Anything Goes Happy Hour – Episode #9

In this episode, we’re featuring interviews and video performances from Laguna Beach Icon, Social Commentator, Professor, Artist, G. Ray Kerciu, Robert Jon & The Wreck, whose roots rock jams, whiskey drenched lyrics, and fervent stage shows only scratch the surface of what makes them one of the best live bands to emerge from Southern California in years, and The Salty Suites, the three-piece band with their bluegrass, depression and Old Country, Swing, Classical, Roots with a current edge The show will be interspersed with our latest roundup of the World’s Best “Top 6 CV-19 Video Countdown.”

G. Ray Kerciu

Laguna Beach Icon, Social Commentator, Professor, Artist, G.Ray Kerciu is all of these and more. In this interview, we’ll learn about his latest project. Dale Schierholt has begun working on a new film that will give viewers an intimate, revealing visit with G. Ray. In over twenty films, Schierholt’s “conversational portraits” of compelling artists have enlightened art enthusiasts around the world. With this film he will take us inside the home, studio and community of one of California’s most captivating artists.

Salty Suites

Original Songs and Traditional music of the world. Bluegrass, Depression, and Old Country, Swing, Classical, Roots with a current edge. The Salty Suites are a dynamic three piece acoustic band with blazing instrumentals, beautiful vocals, and soaring harmonies. Playing Americana, Folk and Bluegrass, with original compositions and selected covers.

Robert Jon & The Wreck

Robert Jon & The Wreck are a double shot of southern rock with a blues chaser. Roots rock jams, whiskey drenched lyrics and fervent stage shows only scratch the surface of what makes RJ&TW one of the best live bands to emerge from Southern California in years. With a growing discography and billings alongside the likes of Joe Bonamassa, Sturgill Simpson, and Peter Frampton, the quintet is poised for their greatest work yet. Based in Orange County, CA with a vibe straight out of the south, Robert Jon & The Wreck are blazing a path into 2020 with a new album and international tour.

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