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Previously unreleased interview with late great Los Angeles radio legend, Art Laboe who passed away on October 7, 2022. Stories and recollections from his life during the golden age of rock n' roll, helping end segregation in Los Angeles through his live shows in the city and much more. In Memoriam 1925-2022. Recorded in 2013.

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Bakotunes welcomes longtime LA ska and reggae music brethren Junor Francis, host of Reggae Connection (KSPC, Clairmont College) and The Reggae Show (KLXU) , and Eric Kohler (Goldenvoice, Reggae Nucleus Magazine.)
Junor Francis:
After discovering his love for ska and rocksteady music by transistor radio as a youth in the lush Farm District of Manchester Parish, Jamaica, Junor Francis packed his bags landing in New York with hopes of one day breaking into radio. After grinding his way through east coast life, he found his way to the sunny LA radio airwaves to begin a respectable career spanning nearly four decades. Still heard around the globe, he's become one of reggae and ska radio's most recognized and respected figures.
Eric Kohler:
A true eighties kid, Eric Kohler's affinity for live music has taken him from the independent publishing arena as the co-founder of reggae music magazine, Reggae Nucleus to the concert music industry working at LA show and mega fest promoters, Goldenvoice. In between his busy work and home life, Eric has also been instrumental in contributing to the growth of the ska and reggae legends scene, co-producing shows featuring classic Jamaican artists and up-and-coming artists.
Junor and Eric also host their own Web and audio podcast, "The History of LA SKA: One on One Sessions," available on Youtube, and your favorite podcast listening outlets.
SHOW ALERT! Saturday, March 18th, 2023 - Goldenvoice & Skamania present Stranger Cole (backed by The Steady 45's,) with Ocean 11, The Elysians, DJs Mila, LadyEye La & Marv Mack, and MC Junor Francis! El Rey Theatre, 5515 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA. CLICK FOR TICKETS!

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JFP (Julie Fucking Potter!) is a highly respected voice in the LGBTQ+ hip hop world. Hailing from the conservative red city of Bakersfield, CA. She has been a student of hip hop since discovering the sounds of RUN DMC and NWA. Her skill on the mic is a testament to her dedication and passion for authentic expression. She has been producing and performing her own music for over a decade and continues making waves as a rapper, advocate, and athlete. JFP has performed at several LGBT Pride Festivals throughout the US as well as tours in Europe. In 2019 JFP performed with renowned LA DJ BreezyEZ at the L-Fest the largest Women's Festival in the UK. In 2018, JFP toured through Barcelona, Berlin, and Montpellier, France to packed houses with legendary Toronto Rapper, Ice Tha One. This episode has it all, including music. JFP IS IN THE HOUSE!

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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 is also credited with being one of the first D.J.s to play and promote West Coast hip-hop music and creating the first 24-hour hip-hop radio station in the world. His show helped launch the careers of many notable hip-hop artists, including Ice-T, N.W.A., Dr. Dre, The Baka Boyz and more. In addition to hosting his syndicated The Greg Mack Show in various markets, you can also find him on the airwaves at FIRE 103.9FM and PRECIOUS 95.7FM (⁠SheMogulMedia⁠) in Bakersfield, CA.

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Bakersfield couple - Moe Adame (Burning Image) and wife Kathy recall being saved from clutches of killer cartel with help from E. Elias Merhige classic 1991 arthouse splatter flick "Begotten!" Must be heard to be believed (?) A Bakotunes Classic! Info: [email protected]