Wednesday, September 4, 2019

Community Lending Acoustic Stage at Crossroads KC ALL AGES
417 E 18th St, Kansas City – Hosted by It’s A Beautiful Day
Rural Grit 10:40 – 11:00
Rural Grit 9:20 – 9:40
Rural Grit 8:00 – 8:20

10:13 – Community Lending of America Stage at Crossroads KC ALL AGES

Shy Boys live on stage at KC Crossroads for Crossroads Music Fest September 7, 2019 (photo by Mark Manning)

3. Shy Boys – “Dim The Light”
from: Dim The Light / Brick By Brick – Single / Polyvinyl Record Co. / February 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 with the Polyvinyl Record Co.]

[Shy Boys play Crossroads Music Fest, Sat., Sept 7, 9:40-10:40, Community Lending of America Stage, Crossroads KC, 417 E 18th, w/ Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear, Split Lip Rayfield, Freedom Affair]

The Freedom Affair live on stage at KC Crossroads for Crossroads Music Fest September 7, 2019 (photo by Mark Manning)

4. The Freedom Affair – “Rise Up”
from: Soul Slabs Vol. 2 / Colemine Records / April 13, 2019
[The Freedom Affair has been selected to be part of Colemine Records new 3xLP box set, “Soul Slabs Vol. 2” a Record Store Day Exclusive Release. The Freedom Affair is a new project of Chris Hazelton of SunFlower Soul Records and Chris Hazelton’s Boogaloo 7. The new band includes member of the Boogaloo 7 with members of Instant Karma and three of the KC area’s leading vocalists. The Freedom Affair is: Misha Roberts 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, and Brett Jackson on saxophone.]

[The Freedom Affair play CMF, Sat., Sept 7, 7:00 – 8:00, Community Lending of America Stage, Crossroads KC, 417 E 18th, w/ Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear, Split Lip Rayfield, Shy Boys]

Split Lip Rayfield live on stage at KC Crossroads for Crossroads Music Fest September 7, 2019 (photo by Mark Manning)

5. Split Lip Rayfield – “On My Way”
from: On My Way / Wayne Gottstine / January 7, 2017
[Formed in September 1995 by Wayne Gottstine, Eric Mardis, Jeff Eaton, and the late Kirk Rundstrom. The fire rages on as the band became a powerhouse trio showcasing the songwriting talents of mandolin player Wayne Gottstine and banjo player Eric Mardis, tied together by the harmony and deep-bass licks of Jeff Eaton. Often described as a mix of bluegrass and country with an accent of metal, no other band delivers the experience of the homemade gas-tank bass played by Jeff Eaton, sets the mandolin strings on fire like Wayne Gottstine, or makes the banjo sing like Eric Mardis. Together, they burn up speakers and stages alike providing an unforgettable experience. This is one trio not to miss! For more information about the new Split Lip Rayfield album, “I’ll Be Around,” or live shows, please visit their website at http://www.splitliprayfield.com.]

[Split Lip Rayfield play CMF, Sat., Sept 7, 8:20 – 9:20, Community Lending of America Stage, Crossroads KC, 417 E 18th, w/ Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear,The Freedom Affair, Shy Boys]

10:23 – Interview with Bill Sundahl

Today we’re featuring music from 15 bands participating in the 15th annual Crossroads Music Fest, on Saturday, September 7, featuring over 35 bands,, on 7 stages all within 3 blocks, in Kansas City’s Crossroads Arts & Music District.

For more information, or to get advance tickets, visit: http://www.cmfkc.com.

And with us for the entire show is our co-host Bill Sundahl, the founder of Crossroads Music Festival and 90.1 FM KKFI’s Development Director.

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 15th Annual KKFI Crossroads Music Fest showcases Diverse Music on 7 Stages, with 35+ Bands, in 3 Blocks, with drum lines & day parties. More info or for advance tickets: http://www.cmfkc.com

CMF Night Stages 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM

Kissick Construction Stage at The Brick – 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM 21+
1727 McGee St, Kansas City – Hosted by Chromatic Contact
The Creepy Jingles 1:00 – 2:00
Amy Farrand & The Like 11:30 – 12:30
My Brothers & Sisters 10:00 – 11:00
Nathan Corsi Band 8:30 – 9:30
Molly Gene & The Gasoline 7:15 – 8:00

10:28 – Kissick Construction Stage at The Brick – 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM 21+

The Creepy Jingles live on stage at The Brick for Crossroads Music Fest September 7, 2019 (photo by Mark Manning)

6. The Creepy Jingles – “Microchip On Your Shoulder”
from: The Creepy Jingles EP / High Dive Records / May 3, 2019
[Debut EP Release from The Creepy Jingles: Jocelyn Olivia Nixon on lead vocals, Rhythm Guitar, & Keyboards; Travis McKenzie on lead guitars, Nick Robertson on drums; and Adam York on bass. From His Dive Records website: “The brainchild of singer/ songwriter, Jocelyn Olivia Nixon acts to guide the listener thru a self-actualized Mono-myth of forging identity thru Bizarre arcane cosmic poetry coupled with the wordplay of a wry smile and eccentric wit. Drummer Nick Robertson charges the group forward with a fiery fueled obsidian backbeat. Adam York delivers pulsing Bass lines that the compliment the songs and his partner in the rhythm section. Rounding out the band is Guitarist Travis McKenzie who generously spins a holographic spectrum of color that lift the catchy Brit pop melodies that effortlessly dance about the rapidly changing landscapes of New York Garage Rock and 60s/70s folk music. Beware The Creepy Jingles, their siren call is coming from inside the house.”]

[The Creepy Jingles play Crossroads Music Fest, Sat., Sept 7, 1:00 – 2:00, Kissick Construction Stage at The Brick 1727 McGee St, Kansas City, w/ Amy Farrand & The Like, My Brothers & Sisters, Nathan Corsi Band, Molly Gene & The Gasoline.]

7. Amy Farrand & The Like – “Sweet Thing”
from: One / Amy Farrand / April 28, 2018
[Amy Farrand & The Like are Amy Farrand on lead vocals & guitar, Steve Tubbert on bass, Felix Dukes on drums, Kyle Dahlquist on keyboards & backing vocals, Stephan Jean-Francois on trumpet, and Katie Gilchrist on backing vocals. 11-song debut album was recorded with Duane Trower at Weights & Measures Soundlab. Amy Farrand plays over a dozen intruments, bass, drums, lap steel, guitar, she has hosted variety shows, and radio shows and has been a a member of the bands: American Catastrophe, Experimental Instrument Orchestra, Shotgun Idols, Sister Mary Rotten Crotch, Atlantic Fadeout, The Silver Maggies. One reviewer wrote of her, “Amy Farrand is a tough-as-nails vocalist making her an invaluable asset to any live act.”]

[Amy Farrand & The Like play Crossroads Music Fest, Sat., Sept 7, 11:30 – 12:30, Kissick Construction Stage at The Brick 1727 McGee St, Kansas City, w/ The Creepy Jingles, My Brothers & Sisters, Nathan Corsi Band, Molly Gene & The Gasoline.]

10:33 – Underwriting

Today we’re featuring music from 15 bands participating in the 15th annual Crossroads Music Fest, on Saturday, September 7, featuring over 35 bands,, on 7 stages all within 3 blocks, in Kansas City’s Crossroads Arts & Music District.

For more information, or to get advance tickets, visit: http://www.cmfkc.com.

And with us for the entire show is our co-host Bill Sundahl, the founder of Crossroads Music Festival and 90.1 FM KKFI’s Development Director.

Bill Sundahl thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley

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

CMF Night Stages 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM

Josey Records Stage at Josey Records – 7:00 PM to Midnight ALL AGES
1814 Oak St, Kansas City – Hosted by Community Radio KZUM, KKFI, KJHK, KOPN
Hannah Norris & The Band 11:00 – 12:00
The Fey 9:40 – 10:40
Violet & The Undercurrents 8:20 – 9:20
Fred Wickham & the Hadacol Caravan 7:00 – 8:00

10:41 – Josey Records Stage at Josey Records – 7:00 PM to Midnight ALL AGES

8. Violet and The Undercurrents – “Never Meant To Let You Down”
from: “The Captain / Violet Vonder Haar Music / March 1, 2019
[Columbia, Missouri based 4-piece band made up of Violet Vonder Haar on lead vocals & guitar; Linda Bott on bass guitar; Phylshawn Johnson on drums, and Lizzy Weiland on lead guitar. The quartet is anchored by the intrepid songwriting of Violet Vonder Haar and enriched by the creative energy of her musical counterparts. Raised in a small town at the edge of the Missouri River and nurtured by a thriving folk music-centered community, Vonder Haar started honing her craft as a songwriter, performer and vocalist at an early age. She was inspired by her father, a riverboat captain who introduced her to the music of folk legends and encouraged her journey as an artist. More information at: http://www.violetandtheundercurrents.com]

[Violet and the Undercurrents play Crossroads Music Fest, Sat., Sept 7, 8:20 – 9:20, Josey Records Stage, 1814 Oak St, w/ Hannah Norris & The Band, The Fey, Fred Wickham & the Hadacol Caravan]

9. The Fey – “Lost in My Head (Radio Edit)”
from: Lost in My Head – Single / The Record Machine / August 2, 2019
[New single and follow to the band’s July 13, 2018 EP Strawberry Lemonade. The Fey is a Rock/Soul sextet based in Lincoln, Nebraska. The band has created 3 EP’s under the alias “AZP”, but have recently made a name change to, The Fey. Charles Hull, Founder and Managing Director, Silver Street Records writes, The Fey is: Zach Watkins on lead/backup vocals, keys, percussion; Ishma Valenti on rap vocals; Trey Shotkoske on drums; Michael Rogers on guitars; John Fucinaro on bass, and Ludwing Siebenhor. Additional Backup vocals by Jasmin Ondap and Aly Millanes. Engineered and mixed by James Fleege at Silver Street. Mastered by Doug Van Sloun at Focus Mastering. Produced by Zach Watkins and James Fleege at Silver Street. Album art by Zach Watkins]

[The Fey play Crossroads Music Fest, Sat., Sept 7, 9:40 – 10:40, Josey Records Stage, 1814 Oak St, w/ Hannah Norris & The Band, Violet and the Undercurrents , Fred Wickham & the Hadacol Caravan]

10:49 – Interview with Bill Sundahl

Today we’re featuring music from 15 bands participating in the 15th annual Crossroads Music Fest, on Saturday, September 7, featuring over 35 bands,, on 7 stages all within 3 blocks, in Kansas City’s Crossroads Arts & Music District.

For more information, or to get advance tickets, visit: http://www.cmfkc.com.

And with us for the entire show is our co-host Bill Sundahl, the founder of Crossroads Music Festival and 90.1 FM KKFI’s Development Director.

Bill Sundahl thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley

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

CMF Night Stages 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM

Missouri Bank Stage at The Parlor – 7:00 PM to Midnight 18+
1707 Locust Street, Kansas City – Hosted by Found Sound KC
Miki P & The Swallowtails 11:00 – 12:00
Una Walkenhorst 9:30 – 10:30
Crystal Rose 8:00 – 8:45
Ensemble Iberica 7:00 – 7:45

10:54 – Missouri Bank Stage at The Parlor – 7:00 PM to Midnight 18+

10. Miki P – “I Get Lost”
from: Swallowtail – EP / Miki P/ September 1, 2018
[1st single of new EP from Miki P, with The swallowtails, a follow up to her debut full length album Dome of Swallows from last year. Labeled: “Introspective pop music with lyric-driven folk influences, mixed with collaborative energy & an odd pairing of instruments, Miki P locked in with the Swallowtails create a moment with music written and arranged from the heart.” 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. As a teen she played drums for various groups including the band American Slim. She wrote songs for their full-length album Irreplaceable released in 2017, followed by a single “Queen of Hearts” released April 11, 2018. She also plays ukulele & piano, teaching herself how to play both the instruments and using them frequently in all projects she is involved in. She was a featured vocalist with The Band That Fel to Earth – Bowie Tribute in January. She has played Boulevardia, Middle of the Map Fest, Royal’s Kaufman Stadium, recordBar, Uptown Theater, Arrowhead Stadium, Nelson Atkins Museum, the Crossroads Music Festival and the SXSW Music Fest.]

[Miki P & The Swallowtails play Crossroads Music Fest, Sat., Sept 7, 11:00 – 12:00 Missouri Bank Stage at The Parlor , 1707 Locust Street, Kansas City, w/Una Walkenhorst, Crystal Rose, Ensemble Iberica]

11. Crystal Rose – “Come Alive”
from: Come Alive – Single / Crystal Rose / May 6, 2016
[Debut single release from Kansas City based singer songwriter and UMKC journalism student Crystal Rose who plays live with Paige Turner on guitar, Peter Marten on guitar, and Robert Castillo on bass. ]

[Crystal Rose plays Crossroads Music Fest, Sat., Sept 7, 8:00 – 8:45 Missouri Bank Stage at The Parlor , 1707 Locust Street, Kansas City, w/Una Walkenhorst, Miki P & The Swallowtails, Ensemble Iberica.]

11:00 – Station ID

Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear live on stage at KC Crossroads for Crossroads Music Fest September 7, 2019 (photo by Mark Manning)

12. Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear – “Childhood Goodbye”
from: Radio Winners – EP / Glassnote Records / July 27. 2018
[Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear have garnered international acclaim, and new fans from all over the world. They signed with Glassnote Records and recorded their debut full length album in Nashville with acclaimed producer Jim Abiss. They performed their debut single “Silent Movies” on The Late Show with David Letterman, they’ve toured across the United States, and Europe, more than once. They were featured on CBS Sunday Morning, NBC’s The Today Show, and “Later With Jools Holland and played Bonnaroo, Pilgramage, and the Newport Folk Festival, and the Ryman Theatre, in Nashville. Ruth Ward has continually performed throughout her life, mostly in coffee shops and open mics, for over 30 years, even recording a solo record. In the midst of this she got married and became a mom, and was busy raising a family. Madisen Ward was born in Oklahoma, and grew up in the outskirts of Kansas City, Missouri. He graduated from William Chrisman High School in 2007. Madisen’s journey to become a musician, was “melodically passed down” through the songs of his mother, where Madisen grew up watching his mom perform at local coffee shops. Eventually he began to learn to play the guitar, and poured his talent for writing into the music to create original songs. They began playing Madisen’s original songs along with the occassional cover of a classic track, reinterpreted in their own incredibly beautiful performace of two voices and two guitars in harmony and orchestration. Their debut album, The Skeleton Crew, was released May 9, 2015 and was our most played record that year and was #1 on WMM’s The 115 Best Recordings of 2015.]

[Madisen Ward and The Mama Bear CMF, Sat., Sept 7, 11:00 – 12:00 Community Lending of America Stage, Crossroads KC, 417 E 18th, w/ Shy Boys, Split Lip Rayfield, Freedom Affair.]

Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear on the September 4m 2019 edition of Wednesday MidDay Medley on KKFI 90.1 FM.

11:03 – Interview with Madisen Ward and Ruth Whitlock Ward

Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear headline the 15th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, on the KC Crossroads Stage. Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear recorded their debut album, The Skeleton Crew in Nashville, on Glassnote Records, with acclaimed producer Jim Abiss. They performed their debut single “Silent Movies” on The Late Show with David Letterman. Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear have toured across the U.S., and Europe and were featured on CBS Sunday Morning, The Today Show, “Later With Jools Holland and have played Bonnaroo, Pilgramage, Newport Folk Festival, and Ryman Theatre.

Madisen Ward and Ruth Whitlock Ward thanks for being with us on WMM.
More info at: http://www.madisenwardandthemamabear.com

Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear consists of singer-songwriter and guitarist Madisen Ward and Guitarist and vocalist Ruth Ward. They are a modern soulful/folk music duo from Independence, Mo. The band’s debut album Skeleton Crew, produced by Jim Abbiss, known for his award-winning work with Arctic Monkeys and Adele, captures Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear in their most natural setting. The two tracked most of the tracks live, sitting across from one another in the recording studio. They didn’t use a click track. With help from a handful of session musicians, the two Wards captured the sound they’d been making since those coffeeshop days. The album was recorded in Nashville, Tennessee. The album reached number 50 on the UK Albums Chart on June 14, 2015.

The Skeleton Crew, was released May 19, 2015 and was our most played record on WMM that year and was #1 on WMM’s The 115 Best Recordings of 2015.

In 2015, The duo appeared on Late Show with David Letterman, Later… with Jools Holland, BBC Breakfast News, CBS News Sunday Morning, and Today (U.S. TV program). That same year, the band performed in the USA, Canada and Europe, including Bonnaroo Music Festival, Newport Folk Festival, Americana Music Festival & Conference.
They also supported The Tallest Man on Earth, Sufjan Stevens, Pixies, Rodrigo y Gabriela, and Old Crow Medicine Show.

On tour, their backing band consists of Brent Kastler (Bass), Tom Hudson (drums) and Bryce Veazey (Guitar).

Upcoming Shows

Sun, Oct 13, – Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear, Live at Levitt Shell, Memphis, TN

The duo released The Radio Winners (EP) in July 2018. They worked with Grammy-winner Nathan Chapman — a producer on Taylor Swift’s first five albums — and Ryan Hadlock, best known for his work with the Lumineers.

Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear have a New Song and New Video: “Started With a Family” – Published on Aug 6, 2019 – Shot at iconic Blackbird Studios in Nashville. Produced by Nathan Chapman.

This is the seventh time Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear have joined us live on WMM.

We first played Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear’s “Whole Lotta Problems” on May 8, 2013 from their self produced We Burned The Cane Field Down / Independent / October 6, 2012. Their debut EP was recorded in Kansas city’s Element Studios with recording by Joel Nanos who passed this release on to me back then and said he hadn’t ever heard anything quite like it.

Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear played live on our shows on July 10, 2013, November 20, 2013, July 9, 2014, September 24, 2014, and came back to see us on November 18, 2015, and September 20, 2017.

Ruth Ward said it was her brother who turned her onto Folk Music. Ruth Ward has continually performed throughout her life, mostly in coffee shops and open mics, for over 30 years, even recording a solo record.

In the midst of this she got married and became a mom, and was busy raising a family. Madisen Ward was born in Oklahoma, and grew up in the outskirts of Kansas City, Missouri. He graduated from William Chrisman High School in 2007.

Madisen grew up watching his mom perform at local coffee shops. Eventually he began to learn to play the guitar, and poured his talent for writing into the music to create original songs. They began playing Madisen’s original songs

In 2015 Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear signed to Glassnote Entertainment Group
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Mesfin Fekadu Review of “Radio Winners”

Mother-and-son duo Madisen Ward & the Mama Bear could have the album of the year

By Mesfin Fekadu | AP Music Writer Jul 31, 2018, 12:20pm CDT

Ruth Ward (left) and her son Madisen Ward of Madisen Ward & the Mama Bear performing at the Forecastle Music Festival in Louisville, Ky., in 2016. | AP
The idea of a mother-and-son musical duo is adorable enough. What’s even better with Madisen Ward & the Mama Bear’s “The Radio Winners” is that the music is good.

Really good. As in a contender for album of the year.

The new EP from the Kansas City duo of Ruth Ward and her son Madisen Ward is an exceptional six-song set of beautiful storytelling and piercing lyrics woven into folk, rock, roots and acoustic sounds.

They have been building buzz by performing at coffee shops, music festivals and concerts promoting their excellent 2015 debut album “Skeleton Crew.”

They’ve mastered harmonization, and the tunes are rich and relatable.

Madisen Ward’s vocals are striking and intense, with Ruth Ward coming in with ease and at the perfect moments, especially on “Hell and Back” and “Family Treason.”

They co-wrote each song, also working with Grammy-winner Nathan Chapman — a producer on Taylor Swift’s first five albums — and Ryan Hadlock, best known for his work with the Lumineers.

“The Radio Winners” by Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear. | Glassnote
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11:13

13. Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear – “Walk In the Park”
from: Radio Winners – EP / Glassnote Records / July 27. 2018

[Madisen Ward and The Mama Bear CMF, Sat., Sept 7, 11:00 – 12:00 Community Lending of America Stage, Crossroads KC, 417 E 18th, w/ Shy Boys, Split Lip Rayfield, Freedom Affair.]

11:17 – Interview with Madisen Ward and Ruth Whitlock Ward

Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear who headline the 15th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, on the KC Crossroads Stage. Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear recorded their debut album, The Skeleton Crew in Nashville, on Glassnote Records, with acclaimed producer Jim Abiss. Their EP Radio Winners was released in 2018.

Madisen Ward and Ruth Whitlock Ward thanks for being with us on WMM.

More info at: http://www.madisenwardandthemamabear.com

On tour, their backing band consists of Brent Kastler (Bass), Tom Hudson (drums) and Bryce Veazey (Guitar).

The duo released The Radio Winners (EP) in July 2018. They worked with Grammy-winner Nathan Chapman — a producer on Taylor Swift’s first five albums — and Ryan Hadlock, best known for his work with the Lumineers.

Madisen Ward ‘s Birthday is August 23.

Dad: Kenneth Ward

Madisen Ward wanted to follow in his uncle’s footsteps, Vincent Ward. He was on The Wire and has been in many other TV shows and films.

Madisen at one time tried doing stand up comedy, which may explain his funny facebook posts which we want to call:

Madisenisms:

“Sometimes instead of typing “Thanks”, I’ll mistakenly type “Tusks”; thank God I haven’t done this while chatting with a Walrus.”

“People are outraged at the Jimmy Johns owner for shooting and killing a beautiful elephant; witnesses say it all happened so freaky fast.”

“A waitress called me sweetie, but moments later she called somebody else sweetie; which showed me she wasn’t ready to commit.”

Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear have a YouTube Channel: “Saturday Morning Cartoons”

Bill Sundahl, Madisen Ward, Ruth Ward, and Mark Manning on the September 4, 2019 edition of Wednesday MidDay Medley on KKFI 90.1 FM.

11:26

14. Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear – “Everybody’s Got Problems”
from: Radio Winners – EP / Glassnote Records / July 27. 2018

[Madisen Ward and The Mama Bear CMF, Sat., Sept 7, 11:00 – 12:00 Community Lending of America Stage, Crossroads KC, 417 E 18th, w/ Shy Boys, Split Lip Rayfield, Freedom Affair.]

11:30 – Underwriting

11:32 – Interview with Bill Sundahl

Today we’re featuring music from 15 bands participating in the 15th annual Crossroads Music Fest, on Saturday, September 7, featuring over 35 bands,, on 7 stages all within 3 blocks, in Kansas City’s Crossroads Arts & Music District.

For more information, or to get advance tickets, visit: http://www.cmfkc.com.

And with us for the entire show is our co-host Bill Sundahl, the founder of Crossroads Music Festival and 90.1 FM KKFI’s Development Director.

Bill Sundahl thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley

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

CMF Free Day Parties – Noon to 5:00 PM

Josey Records – Noon to 5p (Free DayParty) & 7p to Midnight ALL AGES
1814 Oak St, Kansas City
Hosted by KKFI 90.1 FM
Timbers 4:15 – 5:00
Lauren Krum & Fritz Hutchinson 3:00 – 3:45
Kirsten Paludan 1:45 – 2:30
Future Jazz KC 12:30 – 1:15

Brewery Imperial – Noon to 5 (Free Day Party) ALL AGES
1829 Oak St, Kansas City – Hosted by Kansas City Area Development Council
Gullywasher 4:00 – 5:00
Hadiza. 2:30 – 3:30
Shapiro Bros. 1:00 – 2:00
True Lions 12:00 – 12:45

11:39 – CMF Free Day Parties – Noon to 5:00 PM

15. Kirsten Paludan & The Key Party – “Up All Night”
from: Up All Night / Independent / December 21, 2013
[Recorded at Element Studios, KCMO, February – November 2012. Produced by Kirsten Paludan and David Gaume. Engineered and mixed by David Gaume. Additional tracking on ‘Siberia’ by Joel Nanos. Cover artwork: ‘Moon’ by Jeremy Rockwell. Design: Studio Ike. Photo: Jeffrey McKee. Kirsten Paludan sings with the popular Kansas City super group: Starhaven Rounders playing Classic Country & Western with: Mike Alexander, Katie Benyo, Colm Chomicky, Adam Stafford, Bill Sundahl, and Wade Williamson.]

[Kirsten Paludan plays Crossroads Music Fest, Sat., Sept 7, 1:45 – 2:30 Josey Records 1814 Oak St w/ Timbers, Lauren Krum & Fritz Hutchinson, Future Jazz KC]

16. Gullywasher – “Sunshine Steam”
from: Gullywasher / Independent / July 27, 2018
[Kansas City based band formed in April 2017 with Chris Hudson on guitar & vocals, Susan Cedarquist Brewington on fiddle & vocals, Sam Wright on banjo & vocals, and Matt Cathlina on bass.]

[Gullywasher plays Crossroads Music Fest, Sat., Sept 7, 4:00 – 5:00 at Brewery Imperial , 1829 Oak St, Kansas City w. Hadiza., Shapiro Bros., True Lions.]

17. Hadiza. – “God is 7”
from: Gone – EP / Hadiza./ December 29, 2018
[Madi Mclaughlin on bass & guitar, JL Bolinger on drums, and Hadiza Sa-Aadu on keyboards & vocals. Recording & Engineering: JL Bolinger & Madi Mclaughlin. Mixing & Mastering: Madi Mclaughlin. Hadiza. is a singer-songwriter who wants you to know SHE IS NOW BASED IN KANSAS CITY. Previously based in her hometown of Iowa City, she has spent the past year slowly but surely carving out her place in the Kansas City scene both as a solo performer (as Hadiza.) and as lead vocalist and songwriter of experimental electronic group Collidescope. Blessed to have had parents who are very much NOT students of music, but recognized the importance of music education, Hadiza spent her childhood and adolescence in part as a student of piano. Vocally, Hadiza takes her cues from American artists including Fiona Apple, Tracey Chapman, and Billie Holiday and African artists including Angelique Kidjo,. Her sound/genre is best described as an eclectic blend of blues, soul, folk, jazz and classical. Her songwriting is a process of release and acceptance of life events navigating an often brutal bleak and harsh world and is a form of therapy. If you don’t relate to the content, you just don’t relate. Oh well. The most amazing experience however is when a stranger in the audience connects with a song in their own way and is courageous enough to share that with her. Aside from the therapeutic aspect of creating music, this is why she continues to write and perform]

[Hadiza. plays The 15th annual Crossroads Muic Fest, Saturday, September 7, 2:30 – 3:30 at Brewery Imperial , 1829 Oak St, Kansas City w/ Gullywasher, Shapiro Bros, True Lions.]

11:50 – Interview with Bill Sundahl

Today we’re featuring music from 15 bands participating in the 15th annual Crossroads Music Fest, on Saturday, September 7, featuring over 35 bands,, on 7 stages all within 3 blocks, in Kansas City’s Crossroads Arts & Music District.

And with us for the entire show is our co-host Bill Sundahl, the founder of Crossroads Music Festival and 90.1 FM KKFI’s Development Director.

Bill Sundahl thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley

Presented by Community Lending of America, Inc. The 15th Annual KKFI Crossroads Music Fest showcases Diverse Music on 7 Stages, with 35+ Bands, in 3 Blocks, with drum lines & day parties. More info or for advance tickets: http://www.cmfkc.com

Midwest Music Foundation Free Musicians’ Health Care Clinic – 11:00 – 5:00 PM
at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Cit, 2301 Main, KCMO 64108.

Midwest Music Foundation along with The RockDocs, a collaboration of University of Kansas and the Community Health Council of Wyandotte County, present a Free Musicians’ Health Care Clinic that will offer information, screenings, wellness programs, opportunities to discuss health conditions and concerns and arrange follow-up opportunities. Stop by and ‘take a minute for yourself.’
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MixMaster Music Conference at CMF – 12:00 – 5:00 PM
at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, 2301 Main, KCMO 64108.
MixMaster Music Conference produced by Silly Goose Records
Musicians Professional Development Seminar – Panels/Workshops/Performance

MixMaster Music Conference is a music community event that brings local artists and music industry professionals together to share information, connect, collaborate, and showcase some of the best local Lawrence and Kansas City region talent. _________________________________________________________________

We’ve been having so much fun with Bill Sundahl talking about the 15th annual Crossroads Music Fest, on Saturday, September 7, featuring over 35 bands, on 7 stages, all within 3 blocks, in Kansas City’s Crossroads Arts & Music District. For more information, or to get advance tickets, visit: http://www.cmfkc.com

Bill Sundahl thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley

11:57

18. Shapiro Brothers – “So Lonesome I Could Cry”
from: Shapiro Brothers [EP] / Shapiro Brothers / November 3, 2016
[Kansas City based Americana duo, formed by Mikal Shapiro and Chad Brothers who interpret classic country and folk music alongside critically acclaimed originals. Strengthened by Shapiro’s lyrical prowess and Brothers world-class flat picking, the couple showcases their harmonies, stellar guitar interplay and a magnetic onstage chemistry. All songs written by Mikal Shapiro, except “Almost Ready” was written by Mikal Shapiro and Chad Brothers. Shapiro Brothers played a special EP Release show, November 3, at The Brick, with Grady Keller from Old Sound and Spectator from St. Louis. Shapiro Brothers also played Apocalypse Meow 9, on November 5, at recordBar, with Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear, Rachel Mallin and The Wild Type, Emmaline Twist, The Invisible World, Nicholas St. James, Crystal Clayton, and Jake Wells.]

[Shapiro Brothers play The 15th annual Crossroads Muic Fest, Saturday, September 7, 1:00 – 2:00 at Brewery Imperial , 1829 Oak St, Kansas City w/ Gullywasher, Shapiro Bros., True Lions.]

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

Next week on Wednesday, September 11, Leo Wetherwill and The Rev. Dwight Frizzell talk about Dwight playing the bridge, The band Fathers joins us live in our 90.1 FM Studios. And Poet Jen Harris stops by the show.

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Sources for notes: artist’s websites, bios, wikipedia.org

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Show #801