Wednesday MidDay Medley
TEN to NOON Wednesdays – Streaming at KKFI.org
90.1 FM KKFI – Kansas City Community Radio
Produced and Hosted by Mark Manning

Wednesday, September 8, 2021

Music from the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest
with Guest Co-Host Bill Sundahl

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

2. The Freedom Affair – “Out of My Mind”
   from: Freedom is Love / Sunflower Soul / Sept. 25, 2020 / [Released on vinyl March 2021]
   [Debut album from KC’s newest soul juggernaut, The album explores themes of love, heartache, empowerment, and togetherness through a varying landscape of hard-hitting funk, luscious soul, and everything in between. The Freedom Affair is a unique collective featuring 3 powerhouse female vocalists in front of a dynamic 6-piece band. On “Freedom Is Love”, each of the ladies get their time to shine individually, but the magic is on full display when all 3 come together in unison and harmony, symbolically embodying the messages that they sing about. The album was recorded and produced by Chris Hazelton, utilizing the best of vintage and new recording technologies 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. The Freedom Affair is: 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 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 11:00 PM on Community Lending of America Stage at Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming, one of 4 OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads & West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

10:04 – Interview with Bill Sundahl

Thanks for tuning into Wednesday MidDay Medley, on 90.1 FM KKFI. I’m Mark Manning. Today we’ll feature music from 17 bands participating in the 17th annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, 1:00 PM to 1:00 AM, featuring over 30 bands, on FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads & West Bottoms. We are spinning tracks from: The Black Mariah Theatre, Danny Cox, The Life I Love, Lazy Projector, Jessica Paige, Kadesh Flow, Jass, Sam Wells, Sara Morgan, Quite Frankly, Sopchoppy, The Black Creatures, Grand Marquis, Arquesta Del SolSoul, TRAVLLR, and Casio McCombs. We started the show with The Freedom Affair.

And with us for the entire show is our co-host Bill Sundahl, the founder of Crossroads Music Festival who has been coming on this radio program for 17 years now sharing information about the music and venues and collaborations associated with CMF. Bill is 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 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest Saturday, September 11 – 1:00 PM to 1:00 AM. This long running festival showcases Diverse Music on 4 Outdoor Stages, with 30+ Bands, in The East Crossroads and in the West Bottoms, with drum lines & day parties. More info or for advance tickets: http://www.cmfkc.com

BIG CHANGE THIS YEAR – RAIN OR SHINE EVENT – 4 OUTDOOR STAGES
2 stages in East Crossroads (Parlor, 1707 Locust & MOD Gallery, 1809 McGee) & 2 stages in West Bottoms (Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming & Stockyards Brewery, 1600 Genessee)

Festival Artists Include: The Freedom Affair, Deshica Rage w/ Jessica Paige & Kadesh Flow. Danny Cox, The Black Creatures, Sara Morgan, Arquesta Del SolSoul, Amado Espinoza & Friends, SopChoppy, Sheppa, Lazy Projector, The Life I Love, Ernest James Zydeco Duo featuring Barry “Washboard” Barnes, Grand Marquis, Ginny Mac, Sam Wells, Quite Frankly, Jass, Mac Mystic, Nate Hofer, Kevin Wu, DJ Lorna Kay, Coughman, Rural Grit All Stars, Casio McCombs, Jesse Jane Sullinger & Preston Hereford, Apothecary, Travllr, Dj Ne$$, The Marching Cobras, and Three Trails Taiko.

We will be adhering to all relevant city, state, and CDC guidelines for this event. We will provide masks to you if you do not have one. Masking will be enforced if you can not socially distance with anyone who is not in your family unit. The goal of keeping our community safe is paramount.

TO LIMIT CONTACT PRIOR TO THE FESTIVAL 2021 CMF ADVANCE TICKETS WILL BE FOR SALE ONLINE ONLY http://WWW.CMFKC.COM has all the details. $25.00 Advance Tickets/Pass (www.cmfkc.com) $30.00 DAY OF FESTIVAL – AT GATE

DAY OF FESTIVAL TICKET BOOTHS & WILL CALL – Sat. September 11th
4:00 pm–12:00 am (Crossroads Booth) Parlor, 1707 Locust, Kansas City, MO. 64108
4:00 pm–12:00 am (West Bottoms Booth) Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming, KCMO 64102

FREE DAY PARTY at LEMONADE PARK, 1628 WYOMING ST, KANSAS CITY, MO
RSVP at CMFKC.COM attend Day Party. It is Free but we need to be prepared.
Featuring: StoneLion Puppet Theater, Drum Safari and Beau & Aidan Bledsoe
*** 12 & Under are FREE at All Stages, Must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian ***
*** Lemonade Park & MOD Gallery are 21+ and minors are allowed accompanied by Parent or Guardian ***

City of Drums – at 6:40 PM to 7:00 PM on Saturday, September 11.
The Marching Cobras at Parlor Stage in Parlor Parking Lot, 1707 Locust St.
Three Trails Taiko at Lemonade Park 1628 Wyoming in The West Bottoms

The 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest will be Broadcast LIVE on KKFI 90.1 FM and http://www.kkfi.org from 7:00 PM to Midnight from Lemonade Park

The 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest will also Stream LIVE online at: http://www.cmfkc.com or http://www.facebook.com/KKFI 7:00 PM to Midnight from Lemonade Park

Since its inception in 2005, CMFKC has featured nearly 500 bands and attracted thousands of people to the Crossroads Art District in downtown Kansas City, a thriving community boasting over 100 galleries and specialty shops as well as a multitude of locally owned restaurants.

Designed to showcase the best in Kansas City’s music, arts and dance scene, CMFKC provides opportunities for community members of all ages to support its local artists and celebrate Kansas City’s cultural diversity

10:12 – Community Lending of America Stage at Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming

6:40 PM – Three Trails Taiki – part of CITY OF DRUMS
7:00 PM – Danny Cox
7:40 PM – DJ Lorna Kay
8:00 PM – The Life I Love
8:40 PM – DJ Lorna Kay
9:00 PM – Lazy Projector
9:40 PM – DJ Lorna Kay
10:00 PM – Deshica Rage (Kadesh Flow + Jessica Paige)
10:40 PM – DJ Lorna Kay
11:00 PM – The Freedom Affair

3. The Black Mariah Theater – “Play With Fire”
   from: “Play With Fire” – Single / The Black Mariah Theater / February 9, 2021
   [Originally written & recorded by The Rolling Stones for their July 30, 1965 OUT OF OUR HEADS album recorded at Chess Studios in Chicago in 1964. When the band arrived at the studio they were met by a middle aged Black man standing on a ladder painting the ceiling. It was Muddy Waters, a musician so important to the band’s origin story they named themselves after one of his songs. The Black Mariah Theatre must have enjoyed covering The Stones so much that they released their EP, ACOUSTIC COVERS on July 16, 2021. An EP of 4 covers from some of our favorite artists. The Black Mariah Theatre released ttheir debut EP, BLACK HEARTS on November 30, 2016. Their debut was recorded in 2016 at Element Recording Studio. The Black Mariah Theater is made up of twin sisters Sophia Motta on vocals and guitar, and Analiese Motta on drums. A Kansas city-based duo, The Black Mariah Theater’s sound has been described as “eclectic.” Mixing jazzy guitar tones with funky drum beats and angsty lyrics, old jazz comes into the modern world. Anyone with a broken heart and a bit of an attitude can relate to our songs. Influenced by the l Billie Holiday, The Black Keys, The Cold War Kids, The Kills, and Chet Baker. Info at: http://www.theblackmariahtheater.bandcamp.com]

[The Black Mariah Theatre will not be able to attend CMF]

4. Danny Cox – “Train Song”
   from: Danny Cox / Dunhill Records / August 15, 1971
   [A live version of this is on the digitally released YOUNG AND HOT (LIVE AT COWTOWN BALLROOM) EP on July 27, 2021. Danny Cox was born in 1942 in Cincinnati, Ohio. He is a folk singer and songwriter best known for his 1974 LP album Feel So Good. Danny Cox moved to Kansas City, Kansas in 1967. As a youth, he sang in a church choir together with Rudolph Iseley, and in the 1960s he started his professional career performing on a Hootennany Folk Tour. Cox has recorded albums for ABC Dunhill, Casablanca, MGM and others. He also partnered a company called Good Karma Productions, run by the KC based Vanguard Coffee House owner Stan Plesser, who managed the acts of Brewer & Shipley, and The Ozark Mountain Daredevils,]

[Danny Cox plays the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 7:00 PM on Community Lending of America Stage at Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming, one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

5. The Life I Love – “Lift Me”
   from: “Let Go” – Single / The Life I Love / May 10, 2021
   [The Life I Love are an alternative rock band from the Heart of America wirh Drew Keffer on bass and Jacob Bartlett on drums and an unknoiw person on guitar and vocals, at least according to their socials. The Life I Love released their double single, “Lift Me” and “End of the World Party” on May 10, 2021.
   More info at: http://www.instagram.com/thelifeiloveband and https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thelifeilove/let-go.%5D

[The Life I Love play the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 8:00 PM on Community Lending of America Stage at Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming, one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

6. Lazy Projector – “Cruisin'”
   from: “Crusin’” – Single / Lazy Projectors / August 27, 2021
   [Written and recorded by Lazy Projectors. Aaron Shinn on guitars, vocals, keyboards; Adam Mcgill on bass guitar; Jordan Shinn on guitar, backing vocals. Lazy Projector released their single, “Hookworms” on April 2, 2021 and “Windows” on December 4, 2020. “Cruisin’”, ”Hookworms” and “Windows” will be featured on Lazy Projector’s upcoming album to be released in 2021. Lazy Projector released their debut album, “evoco” in 2018. More info at http://www.lazyprojector.com]

[Lazy Projector play the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 9:00 PM on Community Lending of America Stage at Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming, one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

11:27 – Underwriting

11:36

12. Kadesh Flow – “Elegant”
    from: ”Elegant” – Single / Ryan Jamaal Davis / May 21, 2021
    [Written, produced, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow. This is one of 19 new singles and a 13 track album that Kadesh Flow has released so far this year: Kadesh Flow & The Enclave released, “Soft Side,” on Jan. 21, 2021, written, produced, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow. Kadesh Flow released, “Assumptions feat. Shubzilla,” on Jan. 29, 2021. Kadesh Flow released, “Frosty,” on February 12, 2021, written, produced, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow. Kadesh Flow & The Enclave released, “Cry For Me 2,” February 12, 2021. Kadesh Flow released, “Not on My Watch,” on February 19, 2021, Inspired by Lord Beerus (Dragonball Super). Kadesh Flow released, “Held Me Longer,” on Marc written, produced, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow. Kadesh Flow released, “Your Dream Isn’t Always Yours,” on March 12, 2021, written, produced, performed, mixed and mastered by Kadesh Flow. Kadesh Flow & The Enclave released, “Forgot About Me,” on March 14, 2021. Kadesh Flow released, “Take Backs (feat. Ryan Heinlein),” on March 26, 2021, written, produced, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow. Kadesh Flow & The Enclave released, “But Hope” on March 26, 2021, written, produced, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow. Kadesh Flow released the single, “I Don’t Care” on April 9, 2021, written, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow. Produced by D. Professor. Kadesh Flow released the single, “That Way” on April 16, 2021, written, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow, and produced by Dominique “Bassman” Saunders. Kadesh Flow released the new single, “So Far” on April 23, 2021, written, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow & produced by Dominique “Bassman” Sanders. Kadesh Flow released the single, “On Target” on April 30, 2021, written, produced, performed, mixed and mastered by Kadesh Flow. Kadesh Flow released the single ”Lighten Up”on May 7, 2021, written, produced, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow. Kadesh Flow released the single ”Elegant”on May 21, 2021, written, produced, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow. Kadesh Flow released the 13-track album ROOM SERVICE 2 on July 19, 2021. Kadesh Flow released the single, “Comng For Your Neck” on August 20, 2021, written, produced, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow. Kadesh Flow released the single, “Easy”on August 27, 2021, written, produced, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow. Kadesh Flow released the single, “Fiend” on August 20, 2021,written, performed, mixed & mastered by Kadesh Flow. Produced by Dominique Sanders. This is his 19th single of the year. Kadesh Flow is Ryan Davis is a rapper with an MBA. He is an emcee, producer, & trombonist. At age 11, he began rapping and playing trombone within two weeks of one another. His music has been featured on network television in multiple countries and territories across Southeast Asia. Kadesh performs as a solo hip hop artist. He also plays with The Phantastics, and Marcus Lewis Big Band. Kadesh Flow was on WMM on Oct. 21, 2020. More info at: http://www.kadeshflow.com]

[Kadesh Flow plays the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, as part of Deshica Rage (with Kadesh Flow & Jessica Paige) at 10:00 PM on Community Lending of America Stage at Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming, one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

13. Jessica Paige – “Beautiful Life”
    from: Sweet Nothings / Independent / September 18, 2015
    [Jessica Paige on vocals & guitar, Coleen Dieker on keyboards & violin, Jerod Rivers on drums, Damon Bailey on guitar, & Ben Byard on bass & viola. Jessica is a master storyteller, translating personal experience into music that is sophisticated, diverse in its influences, and instantly relatable. Her commanding voice has been described as equal parts Norah Jones and Janis Joplin, an uncommon union of sultry warmth & raw power. Jessica recently recorded her 2nd album at the legendary Bear Creek Studio. She’s opened for Corinne Bailey Rae, Hembree, Yes You Are, and Nicole Atkins. “She’s a must see with her strong stage presence and sultry vocals.” -The Heartland Today “The record showcases Paige’s gift for crafting lovely, indelible melodies and for her expressive, soulful voice, which shifts easily among several styles”- KC Star, 3-time American Idol semi-finalist. Official Showcase Artist – Folk Alliance International. Voted Best KC Vocalist (The Pitch 2018). The Best KC Music- KCUR 89.3. Info at http://www.jesspaige.com]

[Jessica Paige plays the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, as part of Deshica Rage (with Kadesh Flow & Jessica Paige) at 10:00 PM on Community Lending of America Stage at Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming, one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

10:43 – More Interview with Bill Sundahl

Today we’re featuring music from 17 bands participating in the 17th annual Crossroads Music Fest, on Saturday, September 11, featuring over 30 bands,, on 4 OUT DOOR stages in the East Crossroads and in the West Bottoms. For info & 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

17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest Saturday, September 11 – 1:00 PM to 1:00 AM.

CMF is a Fundraiser for KKFI 90.1FM – KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY RADIO. Since its inception in 2005, CMFKC has featured nearly 500 bands and attracted thousands of people to the Crossroads Art District in downtown Kansas City, a thriving community boasting over 100 galleries and specialty shops and locally owned restaurants.

Designed to showcase the best in KC’s music, arts & dance scene, CMFKC provides opportunities for community members of all ages to celebrate KC’s cultural diversity

BIG CHANGE THIS YEAR – RAIN OR SHINE EVENT – 4 OUTDOOR STAGES
2 stages in East Crossroads (Parlor, 1707 Locust & MOD Gallery, 1809 McGee) & 2 stages in West Bottoms (Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming & Stockyard Brewing. 1600 Genessee)

Festival Artists Include: The Freedom Affair, Deshica Rage w/ Jessica Paige & Kadesh Flow. Danny Cox, The Black Creatures, Sara Morgan, Arquesta Del SolSoul, Amado Espinoza & Friends, SopChoppy, Sheppa, Lazy Projector, The Life I Love, Ernest James Zydeco Duo featuring Barry “Washboard” Barnes, Grand Marquis, Ginny Mac, The Black Moriah Theater, Sam Wells, Quite Frankly, Jass, Mac Mystic, Nate Hofer, Kevin Wu, DJ Lorna Kay, Coughman, Rural Grit All Stars, Casio McCombs, Jesse Jane Sullinger & Preston Hereford, Apothecary, Travllr, Dj Ne$$, The Marching Cobras & Three Trails Taiko.

We will be adhering to all relevant city, state, and CDC guidelines for this event. We will provide masks to you if you do not have one. Masking will be enforced if you can not socially distance with anyone who is not in your family unit. The goal of keeping our community safe is paramount.

TO LIMIT CONTACT PRIOR TO THE FESTIVAL 2021 CMF ADVANCE TICKETS WILL BE FOR SALE ONLINE ONLY WWW.CMFKC.COM has all the details.

10:49 – Kissick Construction Stage in Stockyard Brewing. 1600 Genessee, West Bottoms

4:00 PM – Jass
5:00 PM – Jesse Sullinger
6:00 PM – Sam Wells
7:00 PM – Ernest James Zydeco
8:00 PM – Rural Grit All Starts
9:00 PM – Sara Morgan

9. Jass – “A Long Ride”
   from: At the Close of a Decade / JASS / November 26, 2022,
   [Jass is Jasmine “Jass” Crouch. 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.” More info at: http://www.jassrcouch.com]

[Jass plays the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 4:00 PM on the Kissick Construction Stage at Stockyards Brewing Company Parking Lot, 1600 Wyoming, one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads & West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

10. Sam Wells – “For The Deflated” from: For The Deflated / French Exit Records / December 31, 2020
[Debut EP from Kansas City, based singer songwriter Sam Wells who has shared stages with Betsy Phillips, Kelly Hunt, Andrew Ryan, The Zack Pietrini Band, and The Phantastics. She was featured as a composer and performer in the Kansas City Repertory Theater production of “Ghost Light” performed on the lawn of The Nelson Atkin Museum of Art in October, 2020. Sam has also performed in Troostival (2020), Kansas City Porchfest (2019) and Jamdemic. In 2019, Wells released her debut single “Lesson Learned.” In early 2020 Wells released her second single “Sugar” producer and engineered by Riley Corbin at the Lawrence Kansas Public Library recording studio. It was only a decade ago, Sam Wells sat in her bedroom learning the Corrine Bailey Ray classic “Put Your Records On”. This was all it took to ignite a lifetime love affair with music. With her smooth and sultry voice and the warm tones of a baritone ukulele, she shares stories of love, loss and everything in between. Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, Sam Wells has lived in Lawrence, but now calls KC home. Info at: http://www.whoissamwells.com. Sam Wells was on WMM May 13, 2020 and January 20, 2021.]

[Sam Wells plays the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 6:00 PM on the Kissick Construction Stage at Stockyards Brewing Company Parking Lot, 1600 Wyoming, one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

11. Sara Morgan – “Another Nail” 
from: Another Nail / River Delta Records / June 4, 2021
    [Sara Morgan released her album AVERAGE JANE on January 26, 2018, onRiver Delta Records it was part of WMM’s 118 Best Recordings of 2018. KC based Singer/Songwriter, originally from McGehee, Arkansas. Sara Morgan plays saxophone, guitar, banjo, ukulele, and piano. Sara has opened for BJ Thomas, John Michael Montgomery, John Corbett, Sean Rowe, Chuck Mead, Ben Taylor, and was the pre-show before Loretta Lynn at The Uptown, November 2014. Ms. Lynn hosted Sara on her tour bus after Sara’s set and prior to Ms. Lynn’s performance.]

[Sara Morgan plays the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 9:00 PM on the Kissick Construction Stage at Stockyards Brewing Company Parking lot, 1600 Wyoming, one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads & West Bottoms w/ over 30 Bands. Info: http://www.cmfkc.com]

11:00 – Station ID

11:00 – More Interview with Bill Sundahl

Today we’re featuring music from 17 bands participating in the 17th annual Crossroads Music Fest, on Saturday, September 11, featuring over 30 bands, on 4 OUTDOOR stages in KC’s East Crossroads & West Bottom Arts & Music Districts. For info, 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
WWW.CMFKC.COM has all the details.

Since its inception in 2005, CMFKC has featured nearly 500 bands and attracted thousands of people to the Crossroads Art District in downtown Kansas City, a thriving community boasting over 100 galleries and shops and locally owned restaurants.

Designed to showcase the best in Kansas City’s music, arts and dance scene, CMFKC provides opportunities for community members of all ages to support its local artists and celebrate Kansas City’s cultural diversity

TO LIMIT CONTACT PRIOR TO THE FESTIVAL 2021 CMF ADVANCE TICKETS WILL BE FOR SALE ONLINE ONLY – http://www.cmfkc.com Festival Pass – 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM – Wrist band that gets you into 4 different venues with over 30 bands, DJs & Drum Lines.

$25.00 Advance Tickets/Pass (www.cmfkc.com) $30.00 DAY OF FESTIVAL – AT GATE

DAY OF FESTIVAL TICKET BOOTHS & WILL CALL – Sat. September 11th
4:00 pm–12:00 am (Crossroads Booth) Parlor, 1707 Locust, Kansas City, MO. 64108
4:00 pm–12:00 am (West Bottoms Booth) Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming, KCMO 64102

FREE DAY PARTY at LEMONADE PARK, 1628 WYOMING ST, KANSAS CITY, MO
RSVP at CMFKC.COM attend Day Party. It is Free but we need to be prepared.
Featuring: StoneLion Puppet Theater, Drum Safari and Beau & Aidan Bledsoe
*** 12 & Under are FREE at All Stages, Must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian ***
*** Lemonade Park & MOD Gallery are 21+ and minors are allowed accompanied by Parent or Guardian ***
Free Daytime Events

City of Drums – at 6:40 PM to 7:00 PM on Saturday, September 11.
The Marching Cobras at Parlor Stage in Parlor Parking Lot, 1707 Locust St.
Three Trails Taikoand at Lemonade Park 1628 Wyoming in The West Bottoms

The 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest will be Broadcast LIVE on KKFI 90.1 FM and http://www.kkfi.org from 7:00 PM to Midnight from Lemonade Park

The Lemonade Park Stage of the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest will Stream LIVE online at: http://www.cmfkc.com www/facebook.com/kkfi

BIG CHANGE THIS YEAR – RAIN OR SHINE EVENT – 4 OUTDOOR STAGES
2 stages in East Crossroads (Parlor, 1707 Locust & MOD Gallery, 1809 McGee) & 2 stages in West Bottoms (Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming & Stockyards Brewery, 1600 Genessee

Festival Artists Include: The Freedom Affair, Deshica Rage w/ Jessica Paige & Kadesh Flow. Danny Cox, The Black Creatures, Sara Morgan, Arquesta Del SolSoul, Amado Espinoza & Friends, SopChoppy, Sheppa, Lazy Projector, The Life I Love, Ernest James Zydeco Duo featuring Barry “Washboard” Barnes, Grand Marquis, Ginny Mac, The Black Moriah Theater, Sam Wells, Quite Frankly, Jass, Mac Mystic, Nate Hofer, Kevin Wu, DJ Lorna Kay, Coughman, Rural Grit All Stars, Casio McCombs, Jesse Jane Sullinger & Preston Hereford, Apothecary, Travllr, Dj Ne$$, Pythons Drill Team, Broadway Drill Team & Three Trails Taiko.

We will be adhering to all relevant city, state, and CDC guidelines for this event. We will provide masks to you if you do not have one. Masking will be enforced if you can not socially distance with anyone who is not in your family unit. The goal of keeping our community safe is paramount.

TO LIMIT CONTACT PRIOR TO THE FESTIVAL 2021 CMF ADVANCE TICKETS WILL BE FOR SALE ONLINE ONLY WWW.CMFKC.COM has all the details.

11:07 – Parlor Stage at Parlor Parking Lot, 1707 Locust, (Crossroad Booth)

4:00 PM – Quite Frankly
5:00 PM – Nate Hofer & Kevin Wu
6:00 PM – Ginny Mac
7:00 PM – Sopchoppy
8:00 PM – The Black Creatures
9:00 PM – Grand Marquis
10:00 PM – Arquesta Del SolSoul
11:00 PM – Amado Espinoza & Friends

11:07 – Parlor Stage at Parlor Parking Lot, 1707 Locust, (Crossroad Booth)

12. Quite Frankly the Band – “Blue / Red”
    from: “Blue/Red”- Single / Quite Frankly the Band / May 14, 2021
    [In the dawn of 2016, shy but precocious middle schooler, founding member and bassist Scout Matthew, decided she wanted to try her hand at turning her musical ambition into reality by creating a band that would take her and her friends well beyond their beginning musical education at School of Rock. She began planning rehearsals out of her garage and within a short time, she convinced her supportive family to renovate their home’s basement into a rehearsal space. Ever since, Quite Frankly the Band has been committed to perfecting its sound, writing their own original music and adding amazing covers. // This young band is no longer just a student band, holding its own opening for, The Greeting Committee, The Darbies, John Corabi, The Jacks and LA Guns! with several yers experience the band members have moved into high school and beyond, Jolson, Carolyn, Scout, Gavin & Eli have built an impressive resume. // The band gained attention by being the youngest winners of the Nelson Atkins Battle of The Bands 2018 and for being nominated as Pitch’s “Best in KC” two years in a row. They’ve played First Fridays in the Crossroads, Starlight Theater, The Rino, recordBar, Lemonade Park, Kauffman Stadium, Sprint Center with Big Slick and Nashville Country Music Hall of Fame. Quite Frankly were on WMM on June 23, 2021. Info at: http://www.quitefranklytheband.com]

[Quite Frankly play plays the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 4:00 PM on the Parlor Stage in the alley way of Parlor, 1707 Locust one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

13. Sopchoppy – “Star Spangled Belly”
    from: Sleep Twenty Twenty / Sopchoppy / May 14, 2021
    [This KC based super-group is fronted by Ernie Locke (veteran of the bands: Sin City Disciples, Parlay, Tenderloin) on vocals & guitar, with Adam Hale (of the bands: Keeley Zoo and Phase II) on bass & vocals, Glen Hockemeier (of Keeley Zoo and The Gaslights) on drums & vocals, John Johnson (of Heads of State and SuperMassive BlackHoles) on guitar & vocals. More info at sop choppy.bandcamp.com.]

[Sopchoppy plays the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 7:00 PM on the Parlor Stage in the alley way of Parlor, 1707 Locust one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

11:20

14. The Black Creatures – “Elements”
    from: Wild Echoes / Center Cut Records / Sept, 30 2019 [Reissued & Remastered Aug. 28, 2020
    [The Black Creatures are Jade Green & Xavier Martin. “Wild Echoes” was #2 in WMM’s 119 Favorite Releases of 2019 (Albums & EPs). After being signed to Center Cut Records the label releasing the single, “wretched (it goes)” on July 17, 2020 remastered. The Black Creature – Wild Echoes – Album Wild Echoes was remastered and re-releasesd on August 28, 2020. Since the release of ”Wild Echoes” the band has released seven entirely new songs, nearly one per month, all posted to their bandcamp page. The Black Creatures fuse dark-pop hip-hop, soul, jazz, and electronic music with elements from science fiction to tell inter-dimensional stories of love, community, life, culture, history. Xavier & Jade have made an impression in the KC music community with their live shows in clubs, galleries, record stores, and area music festivals. The Black Creatures released their debut single “Mouth 2 Mouth” June 5, 2016. They released the album, See No Evil, December 6, 2017. The duo released the singles, “Elements” February 14, 2018; “Silver Tears” June 19. 2018; “Dare” a Gorillaz cover August 8, 2019. They released the album “Wild Echoes” September 30, 2019. The Black Creatures released the singles “Turn” October 30, 2019; “Quartz (Twilight)” November 13, 2019; “SHINE” December 11, 2019; Ghost Bustin’ Dead Prezidentz” January 8, 2020; “To Whom It May Concern” January 22, 2020; “Arcade Love” February 5, 2020; and “Run Up” Feb. 19, 2020. The Black Creatures eleased the single “Negative Zero” on April 2, 2021 on Center Cut Records.This song was originally on the December 6, 2017 release, SEE NO EVIL The song was recently re-recorded. Band member Xavier Martin told us that, “Everything was done from the ground up. Remixing, rerecording, mastering, etc.” The Black Creatures wanted to released this as a single and video as a “part-two” to their earlier single and video release for “wretched (it goes)”, which was originally released on The Black Creatures 2019 album Wild Echoes. The video for “Negative Zero” picks up where the video for “Wretched (It Goes)” left off, “so there is a conceptual thread between the two,” says Patrick Sprehe of Center Cut Records. All music produced, arranged, recorded, and performed by The Black Creatures. Engineering and Mastering by J. Ashley Miller aka Jametatone. The Black Creatures write, “We talk about it all the time, but ‘Negative Zero’ is the best example of this phenomenon; sometimes we come together with pieces of a song that fit together so perfectly the results surprise even us. So, conceiving a video that acutely paralleled the direness of the message was a huge deal for us. The process happened in a similarly fluid stride that furthered our awareness of the unfortunate necessity of art, media, and dialogue that exist in the same sphere. With that in mind, there’s some positivity we hope fans of The Black Creatures can also takeaway from this music video. // We had been sitting on this video for a while, already finished filming and that whole process was very fun and literally nourishing (because we got Fannie’s West African Cuisine to celebrate after filming). Like past music video releases, we worked with Rondevu Productions on this video—and it was a careful little gathering! We all got our ‘negative’ COVID test results within 48 hours of each other and said, ‘Okay, let’s go to the lake like a family,’ and we did. We spent two days filming on a freezing cold lake, dancing on cryptic constructions, and being outside way late at night. // This release will fund The Tamir Rice Foundation, founded by mother Samaria Rice. We encourage others, who can, to give to something centered around, Black life.]

[The Black Creatures play the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 8:00 PM on the Parlor Stage in the alley way of Parlor, 1707 Locust one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

15. Grand Marquis – “We Had Our Days”
    from: “We Had Our Days” – Single / Grand Marquis / June 18, 2021
    [Bryan Redmond on lead vocals, soprano, alto, tenor & baritone saxophones; 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; Natalie Bates on drums, backing vocals. Formed in 1998, Grand Marquis has since become solidly rooted in the Kansas City music scene as one of the hardest-working bands in the region, playing over 100 shows per year! The group has performed from coast to coast, released 8 albums: “Brighter Days” in 2018, “Blues and Trouble” in 2013, “The Sun Session” in 2011, “Hold On To Me” in 2010, “One More Day” on 2007, “Grand Marquis” in 2004, “Le Chant Du Diable Bleu” in 2002, and “Burlesk” in 2000, including a 7″ 45 rpm vinyl record/CD combo recorded at the legendary Sun Studio in Memphis, TN. They also released the single “I Can’t Put You Down” on Teenage Heart Records. With their own versatile and thoroughly entertaining brand of American Roots, Blues and Prohibition-Era Jazz, the Grand Marquis are consistently finding themselves in high demand. Recently The Grand Marquis released the singles: “Take A Deep Breath” on January 15, 2021, “Time Will Tell” on February 19, 2021, “Shine” on March 19, 2021, “Price of Love” on April 16, 2021, “Rollin'” on May 21, 2021, and “We Had Our Day” on June 18, 2021. More information at http://www.grandmarquis.net]

[Grand Marquis play the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 9:00 PM on the Parlor Stage in the alley way of Parlor, 1707 Locust one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

16. Arquesta Del SolSoul – “6 Seconds (The Ice Bitch Remix)”
    from: The Ice Bitch Remixes / Never Records / January 3, 2020 (Recorded October 27, 2017)
    [Originally released October 27, 2017 by Never Records as a single titled “Sol Sol Six”. Recorded by Ted Rieder for Never Records during Open Spaces Kansas City. Never records remixed the track for THE ICE BITCH REMIXES Vol. 1 and released the 9 track compilation on January 3, 2020. Th erecord Features band members: Les Izmore, Jessica Ayala on vocals. Arquesta Del SolSoul is a Kansas City-based music collective featuring 3 musicians who worked together in Hearts of Darkness. They call themselves “:African Futurist Genre Killerz from the Middle of the Map bringing an innovative multidimensional sound inspired by our founding musical ancestors to decolonize and time bend indigenous sounds of the Caribbean, Latin America, West, Central, and Southern Africa.” Members include Les Izmore, Jessica Ayala, Brad Williams, Jade Green, Chalis O’Neal, and sometimes include: Irving Graham, Ernest Melton, Andres Ramirez, Fabian Prado.]

[Arquesta Del SolSoul play the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 10:00 PM on the Parlor Stage in the alley way of Parlor, 1707 Locust one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

11:32 – Underwriting

11:34 – Interview with Bill Sundahl

Today we’re featuring music from 17 bands participating in the 17th annual Crossroads Music Fest, on Saturday, September 11, featuring over 30 bands, on 4 OUTDOOR STAGES in Kansas City’s East Crossroads & West Bottoms Arts & Music Districts. 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

BIG CHANGE THIS YEAR – RAIN OR SHINE EVENT – 4 OUTDOOR STAGES
2 stages in East Crossroads (Parlor, 1707 Locust & MOD Gallery, 1809 McGee) & 2 stages in West Bottoms (Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming & Stockyards Brewery, 1600 Genessee

TO LIMIT CONTACT PRIOR TO THE FESTIVAL 2021 CMF ADVANCE TICKETS WILL BE FOR SALE ONLINE ONLY – http://www.cmfkc.com. Festival Pass – 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM – Wrist band that gets you into 4 different venues with over 30 bands, DJs & Drum Lines.

$25.00 Advance Tickets/Pass (www.cmfkc.com) $30.00 DAY OF FESTIVAL – AT GATE

DAY OF FESTIVAL TICKET BOOTHS & WILL CALL – Sat. September 11th
4:00 pm–12:00 am (Crossroads Booth) Parlor, 1707 Locust, Kansas City, MO. 64108
4:00 pm–12:00 am (West Bottoms Booth) Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming, KCMO 64102

FREE DAY PARTY at LEMONADE PARK, 1628 WYOMING ST, KANSAS CITY, MO
RSVP at CMFKC.COM attend Day Party. It is Free but we need to be prepared.
Featuring: StoneLion Puppet Theater, Drum Safari and Beau & Aidan Bledsoe
*** 12 & Under are FREE at All Stages, Must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian ***
*** Lemonade Park & MOD Gallery are 21+ and minors are allowed accompanied by Parent or Guardian ***

City of Drums – at 6:40 PM to 7:00 PM on Saturday, September 11.
The Marching Cobras at Parlor Stage in Parlor Parking Lot, 1707 Locust St.
Three Trails Taikoand at Lemonade Park 1628 Wyoming in The West Bottoms

11:41 – Mod Gallery (Alley) Boveri Realty Group Stage, 1809 McGee

7:00 PM – Apothecary
7:40 PM – DJ Ness
8:20 PM – Mac Mystic
9:00 PM – TRAVLLR
10:00 PM – Casio McCombs
11:00 PM – Sheppa
12:00 PM – Coughman

17. TRAVLLR – “Wanderers”
    from: “Wanderers” – Single / TRVL / May 13, 2020
    [TRAVLR is a KC based band DJ & producer who creates what he calls “Cinematic Dance Music.TRAVLLR released thr 6-track TRAVLLR – EP on November 24, 2017, followed by the single “Shimmer” on June 15, 2018.]

[TRAVLLR plays the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 9:00 PM on the Boveri Realty Group Stage in the Alley Way at Mod Gallery 1809 McGee one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]]

18. Casio McCombs – “Way U Move”
    from: “Way U Move – Single / Casio McCombs / October 23, 2017
    [Casio McCombs is a musical artist based in Kansas City, Casio McCombs creates and plays digital recording and beat through .MP3s @yume.sound and @centre.studio http://www.yumesound.com]

[Casio McCombs plays 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 10:00 PM on the Boveri Realty Group Stage in the Alley Way at Mod Gallery 1809 McGee one of 4 OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]]

11:47 – Interview with Bill Sundahl

Today we’re featuring music from 17 bands participating in the 17th annual Crossroads Music Fest, on Saturday, September 11, featuring over 30 bands, on 4 OUTDOOR STAGES in Kansas City’s East Crossroads & West Bottoms Arts & Music Districts. 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

BIG CHANGE THIS YEAR – RAIN OR SHINE EVENT – 4 OUTDOOR STAGES 2 stages in East Crossroads (Parlor, 1707 Locust & MOD Gallery, 1809 McGee) & 2 stages in West Bottoms (Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming & Stockyards Brewery, 1600 Genessee

TO LIMIT CONTACT PRIOR TO THE FESTIVAL 2021 CMF ADVANCE TICKETS WILL BE FOR SALE ONLINE ONLY – http://www.cmfkc.com Festival Pass – 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM – Wrist band that gets you into 4 different venues with over 30 bands, DJs & Drum Lines.

$25.00 Advance Tickets/Pass (www.cmfkc.com) $30.00 DAY OF FESTIVAL – AT GATE

DAY OF FESTIVAL TICKET BOOTHS & WILL CALL – Sat. September 11th4:00 pm–12:00 am (Crossroads Booth) Parlor, 1707 Locust, Kansas City, MO. 64108/4:00 pm–12:00 am (West Bottoms Booth) Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming, KCMO 64102

FREE DAY PARTY at LEMONADE PARK, 1628 WYOMING ST, KANSAS CITY, MO
RSVP TO ATTEND – It is Free But we are working to manage the number of people.

Featuring: StoneLion Puppet Theater, Drum Safari and Beau & Aidan Bledsoe
RSVP at CMFKC.COM attend Day Party.

*** 12 & Under are FREE at All Stages, Must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian ****** Lemonade Park & MOD Gallery are 21+ and minors are allowed accompanied by Parent or Guardian ***

MIXMASTER 2021: VIRTUAL PANELS & WORKSHOPS4:30pm – 6:00pm Wednesdays – Sept. 1st, 8th, and 15th

Sept 1st: The World is Local
Sept 8th: Revenue Streams for Artists
Sept 15th: Demo Dip

Learn more about how to submit your music for review in the Demo Dip. Industry professionals review your music and give constructive feedbackThere is a Drop Box for Demo Dip at http://www.cmfkc.com/mixmaster

We’ve been talking with Bill Sundahl about the 17th annual Crossroads Music Fest, on Saturday, September 11, featuring over 30 bands, on 4 OUTDOOR STAGES stages, in Kansas City’s East Crossroads and West Bottoms Arts & Music Districts. For more information, or to get advance tickets, visit: http://www.cmfkc.com

Bill Sundahl thanks for being with us on Wednesday MidDay Medley

11:54:30

19. The Freedom Affair – “Rise Up”
    from: Freedom is Love / Sunflower Soul Records / September 25, 2020
    [“Freedom Is Love” is the debut album from Kansas City’s newest soul juggernaut, The Freedom Affair. The album explores themes of love, heartache, empowerment, and togetherness through a varying landscape of hard-hitting funk, luscious soul, and everything in between. The Freedom Affair is a unique collective featuring 3 powerhouse female vocalists in front of a dynamic 6-piece band. On “Freedom Is Love”, each of the ladies get their time to shine individually, but the magic is on full display when all 3 come together in unison and harmony, symbolically embodying the messages that they sing about. The album was recorded and produced by Chris Hazelton, utilizing the best of vintage and new recording technologies 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. The Freedom Affair is: 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!” Chris Hazelton joined us on WMM on September 16, 2020.]

[The Freedom Affair the 17th Annual Crossroads Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, at 11:00 PM on Community Lending of America Stage at Lemonade Park, 1628 Wyoming, one of FOUR OUTDOOR STAGES in the East Crossroads and West Bottoms with over 30 Bands. More info at http://www.cmfkc.com]

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

Next week on WMM, on September 15 we welcome back to the show Jade Green and Xavier Martin of The Black Creatures, Ivory Blue, Ariane Fish, and members of the band namelessnumberheadman.

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