Hear and Now with Rachel C.: Recent Episodes
Rachel Cleary
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Writer, musician, and performer extraordinaire Rob Paravonian returns to Radio Free Brooklyn on this edition of the program to celebrate the release of his live album release and to discuss his upcoming show dates in Europe. Rob and Rachel also discuss the other projects Rob has been working on as well as some of the inspiration behind his latest material His live album, "Rob P. Rocks A Jazz Club", is literally that, and can be streamed and downloaded from all major distribution channels. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7Pm Eastern.
On this edition of the program, Rachel welcomes musician and songwriter Shayfer James to the studio for an interview about his latest release, "Hope and a Hand Grenade". A New Jersey native who first learned to play the piano as a means to help rehabilitate his hand after an injury at a very young age, Shayfer's music has a noir feel with a sharp edge. He discusses with Rachel how he approached the recording of his latest album differently than others; the topics he is hoping to address with the music and his future projects. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn on Thursdays at 7PM Eastern.
On this edition of the program, Rachel C. introduces an hour of music featuring tracks from former guests of the show mixed in with throwback tracks from other artists. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday at 7PM eastern on Radio Free Brooklyn.
On this edition of Hear and Now, the featured musical talent of the January 2019 edition of Microsessions in NYC joins Rachel for live in studio performances and discussion about their work and their participation in the Microsessions project. Megg Farrell, Cranston Dean, and Adam Maalouf are featured guests, along with Paul Schomer, the curator behind the Microsessions series. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday at 7PM Eastern on Radio Free Brooklyn.
On this edition of Hear and Now, Rachel C. is joined by musician Kelsey Warren, who performs "Another Club Night" from his upcoming EP, "KUMI", set for release in February 2019. Kelsey discusses his early career and the evolution of Blak Emoji, his latest musical endeavor. He also shares his live performance experiences, not just as a performer but as someone who has worked at various venues in over the many years that is the ever-changing landscape of New York City. Kelsey relays a hopeful attitude toward the changing scene and the way live shows are produced and curated and the way in which is music is shared with audiences. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7PM Eastern.
LoveHoney returns to Hear and Now for an interview and live performance in this edition of the program, previewing not one but two new tracks from their upcoming album. The foursome that blends rock, r&b, punk, and soul for a musical discusses their upcoming album release and upcoming tour. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7PM Eastern.
LoveHoney returns to Hear and Now with Rachel C. for an hour of chat and live performance on this edition of the program. The foursome that blends rock, blues, punk, and soul premieres two new songs and discusses their upcoming album release and tour. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday at 7PM Eastern on Radio Free Brooklyn.
Eryn Levine fills in for Rachel C. on this edition of Hear and Now, hosting musical guest Monte. This Brooklyn based band's sound blends rock, punk, and pop into a fun frenzy of energy you won't want to miss. Hear and Now streams live every Thursday at 7PM Eastern on Radio Free Brooklyn.
In this edition of Hear and Now, composer, musician and actor JT Curtis joins Rachel C. on the program for an insightful discussion on his professional and personal journey as a live performer. An accomplished musician and Broadway performer, JT shares the experiences that have informed and continue to influence his art. He shares several original pieces of music via live on air performance and talks about plans for a musical, which he has already begun writing. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7PM Eastern.
In this edition of the program, Brooklyn based duo A Very Special Episode joins Rachel C. for an interview and live performance, including a live acoustic version of previously unrecorded material. The band discusses its musical influences and the evolution of its sound, which features elements of both punk and traditional rock with a psychedelic edge. The band's upcoming collaborations, gigs and plans for the future are also discussed. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday at 7PM Eastern on Radio Free Brooklyn.
On this edition of the program, Rachel C. welcomes fellow and former Radio Free Brooklyn show hosts to the program for an hour of holiday tunes you're not going to hear whilst at the mall and an impromptu discussion to fit the bill. Why do metal bands make such great holiday music? What makes a holiday special suck or not? What IS it about this music that either drives us batty or prompts us to lose our crankiness altogether? Listen now with DJ MSG (Collision Time Revisited); Robert Prichard (Bushwick Garage, Brooklyn Bandstand); and Gianluca Tramontana (Sitting with Gianluca). It's like nothing else you'll hear this holiday season.
On this edition of Hear and Now with Rachel C., Rachel welcomes Brer Brian and Tiff Kline to the program in celebration of the release of their musical collaboration, "Rose and Chubby". It's a full-length album of music with a bluegrass feel with an undeniably edgy twist and this hour features several live renditions from it. Rachel also talks with the artists about past projects, what led them to working together o this project as well as what's in store for the future. Hear and Now with RachelC. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7PM Eastern Time.
This episode of Hear and Now with Rachel C., which aired on Thanksgiving 2018, is an hour-long playlist comprised exclusively of music from former guests of the show.
Musician, songwriter, and author Nick Fowler joins Rachel C. on this edition of the program in celebration of his latest book, "My Virtuous Sister", scheduled for release in 2019. Nick shares his personal story and the story of the progression of his career from musician to author to musician and back again. Nick also shares some of his latest music via a live in-studio performance and talks about how his writing has influenced his music composition and vice versa. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7PM Eastern Time.
On this episode of Hear and Now, Coney Island USA founder and program director Dick Zigun joins Rachel C. to discuss his latest endeavor, The Education of Al Capone As If Told By Jimmy Durante. While best known as the "Phony Mayor of Coney Island", Dick Zigun, a Yale-educated playwright, brings his knowledge of vaudeville and Brooklyn history to this interactive historical play depicting the story of how notorious gangster Al Capone became known as Scarface. For more information about the play, visit ConeyIsland.com. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday at &PM Eastern on Radio Free Brooklyn.
In this edition of Hear and Now, Sal Cataldi, Doug Hitchcock, and Michael West join Rachel C. in Rachel C.'s studios to talk about their upcoming show benefiting Malcolm Smart, who also joins the conversation via phone. The three discuss how they came to collaborate as musicians on the Brooklyn scene years ago and where the changes in the music industry have taken them. Music from prior projects like Frank's Museum and Hari Karaoke is shared along with current projects everyone is working on. This episode is a must listen to for anyone who loves New York rock n' roll history.
Matt Townsend, host of Radio Free Brooklyn's The Rodent Hour, fills in for Rachel C. on this edition of the program, welcoming musician Eden James for an hour of performance and interview. Originally from Australia, James has toured internationally and is currently based in the U.K. He joins Matt as part in celebrating his latest release and performances scheduled in NYC.
Emcee, writer, poet, and activist Miles Megaciph joins Rachel C. in Radio Free Brooklyn's studio on this edition of Hear and Now. Miles not only performs live, but discusses the healing power of writing and performing. A former Marine, Miles Megaciph is involved in the We Are Not Your Soldiers project, an anti-military recruitment campaign which came out of the World Can't Wait movement. Hear and Now with Rachel C. stream live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7PM Eastern.
This edition of Hear and Now features the participating artists of the September 2018 installment of the Microsessions project, otherwise known as "speed dating for music enthusiasts". Developed by Paul Schomer in Austin, Microsessions gives audience members the opportunity to have multiple new musical experiences in one evening. Paul, along with Ryan Egan, Kwame Brandt-Pierce, Christina Cavazos, and members of Bethlehem Steel appear on the show to discuss the evolution of Microsessions and how they came to be a part of the project. Each participant provides a live on air musical performance similar to what one experiences during the Microsessions event, for a truly unique live performance experience. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7PM eastern.
Life have you facepalming? Rachel C. hosts this hour-long musical journey to help you lower that paw and raise your head. Featuring music from some of her favorite generes: hip-hop, hard-driving rock n' roll, and damn near anything psychedelic. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7PM Eastern Time.
On this edition of Hear and Now, Soul Inscribed's Baba Israel returns to the program to discuss his newest project, CANNABIS. Inspired by the book, "Smoke Signals: A Social History of Marijuana-Medical, Recreational, and Scientific" (Martin Lee, 2012) the show uses music and spoken word to trace the impact of the plant exploring social themes. The hour also includes music from the CANNABIS project; live freestyle; a talk on how cannabis has been a functioning form of the arts over generations; and upcoming plans for the show. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday at 7 PM Eastern on Radio Free Bropoklyn.
Women That Rock co-founder Andie Aronow joins Rachel C. in the studio for this edition of Hear and Now. Their discussion on the creation of and services provided by the platform, the need for platform providing a voice for women in music, and Andie's professional background are set to a backdrop of music written and performed by women. The ever-evolving landscape of the music industry and the role of platforms like Women That Rock are just some of what you'll discover in this insightful hour. Hear and Now with Rachel C streams live every Thursday at 7PM Eastern on www.radiofreebrooklyn.org. For more information on Women That Rock, visit womenthatrock.co
Join Rachel C. for this hour of protest and anti fascist tunes, fraturing a few classics but primarily newer music from newer artists. The revolution in musical terms didn't end in the 1970s. It's alive and well in this colorful hour. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday evening at 7:00 Eastern Time
Italian psych rockers The Bee Bee Sea join Rachel C. in the studio for a live performance and interview on this edition of the program. The band describes the evolution of their sound, their experiences playing across Europe and the current North American tour. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday evening at 7:00 Eastern Time.
On this edition of Hear and Now, Oakland based group Grex joins Rachel C. in Radio Free Brooklyn's studio for a live performance and interview. With a sound that denies typical genre tropes and insightful lyrics, Grex is a group that will light up the mind. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday at 7:00PM Eastern on radiofreebrooklyn.org
Mike Cobb returns to the program with bandmate Justin Wertz on this edition of Hear and Now with Rachel C. As a producer of multiple benefit shows; Mike discusses the potential of live performance events to raise awareness about issues and causes. Mike and Justin also talk about a specific Greenpeace benefit on the program, along with upcoming music projects and performance dates, and play a live acoustic set. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday at 7PM Eastern on radiofreebrooklyn.org
Kiki Sabater of Slow Suck returns to the program to celebrate the release of her book, "Set Me On Fire Before I Blow". The book, released by Lit Riot Press, is a multimedia collaborative effort based on the author's personal journals. Kiki discusses not only the creative process behind the book as well as the personal ups and downs that it chronicles, some of which are an ongoing part of her life. The episode also features music from her band, Slow Suck and touches upon Kiki's future creative plans. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7:00PM Eastern time. Photo courtesy of Lit Riot Press.
Brooklyn based alternative electronic duo Letters To Nepal returns to the program with to mark the release of their new single, "No, No, No". The band talks about the evolution of their songwriting; the introduction of acoustic performances into their live sets; going vegan; and their upcoming video release. This episode also features an additional previously unreleased song from the band. Hear and Now with Rachel C. celebrates live performance culture and streams live every Thursday evening at 7:00 eastern time on Radio Free Brooklyn.
On this edition of Hear and Now with Rachel C., Chilean composer and playwright Jaime Rosas joins Rachel in the studio to discuss his full length rock opera, One Silent Shot. Jaime, a progressive rock musician, discusses how he developed the storyline for One Silent Shot and what his goals for the production. He also describes the intention of the piece, to encourage a respect for life and shares stories about his live performance experiences. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday at 7PM Eastern time on Radio Free Brooklyn.
Rachel C. kicks off poetry month with the special edition of Hear and Now featuring Bill Lessard and Mary Anderson. Bill and Mary discuss the Cool As F**K reading series that they produce at Pete's Candy Store In Brooklyn, NY. Bill and Mary talk about the evolution of the poetry scene in NYC, and what their monthly series hopes to accomplish. The discussion also covers poetry as performance art and its role and relationship to other live performance mediums like comedy and live music. The role of technology in the composition of creative writing is also covered. Bill and Mary both read live on the show. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7PM eastern.
On this edition of Hear and Now, Rachel welcomes Lex of the band Streepthroat to Radio Free Brooklyn's studio. They discuss a range of topics including Lex's creative beginnings; the origins of Streepthroat; the evolution of the band's sound; taking leaps and facing fears; living as an artist; and upcoming performance dates. Lex performs stunning stripped down versions of Streepthroat's music. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7PM Eastern time.
Writer, musician, and comedian Rob Paravonian joins Rachel C. in Radio Free Brooklyn's studio in this edition Hear and Now with Rachel C. Known best as a writer and performer of funny songs, Rob discusses the evolution of his career, including his vast live performance experience and his studies in creative writing. Radio Free Brooklyn co-founder Robert Prichard also joins in the discussion (and a sing a long!) and Paravonian performs live. For more on Rob Paravonian, check out robprocks.com. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday at ± Eastern Time.
Johnny Leitera of rock trio Tuff Sunshine joins Rachel in Radio Free Brooklyn's studio for this edition of Hear and Now. Rachel and Johnny talked about his touring with bands and as a solo act and upcoming performance dates, as well as the process that has gone into his new material. Johnny performs a live in studio acoustic set, giving the grinding srock sound of Tuff Sunshine a new and different feel. For more on Tuff Sunshine, visit tuffsunshine.com. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7pm NYC time.
In this episode of Hear and Now, Rachel welcomes Argentinian singer-songwriter Nahuel Pisano to Radio Free Brooklyn's studio for an interview and live acoustic set. Nahuel Pisano discusses the evolution of his music and its Americana, Country, and later, Punk influences. He also talks about the challenges of the live music scene in Buenos Aires and what keeps him motivated to keep making music. Nahuel performs four songs live. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7PM Eastern Time.
Members of the alt-country Americana Rock group Nightmare River Band join Rachel C. in the studio for a live performance and interview. The band discusses their time on the road, unique recording situations, and upcoming show dates. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7:00pm EST.
On this episode of Hear and Now, Rachel C. welcomes the Velveeta Underground to the show. An ensemble of noteworthy career musicians performing Velvet Underground songs using string instruments, the band presents old material in a new light. The band performs live and discusses their other ongoing projects, including The Crusty Gentlemen and SUSS.
Hip Hop artist and educator Mikal Amin returns to the program to mark the ten year anniversary of Fresh Roots Music. Mikal and Rachel discuss the evolution of the Fresh Roots Music project; his most recent tour; the role of music and media festivals in advancing opportunities in music and culture; his future endeavors, and how recent personal accomplishments have informed his creative process. Mikal Amin also freeestyles live and shares new tracks from Fresh Roots Music.
Host Rachel C. welcomes the band Revolushun to Radio Free Brooklyn in this Thanksgiving episode of Hear and Now. Featuring live in-studio performances, a talk about members' impressive CVs, a mention of NASA, and a lively discussion on psychedelic music and what makes it so, this is something you don't want to miss. Let Revolushun take you further. Hear and Now with Rachel C. airs live every Thursday at 7PM EST on Radio Free Brooklyn.
Comedian Albert Kirchner, known for his improvisational performance style, joins Rachel C.in Radio Free Brooklyn's studio to talk about his new weekly show at the Bushwick Public House in Brooklyn, NY. Kirchner also discusses his unique background, his personal evolution as an artist, and the potential for comedy to be a force for social change. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday at 7:00pm Eastern on Radio Free Brooklyn.
Members of Brooklyn based bands Dead Leaf Echo and DirtyBird join host Rachel C. in Radio Free Brooklyn's studio for an immersive hour of interview and music. LG of Dead Leaf Echo discusses the band's recent album release, current tour, and introduces three new songs from the band. Members of DirtyBird, a group made up of LaGuardia High School for Performing Arts grads, discusses the bands origins, upcoming album release, and performs live. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday evening at 7PM NYC time on Radio Free Brooklyn.
Members of Brooklyn based bands Dead Leaf Echo and DirtyBird join host Rachel C. in Radio Free Brooklyn's studio for an immersive hour of interview and music. LG of Dead Leaf Echo discusses the band's recent album release, current tour, and introduces three new songs from the band. Members of DirtyBird, a group made up of LaGuardia High School for Performing Arts grads, discusses the bands origins, upcoming album release, and performs live. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday evening at 7PM NYC time on Radio Free Brooklyn.
In honor of its 100th live broadcast, Rachel C. invited former guests of Hear and Now to return to Radio Free Brooklyn's studio to celebrate their accomplishments, talk about the future, and to see where the evening took them all. This jam-packed hour of art includes performances from Mikal Amin, Jason Trachtenburg, Emma DeCorsey; music from The Glorious Revolution and Even Twice; and talk, storytelling and comedy from Liam McEneaney, Michele Carlo, Michael Stuart Grosman, Robert Prichard, and Tom Tenney. Hear and Now with Rachel C. airs live on www.radiofreebrooklyn.com every Thursday at 7PM EST.
Mike Cobb of Mike Cobb and the Crevelators and Leo Liebeskind of Lovechild join Rachel in the studio to discuss the participation and organization of an upcoming hurricane relief show at the Jalopy Theater in Red Hook, Brooklyn, NY. Mike Cobb also discusses his musical influences and career, and Leo Liebeskind fills us in on the Lovechild project and how social justice issues have influenced his songwriting. Both Mike and Leo perform live to round out this not to be missed show.
Pulitzer Prize nominated singer, songwriter and musician Phoebe Legere and Emmy winning screenwriter and musician Les Bohem join Rachel C. in the studio along with Radio Free Brooklyn co-founder Robert Prichard. Phoebe Legere performs music from her new album live, and discusses her upcoming performance at the Jalopy in Brooklyn, NY. The group also discusses Phoebe's career, the influence of Arcadian culture on Phoebe's music, her non-profit organization, and the transition of musical consumption from live listening to downloading and streaming.
Writer, actress, and It Was Romance frontperson Lane Moore returns to the studio in this episode of Hear and Now with Rachel C. to discuss her band's upcoming performance in the 90s soundtrack series at Arlene's Grocery in NYC. Lane and Rachel also talk about Lane's book deal; the upcoming Tinder Live tour; loneliness and being; and the magic that is the film, Freeway. Hear and Now with Rachel C. airs live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern time. Original photo cresit: Lit Riot Press.
This episode centers around the Celebrate Red Hook Festival, a live performance event happening in Red Hook, Brooklyn, NY in September 2017 and artists participating in the event. Mary-Elaine Jenkins and members of Lizzie and the Makers perform live and talk with Rachel C. about the careers and upcoming musical releases. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern time.
This episode is another musical journey curated by Hear and Now host Rachel C., and the intention is to make you dance. Enjoy.
Tune in and take a trippy ride down a winding musical road with tracks from artists across musical genres.
Members of Brooklyn-based punk band Grim Streaker join Rachel in the studio to discuss the band's coming together, current show dates and upcoming releases. Fast paced, hard nosed in your face riffs are Grim Streaker. Hear and Now with Rachel C. airs live on Radio Free Brooklyn on Thursdays at 7:00 PM Eastern Time.
Chilean poet, songwriter, and vocalist Paula Barouh joins Rachel C. in the studio for her first English language interview and to premiere her new single, UNDERGROUND. Paula also performs a live poetry reading in Spanish and discusses her career and artistic process. Hear and Now with Rachel C. airs live every Thursday at 7PM Eastern time on Radio Free Brooklyn.
Join Rachel C. through a tour of the year 1977, when punk, disco, and hip hop were emerging as three unique musical forces and when NYC experienced a now legendary blackout during the Summer of Sam. Hear stories collected from listeners who experienced the blackout firsthand and how the environment of NYC in the late 70s shaped music for a generation to come. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern time on Radio Free Brooklyn.
SSSSLAM DUNK is an hour long Hip Hop, Lo-Fi, Trap, Electronic, Rap, Punk, Instrumental, Dance, Indie rock, Psychedelic Rock, New Wave, Chillwave, Dubstep, Vaporwave, Pop and Experimental music show! This episode is hosted by Guice Mann! Bringin ya backboard breakers, double pump dunks, two handed jams and 360 tomahawk jams! All kinds of crazy jams! Jewelry for your mind! Shattering the backboard every Wednesday at 12 am eastern on Radio Free Brooklyn!
Kiki and Johny of Brooklyn-based rock trio Slow Suck join Rachel C. in the studio for this edition of Hear and Now. They discuss the band's origins, upcoming release, as well as Kiki's upcoming literary project with Lit Riot Press. Kiki describes her transition from theatrical singer to rock front woman, as well as how her personal struggles have influenced her music. This episode includes live in studio performances of previously unreleased material. Hear and Now with Rachel C. airs live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7:00 PM, Eastern Time.
Guest Maria Colores joins Rachel C. in the studio to discuss her rise to stardom in Chile, her upcoming album and her evolution as a live performance artist. She also performs old and new music with members of her band live in the studio. Hear and Now with Rachel C. celebrates live performance culture and streams live every Thursday at 7:00PM Eastern on Radio Free Brooklyn.
Philadelphia based band Needle Points joins Rachel C. in the studio for live performance and interview. The "whirlwind of fun that beamed in from the 70s" talk about how they came together, the Philadelphia live performance scene, upcoming show dates and upcoming releases. Check this out for a guaranteed happy trip and check out Hear and Now with Rachel C. live on Thursdays at 7:00 PM on Radio Free Brooklyn.
Musician Sal Cataldi joins Rachel C. in the studio to discuss his long-spanning musical career, the evolution of the Spaghetti Eastern compositions and those recordings, as well as upcoming performances and projects. Sal also performs live. Hear and Now with Rachel C. can be heard LIVE every Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern on Radio Free Brooklyn.
Musician Megg Farrell joins fellow NYC native Rachel C. in the studio for an incredible live performance of classical jazz inspired tunes. Megg's musical projects, her involvement with Unit J in Brooklyn and the upcoming 2017 Northside Music Festival . Hear and Now with Rachel C.airs live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern.
Singer, musician, and Miami native Mercury Wolff joins Rachel C. on the program to discuss her current project, a piece of rock n' roll musical theater with astrological and sci-fi elements that will capture your imagination as much as Mercury's voice will capture your ear. They also discuss the relationship between sci-fi and music, Mercury's earlier recording projects, and live performance experience. She also provides a live personalized chanting session. Hear and Now with Rachel C. streams live every Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern time on Radio Free Brooklyn.
On this episode of Hear and Now, Brooklyn-based musical duo The Dream Eaters joins Rachel C. in the studio for a live performance. Rachel talks with the band about how they came to play together, their songwriting process, their new release and upcoming performance dates. Hear and Now with Rachel C. airs every Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern time on Radio Free Brooklyn.
Writer, musician, actor, and creator of "Tinder Live", Lane Moore returns to the program to sit down one on one with Rachel C. Lane and Rachel talk about the popularity of Lane's show, Tinder Live and she does an abbreviated set from this largely improvised live performance show. They also discuss Lane's acting career, her GLAAD award, her band, It Was Romance, dogs, and the phenomenon of dating apps in general. Hear and Now with Rachel C celebrates live performance culture and airs live on Radio Free Brooklyn every Thursday at 7:00PM, Eastern. Photo courtesy of Lit Riot Press.
Award-winning screenwriter and bassist for The Sparks Les Bohem returns to the program with live renditions of tracks from his latest album, Moved To Duarte. Les also discusses his musical career and writing careers, while Radio Free Brooklyn co-founder Robert Prichard pitches in about the station's trajectory as a nonprofit organization. Rob and Les both talk about art as activism and compare how it has manifested in NYC and Los Angeles. Hear and Now with Rachel C. airs live on Radio Free Brooklyn Thursdays at 7:00 PM, Eastern time.
NYC based band The Glorious Revolution joins Rachel C. at Radio Free Brooklyn's studio as part of a show celebrating Trans Visibility. Members of the band discuss not only their personal experiences as trans and/or non binary people but what the unique challenges are that artists making these transitions face. The discussion also includes how the band came together in its current incarnation, as well as future gigs and plans. The Glorious Revolution also rocks out live with three songs. Hear and Now with Rachel C. can be heard live every Thursday at 7PM Eastern time on www.radiofreebrooklyn.com.
Brooklyn based rock and thensome group The Bushwick Hotel joins Rachel C. for this installment of Hear and Now. The band not only plays live, but also discusses its serendipitous origins, as well as their recent album release, future plans, and their chronicling of artists they enjoy via their YouTube channel. What their music doesn't say, this discussion will.
Writer, musician, activist and Lower East Side native Fury Young joins Rachel C. on the program for a live reading from his new book, Meat and Milk. Rachel talks with Fury about his work with current and formerly incarcerated people, which helped spawn the Die Jim Crow project.
Producer, singer, performance artist, and Radio Free Brooklyn show host Velocity Chyaald joins Rachel C. in the studio to discuss her evolution as a performance artist and her contributions to live performance culture in NYC. Her musical career and her creation of the Badass Burlesque series are also discussed, as well as her radio show, Fallen Women, airing weekly on Radio Free Brooklyn.
U.K. based songwriter and musician Mark Shepherd joins Rachel C. in the studio to discuss his new album, "Bad Man"; his United States tour, and to discuss his songwriting. Mark plays several songs live on the air and Rachel C. delivers information on unique live performance events in various cities nationwide.
Writer Sarah Fisch joins Rachel C. in the studio to discuss her time in NYC, her love of San Antonio, her career in journalism, her screenplay and upcoming novel. Sarah also does a live reading of a piece based on her time living in Brooklyn, NY and Rachel drops new music from The Black Angels, Thee Oh Sees, LoveHONEY and The Falling Birds.
Get to know Brooklyn-based rock trio I Am The Polish Army on this edition of Hear and Now with Rachel C. The band talks with Rachel about how they came together, inspirations for their songwriting, and upcoming album and show dates. They also play three songs live in the studio. Rachel also provides a rundown of live event happenings and ways to stay active in social justice issues.
Get to know Brooklyn based band Hot Sauce on this edition of Hear and Now with Rachel C. Kate, JJ, Chris, and Hunter sit down with Rachel to discuss their origins, how they got their name, and upcoming performance dates. The band also plays The River, Alibi, and Witch Hazel live.
On the eve of the inauguration and two days before the now historic Women's March, Rachel C. went live with an episode dedicated to the spirit of social activism. In addition to a playlist featuring socially conscious music and female fronted bands, Rachel shares her experience prior protest movements and advice to those desiring to become more informed about and involved in social issues.
Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Magana joins Rachel C. on Hear and Now to discuss her training, musical career and upcoming live performances. She performs several new songs live and Rachel plays a track from one of her favorite artists.
Welcome to the Hear and Now Holiday Spooftakular! Rachel C. welcomes funny songstress and performer Killy Mockstar Dwyer and Collision Time Revisited host DJ MSG to the show. Killy does a live rendition of "Anal For Christmas" and DJ MSG provides an an entertaining and insightful look at Christmas TV Specials, completely with analysis and rankings.
Tune in and treat yourself to some Black Jew love! Legendary performance duo Epstein and Hassan join Rachel C. in the studio to discuss the evolution of their act; their years at Surf Reality; "going Buddhist" and their upcoming shows at the Alchemical Theater in NYC.
Johnny Leitera and Turner Stough of Tuff Sunshine join Rachel C. at Radio Free Brooklyn's studio to discuss upcoming shows, a new release for 2017, their new drummer, side projects (when aren't these guys gigging?) and to play new songs live, plus some old faves.
An epically eclectic hour comprised completely of songs from prior musical guests on the show. With Indigo Moon, Soul Inscribed, Mikal Amin, Thorazine Unicorn, lespecial, Even Twice, The Falling Birds, Blowdryer Punk Soul, Sharkmuffin, Schwick, LoveHONEY, Sean T. Hanratty, Les Bohem of Sparks and Gleaming Spires, Out Of System Transfer, It Was Romance, and Tuff Sunshine.
Writer, producer, vaudeville historian, publicist, actor, and performance artist TravSD joins Rachel C. to discuss Fields Fest, a theater festival celebrating the life and legacy of W.C. Fields. As a vaudeville historian, TravSD brings a unique perspective to describing W.C. Fields. They also discuss past and future theater projects Trav has, and will be, working on.
Johnny Mineo of the Brooklyn-based band Schwick joins Rachel C. at Radio Free Brooklyn's studio for a live acoustic performance and to preview new music from Schwick's upcoming release. You don't want to miss hearing how Schwick came together as a band and has evolved to become a part of an evolving artistic community in Brooklyn.
Storyteller, painter, gardener, collector, and player of the guzheng joins Rachel C in Radio Free Brooklyn's studio to dicuss art, the artist, the self, what divides us, and of course, The Beverly Hillbillies.
NYC based punk folk band Out Of System Transfer returns to the program to discuss their recent DIY tour, upcoming full-length release "Junkyard Golemn", and to play new music live in the studio.
Wherein we witness the the most packed room-both literally and figuratively- that Hear and Now has ever seen. Emmy award winning screenwriter and Sparks band member Leslie Bohem and British folk singer-songwriter Ben River join Rachel C. at Radio Free Brooklyn's studio for live in studio acoustic performances. Les discusses his early musical career, his transition to screenwriting, plays original material and is introduced to Robert Prichard of Troma movie fame (surprise, Les!) Ben River and his band, on their first tour of New York City, play a live acoustic set and discuss the Ben's prior releases, new material, and experiences as a live performer in multiple international cities.
Host Rachel C. welcomes rock duo Even Twice to the studio for a live performance, featuring new material from the band. They also talk about the band's origins and experience on the live music scene.
Get to know the band Lovehoney with an incredible live in-studio performance and the premier of their new single, "Can't Stop". Band members discuss with Rachel C. how they came together to form Lovehoney and the importance of the growing local musician community in Brooklyn, NY.
Rachel C. welcomes the band It Was Romance to Radio Free Brooklyn for a live in studio performance. The band also talks with Rachel about their upcoming release, show dates, and how this all came together.
Performer, comic, actress, and traveler Steph Sabelli joins Rachel C. at Radio Free Brooklyn as one of her first stops back in NYC. They talk about her performance career, her travels, tell wacky stories, and regale the listener with a delightfully absurd playlist curated by them both shortly before the show
Jennifer Blowdryer, Steve Wishnia, and Matt Metzgar are Blowdryer Punk Soul, and they perform a live acoustic set in studio in this edition of Hear and Now. The band also shares stories from their decades of experience on the arts and music scene in NYC and on the West Coast. Rachel C. also plays tracks from the band's newly published LP, Pinot Grigio.
Musician Sean T. Hanratty joins Rachel C. at Radio Free Brooklyn's studio for a live performance. Sean plays for most of the hour; he and Rachel talk about his upcoming summer tour, and his experience as a New York Native the ever evolving NYC music scene.
Rock Trio Tuff Sunshine joins Rachel C. in the studio for a live performance. They discuss upcoming projects, past tours, overseas adventures, and the New York music scene.
Rachel C. welcomes fire performer, artist, and producer of the immersive theater experience "LUST" to the show. They discuss Abby's emergence as an artist; her contributions to the field of fire performance, her current projects; in the hours following the release of findings regarding Prince's death, Abby and Rachel talk intervention, harm reduction, and recovery. This show includes music from Foo Fighters, Smashing Pumpkins, and A Place to Bury Strangers.
Writer and comedian Mutiya Vision joins Rachel C. to discuss her early writing career, her first year in comedy, her inspiring personal story and her upcoming plans to conquer her fear of heights.
Collision Time Revisited host DJ MSG fills in for Rachel C. with a rockin' playlist featuring great rock bands he's seen and live performance tracks.
Musician Nick Horner returns to Hear and Now to discuss his upcoming album release with String Sound and to talk about upcoming Porch Stomp activities.
Host Rachel C. goes live with material that for time and technical reasons never made it into previous broadcasts. Featuring music from The New York Fowl Harmonic, Seth Faergolzia, The New York Howl, Fat White Family, Tamar-Kali, Jimi Hendrix, and the comedy of Liam McEneaney.
Guest host and Robert Prichard throws together a rockin' playlist of protest tunes in honor of Rachel C.'s taking the night off to attend an anti-Trump rally in town.
Writer, producer and comedian Liam McEneaney joins Rachel C. on the show to discuss his upcoming comedy album, Working Class Fancy. Liam also performs some of his material from the nw album and reads a "love poem". Hilarity ensues.