raisingthestandards

The Big Easy

…good show this week.
Since it’s high time (pun intended) for me to head back to The Big Easy, we will catch up with our old pal Mark Wilson. Mark is now the GM of the Omni Riverfront Hotel in New Orleans.
Terrific venue and part of the remarkable Omni Hotels and Resorts. World famous and world class, looking forward to hearing more.
We will chat with Dave Lopato about his new project, “Short Stories.” A tasty bit of Jazz which you will enjoy. Pianist , composer, educator Dave is a fascinating
On Liner Notes we’ll pay tribute to Tom Waits. Not a fan? Tune in. You just might change your mind.
Join Rachael Shelton and myself for “Raising the Standards” The Internet’s finest hour…anywhere.
Saturdays noon to 1 PM on Santa Cruz Voice and anytime on Spotify.
Rachael Shelton
Santa Cruz Voice
Omni Riverfront Hotel

A LITTLE BIT OF COUNTRY

Our great friend and one of our favorite people, Carolyn Sills joins us in studio for a chat and a bit of music.
We are delighted to welcome Carolyn back. Her new album, “On the Draw” comes out in a few weeks. We’ll get a preview of the project and share where you can catch her live.

Sports Talk

No fluff just hard hitting stuff

…good show this week.
We’re back after a week of R & R and we will be chatting with Monterey County Weekly writer, Celia Jimenez.
She was kind enough to do a piece on yours truly a couple of weeks ago and dugout interview, I discovered that she has a fascinating back story. We will share her journey and talk local media, Jazz at the Ranch and more. Should be fun.
Dr. John will make a, “House Call” and fill in on a new upcoming lecture series.
Liner Notes will give a nod to Seth, MacFarlane, and Rachael and I will talk about all the kids that didn’t show up on Halloween.
Join us for “ Raising the Standards” The Internet’s finest hour…anywhere.
Saturday noon to 1 PM on Santa Cruz Voice and any time on Spotify .
Rachael Shelton
Monterey County Weekly
Jazz at the Ranch
Celia Jiménez

Cow Bop

...good show this week.
In fact we have a good many good shows coming up. This Saturday, Rachael and I welcome the great Bruce Forman in studio. A renowned Jazz guitarist and instructor at USC he has worked on several films with Clint Eastwood. Bruce also tours regularly with Cow Bop who wowed them at Jazz at the Ranch. He'll bring his ax (how about that sixties reference?) and treat us to a live performance.
Then next month Carolyn Sills will stop by to entertain us as well. Plus a few more surprises as we head to the Holidays.
We hope to hear from Rancho Cielo CEO Chris Devers about a terrific competition they just won.
Finally, Liner Notes will feature Bogart, Hepburn and Dooley Wilson.
Join Rachael Shelton and myself for The Internet's finest hour...anywhere. "Raising The Standards" Saturdays noon to 1 PM on Santa Cruz Voice and anytime on Spotify.

What to buy a 138 year old...

...good show this week.
We will catch up with our old friend, Suzanne Mannion, the Director of Public Affairs for The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation. This may come as a surprise to you but The Statue isn't only there during the summer. We'll find out what's planned for fall. Always a good and interesting interview.
Thelonius Monk had a birthday this week and we will remember the great man.
Liner Notes will feature Wes Montgomery we will also review a fascinating book called, “Beaver Land.” I suggest that you not Goggle it.
Join Rachael Shelton and myself for The Internet’s finest hour…anywhere.
Saturday noon to 1 PM on Santa Cruz Voice and anytime on Spotify.

We’ll talk binging and hear a bit of Dizzy Gillespie

…good show this week.
After a few very long days which included the Jacobi 43 golf event and the last Jazz at the Ranch of 2023, we will be back in studio.
We will chat with our friend Beth Peerless of The Monterey Herald who is covering the Rebels and Renegades Music Festival.
Liner Notes will feature a rare performance by the great Little Richard.
We’ll talk binging and hear a bit of Dizzy Gillespie.
Join Rachael Shelton and myself for “Raising The Standards.” The Internet’s finest hour…anywhere. Saturdays Noon to 1 PM on Santa Cruz Voice and anytime on Spotify.
Streaming live
Saturday noon and 5 pm
www.santacruzvoice.com
Rachael Shelton
Jazz at the Ranch
Raising the Standards
Monterey Herald

Noon Balloon Oct 4

Rourke, Rachael and Matt talk housing, baby whales, and runaway wolf dogs

Noon Baloon Sep 27

Join Rourke, Rachael, and Matt for some fun talk

After a marvelous weekend

...good show this week.
After a marvelous weekend at The Monterey Jazz Festival, we're back. Looking forward to chatting with Pete Fallico from KCSM. He's an old buddy who is putting on a tribute to the great organist, Larry Young on October 7 in Oakland. Pete is the Executive Director of Jazz Organ Fellowship. It promises to be a terrific show and a fun interview. In fact, we'll play a bit Larry Young's music...he was something.
Liner Notes will feature a very rare recording by Pasty Cline. Rare at least for me. I stumbled on it the other day on Apple Music and was blown away.
Finally, we will catch up with Doctor John from Prime Care as he makes a "House Call.'
Join me, Rachael Shelton along with Doc, the Hammond B-3 and Lord knows who else for "Raising The Standards. The Internet's finest hour...anywhere. Saturday noon to 1 on Santa Cruz Voice and anytime on Spotify.
"Raising The Standards"
Saturdays noon & 5 PM
Streaming www.santacruzvoice.com
Rachael Shelton
Raising the Standards
Santa Cruz Voice