Chris Isaak gets a new show - Stevie among the first guests!

RockALittle250 · #1 01-27-2009, 10:28 PM

His new show sounds exciting, and Stevie is one of his first guests!

BIO PREMIERES NEW ORIGINAL TALK AND MUSIC PERFORMANCE SHOW "THE CHRIS ISAAK HOUR"

HOSTED BY GRAMMY NOMINATED SINGER/SONGWRITER CHRIS ISAAK SERIES DEBUTS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26 AT 10PM ET/ 11PM PT AND WILL FEATURE

TRISHA YEARWOOD, STEVIE NICKS AND GLEN CAMPBELL AMONG FIRST GUESTS

New York, NY JANUARY 27, 2009 Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Chris Isaak will host BIO's new original series, "The Chris Isaak Hour" debuting on Thursday, February 26 at 10pm ET/ 11pm PT. Each weekly one hour episode will feature one of music's most popular artists in an intimate studio setting.

"On my show artists get to talk and really get to know my guests and the sound is always great. On most TV shows, artists are asked one question at the end of the show and the sound is a bit shaky," said Chris Isaak. "I also get to share in the thrill of meeting and performing with great artists like Glen Campbell one week and Michael Buble the next. I'm having a blast."

"Chris Isaak is one of the most engaging and talented performers in show business," said Tom Moody, Senior Vice President Program Planning & Acquisitions, A&E Network & BIO. "He is intelligent and funny and has an amazing rapport with his guests in both conversations and musical performances."

Through a blend of storytelling and performance, each guest will be interviewed by Isaak and relive the highs and lows of their careers. Whether it's a spontaneous acoustical performance with Chris during an interview or their full band live on stage, each artist will perform their own material and the songs of those who inspired them. The show's fresh tone and retro style are driven by the singular talent of host Chris Isaak. Intelligent, thoughtful and sometimes irreverent, Isaak's special gift is creating an atmosphere that puts his guests completely at ease.

The series premiere will feature Trisha Yearwood, and will include the first ever performance of Breaking Apart, a duet from Isaak's new album. Additional guests include Stevie Nicks, Smashing Pumpkins, Chicago, Glen Campbell, Michael Buble and Yusuf Islam (formerly Cat Stevens).

Isaak previously starred in the critically acclaimed "The Chris Isaak Show" which ran for three seasons. Known for his legendary live shows with his longtime band Silvertone, Isaak has released nine extraordinary albums and been nominated twice for a Grammy. He has also acted in several motion pictures including, Silence of the Lambs, Married to the Mob and Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me. Even his hair has its own fan club. Chris Isaak's new CD of original tunes "Mr. Lucky" is scheduled to be released simultaneously with "The Chris Isaak Hour" on Reprise Records.

"The Chris Isaak Hour" is produced for BIO by Scott Sternberg Productions. Executive Producers are Scott Sternberg, Patrick Murphy, Chris Isaak and Sheryl Louis. Executive producers for BIO are Robert Sharenow, Tom Moody and Andy Berg.

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michelej1 · #2 01-28-2009, 03:05 AM

Great news and I'm excited to hear that he has a new album. Michele

Livia · #3 01-28-2009, 12:23 PM

Very cool - I'm glad it's on basic cable rather than Showtime.

louielouie2000 · #4 01-28-2009, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Livia

Very cool - I'm glad it's on basic cable rather than Showtime.

Exactly! And this has been the only bit of exciting Mac news for me since Gift Of Screws was released. If done right, this could be a wonderful and yet unseen combo of interview and performance with Stevie. I fear this show won't live up to all our typically high expectations though. I guess we'll have to wait and see!

JohnL · #5 01-28-2009, 01:07 PM

if this is the TV appearance that Jana Anderson had on her calendar a couple of months back that they were filming?

wolfontherun · #6 01-28-2009, 03:51 PM

Hope he can seduce something out of her besides SB, GDW, Rhianon, Landslide, etc, etc, etc.

Seriously it is time for something different Stevie. Something obscure and this showcase sounds like the perfect opportunity for you to stretch a little.

Livia · #7 01-28-2009, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by wolfontherun

Hope he can seduce something out of her besides SB, GDW, Rhianon, Landslide, etc, etc, etc.

Seriously it is time for something different Stevie. Something obscure and this showcase sounds like the perfect opportunity for you to stretch a little.

An "It's Late" duet would make up for them NOT doing it on their tour together.

Carlene · #8 01-28-2009, 06:59 PM

Hey everyone,
I'm coming out of a 5+ year "retirement" from the Ledge. As a major fan of both Chris and Stevie for eons, I'm beyond excited about his new show. Chris' drummer, Kenney Dale Johnson, writes a blog on Chris' website where he has chatted about the new show and states that on Stevie's episode they performed "Red River Valley" (which he says, "Stevie killed") and, yes...Ricky Nelson's "It's Late."

I'd imagine there would be more songs than those two, but those are the ones he mentioned. Stevie brings Waddy along with her for this episode.

LukeA · #9 01-28-2009, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Livia

Very cool - I'm glad it's on basic cable rather than Showtime.

That was a very underrated show! I wonder if its on DVD...

wolfontherun · #10 01-28-2009, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Livia

An "It's Late" duet would make up for them NOT doing it on their tour together.

Biggest missed opportunity in the history of entertainment. I wonder who nixed the idea of them doing anything together on that tour? We know it must have been discussed.

wolfontherun · #11 01-28-2009, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Carlene

Hey everyone,
I'm coming out of a 5+ year "retirement" from the Ledge. As a major fan of both Chris and Stevie for eons, I'm beyond excited about his new show. Chris' drummer, Kenney Dale Johnson, writes a blog on Chris' website where he has chatted about the new show and states that on Stevie's episode they performed "Red River Valley" (which he says, "Stevie killed") and, yes...Ricky Nelson's "It's Late."

I'd imagine there would be more songs than those two, but those are the ones he mentioned. Stevie brings Waddy along with her for this episode.

Oh no!!! Waddy will stomp all over everything!!!! Though he did a nice job on the Soundstage performance of Crash, he , for once, impressed me with his subtle playing, didn't know he had it in him.

michelej1 · #12 01-29-2009, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Carlene

Hey everyone,
I'm coming out of a 5+ year "retirement" from the Ledge. As a major fan of both Chris and Stevie for eons, I'm beyond excited about his new show. Chris' drummer, Kenney Dale Johnson, writes a blog on Chris' website where he has chatted about the new show and states that on Stevie's episode they performed "Red River Valley" (which he says, "Stevie killed") and, yes...Ricky Nelson's "It's Late."

I'd imagine there would be more songs than those two, but those are the ones he mentioned. Stevie brings Waddy along with her for this episode.

Kenney is wonderful. He was so great on Chris' show. He had a comedian's natural timing. I laughed so much.

I don't like the way they do It's Late together, I am very excited for Red River Valley. You've made me look forward to it even more.

Michele

iamnotafraid · #13 01-29-2009, 05:00 AM

Chris Isaak will also be performing on the Leno show Feb. 20, 2009.
I'm sure he will be talking about his new release "Mr. Lucky" and the
upcoming premiere of his show on the BIO Channel. That is, if Jay
gives him time.

louielouie2000 · #14 01-29-2009, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by wolfontherun

Oh no!!! Waddy will stomp all over everything!!!! Though he did a nice job on the Soundstage performance of Crash, he , for once, impressed me with his subtle playing, didn't know he had it in him.

I thought Waddy did a tremendous job with Sara on Soundstage too. He totally kept in the background, stayed mellow, and let Stevie's voice be the star of this song. I think it's the definitive version of Sara, period.

wolfontherun · #15 01-29-2009, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by louielouie2000

I thought Waddy did a tremendous job with Sara on Soundstage too. He totally kept in the background, stayed mellow, and let Stevie's voice be the star of this song. I think it's the definitive version of Sara, period.

I forgot about that you are correct. But I do not like the arrangement nor the vocal on this version of Sara she sounds too nasaly and hellium ish.

You like this version better then the Tusk tour one?