Aaron Neville is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour!
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We’ve got a real treat for you. We’re honored to welcome legendary singer and songwriter Aaron Neville to the show. Whether solo or on one of his timeless duets, or with the Neville Brothers, there’s no doubt Aaron Neville’s music has affected your heart.
His book TELL IT LIKE IT IS: My Story is out now from Hachette Books. Along with discussion about the book, Paul asks about receiving compliments from Bob Dylan, his friendship with the late Jimmy Buffett and his duet wish list. It's a heart-warming, homespun talk.
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And now, it’s time for Aaron Neville. Let’s go.
The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.
Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction: Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour with Aaron Neville
00:01:06 Aaron Neville's Book: "Tell It Like It Is, My Story"
00:01:52 Fond Memories of Growing Up
00:02:39 Lessons Learned: Regrets and Growth
00:04:12 Book written for self, family, fans, and the world.
00:04:37 Writing the Book: Being There for Every Page
00:06:06 Idolizing the Great Singers: Clyde McPhatter, Nat King Cole
00:06:22 Fond Memories of Flamingos and Pookie Hudson
00:06:38 Praise from Linda Ronstadt and Bob Dylan
00:07:36 Unfulfilled Duet Dreams with Clyde McPhara and Frank Sinatra
00:08:11 Bob Dylan and Jimmy Buffett Memories
00:09:12 Jimmy Buffett, a Down-to-Earth and Smiling Guy
00:10:06 Grateful for Life and Escaping the "27 Club"
00:12:15 Singing as a Prayer: Saint Augustine's Words
00:12:59 Surviving the Roller Coaster of Life
00:13:40 Author's Invitation to Join the Roller Coaster Journey
00:14:20 A Dream Come True: Interviewing Aaron Neville
00:15:21 Signing Off with The Entertainer and Corina Corina