Author Archives: Kathy Forste

Mick Byrd – Ozark Blues and So Much More

Mick Byrd

Mick Byrd is a prolific singer/songwriter from the small town of Vienna Missouri and a good friend of KC Café Radio.  His tenth album Goodnite Tonite has been a favorite on KC Café Radio since its release last year.  Mick describes his music as Ozark Blues.  But after talking to Mick and listening to his music you understand that his music goes beyond blues or country or rock.  He is an eclectic singer/songwriter whose songs encompass not only a variety of genres but also a diverse world of characters and topics.

Recently KC Café Radio Music Director, Kathy Forste had the chance to interview Mick via Zoom.  They talked about his love of songwriting and performing.  They also chatted about what it’s like to have a music career living in a small town.  Mick debuts three new songs not yet recorded especially for KC Café Radio.

Kerry Patrick Clark – What a Show, What an Amazing Entertainer

Kerry Patrick Clark

Kerry Patrick Clark is a man who has worn many hats in his long musical career.  Singer, songwriter, storyteller, therapist, comedian, word painter, and entertainer.  Kerry’s ninth and newest album, “What a Show” delves into the tight rope walking, flaming rings of fire, and juggling people perform in this show of life. Kerry took time from his busy schedule and renovating his home to do a Zoom interview and play some songs from his newest album with KC Café Radio Music Director, Kathy Forste.  Kathy asks him about some little-known projects Kerry has done in his career. Including a project, he worked on with his sister and a song that he wrote for a film about romance at a cornhole tournament.  Kerry shares his plans for the year and how he has been keeping his career going through the Covid Pandemic.  www.kerrypatrickclark.com

Watch the interview here:

Cej – A Friend to the Sky and All of Us

Cej - A Friend of the Sky

Cej, (pronounced siege) began his musical career in the 60’s listening to folk music of the era. By the 70’s he had been signed to two major label recording contracts with two separate bands. By the 1980’s he became disillusioned with the music industry and went to college and got a degree in social work.

He took his training and began working as a social worker in almost every corner of the world. Now he fuses his talent as a musician and his compassion as a social worker into his music career. Since returning to recording Cej has been taking his experiences as a Social Worker and his talent as a Musician and making wonderfully inspiring albums. Cej’s latest album “Friend of the Sky” takes inspiration from working in Djibouti and Bavaria and delivers an album of 14 songs seeped in the Americana tradition. Filled with songs that examine the human experience.  Recently Kathy Forste had the pleasure to chat with Cej on Zoom and have him play a few tunes from his album, “Friend of the Sky”.  www.cejsongs.me   

Watch the Interview Here

Jackdaw: A Testament to turning back the hands of time

By: Kathy Forste

JackDaw had its roots in Eugene, Oregon in the early 70’s with friends Wayne Drury, Rob Anderson and Randall Crawford. They had a loyal following of fans. But by the end of the 70’s Wayne had been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and Rob moved to Europe.

Over the the years Rob wanted to pay tribute to his friend Wayne’s songwriting talent and started a tribute project that included a song Wayne had written for Rob called “The Last Cowboy in Paris”. Working on the project got the creative juices flowing and Rob starting reworking some of the old JackDaw tunes and began to write his own songs for a whole new JackDaw project.

Recently, KC Cafe Radio Music Director Kathy Forste talked Rob via Skype. They chatted about the origins of JackDaw, how Rob started songwriting and what lead him to move to Europe and make it his permanent home for over 40 years. They also discuss songs from the album and the great musicians that worked with Rob on the No Cactus album and his future plans.

Listen to and download the interview here:

KC Cafe Radio Concert Series Presents: Handmade Moments with Special Guest Joe Avery

Handmade Moments

Handmade Moments

Join us for a special evening of music at the home of Cathlyn and Stan Unruh’s in Lawrence, KS. Kansas singer/songwriter Joe Avery will be starting off the evening with his special brand of acoustic folk. Handmade Moments will delight you with their wonderful energy and unique gift of song. This is a post Thanksgiving potluck show, so bring your favorite dish to share with your fellow concert goers. Dinner starts at 5:30 pm and music will begin around 6:30 pm. To RSVP or for more information email kathy@kccaferadio.com or cathlynb@gmail.com Check out Handmade Moments at www.handmademomentsjazz.com

Joe Avery

Special Guest – Joe Avery