Living On Music with Steve Houk

Steve Houk
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"Living On Music with Steve Houk" has interviewed over 150 musicians since it began in 2020, from both the super-talented Washington DC music community as well as musical legends from around the world. Host Steve Houk, a three-time Emmy-winning TV writer & producer/music writer and musician, describes the journeys he takes every show, whether it's a deep dive or a brief meetup: “My main objective is to enrich and captivate musicians and music people, let them engage and reminisce about their musical ride, often remembering their triumphs and their challenges, all while educating and entertaining their fans new and old and the public as well. It’s been the most exciting, fulfilling and rewarding experience, both professionally and personally, in my 38-year television and media career.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/living-on-music-with-steve-houk--5376946/support.

  1. Oct 18

    Phil Vassar on Living On Music

    Phil Vassar is a well-known American country music artist who over 25 years has racked up chart-topping hits and numerous accolades, including performances in Europe, Australia, and the White House, as well as memorable moments with country legends like Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson. With nine albums to his name, two ASCAP Songwriter of the Year awards, and recognition as ACM’s Top New Male Vocalist, Vassar’s reign of chart-topping singles includes 10 No.1 hits and 27 Top 40 tracks; standout songs like “Carlene,” “Six-Pack Summer,” and the enduring “Just Another Day in Paradise” showcase his signature style. But it’s the connection he builds with fans through live performances that remains the heart of his career. “When I go on stage, the world fades away, and it’s just about having fun and connecting with the fans,” he shares. He is now celebrating the 25th anniversary of his breakout hit “Just Another Day in Paradise" with his piano-pounding powerhouse embarking on his “25 Years of Paradise” Tour, this celebration of his impact on country music promises to energize audiences from coast to coast via his show, which includes both timeless hits of his as well as covers of musical icons like Billy Joel and Elton John, brings a new life to his catalog, with nightly changes in the setlist. “It’s amazing to see people singing along who weren’t even born when the songs came out,” he says with wonder. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/living-on-music-with-steve-houk--5376946/support.

    Phil Vassar on Living On Music

  2. Oct 15

    Chris Poland on Living On Music

    Chris Poland is an American guitarist and songwriter best known as the former guitarist of the thrash metal band Megadeth. Since 2002, Poland has been the guitarist of the instrumental jazz rock bands OHM and OHMphrey, among others, and has appeared on several projects and albums from a variety of different genres. His latest venture titled "Nuclear Messiah" is a monumental all-star metal project built around his visionary guitar work, from across five decades of rock and metal into one cinematic, apocalyptic statementuniting 36 legendary musicians including Chris Adler (Lamb of God, Megadeth), Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal (Guns N’ Roses, Sons of Apollo), Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge, Beck, Bogert & Appice, King Kobra), Don Airey (Deep Purple, Rainbow, Ozzy Osbourne), Rick Wakeman (Yes), Jonathan Cain (Journey, The Babys), Sebastian Bach (Skid Row), Pat Travers (Pat Travers Band) and many other stellar musicians. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/living-on-music-with-steve-houk--5376946/support.

    Chris Poland on Living On Music

  3. Oct 10

    Bruce Cockburn on Living On Music

    Bruce Cockburn is a world-renowned Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist, his song styles range from folk to folk- and jazz-influenced rock to soundscapes accompanying spoken stories, and his lyrics reflect interests in spirituality, human rights, environmental issues, and relationships, and describe among other things his experiences in Central America and Africa. Cockburn has written more than 350 songs on 34 albums over a career spanning five decades, of which 22 have received a Canadian gold or platinum certification as of 2018, he has sold more than one million albums in Canada alone. He is starting his next live run on Oct 15th and playing Warner Theater in DC on Oct 27th, and has 19 upcoming gigs in October and November, he has been doing gigs recently with Judy Collins & Livingston Taylor. Cockburn has spent more than five decades writing some of the most enduring songs in Canadian music, and on his new album 'The Blood of Others,' which is to be released October 16th through Sunset Boulevard Records, he turns his attention to the songs that shaped him long before he wrote a single lyric of his own. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/living-on-music-with-steve-houk--5376946/support.

    Bruce Cockburn on Living On Music

  4. Sep 22

    Laurence Juber on Living On Music

    Laurence Juber is a solo performer, recording artist, composer and arranger. His playing fuses folk, jazz, blues, pop and classical styles, creating a multi-faceted performance that belies the use of only one instrument. His latest release, I’ve Got A Feeling, is the fifth in a series of his celebrated fingerstyle arrangements of Beatles songs. First internationally recognized as lead guitarist in Paul McCartney & Wings from 1978-1981, with whom he won a Grammy, Juber has since established himself as world-renowned guitar virtuoso and entertainer. Juber, known to his fans as L.J., has recorded more than two dozen albums which spotlight his unique touch and tone on solo guitar. As a studio musician, he can be heard on recordings from artists as diverse as Harry Styles, Dan Hicks & The Hot Licks, and the French chanteuse Sylvie Vartin, plus his playing is featured on the soundtracks to hundreds of TV shows such as Home Improvement, and movies including the academy award-winning Dirty Dancing, Good Will Hunting and Pocahontas. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/living-on-music-with-steve-houk--5376946/support.

    Laurence Juber on Living On Music

  5. Sep 5

    Peter Asher on Living On Music

    Peter Asher is an English guitarist, singer, manager and record producer who came to prominence in the 1960s as a member of the pop music vocal duo Peter and Gordon before going on to a successful career as a manager and record producer, helping to foster the recording careers of James Taylor and Linda Ronstadt among others. As a producer, Peter has worked with such diverse artists as James Taylor, 10,000 Maniacs, Diana Ross, Neil Diamond, Ringo Starr, Linda Ronstadt, Cher, Morrissey, Robin Williams, Jane Monheit, Kenny Loggins, The Dixie Chicks, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Hans Zimmer and Billy Joel, among many others. He has been awarded 37 RIAA-certified gold albums and 22 platinum albums in the U.S., and many more internationally. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/living-on-music-with-steve-houk--5376946/support.

    Peter Asher on Living On Music

  6. Sep 1

    Cindy Blackman Santana & "Coherence" on Living On Music

    Celebrated drummer, bandleader, and composer Cindy Blackman Santana has been a force to be reckoned with since her 1987 debut album, Arcane, featuring jazz legends Wallace Roney, Joe Henderson, Kenny Garrett, and Buster Williams. Fast forward to 2026 and Cindy commands that same power with her new album "Coherence," a once-in-a-lifetime musical journey combining jazz, rock, fusion, and spirituality, featuring special guests John McLaughlin and Carlos Santana. Buckle up for a masterclass in modern music from one of the most electrifying drummers to ever do it. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe to Living On Music on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/living-on-music-with-steve-houk--5376946/support.

    Cindy Blackman Santana & "Coherence" on Living On Music

  7. Aug 28

    Anna Storm on Living On Music

    Anna Storm is a powerhouse pop and R&B recording artist, songwriter, and social media influencer who is all about empowerment. She recently released her newest music project "Trap Opera" and her high-energy sound has also paved the way for a massive upcoming release: the official remix of her single "1 More Margarita," which features iconic 2000’s rapper Petey Pablo. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe to Living On Music on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/living-on-music-with-steve-houk--5376946/support.

    Anna Storm on Living On Music

  8. Apr 28

    Christopher Wyze on Living On Music

    Blues, Roots and Americana singer/songwriter Christoper Wyze decided around the age of 65, after decades as a promoter and book author, to go into the studio and record songs that originated from some poems he'd written, and now after creating his Christopher Wyze and The Tellers band, he has become very successful, in 2025 he was rated as the ONLY artist with two albums on Roots Music Report's Top 100 Blues Albums of 2025 among other accolades, and in March of 2026, Christopher released his next single "This Ain't That" and is hoping to record a second studio album soon. Join Living On Music on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/livingonmusic and subscribe to Living On Music on YouTube at youtube.com/@livingonmusicwithstevehouk. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/living-on-music-with-steve-houk--5376946/support.

    Christopher Wyze on Living On Music
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"Living On Music with Steve Houk" has interviewed over 150 musicians since it began in 2020, from both the super-talented Washington DC music community as well as musical legends from around the world. Host Steve Houk, a three-time Emmy-winning TV writer & producer/music writer and musician, describes the journeys he takes every show, whether it's a deep dive or a brief meetup: “My main objective is to enrich and captivate musicians and music people, let them engage and reminisce about their musical ride, often remembering their triumphs and their challenges, all while educating and entertaining their fans new and old and the public as well. It’s been the most exciting, fulfilling and rewarding experience, both professionally and personally, in my 38-year television and media career.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/living-on-music-with-steve-houk--5376946/support.

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