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In this New Music Friday episode, we talk to Mike Clarke and John Chominsky from the Los Angeles band, Final Gravity.  We discuss their great hook filled heavy rock and their latest EP, Stormchaser.

In this special episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we had the honor of sitting down with Andrew Velazquez to talk about his journey as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and how he uses his experience as someone who has suffered from trauma and thoughts of suicide to help others in a similar position. He recently released his book, “Amore es Arte | Arte es Amore. Love is Art | Art is Love” with a goal to be a source of positivity and light to all. Andrew Velazquez is a born and bred Angeleno who always knew he was meant for a life in beauty. He is the founder of Love is Art, Art is Love cosmetics and a finalist on American Beauty Star. In a star-studded career, Andrew has worked as a makeup artist with major celebrities, from Lady Gaga to RuPaul to Demi Levato, along with countless others on major film, TV and music video productions. Growing up in Boyle Heights on the eastside of Los Angeles, in the closet and raised in a macho environment, he turned to his faith in God and the support of his mother, who encouraged him to attend the Los Angeles Music and Art School. After earning his G.E.D., he attended LA Trade Tech at the age of 16 and graduated with a degree in Fashion Merchandising. Shortly thereafter, he attended cosmetology school at West Valley Occupational Center, graduating with honors and receiving his license. While rising through the ranks of MAC and Anastasia Beverly Hills, he built a loyal following in film, TV, music and fashion before being selected for American Beauty Star and launching his own cosmetics line.  Andrew currently lives with his dogs and husband Johnny Debut in Orlando, Florida.  In today's episode we cover: How trauma transformed Andrew Taking control of your own power The impact of our wordsChoosing positivity and lightHow Andrew grounds himself when he is feeling anxietyThe healing power of animalsWhat's happening now within the LGBTQ+ communityThe importance of vulnerability among menThe impact of music and the artsMentorshipWe hope you enjoyed our conversation with Andrew. If you want to hear more from her, make sure to follow him on Instagram and get your hands on a copy of his new book here. Thanks again for tuning in. We are so grateful to each and every one of you. Please remember to leave a rating and review of our show. It helps us grow and reach those who need it. Also, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Links: Get Andrew's bookFollow Andrew on InstagramCheck out Andrew's websiteFollow us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TikTokGet in touch: amgits.reverse@gmail.com“Positivity can win. It can always be the light at the end of the dark tunnel.” -Andrew“Animals are really great healers.” -Erik“We don't find our partners often until we are comfortable in our own skin.” -Marc

From the Bakotunes vault! A previously unreleased, rare interview with Casey Niccoli, the original "Classic Girl" of Jane's Addiction. Casey opens up about her romantic and creative relationship with Jane's frontman Perry Farrell, the struggles of dealing with fame, personal addictions, finding recovery, and rebirth. Recorded Oct. 4, 2012, prior to Jane's Addiction first ever show at the historic Fox Theater in Niccoli's hometown of Bakersfield, CA. Thank You for supporting Bakotunes podcast! Please subscribe at all podcast outlets and follow Bakotunes socials!Instagram / Twitter / More LinksContact: mattomunoz@gmail.com

We've come from the shadows to give our friends the promotion they deserve. Psycho Mantis & SplitImage are touring together starting the 26th of Aug. We got some insight on their tour and what direction they're headed. We also got to know their favorite pornstars. Catch them in the Valley at the Scotland Yard this Friday the 27th!

What is up guys! We are back from another long break and have a special episode. Considered Dead is promoting the world premiere of Kayja's produced song "Dungeon House of Rap."  We also have Organic Fire and Drew Ortiz joining us, who are also on the track.

Welcome to Roadcase!! Sam Biasucci and Clay Finch comprise LA- based Mapache, whose groovy rhythms and exquisite harmonies bring alive a 70s vibe in a new and exciting form.  This amazing duo are long-time friends and have been making music together since their high school days. Modern-day storytellers, they weave a passion for their Southern California  musical roots into a sound that recalls early CSN, The Byrds and a touch of Gram Parsons. Filled with exquisite harmonies and stellar arrangements, their 2020 album, "From Liberty Street" is a beacon of cool and reflects the multi-faceted and varied soundscapes of their native Los Angeles. Their upcoming album, "Roscoe's Dream" coming out June 10, promises to be absolutely stellar.  This amazing duo is a unique story of two artists doing what they love and working tirelessly to achieve their goals while preserving a strong friendship and musical bond. So hop on the Roadcase bus to learn more about stellar artists, Sam Biasucci and Clay Finch of Mapache. It's gonna be a great ride!For more information: https://linktr.ee/roadcasepod and https://www.roadcasepod.comContact: info@roadcasepod.comTheme music:  "Eugene (Instrumental)" by Waltzer

Our friend and talented musician, Cayle Sain, joins us on this episode. Cayle has a rich history of being a successful drummer playing for many different musicians/bands. And we are lucky enough to have him on our show to share his stories. The best part... he's a fellow Lord of the Rings enthusiast!

Bakotunes welcomes Luis Correa, owner of Steady Beat Recordings and one of the unsung heroes of the Los Angeles music scene as well as a pioneering figure of the fiercely independent traditional California SKA scene.  Take a trip back to the backyards, East LA dancehalls and sweaty Hollywood Steady Beat shows and let's set some records straight. Plus music from the era. Info: mattomunoz@gmail.com. 

The explosive nu-metal band, The Faltering Line, joins us for this episode. They are first known for being talented musicians, secondly known for being hilarious. This episode was one for the books. 

Justin, Los Angele's very own metal-scene personality and creator of Death Thrash TV, joins us this episode. Justin has been around L.A.'s metal scene for quite a while, he's well-known, and shares his journey with us. Plus, we got a whiskey and movie review (Pig 2021).

LIFE IS SO STRANGE- Missing person, Frank Zappa, Prince and Beyond. Dale has a new book out to talk about her life story! She went to LA to be a movie star! in the 70s, she worked at the Playboy Club in Boston and in 1985 posed nude for Hustler magazine. After playing with Frank Zappa she formed Missing Persons in LA with her husband Terry Bozzio and Warren Cuccurullo (now playing with Duran Duran) . Terry was romantically involved with Prince and released music on his label as well.Missing Persons played the US FESTIVAL in 1983 which also featured David Bowie, The Pretenders, U2 and Stevie Nicks.If there wasn't Dale Bozzio.....there may not have been a Lady GaGa 

Based out of Los Angeles, California, Jumi Aluko is a strategic marketing communications strategist with a whole lot of love to offer the world! With over 10 years experience managing communications projects, planning events, and connecting people, Jumi works to create ongoing opportunities for passionate, hardworking individuals to get steady and consistent awareness around the work they are doing - work that is making a powerful impact on individuals and communities around the globe. Jumi's consulting services have been used to execute major event productions for Nike, LA Fashion Week, and the Miss Black USA Pageant; brand management work for fast growing small businesses; plus strategic marketing communications for nonprofit organizations in the arts, entertainment, and healthcare spaces. Jumi's passion is helping and empowering people and through her online platform, she educates, inspires, and motivates people worldwide to be the best they can be.  In addition to managing JAC, Jumi serves as a member on the Board of Directors at the Los Angeles Music and Arts School in East Los Angeles. Prior to moving to Los Angeles, Jumi's volunteer work included time at children's hospitals, youth after-school and summer programs, and community food banks. Jumi has a BS in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland College Park School of Public Health and a Masters in Health Administration (MHA) from George Washington University Milken School of Public Health. When she's not busy seeking new music to listen to or playing her heart out on her piano, you'll most likely find her working tirelessly to maintain her upbeat career as a connector, relationship builder, strategic thinker, and visionary in the heart of California. Even though she's still actively learning Spanish, she won't mince words when it comes to painting, traveling, or trying out new recipes in the kitchen!  Want to stay connected with Jumi? Follow her online! Twitter: @jumialuko Facebook: @jumialukoconsulting Instagram: @jumialukoconsulting LinkedIn: Jumi Aluko   OKIKI RESOURCES: Need Brand Photos? Book Here Join the Okiki Video Content Bootcamp Today!   FREEBIES: FREE DOWNLOADABLE PDF: www.okikiconsulting.com/resources My Top 14 Resources for Entrepreneurs and Solopreneurs PDF contains: My Top 4 Free Resources for Creating Content My Top 4 Phone Apps for Creating Video Content My Top 3 Desktop Apps for Creating Video Content My Top 4 Recommended tools for Solopreneurs ABOUT FIYIN: Fiyin Obayan is the founder of Okiki Consulting, where she helps business owners communicate their personal brand or company brand stories through video content, in order to communicate to their target audience.   She has been participating in video storytelling for 9 years starting with her previous Myspace Channel, and to her personal YouTube Channel. As an entrepreneur, She has learned to develop that skill for the social media and now specialized in using it for the LinkedIn platform. Through posting regular content from September 2019, She has gone from 1000 connections to 8000 connections on the platforms and gained clients and she wants to empower others to do the same. Contact Fiyin: Website: www.okikiconsulting.com Email: info@okikiconsulting.com Phone: (306)716-0324 Instagram: @Okikiconsulting Facebook: @Okikiconsulting LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiyinfoluwaobayan/ Business: https://www.linkedin.com/company/okiki

We got that whiskey review. We got that Star Wars talk. We got that Lord of the Rings talk. We got some of our favorite songs by Municipal Waste, Depression Post-Mortem, and Ghostmane/Ho99o9.

It doesn't get cringier than this episode.  We're testing new equipment and we're rusty after a month break.

On this week's show, we... spend quality time with new records from Los Lobos, Leon Bridges, Rodney Crowell & Son Volt commemorate the 20th anniversary of Jimmy Eat World's Bleed American pour one out for the late, great ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill All this & much, much less!Debts No Honest Man Can Pay is over 2 rock-solid hours of musical eclectica & other noodle stories. The show started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

Ariel Pink is Ariel Rosenburg: A producer, singer and songwriter based out of Los Angeles, California, with a proclivity towards low fidelity pop-rock music. With a do-it-yourself approach, Ariel Pink has fashioned a bountiful discography and has proven to harbor a true knack for writing catchy hooks.To listen to the full episode, including the featured music, visit... signlradio.com"Roots to Grooves" is a production of SIGNL.https://www.signlradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/signlradiohttps://www.twitter.com/signlradiohttps://www.facebook.com/signlradiohttps://www.mixcloud.com/signlhttps://open.spotify.com/user/96mhz6qfjoztxbl2dpm0uj903?si=aAZpsoEnRAKdx85kr1QWhg

The Los Angeles College of Music (LACM) believes in creating an environment for limitless creativity, developing a foundation of innovative music education and building industry relationships. The LACM Faculty roster includes Grammy, BMI, & People’s Choice award winning musicians, recording artists, producers, and entrepreneurs who love to share their experiences and expertise with the next generation of music leaders. On today’s episode, we feature three recent graduates from LACM – Marina Paiz and her band, Trends (@trendsneverdie), Mimi Rose (@its.mimi.rose) and Chitarra (@chitarramusic). You can get more information about LACM at lacm.edu. Presented in partnership with Music Connection (musicconnection.com).

As the son of Pat Vegas - legendary founder of Native American, Billboard Top 100-charting band REDBONE - music has always been at the forefront of PJ’s life. PJ is proud to be one of the first Native American RnB singers to be recognized in the industry by MTV, having won the Video Music Award for “Best Video With a Message” in 2017, and since then, he has continued to make waves as an indigenous artist. In 2018, PJ won a Native American Music Award for Best Independent Single, and he is an unwavering advocate for his community, having planned Indigenous People’s Day in Los Angeles for the past two years, proudly merging his passions for music and social justice. Produced by Shaldon Ferris (Khoisan, South Africa) Interviewee: PJ Vegas(Yaqui, Los Angeles) Music: "Burn your village to the ground, by A Tribe Called Red, used with permission. "Whispers", by Ziibiwan, used with permission.

John Doe is a living rock'n'roll legend. Along with co-founding X, the driving force of the early LA punk scene, he's had an incredible solo career as a musician and actor. With co-author Tom De Savia and friends, his books 'Under The Big Black Sun' and 'More Fun In The New World' are definitive first-person accounts of the Los Angeles Music scene from the late 1970s- early 1980's. In this episode, John and hostess Pleasant Gehman discuss X's new album Alphabetland, as well as diving into wild stories from their four decades of friendship...including how crazy the early LA scene really was. They tell tales of X's first gig-in a living room, after-hours speakeasy The Zero, The Masque, drunken trips to Tijuana, Darby Crash and Top Jimmy, the namesake of The Van Halen song.More from Pleasant Gehmanwww.pleasantgehman.comInstagram: @princessofhollywoodwww.facebook.com/pleasant.gehmanwww.twitter.com/PleasantGehman1This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts

John Doe is a living rock’n’roll legend. Along with co-founding X, the driving force of the early LA punk scene, he’s had an incredible solo career as a musician and actor. With co-author Tom De Savia and friends, his books 'Under The Big Black Sun' and 'More Fun In The New World' are definitive first-person accounts of the Los Angeles Music scene from the late 1970s- early 1980’s. In this episode, John and hostess Pleasant Gehman discuss X’s new album Alphabetland, as well as diving into wild stories from their four decades of friendship...including how crazy the early LA scene really was. They tell tales of X’s first gig-in a living room, after-hours speakeasy The Zero, The Masque, drunken trips to Tijuana, Darby Crash and Top Jimmy, the namesake of The Van Halen song. More from Pleasant Gehman www.pleasantgehman.com Instagram: @princessofhollywood www.facebook.com/pleasant.gehman www.twitter.com/PleasantGehman1 This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts

John Doe is a living rock'n'roll legend. Along with co-founding X, the driving force of the early LA punk scene, he's had an incredible solo career as a musician and actor. With co-author Tom De Savia and friends, his books 'Under The Big Black Sun' and 'More Fun In The New World' are definitive first-person accounts of the Los Angeles Music scene from the late 1970s- early 1980's. In this episode, John and hostess Pleasant Gehman discuss X's new album Alphabetland, as well as diving into wild stories from their four decades of friendship...including how crazy the early LA scene really was. They tell tales of X's first gig-in a living room, after-hours speakeasy The Zero, The Masque, drunken trips to Tijuana, Darby Crash and Top Jimmy, the namesake of The Van Halen song. More from Pleasant Gehman www.pleasantgehman.com Instagram: @princessofhollywood www.facebook.com/pleasant.gehman www.twitter.com/PleasantGehman1 This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Doe is a living rock'n'roll legend. Along with co-founding X, the driving force of the early LA punk scene, he's had an incredible solo career as a musician and actor. With co-author Tom De Savia and friends, his books 'Under The Big Black Sun' and 'More Fun In The New World' are definitive first-person accounts of the Los Angeles Music scene from the late 1970s- early 1980's. In this episode, John and hostess Pleasant Gehman discuss X's new album Alphabetland, as well as diving into wild stories from their four decades of friendship...including how crazy the early LA scene really was. They tell tales of X's first gig-in a living room, after-hours speakeasy The Zero, The Masque, drunken trips to Tijuana, Darby Crash and Top Jimmy, the namesake of The Van Halen song.More from Pleasant Gehmanwww.pleasantgehman.comInstagram: @princessofhollywoodwww.facebook.com/pleasant.gehmanwww.twitter.com/PleasantGehman1This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts

Carolyn Griffey is an American female soul vocalist, and member of the soul funk group Shalamar. She is the daughter of Carrie Lucas and Solar Records boss Dick Griffey, who worked with Don Cornelius in the television program, Soul Train.Griffey grew up around The Whispers, Shalamar, Midnight Star, Dynasty, Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye and James Brown, who all appeared on Soul Train or who were signed to Solar Records. In 1990 she was signed to Sony Records as part of the dance-pop duo called 'Absolute'. This group released one album, For All Seasons, in 1990. Their singles included "Cheap Shot" and "Gotta Lambada" and "This Moment In Time" both (from the movie soundtrack of Lambada.)She has been the lead female vocalist of Shalamar since 2001. She appeared on ITV's Hit Me, Baby, One More Time in 2005, and has been touring the world with the Howard Hewett and Jeffrey Daniel.She also sang with the Andraé Crouch Gospel Choir, who are known for their work on Michael Jackson's "Man in the Mirror", "Keep the Faith" and "Will You Be There".Griffey currently resides in Memphis, Tennessee.In October 2009, Griffey performed with Hewett and Daniel in Shalamar at London's O2 Arena. This prompted a return for a tour in the UK in April 2010. They have been an annual feature at London's O2 Arena every December since 2010. In 2014 Griffey appeared with Howard Hewett and Jeffrey Daniel for two Shalamar concerts at the Manchester Ritz and London O2

Liz Gherna is a Los Angeles-based songwriter and musician. Her original songs can be found anywhere music is sold or streamed. Look for her latest release Bess Dredder. Guesting on this episode is songwriter and musician, Mike Yurko. Enjoy their chat, a cut from Bess Dredder and a live performance. For more information about Liz Gherna visit LizGherna.com or follow her on Facebook or Instagram.

This is episode number 19 of I Go to Shows in LA. It was recorded on 1-31-20 and my guest was Sunny War. Sunny is a singer songwriter whose most recent album, Shell of a Girl, came out in 2019. Thanks to Sunny for hanging out and telling so many great stories and sharing about music she loves and also plays.

This is episode number 18 of I Go to Shows in LA. It was recorded on 1-29-20 and my guest was Bill Ensley. Bill plays guitar and sings in the band Sunset Swim. Thanks to Bill for sharing so many stories about the shows he's gone to as well as his own experiences making music.

This is episode number 17 of I Go to Shows in LA. It was recorded on 1-15-20 and my guest was Billy Azurdia. Billy currently plays in the bands Jane Astronaut and Mind Monogram. Thanks to Billy for sharing stories about the music he plays and also the music he loves and shows he has gone to.

This is episode number 15 of I Go to Shows in LA. It was recorded on 1-2-20 and my guest was Garrett La Bonte. Garrett has been very involved in the LA and Orange County music scenes and has played in the bands Fugue, Canyons, and Just among others. Thanks to Garrett for joining me and sharing more about his experiences in the music world.

This is episode number 14 of I Go to Shows in LA. It was recorded on 12-17-2019 and my guest was Madeline Doctor. Madeline has played in several bands including The Pantones. She is currently working on a new musical project that hopefully we'll hear from soon.

This is the seventh episode of I Go to Shows in LA and it was recorded on 12-19-16. My guest was Alyx Poska who owns Pacific Nature Recordings, has put on countless shows in OC and LA, and is in many musical projects including The Stereo Soul Movement.

This is the sixth episode of I Go to Shows in LA. It was recorded on 12-14-16. My guest was Barry Sexton, an Orange County/LA musician who has been involved in numerous musical projects including his solo project called Georgie's Paper Boat.

This is the ninth episode of I Go to Shows in LA and was recorded on 1-2-17. My guest was Lizzy Martin who has been a big supporter of local music wherever she has lived.

This is the third episode of I Go to Shows in LA. It was recorded on 10-24-16 and was with Pauline Lay. Among many other wonderful endeavors, Pauline has/does run the venue Pehrspace and been in bands like Moses Campbell and Slow Rose.

This is the fourth episode of I Go to Shows in LA and it features the guests Martin and Eloise Wong. It was recorded on 11-21-16. Martin organizes the Save Music in Chinatown shows that help raise money for the music program at Castelar Elementary School where his daughter Eloise goes to school.

This is the second episode of I Go to Shows in LA and it was recorded in 2016. It's with Nate Pottker from Los Angeles, CA.

This is the first episode I did of I Go to Shows in LA. In this episode from 2016, I talked to Jeff Snyder from the band Scorpion Wolf Shark. We talked about a lot of the shows he's gone to in LA and lots of other music related subjects.

    It's all about Zooluxx this week. Psychedelic gunslingers straight from the Los Angeles Music scene and recording on the Blind Owl Records label. Zooluxx really do take us to Different Planets. This week Richard is In Conversation with founder of the label and frontman of Mrs Henry, Dan Cervantes. We discuss the label in general and some of its roster, including Zooluxx and Mike Pope among others. Dan Cervantes is down to earth and enthusiastic. Richard and Dan also touch on Mrs Henry's rendition of The Last Waltz and the documentary it spawned. Tobin is bookending the show this week with oddly named The Japanese House. Rarely to be outwitted, Richard delves into the research books and unearths the story behind the name. But what does Richard really think about The Japanese House? Listen on to find out more. Also in Tobin's sights this week is another of his favourite "guess where this band is from" spins. Nérija do sound cool and very sexy indeed, can Richard rise to the challenge? Tobin tops it all off with Maye and her New Music release Tú. Originally broadcast on our Patreon channel 3 weeks ago, Maye finally makes it onto the show. Blodwyn Pig tease us with a comedic intro. Finally, Richard introduces the Family Playlist and dives right in with the classic Russian Circles track, Ethel. Good old auntie Ethel. Track Listing Face Like Thunder The Japanese House Different Planets Zooluxx Riverfest Nérija The Change Song Blodwyn Pig Ethel Russian Circles Tú Maye Saw You In A Dream The Japanese House Zooluxx - two EP's coming January 2020 We call our music jazzadelic space groove, it's heavy funk. Zooluxx frontman Troy Vincent He's talking about Zooluxx, the psychedelic, genre-crossing band he shares with bassist Ned Casual, drummer Princess Frank, and percussionist Bertie Paradise. Formed in Los Angeles from the ashes of a locally-beloved blues outfit, Zooluxx makes raw, rhythmic music that nods to the band's influences — including 1960s rock & roll, electric blues, Parliament Funkadelic, Curtis Mayfield, and Afrobeat — while still sounding fresh and feral. It's spontaneous dance music rooted in grooves and guitars, both modern in its explosively eclectic approach and proudly old-school in its reverence for analog sound. Appropriately, the guys sharpened the edges of their acclaimed live show with a weekly residency at Good Times at Davey Wayne's, a 1970s-themed bar in the middle of chic Hollywood. The place was an oddly fitting home for Zooluxx, whose songs mixed vintage cool with contemporary kick. Every Monday night for five years, Troy and Ned would hit the stage, piecing together their band's unique sonic stomp — as well as their ideal lineup — while members of the Arctic Monkeys, Muse, Paul McCartney and U2 circulated throughout the audience. It was a proper scene, with Zooluxx's co-founders serving as the ringleaders. New releases for 2020 Ghetto Starship was released in June 2019, introducing Zooluxx's sound to those who had yet to catch the band in concert. Recorded to analog tape on Lynyrd Skynyrd's old API console in San Diego, the EP found the guys working with Karl Denson, a multi-instrumentalist and producer who currently tours as a member of the Rolling Stones. Arriving less than a year later, the follow-up EP Just a Little Bit shines a light on the spontaneity of a Zooluxx gig, even kicking off with an improvisational jam called Golden Gun Blues. With its mix of raw energy, sharp songcraft, and uplifting lyrics, Just a Little Bit will be released next year by Blind Owl both digitally and on vinyl on January 31st, with Ghetto Starship as the B-Side on the vinyl release. Words courtesy of Blind Owl Records - click here for more

Strength Level: Red Wine It’s actually your lucky day because MICHAEL RAGONESE IS BACK!!!!! Mike is the dang best, but in order to make things even better, I invited the wonderful super talent: TARA LOUISE!!! 
I have been lucky as hell to get to hang and play with these two a bunch, and they graciously come back to guest on this whacky show to share their music, their goofy sides, and so much more. 
Stay tuned for so many cool things to come from these two, check them out ALL OVER THE INTERNET, and thank your lucky stars that your alive to hear the beginnings of this wonderful musical relationship!!!!! OUR PERSONAL THOUGHTS FOR YOU TODAY: Like I say in the intro, this would be a GREAT week to help support an amazing organization like the Los Angeles Music and Arts School! Go to lamusart.org TODAY and buy tickets for the crazy Citadel Outlet event this Saturday!!!!

Jumi Aluko loves celebrating the personal and professional accomplishments of individuals and businesses so she works with them to produce events that do just that! An experienced professional with a demonstrated history of working in the events industry, Jumi brings people together to celebrate the most incredible experiences in their lives! Jumi has helped execute live productions such as Los Angeles Fashion Week and the Miss Black USA Pageant, weddings of 250+ people, global conferences, international corporate retreats, and networking events with executives from the music, film, and tech industries. Not only does Jumi love planning, producing, and managing events, but she is also a strategic communicator, relationship builder, and people connector. In the midst of our digital age, you’ll see her constantly emphasizing the importance of effective communication and building relationships in person. She loves connecting with people to build strong and lasting relationships. In addition to event planning, Jumi spends her time volunteering in the local community with the Los Angeles Music and Arts School. A supporter of both youth development and arts education, Jumi serves as both the Chair on the School’s Young Professionals Advisory Board and Liaison to the Board of Directors. Jumi’s volunteer involvement and her career choice stems from the fact that she knows each day she has on earth, she has the opportunity to impact the life of a person and help them celebrate life’s achievements/accomplishments without feeling alone or bogged down by the HOW. Originally from the east coast, Jumi now resides in sunny Los Angeles where she spends her down time trying new recipes (basically spending WAY too much time in Ralphs, Vons, and international food markets), checking out concerts, and strolling the aisles of the local Michael’s and Hobby Lobby stores for her next arts and craft project!

LIVE MUSIC RULES! The Troubadour! The El Rey! The Roxy! The Echo! The Fonda! The Wiltern! Los Angeles is home to dozens of incredible venues, small and large, and you could see a different show every night of the week if you wanted to. Matt goes to a lot of concerts, and so does his friend Jessica. The two of them talk about their favorite venues in LA and share some of their favorite memories and shows from their top picks. Follow Too Many Records @TooManyRecords Too Many Records is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio Podcast Network www.dragonwagonradio.com @ItsDragonWagon

Today's REBEL is Geoff, a New Yorker musician who is relocating to Los Angeles to start his own composing business. Geoff has $5000 budgeted to spend on his startup… will it be enough and how should he spend it? What things should you watch out for when you are relocating with a limited budget? Submit your artistic business questions to be potentially featured on a future REBEL CREATIVE episode by heading over to http://rebelcreative.net and clicking the big "Start Recording" button on the page, or via email to ask@deaneogden.com. This episode is sponsored by Freshbooks, the cloud accounting​ software that runs the Ogden Media empire. Get your free one-month unlimited trial of Freshbooks by visiting http://freshbooks.com/rebel and type "Rebel Creative" in the How Did You Hear About Us section.

Today's REBEL is Geoff, a New Yorker musician who is relocating to Los Angeles to start his own composing business. Geoff has $5000 budgeted to spend on his startup… will it be enough and how should he spend it? What things should you watch out for when you are relocating with a limited budget? Submit your artistic business questions to be potentially featured on a future REBEL CREATIVE episode by heading over to http://rebelcreative.net and clicking the big "Start Recording" button on the page, or via email to ask@deaneogden.com. This episode is sponsored by Freshbooks, the cloud accounting​ software that runs the Ogden Media empire. Get your free one-month unlimited trial of Freshbooks by visiting http://freshbooks.com/rebel and type "Rebel Creative" in the How Did You Hear About Us section.

Los Angeles Singer-Songwriter Rocko Wheeler sits down with Briar Rabbit to discuss songwriter, his position on marketing and what the job of a songwriter should be.

Colin Marshall sits down in Los Angeles' Little Tokyo with Dan Kuramoto, founding member of the band Hiroshima who have now played for 40 years and recently released their 19th album, J-Town Beat. They discuss what he sees around him in the Little Tokyo in transition today as opposed to the one he grew up in 40 years ago; what it means to play "Los Angeles music" in this multi-ethnic city; how the band's koto player June Kuramoto learned her classical instrument while growing up in a Los Angeles black ghetto; the question of whether you can build a modern, western band around the koto, which Hiroshima has always tried to answer; how musical traditions with deeper roots cooperate better together; making their musical mixtures work as, in microcosm, making America work; making the still mutable Los Angeles work as, in microcosm, making America work; his time as an Asian-American Studies department chair at CSU Long Beach, and what he found out about Japanese-Americans there; music as a "way of healing" from the self-hate he once took from the media; his lunch with Ridley Scott and Hans Zimmer; how it felt to become part of a group considered "the bad guys" again in the 1980s, just as Hiroshima really took off; the band's first trip to Japan, and the visceral feelings it brought about; the universality of craft as an integral part of Japanese identity; the difficulties companies have had categorizing Hiroshima, and the  special problems of the "smooth jazz" label; his lack of desire to play music for secretaries who just need their afternoons to pass more quickly; how they honed their chops in the Los Angeles black communities, and how black radio gave them their first big push; and the composition and meaning of the striking cover of their second album, Odori.

Join us this week as we welcome the L.A. California rock band, Cohesive. The band members have been musicians their whole life, playing and writing music, but the complete chemistry was never found individually until they decided to form Cohesive. Cohesive hold standards very hi for live performance as well. "Playing live and songwriting is our two deepest passions". Strongly influenced by the Who, the Beatles, and U-2, Cohesive has been recognized in the industy with a number of awards including the Los Angeles Music awards and VH-1 sponsored "save the music", as well as Mike Pinders Songwars and more. We will talk to Cohesive about their upcoming schedule, get a behind the scenes look at their music, feature their latest songs and ask them to share their efforts to support the troops. Please be sure to visit Cohesive at http://www.cohesiverock.com/ and spread the word. Fans are welcome to call in and chat live with Cohesive during the show. If you would like to participate in the live chat during the show, you must sign up on the show site first and then log in during the show. More great music for a really great cause! And as always we will give shout outs to our deployed military listeners. This is sure to be a terrific show so be sure to join us, Sunday December 11th 2011 at 4:00 PM EST! Our message to the troops....WE do what we do, because YOU do what you do.