THE FIRST 5O GIGS LAUNCHES GUNS N’ ROSES AND THE MAKING OF APPETITE FOR DESTRUCTION VISUAL PODCAST SEASON ONE, EPISODE ONE OUT NOW

THE FIRST 5O GIGS LAUNCHES 

GUNS N’ ROSES AND THE MAKING OF

 APPETITE FOR DESTRUCTION  VISUAL PODCAST 

SEASON ONE, EPISODE ONE OUT NOW

Cr. Jack Lue

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“There isn’t a better person to release any material to do with the coming together and the history of Guns N’ Roses and where it went and what was going on behind the scenes than Marc.” — Slash

Marc Canter and Jason Porath, the authors of the critically acclaimed book Reckless Road are excited to announce the launch of the video podcast The First 50 Gigs: Guns N’ Roses and the Making of Appetite for Destruction. The Introductory Episode along with Episode One of the first season is available now exclusively on Patreon. 

The Reckless Road: Guns N' Roses and the Making of Appetite for Destruction book which was published in 2008 and won an IPPY for Pop Culture Book of the Year was just the tip of the iceberg of an archive created by Marc Canter; photographer, music historian, and owner of the world-famous Canter’s Deli. Canter captured the band’s formative years and the heyday of the Sunset Strip music scene.  Canter, who has a photographic memory, came to realize that his memories, the history of this era in Los Angeles, and the formation of this iconic band, will die with him if he doesn’t tell them. The First 50 Gigs project has been years in the making, “Marc’s one-of-a-kind archive on the early days of Guns N’ Roses and the first fifty gigs of the Appetite lineup of Guns N’ Roses is unprecedented,” says Porath. “ Marc truly captured lightning in a bottle and the power of those images he and Jack Lue created will now be amplified by first-hand accounts by the people who were there, giving audiences a true play-by-play unfolding of events.” 

The project was designed as a gift to fans to unlock the stories behind the most famous songs from the ever-elusive band, in particular the younger fans,  many of whom were not even born when Appetite came out. It's an opportunity for them to learn about the stories behind the making of Appetite For Destruction.  “This video podcast is a multilayer documentary told by the people and band members that were there,” says Canter. “Those that  were involved in the incestuous revolving doors of the bands that eventually led to the Appetite for Destruction lineup.”

Putting fans first, this first season of the show will be available in several tiers on Patreon with the intention of growing the show’s community to a level that will enable the production of the next few seasons. All episodes from season one were recorded in English with transcripts available in Spanish and Portuguese. The three subscriptions tiers enable different levels of access from audio-only, to visual and audio, exclusive content which includes additional interviews, bonus video and audio, and merchandise items. All tier levels come standard with private RSS feeds that will allow you to listen to the show on your favorite podcast player (e.g. Apple Podcast, Stitcher, etc.)

"I can't really tell how thankful I am being able to see this podcast finally, It's just great to get all this info about GN'R's early days.”  - Patreon Subscriber

The introductory episode dives into the credentials of the show's core historian, Los Angeles cultural icon Marc Canter. Canter’s family restaurant, Canter’s Deli, which he currently owns and operates, is a Los Angeles landmark that has been a featured player in the history of the city for decades. Canter grew up with Slash, and Canter’s Deli, along with the adjoining Kibitz Room, and became a second home for the band, as well as a staple post-show, late-night hang for the Sunset Strip crowd. Canter knew from early on that Slash was special and began to document his shows, saving memorabilia, photos and video from all of his performances. Episode one tells the story of Slash’s first band Titus Sloan through photos, videos and an interview with Titus Sloan drummer and founding member Adam Greenberg.

“By retelling this story in podcast form, The First 50 Gigs can take listeners deeper into stories, personalities and events and explore every aspect of this origin story that often is left on the cutting room floor of a book or documentary, '' says Porath. “ Anyone around the world can click on a button and transport themselves back in time to the 1980’s Sunset Strip and follow the action that led to one of the greatest Rock N’ Roll breakthrough stories of the decade.”

Season One Episode lineup:

Introduction: Marc and Jason - Intro to the series, Marc’s history,

Episode 1: Adam Greenberg - Tidus Sloan/Roadcrew

Episode 2: Laurie Jacobson - History of The Strip from 1900-1965

Episode 3: Domenic Priore - History of The Strip from 1965-1990

Episode 4: Chris Weber - AXL, Rose + Hollywood Rose

Episode 5: Steve Darrow - New Hollywood Rose

Episode 6: Nadir D’Priest - London

Episode 7: Mid-Season Recap: Hollywood Rose to LA Guns 

Episode 8: LA GUNS to Original GNR

Episode 9: Rob Gardner - L.A. Guns / Original GNR

Episode 10: Marc Canter - First Appetite Lineup at Troubadour on 6.6.85

Episode 11: Hell Tour 

Episode 12: Steven Adler

Episode 13: Season 1 Recap/Finale, Season 2 Preview

Plus 2 - 14 Bonus Episodes (for specific subscriber tiers)

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THE FIRST 5O GIGS ANNOUNCES THEIR DEBUT PRODUCTION GUNS N’ ROSES AND THE MAKING OF APPETITE FOR DESTRUCTION

THE FIRST 5O GIGS ANNOUNCES THEIR DEBUT PRODUCTION 

GUNS N’ ROSES AND THE MAKING OF

 APPETITE FOR DESTRUCTION

 VISUAL PODCAST  + LOS ANGELES EXHIBIT  WITH 

LETHAL AMOUNTS AT THE ROOSEVELT HOTEL

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“There isn’t a better person to release any material to do with the coming together and the history of Guns N’ Roses and where it went and what was going on behind the scenes than Marc.” — Slash

Marc Canter and Jason Porath, the authors of the critically acclaimed book Reckless Road are excited to announce the launch of the video podcast The First 50 Gigs: Guns N’ Roses and the Making of Appetite for Destruction. Season One of the show will launch on August 19th at 12am EST exclusively through Patreon. 

The Reckless Road: Guns N' Roses and the Making of Appetite for Destruction book which was published in 2008 and won an IPPY for Pop Culture Book of the Year was just the tip of the iceberg of an archive created by Marc Canter; photographer, music historian, and owner of the world-famous Canter’s Deli. Canter captured the band’s formative years and the heyday of the Sunset Strip music scene.  Canter, who has a photographic memory, came to realize that his memories, the history of this era in Los Angeles, and the formation of this iconic band, will die with him if he doesn’t tell them. The First 50 Gigs project has been years in the making, “Marc’s one-of-a-kind archive on the early days of Guns N’ Roses and the first fifty gigs of the Appetite lineup of Guns N’ Roses is unprecedented,” says Porath. “ Marc truly captured lightning in a bottle and the power of those images he and Jack Lue created will now be amplified by first-hand accounts by the people who were there, giving audiences a true play-by-play unfolding of events.” 

The project was designed as a gift to fans to unlock the stories behind the most famous songs from the ever-elusive band, in particular the younger fans,  many of whom were not even born when Appetite came out. It's an opportunity for them to learn about the stories behind, and ultimately the making of Appetite For Destruction.  “This video podcast is a multilayer documentary told by the people and band members that were there,” says Canter. “Those that  were involved in the incestuous revolving doors of the bands that eventually led to the Appetite for Destruction lineup.”

Putting fans first, this first season of the show will be available in several tiers on Patreon with the intention of growing the show’s community to a level that will enable the production of the next few seasons. All episodes from season one were recorded in English with transcripts available in Spanish and Portuguese. The three subscriptions tiers enable different levels of access from audio-only, to visual and audio, exclusive content which includes additional interviews, bonus video and audio, and merchandise items. All tier levels come standard with private RSS feeds that will allow you to listen to the show on your favorite podcast player (e.g. Apple Podcast, Stitcher, etc.)

“By retelling this story in podcast form, The First 50 Gigs can take listeners deeper into stories, personalities and events and explore every aspect of this origin story that often is left on the cutting room floor of a book or documentary, '' says Porath. “ Anyone around the world can click on a button and transport themselves back in time to the 1980’s Sunset Strip and follow the action that led to one of the greatest Rock N’ Roll breakthrough stories of the decade.”

To celebrate the show’s debut, Los Angeles art gallery Lethal Amounts will be producing The First 50 Gigs launch event and exhibit at the Roosevelt Hotel on August 18th. On display will be select pieces from Canter’s archive featured in the podcast. Without independent music venues taking a chance on unknown artists, bands like Guns n’ Roses would not exist. To ensure that bands like this continue to have a platform to develop and play a portion of the proceeds from the ticket sales for the exhibit will be donated to the National Independent Venue Association’s #SaveOurStages initiative.

TICKET + EVENT INFORMATION: HERE

MONIQUE DEBOSE LAUNCHES THE MORE WITH MONIQUE PODCAST

MONIQUE DEBOSE LAUNCHES THE

MORE WITH MONIQUE PODCAST

“DeBose has committed herself to harnessing her music in order to help create a world in which people better understand each other and create real change.” -  Audiofemme

“Speaking with DeBose, it's clear why she gets invited to TED Talks: Her energy can fill up a room and leave you wanting more.” - Songfacts

“As a black mixed-race woman with an African American father and an Irish mother, DeBose weaves the history of her family, race, and identity through storytelling and music.” - Guitar Girl Magazine

Monique’s message and expression comes in multiple forms – as a singer, songwriter, actor, poet and playwright – making her a boundless artist that can’t be categorized.  

 - Joy Sounds Music
“MORE” explores the ways in which Monique, like most women, embodies all the roles she plays in her life – the mom, the businesswoman, the homemaker, the voice of reason, and the rockstar. We also see her move from a place of choosing doubt, fear, rage, to choosing STRENGTH and, essentially, MORE for herself.” - Black Girl Nerds

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June 8th, 2020 - Los Angeles based singer, activist and spiritual coach Monique DeBose is excited to announce the launch of her podcast MORE with Monique, the first episode of which is out today on all digital platforms. 

DeBose has been inspiring women to choose  “MORE,” for years. Fifteen years ago DeBose penned a powerful song called “More.”  The song inspired her to take a leap of faith, leave the corporate world and pursue her dream of becoming a jazz singer. “MORE,” was released as a single with a powerful accompanying video. “MORE has always been my personal anthem that I quietly kept in the back of my head for years,” DeBose told Black Girl Nerds  “and now I hope it can be an anthem for  everyone who identifies as female . It’s so important to consciously decide as women what we are choosing MORE of for ourselves so we can band together and support each other to make it happen!” Upon the release of the song last year the message resonated with so many women around the world and DeBose was flooded with messages from women on what they were choosing MORE of for themselves.  The song quickly evolved beyond a female empowerment anthem and into a movement. The "MORE" movement demanded a larger conversation which has manifested itself in the MORE with Monique podcast. 

Each episode finds DeBose  speaking with incredible women from around the world sharing their unique stories around a specific theme: “I Choose MORE… courage, faith, sex, purpose." Shows will be wrapped in elements of Monique’s own personal flavor, including calls from her family members (her white Irish-catholic mom, her black dad from the segregated south, her white, Jewish husband, her adorable mixed-remixed kids…), vocal improvisation and lessons explored in each episode along with exercises to integrate the experience of each episode into your own life.  This first episode focuses on Intuition and features a conversation with  dating coach and TV personality Damona Hoffman and Evolved Teacher CEO Gahmya Drummond-Bey.  Additional guests for this season include Carmit Bachar (The Pussycat Dolls), Angela Tennison (Former Usher to President Barack Obama), Claudine Cooper (Get Lifted Founder) and many more.

Discussions and bonus content for each episode will be shared on Women Choosing MORE Facebook Group HERE after each episode. 

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DeBose holds a master's degree in Spiritual Psychology and a BA in Mathematics from UC Berkeley.  Monique calls Los Angeles home, is married to a Brit, and is raising two compassionate, culturally intelligent boys. Her life and upbringing, being raised by an African American father from the segregated South and Irish American mother from upstate New York, is the inspiration for her work, pushing people to step out of seeing themselves and the world,  as black or white, but to embrace all of who they are and to live life in full color. DeBose honed her craft at Billy Higgin’s famous World Stage jazz club in Leimert Park, as well as in various jazz bands.  She is a trained jazz vocal improviser, and once led a community of over 500 improv singers across the world.  In 2005 and 2007, she released two albums – Choose the Experience (featuring Kamasi Washington) and Choose the Experience 2 – and performed internationally, in India, China, London, and Amsterdam. This idea of “Living Life in Full Color'' is the driving force behind her artistic output. DeBose received rave reviews for her one-woman show “Mulatto Math: Summing up the Race Equation in America '' winning the  Producer’s Encore Award at the Hollywood Fringe Festival before being transformed into a workshop which she has performed at UCLA and MindValley. DeBose was also a featured artist and performer at TEDx where she performed her song “Rally Call” live.  The video for “Rally Call” garnered over 150K views upon its release striking a chord with people all over the world, including the United Nations, who invited DeBose to perform the song at their SDG Action Zone Conference last year. Learn more about her “Rally Call” initiatives HERE. 

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