Big Phat Pod

EPISODE 17: THE JAZZ POLICE 25!THIS is the one! The Jazz Police Gordon’s most iconic composition, played by bands all over the world and the chart that helped put Gordon and the Big Phat Band on the international map is back asThe Jazz Police 25Andrew and I dig into this legendary tune and what’s NEW in the 25th anniversary version. We talk with Andy Waddell about his absolutely BURNING guitar solo, the rhythm section about that killer drum soli, and the trumpet section about the brand-new turnaround Gordon added to this updated arrangement.25 years later, it still hits HARD. This one is ICONIC. The Big Phat Pod — The Jazz Police 25!Aaron JanikRyan DeWeeseAndy WaddellRay BrinkerQuinn JohnsonJoey DeLeonKevin AxtVangie Gunn-Goodwin:https://www.vangie.me/Andrew Kesler:https://andrewkesler.com/Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band:https://www.bigphatband.com/Big Phat Pod YouTube:https://youtube.com/@bigphatpod?si=FNAE0yBQkKB84PWmListen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube.Stay shiny, stay Phat, and keep moving forward.

Production Part 2: Inside the Atmos MixWe’re going even deeper behind the scenes of 25 Years of Phatness! In Part 2 of our Production series, I got to sit down with immersive audio pioneers Steve Genewick and Maurice Patist to explore the incredible Dolby Atmos mix of the album.How do you take the massive sound of the Big Phat Band and turn it into a truly immersive listening experience? Steve and Maurice (along with Tommy Vicari) take us inside the process, the creative choices, and the technology that allowed Gordon’s music to surround you in a whole new way.Tech heads will LOVE this one—and even if you don’t know Atmos from Adam, you’ll hear this music differently after this episode.Steve Genewick:https://stevegenewick.com/Maurice Patist:https://pmc-speakers.com/team/maurice-patist/Tommy Vicari:https://www.tommyvicari.com/Vangie Gunn-Goodwin:https://www.vangie.me/Andrew Kesler:https://andrewkesler.com/Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band:https://www.bigphatband.com/Big Phat Pod YouTube:https://youtube.com/@bigphatpod?si=FNAE0yBQkKB84PWmListen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube.Stay shiny, stay Phat, and keep moving forward.

Production: Part 1!Ever wonder what it takes to capture that massive Phat Band sound?We go behind the scenes with recording engineer Talley Sherwood and live mixing wizard Ryan Mowrey to talk all things production—from recording the band in the studio to making it sound HUGE live, and everything in between.There was SO much great stuff we had to make it a two-parter! Tech heads, this one’s for you, but also if you’ve ever wondered how all that Phatness comes together, you’re going to dig it!Talley Sherwoodhttps://talleysherwood.com/Ryan Mowrey:https://www.instagram.com/ryan.mowrey/Maria Villar:https://www.mariavillardesign.com/Vangie Gunn-Goodwin:https://www.vangie.me/Andrew Kesler:https://andrewkesler.com/Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band:https://www.bigphatband.com/Big Phat Pod YouTube:https://youtube.com/@bigphatpod?si=FNAE0yBQkKB84PWmListen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube.Stay shiny, stay Phat, and keep moving forward.

SHINE! — Part 2The story of SHINE! continues, and this time it gets personal. Vangie Gunn-Goodwin and Andrew Kesler sit down with guitarist Andy Waddell to talk about his absolutely burning solo and the story of how he became part of the Phat Band family.Then we turn to the incredible voices behind the track, Aria Gunn and David Loucks, two extraordinary vocalists who bring SHINE! to life with Vangie on all of the background vocals which are a very important part of this song's success.Aria also shares memories of her beautiful relationship with her stepdad, Gordon, and the very special bond they formed through their shared love of jazz and music. Get ready for some tears all around.This one has the groove, the musicianship and plenty of laughs—but it also has a whole lot of heart. An emotional and very special conclusion to our two-part journey inside SHINE!Andy Waddell:https://www.andywaddellmusic.com/David Michael Loucks:https://www.davidloucksmusic.com/Aria Gunn:https://www.instagram.com/aria_gunn/Vangie Gunn-Goodwin:https://www.vangie.me/Andrew Kesler:https://andrewkesler.com/Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band:https://www.bigphatband.com/Big Phat Pod YouTube:https://youtube.com/@bigphatpod?si=FNAE0yBQkKB84PWmListen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube.Stay shiny, stay Phat, and keep moving forward.

We're kicking off a special two-part look at SHINE!—one of the most personal and uplifting songs from 25 Years of Phatness. Featuring powerhouse vocals by Vangie Gunn-Goodwin along with BGV's by Aria Gunn and David Michael Loucks. Co-written by Gordon Goodwin, Vangie Gunn-Goodwin, and Donna Elaine Miller, SHINE! is a celebration of joy, purpose, and unapologetically being yourself. With a funky groove inspired by the spirit of Earth, Wind & Fire and Gordon's signature brilliance, this infectious chart is packed with energy, heart, and soul.In Part One, Vangie and Andrew Kesler take listeners back to the origin of the song, sharing how SHINE! came to life and why it became such a meaningful part of the album. You'll also hear an incredible conversation with the Big Phat Band rhythm section as they discuss the groove, the feel, and the musical magic that drives this high-energy chart.Filled with laughter, inspiration, and plenty of behind-the-scenes stories, this episode is a celebration of the music, the musicians, and the joy that SHINE! was meant to bring.Because sometimes...the best thing you can do is simply SHINE! Kevin Axt:https://www.bigphatband.com/members/rhythm/kevin-axtRay Brinker:https://www.raybrinker.com/bioJoey DeLeon:https://www.bigphatband.com/members/rhythm/joey-deleonQuinn Johnson:https://www.instagram.com/quinnj_music/Vangie Gunn-Goodwin:https://www.vangie.me/Andrew Kesler:https://andrewkesler.com/Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band:https://www.bigphatband.com/Big Phat Pod YouTube:https://youtube.com/@bigphatpod?si=FNAE0yBQkKB84PWmListen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube.Stay shiny, stay Phat, and keep moving forward.

Welcome to the Phat Tracks Vault with Gordon Goodwin—a special series from The Big Phat Pod.For this episode, we're stepping back in time and turning the microphone over to Gordon. Originally broadcast on his beloved radio show, Phat Tracks, this classic episode captures Gordon exactly as so many fans remember him: sharing great music, incredible stories, and his unmistakable passion for big band jazz.Whether you were a longtime listener of the original radio show or you're discovering it for the very first time, the Phat Tracks Vault is your chance to experience Gordon's wit, wisdom, and love of music just as he shared it on the air.So sit back, turn it up, and enjoy this journey into the vault. There are many more to come.Vangie Gunn-Goodwin:https://www.vangie.me/Andrew Kesler:https://andrewkesler.com/Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band:https://www.bigphatband.com/Big Phat Pod YouTube:https://youtube.com/@bigphatpod?si=FNAE0yBQkKB84PWmListen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube.Stay shiny, stay Phat, and keep moving forward.

In this episode of The Big Phat Pod, we explore one of Gordon's most heartfelt compositions, Change is GoodFeaturing the lush vocal artistry of Fletcher Sheridan, David Loucks, Alvin Chea of Take 6, and Vangie Gunn-Goodwin, this beautiful ballad is rich with emotion, intricate harmonies, and breathtaking musicianship.We also reflect and talk about Gordon's final recorded piano solo—a deeply personal performance that now feels like a love letter, showcasing his extraordinary touch, mastery of the piano, impeccable taste, and unmistakable voice at the piano. There are lots of recorded videos from both the piano and vocal sessions on this episode that you will love. Bittersweet, beautiful, and deeply moving, this episode celebrates a piece of music that reminds us that while change can be difficult, it can also lead us to grace, growth, and hope.Both Emotional and filled with humor this episode reveals so much of how Gordon brought his brilliance to life.David Michael Loucks:https://www.davidloucksmusic.com/Fletcher Sheridan:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0792165/Alvin Chea:https://take6.com/Vangie Gunn-Goodwin:https://www.vangie.me/Andrew Kesler:https://andrewkesler.com/Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band:https://www.bigphatband.com/Big Phat Pod YouTube:https://youtube.com/@bigphatpod?si=FNAE0yBQkKB84PWmListen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube.Stay shiny, stay Phat, and keep moving forward.

In this episode of The Big Phat Pod, we dive into Glitch in the Simulation, one of Gordon's most innovative compositions. Hear Danny Kaneyuki break down his blazing soprano sax solo, the sax section reveal how they mastered the song's intricate and unforgettable opening, and our phenomenal sound and tech guru, Ryan Mowrey, share how modern programming and technology helped shape the track's cutting-edge sound.It's a behind-the-scenes look at the creativity, precision, and collaboration that make this chart unlike any other.Danny Kaneyuki:http://www.dankaneyuki.com/Jay Mason:https://www.bigphatband.com/members/saxophones/jay-masonAnibal Seminario:https://anibalseminario.com/pressBrett McDonald:https://www.brettmcdonaldmusic.com/Ryan Mowrey:https://www.instagram.com/ryan.mowrey/Vangie Gunn-Goodwin:https://www.vangie.me/Andrew Kesler:https://andrewkesler.com/Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band:https://www.bigphatband.com/Big Phat Pod YouTube:https://youtube.com/@bigphatpod?si=FNAE0yBQkKB84PWmListen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube.Stay shiny, stay Phat, and keep moving forward.