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Evan Hatfield

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Evan Hatfield is a multi-instrumentalist born and raised in Visalia, California. Evan started studying classical Indian music and the raga system at the age of 19 years old in the lineage of Ravi Shankar. His unique blend of western and eastern flavors create an incredible array of sounds and textures that have wowed audience throughout the west coast of the United States. Evan Hatfield’s mission is to create peace in the hearts and minds of all who hear the beautiful sounds of his sitar and energetic vibrations of his music.

Evan Hatfield on Radio Venice

Radio Venice S06.E11 – October 15, 2017

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The Mike Livingston Band

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The Mike Livingston Band’s All-American musical throwdown is a wild amalgam of country, soul and rock & roll, all emphatically put across with Livingston’s frantic 88 keys and authoritative vocals and the coolly propulsive rhythm section of drummer Adam Steinberg and bassist Ben Getting.

It’s a highly unlikely and deliciously volatile combination—down and dirty street-smart and sleek, after-hours stylish, it’s equal parts Deep Southern blue yodel and classic 70s Hollywood punk strut, a recipe for disaster that nonetheless functions perfectly, thanks to the lurid pedigree of the players.

Livingston, of course, is infamous for both his late 70s stint as lead guitarist for Masque-era punk originators the Mau Maus and his appearance in Richard Meltzer’s Vom movie before moving on to stints with his own powerhouse trio the Livingstons, a marvelous collaboration with 77 Skulls frontman’s the Billy Bones and the brilliant, resuscitated 66 Sunset Strip psych-pop sensations Yellow Payges.

Livingston returned to the piano first with The Livingston Band featuring Dave Provost a former musical compatriot in the Yellow Payges and Brian Irving and then later, Adam Steinberg gladly pitched in and in short order they drafted upright Bassist Ben Getting, The results were spectacular—a hard-driving, deep-grooving blast of honky tonk roadhouse boogie and savage punk & roll.

With a repertoire that includes original Livingston thrillers, exotic plunder from the rock & roll jungle (Cramps, Jerry Lee Lewis, Teddy Boy thug Crazy Cavan) and shrewdly sourced soul and bluegrass classics, the Mike Livingston Band’s— high-quality, low-down and thoroughly mad-dog sound rates them as one of the most exciting forces in 21st century nightclub wildlife.

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The Mike Livingston Band on Radio Venice

Radio Venice Season 11 Premiere – May 5, 2019

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Talia Keys

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Tal·i·a Keys noun
a genre crossing multi-instrumental musical force of performing art, bringing you her brand of Soul-Funk-Rock n’ Roll

This Salt Lake City “musical powerhouse” is known for sourcing energies largely compared to the bluesy rawness of Janis Joplin and the fire of Jimi Hendrix. Synergizing that old soul vibe with new school sounds, best described by Katie Bain as “blistering.” Having been “struck by her talent, stage presence and refreshing candor.” – Insomniac: 2014 Best of Electric Forest

Talia is currently focused on two main projects, Talia Keys & The Love, a heavy hitting five member band and Gemini Mind, a full electric solo live looping show that creates a big sound. In addition to performing, she writes, produces and records her original material, releasing four albums so far.

Talia Keys on Radio Venice

Radio Venice Season 10 Finale – April 7, 2019

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How Mean

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Lead singer/guitarist Nick Foy and drummer Sam Cook recently teamed up to form How Mean after a late night, half-baked idea came to fruition. Originally from Mass, Foy and Cook strive to offer audiences more of a show than a concert, packing a greater punch than anyone would expect from a two man act.

Drawing influence from bands like Led Zeppelin and Brand New, How Mean’s way of reimagining familiar classics makes every song sound new again, combined with an equal dose of clever, crowd-pleasing originals which, according to Cook, fall under the genre of “gentle pressure.” As they continue to play more local shows, they look forward to expanding their act across the Los Angeles music scene. “We’re not here to make a living,” Foy says. “We’re here to make a killing.”

How Mean on Radio Venice

Radio Venice S10.E12 – March 31, 2019

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Lucy Gallant

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Lucy Gallant is hailed as one of the most talented indie artists on the scene. The British-born virtuoso plays an array of instruments, skillfully producing intricate, high-energy rhythms on the Cajón, while simultaneously singing and playing guitar, drums, ukulele or melodica. Gallant’s unique voice soars with rhapsodic range, conveying a full spectrum of emotion in her songs. From light-hearted and ethereal to intense and edgy, her vocals propel passion as visceral and versatile as her lyrics.

She writes her own original songs, fusing sounds of rock, reggae, soul, latin and folk-pop. Having toured the USA, South and Central America, Japan, Australia and much of Europe, the bohemian powerhouse dazzled audiences at both intimate venues and major festivals such as Glastonbury Festival, Beautiful Days Festival, Splendour in the Grass, Caloundra Music Festival, Art Basel, Falls Festival and Australia’s largest music festivals, Woodford Folk Festival and Byron Bay Bluesfest.

Gallant’s multicultural heritage is eclectically reflected in her craft. Her Burmese, Russian, Irish and Australian roots inspire genre-blended tunes and thought provoking verses. Her colorful repertoire of medicinal, empowering, uplifting music which unites those who imbibe its aural magic. Fans throughout the world are vitalized by her live shows, which at times include mesmerizing fire dancing and an invitation for audiences to join her on stage in an extraordinary co-creative experience.

While no set is ever the same, the effect of Gallant’s music remains a pure and undeniable enthralment. Her artistry is a movement of love and liberation, with a mission to stimulate joy. It is the reason she awakens with a smile each day … and precisely why her fans follow suit.

Lucy Gallant on Radio Venice

Radio Venice S10.E12 – March 31, 2019

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