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Backstage Bay Area

Backstage Bay Area is an exclusive podcast that explores San Francisco’s jazz music scene in depth. It features intimate interviews with emerging and established artists. The program also offers a unique glimpse into the artists" creative processes, inspirations, and upcoming projects.

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00:59:16

Talking Story with Musical Director Trever Veilleux

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2020/12/06

Show Notes: Normally this this time of year, Musical Director Trever Veilleux would be preparing the UH Hilo Jazz Orchestra for its annual double-dose of Frank Zappa tribute concerts, however, the pandemic prevented that. Although folks won’t be lining up outside of the Performance Center to hear their interpretations, Veilleux appears on this podcast with his thoughts on Zappa and the UHJO. In this episode you'll hear UHJO recordings of “Uncle Remus," Outside Now," and new material from Professor T

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00:26:20

Talking Story with Guitarist Tomi Isobe

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2020/11/29

Show Notes: Blues guitarist Tomi Isobe celebrates his 10-year tenure on the Big Island of Hawaii with a new album called Ko'u Huaka’i (My Journey). It’s a different musical path for Isobe and he’s joined by the legendary Sonny Lim on guitar. Isobe joins host Steve Roby, and they play three tracks from the new release. You’ll hear “Big Island Blues,” “Na Vaqueros,” and “Sukiyaki-Ue Wo Muite Arukou.” The guitarist also takes on the challenge of singing in in English, Hawaiian, Japanese and Spanish

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00:36:11

The Friday Edition Podcast: John Burnett's Top Five...

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2020/11/29

Show Notes: We asked John Burnett, staff writer for the Hawaii Tribune Herald, for his Top 5 Tunes and he came up with picks from Ledward Kaapana, Mark Yamanka, Nā Palapala, Darlene Ahuna, and Long Tall Deb and Colin John. Listen to the podcast to see which songs he chose. Burnett has been in Hawaii media for almost four-and-a-half decades, three of those in radio. He's also written extensively about Hawaii music and entertainment -- first in the late 1990s for the former Hawaii Island Journal, then

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00:25:54

The Friday Edition - November 27: Kalani Peʻa

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2020/11/24

Our guest on this week’s podcast is two-time Grammy Award-Winning recording artist Kalani Peʻa. He talks about his two new singles that drop this week, and an upcoming performance on Kahilu TV. Plus, he’ll share some info on his third album due out in 2021. The Big Island Beat podcast is available for free on all major podcast platforms includingApple Podcasts,Spotify, andGoogle Podcasts.If you have a podcast show suggestion or guest interview recommendation, giveBig Island Music Magazinea call at

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00:27:25

Talking Story with Kainani Kahaunaele

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2020/11/23

Kainani Kahaunaele is a multi Nā Hōkū Hanohano award winning singer and composer from Kauai. Her original compositions have appeared in films, documentaries, and TV shows. This interview was recorded on October 25, 2020 at the Mauna Lani Resort before her concert, and features two of her original songs. A review of the show can be found on Big Island Music Magazine's site. Connect with Kainani Kahaunaele on Facebook. --- Send in a voice message:

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00:32:37

Talking Story with Ydine

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2020/11/23

Show Notes: Ydine is a soulful songstress based out of Hawaii island. She performs throughout the islands as a solo artist and with her band anOtherEvolution, an ever-evolving ensemble of musicians. In this episode you’ll hear two of her originals “Yes I” and the title track of her current album “Belly of the Whale.” Connect withYdine: https://www.ydinemusic.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backstagejazz/message

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00:27:55

Talking Story with The Kona Rogues

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2020/11/17

On this episode, our guests are Irminsul Harp and Joanie Collins from the Celtic-rock fusion band known as The Kona Rogues. From their debut album, Battin' Down The Hatches, you'll hear "Pikes Will Be Together" and "OroSeDo." If you have a podcast show suggestion or guest interview recommendation, give Big Island Music Magazinea call at (318) 500-3582, and leave us a message on the request line. If we like what we hear, we might air it on a future podcast episode. Thanks for listening and

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00:36:04

The Friday Edition: November 20

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2020/11/17

Our guests on this week’s episode include Maestro Brian Dollinger, Brother Noland, and Hal Glatzer. The Big Island Beat podcast is on all major podcast platforms includingApple Podcasts,Spotify, andGoogle Podcasts. If you have a podcast show suggestion or guest interview recommendation, giveBig Island Music Magazinea call at (318) 500-3582, and leave us a message on the listener line. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backstagejazz/message

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00:21:50

Talking Story with Blayne Asing

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2020/11/11

Blayne Asing is a prolific songwriter and his original songs range from country/folk to Hawaiian and island music He released his debut album “Young, Old Soul” in 2015, which earned him the 2016 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award (Hawaiʻi's GRAMMY® Award) for Most Promising Artist. Songs & Stories isa production of Big Island Music Magazine, and available for free on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Be sure to subscribe. Catch up on previous episodes here:

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00:38:31

The Friday Edition: November 13

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2020/11/11

This week’s episode features a variety of guests and music. Georja Skinner is the founder of Creative Labs Hawaii (CLH) and talks about new revenue stream opportunities for Hawaii musicians. Charles Brotman, is a Grammy and Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award-winner and director of the CLH Music Immersive. Courtney Booth is the Artistic Director for the Aloha Theatre. She talks about how the theatre is offering virtual performances like "It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play." Nick Wong is a rising star on

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00:40:52

The Friday Edition: November 6

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2020/11/05

On this week's Friday edition of the Big Island Beat podcast, we have a full show including new music from Tomi Isobe, Olelo, and Bad Papa. We’ll also speak with Artistic Director Guck Gessert from the Kahilu Theatre, Executive Director Phillips Payson for the Hilo Palace Theatre, and comedian and radio personality Nikki Gour. The show wraps up with a report on thenew Creative Lab Hawaii virtual program, spearheaded by the State Department of Business to help provide newrevenue streams for Hawaii

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00:19:53

Talking Story with Indi Folk Singer Jacy James Anderson

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2020/11/04

Jacy James Anderson is an indie-folk singer-songwriter who grew up on the Big Island, but is now based out of Denver, Colorado. He says his time here, especially under the tutelage of Honoka'a High band teacher Gary Washburn, helped shape his sound. In this interview, Anderson reflected on his rural to an urban musical journey. Jacy James Anderson Links jacyjamesanderson.com Facebook Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backstagejazz/message

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00:27:15

Talking Story with singer Shallon Toré

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2020/11/04

Shallon Toré is a gifted vocalist and songwriter who uses her talents to spread her love of Christian music. Shallon Toré Craddock (aka “The Singing Doctor”) is an American urban contemporary gospel singer, contemporary Christian singer, and songwriter. Shallon started singing in a gospel choir at a very young age. During her senior year of high school, she had the opportunity to meet and sing for Reverend James Moore, a gospel music legend. In this episode she shares two original songs, "Glow" and

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00:27:29

Talking Story With Guitarist Chris Stark

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2020/10/29

Chris Stark is an instrumental rock guitarist and songwriter from Hilo. He has played guitar in a variety of bands and ensembles over the years, ranging from thrash metal to reggae, to big band jazz to contemporary classical, and worldbeat fusion. We'll get to hear two originals, "Pandemic" and Ice Blue." Connect with Chris Stark: https://chrisstark.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backstagejazz/message

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00:24:32

Guitarist Lauren Elle Broido

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2020/10/22

Guitarist and songwriter Lauren Broido talks about her musical journey from the mainland to the Big Island, and shares a few music clips from a Pink Floyd Tribute show, and 50th Woodstock concert (Shakastock) event. If you have a podcast show suggestion or guest interview recommendation, give Big Island Music Magazine a call at (318) 500-3582, and leave us a message on the request line. If we like what we hear, we might air it on a future podcast episode. Thanks for listening and Aloha! --- Send

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00:26:32

Rising Reggae Star Lopaka Rootz

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2020/10/15

Lopaka Rootz is a singer/songwriter from Kailua Kona, on the big Island of Hawaii. He has appeared in the documentary film Livin' on a Rock: A Big Island Music Story, and at various Hawaii island music festivals. In this episode, you'll hear Lopaka perform "Livin' My Best Life," and "The Three L's," two recent songs from his catalog. You can findSongs & Stories on all major podcast platforms includingApple Podcasts,Spotify,Google Podcasts.It also airs weekly onKONA 100.5 FM in Kailua, Kona. If

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00:24:32

Broadway icon - Bronson Norris Murphy

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2020/10/12

Show Notes:On Saturday, October 17, 2020, the Hawaii Performing Arts Festival will welcome Broadway icon, Bronson Norris Murphy, to the virtual stage. This concert is the first of the festival’s 2020 High Season Series which benefits the HPAF Student Scholarship Fund. All proceeds from this event will specifically benefit BIPOC Artists. Buy Tickets: https://hawaiiperformingartsfestival.tix.com/Event.aspx?EventCode=1191919 Best known to American audiences for premiering the role of The Phantom in

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00:29:45

Bub Pratt

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2020/10/08

Songs & Stories: S2 E4 Show Notes: Hilo musician and curator of Kukuau Studio, Bub Pratt, talks about his new multi-artist album Kukuau Compilation. In this episode, you'll get to hear three tracks from the upcoming release. You can findSongs & Stories on all major podcast platforms includingApple Podcasts,Spotify,Google Podcasts.It also airs weekly onKONA100.5 FMin Kailua, Kona. If you have a podcast show suggestion or guest interview recommendation, give Big Island Music Magazine a call at

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00:31:10

Folk Music Icon Tom Paxton

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2020/10/02

Show Notes: Folk music icon Tom Paxton's music career spans more than sixty years. In 2009, Paxton received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, and in 2019 he released his 65th album Live! with The Don Juans. Paxton, now 82, has met everyone from Pete Seeger to Bob Dylan, and many musicians have covered his music. When I reviewed his April 2015 Berkeley concert, he announced he was done with touring, but that was a short-lived idea and he returned to the road shortly thereafter. This podcast bonus

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00:26:30

Lightnin' Larry Dupio

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2020/10/01

Larry Dupio is an amazing Blues guitarist, and won the Nā Hōkū Hanohano award for his Rock album Lightnin’ Strikes Hilo. Love and Lightning is Dupio’s seventh release and three songs from that recording are featured in this episode. If you have a show suggestion or guest interview recommendation, give Big Island Music Magazine a call at (318) 500-3582, and leave us a message on our listener line. If we like what we hear, we might air it on a future podcast episode. Thanks for listening and

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