DJ Joe "2Cool" Callari writer, producer, mixer, editor & host of Philly Legends Podcast

Fusing the soulful spirit of classic Philly radio with fresh, modern production, Joe “2Cool” Callari returns with new music—honoring the fans who’ve supported him from the start while introducing his sound to a whole new audience across the globe.

 

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Cultural icons reveal stories rarely told on Philly Legends Podcast with Joe Callari.

Personable, dynamic, and versatile character actor Leo Rossi joined host Joe Callari on Philly Legends Podcast for an inside look into his life on the silver screen and beyond. Working extensively in both movies and TV shows from the mid-70s to the present day, Leo has become an icon. He was born in Trenton, New Jersey, and grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Leo first began acting in community theater. Although often cast as mean, loutish, and despicable characters, he has portrayed more than his fair share of made Mafia guys as well as a substantial number of cops and government agents. Leo has shown on many occasions that he can play more appealing and sympathetic roles with equal skill and conviction. 

John Madara is a true Legend of Rock & Roll along with his song writing partner David White, they put Philly on the Map in the 50’s with Hit’s like At The Hop, Rock & Roll is Here To Stay by Danny & The Juniors along with other massive hits like You Don’t Own Me/Leslie Gore, and 123 by Len Barry There writing legacy has lived on being used in Movies, TV Shows and Commercials. Get the inside stories from John himself on working with Quincey Jones, meeting Buddy Holly and discovering other Legends signing them to writing and production deals before they were famous, artists like Leon Huff and Daryl Hall. They both would go on and become Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees. John is a Living Legend with an insight from someone who lived it and experienced the early years of Rock & Roll.
Renowned Philadelphia DJ Harvey Holiday has become a legend in Philly and beyond. At 12 years old, Harvey first realized he wanted to become a broadcaster. His first broadcasting job was as a disc jockey at WYNS in Lehighton, PA. Harvey’s first big break happened in his hometown of Philadelphia. After working all around the Philly and New Jersey suburbs, it was a great accomplishment to get hired by WDAS in the city he grew up in. According to Harvey, the biggest highlights of his career include working at two stations in Philadelphia for over 15 years each, doing a TV series on PBS, and meeting the many listeners over the years who feel like they know him. Receiving numerous awards for his talent, Harvey is still humble and genuine. Some of his awards include: Best Oldies Show by Philadelphia Magazine, Best Oldies DJ by Philadelphia Weekly, Lifetime Achievement Award by Philadelphia Doo Wop Association, and the Kal Rudman Milestone Award, Philly Music Alliance Walk of Fame. Harvey Holiday is the Master of Soul Classics, Motown, and Back in The Day Jams with over 50 years of on air experience.
Philly Legends Podcast with Joe Callari featuring Smokey Robinson’s Legendary Guitarist Robert “Boogie” Bowles for the past 40 years, In this Podcast you will get a inside look of what it’s like on the road touring with Smokey Robinson and The Ice Man Jerry Butler, and hear first hand stories of the making of many Iconic Hit Songs. Robert was also the Guitarist for the Ice Man Jerry Butler, He was the featured Guitarist on I Will Survive/Gloria Gaynor, Heaven Must Be Missing A Angel/Tarvares, Shake You Groove Thing/Reunited/Peaches & Herb, Never Gonna Give You Up/Jerry Butler and Robert has arranged/produced many other Gold & Platinum Records. His Book, Behind The Boogie (How I became the Guitarist for a Motown Legend) is Available on Amazon.
Tom Moulton is a Giant among Producers/Mixers/Engineers and known as the Father of the Disco Mix with over 6,800 Mixes from the 60’s to Today. The creator of the 12″ Single and credited with the creation of the Breakdown. Tom has worked on most of the biggest songs of the 70’s with many catalogs including The Philadelphia International Classics/Philly Regrooved by Tom Moulton, Tom Moulton Unreleased Series, and the list goes on. Tom is a fascinating interview with insights from behind the scenes and inside the Famous Sigma Sound Studio in Philadelphia. A Must See Interview for any music enthusiast.
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DJ Hall of Fame Inductee
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Philly Legends with DJ Joe "2Cool" Callari

Cultural icons reveal stories rarely told on Philly Legends Podcast with Joe Callari. On-air for decades, Joe 2Cool’s live night club broadcasts were known for the best mix of current and classic hip hop, dance music, R&B, and House in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Joe’s Philadelphia radio shows were affiliated with Eagle 106, Mix 95.7, Q102, Star 104, Jammin Gold and The Weekend Dance Party on Power 99 FM with decades of Arbitron #1 Rated Mix Shows. A Billboard Magazine Reporter for years, 2Cool’s dance music charts and entertainment articles appeared in major music magazines. In 2017, Joe was inducted into the DJ Hall of Fame and his expertise in marketing, writing, and remixing for major record labels led to many platinum and gold record awards. Philly Legends Podcast is Joe’s latest endeavor and is the culmination of a lifetime. Candid conversations reveal behind-the-scenes stories and experiences of legends who not only shaped Philadelphia culture, but greatly impacted the world. 

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    “Joe, I just watched your fantastic interview with John Madera, a true Philly Music Legend…such interesting stories and your editing is superb. Bravo, my friend.”

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