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Episode 1

Episode number: 1

Overview: Paul sits down with the legendary guitarist from The Eagles, Joe Walsh; Joe Walsh discuss everything from their influences to what it takes to write a hit guitar riff.

Episode 2

Episode number: 2

Overview: Graham Nash joins Paul Shaffer and reveals how he met David Crosby and where their relationship stands today.

Episode 3

Episode number: 3

Overview: Sammy Hagar joins Paul Shaffer to reflect on his musical influences, the resurgence in rock music, and his experiences in Montrose.

Episode 4

Episode number: 4

Overview: ZZ Top guitarist and lead singer Billy Gibbons discusses working with the iconic Jimi Hendrix and how the blues influenced his music; Paul and Billy play a Muddy Waters cover from Billy's solo album "The Big Bad Blues."

Episode 5

Episode number: 5

Overview: Donald Fagen of Steely Dan discusses songwriting, his relationship with the band's co-founder Walter Becker, and gives Paul a music lesson.

Buddy Guy

Episode number: 6

Overview: Buddy Guy reveals how he acquired his first guitar, and discusses his new album, "The Blues Is Alive and Well."

Episode 7

Episode number: 7

Overview: In this episode of Paul Shaffer Plus One, Paul is joined by comedian and actor, Harry Shearer, in character as the iconic Derek Smalls of This Is Spinal Tap. Smalls hilariously reflects on his musical roots, how he got his start in the British rock scene, and opens up about This Is Spinal Tap.

Episode 8

Episode number: 8

Overview: Paul is joined by Motown legend Smokey Robinson. The two discuss Robinson's life in music and his journey as an artist and as a musician.

Episode 9

Episode number: 9

Overview: This week, Paul is joined by comedian, actor, voice artist, singer, writer, and long-time friend, Martin Short. Get ready to laugh at their hysterical banter, their clever wit, and electric chemistry in this episode of Paul Shaffer Plus One.