Gary Dranow sat down with Andras Jones for a wide-ranging conversation that moves effortlessly between music, film, creativity, and the strange, winding paths of a life in the arts. We talk about his journey as a musician, filmmaker, and storyteller, the realities behind the scenes, and what it really takes to keep creating over the long haul. Thoughtful, honest, and occasionally unexpected, this is a conversation that goes deeper than the highlight reel.

This episode features Go Dog Go—a band bursting with personality, great songs, and plenty of real-life road stories. I sit down with the members to dig into their music, the evolution of the band, and the highs and lows that come with life on stage and on the road. We talk songwriting, band chemistry, influences, and the moments that test your commitment to keep going. Honest, funny, and full of lived experience, this conversation captures what it really means to create, perform, and stay passionate about music over the long haul.

My podcast episode with Derek Shulman dives into his incredible journey from fronting progressive rock pioneers Gentle Giant to becoming a powerhouse record executive who signed and developed artists like Bon Jovi, Dream Theater, Pantera, and Slipknot, while helping revitalize legends such as AC/DC and Bad Company. (Wikipedia) We talk about his early days with Simon Dupree & The Big Sound, the creative risks of Gentle Giant, his transition to the business side of music, and the stories behind some of the biggest bands he helped bring to the world.

In this electrifying episode, Gary Dranow sits down with Larry Tee — the legendary DJ, producer, and cultural tastemaker who co-wrote RuPaul’s “Supermodel (You Better Work)” and coined the term ElectroClash. From shaping New York’s club scene to launching global music and fashion trends, Larry shares stories of reinvention, creativity, and collaboration across decades. Tune in for a deep dive into his iconic career, the birth of ElectroClash, and what’s next for this pioneer of sound and style.

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Gary Dranow sits down with Sherjan Ahmad, the dynamic guitarist and singer known for Coke Studio Season 10 and performances with Junoon and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan. They dive into Sherjan’s musical roots, the rise of Sufi rock, and how music bridges cultures. Plus, a look ahead at his upcoming projects and collaborations for 2026.

In this special episode of The Gary Dranow Show, Gary sits down with legendary music executive, author, and cultural historian Danny Goldberg. With a career spanning over five decades, Goldberg shares rare insights from his time managing and producing for icons like Nirvana, Bonnie Raitt, and The Allman Brothers Band, as well as leading major record labels including Atlantic Records, Warner Bros., and Mercury Records. Together, Gary and Danny explore the evolution of rock and roll, the intersection of music and social change, and Goldberg’s newest book, Liberals With Attitude: The Rodney King Beating and the Fight for the Soul of Los Angeles (Akashic Books, 2025). It’s a thoughtful and passionate conversation about music, activism, and the enduring power of art to inspire change