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Zecca Esquibel Guests On “If These Walls Could Talk” With Hosts Wendy Stuart and Tym Moss Wednesday, October 16th, 2024 

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Who else but hosts Wendy Stuart and Tym Moss could “spill the tea” on their weekly show “If These Walls Could Talk” live from Pangea Restaurant on the Lower Eastside of NYC, with their unique style of honest, and emotional interviews, sharing the fascinating backstory of celebrities, entertainers, recording artists, writers and artists and bringing their audience along for a fantastic ride.   

Zecca Esquibel will be a featured guest on “If These Walls Could Talk” with hosts Wendy Stuart and Tym Moss on Wednesday, October 16th, 2024 at 2 PM ET live from the infamous Pangea Restaurant.

Wendy Stuart is an author, celebrity interviewer, model, filmmaker and along with If These Walls Could Talk she hosts TriVersity Talk, a weekly web series with featured guests discussing their lives, activism and pressing issues in the LGBTQ Community. 

Tym Moss is a popular NYC singer, actor, and radio/tv host who recently starred in the hit indie film “JUNK” to critical acclaim. 

Zecca Esquibel was the keyboard player in the Cherry Vanilla band in early 1977, which also included StingStewart Copeland and Louie Lepore.

Born in São Paulo, Brazil, composer, producer and arranger Zecca Esquibel’s first stage performance on piano was at Peabody Preparatory in Baltimore, Maryland at the age of 7. He spent his childhood and teens winning a daunting schedule of classical piano competitions until, inspired at Woodstock, he left home at 18 to become a rock musician. At the age of 23, in New York city, he received rave reviews for his performance in the landmark Off-Off-Broadway Gay musical “Lovers” in his basement loft on Church St. (The Basement Theater). KISS rehearsed their first National Tour there on alternate nights. Immediately after, he single-handedly founded a 16 floor live-in loft and rehearsal studio complex called The Music Building at 251 W 30th St. in Manhattan’s Garment District, which functioned for 40 years! Soon, Zecca was playing his first arena’s and colosseums with The Jimmy Castor Bunch (RCA). Disgusted with off-stage behavior, Zecca complained to his best friend, the late Sean Delaney (often called “the fifth KISS”), and Sean arranged an audition with Bowie alum Cherry VanillaMiles Copeland saw them in New York and invited Cherry, Zecca, and Cherry‘s new love, guitarist Louie Lepore, to come to London offering members of The Police to fill in as the missing musicians. The rest is well covered in Sting‘s “Broken Music“.

After 18 months of touring and recording in the US and Europe with Cherry Vanilla (RCA London), Zecca returned to New York and wrote the music for his own band GET WET (Boardwalk Records).His single “Just So Lonely” rose to #39 in Billboard’s Pop Chart and Top 10 overseas. 

Zecca joined “downtown” performance artist John Kelly in 1994‘s “Far Cry From Bliss” (Danspace, NY), and he has accompanied Mr. Kelly in recitals as well as all four of his Joni Mitchell shows touring the US and Europe.  Appearing in Drag as an 85 year old Georgia O’Keefe beside Kelly as Mitchell, they were the opening act for parts of Natalie Merchant’s 1999 Ophelia World Tour. He also played keys for blues legend Garland Jeffreys’ US and Canada tours from 2002 to 2007.

In 2019, Kelly and Zecca revived their Joni shows “sans perruque” (out of Drag) to sold out crowds in a residency at Joe’s Pub (Public Theater). In April, 2024, Zecca began performing with Penny Arcade in her “Art of Becoming”, again at Joe’s Pub.

Watch Zecca Esquibel on “If These Walls Could Talk” with hosts Wendy Stuart and Tym Moss on YouTube here:

Subscribe and listen to “If These Walls Could Talk” on Apple Podcasts/iTunes here:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/if-these-walls-could-talk/id1561221158

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Flo Naegeli Delivers Soulful Introspection and Nostalgic Charm on ‘It’s Getting Better’

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Emerging indie soul pop talent Flo Naegeli delivers a delightful sense of nostalgic charm on his latest EP, It’s Getting Better. With an increased focus on self-care and positivity, this project transcends mere listening; it invites the audience into a reflective journey of self-expression and emotional exploration.

The EP is characterized by a timeless quality that showcases Naegeli’s refreshing vibe, building an expansive sonic world that feels both intimate and grand. Each track encapsulates the essence of a full band performance, layering rich instrumentation with heartfelt vocals that resonate deeply. This lush soundscape creates a comforting embrace, allowing listeners to immerse themselves in the music.

The lead single, “Late Night Call,” exemplifies the EP’s core themes of longing and uncertainty. Naegeli deftly navigates the complex emotions tied to memories, questioning whether it’s a person he misses or an intangible feeling from the past. The track is framed by soulful melodies and intricate rhythms, perfectly capturing the emotive quality that runs throughout the entire project. The combination of his smooth vocals and thoughtful lyrics paints a vivid picture of introspection, making it a standout moment on the EP.

Naegeli draws inspiration from an impressive array of artists, including Jordan Rakei, Stevie Wonder, and Benny Sings, all of whom influence his unique sound. His heartfelt artistry captivates listeners, blending elements of soul, pop, and indie music into a cohesive experience that feels both fresh and familiar.

Overall, It’s Getting Better is more than just an EP; it’s a testament to personal growth and emotional resilience. Flo Naegeli’s ability to weave his introspective journey into his music creates a powerful connection with his audience. As he continues to hone his craft, we eagerly anticipate what he will deliver next, knowing that each new release promises to be a heartfelt exploration of the human experience.

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