What's Hapnyn San Diego

The Sleepwalkers (aka Los Sleepwalkers), are a San Diego-based band that specializes in original music, with styles ranging from Rockabilly, Cumbias, and their own brand of down-home Rock & Roll. They are known for their lively and high energy performances that pack in live music venues throughout Southern California.

• 01:30 - Digame
• 13:01 - Anna Lee
• 26:16 - Trouble

• The Sleepwalkers Facebook
• Haunted Halloween Cruise
• Hapnyn
• Thunderbird Analog Recording Studio

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Grandpa Adam Gimbel of the band Geezer drops by the studio to promote their highly anticipated appearance at the upcoming 37th Annual Adams Avenue Street Fair. In the ensuing confusion, he also winds up talking about his grandson's band, Rookie Card, how much better things were in the old days, and some upcoming trends like hashtags and vinyl records.

• 02:02 - We Ain't No Weezer Tribute Band
• 10:08 - Everybody's On The Phone
• 25:11 - Good Riddance

• Geezer Website
• Adams Avenue Street Fair Website
• Hapnyn
• Thunderbird Analog Recording Studio

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Jake Najor is a Grammy-nominated drummer and a San Diego native. He has played with such artists as Big Daddy Kane, Jason Mraz, Aloe Blacc, TV on the Radio, Karl Denson, Raphael Saadiq, Joss Stone, Percee P, Redman, Kelis, and far too many more to mention. His latest project, Jake Najor & The Moment of Truth just recorded their first album, In The Cut.

• 02:37 - High Costa Living
• 19:28 - Guantanamo Baywatch
• 32:48 - Another Saturday

• Jake Najor & The Moment of Truth Facebook
• Hapnyn
• Thunderbird Analog Recording Studio

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The SOULcial Workers is an non-profit organization dedicated to the Social Education & Emotional Development of youth in vulnerable communities. Founded by Dairrick Khalil Hodges, they utilize theatre & the performing arts as a means of preventing youth suicide, as well as raising community consciousness around trauma & relationships.

In this very special episode, LJ talks with Dairrick about his experience as a foster youth, his inspiration for starting the SOULcial Workers, programs they sponsor (Camp AART), and how you can become involved.

• 00:40 - SEEDs

• The SOULcial Workers Website
• Hapnyn
• Thunderbird Analog Recording Studio

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The Band of Gringos (B.o.G) are a rockin' power-trio hailing from Ocean Beach, CA. Performing their original music with a classic vibe, they know how to drive a crowd into a frenzy, whether it's on a big stage or in a local dive. Guitarist Cody Sherman, drummer Spence Noble, and bassist Kasey Dring join LJ in the studio to talk about anything, and giggle at everything else.

• 06:06 - I'm Movin' On
• 14:40 - Fly On
• 32:00 - Passion

• Band of Gringos Facebook
• Hapnyn
• Thunderbird Analog Recording Studio

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Kenneth Rexrode is working to make San Diego a mecca for music and live entertainment. Through RexRode Productions and The Six String Society, he is producing world-class shows, combining the most talented musicians & performers with some of the classiest venues in San Diego (and beyond).

• RexRode Productions
• Six String Society
• San Diego Piano Project
• Hapnyn
• Thunderbird Analog Recording Studio

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The Lyrical Groove combines a musical blend of jazz, hip-hop, blues, R&B, and gospel with cohesively crafted spoken word to create a message of social consciousness and spiritual awareness that will speak to your soul. In this episode, LJ talks with founder and vocalist Kendrick Dial.

• 01:21 - Wake Up
• 21:09 - Truth Be Told
• 37:40 - Strong Woman

• The Lyrical Groove Website
• Hapnyn
• Thunderbird Analog Recording Studio

Theme music for the What's Hapnyn San Diego Podcast generously provided by The Paladins.

Dave Gonzalez is a founding member of The Paladins, whose music graciously bookends this podcast every week. For this episode (recorded in January 2018), Dave sat down with LJ to discuss his latest recording – a country duet album with Susanna Van Tassel – called Think We're Gonna Be Alright. It also features a very special guest appearance by the one and only, Jack Tempchin.

• 01:05 - I Got You, You Got Me
• 10:08 - Sky Turn Blue
• 22:54 - Dreams of You
• 32:24 - Think We're Gonna Be Alright

• Think We're Gonna Be Alright Facebook
• Lux Records Store
• Hapnyn
• Thunderbird Analog Recording Studio

Theme music for the What's Hapnyn San Diego Podcast generously provided by The Paladins.

Tim Pyles is a San Diego music legend. From his weekly radio show "Loudspeaker" on 91X to his shows at the Casbah & The Merrow, Tim has been helping to grow the local music scene for more than 30 years.

In this episode, he talks with LJ about the history of the San Diego music scene, the early beginnings of Loudspeaker, some of the best venues to catch local acts, and many talented bands you can find playing around San Diego.

• 91X Loudspeaker
• Hapnyn
• Thunderbird Analog Recording Studio

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Mimi Zulu is an American singer, lyricist, & poet. Interweaving soul, blues, jazz, & trip-hop with spoken word, she creates flowing melodies of encouragement, hope, and empowerment. In this episode, she talks with LJ about the creative process that goes into her music & live performances.

• 01:19 - A Connection
• 12:07 - Look Around
• 29:10 - Over and Over

• Mimi Zulu Website
• Hapnyn
• Thunderbird Analog Recording Studio

Theme music for the What's Hapnyn San Diego Podcast generously provided by The Paladins.