TOP TALENT WITH RICHIE

TOP TALENT KENNY ROGERS TRIBUTE ARTIST ALAN TURNER

 
Fear not, country music lovers – THE GAMBLER RETURNS with this ULTIMATE KENNY ROGERS TRIBUTE ARTIST, ALAN TURNER.  He is coming back the the Cohoes Music Hall on March 22nd.  Not to be missed.  (And this podcast is not to be missed.  You will learn a very important lesson here-- if you are ever to be an opening act for a major country icon, always be polite.  You NEVER KNOW what can happen to your career.  (Listen to this episode, you'll understand!)
See samples of his work and others that I've interviewed that's goodwww.youtube.com/@toptalentrichie 
www.ultimatekennyrogerstribute.com for Alan's website 
Mine- www.rhyminrichie.com 
 
 

TOP TALENT WITH RICHIE- GUEST ERIK FIDEL FROM FAB FOUR BEATLE TRIBUTE BAND

He's the talented RINGO in the Ultimate tribute to the greatest band in music history. He's multi-instrumentalist Erik Fidel of the internationally acclaimed, Emmy winning  FAB FOUR.  Playing at the Hart Theatre at the EGG, ALBANY NY on Fri Mar 6th @ 7:30 PM.  Not to be missed!
What  kind of preparation goes into "channeling" the Beatles?
Was Ringo really that good of a drummer?  We discuss...
How did Erik learn all the different drumming styles that Ringo was required to do? Fascinating....
The workout routine Erik does To prevent muscle damage from all those gigs!   A great lesson to drummers who might want to hear this!.
Plus much more Beatle fan boy type talk... 1 hour with him was like 5 minutes to me!
www.thefabfour.com 
https.theegg.org
 
 
 

Rick Schuler: Rocky Mountain High — The Authorized John Denver Tribute

Rick Schuler, the endorsed John Denver tribute artist, heads up the ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH EXPERIENCE, where  he discusses his career, the inspiration behind his music, and his album Colorado — which features John Denver hits alongside original songs.
This episode explores Rick’s beginnings, endorsements from John Denver’s inner circle, his touring schedule, and the enduring appeal of John Denver’s music.
Listeners learn where to find Rick’s music, upcoming show details, and intimate stories about John Denver’s legacy and influence on Rick’s life and performances.
If you are listening beforehand, he is appearing  at the Troy Music Hall for a 3 PM show on Friday Feb 28th, 2026. Tix on their website.  
Rick's website is www.RickSchulerMusic.com 
Take a listen to him here https://youtu.be/vINLin5APRQ?
Mine, btw is www.HireRichie.com
If you  like what you hear here (hear here?), please LIKE and subscribe so we can  continue paying tribute to the TRIBUTE ARTISTS.   I have a ton more on there  at TopTalentRichie on all your favorite platforms!  #rickschuler,#johndenver,#johndenvertribute,#tributeacts,#rockymountainhightribute,#toptalentrichie,#rhyminrichiephillips,

TOP TALENT A MAN NAMED CASH Tribute with ERIC HOFMANIS

 In this episode, I speak with Eric Hofmanis who has starred nationally in A Man Named Cash: THE OFFICIAL TRIBUTE ACT FOR Johnny Cash ,and is appearing at the time of this writing for 2 nites at the Strand Theatre  in Hudson Falls, NY on 2/28, 3/1. Go to mystrandtheatre.org for tix! 
 
Things we cover: 
Do you REALLY have to sound exactly like the one you are paying tribute to in a Tribute Act?  (Is he wearing black for this interview?) We explore possibly different points of view on that subject.  
Is life on the road the same for a Tribute act?  Sounds like it’s just as grueling! -Listen and you will discover. 
How did he get this gig in the first place?  Fascinating how it happened.  
Want to see a sample of his act?
YouTube - Promo, Live videos and Shorts
couch@couchentertainment.com
Website - Photos, Show Dates and More
 
 
 

OLIVIA NEWTON JOHN GREASE TRIBUTE WITH SABRINA PLAISANCE-SIA

SABRINA PLAISANCE-SIA is a Las Vegas Headliner, 2024 & 2025 Josie Music Award Tribute Artist of the Year Nominee and much more.  She and Dan Sia, husband, drummer and musical arranger, put together this incredible tribute to the late great 80's icon OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN and also honors the classic movie GREASE with a full band accompanying her stage act.  Lucky for us in the Capital Region,THE OLIVIA SHOW! OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN & GREASE TRIBUTE Band is appearing Fri MARCH 27TH WOOD THEATRE GLENS FALLS at 7 pm.  It is a Kevin Richards Production, and they do it up big there.  Tix at woodtheatre.org.  
Take a listen to this episode.  She really explains what it's like to perform this show, including costume changes, how she captured Olivia's voice, her insistence on traveling with a full band ( no musical tracks here--just live, breathing musicians!) and we delve into what made Olivia such a fantastic artist. I totally enjoyed talking to her, and now am hopelessly devoted. (bad pun--what else would you expect from me?)
Her Website :OliviaNewtonJohntribute.com
Check out a sample of Sabrina's work here
The Olivia Show Promo Video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mO3O1MIV3Aw
Jolene Duet:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5uUX5SoNSA
 
#sabrinaplaisancesia,#olivianewtonjohntribute,#tributeacts,
#toptalentwithrichie,#tributeactpodcasts
 
 

LEGEND, THE JOURNEY EXPERIENCE TRIBUTE BAND"S ED BORNT -TICKET GIVEAWAY!

Did you hear the intro?  That was Garret Lechowski from Harvest and Rust, the Neil Young Experience.  If you're a Neil fan, take a listen on your favorite podcast App!   This time My talk  is with the Ed Bornt, manager and lead guitarist of this incredible tribute band LEGEND, THE ULTIMATE JOURNEY EXPERIENCE.  Take a listen, and you'll hear what it's like trying to recreate the sound of this iconic band.  Can you even come CLOSE to STEVE PERRY'S incredible range?  Well, Michael Medesma does a damn good job of it! 
Go to my YouTube Channel and hear a demo for yourself, but if you are in the midst of listening to the episode, PLEASE COME BACK!  We are giving away 2 pairs of Tix to EACH of 2 shows- Fri Feb 27th, 2026 at Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes NY, and 28th  at the Glove Theatre in Gloversville, NY.  ,but you have to listen for the secret 2 word password and send it to me at ToptalentRichie@gmail.com.  Winners will be drawn Feb 11th on my FB page @richiephillips.   There ya go!  Enjoy this episode.  Many more tribute acts to come here in our Capital Region and I'm out to talk to them all!!!   There are many others on my Top Talent with Richie podcast .  Wherever you get your podcasts!! 
 
https://youtu.be/wDejaiKxMOI?si=hh-SSWSS7t1wycw2     Legend Ultimate Journey Demo
 

Top Talent Harvest and Rust Neil Young Tribute Band's Garrett Lechowski

My talk with lead singer, Multi instrumentalist and manager Garrett Lechowski about Harvest and Rust Neil Young Tribute Band coming Friday, Jan 16 to Cohoes Music Hall. 
 
Their website for ticket and appearance information http://www.neilyoungtributeband.com
Hear a sample: https://youtu.be/oueMWJICl9o?si=7_7DAZlJ3_u6YjYl

JAMES TAYLOR TRIBUTE ARTIST BILL GRIESE

A SWEET discussion with "Sweet Baby James" Tribute artist Bill GREISE.  He resides in Nashville but has become nationally recognized as a top James Taylor tribute artist.  Copyright restrictions prevent me from playing any of the songs here, but you can see and hear samples below.  
He is appearing here in the Capital Region of Upstate NY at the Cohoes Music Hall on April 5th   Check here for tix!  
Video: https://youtu.be/Q0MwK8rx0qY
Audience Reviews: https://sweetbabyjamesofficial.com/reviews
[Booking: https://sweetbabyjamesofficial.com/book]
 
Also included in the podcast is a song I wrote rhyming all of the pill commercials you see on TV .    PILLSONG ©2024 Richie Phillips.  All Rights Reserved
 
Want me to write a musical tribute for someone's  special occasion?  Go to my website and order a "Pick-Me-Up Parody" 
 
#toptalentrichie #tributeartistsalbanyny#sweetbabyjames #jamestaylortribute #jamestaylor #sbj #jt #walkingman #billgriese #tributeshows #tribute #tributeshow #cohoesny #cohoesmusichall #albany #albanyny #albanyevents 

GEORGETTE JONES -SINGER SONGWRITER AND AUTHOR

It doesn’t take brain surgery to figure out who she’s related to!  Correct! She is the daughter country legends George Jones and Tammy Wynette.  She was also show consultant on the heart wrenching  bio pic “George and Tammy” .  
Georgette is appearing in Glens Falls, New York at the wood theater for an “Up Close  and Personal “ Performance on Sunday, October 29 at 3 PM.  Tickets are still available at this writing at www.woodtheater.org. 
we talk about her parents’ and her music, the making of the bio pic and much more.. She also speaks her mind and minces no words about how country music has become almost unrecognizable……at the conclusion I have included a slightly snarky musical commentary I wrote about “bro country” song lyrics that I penned one day on while on the air…. ENJOY!
 
MY WEBSITE.  WWW.HIRERICHIE.COM
EMAIL Richie1077@gmail.com

TOP TALENT SCOUT SHARON MCCARTHY

Think you or somebody you know has an amazing talent?  The "IT" factor?  Well here's your chance to shine.  INTERNATIONAL TALENT SHOWCASE is here in ALBANY ON TUES OCTOBER 17TH AT THE DESMOND HOTEL IN ALBANY!  Founder SHARON MCCARTHY is my guest, and will give you all the information in case you are wondering what they are looking for.  You can be 4 years old, and you can be 80ish  They take anyone in between!   
Take a listen!  I also am debuting a new song that rhymes all the annoying pill commercials you see on TV.  It's at the end of the episode.
My website btw is www.hirerichie.com for all your musical needs for your next event 
(Need a song written for that special someone?  I can do that!  Samples on my site ...