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- Cape Town South Africa
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- A bit about me for the Radio 2000 website
Name:
Eric Alan
Where were you born:
In Cape Town and grew up in Knysna and Cape Town
What do you do?
Talk and Music Radio Show Host/Presenter/DJ - Jazz Rendezvous Radio Show Host and Jazz Website Editor, Jazz Columnist and writer
Star sign:
Typical Sagittarian born in 19??, on the 10 the day of the Archers month
What did you want to be when you grew up:
An intrepid explorer or the choice between Batman and Superman was easy, all my mates wanted to be the nerd that flies, I mean I didn't want to be a man could fly cause when I got my Superman belt from Kellogg's Rice Krispies it didn't work and I sulked for weeks, Batman was a real hero or an intrepid explorer who could go where no person has gone before or Hugh Hefner's chief photographer
The name of your radio show:
Eric Alan’s Late, Late Show on Radio 2000
Describe the show:
A chat and music show dealing adult issues, interesting people, topics, covering different subjects from music and musicians, business, empowerment, general health, arts & culture, sexual health, medical issues, entertainment, sports, esoteric and alternative healing, spiritual and alternative lifestyles, nation building, interesting personalities who hold interesting positions in society and adult related issues:- in other words most riveting not to be missed radio.
Favourite cities or towns:
London, Antwerp, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Rome, Cape Town, Montague and Knysna
Favourite book:
Any skop(kick), skietI(shoot) en donder(thunder) and Sci-Fi
Do you judge a book/magazine by its cover:
Yes and not been wrong too many times, especially when it comes to Playboy
Which book/magazine changed your life:
Which book/magazine changed your life:
Around the World in Eighty Days, Gulag Archipelago, and my first Playboy
Do you have any important coffee table books in your home:
Mbizo – Johnny Dyani, Abdullah Ibrahim, Cape Town Jazz 1959-1963 & Jazz People of Cape Town all by Lars Rasmussen which I've been know to give away as a gift to visitors who come to dinner and Alyn Shipton’s A New History of Jazz,
Do you enjoy cooking:
Love to but hate to wash up thank goodness for disposable utensils, plates and cups, I save a fortune on dish wash liquid, just wish someone would come up with disposable pot and pans
Favourite foods:
Anything Italian, my late Dad's dumpling stew, my Mom's Bobotie(curried meatloaf), my late Gran's bread and butter pudding my late sisters veggie roast (not a veggie lover but the roast was something from heaven, don't know what spices she used but I have my suspicions, may have come from the local Rasta man), my late domestic executive Aunty Sarah's pea and ham soup and her totally decadent apple tart, Bully Beef Hash, my own pasta and other Italian dishes and finally a great braai (barbeque)
Favourite Snack:
Peanut Butter and Apricot or Peanut Butter and Marmite Sarmie, Pop Corn, flavoured or plain Cashew and giant salted peanut nuts
Favourite Tipple:
Favourite Tipple:
Windhoek, Pironi, Pilsner Urquell Beer and any good South African wine specifically Pinotage and Villiera Tradition Brut, Graham Beck Brut & Pongratz Cap Classique sparkling wines and sparkling bottled water
If you could change one thing about yourself:
Heck, only one thing? Here’s a number - Procrastination, bad dress sense, loose weight, sadly in need of a major overhaul and makeover
Favourite Smelly Stuff:b>
Calvin Klein – Contradiction, kinda figures Huh!
If The Late, Late Show was a T.V. Show, what would the viewers see:
Nothing too good I was always told I have the perfect face and figure for radio, never won the beautiful baby competition but did win the person who most looks like his pet competition - my dog was Bully Beef the Bull Dog
The interviews you enjoyed the most:
Sipho Gumede, Zim Ngqawana, Concord Nkabinde, Kirk Whalum, Nontuthuzelo Puoane, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Harry Connick Jnr, Jack van Poll, James Scholfield, Natascha Roth, Miriam Makeba, Cassandra Wilson, Hotep Idris Galeta, Charmaine Clamor, Jimmie Earl Perry, Tina Schouw, Freddie Cole, Abdullah Ibrahim, Hugh Masakela, Tieney Sutton, Judith Sephuma, James Carter, Selaelo Selota, Darius Brubeck, Esther Miller, Alison Dewar, Sipho Mabuse, Kevin Mahogany, Sibongile Khumalo, Mike Rossi, Bheki Mseleku, Marcus Miller, Lionel Lou eke, Paul Hanmer, McCoy Mrubata, Nneena Freelon, Winston Mankunku and the late Basil “Manenberg” Coetzee, Donald Tshomela & Joe Zawinul and the list goes on.
People you'd like to interview:
Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, Keith Jarrett, Trevor Manual, Keely Smith, Kader Asmal, Pallo Jordan, McCoy Tyner, Dave Brubeck, Wynton Marsalis, Tony Bennett, Ernestine Anderson, Cleo Laine, Diana Krall and Nelson Mandela
Any dead people you'd like to interview:
Alexsandr Solzhenitsyn, Alan Silinga, Ella Fitzgerald, Ratu Mike Makhalemele, Duke Ellington, Shirley Horn, Louis Armstrong, Jimmy Hendrix, Oscar Peterson, J. S. Bach, Thelonious Monk, Jaco Pastorius, Sarah Vaughan, Dudley Moore, Frank Sinatra, Dr Nina Simone, Gerry Garcia and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
What soothes you after a hectic day:
What would be found in your shopping basket:
All the totally wrong but yummy thing's.
What soothes you after a hectic day:
Great music and a long cold frosty one or maybe two
What gets up your nose:
Loud music at any time but mostly out of mini bus taxis, obnoxious people, mini bus taxi drivers and bad drivers in general.
The music you listen to most often:
Whatever takes my fancy, anything from Jazz, South African, Pop, Classical, Classic Rock and World Music.
Favourite Tipple:
Beer, beer, beer and good South African wine in that order
Favourite Pastime:
Watching movies on DVD, listening to music, watching sport specifically cricket, cooking, football, rugby, motor sport, the history, wildlife and cooking channels, surfing the internet and reading
Any Hobbies:
Collecting South African Wine, collecting cookery books, music
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ERIC ALAN BIOG
Eric's choice of music is eclectic, what appeals to him and he hopes to the listener as well. “Music is my hobby, passion and livelihood and on the Jazz Rendezvous website and radio show he plays anything that is easy and laid back, anything that makes for relaxation, from blues to fusion to mainstream, Dixieland and beyond” he says. The programme is a bridge, marrying the genres and styles. “I also want people to learn about the different varieties and styles of jazz. The focus is an equal mix of vocal to instrumental and the important component is South African Jazz”. He also includes number of entertaining listener participation features during his programmes that engage and entice the listeners to b e part of his various programmes.
Eric started off his working life with Capab Ballet and learnt to enjoy ballet music. “No I wasn't a dancer, although the late David Poole did ask of I would like to become one, my answer was a short and swift, no thanks”. He became a stage manager, touring the Cape Province for a year with the company learning the theatre ropes and got interested in sound and lighting.” he says.
Eric went on to the then Nico Malan Theatre Centre, now Artscape for its opening, doing lights, stage management and sound mainly on opera stage. After leaving Capab, he went into sales and marketing also started operating as a mobile DJ on the side until he realised that he could turn his hobby into a business. “I got the contract to arrange the musical entertainment at the first and only Pierhead Harbour Festival which building of the V & A Waterfront. This gave me my first exposure to the airwaves, of a kind, I decided to start an internal radio station for the festival and accept advertising as a means of stretching my very limited budget. The result was that I could hire better entertainment and musicians for the festival.” Eric said. It was about that time he decided to become a self-employed person running his own mobile disco doing weddings, parties and working in clubs. This was a major decision in those days, no security, no medical aid and pension and a skradonk for a car.
For eight years he loved it, then decided he’d had enough of clubs and parties and indulged in his other hobby, Italian food, and opened a restaurant in Worcester with some Italian partners, and went on to be a very successful endeavour. It was then time to move back to the bright lights of city life sold his shares and headed back to Cape Town, took a short holiday, before long was back in business looking for interesting opportunities.
The process of the freeing the airwaves in 1993 was well on its way prior to the first democratic elections in South Africa which saw the first temporary (30 days) Community Radio station licenses being issued and result was Eric getting enthusiastically involved with Peace Radio, which was formed by the National Peace Secretariat, to help foster peace prior the first democratic elections in S. A. This was then followed by a month with another temporary (30 days) Community Radio station CTFM and, then another term with Peace Radio, which had got its second licence. It was with Peace Radio that he learnt about community radio broadcasting from well-known professional broadcaster such as Martin Baillie, Alex Jay and Neil Johnson. At the station, he did seven shows a week, four hours a day for 30 days. For the next year, he worked on Peace 2000 FM presenting and producing. Then, he decided, it was time for another break.
Eric compiled CD's for Club Music Direct for a six-month stint, which was great fun he said. Then along came RWCTV (Rugby World Cup TV) and his rest period was once again over and, for the next 30 days, produced two live TV talk shows, one English and the other Afrikaans.
TV was not the way to go, he decided, radio was where his heart was set, so when a new community radio station, Fine Music Radio got its licence in the middle of 1994, Eric was employed as a Producer/ Presenter – Jazz programming and music manager. The station featured unique mix of jazz and classical music, which worked with listeners learning about different kinds and styles of good music. Jazz and Classical music are the highest form of musical expression in his opinion, and over the years are musical forms that have not been given much prominence on national or regional radio. Eric takes great pride in the South African jazz he plays during his shows, not because of the quota imposed by the ICASA (Independent Communications Authority of South Africa), but because we have really good music and musicians in South Africa.
After 14 years of unbroken service at Fine Music Radio, Eric was offered the opportunity to present and produce his show on the national airwaves of South Africa on PBS station Radio 2000 to great success which continues, now into his second year at Radio 2000 with a new show, The Late, Late Show which is a jazz music and talk show covering a wide variety of subjects which fall within the mandate of PBS Radio in South Africa.
Eric also runs a successful website devoted to jazz in South Africa, Africa and beyond today. He is a member of The South African Jazz Educators Association and was member of the now defunct International Association for Jazz Education. Eric writes and reviews jazz for various newspapers and periodicals as well as the jazz columnist for the prestigious South African arts and cultural magazine Roots.
Music is not a style, but a lifestyle to be enjoyed and shared with others who equally enjoy the passionate side of life.
- How did you hear about the Jazz Network?
- South African Jazz Network
- Website:
- http://wwwjazzrendezvous.co.za
Eric Alan's Blog
On your internet radio tonight in South Africa - Saturday 4 October The Late, Late Show
Please join me, Eric Alan and my special guests, South African actress Lillian Dube, international jazz singer Stacy Kent who will tell their stories of their experiences on surviving breast cancer. We also have Fadwa Walker from CANSA and Karin Blumer from NICRO on Radio 2000 at 10pm (South African Time) tonight for a discussion on life after breast cancer. Music is an important part of our show and we feature a heap of great South African music, to discover more just tune in on the web the Rad… Continue
Posted on October 4, 2008 at 4:30am —
ERIC ALAN’S LATE, LATE SHOW & JAZZ RENDEZVOUS NEWSLETTER Friday 19th September 2008
Last week our invited guest did not pitch due to circumstances beyond our control and with the shock and sudden passing of one of South Africa’s greatest musical sons jazz pianist Bheki Msleleku, we were able to pay tribute the his genius through our show. We able to speck to Professor Hotep Idris Galeta, Johnny Mekoa, Fine artist Sam Nhlengethwa, Mfana Mlambo a good friend of Bheki’s and Langa Mseleku the late pianists brother.
It was an incredibly sad show but the joy was being able to listen… Continue
Posted on September 19, 2008 at 5:00am —
ERIC ALANS LATE, LATE SHOW & JAZZ RENDEZVOUS NEWSLETTER - SAT 13th SEPTEMBER 2008
Well done to the winners of our spelling mistake competition, the first 10 entries received were judged to be the winners and they are; Lucas Tsholofelo Titisi of Walmer, P.E.; Peter Bosch of Steenberg, Cape; Andrea Wolper of Brooklyn, New York; Bev Perold-Stephen of Durban North; Norma Read of Claremont, CT; Cheryl Scholtz of Cape Town; Grant Smith of Modderfontein; Mike Laatz of Claremont, CT; Mark Black of Kenilworth, CT and Herby Opland of Johannesburg. As will be noted we have received entr… Continue
Posted on September 13, 2008 at 11:30am —
ERIC ALANS LATE, LATE SHOW NEWS – MONDAY 11 AUGUST 2008
Our guest Mpumi Dhlamini turned out to be quite a surprise and was not afraid to speak his mind about the fickle industry he has chosen as a career. What a talented young musician and like all who tuned in to our show on Saturday night one go the impression that he is planning and plotting to be in the business for a long time to come. His music, at his tender age has reached a level which many accomplished twice his age would dream of attaining. Full of confidence and a work ethic that will see… Continue
Posted on August 10, 2008 at 8:43am —
INSPIRATIONAL CORNER
Uncle Hugh 'Peanuts' Whalum is my 80 year-old uncle who has FORGOTTEN more about jazz than I've even learned yet! He released his CD "Introducing Hugh 'Peanuts' Whalum" after gigging in the St. Louis scene for over 55 years! Needless to say his voice, his saxophone, his piano... like a fine, aged Merlot. His energy?! I dare not try and keep up. I'm on stage falling asleep by the time he gets going good – cut from a different cloth. Arnette, Coleman, Hamp, Hank... fine cloth.
Why do I bring them up? Because they represent something really important that we now get to enjoy, like they did back then, but now through technology on sites like this, that we've been missing.
The good news, since family – in this case JAZZ FAMILY – and relationships are much more important, more fulfilling... is that I feel RICHER knowing and following you guys music on THE JAZZ NETWORK!
Sincerely,
Kirk WHALUM
www.kirkwhalum.com
"Congratulations on your creativity, energy and dedication to Jazz, knowing and have worked with your Dad ~ its all in the genes".
~Clem De Rosa
Professional Musician, Educator, Arranger, Composer and Band Leader
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SPOTLIGHTED ARTISTS
Finding THE JAZZ NETWORK has been an amazing experience for Musique Noire. The opportunity to not only gain exposure among the jazz community, but to also learn and network with others in the jazz world has been invaluable. It is a place where we are all treated equally, whether one is a major label act or an indie artist, whether one plays traditional jazz or any of the "branches" of the jazz Family "tree".
Musique Noire is honored to be spotlighted here and are deeply grateful to Jaijai for creating this wonderful world. We're here to stay!
~ Musique Noire
Jaijai, what a wonderful mission you've undertaken to create such a place for artistic minds to meet and share their hearts. A place to renew faded determinations, and revive lessened momentums. A place to display our wares and reconfirm to one another that we actually are on the right track.
I commend you, Jaijai, for caring so much that you created this castle of the heart for all of us. I want to share my praise for all of the new friends as well as old friends that I've met and will meet here in our castle. Here we can garnish the where-with-all, the strength, the conviction, and the selflessness through our symbiosis, to share our gift to the world with an unbiased agenda.
My mentor, Daisaku Ikeda says of art: "A beautiful flower delights and refreshes the hearts of all people equally, no matter what soil it grows in. That is the power of beauty. The same is true of great art. It is this spirit that the German poet Heinrich Heine sang of when he wrote that once the peapod bursts open, the sugar peas inside are for everyone to enjoy."
Let's be audacious, my friends!
Buster Williams
"It was a pleasure to be featured on the Jazz Network Main Page. This Network is a unique forward step for independence, contact and conversation between artist, promoters/agents and fans.
Thank you Jaijai for offering a professional meeting place. I've met new musicians and rediscovered old friends I haven't seen or heard from in years. May we all continue to expand this network.
~ Will Calhoun
"I think that what Jaijai Jackson has done with the Jazz Network shows how the eternal love for this music is passed down from generation to generation. The fire her father lit in her has burned brightly and has inspired her to pass this torch on to future generations. I'm very proud to be featured and I'm very happy that Jazz has a voice and spirit like Jaijai looking after it."
~ Ron Kearns
I am so honored to be on The Jazz Network with so many wonderful and dedicated musicians. Jazz is the truly American art form and as I travel to other countries I find that their appreciation for jazz is really uplifting. There are so many excellent jazz musicians around the world now and The Jazz Network is helping us to find each other. Thank goodness for people like Jaijai who have dedicated so much time and effort to keep the jazz community together and for opening doors to us that we may never have found.
Regarding education in jazz, having done Master Classes in many places I find students need to take time and learn from the Masters and LISTEN. They should go back in history to appreciate ALL styles of jazz and its development. They need to learn melodies and lyrics (yes, even instrumentalists need to know lyrics) and that jazz is not just a series of modes and riffs. I think The Jazz Network can be an excellent tool for that also.
Thank you Jaijai...you are awesome!
~ Lenore Raphael
"Thank you Jaijai for creating a space for the likes of me! I truly enjoy being featured here and really hope it can give me new contacts and opportunities.
Keep up the good work!"
~ Patrick Rydman
Sweden
"The Jazz Network has come into being at just the right time. I believe that we are forever in need of spiritual and artistic enrichment and the way I see it, music, particularly jazz music, is all about the spirit. The Jazz Network allows us to reach out to our fellow artists across the world, in a way that has not been seen before, enlightening us as to who's out there making hip and happening music and helping to shape the culture. Whether artists approach this music from traditional perspectives or attempt to create new and radical sub-genres of jazz, the Jazz Network
is providing exposure, performance and recording opportunities that we might never have found on our own.
The Jazz Network is an amazing resource for the Jazz community. I'm
honored and happy to be a part of it.
Jaijai, thanks for your faith and what you're doing for the jazz community"
Best,
Nicolas
It’s a rare occasion when you meet someone who you feel a real connection to … Someone who possesses a kind spirit, unyielding generosity and a dedication to the jazz community beyond expectations.
Jaijai, thank you so much for creating such a fantastic website for the jazz community. You’ve helped artists connect with each other around the world.
I’m proud to have The Jazz Network be the first site to promote my latest recording. Words cannot express my gratitude to you for your dedication to the music and the artists.
With much love and gratitude,
Denise Donatelli
Hi Jaijai,
Stopping by to show you some love and tell you just how much I appreciate all you've been doing here, not just for me but for this incredible community of jazz musicians. I see that The Jazz Network is growing in leaps and bounds daily and want you to know that I recognize the importance of what's going on here, musicians having a place to connect with each other, young musicians having a place to meet and be mentored by musicians who have been around the block. You've created a beautiful space here and it's obvious that folks are feeling very much at home. Thanks for sharing your time, your heart, your soul. This is a huge commitment and you've taken it on with such determination. I wish you and The Jazz Network continued success and support you in all you're doing.
~ Marcus
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I am honoured by your request man. I was in SA 3 wks ago, in Jo'burg. I plan to come to Cape Town in October coz I assure you, it's one of my very last dream destinations.
Hopefully, I'll also play at the Cape Town Jazz Fest next year;0)
Best regards,
TShaka
Please can you give a look on my page, and tell me if you wish me to send some music ??
Best from Paris
Pascale
Great to meet you. My name is Denis eJordan Walker and I'm a celebrity / jazz music publicist. I represent several top name jazz artists as well as many AWESOME Indy Jazz artist. I would love to get them on your show.
I also created the Candid JAZZBLAST email marketing tool. It's a great way for artists, media, promoters, and jazz consumers to promote their product and stay informed of the latest jazz events.
Please email me directly at: candidjazzads@yahoo.com
Looking forward to hearing from you,
yours in jazz,
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