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Count It Off!

Jeff Dayton

Your fresh new window into the world of music thru the eyes of the folks that make it happen

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Ep. 24: Matt "Dr. Fink" – Inside Prince’s Revolution

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2025/08/05

This week, we’re diving deep into the purple legacy with a true pioneer of the Minneapolis Sound: Matt "Dr. Fink" Prince. As the longtime keyboardist for Prince and an original member of The Revolution, Dr. Fink was a key architect of the sonic landscapes behind some of Prince’s most groundbreaking work — from *Dirty Mind* and *1999* to *Purple Rain* and beyond.In this candid conversation, Matt shares firsthand stories from the studio and the stage: what it was like to collaborate with

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29:09

Callum Kerr - Star actor on Netflix and rising...

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2025/07/29

Scottish-born Callum Kerr has a great double-fisted career going... he's starred in seasons 2-6 of the Netflix series Virgin River and acted in 12 other shows and now, he's making his Grand Ole Opry debut with his soulful, gritty voice and A-list production. We talk about his life in Edinburgh Scotland, his acting career but mostly about his enthusiasm for a debut album, produced by Dann and David Huff. They just don't come any better and I know you'll love his relaxed personality

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Neil Freeman - Country Radio with the Indie...

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2025/07/22

Country station BOB-FM is a rare example of independent playlists and down-home personalities. Neil Freeman joins us to talk about his rise from small market radio to one of the top-rated stations in the Minneapolis/St. Paul market. They also are one of the few country stations that love to play homegrown artists. Learn what they look for in submissions and how they give back to the community as well.

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43:40

Andy Peake - Groove Master to the stars, Recording...

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2025/07/15

Join us as we chat with Andy Peake and hear about his long history as the timekeeper for some of the best artists we've known, from Delbert McClinton to Nicolette Larson, Lee Roy Parnell to Don Williams and more. We cover some of the challenges as an independent recording artist as well. He's got history in Boulder, Gainesville and the past 35 years in Nashville. Hang out with us!

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46:03

Mike Simmonz - Metal Guitar in a Country Town and...

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2025/07/15

From Music City comes a slayin' hard rocker who's seen it all, from the hair band heyday of LA in the early 80s to his current gig at possibly the #1 recording studio in Nashville. Mike has a great love for his heroes - Richie Blackmore, Eddie Van Halen and more. We'll also talk about his new book "Tennessee Metal" and more. Grab a coffee and join us for some cool guitar instrumentals and tales of the Roxy and the Rainbow Room. Recommended!

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49:06

Chris Daniels - CO Music Hall of Famer, Telluride...

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2025/07/08

Colorado recording artist Chris Daniels talks about releasing his 20th album "Blues With Horns II," working with Sonny Landreth and Billy Payne, touring Europe and the US and so much more. We also get a very personal inside view of tackling his acute myeloid leukemia and pulmonary fibrosis and being a 10 year survivor, plus playing 40 shows a year, teaching at the University of Colorado, producing records, staying positive and most of all, keeping it real. This is without a doubt one of most

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42:08

Thom Shepherd - #1 Hit writer - Redneck Yacht Club to...

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2025/07/01

Join us as we get to know this prolific hit writer and trace his journey from St. Louis to Nashville. Over 100 songs recorded by Blake Shelton to George Jones and more, including five #1 chart hits. We talk about being new in Nashville and 'making it.' He's as positive and fun a guest as his ever-present smile would indicate. Twice nominated for a Grammy Award, he's also huge on the Parrothead circuit with the Trop Rock crowd. You'll like him for sure!

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52:15

Kevin Odegard talks Bob Dylan, recording Blood On The...

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2025/06/25

Join us as we learn about Kevin's star-crossed journey from railroad brakeman to Tangled Up In Blue guitarist and beyond. We have some fun hearing about being in the studio with the legendary Bob Dylan and his connections to the early crew that helped Prince launch his enormous career. He turned a west coast group into the international National Academy of Songwriters, lining up superstar members like Paul McCartney and Lionel Richie, and fighting for songwriters' rights in Washington DC

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Jim West talks country radio, Buck Owens and more Ep. 16

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2025/06/16

50 year radio legend Jim West and I chat about his career in country music and what makes a great station great. He shares stories that includes Dick Clark, Garth Brooks, George Strait and more. How do local bands get their songs on radio? We'll cover that too. Enjoy!

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Brian Wilson Remembered - David Sandler Ep 15

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2025/06/13

In the late 60s and early 70s, David worked side-by-side with the late great Brian Wilson. You'll hear the first-person stories and we'll play some music to show the influence Brian had on his young understudy and collaborator. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind interview.

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49:00

Christie Huff - Rising star in Nashville, LA and the...

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2025/06/10

Christie and I discuss her burgeoning career in music as a young songwriter, artist and influencer. We'll hear some of her music and learn about the differences between LA and Nashville, talk about streaming and the new hot topic, AI.All that, plus we learn about her years around the world as a medical volunteer with her doctor parents in places like India,Africa and the Far East.She's upbeat, clean and a lot of fun. Hope you'll listen in!

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Jerry Foster - Hall of Fame Nashville songwriter with...

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2025/06/10

Alabama native Jerry Foster is a real storyteller and he's had a huge career around the greats. From Elvis to Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Charlie Pride and Johnny Paycheck, he's penned their chart records for decades. Don't miss this one! Jerry is a beloved force in Nashville still today, with plans for a new TV series.. We'll learn his secrets of staying young too. I love this guy and you will too.

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52:48

Case Hardin - New traditional Texas country artist...

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2025/06/10

Case Hardin is a chart-topping cowboy singer, raised on hard work, ranching and rodeo in west Texas. His young career is taking off and he's got some of the Lone Star State's biggest names giving him a hand up. We talk about how rodeo runs generations deep in his family, we'll check out some of his #1 songs and his dreams for the future. If you love George Strait and Cody Johnson, don't miss this one!

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39:10

John Patti talks Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefers,...

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2025/06/03

If you're a Jimmy Buffett fan, you will probably love the music and conversation with steel drum player John Patti. One of a very few specialists on the official instrument of Trinidad & Tobago, he tours the US, the tropics and all over the globe. Trop Rock music is what the beach music of the Parrotheads is sometimes called and our guest has played with all the Coral Reefers and many more. Don't miss his cool original music either!

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27:18

Taylor Roberts talks 7 string jazz guitar and Rolling...

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2025/05/27

Taylor Roberts is part of a very small club - he plays 7-string jazz ala Bucky Pizarelli and George Van Eps. Based in Jacksonville, Florida.he just finished a sold-out West Coast tour. His encounters with the Stones and the jazz world are great stories and he's as classy as his music. He's been featured in Jazz Guitar Life and many others. Don't miss it!

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42:51

Eddie K - Hit George Strait songwriter, hit artist...

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2025/05/20

Native New Yorker Eddie Kilgallon - best known as EddieK - traces his journey from working in a New York restaurant to founding member of the 90s hit Nashville group Ricochet to writing a career #1 song for King George and his current job as tour manager and bandleader for Eddie Montgomery. We'll get to hear some fun music and learn how just "showing up:" can pay huge dividends.

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Roger Bartlett - The First Coral Reefer with Jimmy...

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2025/05/20

Roger Bartlett's story is an awesome saga of opportunity colliding with talent and drive. From New York to the Gulf Coast, we explore his journey, do a little name dropping and listen to his songs that were recorded by Buffett and on his own records. Recommended!

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43:27

Rich Eckhardt - 26 years with Toby Keith and the...

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2025/05/13

Rich Eckhart is an example of the deep well of Nashville guitar talent and his quarter-century with the late great Toby Keith bears that out. We'll hear some of his music and explore the road with him. Don't miss it!

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Michael Broening - 25 Smooth Jazz #1s to working...

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2025/05/13

Phoenix smooth jazz producer Mike Browning (aka Michael B) shares his journey from teaching keyboard lessons to a top-tier producer and artist. He's got so many cool 'happenstances' in his story and he's a mellow guy to boot.We'll hear some of his music and name check Paul McCartney among others. Be sure to listen!

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42:24

Kim Parent - Nashville vocals from the Opry to...

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2025/05/06

Kim's an awesome singer - as you'll hear - and we're stoked to have her on Count It Off!She'll share her stories and music as we talk all things Nashville, touring with the likes of Brooks & Dunn, Kathy Mattea, Christopher Cross and singing in the background vocals group on the Grand Ole Opry stage. She's an awesome artist in her own right and has a warmth and humor we know you'll love. So glad to introduce her to all of you! Please share this show with your musical

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