Musical Guests

Christina Apostolopoulos

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Blending honey-sweet vocals with fiery guitar chops, Christina Apostolopoulos’ music provides an emotional and honest journey through the folk, rock and jazz genres.

Born in Toronto and raised in Santa Barbara, Christina began studying guitar at age seven. She attended the Berklee College of Music on scholarship, where she was recognized for her songwriting talents and was featured in songwriting showcases every year of her attendance. In 2013 she released her self-titled EP, a solo acoustic outfit that showcased her repertoire of covers and originals.



In 2015, Christina relocated to Los Angeles and quickly fell into a supportive community of artists. In 2016 she exceeded her monetary goal in a Kickstarter campaign to fund her first full-length album, produced by local legend Nick Stoubis and featuring contributions from composers Drum & Lace and former Passion Pit member Ian Hultquist. In 2018 she was a headliner at the WFSU Fest in downtown Los Angeles, sharing the bill with Kimya Dawson and other female-fronted groups, and released her debut full length album, The Only Thing I’m Good At.



In addition to her solo career, Christina is a sought after session musician, and has contributed to various bands and recordings for artists including Georgia Nott of Broods and Kimi Recor of Lone Priestess, as well as music for film and television. Look for Christina Apostolopous as she continues to tour behind her album and performs new material regularly for her fanbase through social media.

Christina Apostolopoulos on Radio Venice

Radio Venice S11.E04 – May 26, 2019
Radio Venice S08.E14 – June 24, 2018

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Musical Guests

Matt Moody

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I’ve always struggled with this. I’m a songwriter, a singer, a guitar player, a friend, a lover, a dreamer; human. I write what I feel. I write to tell the truth.

I grew up in a suburb outside of Cleveland. A grey town most of the year, but beautiful when the sun hits it. Something that has inevitably made it’s way into my music. Keeping my emotions at bay has always been a challenge for me. In my youth I had struggled with it a great deal. I was a hockey player as a kid and would channel it through that, until I had knowingly heard Nirvana for the first time. That changed everything for me.

I had found the outlet I was looking for and ran with it. Playing in various grunge and rock bands over the years eventually lead me to where I am now, musically.

Songs have always found a way through me. I write because I’ve had no other choice. My ear follows what the aether is whispering, or sometimes shouting, and I create a vehicle for it. It’s a cosmic thing and I try my best to capture it.

I love making music. If I can inspire you to feel what you ought to through the art I create, then that is a success to me.

Music should strike to the core and rouse the soul within it.

I am still learning to love and live this life to the fullest. I love big flannels and cowboy quotes. I follow my heart and look to the stars for answers. I want to make music for the rest of my life, and I want to be honest in doing so.

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Matt Moody on Radio Venice

Radio Venice S14.E01 – May 10, 2020

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Markus Illko

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Markus Illko has the exceptional ability of having worked successfully within several facets of the music industry. At the age of 16, one of the youngest guitar students ever accepted at the University for Music and Arts Graz (Austria), he soon played in venues throughout the world, including Austria, Hungary, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, Germany, Czechia, Italy, Zyprus and the USA. Performances include TV appearances like Barcelona-TV (Spain) or live radio broadcasts such as “Let’s Spend A Night Together”.

Playing different styles from Classic, Jazz, Tango and Flamenco, he was frequently invited to Europe’s most prestigious stages including Joe Zawinuls Birdland, Porgy and Bess Vienna Orpheum Graz, Palau de Musica Barcelona and many more. Not only did he win several 1. prizes, but received also the prize of honor for his achievements from the University of Music and Arts Graz (Austria).

One of his newest projects as a guitarist & producer is the band The String Revolution. It is comprised of four professional guitar players who create distinctive sounds with their guitars. This unique sound is evident in their studio recordings and sold-out live shows.

The String Revolution released their first EP, “Stringborn,” in 2016, which won them rave reviews and jam-packed shows. Their most recent CD, “Red Drops,” was released in 2019. The band’s cover version of “Billie Jean” reached the Top 10 Spotify LA Instrumental Charts, and their songs on Spotify have garnered more than two million plays. In 2019, the band was invited to perform at the Grammy Museum for their “Great Guitars” Concert Series sponsored by American Express.

Markus Illko on Radio Venice

Radio Venice S13.E15 – April 26, 2020
Radio Venice S05.E09 with The String Revolution – May 7, 2017
Radio Venice S05.E02 – February 19, 2017

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Musical Guests

Mark Rechler

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Mark Rechler is a Musician/Songwriter/Architect who focuses on 3 separate musical projects.

CIRCUS MIND, a New Orleans-influenced funk/rock band, who released a new single just this past Friday called “Jazzfest Time”, with special guests Ivan Neville and Big Sam. The band is heading into its 20th year and working on their third release.

OUTHOUSE, an electronica lounge project with 2 releases complete and another coming out this year.

And FALLING WATER, a darker, singer-songwriter vibe, also with 2 releases out.

Mark has played and recorded with members of the Neville Brothers, The Meters, Soulive, Rebirth Brass Band, Eric Lindell, The Radiators and more. Mark’s music has been featured on The Discovery Network, Comedy Hall of Fame and Animal Planet.

Mark’s song topics can sometimes traverse the darker edges of space, such as drug addiction, death, shattered dreams…yet somehow manage to leave you with a little light at the end of the tunnel to grab onto. Or other times can be snarky, humorous stories with interesting characters.

The new release “Jazzfest Time” is a tribute to the best festival in the world, “The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival”, and Mark is donating all the profits from the song to The New Orleans Musician’s Clinic, to give back to his favorite city. $7500 has already been raised. Go get your download on iTunes or Stream on Spotify!

Mark Rechler on Radio Venice

Radio Venice S13.E15 – April 26, 2020
Radio Venice S05.E02 – February 19, 2017

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Musical Guests

Roberto Hermosillo

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Roberto Hermosillo is the new blood of the latin pop rock song. His music is considered as the perfect synthesis of Rock, Latin American Folk, and Classical Guitar.

​His career has taken him to share the stage with artists such as Latin Rock Legend Jarabe de Palo, Christian Chávez (Former RBD member), Beatriz Solís (daughter of Marco Antonio Solís), Latin GRAMMY-winning El Twanguero, and to play as a soloist with the Symphonic Orchestra of Campeche. He has performed around Mexico, USA, Europe, and South America.

Roberto Hermosillo on Radio Venice

Radio Venice S13.E14 – April 19, 2020

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