This show features 5-time Grammy award winner Robert Cray,  a blues guitarist and vocalist that has had a stellar solo music career.  He's also recorded with the greats including John Lee Hooker, Eric Clapton and Stevie Ray Vaughan, just to name a few.  In 2011, Robert Cray was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame. Classic Artists Today's Ray White catches up with Robert backstage in April of 2013, talking with him about his gig in the "Animal House" movie and Robert shares his insights on his "Nothin' But Love" album - plus much more!   Our "Spotlight" artist on this episode is contemporary jazz saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist, Gerald Albright.  Learn more about our show by visiting www.cooolcat.com   

Marion Meadows is an innovative saxophonist, composer and contemporary jazz artist who has released 13 albums - his first in 1990.  Early in his career, Marion studied with several of the masters including Joe Henderson and Eddie Daniels.  His first big break came when Norman Connors asked him to join his band.  Marion's first album, "For Lovers Only," was a big success and he remains one of the top jazz saxophonists today.  In our November 2016 interview with Coool CAT's Ray White, Marion talks about his latest release, "Soul Traveler."  On this release, he expands his repertoire including elements of R&B and Funk.  Marion also looks back and shares some highlights of his career.  Coool CAT's "Hostess with the Mostest" Lisa Davis, adds addtional insights into Marion and also features Blues legend, Bonnie Raitt, on her "Spotlight" segment.  For addtional information on our shows visit www.cooolcat.com