Richard Bloom from The Bramblemen and Artistic Director and Producer Richard Mazda Chat with Cognac Wellelane at Asiana NYC Restaurant
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Hello darlings, welcome back to Cognac’s Corner Magazine.
Cognac chats with Richard Bloom and Richard Mazda – Video by Mauro Botero
I had the pleasure of interviewing two incredibly delightfully Gentleman who both make their living from “Rock N Rolling” Richard Bloom and Artistic Director/Producer Richard Mazda.
In 2005 Rich Bloom began writing a film treatment. He then decided to write some songs for the soundtrack. The movie is still a work-in-progress, however the Bramblemen were born as a result. He enlisted his old friend and band mate Ed Watkins to play drums. Ed brought in Michael Bodycomb to play bass and Rich would sing, play guitar and provide the material. In 2005 they recorded five original Rich Bloom compositions (two can be heard here, “Weekend Fever,” and “Long Gone Man.”) at Hi-Top Productions in Stamford CT. Owner Steve Hansen engineered and provided guitar, organ, dobro and harmonica parts. In 2006 Rich re-connected with another old band mate, Harley Fine. Fine had established himself as one of NYC’s leading independent producers and was just launching his new recording/production facility: Zeroville Studios in Long Island City. With Fine producing, The Bramblemen recorded two new Rich Bloom songs, “Drag Strip Rally,” and “Long Road Back,” both heard here. For these recordings, the group was augmented by Laura Fay Lewis (The Blisstones) on background vocals and Mark Bickerton on lead guitar. In addition to playing bass, Michael Bodycomb provided the keyboard parts. Ed Watkins contributed very cool percussion embellishments along with his drum parts. Rich played guitar, sang lead and backgrounds and Harley rang the bells. The Bramblemen have issued these two songs as their first single release. Finally Evan Mazunik has been added to the lineup ..boards. This September 2008, The Bramblemen will release their first full length CD entitltled “Fast Train to Memphis.” Produced by Rich Bloom, Harley Fine and Richard Mazda, it contains 10 Rich Bloom originals and two video treatments produced and directed by Richard Mazda. The album contains guest performances by Wings’ drummer Steve Holley, Box Tops bassist Bill Cunningham, Stories vocalist Ian Lloyd, Joan Jett/Steve Earle guitarist Eric Ambel, Ryan Adams’ guitarist Jon Graboff and others as well.
For more information about Richard Bloom and The Bramblemen please visit www.myspace.com/thebramblemen
The Secret Theatre was opened to the public on September 5, 2007. The studio’s conception and construction enabled Artistic Director and Owner Richard Mazda to fulfill a life long dream. Its inaugural show, Atonement, written by Joel Schatzky and directed by Rich Ferraioli, is a deeply touching story of a terminally ill man who must make peace with both his past and present. We strive to enrich the New York theatre scene by fostering a unique, creative environment in Long Island City, an ideal location for such a venture. An up-and-coming area with a vibrant, burgeoning art scene, Long Island City is home to P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center, Silvercup Studios East, the Noguchi Museum, the Socrates Sculpture Park and The Queens Players.
Richard Mazda’s love for showbusiness also inspired him to establish The Secret Film Company
The Secret Film Company is our film and video department of the facility. Our team brings together a talented group of individuals who have directing, producing, sound recording, filming, coaching and acting experience. Let us help you make the best show reel, music video, film, play documentary or monologue reel that you can make.
It seems most studio recorded monologue or show reels just lack life and depth. Many are shot against a plain white background with little attention to lighting, setting or costume. Do you really want your monologue to be bland or worse, clinical?
for more info please visit www.secrettheatre.com and www.secretfilmco.com
Until my next celebrity interview darlings,
Pink Champagne Kisses
Cognac Wellerlane