ) <br/>Join Billy Hubbard and his wife Sarah on this special episode with Author/Screenwriter Rich Carlburg and Singer Songwriter John...
Episode #49
<p>Charlie Overbey, once labeled the “Punk Rock Spy In The House Of Honky Tonk" by none other than Lemmy of Motorhead, has redefined the outlaw ethos of Americana music. That’s never been more evident than with the...
Episode #48
<p>Simply stated, Steep Canyon Rangers rank among the upper echelon of today’s most prominent bluegrass bands. They’ve extended their musical template far beyond any confined parameters and into the realms of mass...
Episode #47
<p>Grammy nominated artist Steve Forbert, best known for the classic "Romeo's Tune," is a true American musical treasure, a fact underscored by his newest album Daylight Savings Time, to be released on September 20...
Episode #46
<p>Although many people still think of him as the “And Oates” in the extraordinarily successful Hall & Oates, one of the best-selling duos of all time, John Oates stands on his own as a prolific singer, songwriter...
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