Boomerocity

Randy Patterson sits down with his friend of 49 years, Dr. Roderick Logan, for a conversation about the ways we raise children, respond to religious harm, and care for others. Rod discusses I Was Loved, Finding Everland, and The Coherent Rhythm of Care, with attention to grandparents, personal dignity, and the limits caregivers need. Their shared history brings music memories, humor, and candor to a wide-ranging interview. n this episode: childhood memories and parenting intentions; grandparents as a patient presence; rebuilding trust after spiritual abuse; making room for questions; caregiver exhaustion; and Rod's clarity, capacity, and calling framework. Books and resources: https://rodericklogan.com/my-books. Guest website: https://rodericklogan.com/. Watch: https://youtu.be/GQYewQu8A_I .  Hosted and produced by Randy Patterson for Boomerocity.

What do Elvis Presley, the Beach Boys, John Cowan, and bluegrass gospel have in common? More than you might think! On this episode of Boomerocity, Randy Patterson welcomes award-winning husband-and-wife duo Darin & Brooke Aldridge. The North Carolina musicians discuss their early influences, the chance meeting that brought them together, and the remarkable musical partnership that followed. They also share the inspiration behind their gospel album, Soul Condition, and discuss their collaboration with John Cowan on "You Don't Knock." Along the way, we hear about their experiences at the Grand Ole Opry, their appreciation for traditional bluegrass, and their hopes for the next generation of musicians. It's a conversation about music, marriage, faith, friendship, and the songs that connect generations. Listen, enjoy, and share with a friend! For more interviews, visit Boomerocity.com.

What do you ask a musical legend when you have just 15 minutes together? For Randy Patterson, interviewing Dionne Warwick was a genuine bucket-list moment. In this special Boomerocity conversation, Dionne discusses her forthcoming album, Duets, featuring songs written by Diane Warren and collaborations with artists including Cynthia Erivo and John Legend. She also reveals something unexpected: although Duets is intended to be her final album, she's planning to record with Earth, Wind & Fire! Dionne shares the delightful story of becoming so absorbed in Cynthia Erivo's singing that she forgot her own entrance. She talks about working with her son, producer Damon Elliott, and explains how decades of life experience have changed the way she approaches love songs. And when Randy asks about future performances, Dionne leaves the door open to special appearances. It's a warm, revealing conversation with an artist whose voice has accompanied generations through love, heartbreak, friendship, and everything in between. Join us for a memorable visit with the incomparable Dionne Warwick. Boomerocity — The essence of being a baby boomer. Hosted by Randy Patterson. Theme music: "Roll the Dice" by Quinten Hope, used by permission. Post-production: Cardinal Sins Productions.

Laurence Juber joins Randy Patterson for his first Boomerocity interview to discuss I've Got a Feeling, the fifth collection of new arrangements in his acclaimed LJ Plays The Beatles series. The conversation quickly expands into a remarkable journey through music history. Laurence shares how his wife, Hope, originally convinced him to record an album of Beatles arrangements; Paul McCartney's reaction to that first project; recording inside Abbey Road's Studio 2; and how he approaches the music of Lennon, McCartney and Harrison as a fingerstyle guitarist. He also recounts his path from busy London studio musician to becoming a member of Wings, discusses his decades of film, television and recording work, reflects on Man on the Run, and talks about working with Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and George Harrison. Along the way: Chet Atkins, Hendrix, Phil Keaggy, Al Stewart, the James Bond theme, vintage guitars, music history and much more. It's an hour with a musician who hasn't merely participated in music history — he's spent a lifetime studying what makes that music work.

Johnny Owens — youngest son of country music legend Buck Owens — joins Randy Patterson for his first Boomerocity interview. Johnny discusses his new recording of "Act Naturally," his upcoming version of "Together Again," and his plans to bring the music and spirit of the Bakersfield Sound to audiences through Johnny Owens and the Bakersfield Sound. Along the way, Johnny shares personal memories of his father, Merle Haggard and Don Rich; explains what performing Buck's music has taught him about his dad; talks about Buck Owens the entrepreneur; and tells the remarkable story behind "Who's Gonna Mow Your Grass?" It's a conversation about family, music, memories and carrying one of country music's great legacies forward.