Show Notes
Yolanda Charles has made her name in the Level 42 sphere by playing on solo albums and gigs with Phil Gould and Mike Lindup. But that just scratches the surface of her storied career. Her latest Yolanda Charles Project PH is a MUST-listen for any Level 42 fan and her current journey from session player to independent artist is an inspired one. And she plays the bass for us on this episode!
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