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A Classic for The Hag’s Birthday - April 6!

Bakotunes proudly presents a rare conversation with late country music great, Merle Haggard. Recorded on Nov. 11, 2011 prior to his appearance at the Historic Fox Theater in Bakersfield, CA. I wish we had more opportunities to speak to our local music hero. Please enjoy these few special candid moments with Merle. God Bless The Hag! Re-uploaded on 3-15-23 with new and improved audio. CLICK ME to hear bonus audio - "Kern River Blues" featuring Merle Haggard & Mento Buru with Dubrobot (2024).

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Classic interview with Los Lobos co-founder, drummer and guitarist Louie Perez! For more information: mattomunoz@gmail.com.

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Classic 2006 St. Paddy's Day LIVE episode of the Bakotunes podcast recorded during the Shamrock Shindig at Fishlips (now home of The Well comedy club, 1517 18th St.) in downtown Bakersfield. Interviews, music, and shenanigans onstage and offstage with Bakersfield bands Likhy2, Vanity Avenue (Manny G,) Fatt Katt & The Von Zippers (Lorenzo Ybarra,) Fishlips owner Kip Sullivan, Jane Friday (Lindsay Parks,) and more. Fun memories to enjoy as you party safely, but rowdily at home for another St. Paddy's Day. Happy St. Paddy's Day! For more information: mattomunoz@gmail.com

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Bakotunes podcasr welcomes best-selling singer songwriter, actor, and American music treasure, Kris Kristofferson (1936-2024). A classic previously unreleased interview recorded prior to his appearance at the Historic Fox Theater in 2012 in celebration and support of the United Farmworkers Union 50th anniversary. Information: mattomunoz@gmail.com

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Bakotunes welcomes Quetzal Flores of the groundbreaking LA band Quetzal!

Join us on a musical journey as we explore the birth of this groundbreaking band in 90s era Los Angeles through fascinating recollections, music and how cultural and political movements played a crucial role in the evolution of the band’s artistry. Flores also details how the traditional music of Son Jarocho from Veracruz, Mexico, was rescued from modernity and how it helped reshape the Southern California music scene. Co-led under the musical direction of Flores and powerhouse vocalist Martha Gonzalez the group also won a Grammy award for their critically acclaimed album "Imaginaries" in 2013.

Our interview also touches on the challenges faced by the band in the music industry, and how they managed to maintain their musical authenticity despite industry pressures. Finally, we reflect on the band’s 30 years of making music and art in the City of Angels – PLUS a preview of the band’s 30th anniversary celebration happening Saturday, August 19th, 2023 at La Plaza de Cultura y Artes in DTLA! / Official Websites: https://quetzalela.com / http://www.quetzalflores.com/

This episode features the following Quetzal music/sound clips:
-“Tragafuegos” (Fire Breathers)
-“55th Grammy Awards, 2013” Red Carpet interview
-“Chicana Skies”
-“Los Pollos” (artist: Son de Madera)
-“The Social Relevance of Public Art”
-“Planta de Los Pies” (Soles)
-“Justice Never Dies”
-“La Guia” (The Guide)
-“El Rio” (The River)
-“Witness"

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Bakotunes celebrates the life and music of Bob Marley the week of what would have been his 81st birthday on February 6th. Respect!

Songs included in this episode:

“Simmer Down” - The Wailing Wailers
“Put It Down” – The Wailing Wailers
“Soul Rebel” – Bob Marley
“Lively Up Yourself” – Bob Marley
“Rastaman Chant (Live)” – Bob Marley & The Wailers
“Concrete Jungle” – Bob Marley & The Wailers
“Trenchtown Rock (Live) – Bob Marley & The Wailers
“Positive Vibration” – Bob Marley & The Wailers
“Could You Be Loved” - Bob Marley & The Wailers
“Exodus (Live)” - Bob Marley & The Wailers
“War” - Bob Marley & The Wailers
“Rebel Music (Live)” - Bob Marley & The Wailers
“Selaisse Is The Temple” – Bob Marley & The Wailers

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Bakotunes welcomes Piero F. Giunti, creator and curator of "A Great Day in East L.A.: Celebrando the Eastside Sound" exhibition running now through August 23, 2026 at La Plaza de Culturas y Artes 501 N Main St. Los Angeles, CA 90012.

Piero F. Giunti is also an award-winning photographer, filmmaker, musician and podcast host who's worked with Ice Cube, Public Enemy, Los Lobos, Becky G and many more. Get to know Piero, learn about the exhibition and make plans to visit!

Episode contains music by Los Lobos, The Brat, Ozomatli, Rage Against The Machine, Lalo Guerrero, Cheech & Chong, wil.i.am and Taboo (Black Eyed Peas), The Bags, Thee Midniters, Tierra. *Recorded 12-20-25.

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https://agreatdayineastla.org

https://lapca.org/exhibition/a-great-day-in-east/

https://pierofgiunti.portfoliobox.net/

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From the Bakotunes vault! A previously unreleased, rare interview with Casey Niccoli, the original "Classic Girl" of Jane's Addiction. Casey opens up about her romantic and creative relationship with Jane's frontman Perry Farrell, the struggles of dealing with fame, personal addictions, finding recovery, and rebirth. Recorded Oct. 4, 2012, prior to Jane's Addiction first ever show at the historic Fox Theater in Niccoli's hometown of Bakersfield, CA.

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