Pieter Pastoor's blog

The first 30 minutes of the show we will talk with Julian Lage. Julian is currently performing at the Mondavi Center in Davis, CA.

 Following his Grammy-nominated 2009 debutSounding Point, virtuoso guitarist Julian Lage returns with the evocative and finely wrought Gladwell - the second effort by his offbeat, eclectic group with cellist Aristides Rivas, percussionist Tupac Mantilla, bassist Jorge Roeder and saxophonist Dan Blake.

For details check out Julians web site, www.julianlage.comhttp://www.julianlage.com

S H O E S - This Friday a show all about shoes. With all of the talk about the Popes red shoes we are spending an hour with songs about shoes. Our very special guest will be STEVE the owner of GENERATIONS FAMILY FOOTWEAR in Davis, CA. (I never knew that there are hundreds of songs about shoes)

A RARE treat this week. ALEX ROTH of the band WEST NILE RAMBLERS  will be my guest for the whole hour. This very talented individual will discuss his music, his band, the artists that have influenced him and of course - coffee.

The WEST NILE NILE RAMBLERS were brought together by a desire to play music as often as possible, This band brings years of experience and a depth of understanding to a smörgåsbord of music styles. Don't be surprised if you hear Jazz, Cajun, and Bluegrass tunes at a WNR show near you. Their fairly simple arrangements are made special by their very tight musicianship. Also, they have been known to bicycle to their gigs with all their gear. Gotta give them some credit for that.

The show will air Friday, March 1, 2013 at 4:00PM.

Listening Lyrics

This weeks Listening Lyrics will talk with Marque Cass of "Tha Dirt Feelin". A Davis based group that will be performing (Friday 2/15/13) at Beat Night at the John Natsoulas gallery.

To describe the band I will use Marque's own words ""Our music is, in my opinion, a very original and eclectic amalgamation of hip-hop, soul, and rock & roll. It is always upbeat, positive, and danceable. Our lyrical styles range from rapid-fire raps that may remind you of Bone Thugs ‘n Harmony or Three Six Mafia to soulful crooning that evokes Sam Cooke or Bill Withers."

I have heard Marque at the Dr. Andy poetry reading series and frankly Marque blew me away with his presentation and passion.

Soooo - to catch this very special event tune in on Friday at 4:00PM on 95.7FM or on line at www.kdrt.org

Tha Dirt Feelin (Marque is front row center)

Story telling through song is this weeks theme. We will discuss and play music that really is a musical short story. Listening Lyrics on Friday Feb. 8 2013 at 4:00PM

This weeks show will feature music that reflects on our spiritual side. My in studio guest will be Corey La Rue. Corey is a painter, poet, musician and oh so much more. The reason I have invited Corey is that much of his work reflects his spiritual walk. 
Friday at 4:00PM

FRIDAY 4:00PM

This weeks show will feature music that revolves around guns. Thought it might be fun to see what the musical culture has to say.

In addition we will have a call in guest from GUITARS NOT GUNS a non profit organization working with kids. "Using music as a catalyst we encourage children and teens to use their creativity to foster personal development and to help divert them from self-destructive influences such as drugs, alcohol and gang-related activities. By providing free guitars and lessons we hope to engage their creative potential and help them achieve their dreams."

Their web site is www.guitarsnotguns.org

Some songs are familiar, some not - but all are worth a listen.

Listening Lyrics has a new time slot.

Fridays at 4:00PM (PCT)

This week we will look at the tiny coffee bean in music. Lauren Lee will visit us in the studio and sing her wonderful and funny coffee song. It will be a fun show including a call in guest from Ohio to explain the virtues of coffee.

This week is a repeat since I am in LA. B U T if you missed the A&M anniversary show here is your opportunity.

Last Year, 50 years ago the first song sold on a new label was "Lonely Bull" by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass.
A&M records was founded by Herb Alpert and Jerry Moss. They created a record label with the artist in mind.
This hour will be spent exploring the talents A&M brought to us.