#1008 – August 23, 2023 Playlist | Wednesday MidDay Medley

Wednesday MidDay Medley
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90.1 FM KKFI – Kansas City Community Radio
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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Mireya Ramos & Trevor Turla & Bill Sundahl of the Crossroads Music Fest

“It’s Showtime Folks”
from: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack to All That Jazz / 1980
[WMM’s theme song]

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 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 10 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 serves as vice president of corporate partnerships at The Beacon. The Kansas City Beacon is a non-profit online news outlet covering Kansas City local news focused on in-depth journalism in the public interest.

Bill Sundahl thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley

The Kansas City Beacon is a non-profit online news outlet covering Kansas City local news focused on in-depth journalism in the public interest. It launched in March 2020. It is part of The Beacon, a regional nonprofit news network serving Kansas and Missouri that was founded by Kelsey Ryan, who served as the Beacon’s first publisher.

Beacon stories are revelatory, contextual, data-driven and solutions-driven, with a focus on Kansas City local news. Our reporting centers around issues in health care, education, economics, environment and civic engagement.

Mission: To spur reforms in the public interest by shining light on wrongdoings and abuse by government, businesses and other powerful institutions through in-depth, solutions-driven journalism.

CMF IS A FUNDRAISER FOR 90.1FM KKFI – KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY RADIO

Presented by Community Lending of America, Inc. The 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest is this Saturday, August 26 – 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM. This longrunning festival showcases Diverse Music on 6 Stages, with 25+ Bands, in The Historic West Bottoms. More info or for advance tickets: http://www.cmfkc.com

Six Stages in the Historic West Bottoms:

Union Avenue Stage, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (Outdoor, on street in front of The Ship)
All Else The Sea (at The Ship), 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (Indoor Stage)
The Ship, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (Indoor Stage)
The Black Box, 1060 Union Ave, KCMO (Indoor Stage)
The Black Box, 1060 Union Ave, KCMO (Outdoor Stage)
Somera Road, 1215 Union Avenue, KCMO (VIP Stage)

Featuring: Mireya Ramos + KC Latin Jazz Orchestra + Jass & The Boys + Black Light Animals + Julia Othmer + Heidi Lynne Gluck + Trevor Turla + Memphissippi + Men of Men + Carswell & Hope + Rural Grit All Stars + Zee Underscore & Noye + David Luther + Elizabeth Moen + Jamogi + WAP Gang + Whitney Payne Quartet + Jay Welch + The Chunk + Impossible Objects w/ special guests Camry Ivory, Emily Milner, Matt Brahl & Chase Horseman + DJ Joe McGuire + Rebel Song Academy + Art as Mentorship Students

The Black Box, 1060 Union Ave, KCMO (Outdoor Stage)
Sponsored by Stockyards Brewing Company

6:00 to 6:45 PM – Whitney Payne Quartet
7:30 to 8:15 PM – Rebel Song Academy
9:00 to 9:45 PM – Memphissippi Sounds
10:30 to 11:30 PM – Heidi Lynne Gluck

Memphissippi Sounds – “Crossroads”
from: Welcome to the Land / Memphissippi Sounds / September 20, 2021
[Memphissippi Sounds are Cameron Kimbrough on vocals, guitar, & percussion, and The Legendary Yella P on vocals, guitar, and blues harp. One fateful summer night in a club on Beale Street, the paths of two uniquely gifted musicians aligned. Cameron Kimbrough (grandson of Junior Kimbrough and native of the famed Mississippi hill country) brought his raw, stripped-down rhythms from the open air of Potts Camp, MS, to the crowded room. As the audience took in Kimbrough’s drum beats, another powerful and mesmerizing voice emerged – the sound of Damion “Yella P” Pearson’s harmonica. // An instant connection grew from this chance encounter, and Cam and Yella teamed up to form Memphissippi Sounds. Kimbrough had grown up hearing the blues at his grandfather’s juke joint, and he later taught himself to play. Yella P was also self-taught on the harmonica. He bought his first blues harp at age 13, spending countless hours honing his style and listening to the blues on Beale Street. Memphissippi Sounds officially debuted their custom sound (a blend of North Mississippi hill country blues combined with Memphis blues, soul, and hip-hop) at the New Daisy Theatre while opening up for guitar legend Eric Gales. Since then, they’ve taken the Memphissippi sound on the road, playing everywhere from juke joints to major music festivals throughout the United States and abroad. In 2021, Memphissippi Sounds released their critically acclaimed debut album, Welcome to the Land, a project that charted internationally and also earned them their first Blues Awards nomination for Best Emerging Artist Album.]

[Memphissippi Sounds play the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, August 27, at 9:00 PM on the Stockyards Brewing Company Stage at The Black Box Theatre, 1060 Union Ave, KCMO (Outdoor Stage) one of 6 STAGES in the Historic West Bottoms with over 25 Bands. Info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

Heidi Lynne Gluck – “All I See Is Magic”
from: Migrate Or Die / Heidi Lynne Gluck / July 7, 2023
[Cowritten with Kenny Childers. Heidi Lynne Gluck released the singles: “All I See Is Magic” on May 25, 2023, “I’m Not Free” on June 2, 2023 and “Skyscraper” on June 7, 2023 Lawrence, Kansas based Heidi Lynne Gluck is a songwriter, singer and multi-instrumentalist originally from the middle of Canada. After transplant-ing herself from the plains of Manitoba to the midwestern United States, Heidi quickly became an in-demand player, performing on stage and in the studio both as a solo artist and with renowned musicians including Juliana Hatfield & Some Girls, Margot & The Nuclear So and Sos, Lily & Madeleine, The Pieces, The Only Children, and others. Heidi Lynne Gluck joined us live on WMM on June 8, and Aug. 24, 2016. Heidi Lynne Gluck released her critically acclaimed album, PONY SHOW through Lawrence based Lotuspool Records on Aug. 26, 2016. This was the follow-up to her critically acclaimed release THE ONLY GIRL IN THE ROOM, released April 28, 2015. Heidi Lynne Gluck released the 8th edition of the Too Much Rock, limited edition, 7” vinyl Single Series on Aug. 3, 2018, featuring her original song, “Party Line.” and the B-side, “Good Guys and Bad Guys” a new version of Camper Van Beethoven song. Heidi Lynne Gluck also plays with the band the Roseline and was a featured vocalist on “Beauty in the Distance” with Asterales. Heidi recently released two new singles with Tom Brosseau, “Sunflower” on Dec. 15, 2022, and “Under African Skies” on Feb. 17, 2023.]

[Heidi Lynne Gluck plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 27, at 10:30 PM on the Stockyards Brewing Company Stage at The Black Box Theatre, 1060 Union Ave, KCMO (Outdoor Stage) one of 6 STAGES in the Historic West Bottoms with over 25 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

10:17

CMF IS A FUNDRAISER FOR 90.1FM KKFI – KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY RADIO

Presented by Community Lending of America, Inc. The 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest is this Saturday, August 26 – 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM. This long running festival showcases Diverse Music on 6 Stages, with 25+ Bands, in The Historic West Bottoms. More info or for advance tickets: http://www.cmfkc.com

Six Stages in the Historic West Bottoms:

The Ship, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (Indoor Stage)
Sponsored by Kissick Construction

5:00 to 5:45 PM – WAP Gang
6:15 to 7:00 PM – Jamogi
7:30 to 8:15 PM – The Chunk
8:45 to 9:45 PM – Jay Welch
10:30 to 11:30 PM – Zee Underscore & Noye
12:00 to 1:00 AM – Men of Men

11:23 – Underwriting

Jamogi – “Star-Crossed Lover”
from: Star-Crossed Lover – EP / Jam Tunes / March 3, 2023
[Jamogi is also know as Byron Hyde a Kanas City based singer, songwriter, MC, producer, originally form Los Angeles, California. Since releasing this EP Jamogi 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 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 26, at 6:15 PM on the Kissick Construction Stage at The Ship, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (Indoor Stage) one of 6 STAGES in the Historic West Bottoms with over 25 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

The Chunk – “Gateway Drug”
from: The Chunk: Greatest Hits World Tour, vol. 1 / Skank Records / April 20, 2022
[The Chunk is a high energy punk rock power trio that is pioneering a genre they call “Chunk Rock”. With a mix of ska, punk, reggae, hard rock, and their signature chunk spice this new sound aims to hit hard and make you feel the groove. Bryan, Ollie, and Jansen first met in 2014 on the University of Kansas Drumline where they all picked up a heavily rhythmical influence and the same sense of rehearsal etiquette. It would only be years later in 2017 when they decided to get together in the basement of Bryan’s parents’ house to play some Sublime and Blink 182 covers and that’s where it all started. From there they built a library of classics and made themselves into the perfect band for your weekend house party and would go on to play many living rooms and basements. Their original music is made of aggressive riffs, fast tempos, and is designed to turn the vibe up to eleven. Electric performances paired with a bit of witty banter, The Chunk always puts on a good show. More info at: wwwchunkrock.com]

[The Chunk plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 26, at 7:30 PM on the Kissick Construction Stage at The Ship, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (Indoor Stage) one of 6 STAGES in the Historic West Bottoms with over 25 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

Zee Underscore – “In The Way (feat. Amadi Luv)”
from: “In The Way (feat. Amadi Luv)” – Single / Underscore Form / July 12, 2023
[Zee Underscore is a Kansas City based singer, songwriter, electrical engineer, and co-founder @zntl_ent More information at: https://linktr.ee/Zeebee.notes%5D

[Zee Underscore & Noye play the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 26, at 10:30 PM on the Kissick Construction Stage at The Ship, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (Indoor Stage) one of 6 STAGES in the Historic West Bottoms with over 25 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 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest is this Saturday, August 26 – 1:00 PM to 1:00 AM. This longrunning festival showcases Diverse Music on 6 Stages, with 25+ Bands, in The Historic West Bottoms. More info or for advance tickets: http://www.cmfkc.com

Six Stages in the Historic West Bottoms:

The Black Box, 1060 Union Ave, KCMO (Indoor Stage)
Sponsored by Missouri Arts Council

6:45 to 7:30 PM – Impossible Objects (Nate Hofer & Krysztof Nemeth) w/
8:15 to 9:00 PM – Impossible Objects (Nate & Krysztof) w/
9:45 to 10:30 PM – Impossible Objects (Nate & Krysztof) w/

With special guests: Camry Ivory, Emily Milner, Matt Brahl & Chase Horseman

10:41

Chase The Horseman – “Disinformation Blues (Radio Edit)”
from: Disinformation Blues EP / Chase The Horseman / July 12, 2019
[Music & lyrics by Chase Horseman. Recorded & Mixed by Joel Nanos & Chase Horseman at Element Recording. Mastered by Joel Nanos. Drums by Ian Dobyns, bass by Skylar Cowdry, guitar/vocals/synthesizers by Chase Horseman. Chase The Horseman released the single “Poor Song” on February 4, 2020, and the single “U Martyr U” June 19, 2018, and the single “Modern Ruins” on Oct 4, 2018. Chase The Horseman film composer, band leader, multi-instrumentalist, audio engineer, & producer. They have composed music for over 40 films and as producer collaborated with Teri Quinn, Heidi Lynne Gluck, KD Kuro, Nan Turner, The Roseline. Recently Chase created the music for two feature-length episodes of the Blum House Films and Hulu original series, “Into the Dark.” On May 1 Chase released, a quarantine cover of “Midnight, The Stars and You” written by Harry M. Woods, Jimmy Campbell & Reg Connelly Stanley. The most famous version was recorded in 1934 by Ray Noble & his Orchestra with an uncredited Al Bowlly on vocals. This was used in the ballroom scene and closing of Stanley Kubrick’s 1980 horror film The Shining based on the novel by Stephen King. All of the profits of this single will be donated directly to service industry workers in Kansas City and Midwest Music Foundation on a 50/50 basis. http://www.chasethehorseman.bandcamp.com]

[Chase the Horseman plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 26, on the Missouri Arts Council stage at The Black Box Theatre, 1060 Union Ave, KCMO (Indoor Stage) one of 6 STAGES in the Historic West Bottoms with over 25 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

10:44

CMF IS A FUNDRAISER FOR 90.1FM KKFI – KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY RADIO

Presented by Community Lending of America, Inc. The 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest is this Saturday, August 26 – 1:00 PM to 1:00 AM. This longrunning festival showcases Diverse Music on 6 Stages, with 25+ Bands, in The Historic West Bottoms. More info or for advance tickets: http://www.cmfkc.com

Six Stages in the Historic West Bottoms:

Union Avenue Stage, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (Outdoor, on street in front of The Ship)
Sponsored by Community Lending America

5:00 to 6:00 PM – Black Light Animals
7:00 to 8:00 PM – Jass & The Boys
9:00 to 10:00 PM – Mireya Ramos
11:00 to 12:00 AM – Kansas City Latin Jazz Orchestra

10:50

Black Light Animals – “Persephone”
from: Persephone – Single / Groove King Records / September 23, 2022
[Persephone” is the latest release from the psychedelic soul group, Black Light Animals, comprised of members of the soul powerhouse, The Freedom Affair. Written and produced by Black Light Animals. Alex Hartmann on drums & percussion, Branden Moser on bass & background vocal, Cody Calhoun on lead electric guitar & background vocals, Colby Bales on lead & background vocals, & acoustic guitar, with Alyssa Bell on viola, Matt Bennett on violin, and Sascha Groschang on cello. String Arrangement by Alyssa Bell and Colby Bales. Mixed and Engineered by Cole Bales. Album Artwork by Sean at Pariah in the Sky. Video Directed by Dave BrickThe track is modeled after the sweeping, orchestral arrangements akin to the likes of Nancy Sinatra & Lee Hazelwood as well as David Axelrod. And in the tradition of Dolly Parton’s “Jolene,” the song tells the story of the narrator’s plea to a mysterious woman to not steal her lover’s heart. This new single follows the release of Black Light Animals’ full length debut album, Playboys of The Western World released on Groove King Records on July 3, 2020. Black Light Animals played a special Vinyl Release Show at Lemonade Park, Saturday, August 21, with The Freedom Affair. Formed from the ashes of their last band, Instant Karma the new record contains lush pop vocals crooned over spaghetti western riffs, psychedelic synth, and hip hop drums. Playboys of the Western World is a sprawling, decadent examination of what it means to be a human being through the lens of horror movie organs, spaghetti western guitars, hip hop grooves, psychedelic sojourns, and ballads crooned to lovers in the night. More info at: http://www.blacklightanimalsband.bandcamp.com]

[The Black Light Animals plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 26, on the Missouri Arts Council stage at 5:00 PM on the Community Lending of America sponsored Union Avenue Stage, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (Outdoor, on street in front of The Ship) one of 6 STAGES in the Historic West Bottoms with over 25 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

Jass – “Lifetime”
from: “Lifetime” – Single / JASS / January 6, 2023
[Jass is Jasmine “Jass” Couch. Jass and The Boys released the single “Love U Like I Love U” on December 2, 2022. Jass released the EP, OFF KEY: TOO HIGH on September 23, 2022. Jass released the single “Higher Ground” on August 16, 2022. It was #1 on WMM’s 50 Favorite Singles of 2022. Jass released her single, “Him” on February 23, 2022. Jass released At the Close of a Decade on November 26, 2022. It was part of WMM’s 121 Best Recordings of 2021. She wrote, “After years of writing and recording in voice memos .. I decided to grab my iPad and began recording something that I am very proud of. I named it, At the Close of A Decade, and released it in November 2019. With my iPhone/iPad, some apple headphones, I created this project. The amazing people around me told me it was worth it, even when I didn’t believe it myself. I convinced myself I would be the only one that liked my songs. If you decide to listen you’ll hear sound clips of shows and movies that made a difference in the way I saw the world, the way I saw myself, and the way I overcame my experiences. I remember asking my grandma and my son if I should release what I’ve been writing and they both said very simply to do it, so I’ve done it. I want to thank all of my wonderful friends who have been my soundboards during this process, all of the people that have asked me when it’s coming, the people that have kept me accountable, and believed that this time it was for real. My story is so very triumphant and beautiful because I have overcome experiences and shunned the fear I had to do what I love. It’s crazy how you can talk your way out of some amazing things and also how you can talk yourself into making some amazing things happen. If you partake, I hope you enjoy.” // Jass has opened for Thundercat sat GRINDERS, headlined a show at The Bottleneck in Lawrence with my boys! (Colby Bales and Brande Moser), and she opened up for The New Respects at The Uptown, and sang the Negro National Anthem at BLAQUE to School Night at the KC Monarchs game.More info at: http://www.jassrcouch.com] [Jass played Manor Fest 5 in Kansas City on Thur, May 25, at 7:00 PM at Big Mood, 2020 Baltimore, KCMO – East Crossroads with Dalima Kapten, and The Swallowtails.] [Jass played live on WMM on June 21 for Make Music Day!]

[Jass & The Boys plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 26, on the Missouri Arts Council stage at 7:00 PM on the Community Lending of America sponsored Union Avenue Stage, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (Outdoor, on street in front of The Ship) one of 6 STAGES in the Historic West Bottoms with over 25 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

Jass & The Boys – “Gvn2u (feat. Jass & Black Light Animals)”
from: “Gvn2u(feat. Jass & Black Light Animals)”-Single / Groove King Records / July 14, 2023
[New single from Jass & The Boys follows their earlier single, “Love U Like I Love U (feat. Jass & Black Light Animals) “ released December 2, 2022 through Groocve King Records. “The Boys” are the members of Black Light Animals: Colby Bales, Branden Moser, & Cody Calhoun. Colby and Branden also are pare of the Freedom Affair. Jass is Jasmine “Jass” Couch released the EP OFFKEY: TOO HIGH on September 23, 2022. Jass released her single “Higher Ground” on August 16, 2022. It was WMM’s #1 Single in our 50 Favorite Singles of 2022. Jass released her single “Him” on February 23, 2022. Jass released AT THE CLOSE OF A DECADE on November 26, 2022. It was part of WMM’s 121 Best Recordings of 2021. She wrote, “After years of writing and recording in voice memos, I decided to grab my iPad and began recording something that I am very proud of, and named it, At the Close of A Decade, and released it in November 2019. With my iPhone/iPad, some apple headphones, I created this project. The amazing people around me told me it was worth it, even when I didn’t believe it myself. I convinced myself I would be the only one that liked my songs. If you decide to listen you’ll hear sound clips of shows and movies that made a difference in the way I saw the world, the way I saw myself, and the way I overcame my experiences. I remember asking my grandma and my son if I should release what I’ve been writing and they both said very simply to do it, so I’ve done it. I want to thank all of my wonderful friends who have been my soundboards during this process, all of the people that have asked me when it’s coming, the people that have kept me accountable, and believed that this time it was for real. My story is so very triumphant and beautiful because I have overcome experiences and shunned the fear I had to do what I love. It’s crazy how you can talk your way out of some amazing things and also how you can talk yourself into making some amazing things happen. If you partake, I hope you enjoy.” // Jass has played The Essence Festival, Apocalypse Meow, Manor Fest, Farmers Ball, KC Monarchs, recordBar, Bottleneck, Mutual Musicians Foundation, Grinders, Sofar Sounds, The Uptown Theatre . She has shared the stages with The New Respects, Thundercat, Old Sound, and many others. More info at: http://www.jassrcouch.com]

11:00 – Station ID

Mireya & The Poor Choices – “Regresa Ya”
from: “Regresa Ya” – Single / Mireya Ramos / July 28, 2023
[Latin-Grammy-winning, multiple Latin Grammy nominated and Grammy-nominated vocalist, violinist, Guitarron player, composer, producer, arranger and founder of Flor de Toloache – NY’s only all-women mariachi. She embodies all of her musical influences whether classical, mariachi, salsa, merengue or hip-hop, always creating a unique and refreshing sound. Her versatility, natural improvisational skills and beautiful tone has made her one of the top Latin artists in New York City and has landed her features on legendary albums by Latin Grammy Winner percussionist Luisito Quintero, Bobbito & Stretch, Len Smythe, Chicano Batman, Adrian Quesada (Black Pumas) and many more. As a big advocate of empowering the next generation and promoting the importance of representation, she has been an integral part of educational projects like México Beyond Mariachi, Lincoln Center, and Mariachi Academy NY. She continues to share her experience and knowledge through workshops, educational programs and performances. Apart from touring with her band, she is proudly involved in She is the Music, the Recording Academy as a serving governor of the NY Chapter, a SAG-Aftra member and promoting her debut solo album self titled “Mireya” which include collaborations with Flor de Toloache, Gaby Moreno, Haydée Milanés, Camilo Lara, Adrian Quesada, Velcro and the legendary Mike Garson. Originally for San Juan, Puerto Rico, Mireya Ramos, has an exciting new album coming out that was recorded here in Kansas City titled, Sin Fronteras, co-produced with Beau Bledsoe and the KC-based super-group, Slim Hanson and the Poor Choices. Sin Fronteras will be officially released on September 15, 2023.]

[Mireya Ramos plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 26, at 9:00 PM on the Community Lending of America sponsored Union Avenue Stage, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (Outdoor, on street in front of The Ship) one of 6 STAGES in the Historic West Bottoms with over 25 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

11:04 – Interview with Mireya Ramos & Trevor Turla

Latin-Grammy-winning, multiple Latin Grammy nominated and Grammy-nominated vocalist, violinist, Guitarron player, composer, producer, arranger and founder of Flor de Toloache – NY’s only all-women mariachi. She embodies all of her musical influences whether classical, mariachi, salsa, merengue or hip-hop, always creating a unique and refreshing sound. Her versatility, natural improvisational skills and beautiful tone has made her one of the top Latin artists in New York City and has landed her features on legendary albums by Latin Grammy Winner percussionist Luisito Quintero, Bobbito & Stretch, Len Smythe, Chicano Batman, Adrian Quesada (Black Pumas) and many more. As a big advocate of empowering the next generation and promoting the importance of representation, she has been an integral part of educational projects like México Beyond Mariachi, Lincoln Center, and Mariachi Academy NY. She continues to share her experience and knowledge through workshops, educational programs and performances. Apart from touring with her band, she is proudly involved in She is the Music, the Recording Academy as a serving governor of the NY Chapter, a SAG-Aftra member and promoting her debut solo album self titled “Mireya” which include collaborations with Flor de Toloache, Gaby Moreno, Haydée Milanés, Camilo Lara, Adrian Quesada, Velcro and the legendary Mike Garson.

Originally for San Juan, Puerto Rico, Mireya Ramos, has an exciting new album coming out that was recorded here in Kansas City titled, Sin Fronteras, co-produced with Beau Bledsoe and the KC-based super-group, Slim Hanson and the Poor Choices. Sin Fronteras will be officially released on September 15, 2023. Mireya Ramos plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, August 26, on Union Avenue Stage, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO.

Mireya Ramos Thank you for being with us on WMM.

Trevor Turla a multi-talented Kansas City based trombonist, singer, songwriter, bandleader and composer. Trevor Turla is the founder of the soul/rock band Sulu Moon and for 8 years was a member of the Grand Marquis blues ensemble, he has a new solo single called, “Walk With Love” to be released on August 26, 2023. Trevor Turla plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 26, at All Else The Sea (at The Ship), 1221 Union Ave, KCMO.

Trevor Turla, Thank you for being with us on WMM.

Also with us is 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 thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley

We last welcomed Mireya Ramos on the radio show on March 15, 2023 when she joined us to share details about Mireya Ramos Presents Ladies Rock! on Saturday, March 18, 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Charlotte Street, 3333 Wyoming, Kansas City Missouri.

Mireya Ramos, is founder of the Latin-Grammy winning, all-female mariachi group Flor de Toloache. Flor de Toloache is an all-female mariachi band based in NYC and founded by Mireya I. Ramos & Shae Fiol in 2008. // Flor de Toloache first began playing in the NYC subways where they were noticed by numerous media outlets including the New York Times. In 2014, they released their first album Mariachi Flor de Toloache and in 2016 they toured with The Arcs after having contributed to their album Yours, Dreamily. In 2017, they won a Latin Grammy for “Best Ranchero/Mariachi Album” for their second studio album Las Caras Lindas – a first-time win by women. “We wanted to do fusion because there was so much more that we can express musically, and we wanted to work with [producer] Rafa Sardina,” says Ramos. “We were really excited and also nervous. We didn’t know what to expect.” In 2019, they were nominated for a Grammy for “Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album” for their third studio album Indestructible, which was produced by Rafa Sardina and includes collaborations with notable artists including John Legend, Miguel, Camilo Lara, and Alex Cuba.

11:13

Mireya & The Poor Choices & Calvin Arsenia – “I Fall To Pieces”
from: “I Fall To Pieces” – Single / Mireya Ramos / August 22, 2023
[Latin-Grammy-winning, multiple Latin Grammy nominated and Grammy-nominated vocalist, violinist, Guitarron player, composer, producer, arranger and founder of Flor de Toloache – NY’s only all-women mariachi. She embodies all of her musical influences whether classical, mariachi, salsa, merengue or hip-hop, always creating a unique and refreshing sound. Her versatility, natural improvisational skills and beautiful tone has made her one of the top Latin artists in New York City and has landed her features on legendary albums by Latin Grammy Winner percussionist Luisito Quintero, Bobbito & Stretch, Len Smythe, Chicano Batman, Adrian Quesada (Black Pumas) and many more. As a big advocate of empowering the next generation and promoting the importance of representation, she has been an integral part of educational projects like México Beyond Mariachi, Lincoln Center, and Mariachi Academy NY. She continues to share her experience and knowledge through workshops, educational programs and performances. Apart from touring with her band, she is proudly involved in She is the Music, the Recording Academy as a serving governor of the NY Chapter, a SAG-Aftra member and promoting her debut solo album self titled “Mireya” which include collaborations with Flor de Toloache, Gaby Moreno, Haydée Milanés, Camilo Lara, Adrian Quesada, Velcro and the legendary Mike Garson. Originally for San Juan, Puerto Rico, Mireya Ramos, has an exciting new album coming out that was recorded here in Kansas City titled, Sin Fronteras, co-produced with Beau Bledsoe and the KC-based super-group, Slim Hanson and the Poor Choices. Sin Fronteras will be officially released on September 15, 2023.]

11:18 – More Interview with Mireya Ramos & Trevor Turla

We are talking with Latin-Grammy-winning, multiple Latin Grammy nominated and Grammy-nominated vocalist, violinist, Guitarron player, composer, producer, arranger and founder of Flor de Toloache – NY’s only all-women mariachi. Mireya Ramos

Mireya Ramos, has an exciting new album coming out that was recorded here in Kansas City titled, Sin Fronteras, co-produced with Beau Bledsoe and the KC-based super-group, Slim Hanson and the Poor Choices. Sin Fronteras will be officially released on September 15, 2023. Mireya Ramos plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, August 26, on Union Avenue Stage, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO.

Also with us is Trevor Turla a multi-talented Kansas City based trombonist, singer, songwriter, bandleader and composer. Trevor Turla is the founder of the soul/rock band Sulu Moon and a member of the Grand Marquis blues ensemble, he has a new solo single called, “Walk With Love” to be released on August 26, 2023. Trevor Turla plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 26, at All Else The Sea (at The Ship), 1221 Union Ave, KCMO.

Mireya Ramos and Trevor Turla, Thank you for being with us on WMM.

Also with us is 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 thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley

Mireya and Trevor and Bill are here to share all of the details about 19th Annual KKFI Crossroads Music Fest – Saturday, August 26th, 2023

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 the bagpipes, at 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 ha collaborated with” Kadesh Flow, Jake Wells, Grand Marquis, Miki P, Fritz Hutchison, LA Jones, and many more. He was also the founder, lead singer & trombonist for the band Sulu Moon. Info at http://www.trevorturla.com.]

Mireya Ramos and Trevor Turla, Thank you for being with us on WMM.

Mireya Ramos plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, August 26, on the Missouri Arts Council stage at 0:00 PM on the Community Lending of America sponsored Union Avenue Stage, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (Outdoor, on street in front of The Ship) one of 6 STAGES in the Historic West Bottoms with over 25 Bands. Info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

All Else The Sea (at The Ship), 1221 Union Ave, (Indoor Stage) Sponsored by Somera Road

6:00 to 7:00 PM – David Luther
8:00 to 9:00 PM – Julia Othmer
10:00 to 11:00 PM – Elizabeth Moen
12:00 to 1:15 AM – Trevor Turla

11:27

Trevor Turla – “Walk With Love”
from: “Walk With Love” – Single / Trevor Turla / August 26, 2022
[New Single 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 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, August 26, at 12:00 PM at All Else The Sea (at The Ship), 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (Indoor Stage) ]More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

11:30 – Underwriting

11:32 CMF IS A FUNDRAISER FOR 90.1FM KKFI – KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY RADIO

Six Stages in the Historic West Bottoms:

All Else The Sea (at The Ship), 1221 Union Ave, (Indoor Stage) Sponsored by Somera Road

6:00 to 7:00 PM – David Luther
8:00 to 9:00 PM – Julia Othmer
10:00 to 11:00 PM – Elizabeth Moen
12:00 to 1:15 AM – Trevor Turla

11:38

Elizabeth Moen – “Nobody Wants A Lonely Heart”
from: For Arthur EP / Elizabeth Moen / July, 28, 2023
[About Elizabeth’s new EP she writes, “Finding Arthur Russell’s music was a special moment in my life. Finding out he was also from a small town in Iowa was too. His work expanded over genres and he brought together so many people through his love of music and sound throughout his career. It was a joy to make these covers. I’m grateful for them and all the friends involved. We all love Arthur. Thank you to my grandfather, another dear Iowan, for painting the cover.” “This EP of covers is For Arthur. For my brother. For my friends. For queer artists. For queer people in Iowa. For queer people in red states or small towns who don’t feel like they can be themselves. For anyone who feels lonely or heartbroken. For anyone who loves Arthur. For anyone who happens to hear it. If you do, thanks for listening.” // Elizabeth Moen grew up in Vinton, IA and taught herself how to play guitar as a teenager. She moved to Iowa City, IA for college where she studied French and Spanish at the University of Iowa. She played her first open mic at The Mill at age 20 and wrote her first original song at age 21. Elizabeth is currently based in Chicago. // Moen self-released a self-titled EP in 2016, a debut LP That’s All I Wanted in 2017 and became a staple of the Iowa City music scene. Her sophomore album A Million Miles Away, released in 2018 drew praise from regional press as well as Paste Magazine. // In 2019, her recording of a new song “Headgear” for the Tiny Desk Contest drew praise from NPR Music. Listed as “one of the entries we can’t stop watching.” // Moen has recorded at Hyde Street Studios in San Francisco, Fame Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, Hellfire Studios in Dublin, Ireland and Flat Black Studios in Lone Tree, Iowa. (The tracks from these various recordings will all be featured on her upcoming album to be released in 2022. // Moen was accepted into the 2020 SXSW festival as an official showcase artist and featured in NPR Music’s Austin 100. Moen has also appeared in several festivals including Hinterland, Lollapalooza (official after show), Mission Creek, Mile of Music, 80/35, Lincoln Calling, and Knockan Stockan. She was also invited to perform at The Ruby Sessions in Dublin, Ireland. // Moen has toured throughout the United States and Europe and supported artists such as Lake Street Dive, Margaret Glaspy, Houndmouth Ani DiFranco, St Paul and the Broken Bones, Lucy Dacus, Esme Patterson, The Weepies, Buck Meek, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Birds of Chicago, Margaret Glaspy, William Elliott Whitmore, LP and Lissie. // In the 2020 Democratic primary, she supported Bernie Sanders and was invited to play several of the Senator’s rallies in Iowa. // Elizabeth has had several songs featured in television series and movies including the following: How it Ends, Candy Jar, Elsewhere, Roswell New Mexico (CW network), Tell Me a Story (CBS), and Shameless (Showtime). More info at http://www.elizabethmoen.com]

[Elizabeth Moen plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, Aug 26, at 10:00 PM at All Else The Sea (The Ship), 1221 Union Ave, (Indoor Stage) Sponsored by Somera Road. info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

David Luther – “With Us Love”
from: David Luther – EP / David Luther / March 4, 2021
[David’s first release in 2009 was a self titled EP produced by Nashville based Neilson Hubbard, featuring Garrison Starr. David released the single, “Home To Kansas City” on February 3, 2021 that was produced by David Goerge. David Luther released the 7-track album TAKE ME HOME on March 11, 2022, also produced by David George. Engineered by Pat Tomek at Largely Studios. Horns engineered by Duane Trower at Weights and Measures Soundlabs. Mastered by Duane Trower – Weights and Measures Soundlabs. Info at: http://www.thedavidluther.com]

[David Luther plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, Aug 26, at 9:00 PM at All Else The Sea (The Ship), 1221 Union Ave, (Indoor Stage) Sponsored by Somera Road. More at http://www.cmfkc.com]

Julia Othmer – “Black Boys on Mopeds”
from: SEEDS, Volume 2 (LIVE) / Frickin’ Awesome Records / March 20, 2021
[Written by John Fogerty. This is Julia’s 4th full length and contains 10 live songs selected from her 30-day Songs of September Project, where Julia performed live covers of her favorite songs of protest and hope, broadcast through streaming social platforms to inspire people to vote on November 3. Julia’s fans democratically selected their favorite tracks to be included on SEEDS. Julia Othmer released “Sound,” on April 12, 2019, her second album, that took 3 years to complete, and was produced with James Lundie, who also married Julia in January of 2016, during the completion of the record. Julia Othmer, is a graduate of Park Hill High School. She moved to Los Angeles in 2006 to record her 1st full-length album, “Oasis Motel.” In 2018 to 2019 Julia Othmer toured with and opened for The Alarm in US show and shows in the United Kingdom. When Julia Othmer is in Kansas City she plays with Johnny Hamil on bass, Chris Tady on guitar, John Floyd Whitaker on drums. More info at http://www.juliaothmer.com. Julia Othmer was our guest on WMM on September 1, 2021 and March 9, 2022. and May 18, 2022. // From Song Facts.com: Sinéad O’Connor wrote this song for her second album I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got. She makes her thoughts on England clear in this song, where she sings: “England’s not the mythical land of Madame George and roses, It’s the home of police who kill black boys on mopeds”. // Growing up in Ireland, she felt that England often acted as oppressor, both to Irish citizens and their own citizens of the lower classes, particularly Jamaican immigrants. Still, she ended up living in London as her music career took off, and that’s when she wrote this song. In her memoir Rememberings, she told the story: “‘Black Boys On Mopeds’ is based on a true story involving two young teenagers near where I lived in London. They had taken a cousin’s moped without asking permission; the cops were called and gave chase; the boys got frightened, crashed, and died. This was at a time when there was a terrible scandal in London about Black men going missing in police stations. It was a time in London also when if a burglar was apprehended, he was reported as a ‘Black burglar’ (or, alternatively, an ‘Irish burglar’). There was a lot of tension created between Londoners on the one hand and the Jamaicans and the Irish on the other.” // Karl Wallinger of World Party and The Waterboys worked on the song’s arrangement with O’Connor, who played acoustic guitar on the track.]

[Julia Othmer plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, Aug 26, at 8:00 PM at All Else The Sea (The Ship), 1221 Union Ave, (Indoor Stage) Sponsored by Somera Road. info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

11:48

CMF IS A FUNDRAISER FOR 90.1FM KKFI – KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY RADIO

Presented by Community Lending of America, Inc. The 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest is this Saturday, August 26 – 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM. This longrunning festival showcases Diverse Music on 6 Stages, with 25+ Bands, in The Historic West Bottoms. More info or for advance tickets: http://www.cmfkc.com

Six Stages in the Historic West Bottoms:

Featuring: Mireya Ramos + KC Latin Jazz Orchestra + Jass & The Boys + Black Light Animals + Julia Othmer + Heidi Lynne Gluck + Trevor Turla + Memphissippi + Men of Men + Carswell & Hope + Rural Grit All Stars + Zee Underscore & Noye + David Luther + Elizabeth Moen + Jamogi + WAP Gang + Whitney Payne Quartet + Jay Welch + The Chunk + Impossible Objects (w/ special guests Camry Ivory, Emily Milner, Matt Brahl & Chase Horseman) + DJ Joe McGuire + Rebel Song Academy Band + Art as Mentorship

2023 CMF ADVANCE TICKETS WILL BE FOR SALE ONLINE ONLY http://www.cmfkc.com

Festival Pass – 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM – Wrist band that gets you into 4 different venues with over 25 bands.

ADVANCE FESTIVAL PASS – $25.00 // AT GATE $30.00
ADVANCE VIP FESTIVAL PASS – $75.00 // AT GATE $90.00
Free Day Party in Union Ave. from 1:00 PM to – 4:00 PM
DAY OF FESTIVAL – TICKET BOOTHS & WILL CALL – Saturday, August 26. 5:00 PM to Midnight at Union Street Stage at 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (In front of The Ship)

Go to: http://www.cmfkc.com

12 & Under are FREE at All Stages, Must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian // The Ship is 21+ and minors are allowed accompanied by Parent or Guardian.

Sponsors: Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund, Missouri Arts Council, Seen Merch, No Vacancy. Kissick Construction, Stockyards Brewing Co., North Kansas City Beverage Co., Midwest Music Foundation, KC Heartland, The Kansas City Beacon, 90.9 KTBG – The Bridge, Silly Goose Records, The Wichita Beacon, Angela Believes, and KKFI 90.1FM

Noon – 5:00 PM – CMF Free Day Party – The Main Stage, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (in front of The Ship). FREE to All (thanks to Community Lending of America)

12:00 PM – Arts As Mentorship Students
12:45 PM – DJ Joe McGuire
1:00 PM – Rural Grit All Stars
2:30 PM – DJ Joe McGuire
3:00 PM – Carswell & Hope
4:00 PM – DJ Joe McGuire

THANK YOU to Bill Sundahl and all of the artists and volunteers who make the Crossroads Music Fest a reality!

11:54

Carswell & Hope – “Sign of the Times (Feat. Katlyn Conroy)”
from: Sign Of The Times / Silly Goose Records / August 30, 2022
[Sign of the Times, the first single and title track from the Carswell & Hope full length originally released as a single on June 12, 2022. Featuring Katlyn Conroy on vocals. Single available on Bandcamp, Soundcloud and streaming platforms from July 12th, 2022. Recorded and produced by Jason Slote and Nick Carswell. Mixed and mastered by Joel Nanos at Element Recording Studios. Lawrence KS based 5-piece band formed June 25, 2012. The band is: Nick Carswell, Jason Slote, Austin Quick, Chris Handley, and Jordan Tucker. Songwriter Nick Carswell is originally from Ireland and has found a new home on the plains of Kansas.Songwriter Nick Carswell is originally from Limerick, Ireland, Nick Carswell has been living in Lawrence, KS since 2011. He formed Carswell & Hope in late 2012. The band released their debut album in 2014, coinciding with a two week Irish tour. Nick also plays bass in the electro-pop band Pink Royal and is the force behind Silly Goose Records and the annual MixMaster music conference, now part of the Crossroads Music Festival. More info at: http://www.carswellandhope.bandcamp.com]

[Carswell & Hope plays the 19th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Sat, Aug 26, at 3:00 PM at – CMF Free Day Party – The Main Stage, 1221 Union Ave, KCMO (in front of The Ship). FREE to All (thanks to Community Lending of America) info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

Noel Coward – “The Party’s Over Now”
from: Noel Coward in New York / drg / 2003 [orig. 1957]

Next week on Wednesday, August 30 we welcome special guests Nicolette Paige Davis. At 11:00 Am we talk with Robert Bearce about Briar Fest 8 a two day family friendly Music Festival benefiting the Midwest Music Foundation, Synergy Services and North Kansas City Parks and Recreation. Located in beautiful Macken Park in North Kansas City, Missouri on Friday September 8th and Saturday, September 9th 2023. And at 11:30 AM Miki P joins us to share details about the new Swallowtails album THE WORLD IS STILL.

Our Script/Playlist is a “cut and paste” of information.
Sources for notes: artist’s websites, bios, wikipedia.org

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