Treasure Island Discs
Treasure Island Discs
Podcast Description
Host Jeff Moffatt takes you behind the music with a diverse and interesting range of guests as we uncover the albums, songs, the artists make up the soundtrack of their lives.
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The show focuses on personal stories related to music, highlighting topics such as influential albums, favorite songs, and the personal backgrounds of the artists. Episodes may feature discussions on specific genres, artists who have marked the guests' lives, or even iconic soundtracks from significant moments in history, creating a rich tapestry of musical narrative that resonates with listeners.
Host Jeff Moffatt takes you behind the music with a diverse and interesting range of guests as we uncover the albums, songs, the artists make up the soundtrack of their lives.
Mark Farner, legendary frontman and guitarist of Grand Funk Railroad, joins host Jeff Moffatt for a lively and heartfelt conversation on Treasure Island Discs. From his Flint, Michigan roots to selling over 25 million records worldwide, Farner reflects on the family jam sessions that sparked his passion, the whimsical story behind the band’s famous cowbell, and the electrifying energy of their stadium-filling performances.
With humor, wisdom, and humility, Mark shares how songwriting became his outlet for faith, belief, and messages of unity — timeless themes that continue to resonate today. A true American rock icon, Farner brings both nostalgia and fresh perspective to this unforgettable episode.
Learn more at www.markfarner.com.
Other artists mentioned in this episode:
- Grand Funk Railroad
- Humble Pie
- Alice Cooper
- Ursa Majors
- The Yardbirds
- Jeff Beck
- Rick Derringer
- Steve Cropper
- Howard Tate
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