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Monologo de la Luna and NÍjar by Paolo Angeli, live for the SF Jazz Center

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Wait hold up if G.U.N was created as an after effect of Sonics and Dr. Robotniks fight in San Francisco, what does that mean for Shadow?

Wasn’t G.U.N the organisation that hunted him down and was the cause of Maria’s death? Unless I’m remembering it wrong, which I might be tbh. Does that mean there was another unit monitoring Gerald and deemed him too deadly or was it still G.U.N that just reformed on a larger scale after the SF fight.

I can see higher ups being aware of Project Shadow but how much do they really know?

Aaahhh the SCU actually looking at consequences of the previous films is refreshing and interesting to consider, it’s actually a really intriguing part and hopefully it’ll be done well!

Hey Hon!❤️✨

You’re correct in G.U.N.’s origins in the game! Don’t worry, I promise. I know that the Adventure games and Shadow’s game are a bit hard to come by, but you’ve got the general idea correct. (This is the post in reference if anyone is curious).

We must remember that these movies are going to be a bit different from the games. The movies use the backbones and “meat” of the games in order to tell their versions of the story. Some of it will require knowledge of the games while others may try and spin a concept in a different light.

We know what Guardian Units of Nations is because we’re diehard fans. Beginner and casual fans might not know. And that’s okay! We know that they’re a nation’s defense force; a military organization established to respond to major criminal cases and domestic conflicts (SA2’s Hero/Dark game guide). That’s kinda like saying they’re the equivalent of modern day military, right? The movie’s explanation for G.U.N. might be that they’re a military branch that responds to conflict both domestic and international. It would make sense. General Walters works at the Pentagon, wears various combat badges, share his unit ranking, and all that jazz. So, yeah! It’s quite possible for G.U.N. to be a newly established task force, but have recruiters transfer to a new branch. They probably are relatively new.

As for knowing who Shadow is, it’s quite possible that he could be an X-File of sorts in this scenario. In all honesty, it really wouldn’t surprise me if he was classified as something like that. We know that Shadow’s both a weapon and a cure. It’s very possible for higher-ups to know his existence, have it filed/redacted somewhere in archives, and having high-ranking officials know about him. As of right now, we don’t know what Shadow’s fate will be. It’s really up to him to determine that.

Honestly, anything is fair game at this point! I’m excited to see what’s brought to the table for this one.😁

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Music I like from my vinyl record collection -

David Warren Brubeck (December 6, 1920, Concord, California – December 5, 2012, Norwalk, Connecticut), known as Dave Brubeck, was an American jazz pianist. He wrote a number of jazz standards, such as In Your Own Sweet Way or The Duke. Brubeck's style ranges from sleek, classy compositions to grandiose masterpieces.

While creating, he took advantage of his mother's teaching and his brilliant ability to improvise. He experimented with unusual time signatures in a number of his compositions. Together with Paul Desmond, Joe Morello and Eugene Wright, they formed The Dave Brubeck Quartet, popular in their time.

His long-time collaborator, alto saxophonist Paul Desmond, wrote the Brubeck Quartet's best-known piece, Take Five, which is in 5/4 time. Experiments with the timing of songs accompanied a significant part of Brubeck's musical career, such as Pick Up Sticks, Unsquare Dance, and Blue Rondo à la Turk.]

Brubeck's mother studied piano in England, planned a career as a concert pianist, and made extra money by teaching piano. But Brubeck did not particularly enjoy the constant playback of scores, rather he tried to compose his own melodies. He started studying piano at university, but after one of the professors discovered that he couldn't even play the notes properly, he wanted to expel him. Fortunately, other professors stood up for him. They claimed that his ability to manage counterpoint and harmony was above average. But the school was still worried that Brubeck might cause a scandal and let him graduate only on the condition that he never teach piano.

In 1942, he successfully completed his studies at the university and immediately afterwards enlisted in the army. It was the war years, so he served in the army for 4 years (he even took part in the Battle of the Bulge). After returning, he continued his studies, this time in California. After completing his studies, he signed with the California record company Fantasy Records. He founded his own octet, but also played in a trio at the same time. Later, alto saxophonist Paul Desmond joined the trio. They started experimenting, recorded a few records, but still had few opportunities to play. Brubeck was quite disgusted by this, so he returned to the trio again. Again without Desmond, who secured appearances with a different line-up. So Brubeck spent several years just playing jazz standards over and over.

The Dave Brubeck Quartet After a short hiatus caused by Brubeck's back injury while swimming, The Dave Brubeck Quartet is formed in 1951. Paul Desmond played the saxophone in it again. The quartet got a long-term engagement in a club in San Francisco, but it became more widely known through its regular concerts in student dormitories. Three albums emerged from these concerts: Jazz at Oberlin, Jazz Goes to College, and Jazz Goes to Junior College. In 1954, Brubeck's photo appeared on the cover of the prestigious American magazine Time - he was only the second jazz musician to be on the cover of this magazine (the first was Louis Armstrong).

The Dave Brubeck Quartet in 1967. Left to right: Joe Morello, Eugene Wright, Brubeck and Paul Desmond. In the mid-1950s, original quartet members Bob Bates and Joe Dodge were replaced by Eugene Wright and Joe Morello. Because Wright was African-American, Brubeck had to cancel a lot of concerts in the late 1950s. Club owners were willing to organize a concert, but they set the condition that the quartet must have a white double bassist. Brubeck also canceled a television appearance after learning that the camera was intentionally not focusing on Wright.

In 1959, the quartet releases the album Time Out. Although the music publishing house was enthusiastic about it, it delayed its release a little. The album is special in that almost none of the songs on it are in regular time signature. The album includes the compositions Take Five, Blue Rondo à la Turk or Pick Up Sticks, which are already considered jazz standards today. Despite experimenting with unusual time signatures, the album sold very well and soon went platinum.

During this time, Brubeck and his wife wrote the musical The Real Ambassadors, which depicts their experiences touring the United States. The soundtrack to this musical was recorded in 1961. It featured Louis Armstrong, Lambert, Hendricks & Ross and Carmen McRae. The musical itself premiered a year later.

The quartet followed up the success of Time Out with similar albums: Time Further Out: Mirror Reflections, Countdown: Time in Outer Space, Time Changes and Time In. All these albums are also known for the fact that the covers were created by modern painters of the time - Joan Miró, Sam Francis or Franz Kline. This was also the time for the live album At Carnegie Hall, which critic Richard Palmer called "undoubtedly Brubeck's best concert".

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Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Day No. 3, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, Oct. 1, 2023

Not only are they fascinating to watch, hummingbirds have fantastic taste in music.

How else to explain the little avian hovering about Sierra Hull’s soundcheck and late-morning set at the Banjo stage on Day Three of Hardly Strictly Bluegrass?

Little birdie picked a good place to flutter around as Hull and her band played an energetic bluegrass-with-drums set, which Mr. and Mrs. Sound Bites took in in full after catching a few songs of Jon Langford & the Bright Shiners’ Scottish protest music at the Rooster.

Peeling off to catch parts of sets would be the theme for a first day of October stacked with outstanding performers who put the Hardly Strictly in the formerly Bluegrass-only fest inside San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park.

But first, a full set by Eilen Jewell - playing a guitar borrowed from Chuck Prophet - on Rooster, which found the singer and her band playing tracks from Gypsy and Get Behind the Wheel and simply slaying with a note-perfect rendition of Creedence Clearwater Revival’s “Green River.” Guitarist Jerry Miller is nearly as important as Jewell to the band’s success, adding twangy, country-rock spice to Jewell’s songs of love and adventure.

Then, back to the Banjo stage where musical chameleon Gabby Moreno served up slices of cumbia and American rock ‘n’ roll back-to-back and sung them in Spanish and English.

After a quick visit to Prophet and the Mission Express on Rooster, the Sound Biteses floated over to Swan for Valerie June. Wearing a loud orange outfit and backed with pedal steel, organ and rhythm section, June spun an impossible-to-categorize web of funk, soul and Americana while playing banjo and acoustic guitar and meting out songs such as “Call Me a Fool.”

Peeling off once again, the Sound Biteses were back at Banjo in time for the Travelin’ McCourys, with Punch Brothers/Might Poplar (whom we missed in favor of Emmylou Harris) banjo man Noam Pikelny filling in for Rob McCoury, and a blistering set of pure bluegrass that included “The Shaker” and “Scarlet Begonias,” with a triple-time back end, filling the park the Grateful Dead played so many times.

“Seems appropriate,” Ronnie McCoury said as your diarists peeled off yet again to the tiny Horseshoe Hill stage, for a packed 100th-anniversary tribute to Doc Watson by Mitch Greenhill, playing one of Watson’s guitars, Nora Brown and Stephanie Coleman with guest slots from Andrew Marlin, June and Langford.

“Summertime,” June’s rendition of “Handsome Molly,” Langford getting the lyrics to “Tom Dooley” from a piece of paper and “Southbound” were all on offer. And it all ended with the glorious experience of a couple hundred people singing “Keep on the Sunny Side” under the foggy skies and tall trees of Golden Gate Park.

After this life-affirming interlude, the Jerry Douglas Band was pushing blues-rock and jazz flecked with bluegrass on the Swan stage. Another peel and back to the Banjo where Rufus Wainwright played solo-acoustic and his singular voice wafted across the large expanse to the Arrow stage where Tommy Emmanuel dealt the festival’s penultimate set to a relatively small, but appreciative, hard-listening audience.

Gasps filled the air as Emmanuel played inhuman runs on his acoustic guitar on such songs as “Sixteen Tons,” “Deep River Blues” and “Blue Moon.” He introduced a phantom band as he played a bassline, then percussion and rhythm before adding lead and left the audience agog as he played them simultaneously. He wrapped up his portion with the instrumentals “Imagine” and “Beatles Medley” as Harris began her closing set back where the day began on Banjo.

With a four-piece band of multi-instrumentalists behind her, Harris concluded HSB in grand style. “Miss the Mississippi and You,” “Pancho and Lefty,” “Hickory Wind,” “Evangeline” and “The Boxer” all filled the cool, early-evening air and added a extra layer of wistfulness to the end of Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2023.

Read Sound Bites’ Day One review here

Read Sound Bites’ Day Two review here

10/2/23

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TONY BENNETT (1926-Died July 21st 2023,at 96.Alzheimer's disease). American singer. Bennett amassed many accolades throughout his career, including 20 Grammy Awards, a Lifetime Achievement Award, and two Primetime Emmy Awards. He was named an NEA Jazz Master and a Kennedy Center Honoree, and was the founder of the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts in Astoria, Queens, New York. Bennett sold more than 50 million records worldwide.

Bennett began singing at an early age. He fought in the final stages of World War II as a U.S. Army infantryman in the European Theater. Afterward, he developed his singing technique, signed with Columbia Records and had his first number-one popular song with "Because of You" in 1951. Several popular tracks such as "Rags to Riches" followed in early 1953. He then refined his approach to encompass jazz singing. He reached an artistic peak in the late 1950s with albums such as The Beat of My Heart and Basie Swings, Bennett Sings. In 1962, Bennett recorded his signature song, "I Left My Heart in San Francisco". His career and personal life experienced an extended downturn during the height of the rock music era. Bennett staged a comeback in the late 1980s and 1990s, putting out gold record albums again and expanding his reach to the MTV generation while keeping his musical style intact. Throughout his lifetime, he sang several duets and organized concerts with many acclaimed American and foreign singers, including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Italian singer Connie Francis, Merited Artist of Soviet Russia Elena Zagorskaya, and others. Tony Bennett - Wikipedia

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Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids - Afro Futuristic Dreams

Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids are back with their first major new studio album in over 3 years, an epic, sprawling new work exploring the future, the past and the urgent reality of the present, ‘Afro Futuristic Dreams’. Recorded between San Francisco and London and brought together by the genius of Malcolm Catto at his analogue Quatermass Studio, the new recording represents another bold step in Ackamoor’s ever-evolving journey in jazz, adding full, intricate scores including string sections and choral elements to the Pyramids’ trademark spiritual Afro-jazz sound. Driven by the core Pyramids members Ackamoor (sax, keytar, organ), Margaux Simmons (flute), Sandra Poindexter (violin) and Bobby Cobb (guitar), tracks range from hard-hitting commentaries about police brutality (‘Police Dem’) to celebrations of the ancestors and departed loved ones (‘Requiem For The Ancestors’, ‘Re-Memory’) and hazy cosmic journeys, including the album’s title track and the sparkling, experimental closer, ‘Nice It Up’. The recording is the Pyramids’ first new release since the acclaimed ‘Shaman!’ in 2020 and rides a wave of interest in the band around their 50th Anniversary this year. Alongside a box set reissue on Strut bringing together their rare early ‘70s albums for the first time, the band have headlined Le Guess Who festival in Utrecht with an accompanying exhibition of their history and have played major concerts at Presidio Theatre in L.A. and Zebulon in San Francisco. They will be playing a full European tour in Autumn 2023. “This album has been many years in the making,” explains Ackamoor. “Back in late 2020, I set out to compose the first in a series of scores to take The Pyramids sound into brave new territory. All of the tracks involve issues that the core band is passionate about and the recording was a complex process involving many musicians and vocalists across two different time zones.” 

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i love bandcamp fridays but they certainly distract from getting my radio show together! tune into wlur from 8pm-midnight to see what i end up playing!

we finished up our first theme of the year last week- all year long we've been starting the shows off with songs about 'work'. we heard songs from east river pipe, pernice brothers, the happy thoughts, the flaming lips, mammoth penguins, superchunk, dolly parton, elvis costello, the bangles, the replacements, ramones, the reds pinks & purples, devo, the clash, drive-by truckers, and harry belafonte.

no love for ned on wlur – april 28th, 2023 from 8-10pm

artist // track // album // label harry belafonte // day-o (the banana boat song) // very best of harry belafonte // rca frankie cosmos // fragments // clean weird prone (inner world peace deluxe) // sub pop the hidden cameras // breathe on it // the smell of our own (deluxe edition) // rough trade rob munk // the ghosts of san francisco // phased out // magic door brontez purnell // jaboukie // jaboukie 7" // sub pop display homes // at capacity // what if you're right and they're wrong? // esrte theke tontraeger sir bobby jukebox // don't say goodbye // in the organ loft at midnight // (self-released) cathedrale // an alibi // words / silence // howlin' banana rotary club // american tower // american tower 7" // iron lung the replacements // hangin' downtown (alternate version) // sorry ma, forgot to take out the trash (deluxe edition) // rhino oswald five-o // all night takeout // serenade // grinning idiot water machine // hot real estate // demo cassette // gold mold packs // smallest one // crispy crunchy nothing // fire talk elizaband // talking in tongues // lonesome celestial // (self-released) mope city // mirror puddle // wind locked me out cassingle // (self-released) bardo pond // destroying angel // peel sessions // fire body/head // tripping // come on 2x7" // three lobed jon collin and niklas anderstedt lindgren // 27:19 // dark country // akti elijah mclaughlin ensemble featuring katinka kleijn // parallax // iii // astral spirits fire! orchestra featuring joe mcphee // echoes: i see your eye, part 2 // echoes // rune grammofon benji b, raven bush, theon cross, nubya garcia, tom herbert, shabaka hutchings, nikolaj torp larsen, dave okumu, nick ramm, dan see, tom skinner and martin terefe // it’s one of these // london brew // concord jazz flora purim // light as a feather // butterfly dreams // milestone david ornette cherry // so and so and so and so // organic nation listening club (the continual) // spiritmuse dinner party featuring hi-tek // watts renaissance // enigmatic society // empire linqua franqa featuring ears // the whole bank // the whole bank digital single // ernest jenning cold beat // paper // mother // crime on the moon marlody // these doubts // i'm not sure at all // skep wax snowy // where am i? // lipreader cassette // (self-released) the ekphrastics // fogtown // special delivery // harriet wild carnation // dodger blue // tricycle (expanded edition) // delmore some velvet sidewalk // 20,000 leagues // appetite for extinction // communion

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the world lost a GREAT ONE- a True Legend

Anthony Dominick Benedetto (August 3, 1926 – July 21, 2023), known professionally as Tony Bennett, was an American singer. Bennett amassed many accolades, including 20 Grammy Awards, a Lifetime Achievement Award, and two Primetime Emmy Awards. He was named an NEA Jazz Master and a Kennedy Center Honoree and founded the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts in Astoria, Queens, New York.[1] He sold more than 50 million records worldwide and earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Bennett began singing at an early age. He fought in the final stages of World War II as a U.S. Army infantryman in the European Theater. Afterward, he developed his singing technique, signed with Columbia Records and had his first number-one popular song with "Because of You" in 1951. Several popular tracks such as "Rags to Riches" followed in early 1953. He then refined his approach to encompass jazz singing. He reached an artistic peak in the late 1950s with albums such as The Beat of My Heart and Basie Swings, Bennett Sings. In 1962, Bennett recorded his signature song, "I Left My Heart in San Francisco". His career and personal life experienced an extended downturn during the height of the rock music era. Bennett staged a comeback in the late 1980s and 1990s, putting out gold record albums again and expanding his reach to the MTV generation while keeping his musical style intact. Throughout his lifetime, he sang several duets and organized concerts with many acclaimed American and foreign singers, including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Connie Francis, Vicente Fernández, Elena Zagorskaya, and Amy Winehouse.[2][3][4]

Bennett continued to create popular and critically praised work into the 21st century. He attracted renewed acclaim late in his career for his collaboration with Lady Gaga, which began with the album Cheek to Cheek (2014); the two performers toured together to promote the album throughout 2014 and 2015. With the release of the duo's second album, Love for Sale (2021), Bennett broke the individual record for the longest run of a top-10 album on the Billboard 200 chart for any living artist; his first top-10 record was I Left My Heart in San Francisco in 1962. Bennett also broke the Guinness World Record for the oldest person to release an album of new material, at the age of 95 years and 60 days.

In February 2021, Bennett revealed that he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2016.[5] Due to the slow progression of his illness, he continued to record, tour, and perform until his retirement from concerts due to physical challenges, which was announced after his final performances on August 3 and 5, 2021, at Radio City Music Hall.

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Arrivals & Departures 03 August 1926 – 21 July 2023 Anthony Dominick Benedetto - Tony Bennett

Anthony Dominick Benedetto , known professionally as Tony Bennett, was an American singer. Bennett amassed many accolades throughout his career, including 20 Grammy Awards, a Lifetime Achievement Award, and two Primetime Emmy Awards. He was named an NEA Jazz Master and a Kennedy Center Honoree, and was the founder of the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts in Astoria, Queens, New York. Bennett sold more than 50 million records worldwide.

Bennett began singing at an early age. He fought in the final stages of World War II as a U.S. Army infantryman in the European Theater. Afterward, he developed his singing technique, signed with Columbia Records and had his first number-one popular song with "Because of You" in 1951. Several popular tracks such as "Rags to Riches" followed in early 1953. He then refined his approach to encompass jazz singing. He reached an artistic peak in the late 1950s with albums such as The Beat of My Heart and Basie Swings, Bennett Sings. In 1962, Bennett recorded his signature song, "I Left My Heart in San Francisco". His career and personal life experienced an extended downturn during the height of the rock music era. Bennett staged a comeback in the late 1980s and 1990s, putting out gold record albums again and expanding his reach to the MTV generation while keeping his musical style intact. Throughout his lifetime, he sang several duets and organized concerts with many acclaimed American and foreign singers, including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Italian singer Connie Francis, Mexican singer Vicente Fernández, Merited Artist of Soviet Russia Elena Zagorskaya, and others.

Bennett continued to create popular and critically praised work into the 21st century. He attracted renewed acclaim late in his career for his collaboration with Lady Gaga, which began with the album Cheek to Cheek (2014); the two performers toured together to promote the album throughout 2014 and 2015. With the release of the duo's second album, Love for Sale (2021), Bennett broke the individual record for the longest run of a top-10 album on the Billboard 200 chart for any living artist; his first top-10 record was I Left My Heart in San Francisco in 1962. Bennett also broke the Guinness World Record for the oldest person to release an album of new material, at the age of 95 years and 60 days.

In February 2021, it was revealed that Bennett was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2016. Due to the slow progression of his illness, he continued to record, tour, and perform until his retirement from concerts due to physical challenges, which was announced after his final performances on August 3 and 5, 2021, at Radio City Music Hall.

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Maiden Voyage (Live At The Cliché' Lounge, Newark, NJ/1970) · Grant Green

Guitar: Grant Green

Tenor  Saxophone: Claude Bartee

Vibraphone: William Bivens

Organ: Ronnie Foster

Drums: Idris Muhammad

Conga: Joseph Armstrong

Herbie Hancock, Ravi Coltrane, Zakir Hussain: "Maiden Voyage" | International Jazz Day 2022

UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Herbie Hancock Performs his iconic composition "Maiden Voyage" with Brian Blade (drums), Randy Brecker (trumpet), Ravi Coltrane (tenor saxophone), James Genus (bass) and Zakir Hussain (tabla) as part of the International Jazz Day 2022 All-Star Global Concert on April 30, 2022.

Other Versions, short list

Diane Reeves (vocal) Geri Allen - Shades of Blue album  (lyrics by Herbie's sister jean)

Herbie Hancock V.S.O.P  Live (with Freddie Hubbard, Wayne Shorter, Tony Williams, Ron Carter)

San Francisco Jazz Collective  Poland 2006 (Josh Redman, Bobby Hutcherson (solo) , Nicholas Payton)

Joey Alexander with Chris Potter on soprano sax (live video on youtube)

Herbie Hancock Mt. Fuji jazz fest - August, 1986 with Freddie Hubbard & Joe Henderson

Herbie Hancock  Live @ BET on Jazz, 2001 (23 minutes with great Eddie Henderson flugelhorn solo)

Robert Glasper, 2004 album Mood. Again on his 2007 album In My Element,  as a medley with Radiohead's "Everything in Its Right Place".

Blood, Sweat, and Tears, on their 1972 album New Blood (Benson-like guitar solo with scat singing)

Bobby Hutcherson, on his album Happenings (quartet with Herbie Hancock) Herbie Hancock/Chick Corea duet Ramsey Lewis, on his album Maiden Voyage

Grant Green, on the album Alive!

Doc Severinsen facets (funk verison with Ernie Watts and Lee Ritenour,) 1988 Brian Auger 1970 album Befour (organ solo)

Toto, on their 2002 album Through the Looking Glass. This recording included elements of Hancock's 1974 song "Butterfly".

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Korla Pandit (September 16, 1921 - October 2, 1998) the first African American to have his television show, was a composer, organist, and pianist who starred in TV’s first all-music series. He was known as the godfather of “Exotica.” To garner the kind of success that would have been inaccessible had he simply played himself, in 1939, he became Juan Rolando, a man of Mexican heritage. In 1948, he became Korla Pandit, a Brahmin Indian.

He was one of seven children born John Roland Redd in St. Louis to Doshia O’Nina Johnson Redd and Rev. Ernest S. Redd, Sr., a Baptist minister. The Redd family lived in Columbia, Missouri. He got his first job in radio with Central Broadcasting Company in Des Moines, Iowa.

He moved to Los Angeles, where his sister Frances Redd lived. She starred in the 1939 all-Black cast film Midnight Shadow, where an outfit worn by “Prince Alihabad,” played by actor John Criner, inspired John Roland to wear his trademark turban-and-oval-jewel ensemble. In the 1940s, billing himself as “Juan Rolando – The One-Man Combo,” he played in small nightclubs and cabarets in the Los Angeles area. He aired on radio station KMPC and on Jubilee, an Armed Forces Radio Service show that specialized in playing Black jazz and swing band music aimed at African American military personnel overseas during WWII.

He married Beryl DeBeeson (1944), a Disney animator. They had two sons. He became Korla Pandit on June 28, 1948, on a radio show called Chandu the Magician. In February 1949, Korla Pandit’s Adventures In Music debuted on the television station KTLA in Los Angeles, where he played the organ and piano.

By 1951 he had a national audience, producing some of the world’s first music videos known as “telescriptions.” Contractual problems followed, which resulted in him being replaced with the up-and-coming pianist Liberace in 1953. He did a hugely popular show with KGO in San Francisco

He continued to record and perform for fans and play the organ at silent movie revival houses. He made a few movie appearances, the most prominent of which was in Ed Wood. He last performed in Los Angeles in February 1997. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence

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Part 2 - Go West: African American Lives and Westward Migration Performance from San Francisco Arts Commission on Vimeo.

Monday, August 12, 2024 | 8:00 p.m. Southeast Community Center, Alex Pitcher Pavilion and Amphitheater, 1550 Evans Ave, San Francisco

Join artist Trina Michelle Robinson for an artist talk (pt 1) followed by a special performance (pt 2) featuring her new video work Go West!

Projected onto the exterior of the Southeast Community Center’s amphitheater and accompanied by musician Christopher Lowell Clarke and dancer Audrey Johnson, Go West looks at the migration of Black people to California from not only the South, but also the East coast and Midwest. Using the large-scale projection as a metaphor for taking up space, this piece celebrates the drive felt by so many to travel far from home in search of new opportunities, adventure, and also to simply rest.

A conversation between Robinson and author, curator, and educator Jacqueline Francis will take place inside the Alex Pitcher Pavilion prior to the performance. Refreshments provided.

This program is organized in conjunction with Praxis of Local Knowledge, a group exhibition featuring four artists, including Robinson, creating work that explores their ancestral stories and grappling with these memories today. The exhibition is on view through Saturday, August 17, 2024 at the San Francisco Arts Commission Main Gallery.

Artist Bios Trina Michelle Robinson is a San Francisco based visual artist. Her work has been shown at the BlackStar Film Festival in Philadelphia, the San Francisco Art Commission Main Gallery, Catharine Clark Gallery, Minnesota Street Project, and New York’s Wassaic Project and is currently included in the prestigious triennial Bay Area Now 9 at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. She had a solo exhibition at the Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD), a Smithsonian Affiliate, as part of their Emerging Artist Program 2022-23. Robinson is a 2024 SFMOMA SECA Award finalist and her print series Ghost Prints of Loss is included in the book Is Now the Time for Joyous Rage? published in 2023 by CCA Wattis Institute for Contemporary Arts and Sternberg Press. She previously worked in print and digital media in production at companies such as The New York Times T Magazine, Vanity Fair and Slack before receiving her M.F.A. from California College of the Arts in 2022.

As a storyteller, she traveled the country telling the story of exploring her ancestry with The Moth Mainstage at Lincoln Center in New York, in addition to touring with them on stages in San Francisco, Portland, OR, Omaha, NE and Westport, CT. Her first story aired on NPR’s The Moth Radio Hour in 2019 and her second in earlier this year. trinamrobinson.com

Christopher Lowell Clarke is a trumpeter, composer, arranger, and bandleader. Christopher's professional performance experience includes playing with the East Coast Jazz Festival Fish Middleton Rising Star Band in Baltimore, Carnival Cruise Lines Main Orchestra and Jazz Chair, the Johnny Nocturne Band at the Umbria Jazz Festival in Orvieto, Italy, his own quintet at the Fillmore Jazz Festival in San Francisco, and the Contemporary Music Orchestra at the Monterey Jazz Festival. He has also performed with Eddie Marshall and Holy Mischief, the Marcus Shelby Big Band, the Howard Wiley Quintet, and the Electric Squeezebox Orchestra. Christopher currently serves as a teaching artist for SF Jazz/Oakland Public Conservatory After School Jazz Program, Oakland Public Conservatory, SF Jazz’s Jazz In Session Program, Oaktown Jazz Workshop, and the Lafayette Summer Jazz Camp. Christopher has released several albums, including The Swooper (Lifeforce Records 1018) and multiple albums with bassist Dewayne Oakley on Naki-Do Records. christopherlowellclarke.com

Audrey Johnson is a queer, Black, mixed-race dance artist and plant worker with roots from Detroit, Michigan/Anishinaabe land, currently based in Oakland, CA/Ohlone land. Audrey’s performance, choreographic, and teaching work experiments with improvisation and embodied time travel, in refusal of colonized time and space. She has shown performance work in the San Francisco Bay Area and Detroit, and has performed in the companies of artists Gerald Casel, Jennifer Harge, Biba Bell, Detour Dance, Stephanie Hewett, among others. As an educator, she has taught dance as embodied practice at community spaces, dance centers, and youth programs, and is a current faculty member with the LINES BFA Program through Dominican University. She holds a BFA in Dance from Wayne State University and was a co-founder of Collective Sweat Detroit. audreyjohnson.space

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Press Release

HEAD: INTRODUCING DR. LAUREL FISHBEAR

BODY COPY: A lifelong, registered independent voter, Laurel Fishbear is the CEO of Civil Society, a philanthropic organization that concentrates its efforts on climate action, income equality, reproductive rights, Native American rights, LGBTQIA rights, and libraries in the educational and municipal spheres.

Before she was a CEO, Dr. Fishbear was a musician. A classically trained flutist and singer, Dr. Fishbear's first paid gig was as a musician. She freelanced, as her school schedule allowed, throughout her teens and twenties, playing Broadway musicals, pop, country rock, Latin jazz, and music from the Great American Songbook.

She supplemented her earnings in various client service jobs for a decade before she landed her dream job as a copywriter for a major book publisher in 1987. For the next thirty-seven years, Dr. Fishbear worked as a copywriter and a marketing and branding specialist, authoring award-winning web content, print ads, press kits, fundraising materials, political action alerts, news articles, white papers, trade magazine pieces, and direct response packages.

Through it all, Dr. Fishbear found the time to get married, and study for the college degrees she eventually earned: a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from Harvard University, in conjunction with Baylor University's Child Trauma Academy, and a Masters of Divinity in Biblical Ethics from Fordham University.

She had grown up in a working class family, and had joined the middle class as a woman with a career. But, in 2017, Dr. Fishbear's life changed dramatically when a benefactor she had never met willed her their considerable fortune.

Immediately, she set out to make ethical investments, and to make meaningful improvements on the issues that concerned her most. And so, Civil Society was born.

Today, Civil Society's holdings include C and H Sugar, Bethlehem Steel, Houston Chronicle, San Francisco Chronicle, St. Martin's Press, Chronicle Books, Hillshire Farms, Waiohai Hotel, Baboy Club, and Villa del Sol.

The organization is working on ocean cleanup; eliminating slime pits like the one in Bhopal, India, left by the Union Carbide disaster; building the shade bank from coast to coast, restoring American farmland to American farmers; ensuring income equality by paying its workers a wage above and beyond a living wage, commensurate with their experience and expertise; upgrading security at Planned Parenthood facilities across the nation; standing with municipal and school libraries in censorship fights, and with the families disenfranchised by those campaigns to restore their parental and First Amendment rights.

Dr. Fishbear is especially involved in one division of Civil Society. She is the Program Director and occasional announcer for Wash Day Radio Network, which produces and broadcasts The Vote, Febrile Ohms, and The Free South.

In her personal life, Dr. Fishbear co-parents a sizable family of kids with seven other co-parents -- a group she affectionately calls, "an asexual polycule". She goes on to describe the family this way: "We eat together. We vacation together. Our kids study and attend school together. We read together, pray together, watch movies together, sing together, do chores together. Most of my co-parents work with me at Civil Society.

"Would you believe I'm an introvert?" she laughs.

Her alone time doesn't last, she adds. "I'm a voracious reader, and always have been. But, these days, all my book recommendations come from my family and friends. They'll ask, 'How was it', and suddenly, I'm standing up in class giving book reports again."

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Song Review: Jerry Garcia Band - “The Way You Do the Things You Do” (Live, Feb. 28, 1991)

Unreleased for 33 years, the Jerry Garcia Band’s Feb. 28, 1991, performance of “The Way You Do the Things You Do” is finally out.

And it’s a doozy.

Every Dead Head has heard JGB do “The Way You Do the Things You Do.” But few Dead Heads have heard JGB do “The Way You Do the Things You Do” quite like this. Ten minutes of tie-dyed gold.

The Garcia Estate released the number, recorded in San Francisco, Aug. 1 to mark the 82nd anniversary of Garcia’s birth.

Often played and often similar, this “Do” is different with Melvin Seals experimenting with piano sounds alongside his more-familiar church organ. It seems a small difference, but the difference is huge. Seals plays low notes that send the song in a new direction as Garcia spirals out into his lengthy guitar solo and the Band takes on the swing of a jazz combo in a house of worship.

The piano is so dominant, it sounds as if a guest player was on stage. But a quick search of the Googles says there was not.

There was no mention of a larger release with this surprise birthday gift. But if a full recording of the show exists, and if this opener is any indication of what transpired on that evening, then this gig seems a no-brainer for the GarciaLive series.

Grade card: Jerry Garcia Band - “The Way You Do the Things You Do” (Live - 2/28/91) - A+

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Discover the Secret Treasures of San Francisco, California

Introduction

San Francisco, California, often hailed as the cultural and technological hub of the West Coast, is a city teeming with history, diversity, and innovation. While many travelers flock to its iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island, there exists a world of hidden gems waiting to be discovered by the adventurous and curious.

History and Culture

San Francisco's rich history dates back to the Gold Rush era of the mid-19th century when it transformed from a small settlement to a bustling metropolis. Its cultural landscape is equally diverse, shaped by waves of immigrants from around the globe. From the vibrant Chinatown to the colorful Mission District, each neighborhood adds its own flavor to the city's tapestry.

Hidden Gems in San Francisco

Off-the-beaten-path neighborhoods

Exploring neighborhoods like the Castro, Hayes Valley, and the Outer Sunset reveals a side of San Francisco that often goes unnoticed by tourists. Quirky boutiques, hole-in-the-wall cafes, and street art adorn these streets, offering a glimpse into the city's creative underbelly.

Unique landmarks and attractions

While the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf are must-see attractions, lesser-known sites like the Sutro Baths ruins and the Wave Organ offer a more intimate and offbeat experience.

Lesser-known dining spots and eateries

From food trucks to hidden supper clubs, San Francisco's culinary scene is a treasure trove of flavors waiting to be explored. Dive into the city's diverse cuisine, from authentic dim sum in Richmond to gourmet food trucks in SoMa.

Artistic and creative hubs

The city's artistic spirit is alive and well in its numerous galleries, studios, and performance spaces. Attend a poetry slam in the Tenderloin or explore the vibrant street art scene in the Mission District for a taste of San Francisco's creative pulse.

Outdoor Adventures

Exploring natural landscapes

Escape the urban hustle and bustle by immersing yourself in the natural beauty of San Francisco. Hike through the Presidio, bike along the scenic coastal trails, or simply relax in one of the city's many parks.

Outdoor activities and recreational opportunities

From kayaking in the bay to surfing at Ocean Beach, San Francisco offers endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Join a guided tour or strike out on your own to discover hidden coves, secluded beaches, and stunning vistas.

Parks and gardens worth visiting

Golden Gate Park, with its lush gardens, tranquil lakes, and world-class museums, is a sanctuary in the heart of the city. Explore its hidden corners, from the Japanese Tea Garden to the botanical wonders of the Conservatory of Flowers.

Local Entertainment and Events

Live music venues and nightlife

San Francisco's music scene is legendary, with venues ranging from intimate jazz clubs to historic concert halls. Catch a live show at the Fillmore, dance the night away in the Mission, or discover underground bands in the city's dive bars.

Festivals and events throughout the year

From the iconic Pride Parade to the eclectic Outside Lands music festival, San Francisco hosts a wide range of events year-round. Check local listings for art fairs, street festivals, and cultural celebrations happening during your visit.

Cultural performances and shows

Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural scene of San Francisco with a visit to the theater or a dance performance. From Broadway productions to experimental avant-garde theater, there's something for every taste and interest.

Insider Tips for Exploring San Francisco

Transportation options and navigating the city

Take advantage of San Francisco's public transportation system, including buses, trams, and cable cars, to navigate the city like a local. Consider renting a bike or scooter for shorter trips, or simply explore on foot to soak in the sights and sounds of the city.

Budget-friendly ways to experience San Francisco

San Francisco can be an expensive city to visit, but there are plenty of ways to experience its charms on a budget. Look for free or discounted admission days at museums, pack a picnic for lunch in the park, and take advantage of happy hour specials at local bars and restaurants.

Safety tips and precautions for travelers

Like any major city, San Francisco has its share of tourist traps and safety concerns. Stay aware of your surroundings, especially in crowded areas, and keep your belongings secure to avoid pickpocketing and theft. Stick to well-lit and populated areas at night, and trust your instincts if something feels off.

Conclusion

San Francisco is a city of endless discovery, where every street corner holds the promise of adventure and intrigue. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, there's always something new to uncover in this vibrant and eclectic metropolis. So pack your bags, hit the streets, and prepare to be amazed by the secret treasures of San Francisco, California.

Unique FAQs:

Q: Are there any hidden beaches in San Francisco?

A: Yes, San Francisco is home to several hidden beaches, including Marshall's Beach and China Beach, which offer stunning views and secluded spots for relaxation.

Q: What's the best time of year to visit San Francisco?

A: While San Francisco enjoys mild weather year-round, the best time to visit is typically during the spring or fall when the crowds are thinner, and the weather is pleasantly mild.

Q: Are there any ghost tours in San Francisco?

A: Yes, San Francisco offers several ghost tours that explore the city's haunted history, including visits to haunted hotels, cemeteries, and historic sites.

Q: Can I visit Alcatraz Island?

A: Yes, Alcatraz Island is open to visitors and offers guided tours of the infamous former prison. Be sure to book your tickets in advance as tours often sell out quickly.

Q: What's the best way to get around San Francisco?

A: San Francisco has a comprehensive public transportation system, including buses, trams, and cable cars, which makes it easy to navigate the city without a car. Additionally, biking and walking are popular and eco-friendly options for exploring the city.

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Discover the USA: Customizable Tour Packages from India

Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey across the United States of America? Whether you're a history buff exploring the rich heritage of the East Coast or a nature enthusiast seeking the breathtaking landscapes of the West, the USA has something for every traveler. The good news is, you don't have to plan your American dream vacation alone. In this blog post, we'll delve into the world of customizable tour packages from India to the USA. These packages offer you the opportunity to experience the country's diverse culture, iconic landmarks, and natural wonders without the stress of planning every detail. So, let's explore the various options and the endless adventures that await you with USA tour package from India.

Unlocking the Magic of the USA

When it comes to exploring the United States, there is no shortage of awe-inspiring destinations and experiences to choose from. From the bustling streets of New York City to the serene landscapes of the Grand Canyon, each corner of this vast country offers a unique charm. With USA tour package from India, you can customize your journey to make the most of your time and budget. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic getaway, or a family eager to create lasting memories, these packages cater to your needs. So, where can you start your American adventure?

New York, New York: The City That Never Sleeps

If you've ever dreamed of strolling through Times Square, taking in the view from the Empire State Building, or watching a Broadway show, the USA tour package from India can make your dreams come true. New York City is a hub of cultural diversity, iconic landmarks, and endless entertainment. A well-organized package can take you to the city's top attractions, provide guided tours, and ensure you experience the vibrant energy of the Big Apple. Whether you want to shop on Fifth Avenue, visit world-class museums, or savor the city's diverse cuisine, a customizable tour package can make it all possible.

Exploring the Rich History of Washington, D.C.

For history enthusiasts, a tour of the USA isn't complete without a visit to the nation's capital. Washington, D.C., is steeped in history, with monuments and museums that chronicle the country's past and its path to the present day. A USA tour package from India can include guided tours of iconic sites such as the Lincoln Memorial, the Smithsonian museums, and the White House. You can also explore the city's vibrant neighborhoods, each offering a unique cultural experience. This is an ideal destination for those who want to delve deep into the history and politics of the United States.

California Dreaming: Exploring the West Coast

The West Coast of the USA is known for its stunning natural landscapes, vibrant cities, and a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere. From the sandy beaches of California to the rugged beauty of the Pacific Northwest, the options are diverse. With a USA tour package from India, you can explore the tech-savvy San Francisco, the entertainment capital of Los Angeles, and the beautiful landscapes of Yosemite National Park. You can even venture up to the lush forests of Oregon and Washington. A customizable package allows you to select the destinations that interest you the most, ensuring you have the perfect West Coast experience.

Savoring the Southern Flavors: New Orleans and Beyond

For those who appreciate rich culture, soulful music, and mouthwatering cuisine, the Southern United States is a treasure trove. Cities like New Orleans, Memphis, and Nashville offer a deep dive into the heart and soul of American music and culinary traditions. With a USA tour package from India, you can embark on a journey to these Southern gems. Sample delectable Creole dishes in New Orleans, listen to live jazz in the French Quarter, and explore the birthplace of rock 'n' roll in Memphis. These packages are designed to immerse you in the vibrant cultures and unique experiences that the South has to offer.

Gateway to the Great Outdoors: National Parks Galore

The USA boasts a wealth of breathtaking national parks, each with its own unique beauty and charm. From the towering red rocks of Arches National Park in Utah to the lush forests of Great Smoky Mountains National Park on the border of North Carolina and Tennessee, nature lovers are in for a treat. A USA tour package from India can be tailored to include visits to the national parks that align with your interests. Whether you want to hike through the Grand Canyon, witness geysers at Yellowstone, or simply soak in the natural beauty of the Great American Outdoors, these packages make it all possible.

Designing Your Perfect USA Tour Package from India

The beauty of customizable USA tour package from India lies in your ability to design a trip that caters to your unique interests and preferences. Whether you're an adventure seeker, a history lover, a foodie, or someone who simply wants to explore the diverse landscapes of the USA, you can create an itinerary that suits you. These packages offer a range of choices, including the number of days, types of accommodations, and activities, ensuring that your American adventure is precisely what you've envisioned.

Conclusion: Start Your USA Tour Adventure Today

The United States of America is a land of incredible diversity, offering something for every type of traveler. With USA tour package from India, you can turn your dream of exploring this vast and dynamic country into a reality. From iconic cities like New York and Washington, D.C., to the natural wonders of the West and the rich culture of the South, there's no shortage of adventures awaiting you. The keyword "usa tour package from india" unlocks a world of possibilities, so take the plunge and start planning your American adventure today. Your customized USA tour package is just a few clicks away, ready to take you on a journey you'll cherish for a lifetime.

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