David Rosenthal, Billy Joel / Rainbow / Robert Palmer / Enrique Iglesias (Part 2)

In this second of two parts (see Part 1 here), David Rosenthal continues the discussion on the fascinating journey that’s been his musical career.

To listen / watch:

Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or:
Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel

Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab):

Auditioning for the first big gig with Rainbow

Rainbow – Stone Cold (San Antonio 1982)

Preparation and over-preparation

David’s amazing on-stage train wreck story

Artists who have been big influences: Yes (Close to the Edge) / Emerson, Lake and Palmer / Rush (Moving Pictures) / Tomita / Uriah Heep

Who inspired David to buy his first synth

Playing with Happy the Man

Suggestions / tips for players wanting to make a career in the industry

Quick Fire 10 questions with a Billy Joel bent.

The blessing and curse of perfect pitch

(Some of) David’s favourite Billy Joel songs

Another great train-wreck story, this time in Rome Italy.

No Man’s Land – Billy Joel

Don’t forget to click on any of the subscribe links to automatically have each episode download, or just click play on the player above to listen right here.

We’re always keen to hear from you: drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn .

We also have a listener survey that helps us improve the show, it only takes 90 seconds.

If you’re a keyboard player, we also have a regular email newsletter with interesting news from the industry just for you.

To help us keep the podcast running like a finely oiled machine, we do have a Patreon account if you’d like to contribute the cost of a small cup of coffee a month and receive bonus content

Finally, check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.

Cover photo: Myrna Suarez