Wednesday MidDay Medley
Produced and Hosted by Mark Manning
90.1 FM KKFI – Kansas City Community Radio
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Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Bill Sundahl & The 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest + Grand Marquis
- “It’s Showtime Folks”
from: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack to All That Jazz / 1980
[WMM’s theme song]
- Shy Boys – “In Gloves”
from: Talk Loud / Polyvinyl Record Co. / September 25, 2020
[3rd album from Shy Boys. Shy Boys are brothers Collin Rausch & Kyle Rausch, Konnor Ervin, Kyle Little and Ross Brown. Collin & Kyle come from a family of musicians. Their cousin is Kasey Rausch, their father Kent Rausch is a jazz musician and was the music teacher and band director at their High School. Their mother was a choir director. Their father was from a family of 7 brothers (Greg, Terry, Brad), many who are musicians and recording artists, including their Grandfather Dean Rausch. Kyle Rausch and Konnor Ervin were band mates in The ACBs. Collin had been playing for years in the KC area including The Abracadabras, and The I’ms with Kyle. The three shared a love for 1960s era pop rock and soon started writing their own music. In 2014 they released the self-titled Shy Boys on High Dive Records. In June 2014, the band recorded and released two more singles and one of them, “Life Is Peachy,” was featured on Stereogum. Musician Kyle Little and Ross Brown (of Fullbloods) joined Shy Boys to make the band a 5-piece. On April 4th, 2018, it was announced that Shy Boys had signed to Polyvinyl Recording Co. an independent record label based in Champaign, Illinois and home to the band STRFKR, Xiu Xiu, The Get Up Kids, of Montreal, and others. Shy Boys released their Polyvinyl debut album, the autobiographical, Bell House, on August. 3, 2018. They immediately went out on an extended national tour. On February 15, 2019, Shy Boys released their singles, “Dim The Light” and “Brick By Brick” signaling new sounds from the band. Collin Rausch, Kyle Rausch and Ross Brown joined us live on WMM on November 11, 2020.]
[Shy Boys play the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, August 24, at 10:00pm at Lemonade Park 1628 Wyoming St., West Bottoms, w/ Windler, Salvation Choir, Flare Tha Rebel, Freedom Affair.]
Shy Boys / The ACBs / Ghosty / The I’ms / Fullbloods / Koney – Discography
The ACB’s / The ACB’s / July 10, 2007
[Debut from KC based 4-piece with Konnor Ervin on lead vocals, Bryan McGuire on bass, Matt Saladino on guitar, Corey Egan on drums & vocals. Written by, and arranged by Konnor Ervin. Produced by Tim Suttle. Recorded & mixed at Underdog Studio in Desoto, KS. Mastered at Euphonic Masters in Memphis, TN.]
The Abracadabras – Be Still, Be Cool / The Abracadabras / January 1, 2008
[5-piece KC band formed in the spring of 2007, with Jocelyn Olivia (John) Nixon on keyboards & vocals, Travis Mckenzie on lead guitar, Bobby (Wayne Hutcherson) Topaz on guitar & vocals, Collin Rausch on bass & vocals, and Kyle Rausch on drums & vocals.]
The ACBs – Stona Rosa / The ACBs / January 1, 2011
[After half of the band left to move to LA, Konnor Ervin and Bryan McGuire got help from: Andrew Connor of Ghosty, and Beau Bruns of Cowboy Indian Bear. All songs written by, and arranged, lead vocals & guitar by Konnor Ervin. Mike Nolte on bass, Bryan McGuire on bass & vocals, Andrew Connor on guitar & vocals, Beau Brus on drums. Kyle Rausch on vocals. Produced by Mike Nolte. Mastered by Roger Seibel Recorded at More Famouser Studios. Mixed at More Famouser Studios. Mastered at SAE Mastering.]
The I’ms – Second MIXES / Independent / 2011
[Collin Rausch and Kyle Rausch. Kyle Rausch also plays with The ACB’s. In 2011 on WMM we started playing songs from The I’ms, a duo made of up Collin and Kyle, who posted 6 of their self recorded songs on their facebook page. We included this informal release in our Top Ten of The 111 Best Recordings of 2011. 3 of the songs from The I’ms ended up being rerecorded for Shy Boys.]
Ghosty – GHOSTY / More Famouser Records – High Dive Records / April 17, 2012
[3rd full length release from Lawrence and KC area band. Ghosty is Andrew Connor, Mike Nolte an Bill Belzer who recorded their new album themselves over the last couple of years with help from David Wetzel, Josh Adams, Jake Blanton, Konnor Ervin, Ryan Connor, Kirsten Paludan, and Dan Talmadge. The new release was pressed on vinyl and available on LP and digital download. More info at ghostysounds.com.]
The ACBs – Little Leaves / High Dive Records / March 5, 2013.
[Konnor Ervin on lead vocals, & guitar; Bryan McGuire on bass, Andrew Connor on guitar; Kyle Rausch on drums. Their songs have been featured on MTV’s The Inbetweeners, and Daytrotter. The title “Little Leaves” is a nod to Konnor Ervin’s landscaping day job. The lead single, “Ocean” was released as a free download in late 2012, prompting Popmatters to declare the ACBs as one of its “Best Hopes to Break Out in 2013.”]
Shy Boys – Shy Boys / High Dive Records / January 17, 2014
[Debut release. Brothers Collin Rausch, Kyle Rausch, and friend and roommate Konnor Ervin, are members of this KC based trio. Collin and Kyle’s father was a High School band director and music teacher. Konnor Ervin is the lead singer and songwriter of The ACBs, where Kyle also plays drums. The 10 song release had two singles premiered by Stereogum. “Keeps Me On My Toes” was a song Collin wrote in 15 minutes while his girlfriend was in the shower. The album was recorded at West End Studio, over two-weekends.]
Shy Boys – “Life is Peachy” – Single Release / High Dive Records / July 15, 2014
[Stereogum has premiered the band’s new song, “Life Is Peachy”, the A-side to their new 45 rpm, 7″ single coming from High Dive Records. Brothers Collin Rausch, Kyle Rausch, and roommate Konnor Ervin, are members of the Kansas City based band, Shy Boys. ]
Fullbloods – Mild West / High Dive Records / February 26, 2016
[Second full length release from Fullbloods: Ross Brown; Jared Tomasino; David Seume; and Bill Pollock. Recorded at Westend Studios in Kansas City, Kansas by Mike Nolte. Mixed by Fullbloods. Mastered by Mike Nolte at Eureka Mastering. (Starfucker, Of Montreal).]
Shy Boys – Bell House / Polyvinyl Record Co. / August 3, 2018
[Shy Boys line-up consists of brothers Collin Rausch and Kyle Rausch, Konnor Ervin, Kyle Little and Ross Brown. The group formed shortly after the trio became roommates in 2012. Kyle Rausch and Konnor Ervin were already band mates in the indie-pop band The ACBs and Collin had been playing for years in the Kansas City area in various bands. The three shared a love for 1960s era pop rock and soon started writing their own music. In 2014 they released the self-titled Shy Boys on High Dive Records. The album received generally positive reviews and the single “Bully Fight” was featured on Spin.com
Shy Boys – Dim The Light / Brick By Brick – Singles / Polyvinyl Record Co. / Feb. 15, 2019
[Single release follow up to band’s 2nd album and Polyvinyl debut, Bell House. Shy Boys line-up consists of brothers Collin Rausch and Kyle Rausch, Konnor Ervin, Kyle Little and Ross Brown. Kyle Rausch and Konnor Ervin were already band mates in the indie-pop band The ACBs and Collin had been playing for years in the Kansas City area in various bands. The three shared a love for 1960s era pop rock and soon started writing their own music. In 2014 they released the self-titled Shy Boys on High Dive Records. The album received generally positive reviews and the single “Bully Fight” was featured on Spin.com. In June 2014 the band recorded and released two more singles and one of them, “Life Is Peachy,” was featured on Stereogum. On April 4th, 2018, it was announced that the band had signed to Polyvinyl Record Co.]
Fullbloods – Soft and Virtual Touch / High Dive Records / April 3, 2020
[3rd full-length. All songs written, performed, recorded, mixed by Ross Brown in KCMO. Mastered by Mike Nolte at Eureka Mastering. Artwork by Nika Winn. Kyle Rausch played drums on 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, & 9, sang on 9. Bill Pollock Played drums on 3 & 5. David Seume played bass on 5. Jerad Tomasino played synth on 9 & 10, sang on 9. Jenni Kornfeld played cello on 4. Leslie Butsch played sax on 10. More info at: http://www.fullbloods.com.]
Shy Boys – Talk Loud / Polyvinyl Record Co. / September 25, 2020
[3rd album from the KC band Shy Boys. New music follow up to the Dim The Light / Brick By Brick, singles released February 15, 2019. Shy Boys released their 2nd album and Polyvinyl debut, Bell House on August 3, 2018. Shy Boys line-up consists of brothers Collin Rausch and Kyle Rausch, Konnor Ervin, Kyle Little and Ross Brown. Kyle Rausch and Konnor Ervin were already band mates in the indie-pop band The ACBs and Collin had been playing for years in the Kansas City area in various bands including The Abracadabras, and The I’ms with brother Kyle. The three shared a love for 1960s era pop rock and soon started writing their own music. In 2014 they released the self-titled Shy Boys on High Dive Records.]
Koney – Koney / High Dive Records / October 9, 2020
[from Lucas Wetzel’s Pitch Feature: “To bring the songs to life, Konnor enlisted brothers Collin and Kyle Rausch, his roommates in their ramshackle West Plaza house/practice space and his bandmates in chamber pop group Shy Boys. Ross Brown (of Fullbloods) played synthesizer and helped run sound, and multi-instrumentalist Kyle Little contributed on guitar. Fritz Hutchison and Andrew Connor also contributed on several tracks. Recording engineer Mike Nolte flew in from Portland to run the controls at Westend Recordings, and the group set up camp in the studio over a long snowy weekend in 2015.” ]
Thanks for tuning into Wednesday MidDay Medley, on 90.1 FM KKFI. I’m Mark Manning. Today we’ll feature music from 15 of the 30+ bands playing the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest including: The Freedom Affair, The Salvation Choir, Flare Tha Rebel, Jamogi, Keo & Them, Flight Attendant, The Canterberries, Danielle Ate The Sandwich, The Swallowtails, Grand Marquis, Danny McGaw, Zee Underscore, Supermassive Black Holes, and Trevor Turla. We started with Shy Boys.
At 10:00 Bill Sundahl joins us to share details about the 20th Annual KKFI Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 24 in the West Bottoms & Sunday, August, 25 at the Folly Theater, including 30+ Bands, DJs, and Drum Lines, on 7 stages. Saturday’s stages in the Historic West Bottoms include: Lemonade Park, Voltaire, Stockyards Brewing, The Campground, The Livestock Exchange, and a special VIP stage at the Ox Cafe & Bakery. CMF also presents the Strawberry Swing Makers and Vendors, and a Free Day Party at Lemonade Park (from Noon to 3:00pm) featuring: Talking Backwards, Art as Mentorship: Rebel Song Academy, and Agga Dagga. This is a fundraiser for 90.1 FM KKFI. From 3:00pm to Midnight all CMF Festival Stages will require a wristband. Purchase tickets at: WWW.CMFKC.COM
At 11:00 we’ll welcome Bryan Redmond and Ryan Wurtz, of the acclaimed KC band Grand Marquis who play The Folly Theater, 300 W 12th St. KCMO, on Sunday, August 24, 3:00pm to 6:00pm. This year, the Crossroads Music Fest was thrilled to add a second day at the iconic Folly Theater honoring the 25th anniversary of Grand Marquis. The band will celebrate their eras from over the last two and a half decades. Past members will join the band along with performances from the current bands they are making art with today. Joining the Grand Marquis on stage are: Slim Hanson & the Poor Choices, Victor & Penny, Damien Gunn Band, and Trevor Turla. If you want reserved seating for CMF Day Two at the Folly Theater please visit: http://www.follytheater.org
10:06 – Interview with Bill Sundahl
And with us for the entire show is our guest co-host Bill Sundahl, the founder of Crossroads Music Festival who has been coming on this radio program for 20 years now sharing information about the music and venues and collaborations associated with CMF.
Bill Sundahl founded the Crossroads Music Fest in 2005. After a varied set of careers that led to the Fundraising Leadership Series at the University of Missouri – Kansas City in 2016, Bill’s passion for connecting people with ways to grow our community took root. Bill Sundahl spent eight years at KKFI 90.1 FM, starting as an events and volunteer coordinator, then as 90.1 FM KKFI’s Development Director. For last 11 years Bill has played bass and provided vocals for the Kansas City super group, Starhaven Rounders. Bill and his wife Wende are the proud parents of two daughters who all love to find fun places to camp near the water. Bill served as vice president of corporate partnerships at The Beacon a non-profit online news outlet covering Kansas City. Bill is the founder Owner / CEO / and Principal Consultant at Z&W Unlimited, offering fundraising, operations, strategy and planning advice to non profit media groups across the country. More info at http://www.zwunlimited.com
Bill Sundahl thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley
We started the show with Shy Boys who play the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 24, at 10:00 PM on the Lemonade Park – Community Lending of America – Main Stage one of 6 STAGES in the Historic West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com
CMF IS A FUNDRAISER FOR 90.1FM KKFI – KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY RADIO
Presented by Community Lending of America, Inc. The 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest is this Saturday, August 24. 30+ Bands, DJs, and Drum Lines, CMF also presents the Strawberry Swing Makers and Vendors, and a Free Day Party at Lemonade Park (from Noon to 3:00pm) featuring: Talking Backwards, Art as Mentorship: Rebel Song Academy, and Agga Dagga. The ticketed festival begins at 3 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the gates of Lemonade Park or for advance tickets: http://www.cmfkc.com
Six Stages in the Historic West Bottoms:
Lemonade Park – Community Lending of America – Main Stage, 1628 Wyoming St.
The Livestock Exchange – From The Earth / Illicit Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
Stockyards Brewing – Stockyards Brewing Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
The Campground – KKFI 90.1 FM Stage, 1531 Genessee St.
Voltaire – Neighborhood Tourism & Development Fund Stage, 1617 Genessee St.
Ox Cafe & Bakery – West Bottoms Whiskey VIP Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
Featuring: The Freedom Affair • Shy Boys • The Salvation Choir • Back Alley Brass Band • Starhaven Rounders • Flare Tha Rebel • Aztlán • Danny McGaw • Flight Attendant • Keo & Them • Sheppa + Ernest Melton • Danielle Ate the Sandwich • Jamogi • Rachel Maxann • Howard Mahan & Friends • Zee Underscore • The Swallowtails • Men of Men • Les Izmore & The GOATS • Western Cuts • Supermassive Black Holes • Beth Watts Nelson • DJ Nana G • The Canterberries • Jelly Rose • Windler • Rural Grit All Stars • Agga Dagga • Girth Broke • Talking Backwards • Art As Mentorship presents the Rebel Song Academy+ Also featuring Drumlines & Drill Teams: KC Marching Falcons • KC Marching Cobras & Performing Arts Team • Pythons Drill Team
Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming St. – Community Lending of America – Main Stage
12:00 to 3:00pm – Free Day Party
12:00 Noon – Talking Backwards
1:00pm – Arts As Mentorship – The Rebel Song Academy
2:00pm – Agga Bagga
4:30pm – Windler
5:45pm – Salvation Choir
6:30pm – Pythons Drill Team
7:00pm – Flare Tha Rebel
8:30pm – The Freedom Affair
10:00pm – Shy Boys
10:11 – CMF Music From – Lemonade Park Community Lending of America, Main Stage, 1628 Wyoming
- The Freedom Affair – “Love is Love”
from: “Love is Love” – Single / Sunflower Soul Records / June 26, 2024
[The follow up single to “If You Don’t Want Me” released on May 15, 2024. The Freedom Affair is a 9 piece soul juggernaut from Kansas City, MO. The band formed in 2017 with a vision to write original soul music inspired by the traditions of the genre’s past with a universal message looking toward the future. Their new single “If You Don’t Want Me” features: Shon Ruffin on vocals, Seyko Groves on vocals, Paula Saunders on vocals, Cole Bales on guitar, Branden Moser on guitar, Chris Hazelton on bass, Dave Brick on drums, Pete Carroll on trumpet, Brett Jackson on tenor Sax, Pat Conway on congas, and Nick Howell on tambourine. Written, Recorded & Mixed by Chris Hazelton. Mastered by JJ Golden // With their debut album FREEDOM IS LOVE, The Freedom Affair has received critical acclaim and have established themselves as a force in the soul music scene across the states and abroad. Keep your eyes and ears open for their songs and album art featured in the series Bel-Air, an Apple commercial, a Netflix series, etc… This band is just getting started. // The Freedom Affair’s live shows have proven to be soul-stirring, transformative events moving audiences both physically and emotionally to joy. // The Freedom Affair released their debut album Freedom Is Love on September 25, 2020. from The album explores themes of love, heartache, empower-ment, and togetherness through a varying landscape of hard-hitting funk, luscious soul, and everything in between. The album was recorded and produced by Chris Hazelton, utilizing the best of vintage and new recording techno-logies to create an authentic experience, befitting of a soul record that would have been relevant 50 years ago as much as it will be 50 years from now. For the debut record The Freedom Affair was: Misha Roberts on vocals; Paula Saunders on vocals; Seyko Groves on vocals; Cole Bales on guitar, sitar (Track 3); Branden Moser on guitar; Chris Hazelton on bass guitar, organ (Tracks 1, 2, 9, & 10), Tambourine (Track 1), Glockenspiel (Track 3), & Chimes (Track 4); Dave Brick on drums; Pete Carroll on trumpet; Brett Jackson on tenor sax, baritone sax (Tracks 1 & 5), & tambourine (Tracks 5, 6, & 8). Additional Musicians: Pat Conway on Congas (Tracks 1, 3, & 6), Alyssa Bell on viola (Tracks 3, 4, & 7), Elizabeth Codd on violin (Tracks 3 & 4), Matt Bennett on violin (Tracks 3 & 7), John Wickersham on timpani (Track 4), Pamela Baskin-Watson on piano (Track 10), Nick Howell on tambourine (Track 10), The Freedom Family Choir (Track 10): Misha Roberts, Erica Hazelton, Seyko Groves, Paula Saunders, Jordyn Saunders, Cole Bales, and Chris Hazelton. All Horn & String Arrangements by Chris Hazelton except: “Heartaches Don’t Come Easy” and “Give A Little Love” by Pete Carroll & Brett Jackson “Don’t Shoot” by Chris Hazelton & Allyssa Bell. Produced, Recorded, & Mixed by Chris Hazelton. Assistant Produced by Dave Brick. Rhythm Section on Track 10 recorded by Chad Meise. Mastered by JJ Golden. Cover Artwork by Matthew “Mo” Manley. Front cover photograph of civil rights protesters in Kansas City, MO (April 9th, 1968). The Freedom Affair and their track “Rise Up” were selected to be part of Colemine Records 3xLP box set, “Soul Slabs Vol. 2” a Record Store Day Exclusive, released April 13, 2019. Colemine writes: “The Freedom Affair is a freight train of KC soul! Dirty, funky drums, gritty horns, and the combined vocals of Misha Roberts, Seyko Groves, and Paula Saunders to put this band over the top. Politically charged soul music for the dancefloor!”]
[The Freedom Affair play the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, August 24, at 8:30pm at Lemonade Park 1628 Wyoming St., w/ Windler, Salvation Choir, Flare Tha Rebel, and Shy Boys.]
- The Salvation Choir – “This is a Photograph (The Salvation Choir Version)”
from: “This is a Photograph (The Salvation Choir Version)” / Dead Oceans / May 12, 2023
[From http://www.deadoceans.com (05/12/2023): Kevin Morby and The Salvation Choir are proud to present “This Is A Photograph (The Salvation Choir Version),” a new reimagining of the title track from Morby’s acclaimed 2022 album. The Salvation Choir is a Congolese rumba choir from Congo and Tanzania based in Kevin’s hometown of Kansas City. “This Is A Photograph (The Salvation Choir Version)” is a stirring iteration of Morby’s original, and is presented alongside a new website on which others can access stems, instrumentals, tutorials and templates so they can make their own family history epics. Kevin Morby elaborates: “At some point last year, a few of you reached out with the request of getting the music to my song ‘This Is A Photograph’ so you could make your own version and tell your own family’s history. I found this incredibly interesting and had never gotten such requests about any of my other songs before. I have decided to heed the call of those few who reached out and I have made a website. // In celebration of this website, and to lead with an example, I reached out to one of my favorite bands, Kansas City’s own The Salvation Choir, to see if they would want to make their own version of ‘This Is A Photograph’ and was over the moon when they agreed. They created their own version in which they reinterpreted the music in their Congolese Rumba style and reworked the lyrics to their own story and sang in both English and Swahili to provide the listener with a window into their past.” // Pelo King Wilondja, The Salvation Choir’s 15-year-old drummer, states: “We met Kevin at one of our practices. I didn’t know who he was at first but then our friend played us his music and I started really liking his songs. Now he’s in my top ten. He invited us to his concert and I was actually sweating because it was so good. Kevin asked us if we wanted to remake his song to be about our family’s history and play it in our style. It was my first time recording drums in a real studio. We loved his idea because photographs are really important to our family and we’re always playing music together. There are over 20 members in the choir and everyone has their own story. The song starts out in Africa and it ends in Kansas City where we all live now. It’s about our family’s history and how we got here.” // VISIT THISISAPHOTOGRAPH.COM // In May 2023, More Photographs (A Continuum), Morby’s companion piece to 2022’s This Is A Photograph. Here, Morby returns to his landmark album’s bottomless themes with new wisdom, new imagination, and the winking, looping callbacks that tie his full body of work together in uniquely special ways. “With every collection of songs,” says Morby, “I feel I have to cast them out of me before moving onto the next project, and here I knew that what I had begun with This Is A Photograph was not finished. Releasing this collection is me tying a bow on that time and place in my creative life.” With a luxurious nine tracks – three re-imaginings and six brand new songs – More Photographs (A Continuum) is prequel, sequel and primer to an already rich and generous record from one of our most luminous modern songwriters. // The Salvation Choir is a Congolese Rumba band from Congo and Tanzania based in Kansas City, Missouri. The are over 20 members in the choir and the choir masters are Jeune Premier Silambien and Pastor John Wilondja. “Tafakarini” was recorded live in our front yard in Kansas City, Missouri in April 2022. It was recorded and mixed by Danny Bowersox and Tyler Bachert. “Utukuzwe” is a lo-fi demo of our song that was featured on Dust To Digital. Recorded on a cassette tape and cell phone by Pastor John Wilondja in 2021. // The Salvation Choir are planning to record in the studio in 2023. More info at: www:thesalvationchoir.com]
[The Salvation Choir play the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, August 24, at 5:45pm at Lemonade Park 1628 Wyoming St., w/ Windler, The Freedom Affair, Flare Tha Rebel, and Shy Boys.]
- Flare Tha Rebel – “Rosé All Day”
from: Summer You, Summer Me. / Shafer / October 21, 2022
[“Rosé All Day” was the lead single from Flare Tha Rebel’s new EP. Playful, yet meaningful, the song is about an empowered woman of which a man is pursuing. Lines within the song such as “and if she’s a tease she can do that ya’ll / she don’t owe you nothing man, please back off”, attempt to change the at times degrading scenarios of this power dynamic. The narrative is done in the backdrop of fun and lighthearted warm weather days, cool summernights, and, of course, plenty of rosé. Continuing with Flare’s Art to Empower initiative, “Rosé All Day” aims to raise funds and awareness for a nonprofit, which this time is the Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Abuse (MOCSA). Career and love brought hip-hop MC Flare Tha Rebel back to his hometown of Kansas City, MO, which created a second wind of new music. Noted by The Pitch, “As a member of hip-hop collective Anti-Crew, Flare Tha Rebel made quite an impact on the Kansas City hip-hop scene. After making the leap from KC to Chicago in the late ‘00s, he’s now back…” Known for a highly energetic live performance, Flare has shared the stage with artists such as Chance the Rapper, RZA of Wu-Tang Clan, Mac Lethal, Nappy Roots, and CES Cru. Although hip-hop at the core, Flare Tha Rebel’s versatility remains as he balances music with socially progressive themes that are still enjoyable enough to raise a glass to at a party. There’s also a duality to Flare’s approach. Many of his songs are connected to his Art to Empower initiative, raising awareness and funds for a variety of social justice causes and nonprofits. Flare Tha Rebel & Bob Pullian were guests on WMM, Aug. 11, 2021. Flare The Rebel released the EP, The Revolution Will Not Be Hashtagged on July 9, 2021. The recording was #9 on WMM’s 120 Best Recordings of 2021. Summer You, Summer Me was in the top 10 of WMM’s 120 Best Recordings of 2022.]
[FlareThaRebel play the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, August 24, at 7:00pm at Lemonade Park 1628 Wyoming St., w/ Windler, The Freedom Affair, The Salvation Choir, and Shy Boys.]
10:25 – More Interview with Bill Sundahl
Welcome back to Wednesday MidDay Medley. Joining us for the entire show is our guest co-host Bill Sundahl, the founder of Crossroads Music Festival who has been coming on this radio program for 20 years now sharing information about the music and venues and collaborations associated with CMF.
Bill Sundahl Sundahl founded the Crossroads Music Fest in 2005. For over eight years at Bill worked here at KKFI 90.1 FM serving as our Development Director.
Bill is the founder Owner / CEO / and Principal Consultant at Z&W Unlimited, offering fundraising, operations, strategy and planning advice to non profit media groups across the country. More info at http://www.zwunlimited.com
Bill Sundahl thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley
CMF IS A FUNDRAISER FOR 90.1FM KKFI – KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY RADIO
Presented by Community Lending of America, Inc. The 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest is this Saturday, August 24 – 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM. This long running festival showcases Diverse Music on 6 Stages, with 30+ Bands, in The Historic West Bottoms. More info or for advance tickets: http://www.cmfkc.com
20th Annual KKFI Crossroads Music Fest – Saturday, August 26th, 2023
Six Stages in the Historic West Bottoms:
Lemonade Park – Community Lending of America – Main Stage, 1628 Wyoming St.
The Livestock Exchange – From The Earth / Illicit Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
Stockyards Brewing – Stockyards Brewing Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
The Campground – KKFI 90.1 FM Stage, 1531 Genessee St.
Voltaire – Neighborhood Tourism & Development Fund Stage, 1617 Genessee St.
Ox Cafe & Bakery – West Bottoms Whiskey VIP Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
Livestock Exchange – From The Earth / Illicit Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
3:00pm – Western Cuts
4:15pm – Jamogi
5:30pm – Rachel Maxann
6:30pm – KC Marching Falcons
6:45pm – Keo & Them
7:45pm – KC Marching Cobras
8:00pm – Back Alley Brass Band
9:15pm – Flight Attendant
11:30 – Underwriting
10:33 – CMF Music from: Livestock Exchange – From The Earth / Illicit Stage, 1600 Genessee St
- Jamogi – “Hot Block”
from: “Hot Block” – Single / Jam Tunes / May 30, 2024
[Jamogi is also know as Byron Hyde a Kanas City based singer, songwriter, MC, producer, originally from Los Angeles, California. Jamogi released the EP, Star-Crossed Lover on March 3, 2023. Jamogi then released a “Star-Crossed Lover GALACTIC REMIX (feat. Watchman)” single on June 9, 2023.Jamogi previously released the AGE OF AQUARIUS EP on March 3, 2023, and the single “Celebration” on December 9, 2022, and the single “Anymore” on May 6, 2022.]
[Jamogi plays the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, Aug. 24, at 4:15 PM on the Livestock Exchange – From The Earth / Illicit Stage, 1600 Genessee St. w/ Western Cuts, Rachel Maxann, Keo & Them, Back Alley Brass Band, and Flight Attendant, KC March Falcons and KC Marching Cobras.]
- Keo & Them – “Fire”
from: “Fire” – Single / Midtopia / March 15, 2024
[Keo & Them released their 7-track album, THIS TIME AROUND on October 28, 2023. // When Neo-soul meets funk, meets R&B, meets pop, meets hip hop & even rock sometimes. Keo & Them released the single “Fool Me Once” on October 6, 2023 on Midtopia. Leo & Them released the three song single “Don’t Say” with “Be Still” and “Money Grooves (feat. Greg Spero)” on June 2, 2023 on Midtopia. And earlier “Money Grooves (feat. Greg Spero)” was release by itself on March 2, 2023. For Wichita-based, Texas-raised singer/songwriter Keo, making music is as much about the one creates and the songs one writes as it is about making deeper connections with the other people partaking in an artistic journey. From the unique flavors, perspectives, and performances they each contribute, Keo finds the “Them” that brings her project Keo & Them full circle. // First formed and conceptualized by Keo in 2018, the collective consists of Keo and a revolving door of musicians and collaborators, each of whose contributions would leave an indelible mark on the project’s ever-adapting sound that merges the worlds of 70’s pop and R&B with the moody glow of contemporary neo-soul and beyond. For Keo, the project’s sole constant member, the fluid line-up allowed her to become immersed and acquainted with a Wichita music scene she was completely new to and overwhelmed by. Through meeting, jamming, and performing with the Kansas town’s tight-knit and eclectic music scene in which Keo found something akin to a family. More info at: https://linktr.ee/keoandthem [Keo & Them played Outer Reaches Fest, on Sat, Oct. 14 at recordBar, On the Les BonsBons Electrique stage w/ Sweeping Promises, Static Phantoms, Alyssa Murray.]
[Keo & Them plays the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, Aug. 24, at 6:45 PM on the Livestock Exchange – From The Earth / Illicit Stage, 1600 Genessee St. w/ Western Cuts, Rachel Maxann, Jamogi, Back Alley Brass Band, Flight Attendant, KC March Falcons and KC Marching Cobras.]
- Flight Attendant – “Dreamland”
from: “Dreamland” – Single / Flight Attendant / August 9, 2024
[“Dreamland” has been our set opener for the last few tours, so it only felt right to make it our album opener! Our first single from forthcoming album, “Under the Powerlines.” Full album drops on October 11th.This new single follows the band’s earlier single: “Therapy Couch” released June 23, 2023. “Flight Attendant delivers an experience,” – Rolling Stone Magazine. Flight Attendant belongs to that breed of rock bands made in Nashville, USA; where their sound is nothing less than a sonic unicorn. Blending sounds of grunge with power-pop hooks, viola and light synth textures, they have begun to create a hypnotic sound and energy all of their own. Glide Magazine says that Lead Singer Karalyne, “Commands your attention like Freddie Mercury working the crowd in an arena.” Flight Attendant band has been compared to Haim and Fleetwood Mac, or as TurnuptheVolume puts it, “Think Warpaint having a dance with Best Coast,” – This “Nashville based eclectic-indie band….is ready for take off”, Velvet Thunder]
[Flight Attendant play the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, Aug. 24, at 9:15 PM on the Livestock Exchange – From The Earth / Illicit Stage, 1600 Genessee St. w/ Western Cuts, Rachel Maxann, Jamogi, Back Alley Brass Band, Keo & Them, KC March Falcons and KC Marching Cobras.]
10:45 – More interview with Bill Sundahl
Welcome back to Wednesday MidDay Medley. Joining us for the entire show is our guest co-host Bill Sundahl, the founder of Crossroads Music Festival who has been coming on this radio program for 20 years now sharing information about the music and venues and collaborations associated with CMF.
Bill Sundahl founded the Crossroads Music Fest in 2005. For over eight years at Bill worked here at KKFI 90.1 FM as our Development Director. For 10 years Bill has played bass and provided vocals for the Kansas City super group, Starhaven Rounders.
Bill is the founder Owner / CEO / and Principal Consultant at Z&W Unlimited, offering fundraising, operations, strateguy and planning advice to non profit media groups across the country. More info at http://www.zwunlimited.com
Bill Sundahl thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley
CMF IS A FUNDRAISER FOR 90.1FM KKFI – KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY RADIO
Presented by Community Lending of America, Inc. The 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest is this Saturday, August 24 – 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM. This long running festival showcases Diverse Music on 6 Stages, with 30+ Bands, in The Historic West Bottoms. More info or for advance tickets: http://www.cmfkc.com
20th Annual KKFI Crossroads Music Fest – Saturday, August 24th, 2023
Six Stages in the Historic West Bottoms:
Lemonade Park – Community Lending of America – Main Stage, 1628 Wyoming St.
The Livestock Exchange – From The Earth / Illicit Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
Stockyards Brewing – Stockyards Brewing Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
The Campground – KKFI 90.1 FM Stage, 1531 Genessee St.
Voltaire – Neighborhood Tourism & Development Fund Stage, 1617 Genessee St.
Ox Cafe & Bakery – West Bottoms Whiskey VIP Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
Noon – 3:00 PM – CMF Free Day Party – Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming St. – Community Lending of America – Main Stage. FREE thanks to: Community Lending of America
12:00 Noon – Talking Backwards
1:00pm – Arts As Mentorship – The Rebel Song Academy
2:00pm – Agga Bagga
Stockyards Brewing – Stockyards Brewing Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
3:00pm – Howard Mahan & Friends
4:00pm – The Canterberries
5:00pm – Danielle Ate The Sandwich
6:00pm – The Swallowtails
7:00pm – Beth Watts Nelson
8:00pm – Rural Grit All Stars
9:00pm – Les Izmore & The Goats
10:51 – CMF Music from Stockyards Brewing – Stockyards Brewing Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
- The Canterberries – “Small Steps”
from: “Small Steps” – Single / The Canterberries / March 1, 2024
[According to their Instagram page, singers Abby Parra, Emma Vogt, and Hannah Dahlor are just “3 pals singing in our living room.” KCUR Radio writes: “Together they create a choral effect, like competing voices in your head teaming up to encourage you to have a little grace with yourself.” Small Steps describes the mental struggle against a racing mind and too many things on the to-do list.]
[The Canterberries play the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 24, at 4:00pm, on the Stockyards Brewing Stage, 1600 Genessee St. with: Howard Mahan & Friends, Danielle Ate The Sandwich, The Swallowtails, Beth Watts Nelson, Rural Grit All Stars, and Les Ismore & The Goats.]
- Danielle Ate the Sandwich – “Me-Oh-My!”
from: 2024 (The 24 Hour Album) / Danielle Ate The Sandwich / January 14, 2024
[The 5 songs on this album were written and recorded in 24 hours on January 13th-14th, 2024, during Danielle Ate the Sandwich’s 9th annual 24 Hour Album. Patrons of Danielle Ate the Sandwich tuned in from all across the world to suggest ideas and offer support with Danielle during live streams held throughout the 24 hours. Life is short! Stay up all night and make stuff! // Thank you to my patrons for supplying your voices and ideas to this album! // Danielle Anderson performs as Danielle Ate the Sandwich. Danielle is a singer/songwriter, recording artist, and comedic performer based in KCMO. Danielle grew a fanbase with her DIY videos on Youtube and by touring the US extensively from 2009-2018. Danielle has released 7 albums of original music, over 200 YouTube videos, and conducts an annual 24 Hour Album project, writing and producing new songs with the help of her patrons in only 24 hours. She is recording her 8th album in Kansas City, KS, with Fritz Hutchison and Al Hawkins of True Lions. The album received an Inspiration Grant from ArtsKC. Her most recent project, ‘The Greatest Garage Sale Ever,’ is a one woman comedy cabaret, using humor, music, and songs to challenge the labels we give each other, and our ability to change. The show won Best of Venue and multiple Awards at the 20th Annual KC Fringe Festival. More info at: http://www.danielleatethesandwich.com]
[Danielle Ate The Sandwich plays the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, August 24, at 5:00pm, on the Stockyards Brewing Stage, 1600 Genessee St. with: Howard Mahan & Friends, The Canterberries, The Swallowtails, Beth Watts Nelson, Rural Grit All Stars, and Les Ismore & The Goats.]
[Danielle Ate the Sandwich with Joy Zimmerman, and Erin McGrane plays: Midwest Daughters, an evening of songs, poems and stories about and inspired by growing up in the Midwest on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 7:00pm at Greenwood Social Hall, 1759 Belleview Ave., KCMO.]
[Danielle Ate The Sandwich presents: LIFE AS A SONGWRITER is a four week songwriting course led by singer/songwriter, performing artist and teacher, Danielle Ate the Sandwich. Our class will meet virtually on Zoom every Wednesday in September 2024. (9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25), from 7pm-8:30pm. More info at: http://www.danielleatethesandwich.com]
- The Swallowtails – “Good Days”
from: LUCKY PENNY EP / The Swallowtails / February 20, 2024
[The independent acoustic band, experimenting in the rock/pop genres while performing on what are traditionally folk/classical instruments, enter a new era having produced the entirety of this project themselves, with the songwriting matter touching on life’s big changes, challenges, and the realizations that time will heal. // “Since becoming a duo, it was time for us to reinvent our sound again. The songwriting on this EP is split between Rachel and myself, and this is Rachel’s debut release as a writer and singer. We spent all of January 2024 finishing the arrangements, recording and mixing the mini-record. It was a much needed release of energy for both of us, and we are definitely looking forward to adding these songs into our live sets and performing new material.”– Miki P, songwriter, singer and musician in The Swallowtails. // Est. in 2018, The Swallowtails are a Kansas City based musical duo comprised of musicians Miki P on guitar/vocals and Rachel Lovelace on bassoon/vocals. Their vision is to write honest, heartfelt songs that feel like you’re coming home to an old friend. As recording and performance artists, they have been showcased throughout Kansas City, performing at the Folly Theatre, Boulevardia Music Festival, The Kansas City Public Library as part of the 2023 Art in the Loop: Celebrate project, and most recently at Green Guitar Folk House opening for The Wildwoods. Their songwriting was awarded Best Song by a KC Band in 2023 by the Pitch Magazine for their tune “Take it Slow.” // Live video’s will be released on The Swallowtails YouTube page in support of the EP, the live session was filmed at West Bottoms Whiskey Co. // Swallowtails will be featuring the new EP at the Folk Alliance International Conference February 21st-25th. Both Miki & Rachel have earned scholarships to attend the conference. // Swallowtails embark on their 4th year entering NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest featuring a song off the EP, called “I’m on Fire” posted to NPR’s official contest site. // The Swallowtails have recently been approved as part of KCAIC Touring Artists Roster, through the Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission. // On May 22, 2023 The Swallowtails released their 7-track EP THE WORLD STILL SPINS from Rachel Lovelace on bassoon, Adee Dancy on cello & vocals, and Miki P on guitar & lead vocals. Miki P is a self-taught musician/multi-instrumentalist & songwriter driving the Swallowtails into a creative collaboration like any other. Miki P was born in Kansas City, KS. Miki P started playing guitar in middle school. She taught herself to play the drums, while listening to Mitch Mitchell, Keith Moon and Ringo Starr. Miki P performed “She Loves You” at her 7th grade talent show. In 9th grade she joined a teen-band called American Slim as drummer & vocalist, and she wrote songs for their full-length album Irreplaceable released in 2017, followed by a single “Queen of Hearts” released April 11, 2018. Miki P has played Middle of the Map Fest, Crossroads Music Fest, Kauffman Stadium, Arrowhead Stadium, and The Nelson Atkins Museum of Art before officially ending in 2018. As a teen she played drums for various groups including American Slim. At 21, Miki P began work on her debut solo-record, DOME OF SWALLOWS, that was released August 2, 2018. She then formed Miki P and the Swallowtails who released their first EP, Swallowtail in 2019, In 2021 Miki P released the 6-song EP, DON’T LOSE HOPE, created in covid isolation, in Miki P’s home space. Sitting & working from Miki’s computer, she composed and recorded 80% of the EP, working through the music like a journal entry, creating each song from her internal hurricane of emotions. All songs written, recorded, played, & mixed by Miki P. Recorded & Mixed with Emma Klien & Jake Hilger. Mastered by Joel Nanos. Miki P released her single “Your Love” on June 24, 2022. Miki P’s released the single “Peter Parker!” on March 18, 2022. // More info at: http://www.mikipmusic.com]
[The Swallowtails play the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, August 24, at 6:00pm, on the Stockyards Brewing Stage, 1600 Genessee St. with: Howard Mahan & Friends, The Canterberries, Danielle Ate The Sandwich, Beth Watts Nelson, Rural Grit All Stars, and Les Ismore & The Goats.]
11:00 – Station ID
- Grand Marquis – “Brighter Days”
from: Brigher Days / King Forward Revords / April 28, 2018
[KC based American Roots, Blues, & Prohibition Jazz band, formed in 1998 have now released 8 albums, including a 7” 45 rpm vinyl recorded at legendary Sun Studio in Memphis, TN. For this recording: Ben Ruth on upright bass, sousaphone, backing vocals; Chad Boydston on trumpet, backing vocals; Ryan Wurtz on electric and acoustic guitars; Trevor Turla on trombone, backing vocals; Fritz Hutchison on drums, backing vocals; Bryan Redmond on lead vocals, soprano, alto, tenor & baritone saxophones.]
[Grand Marquis play The Folly Theater, 300 W 12th St. KCMO, on Sunday, August 24, 3:00pm to 6:00pm. As part of The Crossroads Music Fest Day 2 – honoring the 25th anniversary of Grand Marquis with Slim Hanson & the Poor Choices, Victor & Penny, Damien Gunn Band, and Trevor Turla. More info at: http://www.follytheater.org]
11:04 – Interview with Bryan Redmond and Ryan Wurtz
Grand Marquis were founded in 1998, over the last 25 years they have logged well over thousands of performances from Seattle to South Beach Miami playing their very own mix of American Roots, Blues, & Prohibition Jazz. They have now released 8 albums including a 7” 45 rpm vinyl recorded at legendary Sun Studio in Memphis, TN. Grand Marquis write powerful original songs and mix classic standards into their sets. The band includes: Bryan Redmond on lead vocals & saxophones, Chad Boydston on trumpet, Dan Purscell on trombone, Ryan Wurtz on guitar, Ben Ruth on upright bass & sousaphone, and Natalie Bates on drums.
Grand Marquis play The Folly Theatre, 300 W 12th St. KCMO, on Sunday, August 24, 3:00pm to 6:00pm as part of The Crossroads Music Fest honoring the 25th anniversary of Grand Marquis. The band will celebrate their eras from over the last two and a half decades. Past members will join the band along with performances from the current bands they are making art with today. Joining the Grand Marquis on stage are: Slim Hanson & the Poor Choices, Victor & Penny, Damien Gunn Band, and Trevor Turla. If you want reserved seating for CMF Day Two at the Folly Theater please visit: http://www.follytheater.org
Bryan Redmond and Ryan Wurtz, thanks for being with us on WMM.
The band is:
Bryan Redmond on lead vocals, soprano, alto, tenor & baritone saxophones
Chad Boydston on trumpet, backing vocals
Dan Purscell on trombone, backing vocals
Ryan Wurtz on electric and acoustic guitars
Ben Ruth on upright bass, sousaphone, backing vocals;
Natalie Bates on drums, backing vocals
” Big, bold, and brassy with what has to be the most distinctive sound in blues.” Peter Merrett PBS 106.9 Melbourne, Australia
“This hard-working crew that tore it up 20 years ago during the swing revival hasn’t stagnated in the time since; this set finds them as a first class party band that knows how to rock, and do a bunch of other things well. Anytime you’re ready to check your preconceptions at the door and let your hair down, this set will get your motor revving in high gear.” Chris Spector, Midwest Record
“This band plays as if the joint was literally on fire.” Billtown Blues Association
“Completely infectious…it begs to be played loud, it begs to be danced to!” Boston Blues Review
“…moving the genre forward into the next century.” Graham Clarke, Blues Bytes
“Few bands have more fun or produce more joy in an audience while onstage.” Jason Harper, The Pitch
“Mumbling secrets to a flummoxed doorman, slipping dead presidents into his hand, then past the dark door, all speakeasy-like. Through the walls, the crack and thud of drums, the crisp punch of an upright bass slapping time, horns thriving on the riff, guitar wailing testimonials that would coax Trouble to check his bags at the door. The Grand Marquis are guardians of a musical portal, weaving catchy originals with classy covers. Music meteorologists, if you will, concocting their own brand of weathered styles. It’s old-school jump blues, rockabilly and fiery jazz balled up into one big hit of red hot Rhythm ‘n’ Roll. Once injected, don’t be alarmed; you might see through blurry eyes and nicotine haze the ghosts of America’s musical past, conjuring delusions of 30’s KC, 50’s Memphis, Village hangouts, or the jazz jungle of Harlem. Yet these are merely roots from which their music grows; twisting and blending, melding until you catch a glimpse of things to come. Awaken from the intoxicating fog while their songs linger on your ear, echoing the chant of the Blue Devil, and you’re sure of one thing: you gotta go back for more.” – Lawrence.com
Accolades:
2013 International Blues Challenge Finalists: “Best Self-Produced CD”
2011 International Blues Challenge Finalists (The Blues Foundation)
2011 Best Blues Band – The Pitch (Kansas City, MO)
2010 Topeka Blues Society International Blues Challenge Champions
2007 Best Jazz Band – The Pitch (Kansas City, MO)
2006 Best Jazz Band – The Pitch (Kansas City, MO)
2006 Best Local Band – The X Entertainment Magazine (Kansas City metro area)
Discography:
“We Had Our Day” – Single – June 18, 2021
“Rollin’ – Single – May 21, 2021
“Price of Love” – Single – April 16, 2021
“Shine” – Single – March 24, 2021
“Take A Deep Breath” – Single – March 24, 2021
“Time Will Tell” – Single – February 19, 2021
Brighter Days – Album – April 28, 2018
Blues and Trouble – Album – June 25, 2013
The Sun Session – Album – January 10, 2012
Hold On To Me – Album – August 24, 2010
One More Day – Album – January 2, 2008
Grand Marquis – Album – July 13, 2004
Le Chant Du Diable Bleu – Album – November 2, 2003
Burlesk – Album – 2000
The band has grown and evolved over the years.
We first started playing Grand Marquis on the WMM with One More Day from 2007.
WRITTEN BY BRUCE CHIDESTER ON MAY 1, 2021 for http://www.thetrumpetblog.com
The History and Future of Grand Marquis
The Grand Marquis band started in 1998 with a Guitar/Singer, Drummer, and Bass player. Soon a Saxophonist was added to this mostly rockabilly blues group. In October of 2001 Trumpeter Chad Boydston moved to Kansas City and joined the group in February of 2002. At that time, most of their performances were in restaurants and bars.
By 2003 the front man/singer (Slim Hanson) left the band at the end of the year and the remaining musicians decided to continue performing. At that point, Saxophonist, Bryan Redmond decided to replace Hanson as leader and vocalist. Guitarist Sam Nicolier who was heavily influenced by Django Reinhardt’s guitar style and Chad Boydston with a strong Jazz background completed the group- Bryan Redmond (Sax and Vocals), Chad Boydston (Trumpet), Ben Ruth (Bass), Lisa Mckenzie (Drums), and Sam Nicolier (Guitar). Their musical style gradually developed into a more cafe’ jazz and blues style as they began writing our own material.
In 2004 they were hired to go on a nationwide tour playing in major clubs around the country. They performed with three female dancers and traveled on a tour bus with a large equipment truck following behind. That tour lasted for two months with five shows a week. When they eventually returned to Kansas City, they were sounding tighter than ever.
For several years this same group averaged 100 performances a year. When their original guitarist decided to move to California, he was replaced by their current guitarist, Ryan Wurtz. After this change, they began writing more of their own music. This became difficult for their drummer at the time and they had to make the difficult choice to replace Lisa Mckenzie with Fritz Hutchinson. Hutchinson was a multi-instrumentalist and brought a new energy to the band. This was also the time the very talented Trevor Turla (Trombone) joined the band.
That group created an album titled “Brighter Days”, consisting of mostly original songs. Hutchinson left the band about 2 years ago and was replaced by Natalie Bates who has been responsible for giving their song ideas direction. They have recently recorded a new album with her which will be released later this year.
Bryan Redmond and Ryan Wurtz, thanks for being with us on WMM.
11:24
- Grand Marquis – “We Had Our Day”
from: “We Had Our Day” – Single / King Forward ReCords / January 18, 2021
[KC based American Roots, Blues, & Prohibition Jazz band, formed in 1998 have released 7 albums, including a 7” 45 rpm vinyl recorded at legendary Sun Studio in Memphis, TN.]
[Grand Marquis play The Folly Theater, 300 W 12th St. KCMO, on Sunday, August 24, 3:00pm to 6:00pm. As part of The Crossroads Music Fest honoring the 25th anniversary of Grand Marquis with Slim Hanson & the Poor Choices, Victor & Penny, Damien Gunn Band, and Trevor Turla. More info at: http://www.follytheater.org]
11:28 – Underwriting
11:30 – More Interview with Bill Sundahl
Welcome back to WMM. Joining us is our guest co-host Bill Sundahl, the founder of Crossroads Music Festival who has been coming on this radio program for 20 years now sharing information about the music and venues and collaborations associated with CMF.
Bill Sundahl thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley
CMF IS A FUNDRAISER FOR 90.1FM KKFI – KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY RADIO
Presented by Community Lending of America, Inc. The 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest is this Saturday, August 24 – 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM. This long-running festival showcases Diverse Music on 6 Stages, with 30+ Bands, in The Historic West Bottoms. More info or for advance tickets: http://www.cmfkc.com
20th Annual KKFI Crossroads Music Fest – Saturday, August 26th, 2023
Six Stages in the Historic West Bottoms:
Lemonade Park – Community Lending of America – Main Stage, 1628 Wyoming St.
The Livestock Exchange – From The Earth / Illicit Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
Stockyards Brewing – Stockyards Brewing Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
The Campground – KKFI 90.1 FM Stage, 1531 Genessee St.
Voltaire – Neighborhood Tourism & Development Fund Stage, 1617 Genessee St.
Ox Cafe & Bakery – West Bottoms Whiskey VIP Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
CMF is a Fundraiser for KKFI 90.1FM – KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY RADIO
Since its inception in 2005, CMFKC has featured over 1000 bands and attracted thousands of people to Kansas City’s Crossroads and West Bottoms. Designed to showcase the best in Kansas City’s music, arts and dance Community, CMF provides opportunities for community members of all ages to support its local artists and celebrate Kansas City’s cultural diversity
The Campground – KKFI 90.1 FM Stage, 1531 Genessee St.
3:30pm – Jelly Rose
4:45pm – Danny McGaw
6:00pm – Zee Underscore
7:15pm – Starhaven Rounders
8:30pm – Aztlán
9:45pm – Supermassive Black Holes
Voltaire – Neighborhood Tourism & Development Fund Stage, 1617 Genessee St.
5:00pm – Sheppa + Ernst Melton
6:45pm – DJ Nana G
8:30pm – Girth Broke
11:00pm – Men of Men
Ox Cafe & Bakery – West Bottoms Whiskey VIP Venue, 1600 Genessee St.
7:00pm – Danielle Ate The Sandwich & Special Guests
9:15pm – The Swallowtails + Ernest Melton
11:36 – CMF Music from The Campground – KKFI 90.1 FM Stage, 1531 Genessee St.
- Danny McGaw – “Start Over”
from: “Start Over” – Single / Danny McGaw / July 25, 2024
[Manchester, England born Danny McGaw was a footballer, then a street musician, then a bar musician, and then a husband and father living in Lawrence, Kansas, where he released one of our favorite recordings of 2012 called, “Eccles Road.” After that he formed the band, Welles The Traveler with Jason Jones, Dan Hines, Chad Brothers, and Mike West, who produced the group’s debut recording. Eventually Danny and family relocated to California. He has made over 10 records in 25 years and records his songs in his home studio.]
[Danny McGaw plays the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, August 24, at 4:45pm, on the The Campground – KKFI 90.1 FM Stage, 1531 Genessee St. with: Jelly Rose, Zee Underscore, Starhaven Rounders, Aztlán, and Supermassive Black Holes.]
- Zee Underscore – “Easily”
from: The Zee Underscore Experience – EP / Underscore Form / June 15, 2024
[Zee Underscore studied at The School for Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA) in Cincinnati, Ohio, where her confidence and talent flourished, sparking a deep passion for music creation and supporting artists of diverse backgrounds. Zee completed a five-year electrical engineering program at The University of Cincinnati, and her work in electrical engineering led her to Kansas City. Zee is co-founder of ZNTL Enterprises. Zee embodies the spirit of dreaming without limits, juggling roles as a singer, songwriter, recording artist, emcee, event coordinator, entrepreneur, and mentor while also working full time as an electrical engineer. Last year Zee Underscore released one of our favorite singles, “In The Way (feat. Amadi Luv)”. More info at: http://www.linktr.ee/Zeebee.notes%5D
[Zee Underscore plays the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, August 24, at 6:00pm, on the The Campground – KKFI 90.1 FM Stage, 1531 Genessee St. with: Jelly Rose, Danny McGaw, Starhaven Rounders, Aztlán, Supermassive Black Holes.]
- Supermassive Black Holes – “Weatherby Lake”
from: Stop Safely Now / Supermassive Black Holes / October 27, 2023
[The album was recorded, engineered, mixed & mastered by Duane Trower at Weights & Measures Soundlab. Supermassive Black Holes are: Alexis Barclay on bass guitar & vocals; John Johnson on electric & acoustic guitar, synthesizer, kazoo & vocals; Matt Davis on drums, piano & vocals; and Chad Brothers on electric & acoustic guitar & vocals. Song written by Chad Brothers. Supermassive Black Holes were formed in 2010 during the legendary Monday jam nights at Crosstown Station. Supermassive Black Holes are a genre-bending psychedelic rock band from Kansas City known for their mesmerizing live performances. Fresh off the release of their new album “Stop Safely Now”, these musical stalwarts are eager to share their latest songs and sounds with lovers of psychedelic and progressive rock music. Their unique chemistry, honed over 13 years of collaboration, pushes the boundaries of sonic expression, creating a listening experience that captivates audiences. They’ve been described as a stoner rock lounge act or punk rock jam band. Their musical style is rich with electric guitar, rock-steady bass and powerful drums, and draws comparisons to bands like My Morning Jacket, Ween, Guided by Voices, and The Stone Roses.]
[Supermassive Black Holes play the 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, August 24, at 9:45pm, on the The Campground – KKFI 90.1 FM Stage, 1531 Genessee St. with: Jelly Rose, Danny McGaw, Starhaven Rounders, Zee Underscore, and Aztlán.]
11:49 – More Interview with Bill Sundahl
Welcome back to Wednesday MidDay Medley. Joining us for the entire show is our guest co-host Bill Sundahl, the founder of Crossroads Music Festival who has been coming on this radio program for 19 years now sharing information about the music and venues and collaborations associated with CMF.
Bill Sundahl Sundahl founded the Crossroads Music Fest in 2005. For over eight years at Bill worked here at KKFI 90.1 FM serving as our Development Director.
For last 11 years Bill has played bass and provided vocals for the Kansas City Super Group, The Starhaven Rounders.
Bill Sundahl thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley
CMF IS A FUNDRAISER FOR 90.1FM KKFI – KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY RADIO
Presented by Community Lending of America, Inc. The 20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest is this Saturday, August 24 – 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM. This long-running festival showcases Diverse Music on 6 Stages, with 30+ Bands, in The Historic West Bottoms. More info or for advance tickets: http://www.cmfkc.com
Six Stages in the Historic West Bottoms:
Lemonade Park – Community Lending of America – Main Stage, 1628 Wyoming St.
The Livestock Exchange – From The Earth / Illicit Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
Stockyards Brewing – Stockyards Brewing Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
The Campground – KKFI 90.1 FM Stage, 1531 Genessee St.
Voltaire – Neighborhood Tourism & Development Fund Stage, 1617 Genessee St.
Ox Cafe & Bakery – West Bottoms Whiskey VIP Stage, 1600 Genessee St.
Featuring: The Freedom Affair • Shy Boys • The Salvation Choir • Back Alley Brass Band • Starhaven Rounders • Flare Tha Rebel • Aztlán • Danny McGaw • Flight Attendant • Keo & Them • Sheppa + Ernest Melton • Danielle Ate the Sandwich • Jamogi • Rachel Maxann • Howard Mahan & Friends • Zee Underscore • The Swallowtails • Men of Men • Les Izmore & The GOATS • Western Cuts • Supermassive Black Holes • Beth Watts Nelson • DJ Nana G • The Canterberries • Jelly Rose • Windler • Rural Grit All Stars • Agga Dagga • Girth Broke • Talking Backwards • Art As Mentorship presents the Rebel Song Academy+ Also featuring Drumlines & Drill Teams: KC Marching Falcons • KC Marching Cobras & Performing Arts Team • Pythons Drill Team
CMF DAY TWO – Sunday, August 25, The Folly Theater
This year, the Crossroads Music Fest are thrilled to add a second day at the iconic Folly Theater honoring the 25th anniversary of Grand Marquis. The band will celebrate their eras from over the last two and a half decades.
Past members will join the band along with performances from the current bands they are making art with today. Joining the Grand Marquis on stage are: Slim Hanson & the Poor Choices, Sammy Nicolier, Victor & Penny, Damien Gunn Band, and Trevor Turla.
If you want reserved seating for CMF Day Two at the Folly Theater please visit: http://www.follytheater.org
2024 CMF ADVANCE TICKETS WILL BE FOR SALE ONLINE ONLY http://www.cmfkc.com
GA Saturday – $30.00+$3.85 Fee
Sales end on Aug 23, 2024
General admission wristband to 5 stages on Saturday. 3pm-Midnight. Lemonade Park, Stockyards Brewing, Livestock Exchange Lot, The Campground, Voltaire
VIP Saturday – $75.00+$6.88 Fee
Sales end on Aug 23, 2024
VIP wristband to 6 stages on Saturday. In addition to GA Venues it includes the VIP Venue at Ox Cafe includes unique artist performances, complimentary Cupini’s food
GA Sunday – $20.00+$3.18 Fee
Sales end on Aug 24, 2024
Day Two – General admission Folly Theater on Sunday 3pm-6pm. Grand Marquis 25th Anniversary Celebration. ***The Sunday GA ticket will be the best available…
GA Two Day (Sat. & Sun) – $45.00+$4.87 Fee
Sales end on Aug 23, 2024
General admission wristband to 5 stages on Saturday and Folly Theater on Sunday. Sat. Noon-Midnight. 30+ Bands on 5 Stages Lemonade Park, Stockyards Brewi…
VIP Two Day (Sat. & Sun.) – $90.00+$7.88 Fee
Sales end on Aug 23, 2024
VIP wristband to 6 stages on Saturday(Noon-Midnight) and GA ticket for Sunday (3-6pm) at Folly Theater. In addition to GA Venues it includes the VIP Venue at Ox Cafe includes unique artist performances, complimentary Cupini’s Catering and complimentary beverages from 6pm to 11pm. Sat. GA venues are Lemonade Park, Stockyards Brewing, Livestock Exchange Lot, The Campground, Voltaire. Sun. venue is Folly Theater. The Sunday GA ticket will be the best available seating for you or your group If you want reserved seating at Folly Theater then you need to buy tickets directly at follytheater.org for Sunday show. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Join KKFI in celebrating two decades of the Crossroads Music Festival (CMF) as it returns to the Historic West Bottoms on August 24! This milestone event promises to be a vibrant showcase of local culture and community spirit, with an array of venues, including Lemonade Park, Voltaire, Stockyards Brewing, The Campground, and The Livestock Exchange, as well as a special VIP stage at the Ox Cafe and Bakery. This year, we are thrilled to announce the addition of a second day at the iconic Folly Theater, honoring the 25th anniversary of the beloved Grand Marquis.
Sponsors: Community Lending of America + 90.1 FM KKFI + Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund + Missouri Arts Council + Stockyards Brewing Co. + From The earth Dispensaries + illicit + Eest Bottoms Whiskey + The Strawberry Swing + Kissick Construction + Midwest Music Foundation + Historic West Bottoms + North Kansas City Beverage Co. + The Kansas City Beacon + 90.9 KTBG – The Bridge + KC.org and Cupini’s
20th Annual Crossroads Music Fest presented by Community Lending of America Benefiting 90.1 FM KKFI – Kansas City Community Radio
Saturday, August 24 – West Bottoms – Stockyards District
Free Day Party – Lemonade Park Community Lending of America – Main Stage
12:00 Noon – Talking Backwards
1:00pm – Arts As Mentorship – The Rebel Song Academy
2:00pm – Agga Bagga
Saturday, August 24 – West Bottoms – Stockyards District
Lemonade Park – Community Lending of America – Main Stage 4:30pm – Windler
5:45pm – Salvation Choir
6:30pm – Pythons Drill Team
7:00pm – Flare Tha Rebel
8:30pm – The Freedom Affair
10:00pm – Shy Boys
Livestock Exchange – From The Earth / Illicit Stage
3:00pm – Western Cuts
4:15pm – Jamogi
5:30pm – Rachel Maxann
6:30pm – KC Marching Falcons
6:45pm – Keo and Them
7:45pm – KC Marching Cobras
8:00pm – Back Alley Brass Band
9:15pm – Flight Attendant
Stockyards – Stockyards Brewing Stage
3:00pm – Howard Mahan & Friends
4:00pm – The Canterberries
5:00pm – Danielle Ate The Sandwich
6:00pm – The Swallowtails
7:00pm – Beth Watts Nelson
8:00pm – Rural Grit All Stars
9:00pm – Les Izmore & The Goats
The Campground – KKFI 90.1 FM Stage
3:30pm – Jelly Rose
4:45pm – Danny McGaw
6:00pm – Zee Underscore
7:15pm – Starhaven Rounders
8:30pm – Aztlán
9:45pm – Supermassive Black Holes
Voltaire – Neighborhood Tourism & Development Fund Stage
5:00pm – Sheppa + Ernst Melton
6:45pm – DJ Nana G
8:30pm – Girth Broke
11:00pm – Men of Men
Ox Cafe & Bakery – West Bottoms Whiskey VIP Venue
7:00pm – Danielle Ate The Sandwich & Special Guests
9:15pm – The Swallowtails + Ernest Melton
Sunday, August 25, 2024 – Folly Theater – Downtown KC
Grand Marquis 25th Anniversary Celebration!
with Special Guests:
Slim Hanson & The Poor Choices
Sammy Nicolier
Victor & Penny
Damien Gunn Band
Trevor Turla
The Freedom Affair • Shy Boys • The Salvation Choir • Back Alley Brass Band • Starhaven Rounders • Flare Tha Rebel • Aztlán • Danny McGaw • Flight Attendant • Keo and Them • Sheppa + Ernest Melton • Danielle Ate the Sandwich • Jamogi • Rachel Maxann • Howard Mahan & Friends • Zee Underscore • The Swallowtails • Men of Men • Les Izmore & The GOATS • Western Cuts • Supermassive Black Holes • Beth Watts Nelson • DJ Nana G • The Canterberries • Jelly Rose • Windler • Rural Grit All Stars • Agga Dagga • Girth Broke • Talking Backwards • Art As Mentorship presents the Rebel Song Academy
Featured Drumlines & Drill Teams: KC Marching Falcons • KC Marching Cobras & Performing Arts Team • Pythons Drill Team
Join KKFI in celebrating two decades of the Crossroads Music Festival (CMF) as it returns to the Historic West Bottoms on August 24! This milestone event promises to be a vibrant showcase of local culture and community spirit, with an array of venues, including Lemonade Park, Voltaire, Stockyards Brewing, The Campground, and The Livestock Exchange, as well as a special VIP stage at the Ox Cafe and Bakery. This year, we are thrilled to announce the addition of a second day at the iconic Folly Theater, honoring the 25th anniversary of the beloved Grand Marquis.
The gates to Lemonade Park open at noon with a free day party presented by Community Lending of America featuring music and Strawberry Swing artisans.
The ticketed festival begins at 3:00pm Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the gates of Lemonade Park. (Quick tip: prices go up at the gate.)
We encourage you to join us in this celebration of local talent and community as we uplift underrepresented voices and create unforgettable memories together. Let’s come together to make this festival a true reflection of Kansas City’s rich musical landscape!
Bill Sundahl thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley
11:54
- Trevor Turla – “Nuggets”
from: “Nuggets” – Single / Trevor Turla / November 24, 2023
[Trevor Turla released the single “Walk With Love”” on August 26, 2022, recorded with Joel Nanos at Element Recording Studios. Trevor Turla released his debut EP AND WE CONTINUE on April 21, 2022.. Trevor Turla composed all of the music on this EP that included Trevor Turla on trombone, Daniel Dissmore on trumpet, Aryana Nemati on saxophone, Fritz Hutchison on guitar & banjo, Miki P on guitar & vocals, John O’Keefe on bass, Nik Douglas on drums, Carmen Dieker on fiddle, Jake Keegan on dobro, and Chris Hazelton on organ. “Let Go” was the second single released on February 17, 2022. We first played Trevor Turla on WMM on July 29, 2020. His track “Busted” was released on a compilation titled KANSAS CITY SYZYGY that featured over 25 Kansas City-based musicians who came together to create a compilation of music created during the shutdown of the world in the Spring of 2020. // Originally from Wichita, Kansas, Trevor Turla is now lives in Kansas City. Trevor defines himself as a musician. He started playing his first instrument, the bagpipes, at the age of 8 and hasn’t stopped the pursuit of music since. He received his Bachelor’s in Jazz Studies for trombone from the UMKC Conservatory of Music. Trevor now creates music full time by playing, recording, and holding clinics around the United States. Trevor plays & sings in numerous bands, including Jake Wells, Grand Marquis, Miki P, Fritz Hutchison, & LA Jones. He was also the founder, lead singer & trombonist for the band Sulu Moon. Info at http://www.trevorturla.com.]
[Trevor Turla plays The Folly Theater, 300 W 12th St. Sunday, Aug 24, 3:00pm to 6:00pm. As part of The Crossroads Music Fest honoring the 25th anniversary of Grand Marquis with Slim Hanson & the Poor Choices, Sammy Nicolier, Victor & Penny, and Damien Gunn Band. Info at: http://www.follytheater.org]
- Noel Coward – “The Party’s Over Now”
from: Noel Coward in New York / drg / 2003 [orig. 1957]
Next week on Next week on Wednesday, August 28 we welcome KC musician singer songwriter Lonnie Fisher, recording artist performer Lava Dreams, and musician Nick Carswell share details about the 11th Annual Mixmaster Music Conference presented by the Lawrence Music Alliance September 6 and 7.
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Wednesday MidDay Medley 