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Sound Therapy Radio has a new program to its line-up. Broadcasting on Tuesday nights at 7pm, ‘The Artist Lounge’ is part of the ‘TUESDAY NIGHT LIVE’ line-up on CJSF 90.1 FM. Host J Peachy brings in artists of all disciplines to discuss their creativity, inspirations, and opuses. Take in the life of arts and artistry with the ‘Artist’s Lounge’ and enjoy live musical performance in the breaks from the gods and goddesses of our local music scene.
Sound Therapy Radio recently had the opportunity to speak with Gillian Mulvale, of the Mental Health Commission of Canada. The Commission was established in March 2007 and is to provide an ongoing national focus for mental health issues. Gillian, a mental health survivor herself is one of the first two members of the strategy team. She speaks about the mandate of the Commission and the initiatives that are being rolled out over the next few years.
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The above are excerpts from the full broadcast on Jan 4th, Episode 104: Why should Canadians mind about the MIND?
In this episode we explore the psychosocial effects of war on children.
In relative terms, Canadian kids have it easy. Imagine your eight year old child recruited into war and carrying a machine gun. How does being in a war zone affect the child’s mind. We have a conversation with the people behind War Child Canada. What support initiatives related to the mind can you run in the worlds most dangerous war ravaged regions? We ask War Child Canada the charitable work they are providing in such high-risk environments.
War Child Canada has grown the awareness in their cause, by unique initiatives with musicians. From CD’s, documentaries and other projects with artists, War Child Canada creatively gets its point across. We speak with Barbara Harmer on how War Child Canada went from a relative unknown charity to working with high profile artists like Avril Lavigne, Sum 41, Feist, Bryan Adams and The Tragically Hip. How can local emerging musicians get involved and give back to their community? Barbara shares information on how artists can combine their artistry with a social cause.
We also speak with Jenn Donnville about an art based therapy program based in Sri Lanka. Children in the conflict and tsunami ravaged country express and heal themselves through painting, performance and music from household items.
Elias, who recently led a Vancouver based fundraiser, Busking for Change, for War Child Canada will be playing live in studio.
Original broadcast date, Monday Feb 1st, 7pm pst on CJSF 90.1 FM and cjsf.ca. Below is the archived broadcast, may take a moment to load
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This episode looks at the issue of empowerment. How can we take back control in order to lead a healthy, fulfilling life.
We will be speaking with Devon Boorman, owner of Academie Duello, a European Swordfighting studio. Academie Duello is a school of European Swordplay and Western Martial Arts devoted to teaching the weapons of the historical gentleman and warrior. Devon will share his perspective on power and its relationship with the mind through his experience as an expert in Swordfighting and Martial Arts. www.academieduello.com
Also in studio is Ron Sombilon, a successful visual artist. Ron believes, the worth of one’s inspiration is beyond measure. It is breathed in, absorbed, and with luck, passionately driven out through Artistic expression. Ron’s philosophy is that Art is an intimate and perpetual experience that should serve as a daily necessity. His program called Passion Chasers enables individuals to combine, art, inspiration and empowerment. www.ronsombilongallery.com. Check out Passion Chasers here
Our live musical guest, will be Brandy Gibb.
Broadcast date: Monday, January 18, 7pm. CJSF 90.1 FM, Burnaby. on-line @ cjsf.ca
Have a listen to the archived broadcast.
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Ross Fairbairn joined us in studio and talked about the blues. Have a listen. May take moment to load.
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Jenn and Jay bring you our last Jambalaya before the holidays. Our special gift includes some great banter and live music from Benjamin Keith. Enjoy and be merry. May take a few moments to load.
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Last Wednesday Kitt and I strutted out in our cowboy boots all the way down the Burnaby mountain and onto Davie Street to attend the premiere of the Super Fantastic Variety Gong show at the J Lounge, formerly known as the Jupiter Lounge on Bute.
Kitt and I didn’t really know what to expect, but it was something different so we were keeping our minds open. The venue is in midst of a makeover, complete with a new owner and fresh, enthusiastic management. They want it to be known as a live venue. It’s a good thing for Vancouver artists because in the restaurant business a stage takes up some valuable real estate.
The event was a little late kicking-off. No surprise really considering it was the first time out. The crowd trickled in until quite magically we found ourselves in the company of a full house. The house band, Gene’s Dancing Machines, warmed the stage up for the first performer—err victim? Ok, so the rules were that an artist/musician would perform their first piece and then the crowd basically decided yay or nay; nays get the dong of the gong, of course. First up was Neal Ryan, an Irish troubadour setting out in Vancouver. It was a decent acoustic performance. Next up was Devilsplender (aka Rob Malowany), an artist with a pretty impressive musical resume. Good performance, smooth vocals, but a bit lacking in musical variety. Being without a full band compromises what he can do, no doubt. Still he managed to avoid the gong.
Halfway through the night a comedian made it up on the stage. His name escapes me—which is probably a good thing. The performance was subpar but the crowd had a sense of humor, even for bad delivery. Gotta love us Canadians! Having been a fan of Live at the Apollo, I had visions of riotous audiences, heckles, and rotten tomatoes. I’m glad that wasn’t the case for this aspiring jokester, cause really it takes gachungas to get up there knowing you are at the edge of a plank.
Joseph Blood and his band were the feature act for the night. They had quite the set-up, the full band was so big they spilled off the stage and on to the floor. Joseph took over the place by starting his set standing with one foot on the front row couch and the other one in some dude’s plate of chicken wings. Blood’s performance set the room on fire. With all the changeovers between the gong acts the energy in the room had been wavering, but the Blood Brothers managed to send it through the roof and back again.
We pretty much left after that. This was a work night—gotta love our life! So would I go again? Possibly. I think there are a few things that need smoothing, but its nothing that time and experience can’t remedy. The concept has potential, however more audience interaction would raise the energy. I think with Vancouver being a hockeytown, this new artistic bloodsport may actually catch on.
J Peachy
Visual Artist and Creative Catalyst
jpeachy.carbonmade.com
Producer Sound Therapy Radio
CJSF 90.1 FM
soundtherapyradio.com
Jay Peachy and our funky work study Jenn host Jambalaya on December 15th. Live in studio is Align out of Israel. Have a listen, may take a moment to load.
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We recently had Coco Love Alcorn in the studio. Now a double nominee of the 2010 East Coast Music Awards, it doesn’t seem to be going to her head. The award is a reflection of where her roots are and she comes across acknowledging that reality.
Her songwriting is witty, soulful, positive; she exudes a true relationship with her other artists and fans. How she seems to manage it is something that hopefully she can sustain as her popularity will no doubt grow. Coco Love connects and attracts other performers, they seem to love collaborating with her. Her name seems to pop up in the most unexpected places. She is multi-talented, plays trumpet, guitar, intertwines jazz, hip hop, folk and likely much more. It makes her different and in demand. Her unique mix gives fans and artists a surprise every time.
Coco’s music naturally matches her personality, wit and scat go hand in hand, old school Prince of Bel Air like hip hop showcases her spunk. She is great live with just her voice and a guitar, but when accompanied with a supporting cast she thrives in the randomness and spontaneity.
Her songwriting is a mix of moods, reflection, childlike play and passion in relationships. For example her song ‘Joyful’ gives us the permission to be happy, she lives it and it shows in her art form. In contrast ‘Intellectual Boys’ exposes her geek appeal. The anticipation of whats around the corner is something you’ll LOVE.
Coco performed at the RIO Theatre in Vancouver BC, Saturday December 12th
J Peachy
Visual Artist and Creative Catalyst
jay.peachy@yahoo.com
jpeachy.carbonmade.com
Producer Sound Therapy Radio
CJSF 90.1 FM
soundtherapyradio.com
Join J Peachy and Gleyse for a special episode of Jambalaya. J Peachy has now moved into the 7pm Tuesday evening time-slot and Gleyse is moving to Monday at 5pm. So we had to have a party! Have a listen while J and Gleyse play musical ping pong and pick tracks from each of their playlists. Also, Gleyse pipes in with her political opinion, which is something to behold. May take a moment to load.
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