Ron and Laird go back to a Galaxy Far Far Away looking at the 20th Anniversary of Maestro’s John Williams score to The Phantom Menace. Safely escaping the clutches of Darth Maul and Jar Jar, Laird recounts his adventures much closer to home but still a bit far away in the Berkshires where he witnessed the Maestro Live with amazing violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter. [In Stereo]
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After a relatively quiet early 2019, the music of John Williams is flowing again! From the LA Phil’s Celebrating John Williams around the world to the mastery of Anne-Sophie Mutter and all the way to the Galaxy’s Edge, Ron Longo and Laird Malamed discuss and play the latest magic of John Williams. [In Stereo]
The wait is finally over as we proudly present the original radio drama, Indiana Jones and the Bridge to Yesterday! In the immediate aftermath of the second World War, Indiana Jones returns home from his time with the OSS, now weary of his daredevil past. But just when he contemplates hanging up his hat for good, an old nemesis re-emerges with a plot to not on only destroy the world’s newly established peace, but also erase the last thirty years of history. In order to stop him Indy must journey into the heart of the legendary Devil’s Triangle where he will decide to either wipe out the sins of the world, along with his own mistakes, or renew his journey and remember the adventure! [In Stereo]
Tom Hooten, principal trumpet of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, joins Ron and Laird in Club Obi Wan to discuss his career and the upcoming release of his new album, Hooten Plays Williams, featuring John Williams conducting the Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra and the theme from Born on the Fourth of July. Plus the latest John Williams news! [In Stereo]
Ron and Laird are back to celebrate the birthday of John Williams as he turns 87! They take a listen to music from the concert hall and how it relates to some of the Maestro’s film work – and where were the origins of his amazing ability to compose for any instrument! [In Stereo]
Ron and Laird are back to dissect the music of John Williams, as they celebrate the 30th anniversary of Last Crusade with an analysis of the first 25 minutes of the movie. They kick off their year long celebration of this amazing movie. [In Stereo]
Laird and Ron welcome in 2019 with another look at maestro John Williams’ work including Land of the Giants, Schindler’s List, Harry Potter, Superman and of course, Indiana Jones as well as lots more! [In Stereo]
Happy Holidays! Laird and Ron return with their longest Special ever. Joined by Chris Allan (IJ in the UK), the trio talk the October 26 John Williams concert from London, and they dissect some possible goodies to buy for your favourite John Williams fan this holidays (or ask for your family and friends to get for you!). Prior to that, Ron and Laird go over the latest news and discuss 1979’s Dracula, just in time for it’s 40th anniversary next year. [In Stereo]
Ron and Laird return to the Temple of Doom in their final listen to the amazing musical score by Maestro John Williams. With over 30 minutes of film to cover – and nearly as much music – the duo becomes a trio as The Further Adventures’ co-host Keith Voss keeps them taking the left tunnel to escape the clutches of Mola Ram. [In Stereo]