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

Local & New Releases +
Jennie Greenberry & Bob Linebarger of Spinning Tree Theatre +
Deanna Hurst & Wildwood Highway

1. Foxygen – “No Destruction”
from: We Are the 21st Century Ambassadors of Peace & Magic / Jagjaguar / January 18, 2013
[Second full-length album by Californian experimental rock duo of Sam France, 22 year old vocalist and songwriter, originally from Olympia, Washington, and Jonathan Rado, also 22, who is a songwriter, guitarist, and keyboard player, originally form NYC. Formed in 2005, the band self-released several EPs between 2007 and 2011. In 2012 the group was signed to Jagjaguwar Records. This album was produced by Richard Swift and recorded at his National Freedom studio.]

2. My Brothers & Sisters – “Fall Winter Spring Summer”
from: Single Track Release / Independent / 2013
[Jamie Searle won critical acclaim as lead vocalist and songwriter for the band It’s Over who won a Pitch Music Award for Best Live Act. He left It’s Over to concentrate on his music education as a student of UMKC’s Conservatory of Music where he immersed himself in mucical theory, compostion, harmonic structure, melody. Now out of school, Jamie is in the process of recording a full length release of material he has composed for a large ensemble of musicians. The result is: My Brothers and Sisters, a collective of at times up to 18 musicians, including a strings, horns, percussionists, bass, keyboards, vocalists, and back-up vocalists, and Jamie on vocals and guitar and conducting.]

10:15

3. Sweet Honey In The Rock – “Confrontation”
from: Go In Grace / She Rocks 5 / Sept. 21, 2010

[Sweet Honey In The Rock play the Muriel Kauffman Theatre at Kauffman Center For the Performing Arts, TONIGHT, Jan. 30, at 7:30 PM!!!]

[All-woman, African-American a cappella ensemble. A Grammy Award-winning (and many times nominated) troupe who express their history as women of color. They have together worked from four women, to the difficult five-part harmony, with a sixth member translating with sign language. Founded in 1973 by Bernice Johnson Reagon, who was teaching a vocal workshop with the Washington, D.C. Black Repertory Company. Dr. Reagon retired from the group in 2004. Their name was derived from a song, based on Psalm 81:16, which tells of a land so rich that when rocks were cracked open, honey flowed from them. Sweet Honey in the Rock has been producing music for more than 30 years. Although the members of the group have changed over 3 decades, their music has consistently combined contemporary rhythms and narratives with a musical style rooted in the Gospel music, spirituals and hymns of the African-American Church. They’ve addressed topics including motherhood, spirituality, freedom, civil rights, domestic violence, immigration issues, and racism.]

[In 2008 Sweet Honey In The Rock joined forces with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for an historic collaboration, “Go In Grace.” Choreographed by Ailey dancer Hope Boykin, the work featured new music by Sweet Honey, who performed on stage with members of the Ailey troupe. Through song and dance he audience was taken on a journey into the challenges and joys of one special family. “Go with Grace” was part of the 35th anniversary celebration for Sweet Honey In The Rock, and the 50th anniversary celebration for the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Sweet Honey In The Rock performed with Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre at The Midland Theatre in Kansas City.]

4. Sweet Honey In The Rock – “Give Love”
from: Go In Grace / She Rocks 5 / Sept. 21, 2010

Two bands who will be part of Midwest Music Foundation’s MidCoast Takeover at the 2013 SXSW Music Festival in March.

5. Olassa – “Where Will I Live”
from: I Love You Come Back To Me / Independent / Jan. 26, 2013
[Indie Folk from Lawrence, Kansas. Allison Olassa Guitar, Accordion, Organ and Vocals; Cain Robberson on guitar and vocals; and Tyler Bachert on drums.]

6. The Empty Spaces – “Party Line”
from: Party Line / Golden Sound Records / July 24, 2012
[KC based band formed as studio band for Mat Shoare’s 2010 solo release The Empty Spaces. Mat Shoare is a founding partner in Golden Sound Records along w/ Jerad Tomasina, and Ross Brown. On Dec 11, Mat released his solo recording: “Domestic Partnership.” Mat played LIVE on WMM last week on Jan. 23, 2013.]

[The Empty Spaces play the recordBar, tomorrow night, January 31, with La Guerre]

[The Empty Spaces play the Riot Room February 10, with Broncho]

7. Shay Estes & Trio All – “God Only Knows”
from: Despite Your Destination / Independent / 2009
[Shay Estes and Zack Albetta on drums, Mark Lowrey on piano, and Ben Leifer on Bass. Lowrey told INK that they, “We’re trying to cross over into the realm of modern jazz by writing arrangements of songs that aren’t staples in jazz repertoire.” The album title comes from the lyrics of “Under the Milky Way,” originally by new wave band The Church. That track was the first arrangement Estes and Lowrey worked on together five years ago, and features guest vocals from Jeff Harshbarger.]

10:29 – Underwriting

10:30 – Interview with Jennie Greenberry and Bob Linebarger of Spinning Tree Theatre

Spinning Tree Theatre is presenting the Kansas City Premiere of “Shipwrecked! An Entertainment – The Amazing Adventures of Louis de Rougemont (As told by Himself)” by Donald Margulies, starring: Charles Fugate, Jennie Greenberry and Bob Linebarger. The show runs, this Friday, February 1st, through Sunday, February 17th, at Paul Mesner Puppet Studio, 1006 E. Linwood Blvd., Kansas City, MO. Jennie Greenberry and Bob Linebarger join us in our 90.1 FM Studios to share more information about the show.

Jennie Greenberry received her Bachelors of Fine Arts degree from Stephens College in 2008, she is a member of Actors Equity Association, the union of professional actors and stage managers. Jennie has appeared on stage at the Kansas City Rep, The Coterie, New Theatre Restaurant, American Heartland Theatre, and in New York City at the New Victory Theatre, playing roles in Hairspray, Pippin, The Wiz, Little Shop of Horrors, Lucky Duck, A Christmas Carol, A Chorus Line and many others.

Bob Linebarger graduated from Baker University May 2010. He has worked at Theater for Young America, The Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre, Chatterbox Audio Theatre and The Living Room Theatre, playing roles in Carousel, At The End of Apathy, and Tommy. You can also see him in a web series that he and his friend Matt McAndrews put together called “Between Bob and Matt.” Inspired by their deep love of comedian Zach Galifinakis and his “Between Two Ferns” web series, they interview actors and review shows from the Kansas City area in the worst way.

Jennie Greenberry and Bob Linebarger talked about the strong theatre community in KC.

Bob talked about “Between Bob and Matt” where he and Matt McAndrews interview actors and review shows from the Kansas City. You’ve garnered quite a following.

Both Jennie and Bob have strong musical theatre abilities. Mark talked with them about how it seems that Kansas City’s professional theatres are producing more musicals these days.

Jennie and Bob explained: “Shipwrecked! An Entertainment – The Amazing Adventures of Louis de Rougemont (As told by Himself)” by Donald Margulies.

Spinning Tree Theatre presents the KC Premiere of “Shipwrecked! An Entertainment – The Amazing Adventures of Louis de Rougemont (As told by Himself)” by Donald Margulies, starring: Charles Fugate, Jennie Greenberry and Bob Linebarger. The show runs, Friday, February 1st, through Sunday, February 17th, at Paul Mesner Puppet Studio, 1006 E. Linwood Blvd., Kansas City, MO. For more information you can visit: spinningtreetheatre.com or call Spinning Tree Theatre at 816-569-5277.

10:45

The MidCoast Takeover Fundraiser shows benefit the Midwest Music Foundation’s SXSW MidCoast Takeover, the annual showcase, this year featuring 46 bands from the KC area, over 4 days, March 13 – 16, at the Shangri-La, on East 6th Street, in Austin, Texas. For more information you can visit: midcoasttakeover.com or midwestmusicfound.org.

This Saturday, February 2 at The Riot Room with: Various Blonde – 9:45 / Drop A Grand – 10:30 / Maps for Travelers – 11:15 / Six Percent – 12:15

8. Eyelit – “High”
from: The Woe Dies / Independent / June 22, 2012
[Their song “Motionless” is on Midwestern Audio Vol. 1. Formed in Saint Joseph, MO, in 2008 by Austin (songwriter) and Dansare (voice). They released their first EP “Elephant” in early 2010. “The Woe Dies” was inspired by Bob Dylan, Iron & Wine, and Bright Eyes.]

[Eyelit play Czar, Friday, Feb. 1, with Jorge Arana Trio, Tiny Horse, & The Latenight Callers.]

9. Jorge Arana Trio – “Nightly Stroll”
from: Mapache / Independent / October 26, 2012
[Debut album by the Jorge Arana Trio. Recorded at Soundtrek Studios with Justin Wilson, May 7th, 2012.
Jorge Arana – Guitar / Keys , Josh Enyart – Drums , Jason Nash – Bass]

[Jorge Arana Trio play Czar, Fri. Feb. 1 with Eyelit, Tiny Horse, & The Latenight Callers.]
10:52

10. Six Percent – “Dying World”
from: The Years [EP] / Independent / October 26, 2012
[KC based punk rock band re-forming in 2010. Six Percent has shared the stage with Smashing Pumpkins, 311, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Slipknot and Norma Jean. The band features: Joel Friday on vocals, Jason Matthews on guitar & vocal, Jeremy Angotti on drums, Mike Mudry on guitar, Dustin Clements on trombone & vox, and Kenny Saunders on bass. The band is currently working on a new recording.]

[Six Percent play Riot Room, Sat, Feb. 2, with Drop a Grand, Maps for Travelers, and Various Blonde.]

10. Maps For Travelers – “Static”
from: Single Track Release / Independent / February 27, 2011
[Formed in the Spring of 2010 by 4 musicians who have played and toured nationally in various bands in and around the local KC area. RL Brooks on Vocals, Guitar, Trumpet; Zach Brotherton on Vocals, Guitar; Derek White on Bass, Kevin Medina on Drums. Maps For Travelers are currently putting the finishing touches on their new recording “Broken Antlers.” Their video for “Static” has been featured on FUSE TV – In Demand.]

[Maps for Travelers play Riot Room, Sat, Feb. 2, w/ Drop a Grand, Six Percent, and Various Blonde.]

11:00 – Station ID

12. Various Blonde – “Giant Steps”
from: The Dirty News / Independent / Decvember 11, 2012
[Conceived in 2008 by mutual friends, and now the brainchild of KC native Joshua Allen. The band includes Joshua Allen on Guitar & Vocals, Luis Arana on Bass, and Nick Organ on Drums. Various Blonde’s music has been described as “sonic devastation,” their sound includes a mix of: pop, rock, metal, soul, punk and jazz.]

[Various Blonde play Riot Room, Sat, Feb. 2, w/ Drop a Grand, Maps for Travelers, and Six Percent.]

13. Dollar Fox – “No Accord”
from: Little Mother’s Things I Am Keeping / Money Wolf Music / Oct. 27, 2012
[Recorded by Patrick Meager at Fuzz Bomb. Produced by Meger and Dollar Fox. Mastered by Duane Trower at Weights & Measures Soundlab. 7th release from Money Wolf Music. Dollar Fox: Tommy Donoho, Justin Penney, Nick Dothage, Ethan Taylor, Ryan Watkins. Members of Dollar Fox joined us LIVE on WMM April 18 for our Band Auction, and Oct. 24 before the release of their new recording.]

[Dollar Fox were named the winners The Deli KC Readers’ Best Kansas City Artist of 2012! ]

11:10 – Underwriting

14. Wildwood Highway – “Leap Of Faith”
from: Wildwood Highway / Independent / 2012 [Friends Periel, Deanna Hurst, Bradford Lee Stanfield formed Wildwood Highway in 2011 after years of backing each other on solo projects. They combined their individual styles, alternating between lead vocals & harmonies. They recorded in Nashville, and in LA where they mixed the recordings, legendary Bill Payne of Little Feat graced their album with his B3 and piano work.]

11:15 – Interview with Deanna Hurst

Kansas City native Deanna Hurst, performed in The Rocky Horrow Show at The Unicorn and Forbidden Broadway for Theatre League before moving to Los Angeles in 1990 where she who has worked as a professional actor, singer, and voice over artist. In 2011 Deanna formed the band Wildwood Highway with her friends Periel, and Bradford Lee Stanfield. In 2012 they recorded their self titled debut EP in Nashville.

Deanna Hurst co-wrote the song “Leap of Faith” with Roz Esposito, Deanna talked about the inspiration for the song.

Even though Kansas City is Deanna’s hometown, she worked professionally in Los Angeles and Dallas in the 1980s, and after returning to Kansas City to be on stage in productions at the American Heartland Theatre, The Unicorn, and Theatre League she traveled with the Forbidden Broadway show to Arizona and then permanently moved to LA in the 1990.

Deanna described Her early years in LA working at Aspen Optical, as “living a Bohemian lifestyle.” She worked for several years with The Circle X Theatre Company, (the LA home of our playwriting friend Jeff Goode.)

Deanna worked at the San Diego Repertory Theatre and the Northcoast Repertory Theatre.

Along with theatre Deanna has worked as a vocalist, singer, and voice-over artist, for commercials on radio and television. Deanna has also done several books on tape, including books by Ann Coulter, Teri Hatcher.

Deanna talked about how she ended up getting the same voice over agent as that of the late great “Voice of God” – Don LaFontaine who passed away in 2008, and was an American voice actor famous for recording more than 5,000 film trailers and hundreds of thousands of television advertisements, network promotions, and video game trailers.

Deanna talked about her work in a car commercial that will be air during this weekend’s big Super Bowl broadcast on CBS Television.

Throughout all of this Deanna also got married and became a step-mom.

Deanna met her good friend Periel in the early 1990s at Genghis Cohen, an asian restaurant and bar and one of LA’s hip musical venues.

Deanna met Bradford Lee Stanfield at The Alley several years later.

The three singers helped each other out as solo artists, and in 2011 they decided to form a band.

The band is unique because there are three lead singers, three separate, songwriters, who take turns singing lead vocals.

Bradford Lee Stanfield produced the new recordings for Wildwood Highway. The songs were recorded in Nashville.

The songs were mixed back in LA, it was there that Bill Payne of the famous band, Little Feat, brought his hammond B3 and Piano skills to your songs.

The band is working on releasing a full length recording this year.

Deanna Hurst formed the band Wildwood Highway with her friends Periel, and Bradford Lee Stanfield. Wildwood Highway released their self titled debut EP, with Bill Payne of Little Feat in 2012. More information about wildwoodhighway.us

11:41

15. Wildwood Highway – “I Don’t Need A Man”
from: Wildwood Highway / Independent / 2012
[Longtime close friends Periel, Deanna Hurst and Bradford Lee Stanfield formed Wildwood Highway in 2011 after many years of backing each other up on solo projects. The band combines their individual songs and styles, alternating between lead vocals and tight harmonies. The band recorded songs in Nashville, and in Los Angeles where they mixed the recordings, they had the great fortune of having the legendary Bill Payne of Little Feat grace their album with his B3 and piano work.]

11:45

Vive the Rock is a special Fundraiser for Académie Lafayette, Friday, February 8, at 9:00 PM at the recordBar, 1020 Westport Rd, KCMO, featuring: Federation of Horsepower, The Hillary Watts Riot, The Sexy Accident, The Quivers, and special Emcee: Cody Wyoming. More info at: vivetherock.brownpapertickets.com

16. The Quivers – “I Gots To Have It!”
from: I Gots To Have It! / Independent / August 1, 2012
[Terra Peal- Vocals & Bass, Todd Grantham- Keys & Vocals, Abe Haddad- Guitar & Vocals, Bernie Dugan- Drums. Terra Peal and Bernie Dugan joined us LIVE on Wednesday MidDay Medley on August 15]

[The Quivers play the recordBar on Fri. Feb. 8, w/ Federation of Horsepower, The Hillary Watts Riot, and The Sexy Accident]

17. The Hillary Watts Riot – “Killer Kind”
from: A/S/L / Money Wolf Music / April 20, 2012
[Debut album. THWR include: Hillary Watts Bird, Christian Hankel, Tommy Donoho, Sergio Moreno, Justin Penney. They describe their music as “freak pop.” This band is so fun to see live.]

[The Hillary Watts Riot play the recordBar on Fri. Feb. 8, w/ Federation of Horsepower, The Quivers, and The Sexy Accident]

18. The Smiths – “Still Ill”
From: The Smiths / Sire Records / 1984

11:59:30

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

sources for notes: artists websites and wikipedia.org

Show #458