The Pocket Queen: Drumming, Branding, and Building an Authentic Career #69
This week on Go With Elmo, host Elmo Lovano takes us backstage at the Montreux Jazz Fest Miami for an inspiring, candid, and deeply human conversation with one of the most exciting drummers of our time: Taylor Gordon, better known by her formidable moniker, The Pocket Queen. Together, they riff on everything from viral moments […]
What is a Musical Director? #66
Everything You Need to Know In this episode of “Go With Elmo,” host Elmo Lovano dives into the role and responsibilities of a musical director with insights from some of the most experienced names in the industry: Adam Blackstone, Michael Bearden, Kris Pooley, Teddy Campbell, and Rance Dopson. The episode explores what it takes to […]
Nate Smith: Behind the Groove with Fearless Flyers, Brittany Howard & Kinfolk. #65
About the EpisodeOn episode 65 of Go With Elmo, Elmo Lovano sits down with one of the most beloved and influential drummers in modern music, Nate Smith. Known for his dynamic work across jazz, funk, and rock, Nate brings his insight, humility, and humor to a wide-ranging conversation. Whether you know him as the rhythmic […]
Don Was: From Creating Dead & Co. to Producing Devo and The Rolling Stones. #63
Episode 63 RecapElmo Lovano sits down with the legendary producer, musician, bandleader, and the president of Blue Note Records, Don Was. Recorded live from Don’s home studio, the episode is an inspiring exploration of creativity, philosophy, and the unseen forces that make music truly extraordinary. We unlock a whole lotta info in this one. For […]
George Clinton on Writing Funk Classics, Sampling, Grammys, and Leading the Funkadelic Family #62
In this episode, Elmo Lovano sits down with the iconic George Clinton for what many are calling their favorite George Clinton interview yet. George is the mastermind behind Parliament-Funkadelic, the originator of P-Funk, and a driving force in musical innovation across genres and generations. In this lively and insightful episode, Clinton takes us on a […]
Alissia:The Future Queen of Funk, Bass Virtuoso & Grammy-Nominated Producer. #61
Today’s guest is the incredible, Alissia, Known for her dazzling work on bass, innovative production chops, and, as of this year, a Grammy nomination for Producer of the Year. From her early YouTube days to deep collaborations with legends like Bootsy Collins, Anderson .Paak, and Prince, Alissia’s journey is an uplifting masterclass for aspiring musicians, […]
