Blanche Napoleon Interview (Vinnie Vincent-Related)

[WizKid]

Chris and Aaron present a chat with former Dan Hartman group member Blanche Napoleon. The group, formed in the late 70's by Hartman (a former member of the Edgar Winter group) and included Napoleon on backing vocals, drummer Hilly Michaels, G.E. Smith, and a young, unknown guitarist named Vincent Cusano (aka Vinnie Vincent). The Hartman group had a Hot 100 disco hit in 'Instant Replay'; of which the promo video has gained some popularity in recent years due to the "interesting" choreography between Cusano and Smith.

Blanche shares her memories of Vinnie during his musically formative years, the bond between the band members, Hartman's connection to other musical notables of the day, the disco nightlife of the late 70's in New York City and much more.

http://dbgeekshow.blogspot.com/2015/02/ ... ep174.html

[WizKid]

Never thought I'd see the day that this would get zero response. I guess folks are really done with VV-related stuff outside of houses for sale.

[BigEd]

I actually enjoyed hearing about her experience with Vinnie and her times at Dan's "The Schoolhouse" recording studio in Westport, being a Connecticut native all my life....I too have been lucky to have seen and witness for myself, Vinnie and that cool & nice side, that she speaks so highly of !!!

[Genebaby]

It's cause there is no dirt Chris. People love the dirty stuff, even if it's just a house, lol.

It's good to hear more confirmation that Vinnie once was a nice guy, and sad to realise those days are long gone.

[poserboy71]

I just haven't had the chance to listen to it yet.

[carvindc200]

REALLY interesting! A wonderful breath of fresh air about Vinnie. Great to hear how Vinnie use to be. Nothing is ever as black and white as is seems.

[doublev2]

Vinnie is still like that at first. That's how he is. Chris I have been crazy busy which is why low post out put from me.

[WizKid]

Thanks to those that have listened. For those that haven't had time, no worries. sorry for venting.

[poserboy71]

I believe you may have shared this with me a few years back...
Seems familiar to me.

[WizKid]

I believe you may have shared this with me a few years back...
Seems familiar to me.

Possibly......some other place....

[Slayer]

I thought she was unbelievably sweet about Vinnie - too sweet in fact

It is cool that some one thinks highly of Vinnie and maybe he was different then but.................

Nice job again Chris

Kev

[doublev2]

No he wasn't different just always nice at first. This is how he is and why he can get people to work with him or for him. It's just after a few months

[metatron]

Very Cool Chris. Nice to hear that side of VV.