Welcome to our first program of the new year. We have packed it full for you with News from the Americas; music from Santa Domingo by Joan Soriano; Marcelino Echeverria’s commentary on Mother Earth; Ariana Virgil discussing Sgt. Camilo Mejia’s stand against the Iraqi war; Mr Chuch’s walk through the Streets of Aztlan, the solstice poems of Francisco Alarcon and Jorge Argueta; and an important announcement for health care access for artists in San Francisco. All in a tide of wonderful music. So Enjoy! ¡Feliz Año Nuevo!
Produced by Julieta Kusnir, Ventura "Mr Chuch" Longoria, Vanessa Bohm, Emiliano Echeverria, Clay "C-Tone" Leandr & Carmen Andrea Rivera, and Nina Serrano.
Live on the air - Tuesdays 7 pm PST: KPFA 94.1 FM - San Francisco Bay/Northern California KPFB 89.3 FM - Berkeley KFCF 88.1 FM - Fresno Live on the web:www.kpfa.org
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Listen NOW: La Raza Chronicles - Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Tonight's edition of Radio Cuba Canta will start with a tribute to soneroAbelardo Barroso.
Following the Community Music Calendar at 9:30pm, Luis Medina will interview Oscar Hernandez of the Spanish Harlem Orchestra, with ticket giveaways to their upcoming show on November 2nd at Yoshi's Jazz Club in Oakland.
We will then spin a great popourri of Cuban music followed by an interview with Paul Flores and DJ Leydis about the "Bocas RadioActivas" spoken word event on November 5th & 6th in the Bay Area, featuring Bocafloja, Los Rakas, Brandon Santiago, and Doble Filo coming direct from Cuba; and wrapping up the broadcast with great Cuban Hip Hop.
Heard on KPFA FM in the SF Bay Area and on the Web at www.kpfa.org.
Produced and hosted by Emiliano Echeverria
Associate producer & broadcast operator: Clay "C-Tone" Leander
Community Calendar produced by Ron Flores
Live Broadcast: Saturday - October 30, 2010 9 pm PST - San Francisco Bay Area 12 midnight EST - NY/Miami/San Juan PR/ y la Habana, Cuba KPFA 94.1 FM - in Northern California KPFB 89.3 FM - Berkeley KFCF 88.1 FM - Fresno
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Listen: Radio Cuba Canta - Saturday, October 30, 2010
Radio Cuba Canta broadcasts monthly on KPFA-FM during Con Sabor, a weekly program featuring the best in Salsa, Latin Jazz and Afro-Caribbean music hosted by executive producer Luis Medina.
La Peña Cultural Center, Mission Cultural Center and Miami Light Project Present:
BOCAS RADIOACTIVAS (Part 2) Two Evenings of Bilingual Spoken Word about Race, Freedom and Hip-Hop/La poesia y politica del Hip-Hop
Featuring: LOS RAKAS (Panama/Oakland) BOCAFLOJA (Mexico D.F.) DOBLE FILO (Cuba) PAUL S. FLORES (San Francisco)
With Special Guest: Youth Speaks poet Brandon Santiago and DJ LEYDIS (Cuba)
SLIDE IMAGES OF CONTEMPORAY CHICANO & LATINO CULTURE
November 5-6, 2010
FRI. NOVEMBER 5, 2010 Mission Cultural Center 2868 Mission St. @ 25th San Francisco, CA 94119 415-643-2785 www.missionculturalcenter.org
SAT. NOVEMBER 6, 2010 La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave Berkeley, CA 94705 510-849-2568 www.lapena.org
All shows at 7:30PM Tix $12
ALL AGES! / TODAS EDADES!
A Spanish-English spoken word event to bring awareness to Black Latino heritage, immigrant rights and Spanglish culture through the global lens of the Hip-Hop generation. Also presenting DOBLE FILO from La Habana, Cuba for the first time in San Francisco demonstrating the challenges and success of Hip-Hop in communist Cuba.
Un evento de palabras bilingues para poner luz sobre la herencia Afro-Latina, el movimiento para los derechos de los inmigrantes, y la cultura Spanglish por una perspectiva del Hip-Hop mundial. Tambíén presentando por primera vez en San Francisco el grupo cubano Doble Filo mostrando el desarollo del Hip-Hop dentro de un pais comunista.
Paul Flores is a poet, playwright, novelist and nationally prominent spoken word artist from San Francisco who specializes in bilingual and hip-hop performance. His novel Along the Border Lies won the 2003 PEN Oakland/Josephine Miles Literary Award.. Flores most recent plays Fear of a Brown Planet (2005) and REPRESENTA! (2007) were both National Performance Network Creation Fund Commissions. Flores was featured on Russell Simmons Present: Def Poetry on HBO and was recently awarded a Center for Cultural Innovation grant to tour Latin America. He is the co-founder of Youth Speaks and currently teaches Hip-Hop Theater and Spoken Word at the University of San Francisco.
Bocafloja is a MC, poet, spoken word artist, and outspoken social communicator from Mexico City, Mexico. Bocafloja began his musical career in the mid-90's with the groups Lifestyle (1996-1998) and Microphonk (1999). As a solo artist since 2000, he released his demo EP album Lengua Insurrecta in 2002. Bocafloja burst on the Mexican hip hop scene with the release of the his debut album, Pienso Luego Existo, in 2003. Followed by the successes of Jazzyturno in 2004, A Titulo Personal in 2005, El Manual de la Otredad in 2007, and Existo: Matriz Preludio al Pienso in 2009, Bocafloja has transformed into one of the most revered icons in the hip hop scene in Mexico. Lyrically Bocafloja critically addresses topics such as institutionalized racism, social and political oppression, mental slavery, colonialism, and other human conditions. Bocafloja is recognized in Mexico as the pioneer of the utilization of hip hop culture as an alternative tool to create awareness, developing a different form for political participation that reaches and is more relevant to marginalized youth. Bocafloja currently lives and works between New York, California and Mexico City.
Los Rakas includes Ricardo Guillam Bethancourt and Abdull Dominguez. Better known as Rico and Dun Dun, they were just toddlers back in 1989. But their memories of that time are vivid. In their song "Invasion of Panama '89," they use archival news clips and somber lyrics to recount the violence that engulfed their Panama City neighborhoods. Like hundreds of Panamanians, Rico's grandfather died in the violence. Rico says he wrote the song so more people, especially Americans, would be aware of the pattern of U-S military intervention in other countries. RICO: "The thing that was going on with Iraq, that kind of reminded me of it. So I'm like, here we go again you know." But don't get the wrong idea. Rico and his cousin Dun Dun, now in their early 20s, have lived half their lives in the U.S. And they say they're grateful for all it has given them. Their debt to this country is apparent in their music. English and Spanish take turns over beats that merge Bay Area hip hop with the Caribbean rhythms of Panama. They have just released their second CD Panabay Twist 2: La Tanda del Bus.
Doble Filo is a Cuban hip-hop band formed in La Habana in 1995 and composed of Yrak Saenz Orta, and Edgaro Gonzales. Doble Filo is one of the most well known exponents of Cuban Hip-Hop and along with Orishas, have introduced the world to the innovative style of hip-hop mixed with Cuban traditional music Through its music and lyrics, Doble Filo particularly focuses on personal and racial themes aiming to improve social conditions by encouraging listeners to find themselves. This duo also aims to communicate important and controversial social issues. The members veer away from lyrics that advocate violence or belittle women. Their main philosophy is avoiding negativity.
DJ Leydis is a pioneer of the Cuban hip hop scene. As one of the first female hip hop DJs, she injected a feminist worldview into the male dominated culture. She co-founded the all-female collective Omega Kilay of Cuban emcees, deejays, dancers, activists and more. Four years ago she came to the Bay Area where she continues to perform as a DJ, poet and community activist.
Radio Cuba Canta welcomes the summer with a potpurri of some of that great Cuban music “you can’t get enuf of!” We’ll begin with some music for the Orishas then to some Rumba and early Son. We’ll hear some Danzones from the near and distant past plus some 1950s Charanga sounds, and feature a tribute to the life and music of Francisco Aguabella.
The second hour we will discuss the current efforts to bring Cuban musicians to perform in the United States, include a mix of some 60s and 70s Cuban sounds, the Community Music Calendar from Ron Flores, and conclude with some great Timba and Cuban Hip-hop……..
Produced by Emiliano Echeverria Engineer Clay 'C-Tone' Leander at the controls. Community Calendar produced by Ron Flores
Live Broadcast: Saturday - June 26, 2010 9 pm PST - San Francisco Bay Area 12 midnight EST - NY/Miami/San Juan PR/ y la Habana, Cuba KPFA 94.1 FM - in Northern California KPFB 89.3 FM - Berkeley KFCF 88.1 FM - Fresno
Radio Cuba Canta broadcasts monthly on KPFA-FM during Con Sabor, a weekly program featuring the best in Salsa, Latin Jazz and Afro-Caribbean music hosted by executive producer Luis Medina.
LISTEN to previous broadcasts & specials of Radio Cuba Canta with Cuban music historianEmiliano Echeverria from his collection of rare and vintage Cuban music recordings:
Produced and hosted by Emiliano Echeverria Associate producer & broadcast operator: Clay "C'Ton" Leander Community Calendar produced by Ron Flores
Live Broadcast: Last Saturday each month - 9 pm PST - San Francisco Bay Area 12 midnight EST - NY/Miami/San Juan PR/ y la Habana, Cuba KPFA 94.1 FM - in Northern California KPFB 89.3 FM - Berkeley KFCF 88.1 FM - Fresno
Cuba Canta broadcasts monthly on KPFA-FM during Con Sabor, a weekly program featuring the best in Salsa, Latin Jazz and Afro-Caribbean music hosted by executive producer Luis Medina.
Tonight's program features News Headlines from the Americas, reports from the US Social Forum, Guest, Francisco X Alarcon on the Facebook Poets' Protests against SB 1070, a walk through the Streets of Aztlan, fabulous music/historic commentary with Radio Cuba Canta and a calendar of upcoming events.
Produced by Nina Serrano, Vanessa Bohm, Mr. Chuch Longoria, Carmen Andrea Rivera, Julieta Kusnir, Clay "CTone" Leander and Emiliano Echeverria.
Author, poet and organizerFrancisco X. Alarcon
speaks about Facebook Poets against AZ SB1070
(click to enlarge).
Live on the air - Tuesdays 7 pm PST: KPFA 94.1 FM - San Francisco Bay/Northern California KPFB 89.3 FM - Berkeley KFCF 88.1 FM - Fresno Live on the web:www.kpfa.org
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Listen NOW: La Raza Chronicles - Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Tonight's program features News headlines from the Americas and guests: artist Susana Aragon discusses her adventures in art and education, poet Jorge Argueta tells of the First Annual Children 's Poetry Festival in El Salvador, Meldy Hernandez shares her pioneering work blending drama and health education as she explores issues around childbirth and morality. Kim Shuck explains the Native American view of their artifacts and remains that are held in museums. We stroll through the Streets of Aztlan for music, poetry and a calendar of upcoming events. Listen and enjoy!
Produced by Vanessa Bohm, Carmen Andrea Rivera, Emiliano Echeverria, Julieta Kusnir, Mr. Chuch Longoria, Clay "CTone" Leander and Nina Serrano
Poet and children books authorJorge Argueta
organizing a children's poetry festival in El Salvador.
(click to enlarge). Photo by Chris Faltis
Live on the air - Tuesdays 7 pm PST: KPFA 94.1 FM - San Francisco Bay/Northern California KPFB 89.3 FM - Berkeley KFCF 88.1 FM - Fresno Live on the web:www.kpfa.org
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Listen NOW: La Raza Chronicles - Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Medios Caminantes, es el primer espacio de habla hispana en la historia de la AMC, producto del esfuerzo colaborativo que se desarrolló en la reunión durante el AMC2009, facilitada por Palabra Radio y Peoples Production House.
Medios Caminantes, esta buscando apoyar y avanzar en la promoción de medios de comunicación basados en la organización de la comunidad inmigrante latina y del caribe radicados en los Estados Unidos. Enfocados en construir una red de medios comunitarios hispanos, este espacio promoverá el intercambio de recursos y modelos de organización entre los mismos participantes (Organizadores y creadores). Durante el AMC2010, Medios Caminantes nos enfocaremos en compartir e intercambiar las habilidades radiales en talleres practicos y talleres sobre como usar la radio como herramienta de organización; Medios Caminantes tambien tendrá un foro abierto para compartir los diferenetes modelos sobre como usar la creación de medios para empoderar a la comunidad inmigrante de habla hispana y generar ideas para la continuidad de este espacio.
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Medios Caminantes, the AMC's first Spanish-language media track, was initiated during the Spanish-language caucus, hosted by Palabra Radio and People's Production House during AMC2009 .
Medios Caminantes will support and advance Spanish-language media-based organizing in Latin@ and Caribbean immigrant communities throughout the U.S. With a focus on building a Spanish-language community media network, this track will promote the exchange of resources and organizing models between Spanish-speaking media organizers. Medios Caminantes will focus on the sharing and exchange of radio communication skills with hands-on production trainings, workshops on how to use radio as an organizing tool, and a radio building workshop. Medios Caminantes will also have an open forum to discuss models for using media to empower the Spanish-speaking community and to generate ideas for next year's track.
Tonight's program Mr. Chuch interviews Benjamin Bratt on his new film, "La MISSION". Also includes: News Headlines from the Americas, a report on hate crimes in Puerto Rico and visits from musician Rupa, and poet Avotcja. Listen and enjoy!
Produced by Mr. Chuch Longoria, Emiliano Echeverria, Vanessa Bohm, Carmen Andrea Rivera, Nina Serrano, Julieta Kusnir and Clay "C-Tone" Leander.
Live on the air - Tuesdays 7 pm PST: KPFA 94.1 FM - San Francisco Bay/Northern California KPFB 89.3 FM - Berkeley KFCF 88.1 FM - Fresno Live on the web:www.kpfa.org
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Listen NOW: La Raza Chronicles - Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Tonight's program features discussion of the beautiful Mission Murals, with Annice Jacoby and Patricia Rodriquez. We highlight the exciting music of Fuga and Los Cojolites; as well as offer exclusive News Headlines from the Americas and the word on the "Streets of Aztlan." Listen and enjoy!
Produced By: Vanessa Bohm, Carmen Andrea Rivera, Mister Chuch Longoria, Julieta Kusnir, Nina Serrano, Emiliano Echeverria and Clay "C`Tone" Leander.
Live on the air - Tuesdays 7 pm PST: KPFA 94.1 FM - San Francisco Bay/Northern California KPFB 89.3 FM - Berkeley KFCF 88.1 FM - Fresno Live on the web: www.kpfa.org/streams/kpfa_64k.m3u
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Listen NOW: La Raza Chronicles - Tuesday, May 25, 2010
We spotlight "Bracero", an exciting documentary illuminating the background of our current immigration debates and to help shape our future strategies. News headlines From the Americas with special reports on the student hunger strike at UC Berkeley and the upcoming youth march in San Francisco, as well as a calendar of upcoming events and musica- round out the night's program. Enjoy!
Produced by Vanessa Bohm, Carmen Andrea Rivera, Emiliano Echeverria, Mr. Chuch Longoria, Clay "C-Tone” Leander, Julieta Kusnir and Nina Serrano.
Fundacion Caminante Honors Nina Serrano
On Sat May 22 at 6pm Fundacion Caminante will celebrate “Premio Mujer 2010” honoring 5 women for their community service. La Raza Chronicles own Nina Serrano’s will be one of 5. The dinner and concert at St Mary’s cathedral in San Francisco features the music of Francisco Herrera, Liliana Herrera, Patricia Wells and Merlinda Fspinoza. For advanced tickets go to Fundacion Caminante. General admission for dinner and concert are $40, $10 for children, and $20 for seniors and students. LRC listeners are welcome to sit at Nina’s table. This is a benefit for Trabajo Caminante
Live on the air - Tuesdays 7 pm PST: KPFA 94.1 FM - San Francisco Bay/Northern California KPFB 89.3 FM - Berkeley KFCF 88.1 FM - Fresno Live on the web: www.kpfa.org/streams/kpfa_64k.m3u
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Listen NOW: La Raza Chronicles - Tuesday, May 11, 2010
La Raza Chronicles celebrates Cinco de Mayo on the Streets of Aztlan. We will hear: News Headlines from the Americas with a spotlight on the Salvadoran protests to the appointment to a governmental post of Jorge Melendez, who with Joaquin Villalobos murdered Salvadoran national poet Roque Dalton; a conversation with guests Marino Cordoba and Liza Smith about the internal refugee crisis in Colombia; a discussion with US immigration expert Arnoldo Garcia; and a report on the Colorado River water use in the US and Mexico. We add music to the mix and a calendar of upcoming events. Listen and enjoy.
Produced by Nina Serrano. Vanessa Bohm, Carmen Andres Rivera, Mr. Chuch Longoria, Clay 'C-Tone' Leandre and Emiiano Echeverria.
Live on the air - Tuesdays 7 pm PST: KPFA 94.1 FM - San Francisco Bay/Northern California KPFB 89.3 FM - Berkeley KFCF 88.1 FM - Fresno
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