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‘Everything Has A Story’ At Oakland’s Opus Open Mic

During the month of December 2022, Opus Open Mic is thrilled to welcome Sacramento, CA resident Deborah Armstrong to set the tone for the night Sunday, December 11.

‘Everything Has A Story’ At Oakland’s Opus Open MicBy Chloe WilliamsContributing WriterOpus Open Mic is more than an open mic night; it is an immersive art experience that is coordinated and hosted by author Chloe Williams, #OOM is a monthly event, rooted in storytelling and community building. “Everything has a story at Opus Open Mic.” Williams explains, “From the art on the gallery walls, down…

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Michael Cuscuna, photograph by Jimmy Katz

Michael Cuscuna

Michael Cuscuna, one of my great inspirations and sometime collaborator, passed away this weekend (April 19, 2024) from cancer. Being a cancer survivor  last year myself, when someone I’ve known and worked with for over 50 years it hit particularly hard.

Blue Cuscuna: 1999 promotional sampler from Toshiba-EMI [Japan]

Michael has been the most consequential jazz record producer of the past half century, a man who had not only a passion, but the relentlessness necessary to will the entire history of the music into being. Don’t believe it? Check out the more than 2600 (!) of his credits on Discogs. Substantial and meaningful he might have been, but to me, he was a slightly older friend who was always there with a helping hand. Hopefully, I was able to hand something back on occasion. 

As I said when he answered “7 Questions” eight years ago: “I first encountered Michael as a college listener to his “freeform,” major station, radio show in New York, and was fanboy’d out when a mutual friend introduced us at [an] open rehearsal for [Carla Bley’s and Michael Mantler’s] Jazz Composer’s Orchestra at The Public Theater (MC has a photographic memory: “It was Roswell [Rudd]’s piece or Grachan [Moncur III]’s. You were darting nervously around the chairs with your uniform of the time – denim jean jacket, forgettable shirt and jeans.”) By 1972 or 73, he’d joined Atlantic Records as a producer, and since that was my career aspiration, I’d give him a call every once in awhile. He’d patiently always make time for my rambling and inane questions, and I never forgot his kindness to a drifting, unfocused, fellow traveler. 

“...patiently always make time for my rambling and inane questions...” says a lot about Michael. His raspy voice could sometimes seem brusque, but ask anyone and they will tell you that he always made time to talk. Especially about jazz. 

I desperately wanted to be a record producer and Michael was one of the first professionals I encountered. He had already produced my favorite Bonnie Raitt LP when somehow or other I bullied my way into his Atlantic Records office, where he was a mentee of the legendary Joel Dorn. Over the next few years, Michael was often amused at some of the creative decisions I made, but he was always supportive and even would sometimes ask me to make a gig when he couldn’t. When I spent a year living in LA, he invited me over to the studio while he was mining the history of Blue Note Records that would define his life for the next half century. I completely failed to understand what the great service to American culture he was about to unleash. Along with Blue Note executive Charlie Lourie, Michael’s research resulted in a series of double albums (”two-fers” in 70s speak), but little did the world know what was on Michael’s and Charlie’s minds.

The Cuscuna/Lourie Blue Note “Two-Fers” that ignited Mosaic Records

“I don’t think it’s generally understood just how imperiled the musical and visual archives of Blue Note Records were at one point, and just how heroically Michael stepped in to make sure this unparalleled American music survived for future generations. If you like jazz, you owe the man.” –Evan Haga 

(Joe Maita does a great interview about Michael's career here.) 

Fast forward a few years. The air went out of my record producing tires, I became the first creative director of MTV, I quit MTV and along with my partner Alan Goodman started the world’s first media “branding” agency. Leafing through DownBeat one day I saw an ad that started a new relationship with Michael that would last, on one level or another, for the rest of his life: the “mail order” jazz reissue label Mosaic Records. 

Charlie Lourie & Michael Cuscuna at Mt. Fuji Jazz Festival, Japan 1987. Photograph by Gary Vercelli / CapRadio Music

Long story short, in 1982 Michael returned my check for the first two Mosaic  releases with a note asking for some help. Initially, Mosaic wasn’t the sure fire, instant success Michael and Charlie had hoped for, did I have any ideas? I did, but no time to do anything other than make suggestions, we were busy trying to get our own shop off the ground. This cycle repeated itself for another couple of years when this time when Michael called he said Mosaic was on death’s door. Fred/Alan was in better shape, so Alan and I, on our summer vacation, came up with the first Mosaic “brochure,” convinced the guys we knew what we were doing (I’d read a few paragraphs in a direct mail book in a bookstore) and, with nothing to lose, Charlie and Michael took the plunge with us. Success! 42 years later, the former Fred/Alan and Frederator CFO at the helm, Alan and I always answer any call from Mosaic.

The first Mosaic Record box set 1983

There aren’t many people in the world like Michael Cuscuna. The world’s culture will miss him. I will miss him. Most of all, of course, his wife and children will miss him. 

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Classical Music Playlist, April 17, 2023

Hosted By Victor Forman, Jennifer Reason, Mike Nelson In your car, at work, or at home, enjoy CapRadio’s relaxing and inspiring selection of classical music. Our daily playlists provide information on the pieces, performers and composers featured, plus links if you’re interested in buying music. Source link

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Ronie (even as she slept) and I made critical calls to register voters in Georgia! Join us & make calls anytime @ theNEAT.org/GAvotes #GAvotes #Election2020 #Election2021 #FeelTheBern #AEWDynamite #WWENXT #CapRadio Hey Michael Baracmontes if you’re interested in running for Governor in California in 2022 to challenge and keep Governor Newsom honest I would be down for that. #PittvMia Shoutout to Francesca Belibi for dunking it on Sunday! (at Newcastle, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CI4ZbYVgCEM/?igshid=xtcu7rdrjfi4

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Video premier for Th' Losin Streaks "Time Has Come" is here, complete with an interview with band leader Tom Foster!

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That was fun - I was interviewed for a delegate panel by Capital Public Radio, based in Sacramento, for an NPR show. It’s called “Insight with Beth Ruyak” and the host is Ben Adler. It’ll be aired soon online on capradio.org. #capradio #insightwithbethruyak #benadler #npr (at Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA) https://www.instagram.com/p/ByOFxCPH42vhRH2pEGbRiQcgNQ7AUfFS6Vi4Uo0/?igshid=1p7a06eluz4za

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"Do not film! Do not film! Do not film this!" one leftist is heard hollering at Rodd while black umbrellas attempt to block him from recording.

When the beating ends, Rodd captures the image of the victim sprawled on the concrete and struggling to stand:

[video is here]

This blatant prevention of First Amendment-protected reporting is an ongoing MO with Antifa and other violent leftist groups such as Black Lives Matter. We saw it in broad daylight in Portland, Oregon, last week when a gang of militant leftists bullied and physically attacked a Portland TV news reporter and videographer who dared enter their "autonomous zone" — and then kicked them out.

Still, there are plenty of folks still demanding cover for Antifa lawlessness, like one guy who warned Rodd that "there can be legal consequences for their comrades if you get too close [with a video camera]. It's a thin line. I have no respect for snitches disguised as journalists. Respect earns respect and trust earns trust."

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So it looks like Newsom’s administration is trying to hide every bit of dirty laundry they can.

They don’t want the recall to be about Newsom’s record. They want to paint this as a partisan powergrab. They want Newsom to be portrayed the man who saved California during the Pandemic.

Do you feel saved? Does having all the lockdowns, mask mandates, and vaccine mandates have anything to show for it? All we have are small businesss being shuttered, record numbers of people dependent on government hand outs, money wasted in ways we don’t even realize yet because they keep hiding what they are doing.

All the while, Newsom and his buddies get to go dinner at fancy restaurants as they talk about what they can do for each other. They pass Newsom “campaign contributions” and he does favors for them. His kids get to go to camps without masks. His wife gets to come and go as she pleases, traveling to places that aren’t locked down while the rest of us are told to shelter in place again and again.

This is not leadership. This is not right.

Don’t let them blind you to what he has done or who is he is.

Vote to recall him so we can try and do something that works for everyone, not just Newson, his family, and his financiers.

[diaryofanangryasianguy]

07/15/20

Poll Finds Asian Americans the Most Concerned About Coronavirus in Sacramento

CapRadio and Valley vision polled residents in the eight-county capital city region. The poll found that Asian Americans were the most likely to be concerned that their friends or family members would contract COVID-19. About 80 percent of Asian respondents said that they think residents should stay focused on stopping the spread of the virus. Just over half of respondents from other racial groups expressed similar sentiments.

Asian Americans have also had to grapple with an increase in anti-Asian hate and violence since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Stop AAPI Hate, a program created to track incidents of coronavirus-related harassment against Asian American and Pacific Islanders, has received over 2,000 reports of harassment and violence, ABC News reports.

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Monday-STRQ will be featured on Insight with Beth Ruyak 9 AM-10AM #capradio #capradioinsight #strqlove #strq #strqlove @capradio

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Donate Your Car Sacramento

Donate Your Car Sacramento

Donate Your Car Sacramento Donate a car or other vehicle in Sacramento, CA, the city that’s known for having the world-renowned UC Davis Medical Center, to the charity of your choice and receive a tax receipt for your contribution. In addition to car donations in the city nicknamed “Almond Capital of the World”, we also accept trucks, vans, SUVs, motorhomes, RVs, hybrids, trailers, boats on…

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Longtime CapRadio employee, 70, killed in lunchtime shooting in Sacramento http://dlvr.it/Sbv61J #Home #RealEstate #RealEstateAgent #BestRealEstateAgentElkGrove #RealEstateAgentElkGrove #RealtorElkGrove http://dlvr.it/Sbv61L http://dlvr.it/Sbv61T http://dlvr.it/Sbv61W http://dlvr.it/Sbv61b http://dlvr.it/Sbv61d

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Classical Music Playlist, November 24, 2022

Classical Music Playlist, November 24, 2022

Hosted By Victor Forman, Jennifer Reason, Mike Nelson In your car, at work, or at home, enjoy CapRadio’s relaxing and inspiring selection of classical music. Our daily playlists provide information on the pieces, performers and composers featured, plus links if you’re interested in buying music. Source link

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Ronie and I just made critical calls to register voters in Georgia! Join us & make calls anytime @ theNEAT.org/GAvotes #GAvotes #Election2020 #Election2021 #AEW #FeelTheBern #CapRadio #MedicareForAll #JobsForAll #CollegeForAll #JusticeForAll #BlackLivesMatter (at Newcastle, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIwo1eXAOwg/?igshid=2icq41vaazvt

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#JamesDonaldson On #MentalHealth - Where To Find Help If You’re Experiencing #SuicidalThoughts Or #Depression

These national and regional organizations can support you or someone you know in a crisis By Gracie McKenzie  - The U.S. has the highest rate of #gun #suicide in the world — and suicides account for more than half of the total number of gun deaths nationwide each year. It’s because of these statistics that we at The Trace consider covering #suicide central to our mission of understanding #gunviolence in #America. Research shows these deaths are not inevitable, and that most #Americans would act to support someone they know is at risk. But surveys have also found that people often worry about saying the wrong thing or not knowing enough to be able to help. If you or someone you know is feeling hopeless or overwhelmed, you’re not alone. The organizations listed below can provide emotional support in the moment and connect you and/or the person you who needs care to longer-term #mentalhealthresources in your community.If you’re concerned about the issue more broadly, we’ve also collected a list below of some ways you can get involved to support others. In our journalism, we strive to follow Reporting on Suicide’s best practices for #suicideprevention, including mentioning resources for people who are struggling with #mentalhealthissues whenever we cover #suicide and related topics. If you have feedback about our existing work, please email us at info@thetrace.org — and if you have a question about #mentalhealth and #gunviolence you think we should try to answer, you can submit that to our Ask The Trace series here. National resources The #988 #Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a free, confidential service that provides 24/7 support and connections to resources for those in distress. Call or text 988, both toll-free. Para español, también se puede marcar o enviar un mensaje de texto a 988. - Note: When you call, you should be routed based on your area code to a member of 988’s network of state and local crisis centers. #Counselors on the line should be familiar with and able to refer you to additional #mentalhealthresources in your area. - How to help: Contact your local crisis center for information about how to volunteer or donate. Text 741741 to reach a Crisis Text Line volunteer #counselor who is trained to provide support and help you navigate painful emotions. The organization’s website also has resources on dealing with #depression, #anxiety, #self-harm, and more. #Veterans can contact #Veterans Crisis Chat, or receive support over the phone at 1 (800) 273-8255 or by text at 838255. - Here’s the organization’s list of additional resources. The Institute on Aging runs a 24-hour toll-free Friendship Line at 1 (800) 971-0016 specifically for people 60 and older and those with disabilities. They say they also make outreach calls to lonely older #adults. The nonprofit #Trans Lifeline offers emotional and #financial support to trans people in crisis. Reach their team at (877) 565-8860. The #TrevorProject offers crisis support to #LGBTQ+ youth 25 and under. Call 1 (866) 488-7386, text START to 678678, or start a chat via their website. If you’re facing challenges and could use someone to talk to, a “warmline” — designed to provide emotional support before you reach a crisis point — might be able to help. Find your nearest option in this directory from the #NationalAllianceonMentalIllness. Are you worried about someone else? - You can contact the above resources for help supporting another person. - This list of warning signs from the #SuicidePreventionLifeline can help you determine whether this person is at risk, and what next steps you can take. - This guide and podcast episode from NPR shares nine things you can do that can make a difference if someone you know is at risk of #suicide. How can you help your community? - Various organizations offer trainings on how to effectively engage with someone considering #suicide, including LivingWorks, the QPR Institute, and the Crisis Text Line. - CapRadio in Sacramento created a guide to hosting conversations in your community focused specifically on rural #suicideprevention. Have you lost someone to #suicide? - The #AmericanFoundationforSuicidePrevention offers a directory of support groups where you can meet others who’ve also experienced this. - Here are some additional resources from the #SucidePreventionLifeline and from Friends for Survival, a nonprofit formed to support those who’ve lost someone to #suicide. Local resources, Chicago Illinois Call4Calm is for people struggling with #COVID-19-related #stress who need emotional support. Text TALK for English or HABLAR for Spanish to 552020. This service is free and available at all times. Call the Illinois Warm Line toll-free at (866) 359-7953 to speak with professionals who have experienced #mentalhealth or substance use recovery in their own lives. Local resources, Philadelphia The Philadelphia #Suicide and Crisis Center offers guidance and assessment at (215) 686-4420 about depression, #self-harm, #hopelessness, anger, addiction, and relationship problems. Up The Block is our resource hub for Philadelphians affected by gun violence. Search the directory to learn about local organizations that can help you take care of your #mentalhealth, keep your family safe, and more. #James Donaldson notes:Welcome to the “next chapter” of my life… being a voice and an advocate for #mentalhealthawarenessandsuicideprevention, especially pertaining to our younger generation of students and student-athletes.Getting men to speak up and reach out for help and assistance is one of my passions. Us men need to not suffer in silence or drown our sorrows in alcohol, hang out at bars and strip joints, or get involved with drug use.Having gone through a recent bout of #depression and #suicidalthoughts myself, I realize now, that I can make a huge difference in the lives of so many by sharing my story, and by sharing various resources I come across as I work in this space.  #http://bit.ly/JamesMentalHealthArticleOrder your copy of James Donaldson's latest book,#CelebratingYourGiftofLife:From The Verge of Suicide to a Life of Purpose and Joy http://www.celebratingyourgiftoflife.com Local resources in other areas - Live in Utah, Virginia, or Washington state? You can add yourself temporarily to a “do not sell” list for guns if you’re worried about your #mentalhealth.  - People in Colorado, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, and Washington can use the linked safe-storage maps to locate a place to temporarily store their gun or guns. - You can find your local crisis center on the #NationalSuicidePreventionLifeline website and contact them directly.   - On #NAMI’s website, you can search for resources available in your ZIP code. Thanks to CapRadio, the Philadelphia Inquirer, Reporting on #Suicide, and all of the organizations listed above for their work on this important issue. Know about a resource we should add above? Send us an email. Read the full article