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Ray Obiedo
Ray Obiedo - Twist (2024) "With a twist of Latin and contemporary jazz flavors, Ray Obiedo puts his signature spin on the guitar. The Oakland-based artist’s latest album, “Twist” on Rhythmus Records, marks his 11th release. Obiedo brings together his talent for composing originals with his flair for reimagining classics like War’s “All Day Music” which features vocalist Chloe´ Jean... This Latin Jazz collection also brings together musical masters for an energetic collaboration. Steel pan virtuosos Andy Narell and his brother Jeff Narell lend their iconic sound. Tower of Power’s acclaimed drummer David Garibaldi and bassist Marc van Wageningen add their signature funk grooves. Rounding out the lineup are Santana keyboardist David K. Mathews and percussionist Karl Perazzo, who infuse their trademark Latin flair."” 

Links: Website, Last FM, Facebook, Youtube, Discography, Wikipedia and DC Bebop page

MUSIC CD ARCHIVE: ONECD

Jeff Bradshaw
Jeff Bradshaw - The Cure (2025) "back with his sixth studio album, “The Cure”. The 10-track set, released on Sept. 12 via Music Matters/SRG Jazz, is intended as musical medicine for the stress of daily life. As Jeff Bradshaw put it, “The world today has a disease of heated division and negative discourse. We need a cure. God’s love through music is The Cure“.... As a visionary soul-jazz and hip-hop/funk innovator and trombone virtuoso, Jeff Bradshaw has been instrumental in driving the Neo-soul movement that originated in Philadelphia. With a prolific career marked by collaborations with numerous artists, including Michael Jackson, Earth Wind & Fire, Jay Z, Mary J Blige, Erykah Badu, The Roots, Kirk Franklin, Tyler Perry, Floetry, Dave Chappelle, Common, Patti Labelle, Jill Scott, and many others, Bradshaw has earned recognition as a key influencer in this eclectic scene. ~ whenwespeaktv.com.

Links: Website, Tour, Hidden Beach Recordings.

MUSIC CD ARCHIVE: DOUBLECD

Jessy J
Jessy J - Terranova (2025) "With the release of her 10th studio album, TERRANOVA, Jessy J continues to add magical musical milestones to a celebrated career now spanning 17 years. With eight chart topping Billboard albums, 13 top singles, a strong Spotify presence and sold-out world tours, her unique artistry has established her as one of the most in-demand and sought-after saxophonists in the genre. TERRANOVA reunites Jessy with multi-GRAMMY·-winning producer Paul Brown for their fifth studio album together. It was Brown who produced Tequila Moon and for TERRANOVA they’ve created an exciting 8-song sequel showcasing her sweet spot of blending contemporary jazz with a sensual Latin flair."     ~ Review - JazzHQ,  Website, Facebook, YouTube, Reverbnation and Discography .

Jessy J - My One And Only One (2015) "Written, arranged and produced by Jessy J, My One And Only One is her fifth studio album (and second for Shanachie, who also released 2013"™s Second Chances). With 10 songs that ebb and flow between the heat of the midday sun and the resplendent glow of a starry-filled night, Only One has the feel of an instant classic, for life"™s journeys, both in the physical and spiritual worlds."     ~ Review - theurbanmusicscene.com

MUSIC ARTS: SESSION

Music Arts session - Concert, Station, PBS, NPR and other live mini concert sessions and interviews.

Sonny Rollins and David Sanborn play "Kim" - Live on Night Music - [1989]
"Walter Theodore "Sonny" Rollins[1][2] (born September 7, 1930)[3] is a retired American jazz tenor saxophonist who is widely recognized as one of the most important and influential jazz musicians.[3][4] In a seven-decade career, Rollins recorded more than sixty albums as a leader. A number of his compositions, including "St. Thomas", "Oleo", "Doxy", and "Airegin", have become jazz standards. Rollins has been called "the greatest living improviser".[5] Due to health problems, Rollins has not performed publicly since 2012 and announced his retirement in 2014" Wikipedia

Sonny Rollins: Website, YouTube, Amazon Music

David Sanborn: Wikipedia, YouTube, Amazon Music

The Definitive Night Music Archive: YouTube

BOOK RACK: FEATURED BOOK

R. F. Kuang - KATABASIS (2025) "Katabasis is the story of two PhD students who travel to hell with the sole purpose of rescuing the soul of their advisor, Professor Jacob Grimes, who exploded in a freak magical accident that may or may not have been one of the post-grads’ fault. However, it’s not remorse that leads Alice Law to making this journey. Why must they descend into the pits of literal hell to save their thesis advisor, you may ask? So that he can write them job recommendation letters, of course. In traversing the eight courts of hell, Alice Law and Peter Murdoch encounter time-hardened souls awaiting divine judgement, spindly blood-thirsty bone creatures, a duo of even blood-thirstier magicians, and plenty more infernal offerings, in order to save Grimes’ soul. "     ~ grimdarkmagazine.com and KOBO.com

BOOK RACK: FEATURED SERIES

William W. Johnstone – Preacher series (1979~2004). He pinned 10, with additonal novels, currently at 32 [Copyright pages of at least one book published in 2006 noted that Johnstone had died and that a "carefully selected author" was chosen to carry on his legacy.[5] J. A. Johnstone, his niece, continues her uncle's series]... "Johnstone started his writing career in 1970, but did not have any works published until 1979 (The Devil's Kiss).[2] He wrote close to two hundred books in numerous genres, including suspense, horror, men's adventure, post-apocalyptic, and Westerns. His main publication series were Mountain Man, The First Mountain Man, Ashes (with Ben Raines as the protagonist), and Eagles. His own personal favorite novel was The Last of the Dog Team (1980).[1] He also authored two novels under the pseudonym William Mason. His works have been translated into languages other than English.[3]"    Links:   Wikipedia,  KOBO Books and Website

MOVIES: FEATURED MOVIE

Wag the Dog (1997)

"So, why did we invade Grenada? A terrorist bomb killed all those Marines in Beirut, the White House was taking flak, and suddenly our Marines were landing on a Caribbean island few people had heard of, everybody was tying yellow ribbons ’round old oak trees, and Clint Eastwood was making the movie. The Grenadan invasion, I have read, produced more decorations than combatants. By the time it was over, Ronald Reagan’s presidency had proven the republic could still flex its muscle–we could take out a Caribbean Marxist regime at will, Cuba notwithstanding. Barry Levinson’s “Wag the Dog” cites Grenada as an example of how easy it is to whip up patriotic frenzy, and how dubious the motives sometimes are. The movie is a satire that contains just enough realistic ballast to be teasingly plausible; like “Dr. Strangelove,” it makes you laugh, and then it makes you wonder." ~ RogerEbert.com   Link: Wag the Dog (1997) - Buy/Rent Watch online



CUISINE: FEATURED RESTAURANT

Mochica A Peruvian Kitchen & Bar. Location: 298 Connecticut St San Francisco, CA - "Located in San Francisco’s trendy Potrero Hill neighborhood, Mochica serves up vibrant, modern Peruvian cuisine in a relaxed, stylish space. Just a short ride from the city's top entertainment venues, this casual yet elevated dining spot "
"blends tradition with a modern twist—think ceviche, empanadas, and lomo saltado presented with flair. The vibe is warm and welcoming, with exposed brick, wood accents, and upbeat energy that makes it a great pre-show hangout." 

Link: Mochica - A Peruvian Kitchen & Bar Website

*The most recent featured musicians and play lists from the five Music listings on DC Bebop.   A musician listed on a DC Bebop page with an intro, is featured for 10 days with one of their songs.  Included in the play list are songs by nine other musicians in a table on DC Bebop. The songs are linked to a page (MySpace, Reverbnation, YouTube or where ever the song can be heard). The play list is not a top 10 list. It features songs I liked and think perhaps others might appreciate the music as well.

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