The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast
The Long Island Music & Entertainment Podcast features in-depth interviews with musicians, filmmakers, authors and entertainers from Long Island, Brooklyn and Queens.The show is hosted by Tom Needham, LIMEHOF Vice Chairman and the host of The Sounds of Film, America's longest running film, music and ideas themed radio show.Previous guests include Stephen Schwartz, Gary U.S. Bonds, Liberty DeVitto, Taylor Dayne, Carmine Appice, Carter Burwell, EPMD, The Illusion, The Fat Boys' Kool Rock Ski, Elliott Murphy, Wayne Robins, and Jimmy Webb.The show is produced by the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame who is dedicated to the...
Strong Island Legends: JVC Force’s AJ Rok & B-Luv on LIMEHOF Podcast
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In this special episode of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, host Tom Needham sits down with Long Island hip hop pioneers AJ Rok and B-Luv of the legendary group JVC Force.
Hailing from Central Islip, JVC Force helped define the golden era of hip hop with their unmistakable sound and lyrical prowess.
The duo reflects on their groundbreaking 1987 hit “Strong Island,” a powerful anthem that put Long Island on the hip hop map, as well as fan favorites like “Take It...
The Shangri-Las: A Conversation with DRESSED IN BLACK author Lisa MacKinney
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On this episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, historian and author Lisa MacKinney joins host Tom Needham to talk about her new book, Dressed in Black.
The first full-length history of the Shangri-Las, the book tells the story of how a group of Queens schoolgirls became 1960s pop legends with hits like “Leader of the Pack” and “Remember (Walking in the Sand).”
MacKinney’s meticulous research uncovers the real story behind the group’s meteoric rise and the forces that ultimately cut their careers short.
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Rob Eberle: A Rising Long Island Star on the LIMEHOF Podcast
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On this episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, we’re shining a spotlight on one of the region’s most exciting emerging talents—Rob Eberle.
Originally from Long Island, Rob is a young and versatile singer, songwriter, and producer whose music blends emotional depth with genre-bending creativity. Influenced by artists like FINNEAS, Elliott Smith, Billie Eilish, Jeremy Zucker, Olivia Rodrigo, and Alexander 23, Rob has crafted a sound that lives at the intersection of dark alternative pop and heartfelt storytelling.
What sets Rob apart is his gi...
The Bongos’ Richard Barone: Music & Revolution with Simon & Garfunkel, Melanie & the Lovin’ Spoonful
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In this episode, we dive into the vibrant legacy of 1960s Greenwich Village with Richard Barone—acclaimed musician, producer, author, and frontman of the power-pop trailblazers The Bongos. Richard joins us to discuss his fascinating new book, “Music + Revolution: Greenwich Village in the 1960s,” a vivid exploration of one of America’s most influential cultural hotspots and the artists who helped reshape music, politics, and social consciousness.
We’ll explore the making of the book, the revolutionary energy of the Village, and its lasting impact on today’s cultural lan...
Legendary Bluesman Kerry Kearney Talks Allman Brothers, Paul McCartney & New Album
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On this episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, host Tom Needham speaks with legendary bluesman Kerry Kearney about his incredible career and the release of his powerful new album, “The Kerry Kearney Band,” on Paradiddle Records.
Known for his fiery slide guitar and soulful sound, Kerry shares stories from the road, including touring with The Allman Brothers Band and sharing stages with blues greats like BB King and Robert Cray.
The conversation dives into the making of the new album, which features seven original songs...
Elliott Murphy Talks New Album, INFINITY, Billy Joel & More
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On this special episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, we welcome Hall of Fame inductee and legendary singer-songwriter Elliott Murphy to discuss his highly anticipated new album, INFINITY.
Marking his 52nd release, the album is a deeply personal yet universally resonant collection of songs that blends past, present, and future with a genre-defying sound. Recorded in Paris and produced by his son, Gaspard Murphy, INFINITY showcases Elliott’s signature storytelling, featuring collaborations with longtime musical partner Olivier Durand and a host of talented musicians.
Murp...
LOU REED: A LIFE with Legendary Music Writer Anthony DeCurtis
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In this classic interview, Anthony DeCurtis joins Tom Needham to discuss his popular book, ‘Lou Reed: A Life.’
‘Lou Reed: A Life’ is the essential biography of Long Island rock star, Lou Reed. As lead singer and songwriter for the influential Velvet Underground and as a celebrated solo artist, Lou Reed is considered to be the inventor of alternative rock. His music violated all definitions of genre, while his lyrics spoke to millions of fans. The man who created massive hits like “Walk on the Wild Side” and “Sweet Jane,” also pushed boundarie...
Mark “The Animal” Mendoza Talks Twisted Sister, The Dictators & More on The LIMEHOF Podcast
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On this episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, host Tom Needham sits down with none other than inductee Mark “The Animal” Mendoza. Best known as the powerhouse bassist of Twisted Sister, Mark joined the band in 1978 after his tenure with The Dictators.
His thunderous basslines and electrifying stage presence played a pivotal role in shaping Twisted Sister’s iconic sound on albums like Under the Blade, You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll, and the multi-platinum Stay Hungry, which spawned anthems like “We’re Not Gonna Take It” and “I W...
Eric B: A Classic Interview with the Hip Hop Legend on the LIMEHOF Podcast
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In this episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, we spotlight hip-hop pioneer and LIMEHOF inductee Eric B.
As one half of the legendary duo Eric B. & Rakim, he helped shape the sound of golden age hip-hop with his innovative DJing and production.
Emerging from East Elmhurst, Queens, Eric B. first made his mark as a DJ at WBLS before teaming up with Rakim in 1986. Together, they released the groundbreaking album “Paid in Full,” widely recognized as one of the greatest hip-hop records of all time...
Craig Knapp: LIMEHOF’s 2024 Educator of Note
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On this special episode of SOUNDS, we celebrate the outstanding achievements of Craig Knapp, the 2024 recipient of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame’s (LIMEHOF) prestigious Educator of Note Award. This award recognizes educators who have made a profound impact on music education, and Craig’s 27-year career is a testament to his dedication, innovation, and passion for teaching.
Craig has inspired countless students as the Elementary Classroom Music Specialist and Choral Director at Rocky Point Public Schools, the Director of the Nassau and Suffolk Treble Choirs of the Metr...
