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Who doesn’t love a Boreg and some Basterma?
For me, nothing brings comfort like the food from my homeland of Armenia. Sure, hot dogs and hamburgers are fine from time to time. But who doesn’t love a Boreg and some Basterma? Watch “My Favorite Foods” Here!We look forward to sharing updates with you in the near...
Why We Still Hum the Dittrich Furs Jingle 40 Years Later
About a year ago I got in touch with singer Larry Santos, and we caught up on a Zoom call. Larry and I had first met on a show titled “Hot Fudge” where we both wrote music for kids. The show aired in over 76 cities across the country. Larry’s voice was quite popular...
Follow Dan Yessian In The Media
Detroit knows the late Ernie Harwell as the voice of the Tigers for the duration of 42 seasons. I’d been a friend of the late Harwell’s for many years. Not just good friends but also cowriters of music. At some point Harwell approached me to write a theme song for the...
Dittrich Furs Closes After 132 Years — But the Jingle Lives Forever
It’s the end of an era, but music and culture lives forever. Detroit’s iconic Dittrich Furs has announced their closing, marking the end of a 132 year family run business. In the early 1980s I got a call from Hal Dittrich and I was asked to write a jingle for his...
Honoring the Life of Simon Javizian
I’m very saddened to report that my good friend Simon Javizian has recently passed. Simon was a corner stone of the Armenian community. Not only was he a funeral director for many years but he was also a great musician. When Simon decided to retire from the band he...
Is AI just a trend, or is it here to stay?
AI is all the rage nowadays. Is it just a trend, or is it here to stay? Can AI be used to make art? Is AI a problem, or is it a solution? Dan and Ohad sit down for a quick chat about AI and its potential usefulness in preparation for the upcoming video release...
Maurissa Rose & Kenny Watson Deliver a Moving ‘Not While I’m Around’
Here’s a look back at our rendition of “Not While I’m Around” featuring vocalists Maurissa Rose and Kenny Watson. Many of you might recognize the song from Stephen Sondheim’s famous “Sweeney Todd”, the Broadway musical classic. I’ve always had a soft spot for this...
Conan laughs at my jingle for Dittrich Furs; Dan Yessian Interviews Larry Santos
Finally, the full interview with Larry Santos..my long-time friend and musical partner. We met on The Hot Fudge Show and both contributed our own compositions to the program. We went on to record a number of my original songs as well as a slew of commercial music...
I Think You’ll Find This A Fascinating Story
Here’s a sneak peek into an upcoming interview with my good friend and long time musical partner, Larry Santos. Larry and I first met on the Hot Fudge Show during the 1970s and we continued on our musical collaboration through countless commercial spots and original...
From News Desk to New Horizons – Devin Scillian’s Next Chapter
Detroit’s WDIV has been home to journalist Devin Scillian since 1996, with the retirement of Mort Crim. Now in the end of 2024 we bid goodbye to Devin from broadcast and usher in his next era. Devin has had an extraordinary career, from reporting, to writing and...
A Front-Row Seat With Maurissa Rose and Kenny Watson
I’ve always loved musicals, but when I had an opportunity to record two of my favorite vocalists in Maurissa Rose and Kenny Watson I was gushing at the fact that I was in the middle of a production with both of them. Nothing could have been better for me at that...
Doctor, Singer, YouTube Star – Interview with Dr Justin Noroyan
We’re back today with our full length interview with Dr Justin Noroyan. A physician of internal medicine, he’s also a talented singer with a prolific YouTube channel. I’m asking the questions…because I want to understand how this works. How can one have enough hours...
Throwback Interview With Virtuoso Brass Musician Walter White
Here’s a throwback to part 1 of my interview with virtuoso Brass musician Walter White. While Bryan Cranston gets most of the attention for his character’s namesake on Breaking Bad, Walter is an amazing talent who is proficient in all brass instruments; from trumpet,...
What is Stride Piano?
What is the definition of the word “stride”? “To walk with long steps, with vigor” So how does it apply to the piano? There are many pianists who’ve incorporated that word into their technique and performance. Names like Art Tatum, Oscar Peterson, and Fats Waller...
This Interview Blew My Mind | Emmet Cohen
Here I’m talking to Emmet Cohen: a master pianist, educator, and a walking encyclopedia of jazz. I found him to be fascinating beyond words because the man is not all about himself…it’s about the music, the people, and the joy of sharing. I think you’ll find our...
Exciting Update: Streamlined Channels for Easier Navigation
I’m kind of a lame-brain when it comes to organizational skills. When I look at my Youtube channel I’m often confused at all the content that I put out for you. So here’s my attempt at sorting all the videos we’ve produced over the years. Now…I hope it’s easier for...
Our Story of ‘When You Wish Upon A Star
2024 is upon us…2023 is now just another year in the books. Where have we been, and where are we going? Can we find a way to put aside our differences and come together with love and acceptance? Herbie Russ, Susan Calloway, Sonia Lee, Bill Wandel, Ohad Wilner and I...
Maurissa Rose Explores Prayer and Purpose in a Complex World
Maurissa Rose Explores Prayer and Purpose in a Complex World Are we ever in control? Our circumstances, our problems, and the complex nature of humanity. Do you believe that any bantering we do amongst ourselves is going to solve the complexity of our world? If your...
Gary Graff’s Riveting Take on Alice Cooper’s Legacy
In our exclusive full interview, we explore the remarkable career of music journalist and author Gary Graff, whose latest literary achievement, "Alice Cooper at 75," has taken the music world by storm. With a storied history in journalism, Graff has interviewed and...
Celebrating Gary Graff’s Influence in Music Journalism
Gary Graff, a seasoned journalist with a career spanning decades, is a prominent figure in music and entertainment reporting. Known for his insightful commentary and comprehensive coverage, he has contributed to influential publications such as Billboard, Rolling...