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| Conversation Crossroad radio program announces New Segment The Conversation Crossroad radio program has just added a new Saturday morning segment: Those Diner and Motorcycle Guys. Garrison Leykam and Scot Doane who teamed up to create the theme motorcycle for the DINERS TV show that aired on Connecticut Public Television are back! Grab your morning coffee and tune into "Those Diner and Motorcycle Guys, " a new segment on the Conversation Crossroad radio program. "Those Diner and Motorcycle Guys" is the best way to kick start your Saturday ride! Garrison Leykam was Host and Producer of the DINERS TV program that aired on Connecticut Public Television (CPTV). DINERS followed Garrison and bikers chosen from open auditions who convinced producers of their passion for motorcycles and classic diners to those out-of-the-way chrome eateries that invite travelers in for a home-cooked meal while transporting them back in time. Viewers were treated to insight into who rides and what their relationships are to their bikes. Garrison also wrote the "DINERS" column for Connecticut Cruise News. He is host and producer of the documentary Comic On A Half Shell about his experiences learning to become a stand up comedian and appearing at New York City's famous Gotham Comedy Club. Garrison was with music industry giant London Records, Inc. as an A&R exec and Director of Recording Studio Operations during the height of the British Wave. He produced the Texas band Greezy Wheels, legendary jazz pianist Erroll Garner and hit singer-songwriter Leslie Pearl. He's been associated in various capacities with the music of The Moody Blues, The Rolling Stones, Van Morrison, Al Green, and others. A performer himself, Garrison was President of his own record label, B-LonG Records and has appeared at CBGB's and Nashville's legendary Bluebird Café. Scot Doane began his career in the motorcycle industry more than thirty years ago when he traveled across the country to attend the Denver Automotive and Diesel College. While in Denver, Scot entered the world of motorcycle drag racing with U.S. Performance. Returning to Connecticut in the mid 1980s, Scot continued to race starting out on the drag bike circuit and moving on to the IDBA. Scot hung up his leathers in 1994 after 4-years on the AMA Prostar Circuit in order to devote his time to his true passion: building custom motorcycles. Scot's talent blossomed working with Jim Cooper, National Drag Bike record holder at Performance Workshop in Norwalk, CT He went on to become head mechanic for road racer Chris Reynold's Team Adhesion and the head mechanic for James Leslie's Team Suzuki Sport Ride. Scot now operates his own motorcycle customization shop in Beacon Falls, CT. Follow those eggs over easy riders Garrison and Scot Saturdays at 8am EST on ConversationCrossroad.com and BlogTalkRadio.com as they discuss topics from Harleys to homefries and everything in between. Their sidekick, Burnzy, will report on his rides and good things bikers are doing to in the community. write your comments about the article :: © 2012 Jazz News :: home page |