093 - Robyn Flans :: Documenting Porcaro

As an entertainment journalist for more than 30 years, Robyn Flans has worked for such diverse publications as People Magazine, In Touch, Mix, Modern Drummer, Country Weekly and a daily newspaper. She has authored four music books, written numerous bios, electronic press kits, including cut by cuts for artists, and album liner notes. She is the author of “It’s About Time: Jeff Porcaro-The Man and His Music”, published by Hudson Music. The book is available at amazon.com, hudsonmusic.com and other retailers.   The Rich Redmond Show is sponsored by Big Dot Lighting and Electrical: www.bigdotinc.com www.bigdotlighting.com www.bigdotelectrical.com   Some Things That Came Up:   -Wrote "It's About Time" about Jeff Porcaro -Jeff lit up a room and you wanted to be his friend -Jeff left a massive body of work at 38 years old -Jeff always championed others all the time -Robyn's interviews are recorded and for sale -Getting into writing after trying acting -Contributed to MD and others for 35+ years -Writing for Country Weekly -Going out on the road with Brooks and Dunn -Billy Ray Cyrus -Porcaro's family supported her immensely with his book -Michael McDonald's "That's Why" is the most perfect drum track   Follow Robyn: www.robynflansmedia.com www.robynflansdrummerinterviews.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robyn.flans Twitter: @RobynFlans Instagram: @RobynFlans     The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 25 of which have been #1 hits!     Rich can also be seen in several films and TV shows and has also written an Amazon Best-Selling book, "CRASH! Course for Success: 5 Ways to Supercharge Your Personal and Professional Life" currently available at:     https://www.amazon.com/CRASH-Course-Success-Supercharge-Professional/dp/B07YTCG5DS/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=crash+redmond&qid=1576602865&sr=8-1     One Book: Three Ways to consume....Physical (delivered to your front door, Digital (download to your kindle, ipad or e-reader), or Audio (read to you by me on your device...on the go)!     Buy Rich’s exact gear at www.lessonsquad.com/rich-redmond     Follow Rich: @richredmond www.richredmond.com     Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.     Follow Jim: @jimmccarthy www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com