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ENOUGH ALREADY: TIMETO END THE WAR ON TERRORISM - BOOK - In 'Enough Already: Time to End the War On Terrorism,' Libertarian Institute director and Anti-War Radio host Scott Horton argues that the war on terror has been counterproductive and is too costly to continue. He makes his case with a detailed history of these chaotic, tragic and above all futile conflicts.
$60 pledge. Nitty Gritty Dirt Band alum McEuen's new album includes 10 spoken word renditions of poems from the 19th and 20th century that McEuen has been collecting over the course of his 50 year career and one self-penned instrumental, the evocative 'Jules? Theme,' which closes the collection. 2 available, each signed by the artist.
$75 donation. Downloadable audio files of Los Angeles Theater Works performances, including: CODE OF THE WOOSTERS; THE REAL DR. STRANGELOVE; SHE STOOPS TO CONQUER; THE CAINE MUTINY COURT MARTIAL. EMAIL REQUIRED.
$100 pledge. Sandra Tsing Loh chronicles a roller coaster year for herself, her partner, and her two teenage daughters, prematurely freaking out about her daughters? college applications, worrying over her eccentric aging father, overcoming the pitfalls of long-term partnership and the temptations of paired-with-cheese online goddess webinars as she navigates the realities of what it means to be a middle-aged woman in the twenty-first century. 5 available.
$75 donation. Memoir charts Bonpane's journey from a young Irish-American woman, to a Maryknoll sister working in Chile, to a dedicated peace activist and director of the Office of the Americas. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, Bonpane offers an insightful and thought-provoking look at the inner workings of the peace movement and the challenges faced by activists on the frontlines.
$70 donation. In 1982 the African People's Socialist Party (APSP) hosted the First World Tribunal on Reparations for African People in the U.S. Held in Brooklyn, New York, the hearing used international law to put the U.S. government on trial for genocide against African people. The Panel of Judges ruled that the U.S. owed $4.1 trillion in reparations to African people. Chairman Omali Yeshitela served as the People's Advocate presiding over the proceedings. This book records his statements and the testimonies of African workers, academics and experts. Compelling testimonies were given by Professor Leonard Jeffries, Black Panther leader Afeni Shakur, Professor Del Hunter, Attica Prison resister Akil Al-Jundi, political prisoner Mafundi Lake and many more. 5 copies available.
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$60 donation. 'The Folkscene Collection: From the Heart of Studio A.' CD compilation of select performances broadcast live from KPFK's Studio A during the Sunday evening Folkscene programs, hosted by Howard and Roz Larman. Featured artists include Dave Alvin, Mary Black, Iris DeMent, Tish Hinojosa, Lowen and Navarro, Kate and Anna McGarrigle, Richard Thompson and more.
$100 donation. Full title: 'Storming the Heavens: African Americans and the Early Fight for the Right to Fly.' Dr. Horne details how, from the earliest days of human flight, African-Americans had to overcome severe obstacles to become aircraft pilots or even passengers. Covering the emergence of the Tuskegee Airmen as the needs of the U.S. military created new opportunities for people of color, the book builds to the contributions of African-American women to the U.S. space effort, as portrayed in the 2016 film 'Hidden Figures.'
$100 donation. Full title: 'Armed Struggle? Panthers and Communists; Black Nationalists and Liberals in Southern California through the Sixties and Seventies.' Dr. Horne sketches the apparent paradox of some African Americans turning to armed struggle at a time when it appeared that Jim Crow was retreating. He draws critical distinctions between armed propaganda, armed self-defense, and armed struggle, all of which he places in a global context of anti-war activism, the Cold War, and African liberation.
$60 donation. In 1989, Benson collaborated with celebrated composer-arranger Robert Farnon and his orchestra to create DREAMS DO COME TRUE. Benson recorded the tracks during a prolific period and chose to delay the album?s release. In the meantime, the recordings went missing and remained lost until recently, when they were rediscovered in Benson?s archive. After 35 years, the album finally receives its proper release. 10 available.
$75 donation. Latest project from composer Brian Baumbusch is issued in three formats, bundled together: physical CD; download codes to the iOS app, android app, and Meta Quest app (in case they have a Meta Quest headset). 5 available.
$80 Pledge. 'The Seekers: Meetings With Remarkable Musicians (and Other Artists),' book by John Densmore. The iconic drummer of The Doors investigates his own relationship with creativity and explores the meaning of artistry with other artists and performers in this compelling and spellbinding memoir.
$60 donation. Ravi Shankar explodes as if reacting to the loving energy of the crowd in fitful ragas that drip with fruitful improvisation. His tabla accompanist, Alla Rakha, wonderfully compliments his plucking through living, breathing cadences that sing in a voice all their own. Live at Monterey is an excellent introduction to a master artist during one of the most exciting eras in America's history
$60 donation. MP3 audio recording of an interview and talk by Carlos, furnished by Gary Baca, to be sent as email attachment. EMAIL ADDRESS REQUIRED.
$75 pledge. 2017 novel, a darkly humorous thriller about the wrenching changes of the next 100 years. Autographed by the author, one copy available.
$75 pledge. 2023 novel about Climate Disaster and Mutual Aid. Autographed by the author, one copy available.
$75 pledge. 2024 novel with forensic accountant Martin Hench digging into the arcane financial chicanery involved in the 2008 financial crash, and the profiteering from the privatized prison system. Second in Doctorow's series of Martin Hench books. Autographed by the author, one copy available.
$75 pledge. 2023 novel about forensic accountant Martin Hench in a danger-fraught investigation into international money laundering, shell companies, and cartels in the first of Doctorow's three Martin Hench stories. Autographed by the author, one copy available.
$75 pledge. 2023 non-fiction examination of Big Tech, monopolies, disassembling platforms to take back the Internet, and more. Autographed by the author, one copy available.
$100 pledge. 'GAIN Without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care Professionals.' Dr. Greg Hammer created GAIN Without Pain so that health care professionals can prevent burnout and reclaim happiness. This proven path toward personal resilience can be implemented by anyone, anywhere, in just a few minutes a day. Increased resilience could save your practice, your patients, your marriage - or even your life. GAIN Without Pain is a four-step process toward happiness. GAIN is an acronym for Gratitude, Acceptance, Intention, and Nonjudgment.
This vertical (18x24) poster of KPFK's limited-edition logo, was designed and signed by Shepard Fairey in honor of KPFK's 60th anniversary. Available now for a $65 donation in recognition of 2024 as KPFK's 65th anniversary year
KPFK REUSABLE GROCERY TOTE BAG - This is a newly designed reusable grocery tote bag that helps promote your favorite radio station KPFK! Red & black logo on grey tote (large enough for lots of items!)
Help support the station and show your KPFK pride while spreading the word with this slick, and glossy bumper sticker.
$110 donation. 2-LP set of Alice Coltrane's 'The Carnegie Hall Concert,' a previously unreleased recording of a historic 1971 concert. The original multi-track recording was commissioned by Impulse but wasn't released at the time. Features an all-star group including Pharoah Sanders, Archie Shepp, Jimmy Garrison, Cecil McBee, Ed Blackwell and others. 5 copies available.
$65 donation. 2-CD set of Alice Coltrane's 'The Carnegie Hall Concert,' a previously unreleased recording of a historic 1971 concert. The original multi-track recording was commissioned by Impulse but wasn't released at the time. Features an all-star group including Pharoah Sanders, Archie Shepp, Jimmy Garrison, Cecil McBee, Ed Blackwell and others. 10 copies available.
$100 donation. Compilation of 12 favorite Nina Simone song renditions on vinyl LP. Includes 'I Put a Spell On You'; 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood'; 'Lilac Wine'; 'I Loves You, Porgy'; and the iconic 'Mississippi Goddam.' 5 copies available.
$60 donation. Compilation of 12 favorite Nina Simone song renditions on CD. Includes 'I Put a Spell On You'; 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood'; 'Lilac Wine'; 'I Loves You, Porgy'; and the iconic 'Mississippi Goddam.' 5 copies available.
$65 donation. Axis of Justice Concert Series Volume 1 CD/DVD set, issued on the 20th anniversary of the show. DVD bonus features VIDEO: 'Bomb Day In Paris,' Wayne Kramer, Flea, John Dolmayan; '5 million Ways to Kill A Ceo,' Boots Riley of the Coup, Tom Morello; 'Improvisational Noize,' Serj Tankian; 'Get Up Stand Up,' Serj Tankian, Tom Morello, Wayne Kramer, Flea, John Dolmayan. AUDIO: (Excerpts from the Axis of Justice Radio Network) Interview with Michael Moore; Interview with Janeane Garofolo; Rants and Raves by Serj Tankian and Tom Morello, cut together about censorship and other topics.
$100 pledge. Serj Tankian presents a memoir that is far more than just a rock 'n' roll fable. It's an immigrant's tale, it’s an activist's awakening, and it's a spiritual journey from darkness toward light. And all of this comes down to the fact that Serj himself has had the chance to live an extraordinary life—thanks to a combination of luck, circumstance, struggle, talent, and spiritual awakening. The book retraces Serj’s remarkable and unlikely journey, and explores what it’s taught him—about music, about art, about activism, and about himself. It’s an unforgettable ride and sure to delight new fans and old ones alike. Signed, 25 copies available.
$65 donation. Downloadable 72-minute compilation of real Firesign Theatre televison ads from 1968-2000, including beyond-belief ads for Jack Poet Volkswagen, Carnation Instant Breakfast, A-1 Slacks, International House of Pancakes and more; plus rare advertising records for Warner/Reprise/Seven Arts and stuffed-crust pizza ads starring the gang from Nick Danger. Includes a 36-page PDF booklet with historical essays, vintage ad art and photos, and more. EMAIL REQUIRED - will be sent digitally.
$50 pledge. Downloadable audio book 'Where's My Fortune Cookie?' as read by Phil Proctor, chronicling his experiences as a student, actor, founding member of the Firesign Theatre, and more. EMAIL REQUIRED
Legendary Firesign Theatre's 'Marching to Shibboleth: The Big Book of Plays' combines two out-of-print Firesign Books (Big Book Of Plays and Big Mystery Joke Book) in a single volume, with extras: the full script of' Everything You Know Is Wrong,' and a new introduction written by Greil Marcus.
$100 donation .Special 50-year anniversary 180-gram Vinyl deluxe reissue of the Dead's 1974 release 'From the Mars Hotel.' The single disk is remastered by GRAMMY Award-winning engineer David Glasser, with Plangent Processes tape restoration and speed correction and Produced for Release by David Lemieux. 8 tracks: U.S. Blues; China Doll; Unbroken Chain; Loose Lucy; Scarlet Begonias; Pride of Cucamonga; Money Money; Ship of Fools. 2 available.
$100 donation. John Lee Hooker represents the Mississippi blues in its purest form. Today he remains not only a blues icon but a music legend whose name will live on through songs like those featured in this 3-disc set ? a collection that, amazingly, can only scratch the surface of his total recorded legacy.
Roots Music & Beyond offers a grab bag of four CDs donated to the program by our good friends at Folklore Productions, which has represented many of the leading names in folk, world and Americana music for over 60 years. Your `grab bag? will deliver an intriguing mix of bluegrass, Cajun and other rootsy sounds from here and abroad! Surprise yourself! Amaze your friends!
$60 donation. 2016 Grammy winner, Folk Album of the Year. Jarosz is an exceptional triple-threat talent (singer, songwriter, instrumentalist) in the contemporary folk-Americana world. 3 copies available.
$120 pledge. Through never-before-seen interviews shot over 20 years, Lewis tells the gripping tale of his role in the vanguard of the Civil Rights Movement. He was the youngest speaker at the historic 1963 March on Washington and he led the Bloody Sunday march in Selma in 1965 where Alabama state troopers attacked peaceful protesters with billy clubs, bullwhips, and tear gas. This march led to President Johnson signing the Voting Rights Act into law, which prohibited racial discrimination at the polls. Originally an activist pushing from the outside, Lewis became the conscience of congress who made noise on the inside pressing for justice, equality, and human rights. Despite setbacks?and there were many?John Lewis' eyes remained steadfastly on the prize
Paul Robeson "Portraits of the Artist" 4-DVD Box Set - Package From the Criterion Collection celebrating All-American athlete, scholar, renowned baritone, stage actor, and social activist, Paul Robeson (1898-1976). Includes 4 DVDs of 8 Robeson films, including: 'Body & Soul,' 1925; 'Borderline,' 1930; 'The Emperor Jones,' 1933; 'Sanders of the River,' 1935; 'Jericho,' 1937; 'The Proud Valley,' 1940; 'Native Land,' 1942; the 1979 documentary 'Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist'; plus a booklet of essays and more.
$100 donation. HIDDEN WAR ON VOTING -BOOK 'The Hidden History Of The War On Voting: Who Stole Your Vote And How To Get It Back' - written by Thom Hartmann, America's #1 progressive radio host.
$75 donation. Pair of tickets to DUEL REALITY, a performance by the 7 Fingers troupe, about star-crossed lovers who are circus stars, in a fast-paced mash-up of Shakespeare's most famous love story combined with the world of competitive sports. Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, 90012. Running Sept 12-22/24. 4 pairs available. CREDIT CARD ONLY, phone and email needed, for arrangement of attendance date, pending availability.
$75 donation. Danny Tedesco's documentary provides a backstage tour of rock history, exploring the work of four session musicians who helped create the sounds and the hits of the singer-songwriting era. Reaturing Stevie Nicks, Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne, James Taylor. 5 copies available.
$60 donation. 14-track CD showcases the versatile musical skills possessed The Immediate Family members/singer/songwriter/guitarists Danny Kortchmar, Waddy Wachtel, and Steve Postell and one of the most renowned rhythm sections in rock history, Russ Kunkel and Leland Sklar. 2 copies available.
$75 pledge. Pair of tickets to Paul Livingstone and Friends performing in 'Navarasa,' an evening of raga meditations, mature soundscapes, and improvisations o sitar, freltess guitar, contra bass and percussion. Sunday, 9/1/24 at 7 pm at Healing Force of the Universe, 1200 E. Walnut St in Pasadena. CREDIT CARD ONLY, get phone and email - names will be on guest list at event. 5 pairs available.
$60 pledge. Learn Guitar by playing Video games, with 50-plus levels crafted by Grammy-nominated artists. For Beginners, Intermediate, or Advanced. Using your acoustic or classical guitar as the controller in front of your iPhone or iPad, develop skills in Notation, Basic Melodies and songs; improve technique and facility; build confidence and creativity, and have fun. 6-month subscription, email required..
$60 pledge. Copy of Beasley's new CD 'Returning to Forever,' paying homage to the legendary Chick Corea and Return to Forever. John?s new arrangements, coupled with the precision and soul of the Frankfurt Radio Big Band, give stunning new renditions of these classics that defy gravity. 4 copies available.
$75 pledge. Pair of tickets to the Squeeze and Boy George Summer Tour, Wednesday 8/21/24 at 8:00 pm at the Pacific Amphitheatre at the Orange County Fair and Event Center. Includes admission to the Fair. Credit Card only, 5 pairs available, Get phone and email - TICKETS WILL BE EMAILED.
$65 donation. Carlos's memoir, written with Ashley Kahn and Hall Miller, traces his journey from his early teen years playing strip bars in Tijuana and brings to light the establishment of his signature guitar sound; his roles as husband, father, recording legend, and rock guitar star; his indebtedness to musical and spiritual influences; and his deep, lifelong dedication to a spiritual path that he developed from his Catholic upbringing, Eastern philosophies, and other mystical sources. Paperback,10 copies available.
$75 donation. Pair of tickets to an evening with Monty Python alum John Cleese, in conversation with his daughter Camila, Friday 11/29/24 at 8 pm at the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills. 5 pairs available. CREDIT CARD ONLY, get phone and email. Doors open at 6. Names will be on reservation list at event.
$60 pledge. Pair of tickets to Bee Gees tribute band Bee Gees Gold, Saturday, 9/14/24 at 9:00 PM (doors at 6) at The Canyon Agoura Hills, 28912 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills. 5 pairs available. CREDIT CARD ONLY, get phone and email. Names on reservation list at event.
$75 pledge. Pair of tickets to comedian/actor Sandra Bernhard in a revue of her musical influences, Sunday, 12/15/24 at 8:00 PM (doors at 6) at The Canyon Agoura Hills, 28912 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills. 5 pairs available. CREDIT CARD ONLY, get phone and email. Names on reservation list at event.
$120 pledge. Pair of tickets to relationship therapist Esther Perel with the immersive presentation 'The Future of Relationships, Love and Desire.' Tuesday 9/10/24 from 8 to 10 pm at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, 1011 S. Stadium Drive. 5 pairs available, Credit Card only. Need phone and email from donor.
$160 donation. Understanding Capitalism aims to answer the question: 'Why capitalism fails us?' It explores the different definitions of what capitalism is and is not. Readers acquire tools needed to engage basic economic and social issues of our time by showing precisely how they depend upon the capitalist system.
$160 donation. Hochschild focuses, in Pikeville, Kentucky, in the heart of Appalachia, within the whitest and second-poorest congressional district in the nation, on a group swept up in the shifting political landscape: blue-collar men. In small churches, hillside hollers, roadside diners, trailer parks, and Narcotics Anonymous meetings, Hochschild introduces us to unforgettable people, and offers an original lens through which to see them and the wider world.
$150 donation. Authors Anthony Kaye and Gregory Downs provide the fullest recounting to date of the deadly 1831 slave uprising in Virginia, led by the enslaved preacher Nat Turner and the first that refuses to tame or overlook his divine visions. Instead, they take those visions seriously, tracing their emergence from the world of nineteenth-century Methodism, with its revivals, camp meetings, interracial churches, and Black preachers.
$100 donation. In the 75th year after the formation of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, authors Medea Benjamin and David Swanson investigate how NATO's decisions are made, the widely misunderstood question of the way it is funded, its relationship to international law, and the available alternatives to it, The book is a primer on an organization that not only confronts expanding military conflict but, the authors contend, plays an active part in its escalation.
$200 donation. A wild ride and revealing portrait of the controversial Pancho Villa, one of Mexico?s most beloved (or loathed) heroes, that finally establishes the importance of his role in the triumph of the Mexican Revolution, by renowned writer Paco Ignacio Taibo II.
$180 donation. In Survival Is a Promise, Alexis Pauline Gumbs, the first researcher to explore the full depths of Audre Lorde?s manuscript archives, illuminates the eternal life of Lorde. Her life and work become more than a sound bite; they become a cosmic force, teaching us the grand contingency of life together on earth.
$100 donation. In this charged collection of fifteen essays and speeches, Lorde takes on sexism, racism, ageism, homophobia, and class, and propounds social difference as a vehicle for action and change. Her prose is incisive, unflinching, and lyrical, reflecting struggle but ultimately offering messages of hope. This commemorative edition includes a new foreword by Lorde-scholar and poet Cheryl Clarke, who celebrates the ways in which Lorde's philosophies resonate more than twenty years after they were first published.
$100 donation. A complete collection: over 300 poems from one of this country's most influential poets.
$75 donation. Pair of tickets to Elvia Cadena and The Gems, with guests Monica Rocha and Osita, hosted by KPFK's Gary Baca. at the Souldies Lounge, Friday, 9/20/24. 108 S Riverside Ave, Rialto, CA 92376. 5 pairs available, credit card only. Get phone and email. Names will be on guest list at event.
$100 donation. Jackson Browne: DOWNHILL FROM EVERYWHERE - VINYL Record - Nearly five decades since his debut LP, the songs on Jackson Browne's new album Downhill From Everywhere sustain the soulful intimacy of his first release, combined with a power and wisdom gained from a life pursuing positive change. Vinyl copy 2 LP's
$150 pledge. Pair of General Admission (non-seated) tickets to Carlos Santana, Sunday 10/6/24 at 7 pm in La Zona Fiesta, close to the stage, at the House of Blues Las Vegas, inside Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, 3950 S. Las Vegas Blvd. 5 pairs available. CREDIT CARD ONLY, GET PHONE AND EMAIL - tickets will be emailed via Ticketmaster.
$120 donation. This soundtrack compilation illustrates part of the story of 'The Wrecking Crew.' Filmmaker Danny Tedesco set out to tell the story of these legendary session musicians in 1996, but never imagined it would take nearly 20 years to complete the film and bring it to a wide audience. 5 sets available, signed by Tedesco and Wrecking Crew alumn pianist Don Randi.
$100 donation. 2nd compilation of songs tied to the group of Hollywood session musicians known as 'The Wrecking Crew.' Two CDs are filled with songs from the 50s-70s with performances by the musicians. The third CD honors the musicians themselves, with their own recordings under their own names. Includes 14-page booklet filled with photos and credits of the songs. 5 sets available, signed by Tedesco and Wrecking Crew alumn, pianist Don Randi.
$75 pledge. Legendary saxophonist Coltrane?s sole album as a leader for Blue Note, a locomotive 5-track album fueled by the bluesy title track, featuring a dynamic 6-piece band with Lee Morgan on trumpet, Curtis Fuller on trombone, Kenny Drew on piano, Paul Chambers on bass, and Philly Joe Jones on drums. This set includes a 2nd disc of alternate and incomplete takes, 4 of which have never been released before. It comes with a booklet featuring session photos by Francis Wolff and an essay by Coltrane expert Ashley Kahn. 6 copies available.
$60 pledge. 70th anniversary reissue of Miles Davis? classic Birth of the Cool from 1949 includes live material from 1948. The package also features a new retrospective essay by Ashley Kahn, the author of Kind of Blue: The Making of the Miles Davis Masterpiece. Jazz saxophonist Gerry Mulligan and jazz historian Phil Schaap provide liner notes on the project, which were originally published in 1998. The studio sessions are mastered from analog tape of the original singles for the first time since the original Birth of the Cool release in 1957, while the live sessions are compiled from rare 1949 performances. 6 copies available.
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