Backyards of Key West Podcast with Mark Baratto2 Aug 2025

Episode 269 – Don Oriolo: Felix the Cat, Zazoo Records & Wild Stories From a Legendary Career

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the legendary Don Oriolo—a powerhouse in the worlds of art, music, and pop culture.

From his decades of work with the Felix the Cat franchise to his role in shaping music history (hello, Jon Bon Jovi & Meat Loaf!), Don shares personal stories that span generations of entertainment.

💥 Hear about:

His first surreal meeting with John Lennon
Fond memories of his friend Meat Loaf
How Felix the Cat became his creative muse
A surprise visit from Felix himself 😉

This conversation is a wild, inspiring ride that barely scratches the surface of Don's incredible life.

🎨 More on Don Oriolo & Zazoo Fine Art Gallery:

Don Oriolo is an acclaimed artist, music producer, writer, and entrepreneur—known for:

Leading the Felix the Cat legacy after his father Joe Oriolo (co-creator) passed
Founding the Oriolo Guitar Company, featuring Felix-themed instruments
Authoring multiple books of Felix-inspired art
Signing artists like Meat Loaf and Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam
Being named Artist of the Year (2015) by Fine Art Magazine

Today, Don's colorful, cartoon-infused artwork is on display at Zazoo Fine Art Gallery in Key West—where you might even catch him painting live!

🔗 Website: zazooart.com
📸 Instagram: @zazooartkw
📘 Facebook: Zazoo Art Gallery
📚 Wiki: Don Oriolo – Wikipedia

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