Mr. David Booker ~ Fat Man Blues
Breathing Eve ~ Crash Orchid
Gashead Lopez ~ Baja Lopez
Cary Fly Band ~ Dog Owner
The Inactivists ~ The Wrong Girl
Jason Vigil ~ Need Your Space
Hazel Miller ~ I Already Know
Rey Feo ~ Drive
JP White ~ Beth’s Blender Blues
Carolyn Aiken ~ Love Ain’t Going Nowhere
Jaka ~ In The News
Jimmy Cacciatore ~ Empty Years

The show will be heard Wednesday and Thursday, and the new schedule will begin the following week, with 90 minutes, starting at 10 a.m. every Monday and Thursday. Still — plenty to enjoy. And, to add the enjoyment there will be music. So, Frankly Speaking will be words and music.

This Wednesday’s guest will be Northeastern North Carolina’s gingerbread queen. Carol Hammer makes, creates, distributes, and sells her very own gingerbread - good looking and good tasting.

On Thursday, we will introduce you to Rebecca Holloman, who replaced Leslie Manning in the production department at College of the Albemarle. Leslie is going back to school, but will still be a regular guest.

Anything Goes with Lise Avery is a mix of classic and contemporary Jazz, Standards and Classic Pop with a few surprises thrown into the mix (like Bob Wills, Groucho Marx, or a touch of World Music.)

According to Arbitron, Anything Goes!!
with Lise Avery is the most highly rated weekday program airing on WFDU-FM (in the NY Metro area) as well as the second most listened to program on the entire station.

“Anything Goes” - Tony Bennett with Count Basie & Orch (Themesong)
“Memories of You” - Page Cavanaugh Trio
“All the Things You Are” - Page Cavanaugh Trio
“Give Me Five Minutes More” - Frank Sinatra w/Axel Stordahl

“April in Paris” - Mel Torme with the Page Cavanaugh Trio
“Isn’t It A Lovely Day to Get Caught in the Rain” - Mel Torme with the Page Cavanaugh Trio
“April Showers” - Mel Torme with the Page Cavanaugh Trio

“Tacos, Enchiladas & Beans” - Doris Day
“Cuttin’ Capers” - Doris Day
“Tchaikovsky and other Russians” - Danny Kaye

Going Places With Manny (Las Ramblas)

“Roly Poly” - Bob Wills & His Texas Playboys
“Sweet Georgia Brown” - Page Cavanaugh Trio

“But Not for Me” - Stephane Grappelli
“…take us on out.” (Themesong out)

Now Playing Today on Frankly Speaking with Frank Roberts:

Friday marks another visit from one of the most interesting guests on Frankly Speaking.

Take a peek at what is going on behind the scenes in movieland. Darwin Porter minces no words.

He tells it like it is, and his thorough research is the reason he is seen regularly on Entertainment Tonight and other television shows.

He is the author of a dozen books on Hollywood personalities, writes for such publications as the Miami Herald. and the London Times.

And, he is one of moviedom’s leading critics. Let’s see what’s new on the silver screen.

Now Playing Today on Frankly Speaking with Frank Roberts:

A regular Frankly Speaking guest returns Wednesday.

William Miller, who is head of the AARP in Northeastern North Carolina will update you on what is going on - important information, easily digested, for senior citizens.

I think Frank likes to have his picture taken with his head phones “on” rather then off!

Starting next week Frank will be playing his huge CD collection on Frankly Speaking tune in and hear his “all time favorites“.

Dan Dyer ~ Sterosonic
Three Blind Mice ~ Tell St. George
Erica Brown Band ~ Never Found A Man
Glengarry Bhoys ~ Bar Rage
Nicholas Alan ~ Why Did I Wait
Davey and The Rocket Band ~ Angel
Just Ochi ~ Hold Me
Justin Roth ~ Savior
Billy and Liza ~ Shantytown
Minimal ~ Crescent City
Third Road Home ~ Come Undone
David Francis ~ Reflections In The Mirror

Now Playing Today on Frankly Speaking with Frank Roberts:

The Frankly Speaking guest originally scheduled for Monday was unable to appear. He was in Vegas and his flight was cancelled

so Frank Roberts went with the tried and true. Leslie Manning, bless her heart, showed up and the conversation covered everything from showbusiness to submariines.

It is a fun show. Join us.

1000 Miles From Home ~ Explain The Explanation
Briz ~ She Just Can’t Wait To Leave This Town
Jill Stevenson ~ Underway
Scott Von ~ Long Gone
Liz Barnez ~ Midnight Waltzes
Box 3 ~ Spinning ‘Round
The Nadas ~ Life Becomes Me

Liz Clark ~ Justify
Roenik ~ You Should Go
Jason Farnham ~ Something To Someone
Storytyme ~ Bonham Of The Pocket
Wadirum ~ Headstart
John William Davis ~ Noodles

Now Playing Ed Huntington is Monday’s guest on Frankly Speaking. He is a respected photographer who seems to have been almost everywhere - everywhere adventurous.

Tune in. There are a lot of fascinating stories on the way.

Friday January 11, 2008

Now Playing Frankly Speaking with Frank Roberts:

The Monty Alexander Trio, one of the best-known jazz groups - jazz with a Latin flavor - will be in concert Friday at the Roper Performing Arts Center in Norfolk. [ Click the guitar for YouTube performace ]

Blake Cullen, the former Norfolk Admirals owner, who is promoting the Jazz On Granby series will talk about the program and those following.

Dedicated in January 2001, the Jeanne & George Roper Performing Arts Center supports a legacy of art and culture that thrives in Downtown Norfolk. The theatre is located at 340 Granby Street in Downtown Norfolk. Click the map to the left for a closer view.

Jeanne & George Roper Performing Arts Center
340 Granby Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
800.949.7029 / 757.623.4141

Our second hour goes nautical on Friday with a visit from John Ernst, captain of the Periauger, the replica of the 17th century workboat. Wait till you hear about his background. Sailing the seas, one way or another, is old hat to him.

Now Playing Today on Frankly Speaking with Frank Roberts: One of Frank’s favorite guests, Leslie Manning, will be our guest today.

The subject? Everything and anything.

No telling with Leslie, but it is always interesting and fun.

Indie Music Wave Presents Homegrown Music Showcase with your host Carmen Allgood - Show 139 Vol # 518

MojoMama ~ River
Martini Shot ~ Only For Tonight
Ash Ganley ~ Carnival
Jenn Lane ~ In A Magazine
Wild Blooms ~ All The Way Down
Martian Acres ~ Yardman
Devotchka ~ The Oblivion
Radius ~ Illuminate
Beehive ~ Pretty Little Thieves
Vic Cionetti ~ She’s So Cool
Matthew Coleman ~ Ponderous Mannequins
Raz ~ You Ought To Know
Alan Vigil ~ Sometimes

Now Playing Today on Frankly Speaking potter and artist Rodney Haaland will be Franks first guest, Rod’s artistry is unique, his life quite interesting, then and the program should be the same.

Also today on Frankly Speaking we will be talking to Lynwood Lewis, lead singer of The Overcomers, the country gospel group that will be at Grand Ole Gospel and Classic Country in Chocowinity. He has performed with such nationally known performers as Rhonda Vincent. rch103 notes: [ Please see Janaury 2, 2008 post below for more details. ]

And, "Merrit David Jones" the stars of the road show version of the Broadway hit, "The Wedding Singer" will be with us to talk about the musical comedy now at Chrysler Hall, a play that was nominated for a Tony award, and has been the recipient of critical raves. This is Broadway at its best.

The Wedding Singer It’s 1985 and You’re invited to THE WEDDING SINGER, where every night is a totally rad reception for Robbie Hart and friends, until he’s left at the altar. Based on the hit film, the Tony Award nominated,

THE WEDDING SINGER has been called “AWESOME! Audiences haven’t had this much fun since ‘Mamma Mia’” – (Jess Cagle, WCBS TV/People Magazine).

Ticket Information: $23-$65 Tickets can be purchased online at www.TicketMaster.com or by calling (757) 671-8100. For more information on Chrysler Hall, visit www.SevenVenues.com . For more information on Broadway Across America, visit www.broadwayacrossamerica.com

Where: Chrysler Hall Theater

When: Tuesday, January 1, 2008 - January - January 5, 2008 2:00PM 8:00PM  on [ Sunday, January 6, 2008 1:00PM 6:30PM ] notice the time for sunday

Now Playing Today on Frankly Speaking Angie Lewis from The Grand Ole Gospel and Country Barn in Chocowinity

Angie is looking forward to a new season, with the first concert coming up Saturday this is a great destination for families, church groups or those looking for good, quality entertainment, they are located just off highway 33 - 2 miles west of Chocowinity- 1/2 mile down Carrow Road. They would love for you to come & check out the shows & be blessed! If you are interested in Renting the Grand Ole Gospel for a Special Concert or event Business Meeting or such please give them a call. It has 640 seats. Available Monday thru Sunday, 252.975.2117 ask for Ronnie or Angie Lewis for details. They have a lot of great Talent Scheduled, and they also have some talent nights lined up if you are interested in signing up.

This Saturday - 5:00:00 PM New Year Celebration Featuring : The Overcomers & In One Accord ** This event is Catered by Peadens Catering: BBQ, Fried Chicken, slaw, Potatoes , Beans & Brunswick Stew Description The concert is only $10.00 The dinner is only $10.00 Both only $20.00 If you have a group of 10 or more it is $1.00 off per ticket If you have a group of 20 or more you receive $2.00 off per ticket plus you get 2 free concert tickets

A Bit of History The Grand Ole Gospel opened the doors for the first time on May 25th, 2002. Since opening here there have been many fine groups that have appeared and many more to come. There is plenty of seating, great acoustics, plenty of food and drink along with a tasteful assortment of items in the gift shop. Don’t forget about the talent nights where just about anyone can take the stage for their 15 minutes of fame. This is a great destination for families, church groups or those looking for good, quality entertainment. They are located just off highway 33 - 2 miles west of Chocowinity- 1/2 mile down Carrow Road. They would love for you to come & check them out & be blessed!

If You are interested in promoting your own gospel event. The Building if for rent. Call to reserve it for your special event. It is a professionally run theater. Everything that you need to host a great concert is right here at your fingertips!

Curly No Shoes Jr. ~ In Love With A Gypsy Woman
Clare ~ Girl
Julian Shome ~ Vagabond Girl
Rey Feo ~ World Is Your Slave
Spiv ~ Dizzy Tizzy
Wendy Woo ~ Bird In A Cage
Just Jinjer ~ Home
Mind Go Flip ~ Nokia Girl
Brendan McKinney ~ Just Like Z Blues
Ten Cent Redemption ~ Already Raining
Bobby Wells ~ My Heart To Yours
Easy Bill & The Big Beat ~ On Your Hook
Hot IQS ~ Mascot Is Winning
Dark Side Of The Cop ~ Stuck In The Darkness

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