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Drumming for An American Prayer

Jim Morrison, the inimitable lead singer of the Doors, would have turned sixty-six years of age today had he not died in Paris on July 3rd, 1971. His drummer, John Densmore, was on the Global Village this morning with host Beto Arcos. The host and guest talked about the proclaimed “Lizard King,” and about the [...]

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SolArt Radio #26: Too Much Rum!

In this latest installment of SolArt Radio, Marla Merlot returns for the first time since episode #2 (Too Much Wine!) Broadcasting from her secret quarters, Sali ‘Fire in the Lung’ and I hold down the mic with too much rum with special guest DJ Ruby Castellanos from Taller Sur! Aside from the always eclectic playlist [...]

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SolArt Radio #25: Dia de los Muertos!

After spending a few weeks in Italy and recovering from the subsequent jet lag, the ladies of SolArt Radio have finally returned. Just in time for Santa Ana’s annual “Noche de Altares” celebration, this week episode vibes in the spirit of dia de los muertos. With an expanded playlist of artists long passed and songs [...]

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SolArt #24: Taller Sur In-Studio!

In this ambitious installment of SolArt Radio, the community musicians of Taller Sur join us to talk about their music and upcoming performances. The band also plays three songs live for our listening audience as well; Isabella, Me Encuentro, A La Vida. Listen closely so as to not miss the free giveaway exclusive to this [...]

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SolArt Radio #23: Keep it Pushin’

DJ San Roman (that’s ME!) holds the mic down for the hour on a SolArt Radio solo mission. Streaming from beneath the Supreme Scream tower somewhere near Knott’s Berry Farm, your anti-gentrification station brings a batch of new jams for your audio enjoyment. Stay tuned in this 23rd episode to hear bands like Beatmo, Pacha [...]

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