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Yakkin' with Yessian
by Yakkin' with Yessian
Dan Yessian is an award-winning American composer, producer, musician, and founder of Yessian Music Inc., an internationally-renowned music, production and sound design company that serves the motion picture, television, and advertising industries around the globe. The music enthusiast turned entrepreneur launched his company in 1971 inside a converted 200 square foot bait and tackle shop and today, Yessian Music has become one of the most respected, sought-after and innovative commercial music companies in the United States and abroad, with offices and studios in metro Detroit, Los Angeles, New York and Hamburg, Germany
Episodes
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Tom Weschler Full Interview
Tom Weschler Full Interview by Yakkin' with Yessian
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Simon Javizian Full Interview
Today I bring you an interview with a pillar of our Armenian community here in Metro Detroit; Mr Simon Javizian. Simon and I have a long history, as a matter of fact my first music gig was to be his replacement in the band that he had founded, named “Ardziv”. Ardziv was a band that played both...
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Lila Lazarus Interview
Yakkin' With Yessian is back with a brand new episode featuring the incomparable journalist and adventurer; Lila Lazarus. Landing on Detroit's WXYZ at age 14, she won her first Emmy for the television program "Kids Are People Too". Studying journalism and traveling abroad, Lila soon discovered…
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Devin Scillian Full Interview
Many of you might know Devin Scillian from Detroit's WDIV Channel 4. He became the channel's anchor in 1996, replacing the long-standing and iconic Mort Crim. What you might not know is Devin's wide array of talent as a singer/songwriter, performer, and author. With his 21st book releasing this...
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Walter White
Today I’m thrilled to bring you a real badass. Walter White (and no, not Bryan Cranston or Heisenberg) is a true master of his instruments. Whether he’s blowing on a standard-issue trumpet or trying to blast mutes out of the bell of his trombone, Walter is truly a brass virtuoso who can be found...
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Family Music Business
Have you ever formally interviewed your children? What you might discover in their answers might surprise you. In this first episode the boys and I discuss their earliest perceptions of their father's line of work. Would they want to follow in my footsteps? Would that be a good idea? We all hear...
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Bruce Miller
There are many facets of the music business. For any of you parents who have children wanting to do music, you might find most of them want to be rock stars...so you buy drums and guitars, which usually find themselves covered in dust 6 months later. You're going to find my interview with Bruce...
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The Titanic and Cumberworth's Dilemma
In my experience as a bandleader, there were one or two guys in the group, so focused on the job... They tuned out their audience. Some are ego driven and relish in the fact that nothing is more important than their own presence. In truth when we use the word “band” we think of a team, but then...
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Ralphe Armstrong
When you've played with Frank Zappa, Miles Davis, Leonard Bernstein, Aretha Franklin, Carlos Santana, Earl Klugh, Jon-Luc Ponty, George Martin, Herbie Hancock and more? We speak to Ralphe Armstrong.
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Alexander Zonjic Part 1
World renown musician Alexander Zonjic joins me today in our latest podcast. Zonjic has been in musical company with a host of Jazz greats, from Bob James to Jeff Lorber, from Earl Klugh to Kenny G. Alexander Zonjic and Dan Yessian continue their conversation regarding Zonjic's latest album...
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Alexander Zonjic Part 2
World renown musician Alexander Zonjic joins me today in our latest podcast. Zonjic has been in musical company with a host of Jazz greats, from Bob James to Jeff Lorber, from Earl Klugh to Kenny G. Alexander Zonjic and Dan Yessian continue their conversation regarding Zonjic's latest album...
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Yakkin' with Herbie Russ
Herbie Russ is Amazing! Appeared on America's Got Talent! (Remember what he sang?) An amazing vocalist AND sax player! Known as "Homeless Herbie" singing on the streets! Featured on "MABE in AMERICA" with millions of views! Gives all donations to the homeless! Dan & Herbie go WAY back (Find out…
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Colours of Faith
Coming to you today with a special podcast featuring the full interview with Pastor Emeritus Garabed Kochakian, whom I featured in the "Colours of Faith" short film. There were so many questions we didn't have time to cover, so here it is in it's full form.
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John Delle-Monache
A blast from the past! For over 50 years my long-time friend John Delle-Monache has been a familiar voice to Detroiters, delivering the news and interviewing some of the world's biggest stars. Listen to the latest episode of "Yakkin' With Yessian" as John takes us through his 50+ year career in...
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Bananas 'Cross the River with Brenda Lee
Dan Yessian shares a story from his gigging days in the '60s. What can go wrong, will. With a perfect opportunity to make a great impression, Dan goes Bananas with his sax.
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A Salute to Failure
Follow Dan Yessian in this little trip through failure...Just make sure your car stays on the road, unlike his Gremlin. If you've ever wondered about Concert Promotion and the risks & rewards, this episode is for you!
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Gerard Smerek Part 1
GERARD SMEREK GRAMMY AWARD WINNING MIXER, PRODUCER & RECORDIST Enjoy as we talk about the beginnings and heights of Gerard's amazing career in the music industry. Part One: We talk to Grammy winning producer/mixer Gerard Smerek about his early days, his inspiration for getting started in this…
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Gerard Smerek Part 2
GERARD SMEREK GRAMMY AWARD WINNING MIXER, PRODUCER & RECORDIST Enjoy as we talk about the beginnings and heights of Gerard's amazing career in the music industry. Part One: We talk to Grammy winning producer/mixer Gerard Smerek about his early days, his inspiration for getting started in this…
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Gerard Smerek Part 3
GERARD SMEREK GRAMMY AWARD WINNING MIXER, PRODUCER & RECORDIST Enjoy as we talk about the beginnings and heights of Gerard's amazing career in the music industry. Part One: We talk to Grammy winning producer/mixer Gerard Smerek about his early days, his inspiration for getting started in this…
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Maurissa Rose: The Ups & Downs of the Music Business
Artist Maurissa Rose has the unique ability to use her miraculous voice to take you on a dynamic ride. Like a fine tuned machine, Maurissa has the control of a fighter pilot with the finesse of a Renaissance painter. In our conversation, you'll hear a compelling story about the ups and downs of…
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Tom Ryan talks Dick Purtan, Radio Jingles & Prank Calls
How do you have a long lasting career spanning 40 years in entertainment media especially radio? Dan talks with Tom Ryan, long time sidekick on the Dick Purtan radio show on CKLW in Detroit. They talk novelty songs, jingles, prank calls and more. Go to DanYessian.com for more bonus features.
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Sonia Lee
Dan sits down with Master Violinist, Sonia Lee - and they discuss her career and work together. Since 1998, her talent, beauty, and performing brio have made her an in-demand instrumentalist for the concert tours of numerous A-list entertainers, including Diana Ross, Rod Stewart, Don Henley, and...
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The Passage of the Armenian Resolution in the U.S. Senate
Dan & Ohad discuss the passage of the Armenian Genocide resolution in the United States Senate on December 12, 2019.
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Susan Calloway Final Fantasy & More
Dan interviews Susan Calloway, songwriter, singer and video game professional about touring, working with Nobuo Uematsu and the amazing twists and turns as a video game singer. Commercial and Television vocal work in so many ways displays the amazing talent and focus of Susan.
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Captain Kangaroo & Meat Pies
Dan interviews John Zadikian about a plethora of topics - including music, food, Armenia, Meat Pies and more food. Oh - did we mention Captain Kangaroo?
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Musicology with Kenny Watson
Dan Yessian speaks with Kenny Watson about singing "I See Wings" (written by Dan and David Barrett) and his personal connection to it. Enjoy the music and the interview!
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Bittersweet
In this episode, Dan and Ohad discuss the recent House resolution to recognize the Armenian Genocide which occurred over 104 years ago.
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Ad Men featuring special guest Ken Sidlow
When we think about music, it’s rarely associated with advertising. Most of my career has been devoted to writing music for commercials. Here I interview my long time advertising client and friend, Ken Sidlow, sharing stories and experiences that would make any “Mad Men” fan blush.
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"Turn The Page" Bob Seger Autobiography
Dan interviews Ed Sarkis Balian, the biographer of The Bob Seger Story - The FIRST and ONLY complete biography of rock legend Bob Seger. Buy the bio at https://bobsegerturnthepage.com or on Amazon.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Dan Yessian is an award-winning American composer, producer, musician, and founder of Yessian Music Inc., an internationally-renowned music, production and sound design company that serves the motion picture, television, and advertising industries around the globe. The music enthusiast turned entrepreneur launched his company in 1971 inside a converted 200 square foot bait and tackle shop and today, Yessian Music has become one of the most respected, sought-after and innovative commercial music companies in the United States and abroad, with offices and studios in metro Detroit, Los Angeles, New York and Hamburg, Germany
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