Ty Dolla $ign: Career of Hits, Features, Leon Thomas, The Weeknd, Mustard, Post Malone, Vultures #99
Go With Elmo episode 99 dives deep into the career and creative process of Ty Dolla $ign, one of the most influential and versatile artists in contemporary music. Hosted by Elmo Lovano with special guest Ty Dolla $ign, this installment details Ty’s journey from his musical upbringing, breakthrough collaborations, and genre-defining hits to his role […]
Lawrence: Broadway’s All Out & Just in Time, GRAMMYs for Arrangement, 1st Sibling Interview w Linus #98
On this very special episode of Go With Elmo, host Elmo Lovano sits down with all three Lawrence siblings—Gracie Lawrence, Clyde Lawrence, and for the first time ever, their younger brother Linus Lawrence. Fans of the band Lawrence know Clyde and Gracie as the powerhouse musical siblings behind the group, but Linus steps into the […]
Robert Glasper: The Career-Defining Interview (Black Radio, J Dilla, Kendrick, Miles, Chappelle) #97
If anyone embodies the modern crossroads of jazz, hip-hop, R&B, and contemporary culture, it’s Robert Glasper. On the latest episode of Go With Elmo, Elmo Lovano sits down with Robert Glasper for what genuinely feels like a career-defining conversation. This sweeping, lively, and profoundly insightful episode is a treasure trove for musicians and fans alike, […]
Terrace Martin: Do’s & Don’ts for Musicians | Kendrick Lamar, Herbie Hancock, Snoop Dogg, Interview # 96
Episode Overview This episode of Go With Elmo features a deep dive with Terrace Martin—an influential producer, musician, and mentor whose name is synonymous with some of the biggest acts in music today, including Kendrick Lamar, Herbie Hancock, and Snoop Dogg. In this refreshing, no-holds-barred conversation, Terrace Martin opens up about the keys to success […]
Simon Phillips: Toto, The Who, Hiromi, Judas Priest, Protocol, Inside the Drumming Legend’s Career # 95
Summary On this high-octane episode of Go With Elmo, host Elmo Lovano sits down with legendary drummer Simon Phillips, whose groundbreaking work has left an indelible mark across the worlds of rock, jazz, metal, pop, and fusion. From the swinging streets of London to the world’s grandest stages, Simon’s career is a masterclass in musical […]
Jimmy Jam: Drum Machines, Synths, Tape to Digital, AI & the Future of Music (Plus MJ, Janet, Prince) #94
Episode Summary In this special live episode of Go With Elmo, host Elmo Lovano sits down with legendary producer Jimmy Jam at the Abundance Institute’s Creative Frontiers event to explore the seismic shifts in music technology across the past five decades. From the birthplace of drum machines and synthesizers to the arrival of digital recording, […]
Christian McBride Pt. 2: Chick Corea, James Brown, GRAMMYs, Drummer Legends, Leadership #93
Chick Corea, James Brown, GRAMMYs, Drummer Legends, and Leadership The latest episode of Go With Elmo brings listeners part two of a groovy, insightful, and laughter-filled conversation with nine-time Grammy-winning bassist Christian McBride. Hosted by Elmo Lovano, this installment dives deep into Christian McBride’s extraordinary career—unpacking pivotal collaborations, life lessons from jazz giants and funk […]
Joe Lovano: Grammy-Winning Jazz Saxophonist, Blue Note Icon, Berklee Legend & My Cousin #92
Episode Summary On this special episode of Go With Elmo, Elmo Lovano sits down with his cousin, the legendary jazz saxophonist Joe Lovano, for a heartfelt and revealing conversation. They explore Joe Lovano’s remarkable career journey, from his formative years in a musically-rich Cleveland home to becoming a Grammy-winning, Blue Note recording artist and an […]
Christian McBride Pt. 1: Philly, Questlove, Wynton Marsalis, Miles Davis, Joey DeFrancesco #91
Episode Overview Episode 91 of Go With Elmo is a must-listen for music lovers, especially those fascinated by the bustling intersections of jazz, soul, and hip hop. This episode features the legendary bassist and nine-time Grammy winner, Christian McBride, in the first part of an in-depth, inspiring exploration of his early life, rise in the […]
Chance the Rapper: From Acid Rap to Star Line — The Making of an Independent Icon #90
In the landmark 90th episode of Go With Elmo, host Elmo Lovano sits down with one of hip hop’s brightest innovators, Chance the Rapper, to decode the journey behind becoming the world’s biggest independent artist. This episode is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, artistic integrity, and the realities of building a career outside the traditional music […]
