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Road Stories with Dave Lawrence

Tower of Power's Emilio Castillo - Dave Lawrence Interviews - February 2026

By Dave Lawrence

Published February 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM HST

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HPR All Things Considered host Dave Lawrence welcomes back Tower of Power sax legend and founding member, Emilio Castillo, as TOP wrap up a Blue Note run and hit the MACC Saturday. This time, however, it's at the studio! Hear highlights from a 45-minute conversation, and find the complete interview audio here.

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Dave Lawrence is the local host of All Things Considered, Road Stories (formerly Off the Road) and Stargazer.

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