The Electric Vibe Podcast

Purple Rain 40th Anniversary Discussion Podcast

Purple Rain 40th Anniversary Discussion, Celebration 2025, Future Guests

In this early episode of The Electric Vibe Podcast, Kurt and JD discuss the 40th anniversary of the movie "Purple Rain," talk about Prince Celebration 2025 and also chat about upcoming guests. Get to know the fellas and more about "The Electric Vibe Podcast."

Bill McClintock, "The Mozart of the Mashups" Visits The Electric Vibe

@BillMcClintockMashups  has been delivering rock solid mashups for a while. He has a devoted fan base around the world that love his audio and video creations that pair unlikely music acts, creating a genre dubbed as "Soul Metal". More importantly, he is a husband and father of two children, and is a K-6th Grade Elementary General Music Teacher in the greater Pittsburgh area.

Kurt Reviews the 50th Anniversary of Judas Priest's album "Rocka Rolla"

In this solo recording effort, Kurt discusses the 50th anniversary of Judas Priest's classic album, "Rocka Rolla" and its importance in the band's stellar discography. 

The Electric Vibe Welcomes Executive Protector Harlan "Hucky" Austin

Kurt and JD welcome executive protector/professional bodyguard Harlan Austin. "Hucky" talks about his 9 years protecting music superstar Prince, his  later years protecting many others, training other executive protectors and gives Kurt and JD a glimpse into his practical and no nonsense approach to professional protection. 

Marquise Bowie, "Tourist Interrupter" and the Minneapolis Agape Movement

Performing social and community outreach at the George Floyd Epicenter in Minnesota, Marquise Bowie, the self proclaimed "tourist interrupter," tells Kurt and JD about his troubled but inspiring past, his community and what led him to perform the all important task of "converting street energy into community energy."

Hayley Drinkall, former manager for Cat Clover Visits The Electric Vibe

In this poignant, touching and endearing interview, Haley Drinkall continues the discussion about her client, Cat Glover. Hayley tells Kurt and JD what Cat meant to her and Cat's fans, and pays tribute to a dynamic member of the Purple Community and beyond. 

Tonya Giddens Visits The Electric Vibe

Tonya Giddens, founder of Brooklyn Gurl Productions, stops by The Electric Vibe to visit with Kurt and JD to talk about her promotion company, her career as a full figured fashion model and so much more. Funny and entertaining, you don't want to miss Tonya's episode! 

The Electric Vibe Welcomes Matt "Atlanta Bliss" Blistan

Kurt and JD enjoy a great conversation with Matt Blistan, aka "Atlanta Bliss," so named by Prince. Matt stops by to promote his new book, "Mind, Body, Trumpet" and tell entertaining stories about working with Prince, performing with Miles Davis and meeting Wynton Marsalis and many others. Great stories and great advice about performance techniques! 

The Vicki Soto Memorial Fund and 2024 Annual 5K

Kurt and JD welcome Jillian Soto Marino to The Electric Vibe to discuss The Vicki Soto Memorial Fund and the 12th annual Vicki Soto 5k, honoring the memory and legacy of Jillian's sister, teacher Vicki Soto.