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Jack Ashton - Part 2
<p>Send us a text</p><p>In this episode you'll hear Jack Ashton talk about what an album promotor did back in the 1970's, and how that job has been turned inside out by the internet. </p>


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Hosted by James Oatway · arts · EN-US
James Oatway is here to talk about all things music, wine and some other gripes and grapes. You will hear from everyone from musicians to winemakers and other industry insiders. If you're a human being with a soul - you rely on music and booze to get you through your life. We are all moved by a spirit whether it's in a glass or coming out of the speakers.
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Signup to Generate a PitchJames Oatway is here to talk about all things music, wine and some other gripes and grapes. You will hear from everyone from musicians to winemakers and other industry insiders. If you're a human being with a soul - you rely on music and booze to get you through your life.
Rock And Grapes Presents: is hosted by James Oatway. The show has published 54 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Jack Ashton - Part 2" (4 November 2025, 41 minutes), "Dave DiMartino - Former Editor of CREEM Magazine PT 2" (4 November 2025, 45 minutes), and "Steve Meyer - PT 3" (4 November 2025, 36 minutes).
Booking probability for Rock And Grapes Presents: is 23%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Rock And Grapes Presents: requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Rock And Grapes Presents:'s contact route on record: public web form.
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James Oatway hosts Rock And Grapes Presents:, an arts podcast with 54 episodes published.
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Episode #2
<p>Send us a text</p><p>In this episode you'll hear Jack Ashton talk about what an album promotor did back in the 1970's, and how that job has been turned inside out by the internet. </p>

Episode #11
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Jack and James speak to CREEM magazine's former editor, Dave DiMartino, in part two of a special two part episode. Dave talks about grocery shopping with Rock Stars, sharing a urinal with George...

Episode #17
<p>Send us a text</p><p>James and Jack have their final instalment with former National Promotion Director for Capitol Records, Steve Meyer. Steve has even more stories about The Beatles, Elton John, and much more. You...

Episode #6
<p>Send us a text</p><p>This week Jack and I speak with Steve Meyer, former long time National Promotion Director for Capitol Records. Steve has the pleasure of working closely with Bob Seger and his management team as...

Episode #1
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Meet your hosts, <b>James Oatway </b>and <b>Jack Ashton</b>, who are going to take you on a ride through the last several decades, diving into the Rock'n'Roll scene and mapping out what the music...

Episode #10
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Jack and James speak to CREEM magazine's former editor, Dave DiMartino, in part one of a special two part episode. Dave talks about the early days at CREEM magazine, Jim Morrison exposing himself...

Episode #12
<p>Send us a text</p><p>James and Jack speak with legendary rock guitarist, Paul Warren, whose storied career takes him from Motown to working with a string of bands, and touring the world with some of the biggest names...

Episode #8
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Joel Denver, President and Co-Publisher of All Access Music Group (all access.com) THE information portal for the radio and music business, sits down and speaks with James and Jack about his well...

Episode #13
<p>Send us a text</p><p>James and Jack conclude their discussion with rock guitarist <b>Paul Warren</b> in this special <b>PT 2 </b>segment. Paul talks about working for <b>Rod Stewart, Pacific Gas & Electric</b>...

Episode #20
<p>Send us a text</p><p>This week James and Jack speak with Canadian Radio Legend Jake Edwards, "Bro Jake". We spoke to Jake about the creation of "The Champ"( a timely radio skit that would cause 2021 to have Jake...

Episode #16
<p>Send us a text</p><p>James and Jack have their old friend, former National Promotion Director for Capitol Records, Steve Meyer, back for round two. Steve has even more stories about The Beatles, Elton John, Grand...

Episode #18
<p>Send us a text</p><p>This week James and Jack speak with world renown powerhouse back up singer Shaun Murphy. Shaun, throughout her long and impressive career has provided vocals and percussion for Bob Seger, Eric...

Episode #7
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Bob Catania, former National Director for RCA and Island records, innovator and co-owner of whatsin-storemusic.com, talks to us about how he went from college radio and the mail room to the big...

Episode #4
<p>Send us a text</p><p>This week Jack and James speak with world renown rock photographer Tom Weschler about life on the road as Bob Seger's Tour Manager and more than fifty years of being one of the most prolific rock...

Episode #19
<p>Send us a text</p><p>This week James and Jack speak with Paul Kingery of Three Dog Night. Paul lets us in on what it was like to tour with Rick Springfield, pop-sensation Tiffany, and his long stint being a core...

Episode #7
<p>Send us a text</p><p><b>Russ Little</b>, trombonist, composer, arranger, and conductor has had a fairly storied career in the Canadian music business. Starting off with a little band by the name of <b>Lighthouse</b>...

Episode #6
<p>Send us a text</p><p>This week I visit Dobbin Estate. Dobbin Estate has been designed to be a premium winery and the consulting team of Ann Sperling and Peter Gamble have made certain that all conditions are perfect...

Episode #5
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Again we skip the Grapes and go directly to the Rock. Former record exec from<b> Capitol Records</b>, <b>Steve Meyer</b>, and <b>Part II</b> speaking about the great <b>Al Coury,</b> <b>Vice...

Episode #4
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Today we skip the Grapes and go directly to the Rock. Former record exec from<b> Capitol Records</b>, <b>Steve Meyer</b>, speaks with me about the great <b>Al Coury,</b> <b>Vice President of...

Episode #3
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Well, the <b>January Rock And Grapes Count Down</b> has come to an end. I will count down the Top Ten wines until we get to #1, that honour going to <b>Leaning Post</b>, for their <b>2020 Senchuk...
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