Episode #85: The Cryan’ Shames in MONO
In an episode first aired on April 1, 2013, “Come To The Sunshine” episode #85 features vinyl singles from host Andrew Sandoval’s travels in the Pacific Northwest including sides by: Sounds Of Modification; The City Zu; The Convention; Peter Courtney; Peter’s Pipers; The Five Americans; The Crackerjack Society; Don & The Goodtimes; Mr. Lucky and The Gamblers; The Pipe Dream; The Gordian Knot; Bobby And I; The Velvet Crest; The Free Reign; Christopher; Harmony Grass; Lee Raymond; Grains Of Sand; The Chocolate Tunnel; The Gentle Soul.
In part two of the program the Sunshine artist spotlight focuses on the work of that talented Chicago combo, The Cryan’ Shames. An hour of rare mono mixes (including cuts from the unavailable on CD Sugar & Spice and A Scratch In The Sky albums) show the band’s phases of garage, folk rock, pop and psychedelia.
In an episode first aired on March 11, 2013, host Andrew Sandoval conducts an exclusive discussion with the late producer/composer/artist, Larry Marks. The interview includes details on composing “Shadows And Reflections” with Tandyn Almer, a song covered by The Action (as produced by George Martin). Larry’s fascinating entree into the world of songwriting and production in the Los Angeles music scene of the mid-1960’s. Composing for Frank Sinatra and signing with his publishing company (including a collaboration with Sammy Cahn). Producing at the famed Gold Star Studios and collaborating with the “wrecking crew” of session musicians (such as Leon Russell). Composing the song “Glass” as covered by Sagittarius and produced by Gary Usher. How Larry collaborated with other songwriters, like Ernie Sheldon and Sammy Cahn. Marks role as a staff producer at Columbia. His early releases for the label such as Sonny Oceans (a.k.a. Gary Weiss – director of The Rutles) and Keith Allison’s “Action, Action, Action.” Recording at Columbia Square on Sunset Blvd. with engineer Ray Gerhardt. Producing British duo Chad & Jeremy’s hit “Distant Shores” (and meeting their bassist/songwriter/manager Jim Guercio). Producing Gene Clark’s solo debut single, the masterpiece “Echoes” (including Leon Russell’s mesmerizing orchestral arrangement). Songwriter/producer/artist Johnny Walsh’s fantastic one-off single for Columbia, “The End,” composed by Ian Whitcomb. Jamie And The Jury (a group that recorded for a few labels) and their catchy 45, “This Too Shall Pass.” Larry Marks’ forced move from Columbia to A&M and signing the Merry-Go-Round. The generosity and culture of Herb Albert & Jerry Moss. Producing Emitt Rhodes & The Merry-Go-Round recordings such as “She Laughed Loud” and “Missing You” (which he composed). Studio aggregation The Garden Club’s “Little Girl Lost-And-Found” (which featured songwriter Ruthann Friedman as vocalist). The Merry-Go-Round’s lack of national success. Producing Southern California’s West Coast Branch for their A&M release, “Colors Of My Life.” Working with Phil Ochs and producing his Pleasures Of The Harbor album (selections of which are presented in rare mono mixes), which represented a stylistic shift for the singer-songwriter. Working at A&M studios and mastering with Bernie Grundman. Phil’s fascination with Lenny Bruce. Larry Mark’s own single on A&M: “L.A. Break Down (And Take Me In).” Producing the Flying Burrito Brothers seminal debut album with engineer Henry Lewy (and the fuzz pedal steel sound of Sneaky Pete). A reunion with Gene Clark and producing the albums of Dilllard & Clark and the single “Why Not Your Baby.” Larry Marks’ departure from A&M to focus on his family and his amp company Acoustic, as well as eventual move to Warner Bros. pictures.
In an episode first aired January 28, 2013, host Andrew Sandoval presents the eighty-third edition of “Come To The Sunshine.” This program features a wonderful selection of singles in part one by Declaration Of Independence, Bob Dileo, Jimmy Boyd, The Sky, Christopher Robin, The Playground, The Girls From Petticoat Junction, Del Shannon, Peggy Lee, The Vogues, Tommy Roe, Mojo, Brewer And Brewer, Sonny Curtis and The Exception.
In an episode first aired on January 21, 2013 “Come To The Sunshine” host Andrew Sandoval talks with arranger/composer/musician/publisher Perry Botkin, Jr.
First aired January 14, 2013 episode 81 of “Come To The Sunshine” features rare vinyl singles from Svensk, The Third House, The Staccatos, Adam, Mike & Tim, The Daily Flash, The Move, The Wailers, The Playground, Plastic Penny, Springfield Rifle, The Rumbles Ltd., Mid Day Rain, George Bean, The Promise and Lemon Tree.
In an episode first aired on September 10, 2012, host Andrew Sandoval celebrates the sixth anniversary of his sixties inspired radio program with a two-hour selection of favorite tracks and rarities by: Grapefruit; The Searchers; Harmony Grass; The Beach Boys; The Zombies; Chad & Jeremy; The Peppermint Trolley Co.; Dion & The Belmonts; The Canterbury Music Festival; Nino Tempo & April Stevens; The Byrds; Gary Lewis; Del Shannon; Sandy Salisbury; Harry Nilsson; George Harrison; Simon & Garfunkel; Sonny Bono; The Kinks; The Beatles; Twice As Much; Billy Nicholls; The Turtles; Pete Dello; The Bee Gees; The Millennium; West Coast Pop Art Experimental Band; Love; Buffalo Springfield; Sal Valentino; Peter & Gordon; Phil Ochs; The Bonzo Dog Band; Bill Fay; Tin Tin; Dino, Desi & Billy; Dusty Springfield; Denny Laine; The Hollies; The Everly Brothers.
In an episode first aired July 16, 2012 host Andrew Sandoval presents “Come To The Sunshine” episode #79, the second seasonal installment of “Come To The Summertime, Too” featuring music from The Higher Elevation/The Fresh Windows/Lesley Gore/Katch 22/The Lovin’ Spoonful/The Whispers/The Stephen Crane Village/The Hondells/The Clockwatchers/The Outsiders featuring Sonny Geraci/The Peppermint Trolley Company/Misty Morn/The California Poppy Pickers/Butterscotch/Sandy Posey/The Kinks/Love/The Swinging Blue Jeans/Peter & Gordon/Sonny & Cher/ Toast/Elmer Gantry’s Velvet Opera/John Carter & Russ Alquist/West/The Bonzo Dog Band/Brian Wilson/Gary Zekely/The Tokens/Adam, Mike & Tim/The Happenings/The Zombies/The Pyramid/The Bee Gees/Claudine Longet/Barry Gibb/The New Sound Spectrum/Twice As Much/The Beach Boys.
First broadcast July 9, 2012 “Come To The Sunshine” episode #78 features 20 vintage mono 45’s direct from vinyl as well as an artist spotlight on the late ’60s and early ’70s recordings of Jan Berry and Dean Torrence.
In an episode first aired Monday, June 18, 2012, “Come To The Sunshine” salutes Brian Wilson in honor of his 70th birthday. This two-hour audio assemblage features Brian solo tracks, his work with the Beach Boys, productions for Spring, the Honeys, Glen Campbell and covers from Redwood and the Laughing Gravy.
Join Monkees historian Andrew Sandoval for a very special installment of his show “Come To The Sunshine” saluting the music of Davy Jones. He’ll be spinning Davy favorites and Monkees rarities, alternate mixes and interviews. Plus, Andrew will take a look at the four releases on Davy’s custom 1967 label: Davy Jones Presents (including sides by Vinnie Basile, Randy Johnson, The Relations and comedian Dickie Goodman).