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Volume 8 (2020 Special Edition) Features include:

  • Christopher Cross; World exclusive interview with Cross who looks back on his forty year career since the release of his debut album in 1980. 
  • Monkey House; Don Breithaupt lead singer with Monkey House shares his insight into the making of the band’s new album “Friday”. 
  • Shawn Lee; Focussing on a “Year in the Life” of this incredible musician, songwriter and producer on the eve of the new Young Gun Silver Fox album “Canyons”. Find out just how many records his genius touches over the course of one year and hear his thoughts on his superb solo record “Shawn Lee – Rides Again”. 
  • CWF; Guitarist and Producer Peter Friestedt updates us on CWF’s new album and how it’s all star line up is being geared up for a major label release in 2020. 
  • State Cows; With a third album “Challenges” delivered late last year, the band remains true to their west coast sound and continue to develop great music. We are delighted to give Daniel and Stefan one of their first major interviews. 
  • King of Hearts; Tommy Funderburk and Bruce Gaitsch are back in business on the new KoH album after years working on other projects. The album includes some of the best music they have ever recorded, and we get an exclusive insight from Funderburk about how the new album came together after a long hiatus. 
  • Doug Brons; The second album “Timepiece” finds Brons back on fine form with his stripped back soulful grooves. Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) has always had a place within the genre of ‘West Coast’ and we take the opportunity to ask him about his influences and how he wishes to develop his music and song-writing going forward. 
  • Christian Gratz; “1979” the new album by Gratz, is a self-confessed homage to the great music of the late 70s and early 80’s where the west coast grooves where competing on the AM radio with disco, soft rock and blue eyed soul. This melting pot is fully reflected in Gratz’ music and you can hear all about the journey he’s been on to bring this long- awaited album to fruition. 
  • Brunky Music; Great new single releases from this classic AOR/West Coast sounding band over the past year. We find out more about their future plans and their desire to get a new album out in the next year.  
  • Simon & Garfunkel; Classic concerts do not come more memorable than this duo’s mid summer’s night reunion gig took place in Central Park, New York in 1981. As ever, the ‘behind the scenes’ relationship problems were all still too evident in the build-up, but on the night on the concert fans were treated to a celebration of two of the greatest recording artists of all time coming together to serenade over 80,000 fans with a simply unforgettable performance. Join us in revisiting the night that cemented the legacy of S&G forever. 
  • ​Album Reviews; Over 30 new west coast inspired albums are reviewed in this issue, more than last year and your complete guide to west coast releases this year. 
  • Plus…Doctor Soul’s “Heavy Rotations”, Jim Chamberlain looks back on “1979”, Smooth Lounge Chart “Albums of the Year” & our “Lifetime Achievement Award” goes to…
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Volume 7 (2018 Special Edition) Features include:

  • Michael Franks; Up close and personal featuring an exclusive interview about the writing and development of his new album “The Music In My Head” and he also takes a look back on his career.
  • Young Gun Silver Fox; The momentum keeps building on this great group. And with the release of their second album “AM Waves”, we catch up with Shawn Lee & Andy Platts to find out what’s new in their world!
  • Rupert Holmes; The man who over a lifetime has written critically acclaimed albums, stage productions, books and orchestral scores, but is best remembered for “Escape” AKA “The Pina Colada” song, tells how putting together his first three albums ended up with him working with Barbara Streisand and playing a major part in the music on her movie “A Star Is Born”.
  • CWF; Guitarist and Producer Peter Friestedt chats about CWF’s critically acclaimed debut album and their forthcoming album due to be released in early 2019; as well as working with Bill Champlin and Joseph Williams from their early origins in the L.A. Project albums.
  • Leo Sidran; After releasing one of the best albums of the year with his tribute to Michael Franks, Sidran reflects on his career and why he felt it was now the time to pay homage to one of the greatest singer songwriters of his generation.
  • Joel Sarakula; With his new release the “Love Club”, Sarakula embraces 70’s smooth pop to produce a stunning album that fits right into a west coast format. With a new lease of life in his writing and recording, we caught up with him to find out about why he took on this new direction in his music.
  • April Fulladosa; Rare AOR Grooves were recently rediscovered on a trip to California by Mark ‘GV’ Taylor. As a result, Fulladosa has her 1978 album ‘Homebase” re-released through Reference Point Records 40yrs after its release. We trace her story from teenage prodigy to the life she has 40yrs later and what happened to the music she was born to make in those years in-between.
  • Olivia Newton-John; Time to celebrate the music of girl who started out singing folk and country ballads and turned into an international superstar via a career in movies and the recording of some of the biggest hits of the late 70’s/early 80’s which featured the cream of L.A. session guys including Lukather, Foster, Ed Green, Tom Snow, Lenny Castro etc. ‘Silver & Gold’ chooses a selection of her very best tracks to give you ONJ’s classic playlist.
  • ​Album Reviews; Over 30 new west coast inspired albums are reviewed in this issue, more than last year and your complete guide to west coast releases this year.
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Volume 6 (2017 Special Edition) Features include:

  • Michael McDonald; Exclusive interview and candid discussion about his new album “Wide Open” and life’s trials and tribulations in his personal life that have influenced so many of his new songs.
  • Ned Doheny/Hamish Stuart; Share thoughts about their new UK gigs, working together in the mid 70’s and hanging out in the Troubadour club with Glenn Frey in ’74.
  • Contante & Sonante; Read about the formation and development of one of the most successful record labels promoting west coast music anywhere in the world. We are joined by label President Gabriel Raya to discuss their entire discography.
  • Geyster; Back with a new album, arguably his best work yet, we catch up with Gael Benyamin to find out about the writing and recording of his new songs.
  • Cool Million; Their infectious boogie and disco albums have been a staple for DJ’s for over 10 yrs now, so it’s time to dust off the covers and check in on the team of Rob Hardt & Frank Ryle, the duo whose world revolves around the dance floor.
  • Al Sunny; The new signing for Favorite Records, Sunny has released one of the albums of the year with his debut record. We catch up with him to find out how this incredible recording came about.  
  • America; Concert Flashback and relive memories from their appearance in Central Park, New York in ’79.
  • Cheryl Ladd; ‘Silver & Gold’ charts her best west coast releases, Check it out for some cool suprises and a playlist worthy of your attention from the L.A. Actress.
  • Like Punk Never Happened; Jim Chamberlain reflects on the smooth sound of L.A. in 1977, whilst the UK was being taken over by the onslaught of Punk.
  • Album Reviews; 27 new west coast inspired albums are reviewed in this issue, making it the ‘Holy Grail’ for west coast fans wanting to know more about current albums that need your attention.
  • West Coast Smooth Lounge Chart; What’s hot in the world of west coast album releases.
Issue 5 Features include:
  • Airplay; Exclusive interviews with Jay Graydon, Bill Champlin & Steve Kipner who talk about the band, the songs and uncover stories from the making of what is widely regarded as the definitive West Coast/AOR record of its era.
  • Monkey House; With thoughts and recollections from band leader and songwriter Don Breathaupt, we bring you the lowdown on one of the best albums of 2016.
  • Jeff Larson; With the newly packaged and reissued ‘Heart Of The Valley’ cd coming out, we asked Jeff Larson to bring us up to date with his busy schedule. You’ll be surprised at just how much we have got to look forward to from him with his solo work and collaborations over the next year.
  • The Explorers Club; Soulful west coast harmonies are played out on their current, critically acclaimed album Together, but it hasn’t always been smooth sailing as we discovered when we talked to Jason Brewer, lead singer/songwriter with the band.
  • Amy Holland; ‘Off The Record’ features a very special artist who describes some memorable moments from her career and chooses for us, her favorite west coast drive-time songs that help get her across those long dusty L.A. highways.
  • Fred Knoblock; Just one release in a very long career, but it was a west coast classic in every sense of the word. What happened next? Find out in Jim Chamberlain’s feature about one album artists/bands, to find out why they didn’t go on to record follow ups.   
  • Music, Memories & Minneapolis; In this month’s ‘Letter from America’, Jan Bergtold Marschke reflects on the California dream whilst growing up in Minneapolis.
  • West Coast Smooth Lounge Chart; What’s hot in the world of west coast album releases.
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Issue 4  Features include:
  • Lee Ritenour; Exclusive interview from ‘Rit’, who talks about his early days getting established, his incredible success as a solo artist, working with other musicians including Dave Grusin & Bob James and what makes his new box-set collection so special.
  • Ed Motta; Jim Chamberlain experiences some Intergalactic moments with our man from Brazil.
  • Thierry Condor; Turning back the years to recall the golden era of west coast with his new album ‘So Close’. Interview and exclusive signed cd’s to be won in our summer competition.
  • Tom Snow; ‘Songs Of Innocence & Experience’ is the title of the legendary song writer’s guest playlist featured in this issue.
  • Marcus Liesenfeld; Featuring a rare interview with the man who keeps delivering wonderful  west coast compilations with his
  • Too Slow To Disco series.
  • Ed Greene; Barney Hurley catches up with one of his favorite drummers to talk about his session work on albums for Marvin Gaye, Barry White & Martin Omartian.
  • Diggin’ The Dollar Bins; In this month’s ‘Letter from America’, Jeff Boozer looks at the ups and  downs of tracking down vinyl gold in the U.S.
  • West Coast Smooth Lounge Chart; Whats hot in the world of west coast album releases.
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Issue 3  Features include:
  • Bobby Caldwell; Exclusive interview about his new Cool Uncle album, plus the inside story of the making of his classic debut album What You Won’t Do For Love.
  • Bill LaBounty; Shares his exclusive guest mix ‘Compass Points’, with West Coast readers recalling memories and anecdotes about tracks from Sly & The Family Stone, Luther Vandross & Elton John amongst others.
  • Samuel Purdey; Recalling the making of their classic album Musically Adrift with Barney Hurley.
  • Lava; Sharing the story of how in the early 80’s they worked, toured and recorded with soul jazz legend Randy Crawford.
  • J. Canady; Up & coming artist of the month.
  • Glenn Frey; Tribute to Eagles founding member who passed away in January.
  • Northern Lights; Jim Chamberlain explores impact of Nordic west coast music and how it continues to grow.
  • Searching For West Coast Love; Erik Mattox worries about attitudes to this genre in America.
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Issue 2  Features include:
  • Young Gun Silver Fox; The making of their classic debut album West End Coast and review.
  • Arnold McCuller; Exclusive interview.
  • William Sikstrom; Up & coming artist of the month.
  • Louis Lake; Jerome Beuret reflects on his new album Tales From The Magic Sun.
  • Dr Hook; Silver & Gold picking out the best tracks from the band’s recording history.
  • RASA; Jim Chamberlain explores the origins of their classic Everything You See Is Me album.
  • Martijn Soetens; Sharing his exclusive west coast mix of new and old favourites that includes tracks from Cool Uncle, John Valenti, Laura Nyro and many others.
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Issue 1  Features include:
  • Brian Wilson; No Pier Pressure album review and Love & Mercy movie preview.
  • Geyster; Exclusive Gael Benyamin interview about his new cd Knight Games.
  • Lucas Arruda; Interview and insight into his new ‘SOLAR’ album.
  • Roger Bong; Discusses Hawaiian rare grooves on the new Aloha Got Soul label.
  • Falqo; Up & coming artist of the month.
  • Mike Lundy; Looking back on the making of his reissued The Rhythm Of Life album.
  • What Is It With Yacht Rock & Duos?; Jim Chamberlain looks at the some of the great artists that play as a duo and the incredible influence they have had on west coast music over the years.
  • Rock ‘n’ Roll Billboards Of The Sunset Strip; Robert Landau’s archive photos and reflections on his childhood growing up in California.
  • Mark ‘Good Vibes’ Taylor; Sharing his exclusive west coast mix, featuring a selection of rare grooves and choice cuts from Jimmy Messina, Ayers Rock & Harry Sonoda and many others.
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