(10-14-26) Americana singer songwriter and muti-Instrumentalist Luke Curran, Based in Boston, has embraced the Americana folk roots music genre and draws inspiration from his upbringing in Northern Michigan and Florida. Luke joined Mike and cohost, Nashville singer-songwriter Chloe Penny to chat about his music and experience on NBC's The Voice season 30.

In the blind audiiton round, he performed Jim Croce's 1972 hit 'Operator (That's Not the Way it Feels).' Adam Levine and Riley Green turned chairs with Luke choosing coach Adam. Despite being eliminated in the battle round, he enjoyed his time on The Voice and is grateful for the opportunity.

Luke's music journey began at 5 years old. By his teen years, he was writing original music and fronting a number of rock bands. Curran stepped away from his music ambitions and pursued software development opportunities. But, Luke, never lost his love for creating music and performing live. He began performing at open mics and various gigs. He continued to write new original music and released his debut EP ‘Hymms’ in 2005.

You can find links to his music at LukeCurranMusic.com

Follow Luke Curran on Instagram @lukecurranmusic

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(10-9-26)

Mike and cohost, bassist Leland Sklar welcomed Burleigh Drummond, drummer and founding member of Ambrosia!

Born in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, Burleigh is a self-proclaimed army brat. Both of his parents were in the U.S. Army and relocated often. Eventually, stationed in Turkey, he became interested in the percussion arts and by 5th grade, began drum lessons. He was influenced by watching Turkish artisans hammering and bending large copper plates. This is where his love for the drums began.

For more than 50 years, Ambrosia is going strong with a huge international following of Prog Rock and Yacht Rock fans. As a founding member of the band, Burleigh has been nominated for 5 Grammy awards, had 5 charted top 10 singles and has contributed and performed on 300+ recordings. As well, he has written over 100 songs and has engineered and produced numerous projects. He has had the opportunity to share stages with Frank Zappa, Michael McDonald, Alan Parsons, Kenny Loggins and a number of outstanding bands and musicians. In addition to his drumming gig with Ambrosia, Burleigh is also the founder of ‘Tin Drum Family Band’ and is still touring and recording with both bands.

Burleigh stays busy! Between Ambrosia and Tin Drum, he is playing shows everywhere!

Follow Burleigh Drummond on Instagram @burleighdrummondofficial You can follow Ambrosia as well @ambrosiatheband

For updates and show dates, check out AmbrosiaLive.net & TinDrumMusic.com

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(10/1/26)

Mike and cohost, Nashville country music artist Chloe Penny featured Texas Country Blues Singer-Songwriter Allie Rae on ConversationsRadio! Allie calls Santa Fe, Texas her home and has been performingllie Rae has new music! 'Two Step' was Mike and cohost, Chloe Penny bring you award winning Country Singer Songwriter Allie Rae! Allie Rae can be seen on Season 30 of ' The Voice' on NBC!

Ever since Allie Rae was 7 years old, and she stepped onto the stage for the first time at a school talent show, she knew music was more than something she loved. Fast forward to rising artist Allie Rae from Santa Fe is already making her mark on the Texas country and blues scene. Blending the soulful grit of blues with the heartfelt storytelling of country, she delivers a sound far beyond her years.

Allie Rae's new adventure, 'The Voice' on NBC. She is on Team Riley Green and gave an outstanding performance on the blind auditions singing Allanah Miles’ 'Black Velvet' and she made it her own. The judges love her but Riley Green has her on his team.

We look forward to following Allie Rae's journey. Everyone's excited to see what she will do next. Be sure and watch The Voice on NBC and support!

Allie Rae has new music! 'Two Step' was just released and she can't wait to share it with everyone.

Check out Allie Rae on the web for official merch, music and updates at www.allierae.com

Follow Allie on Instagram @arofficalmusic

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just released and she can't wait to share it with everyone.

Allie Rae has new music! 'Two Step' was just released and she can't wait to share it with everyone.