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KFOK, CA: Big Kahuna Zoo

Check out Andy Lake's incredible show live on the web or on the air, 2 pm pacific time on Thursdays: www.kfok.org  Andy was one of the Safaris whose song Wipe Out! has become an immortal classic. Now, as a radio host, he "unleashes a sonic rollercoaster from the 50's to the 90's, all washed down with a wild tsunami of music from his years in a world renowned surf band." While this interview covers many serious topics, Ray probably has never given an interview with more humor in it and entertainment value.

Ray's telephone interview (lots of humor & give and take):

Part 1 - music, politics, making a difference in the world, the media, protests, peace actions, getting the message out

Part 2 - Tommy-the computer kid, fight back stories: toys drive for Iraq, gay boy scouts

Part 3 - the People Are In Charge!, humor and fun chat; closing comments


WBAI-Pacifica, NYC: Ray Korona Arts Special: The Role of Music in Political Activism and Change - hear the station's programs live or on the web: www.wbai.org. Interviewer Ken Gale says about Ray's interview, “It turned out to be a show I've been wanting to do for years because I keep hearing that a speech is more effective communication than a song and I disagree. Ray was quite eloquent on that topic. And his songs are fun, too.” Ken hosts a highly  informative environmental program on WBAI, visit Eco-Logic to find out about it.

Ray's studio interview (serious, informative discussion of music & activism):

Part 1 - why perform political songs, musical activism: what it is; how it's done; why it works

Part 2 - racism and music; songwriting discussion

Part 3 - about the band; about Peoples' Voice Cafe; more on songwriting

Part 4 - story of Toys for Peace song; speaking out: story of The Safe Thing to Do


WMBR, MA: Radio With A View - Hear the show live on the internet or on the air, 10 am on Sundays from Cambridge, MA: www.wmbr.org. A hybrid talk, news, music, and public affairs radio program hosted by David Goodman and Marc Stern; together they have more than 50 years of experience in public and non-commercial radio. This exceptional radio program is about as good as it gets! Visit www.ibisradio.org for more.

Ray's studio interview (wide-ranging with both serious and comic moments):

Part 1 - full discussion of music and activism on the internet; music at peace demos

Part 2 - music and peoples movements; another perspective on Toys for Peace, more about the world wide web

Part 3 - consideration of various musical genres; effects of the internet on music


WGDR, VT: Hear Merry Gangemi as she hosts her fabulous Woman-Stirred Radio program, 4 pm on Thursdays from Goddard College at www.wgdr.org  Merry also sits in from time to time as host of other programs at the station. In addition to her work in radio, Merry is a writer, activist, poet, editor and truly delightful spirit! Visit www.wgdr.org/merrygangemi.html for more.

Ray's telephone interview (thoughtful yet light-hearted):

Part 1 - about the band; using music in a peace march; ear vs. reading musicians

Part 2 - political music discussed in depth

Part 3 - social security; electronic voting; activism

Part 4 - writing techniques; musical influences; environmental activism and music

Coming Soon: YARROW'S Live Interviews of many outstanding Political Songwriters & Musicians

Meanwhile, for another take on music with a message, listen to Ken Gale interview Joel Landy on WBAI and check out Songs Of Freedom, too. Click here.