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Olivia Kuper Harris

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Los Angeles based singer/songwriter, Olivia Kuper Harris, grew up in Texas, passing the hours plugged into her CD player, escaping into the worlds of pop and R&B. In high school, Olivia got into jazz and soul and in 2017, she won the “Postmodern Jukebox” Talent Search Competition. After 5 national and international tours, a growing fanbase and some life experience, Olivia released her first full length album, “Juicy”, which debuted at #12 on the Top 100 R&B/Soul iTunes Chart.

To promote her album during the pandemic, Olivia played a series of drive-in shows followed by the release of her first live album. Her newest single release, “Write My History”, will drop this Valentine’s Day.

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Olivia Kuper Harris on Radio Venice

Radio Venice S16.E04 – February 7, 2021

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Sky Willie

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Venice born and raised local legend Sky Willie … drummer of Piracy and acoustic punk rocker for life.

This is a true Venitian.

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Sky Willie on Radio Venice

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Tullara

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Tullara has been storming across the Australian music scene ever since her Debut EP release ‘Better Hold ON’ in 2016. Born and raised on a parrot farm in Ramornie, northern NSW Australia (true story), Folk/Roots rocker Tullara went on to win ‘Best EP’ at the 2017 Australian Roots Music Awards – this was the first step to an indie career that achieved an incredible 1,000,000 streams on Spotify in 2018 alone. With the amazing support from her listeners and fans, Tullara played a jaw-dropping 310 shows across 2018/19.

As her performance rep grew, Tullara won the attention and praise of ARIA Award Winner John Butler “Tullara has a way with words and a way with that guitar. She’s a gifted artist just at the beginning of what looks to be a promising adventure ahead.”, and was invited to open for Aussie legends such as The Waifs, Jeff Lang, Troy Cassar-Daley and Mia Dyson. Soon after Tullara was chosen as the National Australia Tour support act for international artist Donavon Frankenreiter (USA) and Wallis Bird (IRE), as well as opening for The East Pointers (CAN).

Wallis Bird was particularly impressed with the young Aussie’s talent quoting; “Tullara has a true magic, I’m not joking. When she plays with all her spirit I’m drawn to tears – every time! Excellent woman, excellent guitarist, excellent voice, excellent song-writer, excellent hair! What an asshole!”

Tullara has since racked up performances at some of the biggest and most respected festivals both in Australia and abroad including: Woodford Folk Festival, Queenscliff Music Festival, Artswells Festival (CAN), LeCheile Festival (IRE), Umefolk (SE), Floating Castle Fesitval (SI), plus many more. 

Along with her outstanding, all-female band, Tullara’s live show is a main-stage act that commands the stage with effortless swagger and connects to the audience with heart-wrenching honesty. From her guitar playing wizardry to her enticing, raw and powerful vocals, Tullara’s music exhibits a wide range of style, musical dynamism, captivating stage presence and depth of emotion.

Tullara’s highly anticipated follow-up release ‘Waiting for the Encore’ hit the stores and online platforms December 11 2020. Recorded, mixed and produced by Vancouver’s (CAN) premier female producer and international artist Aurora Jane.

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Tullara on Radio Venice

Radio Venice S16.E03 – January 31, 2021

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The TomiTom Sho

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Bio modified from an article that was written by Laguna Beach Vibe
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Tom Licon’s special connection to his daughter Tomi, began at infancy. He could see in her eyes she was gifted, dynamic and a child with a sharp sense of humor. Tomi represents the third family collaboration and they street perform as much as they can on the US West Coast between Laguna Beach and Santa Barbara.

At the ripe ol’ age of 15 Tomi has been playing over half her life. Tom is an artist to his core having studied both art and music in college. He schooled her on scales before chords and they’ve fine-tuned original songs like “Peanut Butter and Classical Jam”, “Simple Song” and “Her Butt” as well as covers like “Low Budget” by The Kinks, “The Weight” by The Band and “White Rabbit” by Jefferson Airplane. As the soloist, Tomi’s Spanish Requinto guitar strums a higher pitch than a traditional guitar and the small size instrument fits her to a T.

Tom compares their duo to a Mariachi Instrumentation of Multi Genre, striving to have something for everyone and remain unique in a cookie cutter world. Working so closely with your father isn’t always harmonious. Tomi’s main complaint is that her dad often repeats stuff, however his straightforward manner of speaking is always met with a laugh. For Tom, nothing brings more joy than harmonizing with someone that you love.

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The TomiTom Sho on Radio Venice

Radio Venice S16.E03 – January 31, 2021
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Brian Auger’s Oblivion Express

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The famed Hammond B3 organ and keyboard player Brian Auger has created a distinct voice that combines jazz, rock, blues, soul, and funk that is clearly recognizable to his millions of fans. With over 30 albums to his name and lengthy stints on the RCA and Warner Bros. labels, Brian Auger has accumulated Grammy Nominations, 10 albums charting in Billboard’s Hot 100, a #1 single, and the title of “The Godfather of Acid Jazz”. During his illustrious, 60-year career, Brian has worked with some of the most iconic musicians including Rod Stewart, Long John Baldry, Julie Driscoll, Alex Ligertwood (Santana, Jeff Beck), and even Jimi Hendrix. Brian has recorded with great luminaries as The Yardbirds, Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, Eric Burdon, Jimmy Paige, and Down To The Bone. His music has been played by Mos Def, Common, and Richard “Grooves” Holmes, among others.

Brian Auger’s projects include Brian Auger & The Trinity with singer Julie Driscoll, and the jazz fusion ensemble Brian Auger’s Oblivion Express, which through the years has welcomed a number of different members including all three of Brian’s children, son Karma Auger on drums, percussion, and background vocals, daughters Ali Auger on vocals, and later Savannah Auger on vocals.

Following previous anthologies like “Oblivion Express” and “Back to the Beginning,” Auger, who has received the US Congressional Award for Services of Jazz, a “Blues Louie’, award from the German Blues Festival in Lahnstein, and a lifetime achievement award given by Mayoress of Valencia in Italy, released a critically-acclaimed jazz piano album, “Full Circle – The Brian Auger Trio – Live at Bogie’s,” in the fall of 2019. Calling the release, “an excellent album,” Aja Ketch of A Vibe Radio Show said Auger “has not lost any of that original dynamic free soul.” And Shindig Magazine said that “Full Circle” is “the uncluttered, pared-down sound of Brian Auger rolling back the years and revisiting his roots on a set list of standards and evergreens.” His latest project, a Three-Disc Box Set, INTROSPECTION, was released in June 2020 by Sunset Boulevard Records and produced by Auger himself. For more, please visit Brian’s website: http://brianauger.com/

“You are truly my hero” – Keith Emerson

“Those who remain oblivious to the obvious delights of Brian Auger’s Oblivion Express do so at their own risk!” – Beastie Boys

“Brian’s power and love for the music was the foundation for one of the most memorable tours I have ever done. With this great solid foundation, it made it possible for us to blow free! Brian is a true inspiration to work with despite the fact he is an Englishman. Brian is a bad Mutha…!!!” – Les McCann

“Brian Auger is a superb technician on his instrument, but he also plays with feeling that is a rarity.” – Eddie Harris

“Brian Auger is a personal friend and great artist. I have had the opportunity to work with Brian just as a trio, he made his keyboard sound like a big band! He is a composer, arranger, complete keyboard player, a great accompanist. I enjoy playing with Brian, he can really make it happen.” – Louis Bellson

“Brian Auger is one of the best Hammond B3 artists I have ever heard in my life. His technique is awesome and the amount of energy he generates is unparalleled and relentless. He is a tremendous talent with a wonderfully warm and compassionate personality, a combination that is hard to beat. He deserves all the accolades.” – Herbie Hancock

“The ferocious energy in Brian Auger’s playing is far greater than any other Hammondist dead or alive. His dynamic, driving live shows take this energy through the roof time after time and are a hot ticket all over the world. He has matured but not mellowed. Focussed and visceral, his pioneering style has set a benchmark that few have to anywhere near.” – James Taylor

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Brian Auger’s Oblivion Express on Radio Venice

Radio Venice S16.E02 – January 24, 2021

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