The Van Connection

John Cate and author Ryan H. Walsh discuss Van Morrison’s arrival to the Cambridge/Boston area in 1968.

The Evolution of Music in Boston and Van Morrison’s Role

John Cate and author Ryan H. Walsh discuss the Van Morrison’s influence on Boston’s music scene in 1968.

The Spiritual Revolution – How do Boston and Van Factor In?

John Cate and author Ryan H. Walsh discuss the spiritual and counter-culture scene of Boston in 1968 as well as Van Morrison’s interactions with some of the key players.

Van’s Rejection of Boston for New York

John Cate and author Ryan H. Walsh discuss the Van Morrison’s departure from Boston, Astral Weeks in-hand.