Showing posts with label the liberty code. Show all posts
Showing posts with label the liberty code. Show all posts

Friday, March 20, 2026

RICK VITO REVERED GUITARIST AND SINGER BEST KNOWN AS A MEMBER OF FLEETWOOD MAC RELEASING ALL SLIDE INSTRUMENTAL ALBUM: ZOOM INTERVIEW W/RAY SHASHO

 

 R I C K   V I T O

Grammy-nominated guitarist

 singer and producer 

Best Known as a Member of

the Legendary Supergroup

FLEETWOOD MAC 

Releasing All-Instrumental Disc

Entitled

'SLIDEMASTER'

Played Exclusively On Slide Guitar

Zoom Special Edition on

Interviewing the Legends with Ray Shasho


Grammy-nominated guitarist, singer and producer, Rick Vito is perhaps best known as a member of the legendary supergroup Fleetwood Mac (1987-1991). His guitar work and songs are featured on their albums, 'Greatest Hits,' 'Behind The Mask, 'The Very Best Of Fleetwood Mac,' 'The Chain,' and the live concert DVD, 'Tango In The Night'. He later partnered with Mick Fleetwood to form the Mick Fleetwood Blues Band feat. Rick Vito. Shortly after the release of their CD, 'Blue Again,' Vito was nominated for a 2010 Grammy Award in the 'Best Traditional Blues' category as both artist and producer. 

Of particular note, Rick's now iconic slide guitar solo on Bob Seger's 'Like A Rock,' has been heard and heralded by untold millions, both on Seger's hit albums and as the guitar voice on the Chevy truck TV commercial ads which ran over ten years. His solo albums began with Atlantic Records in 1992, after which he began performing worldwide with his own band. His unique guitar work has also appeared on hundreds of recordings by such legendary Rock & Roll and Blues Hall of Fame artists as Bonnie Raitt, John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, John Fogerty, Little Richard, Leon Russell, Boz Scaggs, John Prine, Delbert McClinton, Roy Orbison, Jackson Browne and scores of others. Vito is also the recipient of the W.C. Handy Blues Award for the song of the year, 'It's Two A.M.' recorded by Shemekia Copeland. A designer of Art Deco and Modernistic guitars, Rick's stunning 'Rick Vito Soul Agent' Signature model guitar is currently available from Reverend Guitars.

This is the fourth edition of Reverend Signature models bearing Rick's name and design features. In 2020 Rick appeared alongside Christine McVie (in her final performance), Billy Gibbons, Pete Townsend, David Gilmour, Bill Wyman, John Mayall and a host of other musical luminaries in 'Mick Fleetwood & Friends Celebrate the Music of Peter Green' concert filmed in London, now available on CD and DVD.


Rick Vito’s new album, Slidemaster, will be officially released on out April 3rd on MoMojo Records from this Grammy-nominated guitarist Rick Vito, is an  all-instrumental disc. Pre-orders for Slidemaster are available now. This unique recording is a compilation of Rick’s all-instrumental cuts played exclusively on slide guitar, in the style of which he is universally renowned. It features both new material plus some of his best former releases which were remixed and mastered specifically for the album. Rick’s takes on Peter Green’s “Albatross,” and “The Supernatural,” Sam Cooke’s, “A Change Is Gonna Come,” and the originals, “Vegas Jump,” and “Soul Shadows,” are not to be missed! 

PURCHASE
 
THE NEW RELEASE
BY

RICK VITO

SLIDEMASTER

AT

 


FOR MORE INFORMATION

ABOUT

RICK VITO

VISIT

https://www.rickvito.com/

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

https://www.facebook.com/rickvitoguitar/

FACEBOOK

https://www.instagram.com/rickvitoguitar/

INSTAGRAM

https://www.youtube.com/@rickvitoguitar

YOUTUBE

https://open.spotify.com/artist/0yC7EvUceCEZm3ZeawauQA

SPOTIFY

 

RICK VITO

DISCOGRAPHY

With Fleetwood Mac

The Mick Fleetwood Blues Band Featuring Rick Vito

  • 2008 : Blue Again!
  • 2016 : Live at the Belly Up Tavern 

Solo albums







RICK VITO

APPEARS

MARCH 26TH

ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS

WITH RAY SHASHO

RAY'S NEW NOVEL

'THE LIBERTY CODE'

The Liberty Code is a thrilling blend of science fiction, political intrigue, and military strategy. With its compelling characters, intricate plot, and timely themes, this novel offers a captivating journey through a world where the line between fiction and reality blurs. It's a must-read for fans of dystopian futures, extraterrestrial encounters, and high-stakes political drama.

Are you ready to decode the secrets of The Liberty Code and join the fight for Earth's future?

LIBERTY CODE TEASER




AVAILABLE 

NOW!

RAY'S INCREDIBLE NEW 
POLITICAL THRILLER
SCI-FI BOOK!
THE
 LIBERTY
 CODE

In a near-future America, where democracy has collapsed under the iron grip of the Commonwealth Party, redemption lies in the unlikeliest of places—a novel. The Liberty Code, penned by decorated Marine veteran and journalist Sam Edwards, uncovers the hidden truths of a dystopian world teetering on the edge of annihilation.

Guided by telepathic messages from two Centauri extraterrestrial ambassadors, J-Rod and Naxia, who secretly collaborate with the U.S. Air Force, Edwards reveals a master plan to save Earth. This gripping tale begins as fiction but evolves into a stark reality, reflecting real-world geopolitical conflicts and revolutionary military operations.

OFFICIAL TRAILER


A WARNING ABOUT THE LIBERTY CODE BY THE CENTAURIANS 




AVAILABLE AT
 bookbaby.com
amazon.com
and on audiobook 
at barnesandnoble.com
SPOTIFY.COM

PURCHASE HERE

https://store.bookbaby.com/book/the-liberty-code?srsltid=AfmBOoosm9yL_n_mIiQdRmnY5RgaxapZTnzc8iB1Jy0F7FDLixFQaNOp


NEW RELEASE
 BY THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED
 NEW ARTIST KYLIE WILLOW
AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY
BROUGHT TO YOU BY
RAY SHASHO'S NEW PRODUCTION COMPANY
ROCK RAYMOND PRODUCTIONS



Sunday, March 8, 2026

FRANK HANNON CO-FOUNDER AND LEAD GUITARIST OF THE HARD ROCK BAND T E S L A RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO! ZOOM EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH RAY SHASHO


 FRANK HANNON

CO-FOUNDER AND LEAD GUITARIST

OF THE HARD ROCK BAND

T E S L A

RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO 

"SAN FRANCISCO"

 FROM HIS LATEST RELEASE

'REFLECTIONS'

ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT ON 

INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS


Frank Hannon, co-founder and lead guitarist of the hard rock band TESLA, has released a new music video for his instrumental track “San Francisco.” The song taps into a deeper improvisational lineage Frank has long been part of -– a side of his playing that has often lived just outside the spotlight of his arena-rock success and highlights a more exploratory guitar voice that many listeners may not immediately associate with him.

“San Francisco” is the latest single from his new, country-western infused instrumental album, Reflections. The video features original, hand-played oil-light visuals from Brotherhood of Light Show artist Chris Samardizch, directly connecting the project to the Fillmore-era psychedelic tradition that helped shape the Bay Area jam scene.

While Frank is widely known for his arena-rock legacy, another side of his story has always leaned toward improvisation and the communal Bay Area tradition. His father-in-law was Dickey Betts, and that melodic, exploratory sensibility runs through his phrasing. He has sat in multiple times with moe. and built a close musical bond with members of the Allman Betts family, earning credibility in rooms where his metal reputation initially raised eyebrows. Growing up in Northern California, the influence of Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, and Santana shaped how he approaches harmony and feel on the guitar.

That spirit is front and center on Reflections, an instrumental album that feels like a natural evolution for him. Recorded as raw first takes with an emphasis on touch and emotional arc, it captures instinct over polish. “San Francisco” was tracked as an open-ended jam, beginning with live bass and expanded through one-take guitar overdubs, moving from psychedelic textures into a flamenco-inspired bridge.
Frank first connected with Samardizch at the Fillmore while performing with Devon Allman and Duane Betts, making the collaboration feel rooted in shared history. The Brotherhood of Light Show lineage traces back to the Summer of Love, the Monterey Pop Festival, and decades at the Fillmore Auditorium.



PURCHASE

THE LATEST RELEASE

FROM

FRANK HANNON

entitled

‘REFLECTIONS’

AT

https://frankhannon.com/#shop



FOR MORE INFORMATION

ABOUT

FRANK HANNON

VISIT

https://frankhannon.com/

Official Website

https://www.facebook.com/FrankHannonOfficial/

FACEBOOK

https://www.instagram.com/frankhannonofficial/

INSTAGRAM

https://www.tiktok.com/@frankhannonoffical

TIKTOK

https://music.apple.com/us/album/walk-in-the-rain-single/1800938197

APPLE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTI7a_fifBM

YOUTUBE

https://open.spotify.com/artist/5AMduyuBdM2L6KwtUQ3dIg?si=dxGQkEgcS22OT5mWmBeBtA&nd=1&dlsi=58015769693d415a

SPOTIFY


Discography

with Tesla

Mechanical Resonance (1986)

The Great Radio Controversy (1989)

Psychotic Supper (1991)

Bust a Nut (1994)

Into the Now (2004)

Real to Reel (2007)

Real to Reel, Vol. 2 (2007)

Forever More (2008)

Twisted Wires & theAcoustic Sessions (2011)

Simplicity (2014)

Shock (2019)


Solo albums

Guitarz from Marz (2005)

Gypsy Highway (2010)

Six String Soldiers (2012, with Frank Hannon Band)

World Peace (unknown release date)

From One Place to Another, Vol. 1 & 2 (unknown release dates)

Reflections (2025)






FRANK  HANNON 

APPEARS

MARCH 12TH 2026

ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS

WITH RAY SHASHO


RAY'S NEW NOVEL

'THE LIBERTY CODE'

The Liberty Code is a thrilling blend of science fiction, political intrigue, and military strategy. With its compelling characters, intricate plot, and timely themes, this novel offers a captivating journey through a world where the line between fiction and reality blurs. It's a must-read for fans of dystopian futures, extraterrestrial encounters, and high-stakes political drama.

Are you ready to decode the secrets of The Liberty Code and join the fight for Earth's future?

LIBERTY CODE TEASER




AVAILABLE 

NOW!

RAY'S INCREDIBLE NEW 
POLITICAL THRILLER
SCI-FI BOOK!
THE
 LIBERTY
 CODE

In a near-future America, where democracy has collapsed under the iron grip of the Commonwealth Party, redemption lies in the unlikeliest of places—a novel. The Liberty Code, penned by decorated Marine veteran and journalist Sam Edwards, uncovers the hidden truths of a dystopian world teetering on the edge of annihilation.

Guided by telepathic messages from two Centauri extraterrestrial ambassadors, J-Rod and Naxia, who secretly collaborate with the U.S. Air Force, Edwards reveals a master plan to save Earth. This gripping tale begins as fiction but evolves into a stark reality, reflecting real-world geopolitical conflicts and revolutionary military operations.

OFFICIAL TRAILER


A WARNING ABOUT THE LIBERTY CODE BY THE CENTAURIANS 




AVAILABLE AT
 bookbaby.com
amazon.com
and on audiobook 
at barnesandnoble.com
SPOTIFY.COM

PURCHASE HERE

https://store.bookbaby.com/book/the-liberty-code?srsltid=AfmBOoosm9yL_n_mIiQdRmnY5RgaxapZTnzc8iB1Jy0F7FDLixFQaNOp


NEW RELEASE
 BY THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED
 NEW ARTIST KYLIE WILLOW
AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY
BROUGHT TO YOU BY
RAY SHASHO'S NEW PRODUCTION COMPANY
ROCK RAYMOND PRODUCTIONS

Thursday, July 31, 2025

REBECCA PIDGEON SINGER/SONGWRITER/MUSICIAN/ MOTION PICTURE AND TV ACTRESS RELEASING HER TWELFTH SOLO ALBUM ‘UNILLUSION’ ZOOM EXCLUSIVE ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS WITH RAY SHASHO

 


R E B E C C A

 P I D G E O N

 SINGER/SONGWRITER/MUSICIAN

MOTION PICTURE AND TELEVISION ACTRESS 

RELEASING HER TWELFTH SOLO ALBUM 

‘UNILLUSION’  

ZOOM EXCLUSIVE 

ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS

 WITH RAY SHASHO



Rebecca Pidgeon was born in Cambridge, MA and raised primarily in Edinburgh,
Scotland, gravitating towards music as a child. Mom and Dad introduced her to the likes of James Taylor, while she eventually discovered both Kate Bush and The Sex Pistols on her own. She fronted the band Ruby Blue for three records before relocating to the United States where she launched her solo career. Fan favorite albums followed including The Raven (1994), The New York Girls’ Club (1996), The Four Marys (1998), Tough On Crime (2000), and Behind the Velvet Curtain (2008), four songs appearing in the critically acclaimed film Red Belt. The ensuing decade saw her release Slingshot (2011), Blue Dress On (2013), Bad Poetry (2014), and Sudden Exposure to Light (2019).


Praising the latter, American Songwriter affirmed, “She’s the real deal,” and Glide Magazine noted, “Pidgeon’s prolific work as a songwriter and vocalist is akin to the self-immersion she undertakes for her mesmerizing performances on camera.”
In addition, she has captivated audiences on-screen as a much sought-after film and television actress. Among dozens of credits, she has appeared in celebrated classics such as The Spanish Prisoner (1997), State and Main (2000), and Heist (2001) opposite the likes of Gene Hackman, William H. Macy, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Philip Seymour Hoffman. Additionally, she has appeared in blockbusters a la Red (2010) and NETFLIX’s Bird Box (2018), to name a few.

Esteemed songwriter, guitarist, vocal stylist and accomplished actress Rebecca Pidgeon who is releasing her twelfth album, Unillusion Recorded primarily at Forward Motion Studios in Los Angeles with long producer Fernando Perdomo, this album marks a return to organic, acoustic sounds of her Chesky Records debut The Raven. Unillusion is being released on CD, digital download and streaming platforms on Toy Canteen Records, August 29th. The album’s lyrics range from the epic to the deeply personal. Tracks like "Dasharatha" draw inspiration from the ancient Indian epic poem, the Ramayana, weaving timeless tales of jealousy, grief, and rebirth into contemporary idiom recalling work like Bob Dylan’s “Isis” or PJ Harvey’s retelling of the Biblical story of Samson and Delilah in “Hair.” More personal tracks venture into raw, emotional territories, resonating with listeners on a deep human level.




PURCHASE

 THE NEW RELEASE

BY

REBECCA 

PIDGEON


entitled

‘UNILLUSION’

AVAILABLE AT

 https://rebeccapidgeonmusic.com/store


FOR MORE INFORMATION

ABOUT

REBECCA PIDGEON

VISIT

http://rebeccapidgeonmusic.com/

Official website

https://open.spotify.com/artist/7da523apYjG6oJePP5MZwG

Spotify

https://www.instagram.com/rebeccapidgeon/?hl=en

Instagram

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuLq5dzPwlVw4FzeUdysVMg

YouTube

https://www.facebook.com/rebeccapidgeonmusic

Facebook

https://twitter.com/rebeccapidgeon?lang=en

Twitter


REBECCA PIDGEON

DISCOGRAPHY

    The Raven (Chesky, 1994)

    The New York Girls' Club (Chesky, 1996)

    The Four Marys (Chesky, 1998)

    Tough on Crime (Fuel 2000, 2005)

    Behind the Velvet Curtain (Great American Music, 2008)

    Slingshot (Toy Canteen, 2011)

    Blue Dress On (Toy Canteen, 2013)

    Bad Poetry (Toy Canteen, 2014)

    Sudden Exposure to Light/Comfort (Toy Canteen, 2019)

    Parts of Speech Pieces of Sound (Toy Canteen, 2022)[8]

    Songs of LA (2024)

Unillusion (2025)

 

With Ruby Blue

    Glances Askances (Red Flame, 1987)

    Down From Above (Fontana, 1990)

    Broken Water (Red Flame 1992)

    Remasters (Universal 2011)

 

As guest 

    Luciana Souza, Tide (Verve, 2009)

    Madeleine Peyroux, Bare Bones (Rounder, 2009)

    Chris Connelly, Decibels from Heart (Cleopatra, 2015)

 

AS AN ACTRESS

Film

Year      Title      Role

1988    The Dawning   Nancy Gulliver

1991    Uncle Vanya   Sonya

Homicide          Miss Klein

1997    The Spanish Prisoner                Susan Ricci

1999    The Winslow Boy         Catherine Winslow

2000    Catastrophe   The Director's Assistant

State and Main              Ann

2001    Heist    Fran Moore

2002    Advice and Dissent    Ellen Goldman

2005    Shopgirl             Christie Richards

Edmond             Wife

2006    Provoked           Miriam Taylor

2007    Jesse Stone: Sea Change       Leeann Lewis

2008    Redbelt              Zena Frank

How to Be         Mother

Cat City              Victoria Compton

2009    The Lodger       Dr. Jessica Westmin

2010    Red       Cynthia Wilkes

Two Painters   Announcer       Short

2013    Come Back to Sorrento

2014    Two-Bit Waltz                 Anita

2016    Allegiant            Sarah

2018    Bird Box             Lydia


Television

Year      Title      Role      

1987    Bust     Sarah   2 episodes

1988    Campaign        Sally Byfleet

1989    Screen One: She's Been Away            Young Lillian   Episode: "She's Been Away"

1992    The Water Engine        Connie               TV movie

2004–2005      The Shield        Joanna Faulks                3 episodes

2006    In Justice           Charlotte Conti            3 episodes

2006–2009      The Unit             Charlotte Ryan              14 episodes

2007    Jesse Stone: Sea Change       Leeann Lewis                 TV movie

2010    Glenn Martin, DDS     Unknown          Episode: "Jackie of All Trades"

Voice

2013    Phil Spector    Dr. Fallon          TV movie

  



 


REBECCA PIDGEON 

APPEARS

AUGUST 15TH 2025

ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS

WITH RAY SHASHO


In the following videos we show our

 gratitude and appreciation for just a

 few of the music legends who

 created the spirit of rock and roll


PART I


PART II


PART III


PART IV


PART V


PART VI


PART VII


PART VIII


PART IX


PART X


PART XI


PART XII



RAY'S NEW NOVEL

THE LIBERTY CODE

The Liberty Code is a thrilling blend of science fiction, political intrigue, and military strategy. With its compelling characters, intricate plot, and timely themes, this novel offers a captivating journey through a world where the line between fiction and reality blurs. It's a must-read for fans of dystopian futures, extraterrestrial encounters, and high-stakes political drama.

Are you ready to decode the secrets of The Liberty Code and join the fight for Earth's future?

LIBERTY CODE TEASER


MUSIC VIDEOS

 BASED ON
 
THE LIBERTY CODE NOVEL





PRODUCTIONS




AVAILABLE 

NOW!

RAY'S INCREDIBLE

 NEW 

SCI-FI BOOK!

THE

 LIBERTY CODE

In a near-future America, where democracy has collapsed under the iron grip of the Commonwealth Party, redemption lies in the unlikeliest of places—a novel. The Liberty Code, penned by decorated Marine veteran and journalist Sam Edwards, uncovers the hidden truths of a dystopian world teetering on the edge of annihilation.

Guided by telepathic messages from two Centauri extraterrestrial ambassadors, J-Rod and Naxia, who secretly collaborate with the U.S. Air Force, Edwards reveals a master plan to save Earth. This gripping tale begins as fiction but evolves into a stark reality, reflecting real-world geopolitical conflicts and revolutionary military operations.

OFFICIAL TRAILER




AVAILABLE at

bookbaby.com

amazon.com

AND SOON ON audiobooks

PURCHASE HERE

https://store.bookbaby.com/book/the-liberty-code?srsltid=AfmBOoosm9yL_n_mIiQdRmnY5RgaxapZTnzc8iB1Jy0F7FDLixFQaNOp