Best Matt Munoz Podcasts (2025)

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Monique Powell (Save Ferris) 55:30

1M ago55:30

55:30

Send us a text It's a BRAND NEW episode of Bakotunes! I'm honored to welcome my guest Monique Powell of Save Ferris to the show! It was an opportunity I could not pass up and after a few tech delays, it finally happened. Monique and I go back to the early days of the band in Orange County, gigging alongside ska homies Reel Big Fish and more before …

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Carrie Underwood 18:10

1M ago18:10

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Send us a text Another American Idol alumni has entered the Bakotunes podcast! It's Carrie Underwood, who took time during her 2012 tour to chat with me about life on the road, her rise to fame, the evolution of country music and mucho mas! These country singers are always so nice. Includes the song, "Good Girl". Sponsored by Chain Cohn Clark - Ker…

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Kellie Pickler 25:00

1M ago25:00

25:00

Send us a text Kellie Pickler deserves her flowers... I remember this interview before her performance at the Kern County Fair in 2011, and she was by far one of the nicest artists I've interviewed. Longtime fans know her story from Sonic car hop waitress to American Idol to the big time, but behind the scenes Kellie Pickler has also rolled the pai…

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Sheryl Crow 16:15

2M ago16:15

16:15

Send us a text One of the shortest interviews I've ever had, but even 5-minutes with Sheryl Crow is bound to be a blast...and it was! I've been a fan since "Tuesday Night Music Club" and in 2011 I had the pleasure of connecting with Sheryl during her tour in support of her album "100 Miles From Memphis." Includes the songs, "100 Miles From Memphis"…

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Bakotopia Radio: Landen Belardes, Thomas Rockwell of Trout's, The CherryBombs! 52:34

2M ago52:34

52:34

Send us a text Let's do the Time Warp Again! It's Sunday night, July 4, 2010 and Bakotopia Radio is live at 9pm on Bakersfield alt-rock radio station 106.1FM KRAB with hosts Matt Munoz & Miranda Whitworth celebrating Freedom of Speech on our Independence Day! Guests: Bakersfield singer-songwriter Landen Belardes, Thomas Rockwell of Trout's honky-to…

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Cedrick Bixler-Zavala 32:42

2M ago32:42

32:42

Send us a text Unearthed and released from the Bakotunes underground vault! A previously unreleased interview with Cedrick Bixler-Zavala of The Mars Volta, At The Drive-In, Zavalaz! Recorded in 2013 just before his Bakersfield tour stop in support of his Zavalaz music project. There's music, looking back at The Mars Volta (which at the time had bro…

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Les Claypool 25:28

3M ago25:28

25:28

Send us a text Another beauty from the Bako vault! Bakotunes welcomes Primus bassist and musical visionary, Les Claypool! Enjoy a nice slice of cheesy, gooey, Primus goodness with memories, music and more. Recorded during the band's final Primus in 3D tour (2012). Episode includes music by Primus: "John The Fisherman (live)", "My Name is Mud", "Ame…

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Tommy Chong 21:56

3M ago21:56

21:56

Send us a text My full interview with the one-and-only Tommy Chong has finally been released! In this episode, Tommy and I discuss everything from his early years with Cheech & Chong, opening for the Rolling Stones, his time in at Taft California Correctional Facility and how it "mellowed" him out, his reunions with Cheech and more. Recorded May, 2…

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Louie Cruz Beltran: Paint The Rhythm 1:13:52

3M ago1:13:52

1:13:52

Send us a text Bakotunes welcomes Bakersfield and SoCal percussionist, vocalist, bandleader and painter, Louie Cruz Beltran! Meet Louie and get to know his artistry, his adventures in the music industry, and the art of making music in the studio with some of Latin jazz music's most revered artists. Features music by Louie Cruz Beltran: "Senorita Mi…

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Boz Scaggs / Michael McDonald 52:52

5M ago52:52

52:52

Send us a text PLEASE LISTEN CLOSELY TO INTRO FOR INFO ON HOW TO HELP CELEIGH CHAPMAN AND JIMMY ESPINOZA (THEE MIDNITERS) - BOTH PREVIOUS GUESTS FEATURED ON BAKOTUNES WHO LOST THEIR HOMES IN THE LA FIRES. THANK YOU! --------------- Bakotunes welcomes Boz Scaggs and Michael McDonald for a pair of previously unreleased interviews pulled from my perso…

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Celeigh Chapman 1:24:06

5M ago1:24:06

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Send us a text 1/11/25: PLEASE DONATE TO CELEIGH’S GOFUNDME: https://gofund.me/63523c18 CELEIGH AND HER PARTNER LOST THEIR HOME IN THE LA FIRES. PLEASE SHARE! ———— Bakotunes welcome Los Angeles country singer songwriter Celeigh Chapman. Raised singing country standards in the juke joints of Bakersfield, California, alongside some of the legends of …

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Liz Ohanesian: Party Like a Journalist 1:20:47

7M ago1:20:47

1:20:47

Send us a text Liz Ohanesian is an acclaimed veteran freelance writer and DJ who knows where most of the bodies are hidden in LA. If the name sounds familiar, it's because you're one of the many who came across her byline in the coolest of the free indie rags like The Rocket and LA Weekly found stacked at countless music stores across greater LA du…

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Greg Mack (1580 KDAY) and The Rap Radio Revolution 56:27

7M ago56:27

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Send us a text Greg Mack (The Mack Attack) is a legendary radio personality and music Program Director (PD) known for his contributions to the development of West Coast hip-hop and the popularization of the genre through his radio show, ⁠The Greg Mack Show⁠, which first aired on iconic Los Angeles radio station, 1580 KDAY AM during the 1980's. He i…

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George "The Giant" McArthur Returns: Welcome To My Nightmares! 45:25

7M ago45:25

45:25

Send us a text George "The Giant" McArthur is back with his Strange Museum of Oddities & Wonders Oct. 11-12, 8-19, 25-26 (2024) at 314 Norris Rd., Bakersfield, CA 93308! This year's George has expanded his spooky collection to include a True Crime Room! That also includes a special VIP late night tour! Hear all about it and make sure to get your ti…

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Halloween with The Adame Family 17:21

8M ago17:21

17:21

Send us a text A Bakotunes Halloween classic with Moe Adame from Bakersfield death rock legends, Burning Image! For film fans of E. Elias Merhige classic 1991 arthouse splatter flick "Begotten." Plus - music by Burning Image! Info: [email protected] Sponsored by Chain Cohn Clark - Kern County's leading accident, injury, and workers' compensation…

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Melvin (NOFX): No Quitting in Punk Rock! 42:16

9M ago42:16

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Send us a text NOFX is saying goodbye?! WTF? NO! F**K THAT! Melvin AKA Eric Melvin is co-founder and guitarist for the SoCal punk legends NOFX. It's hard to imagine a punk rock existence without a new NOFX album and tour in the queue, but he we are... NOFX is saying 'Adios' with a string of final shows in Chicago for Riot Fest, and a trio of FINAL-…

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The Goo Goo Muck's Bakersfield Backstory 36:37

9M ago36:37

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Send us a text By now everybody knows the "Goo Goo Muck" through Netflix's "Wednesday" series! Get the scoop on Mento Buru's Skalloween! The ep features a tribute to Bakersfield's very own Buck Owens ("It's a Monsters Holiday") and Ronnie Cook & The Gaylads ("Goo Goo Muck"), plus dub remixes and an all-new Spanish version ("Chu Chu Moco"). Lots of …

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28th Annual Village Fest: Bakersfield's Party of the Year! 26:29

9M ago26:29

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Send us a text Get a preview of one of Bakersfield's longest-running fundraising events, Village Fest, happening Sept. 7, 2024 at the Kern County Museum. Village Fest steering committee member, Miranda Whitworth stops by to give us a preview of this huge beer, wine, food and music event that raises tens of thousands of dollars for CAREFORKIDS.ORG !…

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Rebecca Esparza: Off The Rails 2nd Anniversary! 35:30

10M ago35:30

35:30

Send us a text It's a celebration! Rebecca Esparza is the owner of Off The Rails Tap Lounge, located at 1517 18th St. in downtown Bakersfield, CA. Rebecca reflects on her decision to follow her dreams and bring some much needed culture into historic downtown! Make plans to join us at Off The Rails on Saturday, August 17th, 2024 for the big "2nd Ann…

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Dr. Jasmeet Bains: California State Assembly, 35th District 36:33

10M ago36:33

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Send us a text IT'S AN REAL TALK/BAKOTUNES ELECTION 2024 PODCLASH! Dr. Jasmeet Bains is an American physician also serving as a member of the California State Assembly for the ⁠35th district⁠. She assumed office on December 5, 2022. In this episode of Real Talk, Dr. Bains will share some of her personal story and career journey through the Central …

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Rudy Parris: Tribute to Merle Haggard (Aug. 3) 14:15

10M ago14:15

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Send us a text Event Preview: Central Valley musician Rudy Parris (The Voice, season 3) phones in from the road for a preview of his all-star Merle Haggard tribute - "Tribute To The Hag Featuring: Rudy Parris, Norm Hamlet, & The Rounders" coming to the historic Nile Theater in downtown Bakersfield on August 3rd, 2024. Episode includes "Every Breath…

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Luz Elena Mendoza (Y La Bamba) 1:19:05

11M ago1:19:05

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Send us a text Luz Elena Mendoza of Y La Bamba is finally on Bakotunes! This interview has been in the works for over a year well worth the wait. If you're familiar with her rich body of work, you already know how brilliant it is. If you don't, be prepared to become a true believer. The group's latest album, "Lucha", is out now. Episode contains mu…

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Miranda Whitworth: Live and On The Record! 1:13:07

11M ago1:13:07

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Send us a text Miranda Whitworth is a veteran Bakersfield media and marketing professional. Originally from Salt Lake City, her story is one many can relate to...One day you're in college on a debate scholarship, the next you decide to leave your home state for new adventures, only to find yourself all alone in a new city in the middle of the San J…

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Gustavo Arellano: NAHJ 40th Anniversary Conference & Expo 17:11

11M ago17:11

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Send us a text Gustavo Arellano is an award-winning journalist, best-selling author, food critic, and columnist for the ⁠Los Angeles Times⁠. He's also a trusted homie and colleague. During his latest visit, Gustavo and I will discuss the upcoming NAHJ 40th Anniversary Conference & Expo in Hollywood (July 9-13): nahjconvention.org/. Gustavo will be …

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B3: The Beast of Bakersfield! 1:10:24

11M ago1:10:24

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Send us a text Brandon Benavides, who goes by the stage name B3, is a Bakersfield/SoCal based lyricist and rapper who believes in the power of his music. His 2023 album, "Mark of The Beast" stands a testament to his dedication to the demands of an ever-changing rap music industry. When he's not onstage or in the recording studio, he's working behin…

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The Summertime Playlist Podclash! 51:54

11M ago51:54

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Send us a text It's another Bakotunes / Real Talk Podclash! We're on vacation! It's the first day of summer! Happy Solstice! Miranda Whitworth is a veteran radio personality, TV producer and multimedia journalist. She also happens to be my co-pilot in life and I love her to pieces. In this special "We're on vacation" episode of Real Talk, we both t…

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Bakersfield Museum of Art After Dark Celebrates PRIDE! 19:04

12M ago19:04

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Send us a text Lauren Marty is the Marketing & Communications Manager at Bakersfield Museum of Art. In this episode, we'll get a preview of BMOA's Art After Dark Celebrates PRIDE event on June 27! Get your tickets NOW! Will sell out soon! Visit: bmoa.org/artafterdark Sponsored by Chain Cohn Clark - Kern County's leading accident, injury, and worker…

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The Bakersfield PRIDE Podclash! 59:32

12M ago59:32

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Send us a text IT'S A BAKOTUNES/REAL TALK BAKERSFIELD PRIDE PODCLASH! Wendy Garay is a Bakersfield City School District Teacher and LGBTQ+ Student Resource Support Provider for BCSD. Wendy (who identifies as Queer), holds the distinction of being the first to author and help establish LGBTQ+ Resource Support for BCSD. Yes, Wendy did that! This is h…

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Shontice Marie: Second Act 1:26:02

12M ago1:26:02

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Send us a text Shontice Marie is a singer-songwriter from Bakersfield, CA. Her name and voice may sound familiar to Kern County/Central Valley music fans during her stint as lead vocalist of popular Cali reggae roots band, Hayesfield, who made a name for themselves during the mid aughts, performing and releasing original music. During this time, I …

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Bakersfield Museum of Art Summer Exhibitions 30:04

12M ago30:04

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Send us a text Lauren Marty is the Marketing & Communications Manager at Bakersfield Museum of Art. In this episode, we'll take a deep dive into the museum's Summer Exhibitions on display now through Sept. 7, 2024! Plus, information about the upcoming Pride 2024 event at the museum (it sells out quick!) Visit: ⁠BMOA.ORG⁠. LEAD how this story ends i…

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Lightning in a Podclash! 1:10:11

1y ago1:10:11

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Send us a text It's a Bakotunes and Real Talk Podcast Podclash!: Lightning In a Bottle 2024 festival wrap-up, A preview of "3 Days in Space" music fest at The Empty Space, music by ⁠Modern Wives⁠, Cesareo rates his favorite movie concession snacks, a review of "Furiosa" and many more amusing ramblings from both of us! You love it! Check out Cesareo…

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It's...Willy Tea Taylor! 25:15

1y ago25:15

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Send us a text Willy Tea Taylor is a singer songwriter from Oakdale, California. Currently on the road back by with his talented and loyal band of compadres, The Fellership, Willy’s music is a mix of classic country and laid back, sunny Central Valley heart and soul. Make sure to catch him live at a venue or honkytonk near you! Official Website: ht…

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Katie Scaffidi Knudson: Uniendo Culturas 1:35:06

1y ago1:35:06

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Send us a text Katie Scaffidi Knudson is back for a fun, freestyle conversation about her personal history as the member of a talented, well established musical family (her grandmother is jazz guitar legend, Mary Osborne), to carving her own path as a successful vocalist, performer and music educator. During the episode you'll also hear some live r…

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Besta! The 50th Annual Kern County Basque Festival! 42:32

1y ago42:32

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Send us a text A preview of the 50th annual Kern County Basque Festival (Besta!) with guest Steve Gamboa, director of the Institute for Basque Studies at CSUB, Interim Associate Dean, School of Arts & Humanities, at CSUB and a member of the Board of Directors, Kern County Basque Club. If you've never attended, here's your chance to celebrate and ex…

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Nate Parrish: Only God Knows 1:13:45

1y ago1:13:45

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Send us a text Nate Parrish is a singer-songwriter and guitarist currently based out of Bakersfield, CA. Originally from Stockton, CA, his travels have taken him up and down the central valley playing music, as well as ministering alongside his wife Rachel (also an accomplished musician) to those eager to hear the good word. In this episode, you'll…

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Happy Mother's Day! 6:58

1y ago6:58

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Send us a text Taking a moment to say Happy Mother's Day to my Mom, Socorro, and all the Mom's out there. We Love and Appreciate You! Sponsored by Chain Cohn Clark - Kern County's leading accident, injury, and workers' compensation law firm. Subscribe to Bakotunes at all podcast outlets and follow our socials! Instagram / More Links Contact: mattom…

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Venessa Marie: Express The Mess! 47:03

1y ago47:03

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Send us a text Venessa Marie is a singer-songwriter from Bakersfield, California whose talents have entertained audiences of all ages throughout Kern County. She's got an authentic, soulful and rootsy vocal style with lyrics to match in her original compositions. Her musical evolution includes the classic rock and pop punk soundtrack of her upbring…

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Gustavo Arellano: It's Drinko de Mayo!? 10:07

1y ago10:07

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Send us a text Gustavo Arellano is an award-winning journalist, best-selling author, food critic, and columnist for the ⁠Los Angeles Times⁠. In this Bakotunes bonus episode, Gustavo gives us the historical truth about Cinco de Mayo aka "The Battle of Puebla, 1862" aka May 5th! What really happened? When and why did it become a day of reckless glutt…

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The Cinco de Mayo Podclash! 52:49

1y ago52:49

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Send us a text It's another Bakotunes / Real Talk Podclash for Cinco de Mayo weekend! Guest Cesareo Garasa stopped by to talk about Cinco de Mayo Do's & Don'ts, growing out of Cinco de Mayo partying, the results of the 2024 Best of Kern Reader's Poll from Bakersfield Life Magazine, lots of random chats, and our Top 3 Chicano films to catch for Cinc…

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Leeroy Villa: El Mas Duro! 48:50

1y ago48:50

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Send us a text Leeroy Villa is one of the hottest independent reggaeton artists on the the rise! Hailing from Miami, Florida via Barranquilla, Colombia (also the home of Shakira), he's been hitting the club circuit with a string of hit singles since his debut. His work ethic and youthful energy are only matched by his humble attitude about life. Ge…

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Spring Breakin' with Hunnie 44:42

1y ago44:42

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Send us a text It's a Spring Break Weekend Podclash! Bakotunes meets The Real Talk Podcast! What's in store this time you ask? My special guest is Bakersfield singer-songwriter, Hunnie! It's been over two years since our last interview and we do a lot of catching up, plus share new music! Also joining us in studio is Cesareo Garasa, entertainment c…

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In Memoriam: Greg Lee (Hepcat) 10:40

1y ago10:40

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Send us a text CLICK TO DONATE TO GREG LEE MEMORIAL FUND GOFUNDME The Los Angeles and worldwide ska reggae scene is mourning the sudden passing of vocalist, Greg Lee, of LA ska traditionalists, Hepcat on March 19th. Lee (53) suffered an aneurysm and cardiac arrest on late Sunday, March 17th at his home in Paramount, CA and was placed on life suppor…

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The St. Paddy's Podclash 49:23

1y ago49:23

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Send us a text It's a St. Paddy's Weekend Podclash! Bakotunes meets The Real Talk Podcast! What's in store you ask? Guest Cesareo Garasa is an entertainment columnist for The Bakersfield Californian and my bandmate in Mento Buru. This week we'll be talking 2024 Oscars Wrap, St. Patrick's Day fun and the Leprechaun horror film series, local St. Padd…

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Ramona: Tijuana's New Romantics 21:25

1y ago21:25

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Send us a text ⁠RAMONA⁠ are one of Tijuana's leading indie pop acts with a sound that straddles the psychedelic sixties groovy (and romantic) garage sounds of Mexico and East LA Chicano soul creating some of the hippest sounds you'll hear today. They've collaborated with Ximena Sarinana, David Velasco (Porter), and have built an irresistibly cool b…

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The Tao of Andrés 1:11:21

1+ y ago1:11:21

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Send us a text Andrés (Aparicio) is a singer songwriter, multimedia creator who always has something brewing in the studio, on the road, and the multiverse. His latest album, "Sonny Torres and the Multiverse of Sadness" is out now, and he's got more in his library for you to catch up on. Get to know this fiercely independent artist, his music, and …

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The Garasa Files: E News (No Disrespect) 45:17

1+ y ago45:17

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Send us a text SPECIAL BAKOTUNES / REAL TALK CROSSOVER! Cesareo Garasa is an entertainment columnist for The Bakersfield Californian and busy local musician, and also my longtime bandmate. In this special E News segment from the Real Talk podcast, we talk about the latest in word crimes, plus NEW music from pop punk rocker ⁠Nate Parrish⁠, and his k…

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Hey Ho, Let's Go: Marky Ramone 37:52

1+ y ago37:52

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Send us a text Hey Ho, Let's Go! It's our 100th Episode! Marky Ramone (Marc Steven Bell) is a legendary drummer who began playing drums in bands in the New York City area, before joining pioneering punk rock band Richard Hell and the Voidoids who toured the UK with The Clash and recorded the groundbreaking album "The Blank Generation". He then repl…

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Latti Patterson: Twice Out Loud! 40:20

1+ y ago40:20

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Send us a text Latti Patterson is a Bakersfield-based singer songwriter who got her start performing with her father Deryl and sister Breeia as The Patterson Family band for over a decade in various locations throughout Bakersfield. Latti shares her story from being a young SoCal kid dropped into Bakersfield life, to picking up the guitar to evolvi…

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For La Cultura: Katie Scaffidi Knudson / John Calanchini 28:38

1+ y ago28:38

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Send us a text Episode Features Exclusive Performances! Event Preview - For La Cultura (Feb. 10) - An evening celebrating Sicilian culture and music! Celebrate the rich beauty and deep history of Sicilian culture through music! The history of Sicilian music is the story of the people of Sicily – an expression of a people desiring love, freedom, fru…

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In Memoriam: Nate Berg (Bones of Brundage, Jerry's Pizza, HWY 58) 38:37

1+ y ago38:37

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Send us a text Nate Berg was a veteran Bakersfield music promoter known for booking and promoting punk rock and alternative rock shows inside the Jerry's Pizza basement in downtown Bakersfield in the nineties and early 2000's. In the coming years, Berg also began filming and producing a small string of independent documentary films focused on centr…

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