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For those who haven't heard the announcement I just posted , songs from this point on will sometimes be split among multiple episodes, so this is the first part of a multi-episode look at the Byrds in 1966-69 and the birth of country rock. Click the full post to read liner notes, links to more information, and a transcript of the episode. Patreon backers also have a half-hour bonus episode on "My World Fell Down" by Sagittarius. Tilt Araiza has assisted invaluably by doing a first-pass edit, and will hopefully be doing so from now on. Check out Tilt's irregular podcasts at http://www.podnose.com/jaffa-cakes-for-proust and http://sitcomclub.com/ Resources No Mixcloud at this time as there are too many Byrds songs in this chunk, but I will try to put together a multi-part Mixcloud when all the episodes for this song are up. My main source for the Byrds is Timeless Flight Revisited by Johnny Rogan, I also used Chris Hillman's autobiography, the 331/3 books on The Notorious Byrd Brothers and The Gilded Palace of Sin, For future parts of this multi-episode story I used Barney Hoskyns' Hotel California and John Einarson's Desperadoes as general background on Californian country-rock, Calling Me Hone, Gram Parsons and the Roots of Country Rock by Bob Kealing for information on Parsons, and Requiem For The Timeless Vol 2 by Johnny Rogan for information about the post-Byrds careers of many members. Information on Gary Usher comes from The California Sound by Stephen McParland. And this three-CD set is a reasonable way of getting most of the Byrds' important recordings. Patreon This podcast is brought to you by the generosity of my backers on Patreon. Why not join them? Transcript When we left the Byrds at the end of the episode on "Eight Miles High", they had just released that single, which combined folk-rock with their new influences from John Coltrane and Ravi Shankar, and which was a group composition but mostly written by the group's lead singer, Gene Clark. And also, as we mentioned right at the end of the episode, Clark had left the group. There had been many, many factors leading to Clark's departure. Clark was writing *far* more material than the other band members, of whom only Roger McGuinn had been a writer when the group started, and as a result was making far more money than them, especially with songs like "She Don't Care About Time", which had been the B-side to their number one single "Turn! Turn! Turn!" [Excerpt: The Byrds, "She Don't Care About Time"] Clark's extra income was making the rest of the group jealous, and they also didn't think his songs were particularly good, though many of his songs on the early Byrds albums are now considered classics. Jim Dickson, the group's co-manager, said "Gene would write fifteen to twenty songs a week and you had to find a good one whenever it came along because there were lots of them that you couldn't make head or tail of. They didn't mean anything. We all knew that. Gene would write a good one at a rate of just about one per girlfriend." Chris Hillman meanwhile later said more simply "Gene didn't really add that much." That is, frankly, hard to square with the facts. There are ten original songs on the group's first two albums, plus one original non-album B-side. Of those eleven songs, Clark wrote seven on his own and co-wrote two with McGuinn. But as the other band members were starting to realise that they had the possibility of extra royalties -- and at least to some extent were starting to get artistic ambitions as far as writing goes -- they were starting to disparage Clark's work as a result, calling it immature. Clark had, of course, been the principal writer for "Eight Miles High", the group's most experimental record to date: [Excerpt: The Byrds, "Eight Miles High"] But there he'd shared co-writing credit with David Crosby and Roger McGuinn, in part because that was the only way he could be sure they would agree to release it as a single. There were also internal rivalries within the band unrelated to songwriting -- as we've touched on, Crosby had already essentially bullied Clark off the guitar and into just playing tambourine (and McGuinn would be dismissive even of Clark's tambourine abilities). Crosby's inability to get on with any other member of any band he was in would later become legendary, but at this point Clark was the major victim of his bullying. According to Dickson "David understood when Gene left that ninety-five percent of why Gene left could be brought back to him." The other five percent, though, came from Clark's fear of flying. Clark had apparently witnessed a plane crash in his youth and been traumatised by it, and he had a general terror of flying and planes -- something McGuinn would mock him for a little, as McGuinn was an aviation buff. Eventually, Clark had a near-breakdown boarding a plane from California to New York for a promotional appearance with Murray the K, and ended up getting off the plane. McGuinn and Michael Clarke almost did the same, but in the end they decided to stay on, and the other four Byrds did the press conference without Gene. When asked where Gene was, they said he'd "broken a wing". He was also increasingly having mental health and substance abuse problems, which were exacerbated by his fear, and in the end he decided he just couldn't be a Byrd any more. Oddly, of all the band members, it was David Crosby who was most concerned about Clark's departure, and who did the most to try to persuade him to stay, but he still didn't do much, and the group decided to carry on as a four-piece and not even make a proper announcement of Clark's departure -- they just started putting out photos with four people instead of five. The main change as far as the group were concerned was that Hillman was now covering Clark's old vocal parts, and so Crosby moved to Clark's old centre mic while Hillman moved from his position at the back of the stage with Michael Clarke to take over Crosby's mic. The group now had three singer-instrumentalists in front, two of whom, Crosby and McGuinn, now thought of themselves as songwriters. So despite the loss of their singer/songwriter/frontman, they moved on to their new single, the guaranteed hit follow-up to "Eight Miles High": [Excerpt: The Byrds, "5D (Fifth Dimension)"] "5D" was written by McGuinn, inspired by a book of cartoons called 1-2-3-4 More More More More by Don Landis, which I haven't been able to track down a copy of, but which seems to have been an attempt to explain the mathematical concept of higher dimensions in cartoon form. McGuinn was inspired by this and by Einstein's theory of relativity -- or at least by his understanding of relativity, which does not seem to have been the most informed take on the topic. McGuinn has said in the past that the single should really have come with a copy of Landis' booklet, so people could understand it. Sadly, without the benefit of the booklet we only have the lyrics plus McGuinn's interviews to go on to try to figure out what he means. As far as I'm able to understand, McGuinn believed -- completely erroneously -- that Einstein had proved that along with the four dimensions of spacetime there is also a fifth dimension which McGuinn refers to as a "mesh", and that "the reason for the speed of light being what it is is because of that mesh." McGuinn then went on to identify this mesh with his own conception of God, influenced by his belief in Subud, and with a Bergsonian idea of a life force. He would talk about how most people are stuck in a materialist scientific paradigm which only admits to the existence of three dimensions, and how there are people out there advocating for a five-dimensional view of the world. To go along with this mystic view of the universe, McGuinn wanted some music inspired by the greatest composer of sacred music, and he asked Van Dyke Parks, who was brought in to add keyboards on the session, to play something influenced by Bach -- and Parks obliged, having been thinking along the same lines himself: [Excerpt: The Byrds, "5D (Fifth Dimension)"] Unfortunately for the group, McGuinn's lyrical intention wasn't clear enough and the song was assumed to be about drugs, and was banned by many radio stations. That plus the track's basically uncommercial nature meant that it reached no higher than number forty-four in the charts. Jim Dickson, the group's co-manager, pointed to a simpler factor in the record's failure, saying that if the organ outro to the track had instead been the intro, to set a mood for the track rather than starting with a cold vocal open, it would have had more success. The single was followed by an album, called Fifth Dimension, which was not particularly successful. Of the album's eleven songs, two were traditional folk songs, one was an instrumental -- a jam called "Captain Soul" which was a version of Lee Dorsey's "Get Out My Life Woman" credited to the four remaining Byrds, though Gene Clark is very audible on it playing harmonica -- and one more was a jam whose only lyrics were "gonna ride a Lear jet, baby", repeated over and over. There was also "Eight Miles High" and the group's inept and slightly-too-late take on "Hey Joe". It also included a third single, a country track titled "Mr. Spaceman": [Excerpt: The Byrds, "Mr. Spaceman"] McGuinn and, particularly, Hillman, had some country music background, and both were starting to think about incorporating country sounds into the group's style, as after Clark's departure from the group they were moving away from the style that had characterised their first two albums. But the interest in "Mr. Spaceman" was less about the musical style than about the lyrics. McGuinn had written the song in the hopes of contacting extraterrestrial life -- sending them a message in his lyrics so that any aliens listening to Earth radio would come and visit, though he was later disappointed to realise that the inverse-square law means that the signals would be too faint to make out after a relatively short distance: [Excerpt: The Byrds, "Mr. Spaceman"] "Mr. Spaceman" did better on the charts than its predecessor, scraping the lower reaches of the top forty, but it hardly set the world alight, and neither did the album -- a typical review was the one by Jon Landau, which said in part "This album then cannot be considered up to the standards set by the Byrds' first two and basically demonstrates that they should be thinking in terms of replacing Gene Clark, instead of just carrying on without him." Fifth Dimension would be the only album that Allen Stanton would produce for the Byrds, and his replacement had actually just produced an album that was a Byrds record by any other name: [Excerpt: Gene Clark, "So You Say You've Lost Your Baby"] We've looked at Gary Usher before, but not for some time, and not in much detail. Usher was one of several people who were involved in the scene loosely centred on the Beach Boys and Jan and Dean, though he never had much time for Jan Berry and he had got his own start in the music business slightly before the Beach Boys. As a songwriter, his first big successes had come with his collaborations with Brian Wilson -- he had co-written "409" for the Beach Boys, and had also collaborated with Wilson on some of his earliest more introspective songs, like "The Lonely Sea" and "In My Room", for which Usher had written the lyrics: [Excerpt: The Beach Boys, "In My Room"] Usher had built a career as a producer and writer for hire, often in collaboration with Roger Christian, who also wrote with Brian Wilson and Jan Berry. Usher, usually with Christian, and very occasionally Wilson wrote the songs for several of American International Pictures' Beach Party films: [Excerpt: Donna Loren, "Muscle Bustle"] And Usher and Christian had also had bit parts in some of the films, like Bikini Beach, and Usher had produced records for Annette Funicello, the star of the films, often with the Honeys (a group consisting of Brian Wilson's future wife Marilyn plus her sister and cousin) on backing vocals. He had also produced records for the Surfaris, as well as a whole host of studio-only groups like the Four Speeds, the Super Stocks, and Mr. Gasser and the Weirdoes, most of whom were Usher and the same small group of vocalist friends along with various selections of Wrecking Crew musicians making quick themed albums. One of these studio groups, the Hondells, went on to be a real group of sorts, after Usher and the Beach Boys worked together on a film, The Girls on the Beach. Usher liked a song that Wilson and Mike Love had written for the Beach Boys to perform in the film, "Little Honda", and after discovering that the Beach Boys weren't going to release their version as a single, he put together a group to record a soundalike version: [Excerpt: The Hondells, "Little Honda"] "Little Honda" made the top ten, and Usher produced two albums for the Hondells, who had one other minor hit with a cover version of the Lovin' Spoonful's "Younger Girl". Oddly, Usher's friend Terry Melcher, who would shortly produce the Byrds' first few hits, had also latched on to "Little Honda", and produced his own version of the track, sung by Pat Boone of all people, with future Beach Boy Bruce Johnston on backing vocals: [Excerpt: Pat Boone, "Little Honda"] But when Usher had got his version out first, Boone's was relegated to a B-side. When the Byrds had hit, and folk-rock had started to take over from surf rock, Usher had gone with the flow and produced records like the Surfaris' album It Ain't Me Babe, with Usher and his usual gang of backing vocalists augmenting the Surfaris as they covered hits by Dylan, the Turtles, the Beach Boys and the Byrds: [Excerpt: The Surfaris, "All I Really Want to Do"] Usher was also responsible for the Surfaris being the first group to release a version of "Hey Joe" on a major label, as we heard in the episode on that song: [Excerpt: The Surfaris, "Hey Joe"] After moving between Capitol, Mercury, and Decca Records, Usher had left Decca after a round of corporate restructuring and been recommended for a job at Columbia by his friend Melcher, who at that point was producing Paul Revere and the Raiders and the Rip Chords and had just finished his time as the Byrds' producer. Usher's first work at Columbia was actually to prepare new stereo mixes of some Byrds tracks that had up to that point only been issued in mono, but his first interaction with the Byrds themselves came via Gene Clark: [Excerpt: Gene Clark, "So You Say You've Lost Your Baby"] On leaving the Byrds, Clark had briefly tried to make a success of himself as a songwriter-for-hire in much the same mould as Usher, attempting to write and produce a single for two Byrds fans using the group name The Cookie Fairies, while spending much of his time romancing Michelle Phillips, as we talked about in the episode on "San Francisco". When the Cookie Fairies single didn't get picked up by a label, Clark had put together a group with Bill Rinehart from the Leaves, Chip Douglas of the Modern Folk Quartet, and Joel Larson of the Grass Roots. Just called Gene Clark & The Group, they'd played around the clubs in LA and cut about half an album's worth of demos produced by Jim Dickson and Ed Tickner, the Byrds' management team, before Clark had fired first Douglas and then the rest of the group. Clark's association with Douglas did go on to benefit him though -- Douglas went on, as we've seen in other episodes, to produce hits for the Turtles and the Monkees, and he later remembered an old song by Clark and McGuinn that the Byrds had demoed but never released, "You Showed Me", and produced a top ten hit version of it for the Turtles: [Excerpt: The Turtles, "You Showed Me"] Clark had instead started working with two country singers, Vern and Rex Gosdin, who had previously been with Chris Hillman in the country band The Hillmen. When that band had split up, the Gosdin Brothers had started to perform together as a duo, and in 1967 they would have a major country hit with "Hangin' On": [Excerpt: The Gosdin Brothers, "Hangin' On"] At this point though, they were just Gene Clark's backing vocalists, on an album that had been started with producer Larry Marks, who left Columbia half way through the sessions, at which point Usher took over. The album, titled Gene Clark with the Gosdin Brothers, featured a mix of musicians from different backgrounds. There were Larson and Rinehart from Gene Clark and the Group, there were country musicians -- a guitarist named Clarence White and the banjo player Doug Dillard. Hillman and Michael Clarke, the Byrds' rhythm section, played on much of the album as a way of keeping a united front, Glen Campbell, Jerry Cole, Leon Russell and Jim Gordon of the Wrecking Crew contributed, and Van Dyke Parks played most of the keyboards. The lead-off single for Gene Clark with the Gosdin Brothers, "Echoes", is one of the tracks produced by Marks, but in truth the real producer of that track is Leon Russell, who wrote the orchestral arrangement that turned Clark's rough demo into a baroque pop masterpiece: [Excerpt: Gene Clark, "Echoes"] Despite Clark having quit the band, relations between him and the rest were still good enough that in September 1966 he temporarily rejoined the band after Crosby lost his voice, though he was gone again as soon as Crosby was well. But that didn't stop the next Byrds album, which Usher went on to produce straight after finishing work on Clark's record, coming out almost simultaneously with Clark's and, according to Clark, killing its commercial potential. Upon starting to work with the group, Usher quickly came to the conclusion that Chris Hillman was in many ways the most important member of the band. According to Usher "There was also quite a divisive element within the band at that stage which often prevented them working well together. Sometimes everything would go smoothly, but other times it was a hard road. McGuinn and Hillman were often more together on musical ideas. This left Crosby to fend for himself, which I might add he did very well." Usher also said "I quickly came to understand that Hillman was a good stabilising force within the Byrds (when he wanted to be). It was around the time that I began working with them that Chris also became more involved in the songwriting. I think part of that was the fact that he realised how much more money was involved if you actually wrote the songs yourself. And he was a good songwriter." The first single to be released from the new sessions was one that was largely Hillman's work. Hillman and Crosby had been invited by the great South African jazz trumpeter Hugh Masekela to play on some demos for another South African jazzer, singer Letta Mbulu. Details are sparse, but one presumes this was for what became her 1967 album Letta Mbulu Sings, produced by David Axelrod: [Excerpt: Letta Mbulu, "Zola (MRA)"] According to Hillman, that session was an epiphany for him, and he went home and started writing his own songs for the first time. He took one of the riffs he came up with to McGuinn, who came up with a bridge inspired by a song by yet another South African musician, Miriam Makeba, who at the time was married to Masekela, and the two wrote a lyric inspired by what they saw as the cynical manipulation of the music industry in creating manufactured bands like the Monkees -- though they have both been very eager to say that they were criticising the industry, not the Monkees themselves, with whom they were friendly. As Hillman says in his autobiography, "Some people interpreted it as a jab at The Monkees. In reality, we had immense respect for all of them as singers and musicians. We weren't skewering the members of the Monkees, but we were taking a shot at the cynical nature of the entertainment business that will try to manufacture a group like The Monkees as a marketing strategy. For us, it was all about the music, and we were commenting on the pitfalls of the industry rather than on any of our fellow musicians." [Excerpt: The Byrds, "So You Want to be a Rock 'n' Roll Star?"] The track continued the experimentation with sound effects that they had started with the Lear jet song on the previous album. That had featured recordings of a Lear jet, and "So You Want to be a Rock 'n' Roll Star?" featured recordings of audience screams. Those screams were, according to most sources, recorded by Derek Taylor at a Byrds gig in Bournemouth in 1965, but given reports of the tepid response the group got on that tour, that doesn't seem to make sense. Other sources say they're recordings of a *Beatles* audience in Bournemouth in *1963*, the shows that had been shown in the first US broadcast of Beatles footage, and the author of a book on links between the Beatles and Bournemouth says on his blog "In the course of researching Yeah Yeah Yeah: The Beatles & Bournemouth I spoke to two people who saw The Byrds at the Gaumont that August and neither recalled any screaming at all, let alone the wall of noise that can be heard on So You Want To Be A Rock 'n' Roll Star." So it seems likely that screaming isn't for the Byrds, but of course Taylor had also worked for the Beatles. According to Usher "The crowd sound effects were from a live concert that Derek Taylor had taped with a little tape recorder in London. It was some outrageous crowd, something like 20,000 to 30,000 people. He brought the tape in, ran it off onto a big tape, re- EQ'd it, echoed it, cleaned it up and looped it." So my guess is that the audience screams in the Byrds song about the Monkees are for the Beatles, but we'll probably never know for sure: [Excerpt: The Byrds, "So You Want to be a Rock 'n' Roll Star?"] The track also featured an appearance by Hugh Masekela, the jazz trumpeter whose invitation to take part in a session had inspired the song: [Excerpt: The Byrds, "So You Want to be a Rock 'n' Roll Star?"] While Hillman was starting to lean more towards folk and country music -- he had always been the member of the band least interested in rock music -- and McGuinn was most interested in exploring electronic sounds, Crosby was still pushing the band more in the direction of the jazz experimentation they'd tried on "Eight Miles High", and one of the tracks they started working on soon after "So You Want to be a Rock 'n' Roll Star?" was inspired by another jazz trumpet great. Miles Davis had been partly responsible for getting the Byrds signed to Columbia, as we talked about in the episode on "Mr. Tambourine Man", and so the group wanted to pay him tribute, and they started working on a version of his classic instrumental "Milestones": [Excerpt: Miles Davis, "Milestones"] Sadly, while the group worked on their version for several days -- spurred on primarily by Crosby -- they eventually chose to drop the track, and it has never seen release or even been bootlegged, though there is a tiny clip of it that was used in a contemporaneous documentary, with a commentator talking over it: [Excerpt: The Byrds, "Milestones (TV)"] It was apparently Crosby who decided to stop work on the track, just as working on it was also apparently his idea. Indeed, while the biggest change on the album that would become Younger Than Yesterday was that for the first time Chris Hillman was writing songs and taking lead vocals, Crosby was also writing more than before. Hillman wrote four of the songs on the album, plus his co-write with McGuinn on "So You Want to be a Rock 'n' Roll Star?", but Crosby also supplied two new solo compositions, plus a cowrite with McGuinn, and Crosby and McGuinn's "Why?", the B-side to "Eight Miles High", was also dug up and rerecorded for the album. Indeed, Gary Usher would later say "The album was probably 60% Crosby. McGuinn was not that involved, nor was Chris; at least as far as performing was concerned." McGuinn's only composition on the album other than the co-writes with Crosby and Hillman was another song about contacting aliens, "CTA-102", a song about a quasar which at the time some people were speculating might have been evidence of alien life. That song sounds to my ears like it's had some influence from Joe Meek's similar records, though I've never seen McGuinn mention Meek as an influence: [Excerpt: The Byrds, "CTA-102"] Crosby's growing dominance in the studio was starting to rankle with the other members. In particular two tracks were the cause of conflict. One was Crosby's song "Mind Gardens", an example of his increasing experimentation, a freeform song that ignores conventional song structure, and which he insisted on including on the album despite the rest of the group's objections: [Excerpt: The Byrds, "Mind Gardens"] The other was the track that directly followed "Mind Gardens" on the album. "My Back Pages" was a song from Dylan's album Another Side of Bob Dylan, a song many have seen as Dylan announcing his break with the folk-song and protest movements he'd been associated with up to that point, and his intention to move on in a new direction: [Excerpt: Bob Dylan, "My Back Pages"] Jim Dickson, the Byrds' co-manager, was no longer on speaking terms with the band and wasn't involved in their day-to-day recording as he had been, but he'd encountered McGuinn on the street and rolled down his car window and suggested that the group do the song. Crosby was aghast. They'd already recorded several songs from Another Side of Bob Dylan, and Fifth Dimension had been their first album not to include any Dylan covers. Doing a jangly cover of a Dylan song with a McGuinn lead vocal was something they'd moved on from, and he didn't want to go back to 1964 at the end of 1966. He was overruled, and the group recorded their version, a track that signified something very different for the Byrds than the original had for Dylan: [Excerpt: The Byrds, "My Back Pages"] It was released as the second single from the album, and made number thirty. It was the last Byrds single to make the top forty. While he was working with the Byrds, Usher continued his work in the pop field, though as chart pop moved on so did Usher, who was now making records in a psychedelic sunshine pop style with acts like the Peanut Butter Conspiracy: [Excerpt: The Peanut Butter Conspiracy, "It's a Happening Thing"] and he produced Chad and Jeremy's massive concept album Of Cabbages and Kings, which included a five-song "Progress Suite" illustrating history from the start of creation until the end of the world: [Excerpt: Chad and Jeremy, "Editorial"] But one of the oddest projects he was involved in was indirectly inspired by Roger McGuinn. According to Usher "McGuinn and I had a lot in common. Roger would always say that he was "out of his head," which he thought was good, because he felt you had to go out of your head before you could really find your head! That sums up McGuinn perfectly! He was also one of the first people to introduce me to metaphysics, and from that point on I started reading everything I could get my hands on. His viewpoints on metaphysics were interesting, and, at the time, useful. He was also into Marshall McLuhan; very much into the effects of electronics and the electronic transformation. He was into certain metaphysical concepts before I was, but I was able to turn him onto some abstract concepts as well" These metaphysical discussions led to Usher producing an album titled The Astrology Album, with discussions of the meaning of different star signs over musical backing: [Excerpt: Gary Usher, "Leo"] And with interviews with various of the artists he was working with talking about astrology. He apparently interviewed Art Garfunkel -- Usher was doing some uncredited production work on Simon and Garfunkel's Bookends album at the time -- but Garfunkel declined permission for the interview to be used. But he did get both Chad and Jeremy to talk, along with John Merrill of the Peanut Butter Conspiracy -- and David Crosby: [Excerpt: Gary Usher, "Leo"] One of the tracks from that album, "Libra", became the B-side of a single by a group of studio musicians Usher put together, with Glen Campbell on lead vocals and featuring Bruce Johnston of the Beach Boys prominently on backing vocals. "My World Fell Down" was credited to Sagittarius, again a sign of Usher's current interest in astrology, and featured some experimental sound effects that are very similar to the things that McGuinn had been doing on recent Byrds albums: [Excerpt: Sagittarius, "My World Fell Down"] While Usher was continuing with his studio experimentation, the Byrds were back playing live -- and they were not going down well at all. They did a UK tour where they refused to play most of their old hits and went down as poorly as on their previous tour, and they were no longer the kings of LA. In large part this was down to David Crosby, whose ego was by this point known to *everybody*, and who was becoming hugely unpopular on the LA scene even as he was starting to dominate the band. Crosby was now the de facto lead vocalist on stage, with McGuinn being relegated to one or two songs per set, and he was the one who would insist that they not play their older hit singles live. He was dominating the stage, leading to sarcastic comments from the normally placid Hillman like "Ladies and gentlemen, the David Crosby show!", and he was known to do things like start playing a song then stop part way through a verse to spend five minutes tuning up before restarting. After a residency at the Whisky A-Go-Go where the group were blown off the stage by their support act, the Doors, their publicist Derek Taylor quit, and he was soon followed by the group's co-managers Jim Dickson and Eddie Tickner, who were replaced by Crosby's friend Larry Spector, who had no experience in rock management but did represent Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper, two young film stars Crosby was hanging round with. The group were particularly annoyed by Crosby when they played the Monterey Pop Festival. Crosby took most lead vocals in that set, and the group didn't go down well, though instrumentally the worst performer was Michael Clarke, who unlike the rest of the band had never become particularly proficient on his instrument: [Excerpt: The Byrds, "So You Want to be a Rock 'n' Roll Star (live at Monterey)"] But Crosby also insisted on making announcements from the stage advocating LSD use and describing conspiracy theories about the Kennedy assassination: [Excerpt: David Crosby on the Warren Commission, from the end of "Hey Joe" Monterey] But even though Crosby was trying to be the Byrds' leader on stage, he was also starting to think that they maybe didn't deserve to have him as their leader. He'd recently been spending a lot of time hanging out with Stephen Stills of the Buffalo Springfield, and McGuinn talks about one occasion where Crosby and Stills were jamming together, Stills played a blues lick and said to McGuinn "Can you play that?" and when McGuinn, who was not a blues musician, said he couldn't, Stills looked at him with contempt. McGuinn was sure that Stills was trying to poach Crosby, and Crosby apparently wanted to be poached. The group had rehearsed intensely for Monterey, aware that they'd been performing poorly and not wanting to show themselves up in front of the new San Francisco bands, but Crosby had told them during rehearsals that they weren't good enough to play with him. McGuinn's suspicions about Stills wanting to poach Crosby seemed to be confirmed during Monterey when Crosby joined Buffalo Springfield on stage, filling in for Neil Young during the period when Young had temporarily quit the group, and performing a song he'd helped Stills write about Grace Slick: [Excerpt: Buffalo Springfield, "Rock 'n' Roll Woman (live at Monterey)"] Crosby was getting tired not only of the Byrds but of the LA scene in general. He saw the new San Francisco bands as being infinitely cooler than the Hollywood plastic scene that was LA -- even though Crosby was possibly the single most Hollywood person on that scene, being the son of an Oscar-winning cinematographer and someone who hung out with film stars. At Monterey, the group had debuted their next single, the first one with an A-side written by Crosby, "Lady Friend": [Excerpt: The Byrds, "Lady Friend"] Crosby had thought of that as a masterpiece, but when it was released as a single, it flopped badly, and the rest of the group weren't even keen on the track being included on the next album. To add insult to injury as far as Crosby was concerned, at the same time as the single was released, a new album came out -- the Byrds' Greatest Hits, full of all those singles he was refusing to play live, and it made the top ten, becoming far and away the group's most successful album. But despite all this, the biggest conflict between band members when they came to start sessions for their next album wasn't over Crosby, but over Michael Clarke. Clarke had never been a particularly good drummer, and while that had been OK at the start of the Byrds' career, when none of them had been very proficient on their instruments, he was barely any better at a time when both McGuinn and Hillman were being regarded as unique stylists, while Crosby was writing metrically and harmonically interesting material. Many Byrds fans appreciate Clarke's drumming nonetheless, saying he was an inventive and distinctive player in much the same way as the similarly unskilled Micky Dolenz, but on any measure of technical ability he was far behind his bandmates. Clarke didn't like the new material and wasn't capable of playing it the way his bandmates wanted. He was popular with the rest of the band as a person, but simply wasn't playing well, and it led to a massive row in the first session: [Excerpt: The Byrds, "Universal Mind Decoder (alternate backing track)"] At one point they joke that they'll bring in Hal Blaine instead -- a reference to the recording of "Mr. Tambourine Man", when Clarke and Hillman had been replaced by Blaine and Larry Knechtel -- and Clarke says "Do it. I don't mind, I really don't." And so that ended up happening. Clarke was still a member of the band -- and he would end up playing on half the album's tracks -- but for the next few sessions the group brought in session drummers Hal Blaine and Jim Gordon to play the parts they actually wanted. But that wasn't going to stop the bigger problem in the group, and that problem was David Crosby's relationship with the rest of the band. Crosby was still at this point thinking of himself as having a future in the group, even as he was increasingly convinced that the group themselves were bad, and embarrassed by their live sound. He even, in a show of unity, decided to ask McGuinn and Hillman to collaborate on a couple of songs with him so they would share the royalties equally. But there were two flash-points in the studio. The first was Crosby's song "Triad", a song about what we would now call polyamory, partly inspired by Robert Heinlein's counterculture science fiction novel Stranger in a Strange Land. The song was meant to portray a progressive, utopian, view of free love, but has dated very badly -- the idea that the *only* reason a woman might be unhappy with her partner sleeping with another woman is because of her mother's disapproval possibly reveals more about the mindset of hippie idealists than was intended. The group recorded Crosby's song, but refused to allow it to be released, and Crosby instead gave it to his friends Jefferson Airplane, whose version, by having Grace Slick sing it, at least reverses the dynamics of the relationship: [Excerpt: Jefferson Airplane, "Triad"] The other was a song that Gary Usher had brought to the group and suggested they record, a Goffin and King song released the previous year by Dusty Springfield: [Excerpt: Dusty Springfield, "Goin' Back"] Crosby was incandescent. The group wanted to do this Brill Building pap?! Hell, Gary Usher had originally thought that *Chad and Jeremy* should do it, before deciding to get the Byrds to do it instead. Did they really want to be doing Chad and Jeremy cast-offs when they could be doing his brilliant science-fiction inspired songs about alternative relationship structures? *Really*? They did, and after a first session, where Crosby reluctantly joined in, when they came to recut the track Crosby flat-out refused to take part, leading to a furious row with McGuinn. Since they were already replacing Michael Clarke with session drummers, that meant the only Byrds on "Goin' Back", the group's next single, were McGuinn and Hillman: [Excerpt: The Byrds, "Goin' Back"] That came out in late October 1967, and shortly before it came out, McGuinn and Hillman had driven to Crosby's home. They told him they'd had enough. He was out of the band. They were buying him out of his contract. Despite everything, Crosby was astonished. They were a *group*. They fought, but only the way brothers fight. But McGuinn and Hillman were adamant. Crosby ended up begging them, saying "We could make great music together." Their response was just "And we can make great music without you." We'll find out whether they could or not in two weeks' time.
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This is an Operation Podcast production, connect with us @operationpodcast. How often do we mold ourselves to fit in? Join us as we unravel the complexities of identity and acceptance with Selema Masekela, a renowned storyteller and artist who's journey of self identity discovery is a testament to the power of self-love. Selema shares his experience of creating a character around his persona to assimilate in places where he was the 'other'. Breaking down the barriers of love and self-acceptance, Selema and I indulge in an honest exploration of relationships, the struggles of receiving love, and the essence of taking care of oneself before others. As we navigate through the landscape of fear-based living, we discuss the dangers of demonizing intelligence and highlight the importance of embracing love in our society. How does Selema live through love? "Allowing myself to be taught by love the soft lessons, the hard lessons and, as we said before, the ability to learn, how to continuously learn to receive it from all the different directions that it may be coming from, because sometimes that shit feels like an attack.” ----- In this episode, you will learn… Embracing individuality: the importance of self-identity and authenticity, highlighting his journey of self-discovery. The importance of self-love: It's crucial to fill our own cup first before we can give to others, emphasizing the importance of self-care and self-appreciation in our relationships. Empathy and vulnerability: These two traits play a vital role in today's society. They allow for deeper connections, understanding, and acceptance of others. The power of love: Selema shares his understanding of love shaped by past relationships and the control we can take over our narratives, demonstrating the transformative power of love. Creating inclusive spaces: Selema highlights the importance of inclusivity and diversity in all aspects of life, from sports to society at large. ----- About the guest: Selema Masekela is a prominent storyteller and artist, known for his inspiring journey of self-identity discovery and his experiences in the world of outdoor sports. Having made a significant transition from the East Coast to Carlsbad, California, Selema advocates for self-love, empathy, vulnerability, and the importance of owning one's own story, as well as fostering diversity and access in outdoor sports. Follow Selema @selema —-- Follow Ruben on Instagram Watch and subscribe to Live Through Love on YouTube
Selema Masekela discusses moving to Carlsbad California, falling in love with surfing, working at Transworld, becoming team manager for Planet Earth, Rhythm & Adio Footwear, starting Alphanumeric Clothing, why he first turned down announcing for X Games, getting the call to go on Tony Hawks Gigantic Skatepark Tour, Tony Hawks 900, breaking the Kim Kardashian sex tape story on his E! show "Daily 10”, returning to X Games, his father Hugh Masekela and much more! Timestamps: 00:00:00 Selema Masekela 00:02:37 Finding skateboarding 00:05:47 Moving to Carlsbad California 00:10:21 Falling in love with surfing 00:11:19 Selema's first job in skateboarding 00:23:06 Getting back into skating heavy because of Transworld 00:25:13 Moving up the ladder at Transworld 00:29:32 Working for Planet Earth 00:31:17 Becoming team manager for Planet Earth, Rhythm & Adio Footwear 00:32:42 The Rhythm video 00:35:20 Meeting Alyasha Owerka-Moore 00:38:25 Team manager for Reebok's Boks program 00:40:51 Starting Alphanumeric 00:46:19 What happened with Alphanumeric? 00:50:42 Getting into television work 00:52:16 Announcing contests and demos 01:01:49 Getting the call to go on Tony Hawks Gigantic Skatepark Tour 01:02:13 Tony Hawk's 900 01:12:37 Leaving and returning to X Games 01:22:45 Working for E! entertainment 01:25:27 Dealing with taxes 01:28:31 Breaking the Kim Kardashian sex tape story on his E! show "Daily 10" 01:42:19 Selema's father Hugh Masekela 01:47:10 The beauty of working in the thing you love 01:52:10 Olympic broadcasting 01:57:22 The future of womens skateboarding 02:00:07 Being back at X Games 02:07:10 Snowboard lingo 02:10:35 Selema's dad the musician 02:16:28 Skaters doing things that aren't skateboarding 02:20:57 From Selema to Sal back to Selema Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When Selema Masekela, storyteller and son of South African jazz musician Hugh Masekela, moved to Carlsbad in high school, surfing became his doctrine. He spent years working odd-jobs to fund his habit until he began producing and commentating for Transworld Skate, before he found his calling as an action-sports commentator and storyteller, using his voice to broaden the scope of representation in sport on an international scale. In this episode, Masekela talks with show host Jamie Brisick to talk about the crossover between surf, skate, and snowboard culture, recounting his exploration of Africa's rich surfing history in his book AFROSURF, finding common ground through music and surfing alike, visiting South Africa after Mandela's release in 1990, fitness, and his father's legacy.
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Sisonke Msimang interviews Barbara Masekela about her memoir Poli Poli. Barbara remembers her childhood home with her grandmother and honours her generation of Black women. She contextualises her family's life in the history of dispossession, mobility, apartheid and reflects on her exile in the U.S. and transatlantic cultural ties. Barbara also mentions her friendship with the late Keorapetse “Bra Willie” Kgositsile, who is celebrated in episode four of this season. Sisonke Msimang is the author of two books: Always Another Country: A memoir of exile and home, and The Resurrection of Winnie Mandela. She has written essays and articles for a range of international press, and she works as a curator and storyteller. Sisonke is also a member of the board of PEN South Africa. Barbara Masekela is a South African poet, educator, mother, and activist. She has served as ambassador to the United States and France, and has held various executive and non-executive directorships, including at Standard Bank, the South African Broadcasting Corporation and De Beers. Her memoir Poli Poli was published by Jonathan Ball in 2021. She lives in Johannesburg. In this episode we are in solidarity with academic and activist Dr Abduljalil Al-Singace. You can read more about his case here: https://www.pen-international.org/news/free-dr-abduljalil-al-singace As tributes to Dr Al-Singace, Barbara reads an extract from Margaret Walker's “For My People” and Sisonke shares a quote about courage from Maya Angelou. This podcast series is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Embassy in South Africa to promote open conversation and highlight shared histories.
This week on Radically Loved, Rosie speaks with Selema Masekela about spirituality, vulnerability, and creating your own path in life.Going through a spiritual experience can open your eyes to endless possibilities. It detaches you from your past conditioning that may be bringing you more harm than good. What follows this experience is a new path that you can create and call your own. This episode is brought to you by: LMNT Right now LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase, That's 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order! Get yours at https://drinklmnt.com/rosie Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:Discover the spiritual experience of surfing and being in the ocean.2. Understand why real power and strength lie in vulnerability.3. Learn how and why therapy can change your life and perspective. Episode Highlights[01:28] Selema's Background[10:31] Connecting with the Ocean[12:17] Exploring His Spirituality[14:33] Depression and Anxiety [19:29] On Fragile Masculinity and Vulnerability[20:35] Going to Therapy [22:16] Selema's Therapy Experience.[24:35] It's Okay Not to Have Everything Figured Out[31:17] What Selema Is Excited About[37:04] Creating Your Own Path Resources: Connect with Selema Masekela:Website: https://www.salmasekela.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/selema/Twitter: https://twitter.com/selemaWhat Shapes Us Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-shapes-us/id1521200635 - Mami Wata: https://mamiwatasurf.com/- Stoked Mentoring - Summer of Soul (2021): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11422728/ - West Side Story (2021): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3581652/ - Mami Wata (1975) by Hugh Masekela: https://open.spotify.com/track/4pTAFN3kA3szSq0KD2URCx?autoplay=true - Flamingo (2020): https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/flamingo/umc.cmc.xok7sjoyujnbav7j5gx9irk3 - Burton Snowboards: https://www.burton.com/us/en/home - Radically Loved is now part of the iHeartMedia Podcasts: https://www.iheartmedia.com/podcasts. - Have a specific topic in mind? Email us at info@radicallyloved.com. - Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff! - FREE Action Guide! Apply the lessons you learn from this episode as you listen! Sign up at https://www.radicallyloved.com/episode-show-notes, and I'll send it right away! Stay updated! - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/ - Twitter: https:twitter.com/rosieacosta - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta
This week on Radically Loved, Rosie speaks with Selema Masekela about spirituality, vulnerability, and creating your own path in life.Going through a spiritual experience can open your eyes to endless possibilities. It detaches you from your past conditioning that may be bringing you more harm than good. What follows this experience is a new path that you can create and call your own. This episode is brought to you by: LMNT Right now LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase, That's 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order! Get yours at https://drinklmnt.com/rosie Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:Discover the spiritual experience of surfing and being in the ocean.2. Understand why real power and strength lie in vulnerability.3. Learn how and why therapy can change your life and perspective. Episode Highlights[01:28] Selema's Background[10:31] Connecting with the Ocean[12:17] Exploring His Spirituality[14:33] Depression and Anxiety [19:29] On Fragile Masculinity and Vulnerability[20:35] Going to Therapy [22:16] Selema's Therapy Experience.[24:35] It's Okay Not to Have Everything Figured Out[31:17] What Selema Is Excited About[37:04] Creating Your Own Path Resources: Connect with Selema Masekela:Website: https://www.salmasekela.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/selema/Twitter: https://twitter.com/selemaWhat Shapes Us Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-shapes-us/id1521200635 - Mami Wata: https://mamiwatasurf.com/- Stoked Mentoring - Summer of Soul (2021): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11422728/ - West Side Story (2021): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3581652/ - Mami Wata (1975) by Hugh Masekela: https://open.spotify.com/track/4pTAFN3kA3szSq0KD2URCx?autoplay=true - Flamingo (2020): https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/flamingo/umc.cmc.xok7sjoyujnbav7j5gx9irk3 - Burton Snowboards: https://www.burton.com/us/en/home - Radically Loved is now part of the iHeartMedia Podcasts: https://www.iheartmedia.com/podcasts. - Have a specific topic in mind? Email us at info@radicallyloved.com. - Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff! - FREE Action Guide! Apply the lessons you learn from this episode as you listen! Sign up at https://www.radicallyloved.com/episode-show-notes, and I'll send it right away! Stay updated! - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/ - Twitter: https:twitter.com/rosieacosta - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacostaThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5250338/advertisement
In January 2021 we sat down for what became a 3 hour conversation with the legendary Selema Masekela. We laughed, we cried, and by the end we realized we were undeniably tethered for life, a beautiful heart tether. We've had many people ask to hear the whole conversation, rather than the more edited 1 hour conversation we put out in April 2021. In this episode we go into beautiful stories about Selema's relationship with his father, the late great Hugh Masekela, and include a deeper conversation around making music himself, and what it meant in 2020 to shout about racial justice (and finally be passed a mic when doing so) in a sport as historically white as surfing. We're so please to present the full episode now. The music you hear at the very beginning is the multitalented and multifaceted Selema himself, with the song "All is Forgiven" from his band Alekesam. Additional Links to go deeper!Check out Selema on InstagramListen to Alekesam on SpotifyListen to the abridged conversation hereRock out to Hugh MasekelaLearn more about STOKED mentoringSTOKED collaborates with schools, community organizations, and a network of dedicated mentors to bridge the opportunity gap for low-income youth, and prepare them for a vibrant, fulfilled life after high school.This Land Doc
In celebration of International Women's Day Carol Ofori spoke to activist, academic, ambassador, poet, educator, mother and one of the greatest wordsmiths in the world, Barbara Masekela!
Liam Messin of The Lancet Global Health talks to Associate Prof Refiloe Masekela and Prof Luis Garcia-Marcos about their research investigating the control and management of asthma worldwide.Read the full article:Asthma management and control in children, adolescents, and adults in 25 countries: a Global Asthma Network Phase I cross-sectional studyContinue this conversation on social!Follow us today at...https://twitter.com/thelancethttps://instagram.com/thelancetgrouphttps://facebook.com/thelancetmedicaljournalhttps://linkedIn.com/company/the-lancethttps://youtube.com/thelancettv
On today's episode of Who's There, our weekly call-in show, we discuss Ellie Goulding's alleged (by Ed Sheeran) relationship with Ed Sheeran for some reason before playing your calls about Craig David's favorite hotel meal (all six pounds of it) and Emily St. John Mandel's Wikipedia before learning about Lupita Nyong'o's new boyfriend (who has a famous family), Chilli's new boyfriend (who also has a famous family), a TikTok star named Alix Earle (who ALSO has a famous family), Sabrina Carpenter's new phone (phones don't have families), and more. Call in at 619.WHO.THEM to leave questions, comments & concerns for a future episode of Who's There. Support us and get a TON of bonus content over on Patreon.com/WhoWeekly. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Selema Masekela joins us for stories of X-Games, Gigantic Skatepark Tour, his father's fame and the challenges of growing up as one of the very few black surfers in the neighborhood. This is a good one. And we have clean audio! -- Thank you to our sponsors: Manscaped: Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code HAWKWOLF at Manscaped.com BetterHelp: Our listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/HAWKWOLF Factor: Head to GO.FACTOR 75.com/WOLF130 and use code: WOLF130 to get $130 off across 6 boxes! NordVPN: Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here ↣ https://nordvpn.com/WOLF It's risk- free with Nord's 30-day money back guarantee! -- To listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZcNADIeqlXXCCLm1MJny7?si=8g_1SCbZRCSOfI5j6y40dQ To listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hawk-vs-wolf-podcast/id1553164725 -- Tony Hawk @tonyhawk @skateparkproject Selema Masekela @selema Jason Ellis @wolfmate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
George Elek is joined by Andy Holding to look ahead to day one of the July Festival at Newmarket.2.37: The opening race of the week is the Maiden Fillies' Stakes run over six furlongs. Ivory Madonna appears to set the standard here after her run in the Albany Stakes and she'll have Hollie Doyle on board. Andy thinks she looks a worthy favourite in a tricky to call contest with over half the field newcomers.5.00: The Bahrain trophy comes next at 1.50. Deauville Legend runs here, tipped up by Andy at Royal Ascot where he came a notable second, he's 9/1 best price here and doesn't appear to be too fancied on this occasion. Masekela is the 7/4 favourite here following his Derby run, Walk of Stars follows next having disappointed there himself with Zechariah also around the 4/1 mark.9.25: The July Stakes takes place at 2.25, eight are declared at the time of writing and Persian Force and Little Big Bear both head the betting at 7/4 with the latter as short as 6/4 in places. Andy isn't keen on Persian Force at the price whilst he thinks Mysterious Night could be value at an each way price.12:55: 19 are entered for the Bet365 Heritage handicap. Bosh jumps of the page here for Andy with Richard Hannon's charge currently a best price of 11/1, several bookies are paying up to 6 places on this one at 3pm and Andy thinks at the prices it could be the best bet on the card.16:30: Mostahdaf just edges Yibir for favouritism in the Princess Of Wales's Close Brothers Stakes and Andy thinks he's a fair favourite and can't see too much value elsewhere in the race.18:30: Frankie Dettori rides favourite Mighty Ulysees in the listed Sir Henry Cecil Stakes. Alflaila is one that interests Andy here at 10/1 having previously tipped him up for the Jersey Stakes.21:08: The final race on the card is the Weatherbys Hamilton Handicap over a mile. Enforced is the favourite here at 3/1. A trappy looking race and after some deliberation Andy landed on Charlie Appleby runners Echo Point and Noble Dynasty. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This week on Radically Loved, Rosie speaks with Selema Masekela about spirituality, vulnerability, and creating your own path in life.Going through a spiritual experience can open your eyes to endless possibilities. It detaches you from your past conditioning that may be bringing you more harm than good. What follows this experience is a new path that you can create and call your own.This episode is brought to you by: Kion Save 20% on monthly delivers and 10% on on time purchases. Just go to www.getkion.com/radicallyloved Kitsch Get 30% OFF anything and everything! Visit www.mykitsch.com/loved NootopiaGo to nootopia.com/radicallyloved and enter coupon code radicallyloved10 for an extra 10% off.Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:1. Discover the spiritual experience of surfing and being in the ocean.2. Understand why real power and strength lie in vulnerability.3. Learn how and why therapy can change your life and perspective.Episode Highlights[01:28] Selema's Background[10:31] Connecting with the Ocean[12:17] Exploring His Spirituality[14:33] Depression and Anxiety[19:29] On Fragile Masculinity and Vulnerability[20:35] Going to Therapy[22:16] Selema's Therapy Experience.[24:35] It's Okay Not to Have Everything Figured Out[31:17] What Selema Is Excited About[37:04] Creating Your Own PathResources:Connect with Selema Masekela:- Website: https://www.salmasekela.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/selema/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/selema - What Shapes Us Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-shapes-us/id1521200635- Mami Wata: https://mamiwatasurf.com/ - Stoked Mentoring- Summer of Soul (2021): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11422728/ - West Side Story (2021): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3581652/ - Mami Wata (1975) by Hugh Masekela: https://open.spotify.com/track/4pTAFN3kA3szSq0KD2URCx?autoplay=true - Flamingo (2020): https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/flamingo/umc.cmc.xok7sjoyujnbav7j5gx9irk3 - Burton Snowboards: https://www.burton.com/us/en/home - Radically Loved is now part of the iHeartMedia Podcasts: https://www.iheartmedia.com/podcasts. - Have a specific topic in mind? Email us at info@radicallyloved.com. - Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff!- FREE Action Guide! Apply the lessons you learn from this episode as you listen! Sign up at https://www.radicallyloved.com/episode-show-notes, and I'll send it right away!Stay updated!- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/- Twitter: https:twitter.com/rosieacosta- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta
This week on Radically Loved, Rosie speaks with Selema Masekela about spirituality, vulnerability, and creating your own path in life.Going through a spiritual experience can open your eyes to endless possibilities. It detaches you from your past conditioning that may be bringing you more harm than good. What follows this experience is a new path that you can create and call your own.This episode is brought to you by: Kion Save 20% on monthly delivers and 10% on on time purchases. Just go to www.getkion.com/radicallyloved Kitsch Get 30% OFF anything and everything! Visit www.mykitsch.com/loved NootopiaGo to nootopia.com/radicallyloved and enter coupon code radicallyloved10 for an extra 10% off.Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:1. Discover the spiritual experience of surfing and being in the ocean.2. Understand why real power and strength lie in vulnerability.3. Learn how and why therapy can change your life and perspective.Episode Highlights[01:28] Selema's Background[10:31] Connecting with the Ocean[12:17] Exploring His Spirituality[14:33] Depression and Anxiety[19:29] On Fragile Masculinity and Vulnerability[20:35] Going to Therapy[22:16] Selema's Therapy Experience.[24:35] It's Okay Not to Have Everything Figured Out[31:17] What Selema Is Excited About[37:04] Creating Your Own PathResources:Connect with Selema Masekela:- Website: https://www.salmasekela.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/selema/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/selema - What Shapes Us Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-shapes-us/id1521200635- Mami Wata: https://mamiwatasurf.com/ - Stoked Mentoring- Summer of Soul (2021): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11422728/ - West Side Story (2021): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3581652/ - Mami Wata (1975) by Hugh Masekela: https://open.spotify.com/track/4pTAFN3kA3szSq0KD2URCx?autoplay=true - Flamingo (2020): https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/flamingo/umc.cmc.xok7sjoyujnbav7j5gx9irk3 - Burton Snowboards: https://www.burton.com/us/en/home - Radically Loved is now part of the iHeartMedia Podcasts: https://www.iheartmedia.com/podcasts. - Have a specific topic in mind? Email us at info@radicallyloved.com. - Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff!- FREE Action Guide! Apply the lessons you learn from this episode as you listen! Sign up at https://www.radicallyloved.com/episode-show-notes, and I'll send it right away!Stay updated!- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/- Twitter: https:twitter.com/rosieacosta- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta
Steelo Brim & Chris Reinacher are joined by host, commentator, athlete & artist Selema Masekela to smoke, sip & talk the news of the week. This week, they cover a guard-inmate relationship on the run, Elon Musk buying Twitter, the future of the platform, a crossfaded teacher, Harvard's $100 Million plan to make up for slavery ties, Terry Crews apologizing in time to promote his new book, Chris & Selema's big injuries & more! Alahna Jade reads the facts. Edited by Chandler Haynes
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Selema Masekela is a legend in the board sports community. When there were very few Black voices in skate, snow, and surf, he was there–hosting shows for Vice, ESPN, ABC and more. Now that the action sports world is growing more inclusive, Selema is a central figure in the conversation, pushing the industries he loves while also launching his own label, Mami Wata, the nation's first Afrocentric surf brand. In this deep-dive convo with Kweli and Jasmin, Selema shares memories of his world renowned father, jazz impresario Hugh Masekela, gets raw about how race is handled on the snow and in the surf, and talks about his new company. He also discusses his music, his recent viral tweet about vigilante justice, and so much more. This is a much needed interview with an icon in action sports and one of the best TV sportscasters in the game.
Selema Masekela is a beloved multifaceted TV commentator, host, journalist, musician, Emmy nominated producer, Fashion Entrepreneur, outdoor sports enthusiast and ocean warrior, best known for his work across VICE, E!, ESPN/ABC, Nat Geo Explorer, Red Bull Media House, MTV and beyond. A relentlessly curious narrator of the human experience, he thrives as a Black man who has historically been ‘the only' in the spaces of action sports and entertainment. As part of his diverse career, he worked at Transworld Skate Publications and became the the long-time face of the X Games. The son of South African jazz legend and activist Hugh Masekela, Selema‘s roots are as South African as they are Staten Island, New York City and North County San Diego. He is currently involved with the foundation Stoked Mentoring, a nonprofit action sports organization for at-risk youth, hosts the podcast What Shapes Us?, published the book AfroSurf along with launching the brand Mama Wata and continues to support the Surfrider Foundation as an Ambassador. Wether he is in the ocean catching waves or shredding down a mountain snowboarding Salema often finds himself channeling the spirit and love of his father as he plays a central role in the effort to create racial equality on both the water and on land. LEARN MORE ABOUT SALEMA here: Salema Masekela Website: https://www.salmasekela.com/#home-section Salema Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Selema_Masekela Racism + Surfing - A call for Unity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NElRTSgyu10 Connect with Salema on Twitter: https://twitter.com/selema What Shapes Us Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-shapes-us/id1521200635 Check out the Stoked Website: https://www.stoked.org/ Follow Stoked on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stokedorg/ Stoked on Twitter: https://twitter.com/STOKEDorg Stoked on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/STOKEDorg/ UXE Entertainment: https://www.uxentertainment.com/ Red Bull TV: https://www.redbull.com/us-en/ Vice World of Sports: https://www.vice.com/en/topic/vice-world-of-sports?page=2 Salema in the NY Times: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/08/31/sports/black-surfers.html Surfrider Link: https://www.surfrider.org/our-team/ambassadors/sal-masekela Mami Wata Brand: : https://mamiwatasurf.com/ Mami Wata Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mamiwatasurf/ Woza Short Film: https://vimeo.com/212603149?embedded=true&source=vimeo_logo&owner=64645507 The Inertia: https://www.theinertia.com/surf/selema-masekela-is-right-action-sports-still-has-a-long-way-to-go/ Outside Online: https://www.outsideonline.com/health/training-performance/unlikely-preacher-action-sports-sal-masekela/ Cassius: https://cassiuslife.com/566985/exclusive-selema-sal-masekela-talks-black-people-surfing-white-people-stuff-rediscovery-of-self/ The Lunchbox Fund: https://www.thelunchboxfund.org/ “Racism is not a thing we will stand for in the United States of America. I hope you will continue to stand for this thing called unity and tell racism that it can go and kick rocks, because that's not what surfing is about,” - Salema Masekela. TO SUGGEST A GUEST YOU CAN REACH US here: guest@ourepicocean.com or email the Executive Producer here: Steve@project-o.org
It's been 2 years since our last one-on-one with Selema Masekela. In that time he's reversed aged, launched a clothing brand, a book, a podcast, and commentated surfings debut at the Olympics. Today we catch up and he blueprints his recipe for wise wellness as he embarks on his 6th decade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to Episode 35 of The Madhappy Podcast. We kick off the episode talking about our goals for the new year (4:07), as Peiman asks Selema about his childhood living in two very opposing homes and lifestyles (10:40). Selema opens up about his relationships with his father and step father (14:27) as Mason shares the challenges that came with the confusion of not having a relationship with his biological father and the importance of recognizing them to heal and grow as an individual (16:39). The group talks about the idea of an invisible backpack filled with history and memories (20:13), as Peiman asks Selema about the struggles that came with living a dual life (22:31). Selema talks about his experiences with anxiety (30:00) and imposter syndrome (39:10) before sharing how he came to find and love the sport and practice of surfing (43:08). We move into a conversation about the extreme pressures that come with being a professional athlete (47:57) before we wrap up by learning about the inspiration behind Selema's new brand, Mami Wata, and book, Afrosurf (55:33). Mami Wata What Shapes Us Podcast Afrosurf We talk about some serious topics on this show. We are not professionals and are not giving advice. If you or someone you know needs help, please text start to 741741 and for additional resources please visit LocalOptimist.com/Get-Help The Madhappy Podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a replacement for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Follow us: @Madhappy | @LocalOptimist Visit us: Madhappy.com | LocalOptimist.com
As broadcast January 24, 2022 with plenty of remembrance for your podcast throwback. Tonight to start both halves of the show, we remember two legends. The Father of South African Jazz, Hugh Masekela, passed away January 23, 2018 so we started the show with him and Ojah doing their thing way back in their prime before Masekela went into exile to New York City. Part 3 we started with the big news this past week, which was the passing of Meatloaf aged 74 last Thursday, with a recount of a story when he almost threw Prince Andrew into a moat in 1987, which he probably should have done in hindsight. For tonight, Danno flew 100% solo with Katherin Bass sick, so we had lots of new tunes to give a whirl in both hours, with new joints from Beach House, Khruangbin, Big Thief, and a surprise album drop from Pedro The Lion to discuss as well!#feelthegravityTracklisting:Part I (00:00)Hugh Masekela feat Ojah – Afro Beat BluesBeach House – Only You KnowKAINA – AppleVundabar feat Indigo de Souza – Alien Blues ReduxNilufer Yanya – midnight sunSevdaliza – High Alone Part II (32:45)Khruangbin & Leon Bridges – Chocolate HillsPedro The Lion – Making The Most of ItYeek – Freaky (RGB)The Head & The Heart – Every Shade of BlueBabeheaven feat Navy Blue – Make Me WannaBig Thief – Simulation SwarmDaniel Rossen – Shadow In The Frame Part III (62:47)Meatloaf – I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)AURORA – A Temporary HighConan Gray – JigsawCharlie Puth – Light SwitchGriff x Sigrid – Head On FireYears & Years – Night Call Part IV (94:23)Lana Del Rey – Watercolor EyesHolly Humberstone – London Is LonelyRod Wave – Cold Decemberiann dior ft Travis Barker & Machine Gun Kelly – thought it wasSASAMI – Take CareWaxahatchee – FireHAIM – The Steps
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SiriusXM's All Music Is Black Music host Selema Masekela links up with LaChina Robinson and covers everything from his devotion to the Clippers to his father's friendship with Wilt Chamberlain to growing up with Method Man.
For most people, life is about finding a good paying job and hopefully having enough time to do the activities you love in your spare time. But it doesn't have to be that way. Our guest is a living testament to those out there looking to live their passions. We speak with Selema Masekela, Emmy-nominated producer, commentator, and journalist, about his early days of surfing, building a professional network with deeply human connections, and his transition to television and producing. In this episode, we discuss: A deep dive into Selema's background Professional work & maintaining his surfing habit Building a diverse brand & the transition to TV For more interviews like this one, subscribe to HawkeTalk on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for HawkeTalk in your favorite podcast player.
From his early X Games notoriety to his beautiful new book AFRO SURF, Selema Masekela has always ridden the waves of his own passions.
This is a super duper nice episode with sports commentator, tv host, actor, singer, business man, humanitarian and super nice human being SELEMA MASEKELA. If you're not into surfing, you should still listen in, as Selema's career path is truly inspiring. If you take away one thing, take away the power of "the man on the porch" ... which will make sense when Selema tells the story. We should all be that man, or woman, on the porch. As always, you can win free stuff. We're not above bribing you to listen in.> AFROSURF, the super nicest surfing book ever made or your money back> Selema's “Say Hello Be Nice Challenge” (win a free copy of AFROSURF)> The ‘Next Meal' Challenge> The uncomfortable, ugly, liberating, super nice power of personal and national and global histories> Cultural appropriation vs. respect for culture> The Human Curiosity Movement> Waves for Change & Surfers Not Street Children> Selema's great band ALEKESAM> Squats for a nicer world, or at least nicer legsDon't forget to SHARE this episode with ONE person in your life. Preferably someone with millions of followers. Or your auntie. Both are cool. NICE LINKSMami Wata http://www.mamiwatasurf.com Selema on IG http://www.instagram.com/selemaSelema's 'What Shapes Us' podcast https://www.instagram.com/whatshapesuspodcast/Waves for Change https://waves-for-change.org Surfers Not Street Children https://www.surfnotstreets.org/
Journalist, broadcaster, producer, activist, musician, avid surfer and of course snowboarder. Selema is the voice of action sports but accolades aside its the way he carries himself as a human that is truly inspiring. On this week's show we discuss Hugh Masekela, MTV, snowboarding going mainstream, announcing and broadcasting, dealing with anxiety, working at the E channel, barrier of entry and action sports, toxic facebook, racism, George Floyd paddle out, making music, Mami Wata, Afro Surf and so much more! Join us for this installment of The Bomb Hole as we sit down with Selema Masekela and find out why we call him the Bob Costas of action sport's and learn how he made his own lane in the realm of action sports and beyond going from answering phone's at Transworld Snowboarding to becoming the media giant that he is today!Special ThanksLiquid Death- https://liquiddeath.com/bombhole/ Free coosie's!Ten Barrel Pub Beer- https://10barrel.com/beer/pub-beer/ The Patreon Members, We would not do this without you!!- https://www.patreon.com/thebombhole Ikon Pass- https://www.ikonpass.com Volcom- https://www.volcom.com post a good bail on instagram and #volcombombproof @thebombhole https://www.instagram.com/thebombhole/ @volcomsnow https://www.instagram.com/volcomsnow/ A Volcom rider will pick the best one each week and the winner will get a prize pack!!Manscaped- https://www.manscaped.com Promo Code bombhole save 20%GoPro- https://gopro.com/en/us/ Win A Go Pro! InstagramSelema Masekela's Instagram: @selema https://www.instagram.com/selema/ @thebombhole: https://www.instagram.com/thebombhole... @Grendiesel : https://www.instagram.com/grendiesel/...@E_stone : https://www.instagram.com/e_stone/Hit Subscribe! Leave a comment, We love your feedback! If you like the show please leave us a review! It all helps us out a ton!!For all things Bomb Hole, go to : https://thebombhole.com/BOMB HOLE STORE: https://thebombhole.com/collections/allWatch the episode on YouTube- https://youtu.be/93vF4pah9SMJoin The Bomb Squad on our Patreon page! Props to all of our Patreon members for the support. We could not make these episodes happen without your help! Patreon members get the chance to ask guests questions and find out who we will be interviewing before anyone else. They also receive Bomb Hole merch and a custom Bomb Squad sticker!!! Find out more at https://www.patreon.com/thebombholeShow Notes-Hugh Masekela | https://hughmasekela.co.za Grazing In The Grass | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxXZF60EPdM Paul Simon And Hugh Masekela Graceland Tour | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4I_9OXtKUo Jehovah's Witnesses | https://www.jw.org/en/ MTV Music Sports Fest | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFWgPHyYAK4 Selema Outside Magazine | https://www.outsideonline.com/health/training-performance/unlikely-preacher-action-sports-sal-masekela/ Help With Anxiety | https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/how-to-cope-with-anxiety The Daily Ten | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1q7qnshcwjk Bald Face | https://baldface.com Stoked.org | https://www.stoked.org Salema's Speech On Racism | https://stabmag.com/stabcinema/sal-masekelas-speech-on-racism-and-surfing-will-give-you-chills/ Natural Selection | https://www.redbull.com/us-en/events/natural-selection-tour Alekesam | https://alekesam.bandcamp.com/album/the-sound-of-alekesam Mami Wata | https://mamiwatasurf.com Afro Surf | https://mamiwatasurf.com/pages/afrosurf Humes Supernatural | https://humesupernatural.com Thanks for listening!
In today's episode we talk with Selema Masekela - perhaps best known as the face of the X Games. But there is more to Selema's story than meets the eye. Son of a world renowned jazz musician ( Hugh Masekela https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hugh_Masekela ) Selema grow up on the East Coast going to late night jazz clubs on the weekends, rubbing elbows with the greats. From there, he moved to Carlsbad, where he took naturally to the surf and skate culture. From working odd jobs to answering phones at Transworld, once Selema got his foot in the door, there was no looking back. From Board Aid to Planet. X, X Games to Redbull, Selema has held down hosting responsibilities at arguably the most important events to 18-35 year olds all over the world. Never one to rest on his laurels, today Selema is still hosting with Redbull as well as taking on entrepreneurial adventures and spending his free time holding down a board seat for a little company called Burton Snowboards (http://burton.com). This is an interesting and wide reaching episode. Support The Snowboard Project at http://patreon.com/thesnowboardproject Today's episode brought to you by Cardiff Snowcraft http://cardiffsnow.com Tow Pro Lifts http://towpro-lifts.com Owner Operator HTTP://owneroperator.us United Shapes http://unitedshapes.us 686 Outerwear http://686.com Oakley http://oakley.com Electrovoice Microphones http://electrovoice.com
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Emmy-nominated Producer/Host/Musician Selema Masekela and guest host Ben Lyons discuss covering skateboarding at the Tokyo Olympics and the explosion in popularity of Action Sports over the last decade, being the first person to do an TV interview with Kim Kardashian, and much more! (timestamp). Ben and Chris Brockman discuss Jimmy Garoppolo being named the 49ers' starting quarterback and how long he'll last as the Niners' QB1, and break down how Cowboys' head coach Mike McCarthy came off in the first episode of HBO's ‘Hard Knocks' where he invoked Austin Powers to help motivate his team. (timestamp). Ben and the guys wrap up the hour running through the day's top celebrity birthdays including Hulk Hogan, Chris Hemsworth and others. (timestamp). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Selema Masekela is a beloved commentator, journalist, host, and Emmy nominated producer best known for his work across VICE, E!, ESPN/ABC, Nat Geo, Red Bull Media House and beyond. A relentlessly curious narrator of the human experience, he thrives as a Black man who has historically been ‘the only' in the spaces of action sports and entertainment. The son of South African jazz legend and activist Hugh Masekela, Selema‘s roots are as South African as they are New York City and San Diego. Music and water being the most influential parts of his life at the age of 16 he first felt 'at home' on a surfboard; at 8 you'd find him sitting at Birdland in late night jazz sessions with his father and Miles Davis. It's this unique life experience which paved the way for him not only becoming the face of ESPN's X-Games but also a musician himself, recording under the alias 'Alekesam' (Masekela backwards). His recently launched podcast, What Shapes Us?, explores he and his guests human experiences; who they are, what drives and gives them joy. Its mission is to highlight people and places through a mold breaking lens and redefine culture. He is the co-founder of Stoked Mentoring, an organization dedicated to mentoring at risk youth through action sports and the host of Hyundai's series The Un-Adventurers on Tastemade Network. In 2020, Selema was also welcomed onto the Board of Directors for Burton Snowboards as a general advisor. Selema joins us to talk what it's like to be the only person of color in the spaces you love, using whatever is in your toolbox to help break the cycle of racism, and how middle age is pretty sweet. • This episode of The Ready State Podcast is sponsored by Paleovalley Essential C Complex. Created to be the most powerful, completely natural and organic source of vitamin C on the planet, Essential C Complex is one of the only supplements the Starretts take every single day. Because nothing's funny about scurvy. For more info and 15% off, click www.thereadystate.com/essentialC • This episode of The Ready State Podcast is sponsored by Kion Aminos. Available as powder or tablets, these aminos are 100 percent plant based with no artificial ingredients. Essential amino acids are the building blocks for all muscle and tissue but your body can only absorb about 50% from food which is why Kelly takes them everyday. For more info and 20% off your first purchase, click www.thereadystate.com/aminos
We literally laughed and cried speaking with Selema Mabena Masekela about racism in surfing; his journey building a career in a historically white, male and monied environment; and while swapping stories from childhoods in New England. It was a gift to hear about his legendary father, musician Hugh Ramapolo Masekela, and how his example helped Selema find his voice as an activist. For more information about Faith, Addie and The Trail Ahead go to https://www.thislanddoc.com/thetrailahead.Discussed on this episode:StokedVideo from the 2020 Encinitas Paddle Out in response to the killing of George FloydSelema's Podcast: What Shapes Us PodThe Textured Waves Surf CommunitySelema's Band: AlekesamSelema on Instagram
How do you find life purpose? How do you challenge self-limiting beliefs about identity and potential? Before you can answer these questions, you must first find your tribe.Our instrument for this inward voyage is the voice and prophet of all things action sports, Selema Masekela.For the uninitiated, Selema cannot be defined as any one thing. He’s a badass surfer, snowboarder and skater. He’s a beloved television commentator and journalist, best known as the face and voice of ESPN’s X-Games, a show he hosted for thirteen years. He’s a filmmaker and Emmy-nominated producer who has collaborated with many a media outlet, including E!, NBC, ABC, NatGeo, RedBull Media and VICE. And he’s a social activist, passionate philanthropist and accomplished musician.But more than anything, Selema is a truly gifted storyteller. An extraordinary human with a truly unique and compelling backstory. And a relentlessly curious narrator of the human experience.Today we break bread. And let’s just say you’re in for a ride.This conversation recounts an extraordinary life well-lived.It’s about the confluence and influence of music, art, water, creativity, and storytelling.It’s about race and athletics. The progress many industries need to make to truly be accessible and equal to all. And how sport holds the power to break outdated paradigms.It’s also about giving voice to passion. Amplifying narratives less well told. And a love affair that spans a diversity of interests—from late night Birdland jazz session to dawn patrol barrels.But more than anything, this exchange is about carving out a life that aligns with your passion. It’s about community and the experiences shape who we become. And it’s about connection and the things that make us uniquely human.To read more click here. You can also watch our exchange on YouTube. And as always, the podcast streams wild and free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Warning: Selema’s story is one for the ages.Peace + Plants,Listen, Watch & SubscribeApple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify | Stitcher | Google PodcastsThanks to this week’s sponsorsLMNT: A science-backed electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. The formula is super high-caliber — it’s plant-based with no sugar, fillers, gluten, or sketchy ingredients. Get a FREE LMNT sample pack, which includes 8 packets of LMNT for just $5 shipping at drinkLMNT.com/RICHROLL.Outerknown: Founded by pro-surfer Kelly Slater, Outerknown creates high quality, sustainably produced, and great looking men’s and women’s clothes, ethically manufactured in the world’s cleanest solar-powered factory. 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Go to WHOOP.com and use the promo code Richroll at checkout to save 15% off WHOOP.For a complete list of all RRP sponsors and their respective vanity url's and discount codes, visit my Resources page and click "Sponsors".SHOW NOTESConnect with Sal: Website | Instagram | TwitterSTOKED: What We DoApple Podcasts: What Shapes Us PodcastOutside Magazine: The Unlikely Preacher of Action SportsRed Bull: From paddle outs to a platform for a changeSnowboarder: One of snowboarding’s most vital voices shares his unique and compelling story.Surfer: Sal Masekela ArchiveAlekesam: Music (including interstitial music for this episode).Stab Magazine: Sal Masekela’s Speech On Racism And Surfing Will Give You ChillsWorld Surf League: Watch Sal Masekela’s Moving Address At The ‘Unity’ Paddle OutYouTube: RACISM & SURFING with Selema MasekelaSurfer: Sal Masekela on Racial Justice at the Encinitas Paddle OutItsNiceThat: Afrosurf, a book founded by Selema Masekela, tells the untold stories of surfing culture in AfricaAfrosurf: PreorderTeton: Journey>reward: who is selema masekela?WWD: Dockers Taps Selema Masekela and Ryan Harris, Advocates for Racial Equality and Sustainability in the Surfing IndustryFor 1000s of delicious, customized plant-based recipes & so much more, check out our Plantpower Meal PlannerHOW CAN I SUPPORT THE PODCAST?Tell Your Friends & Share Online!Subscribe & Review: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Soundcloud | Google PodcastsDonate: Check out our Patreon accountSupport The Sponsors: One of the best ways to support the podcast is to support our sponsors. 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Selema Masekela is a beloved commentator, journalist, host, and Emmy-nominated producer best known for his work across VICE, E!, ESPN/ABC, Nat Geo, Red Bull Media House, and beyond. A relentlessly curious narrator of the human experience, he thrives as a Black man who has historically been ‘the only' in the spaces of action sports and entertainment. The son of South African jazz legend and activist Hugh Masekela, Selema‘s roots are as South African as they are New York City and San Diego. With lighthearted insight, Selema talks to Michael about his love of action sports and touring the world with his father. He speaks of growing up in a white majority community, inherent racism, inclusion and identity, as well as the impact George Floyd's murder had on the black community and the rising civil rights movement across the USA… and the world. IG: @selemaSpotify: AlekesamSelema's podcast: @whatshapesuspodcast NOTICE: “Send Me” by Hugh Masekela featured with written approval from the rights-owner and estate. Michael's album ‘Work Hard And Be Nice' is out now: https://orcd.co/work-hard-and-be-niceKeep in touch with Michael online: www.michaelfranti.comThe Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: www.stayhumanpodcast.com PODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists ManagementProducer: Angie Griffith for Activist Artists ManagementArtist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists ManagementManagement Coordinator: Ashley Dill for Activist Artists ManagementSocial Media Manager: Emily Marquis for Coffeehouse CollectiveIn Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast Network (Dan Wise, COO) Instrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti Audio Editing by: Janelle Meager
Hugh Masekela's Thuma Mina (Send Me) – the People's Version was released on Friday in honour of Heritage month. Thuma Mina is a call to the people of South Africa to stand up collectively for change. In the song, Hugh Masekela pens the lyrics “I wanna be there when the people start to turn it around”, which rings true to the very first words in South Africa's Constitution, “We, the People”. The people of South Africa are facing tremendous challenges in the face of COVID-19, such as severe poverty, a compromised economy, lack of access to healthcare and education, corruption and gender-based violence. Together, with a little help from some friends, Constitution Hill in partnership with the Hugh Masekela Heritage Foundation, have joined forces to produce a collaborative re-working: The People's Version – of the late, great Masekela's anthemic Thuma Mina. The People's Version strives to mobilise the citizens of South Africa into action, in support and empowerment of one another. “It is not the size of the problems we must take into account, but rather our will, the people's will, to create and manifest solutions, and our preparedness to scale those solutions across our diverse South African communities,” says Dawn Robertson, CEO of Constitution Hill. Dawn and Mabusha Masekela - of the Hugh Masekela Heritage Foundation, join Brent to talk about the song; about South Africa and about ConHill. Constitution Hill website
Dave sits down with Pat and Olympic commentator, producer, and podcast host Selema Masekela for an open and honest discussion about race and its relationship to surfing. They contrast the recent player strikes in the NBA and WNBA with surfing's broad history of silence, discuss Selema's experience as a black man in the surf community, and look at what surfing can start doing better. Check out Selema's podcast "What Shapes Us" here: https://anchor.fm/what-shapes-us-podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Una puntata dedicate ad una antologia in tre Cd (Wrasse Records) che ripercorre gli anni del successo americano di Masekela e della fortunata collaborazione del trombettista sudafricano con il produttore e amico Stewart Levine: una auto-antologia, curata assieme a Levine dallo stesso Masekela, poco prima della morte nel gennaio scorso.
Con i Jazz Epistles di Dollar Brand, Kippie Moeketsi, Hugh Masekela, alla fine degli anni cinquanta il jazz sudafricano si colloca all'altezza dell'hard bop d'oltre Atlantico. Nel '62 diversi membri dei Jazz Epistles sono già all'estero: ma già nel '62 McGregor e Pukwana con i loro Blue Notes hanno avuto il tempo di spingere la loro ricerca più avanti di quella dei Jazz Epistles. Alle soglie della partenza per il festival di Antibes, i Blue Notes fanno un tour d'addio in giro per il paese e vengono documentato dal vivo a Durban, con una registrazione che si è poi tradotta in un album pubblicato dalla Ogun, The Blue Notes Legacy, Live in South Afrika 1964. Rispetto ai brani registrati al principio del '64, in questi brani dal vivo si nota ancora di più la proiezione in avanti dei Blue Notes: Louis Moholo, che in studio sta sul piatto con uno swing piuttosto controllato, è invece molto più esuberante e pirotecnico. Nel luglio '64 i Blue Notes si esibiscono con vivo successo ad Antibes. Alla fine dell'estate si spostano in Svizzera, e suonano otto mesi al club Africana di Zurigo - dove Dollar Brand ha lavorato dopo il suo arrivo in Europa - e al Blue Note di Ginevra. Li aiuta il credito guadagnato negli anni precedenti da Dollar Brand. Ma i Blue Notes non hanno gli appoggi di cui hanno goduto i musicisti della diaspora sudafricana negli Stati Uniti, la Makeba, Masekela, Dollar Brand. Nick Moyake, il più anziano del gruppo, non regge l'esilio, e da Zurigo torna in Sudafrica, dove muore di un tumore al cervello nel '69: è l'inizio dell'aspetto tragico dell'epopea dei Blue Notes. Gli altri vanno a Londra: hanno fra i ventotto e i diciannove anni. Sono lontani da casa, dalle famiglie, dagli amici, in un paese completamente diverso dal loro, e faticano a trovare ingaggi. A causa della mancanza di lavoro il grupo di divide. Dyani e Moholo vengono ingaggiati dal sassofonista americano Steve Lacy, che con il trombettista Enrico Rava sta partendo per una tournée in America latina. Dyani e Moholo si trovano proiettati in una musica completamente libera, nella quale peraltro si muovono completamente a loro agio, come mostra l'album di Lacy The Forest and the Zoo, registrato dal vivo nel '66, un capolavoro della free music degli anni sessanta.