http://henhousestudios.com A independent record label and documentary film company in Venice, California bringing you independently produced multi media. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 19:48:20 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en JOHN ROGERS LOS ANGELES (AP) — Poetry readings have always been a blast for S.A. Griffin, but the tour that the venerable Los Angeles poet plans this spring may be his most explosive. This time the author of such collections as "Unborn Again" and "One Long Naked Dance" will be packing his ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3375 "City Streets" from Ellyn Maybe's Rodeo for the Sheepish Video Randi Malkin http://henhousestudios.com/ ///This video was a contribution to Ellyn's online zine www.rodeowrite.com ...please visit and contribute your own work to the Rodeo! http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3343 The Pedestal Magazine Reviews Ellyn Maybe's Rodeo for the Sheepish Reviewer: JoSelle Vanderhooft Of all the things I review for Pedestal, spoken word CDs are my favorite, both because of their rarity (few poets, after all, have the resources to put one together) and the ingenuity with which they blend visual art, ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3334 Henry Rollins writes "Ellyn Maybe is an irresistible force. To read or listen to her poetry is to be gently and completely crushed while simultaneously inspired and charmed. The honesty with which she so exquisitely reveals her vulnerabilities, desires and pain is beautiful and rare. Rodeo for the Sheepish has so ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3274 I've never been that big of an advocate of "oral" poetry (in fact it suggested sex to my dirty mind).  Nor did I care that much for "voice" or "performance" poetry, which always suggested to me a way to present otherwise dull poetry where everyone bows their head to ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3316 By Bob Holman & Margery Snyder About.com Guide (Hen House Studios, 2009) Ellyn Maybe got her moniker because she was too shy to commit when she signed up for the open mic list—“Ellyn,” she’d write, “maybe.” She’s an LA phenomenon, published by Henry Rollins, the lovechild of Gertrude Stein and Allen ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3305 Hen House Studios Interview with Poet Michael C Ford - #2 Michael C Ford was born on the Illinois side of Lake Michigan and is a Grammy/Pulitzer Prizepoet . His debut spoken word vinyl {on SST} LANGUAGE COMMANDO earned a Grammy nomination in 1986. His book of Selected Poems EMERGENCY EXITS was ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3300 Hen House Studios Interview with Poet Michael C Ford - #1 Michael C Ford was born on the Illinois side of Lake Michigan and is a Grammy/Pulitzer Prizepoet . His debut spoken word vinyl {on SST} LANGUAGE COMMANDO earned a Grammy nomination in 1986. His book of Selected Poems EMERGENCY EXITS was ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3297 Ellyn Maybe and Tommy C. Jordan Ride in a 'Rodeo for the Sheepish' Poet Ellyn Maybe talks about her new album of spoken word fused with music. I had never heard of Ellyn Maybe before a chance meeting in Los Angeles. Shame on me, considering her poetry pedigree is practically second ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3267 Hen House Studios Podcast Interview with Metis Cole with Bravo and Second Son Raised in New York City and Los Angeles, Metis Cole brings a true bi-coastal flavor to his music. He started making beats and writing lyrics as a young teenager. In fact, Metis has been teaming up with Second ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3251 Hen House Studios Podcast Interview with Lonnie Marshall of Weapon of Choice Lonnie Marshall is the songwriter, lead vocalist and bass player for his band, Weapon of Choice. Lonnie was voted one of the top five bassists in the 1996 issue of Bass Player Magazine, Funk category. Lonnie Marshall has performed on ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3226 Hen House Studios Podcast Interview with Maria Vidal Maria Vidal is an internationally renowned artist, who’s hit single "Body Rock" reached no.8 on the US dance charts, and no.11 in the UK. Maria was originally a founding member of the band, Desmond Child & Rouge and Desmond wrote the hit single ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3223 Hen House Studios Podcast Interview with Door's Drummer John Densmore #2 An original and founding member of the musical group “The Doors”. John Densmore co-produced and wrote eight gold albums and toured the United States, Europe and Japan. His autobiography, “Riders on the Storm”, was on the New York Times bestseller ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3184 Hen House Studios Podcast Interview with Door's Drummer John Densmore #1 An original and founding member of the musical group “The Doors”. John Densmore co-produced and wrote eight gold albums and toured the United States, Europe and Japan. His autobiography, “Riders on the Storm”, was on the New York Times bestseller ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3183 Hen House Studios Podcast It Might Not Be Poetry #1 - Host Michael C Ford Why call this radio show “It Might Not Be Poetry”? Because it suggest that what we will be doing here might just not be what we have learned to accept as the narrow standard the poetry establishment ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3140 Hen House Studios Podcast with Reggae Band ISoulJahs Santa Ana, California is the home to the roots reggae sounds of Isouljahs. The group was formed in 1992 by band members Mikey Gamboa and Edgar Gonzalez. Mikey is on lead vocals and rhythm guitar and Edgar plays the drums. Isouljahs also features ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3132 Hen House Studios Podcast with Rock Funk Band House Brew House Brew is a seven-piece band with a horn section. They are best described as a groovy funky dance blend with a vast repertoire of styles and sounds.They can be mellow or extremely up-beat, switching and using different instruments to fit ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3123 Hen House Studios Podcast with Producer and Hen House Director Harlan Steinberger and Engineer Tin Mon Founded in 2001, Hen House Studios is an independent record label, and documentary film/video production company located in Venice, California. During the first five years of the company’s existence, Hen House recorded bands for free in ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3118 Hen House Studios Podcast with Pop Punk Band Freelance Fatal Charm Fatal Charm emerged from the echoing halls and banging locker doors of a Los Angeles high school in 1996. Orlando Ravelo and singer / guitarist George Nakhla joined with classmates Steven De Luna on bass and Michael La Penza on ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3109 Hen House Studios Podcast with Surf Band Freelance Johnson Freelance Johnson has attitude. An attitude that is everything surf culture embraces. What really matters is the next big wave, bong hits and beautiful girls. Their lead singer “Crash” is an avid surfer who can be frequently found at the breakwater at ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3097 Hen House Studios Podcast with Percussionist Adam Rudolph Adam Rudolph, born and raised in Chicago, received music degrees from Oberlin College and California Institute of the Arts. He is now an accomplished master percussionist and has been studying music and rhythms from around the globe. Adam plays everything from congas and ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3090 Hen House Studios Podcast with Singer/Actor/Indian Activist Floyd Red Crow Westerman Floyd Red Crow Westerman is a world renown Native American (Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate Dakota) actor, singer, songwriter and advocate. Born in 1936, Westerman is perhaps best remembered for his roles as elder / leader Ten Bear in Dances With Wolves, Albert ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3072 Hen House Studios Podcast with Singer Fannie Franklin Fanny Franklin knows all about Hen House Studios. She sang with Trulio Disgracias, Double G, House Brew and Lonnie Marshall. Now Fanny is doing her own thing, creating a handful of wonderful songs that The Hen House truly enjoyed, full of rich midranges, ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3056 Hen House Studios Podcast with Funk Band Capital Pusher -A very hip local band, Capital Pusher, preaches love and funk to the world. Formed in 1997 by lead singer / bassist Nick Richetta, this band has been selling out shows for years. Nick teamed up with vocalist / keyboard player Rual ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3039 Hen House Studios Podcast with Trevy Felix of the Reggae Band Boom Shaka -Based in Southern California, Boom Shaka is keeping roots reggae music alive and well. Founded just after the peak 80’s reggae Renaissance (lead by such notables as Black Uhuru and UB40, by singer/songwriter Trevy Felix, Boom Shaka has ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3027 Hen House Studios Podcast with Baba Alade Live #2 -Baba Alade grew up in Watts, California and approaches his folk/ blues from his urban roots, armed with Banjo in hand. Baba is a poetic wordsmith who sings of love, lost and found through sweet melodies that resonate in your mind. While ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/3000 Hen House Studios Podcast with Baba Alade Live #1 -Baba Alade grew up in Watts, California and approaches his folk/ blues from his urban roots, armed with Banjo in hand. Baba is a poetic wordsmith who sings of love, lost and found through sweet melodies that resonate in your mind. While ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/2998 Hen House Studios Podcast with Baba Alade #2 -Baba Alade grew up in Watts, California and approaches his folk/ blues from his urban roots, armed with Banjo in hand. Baba is a poetic wordsmith who sings of love, lost and found through sweet melodies that resonate in your mind. While the ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/2996 Hen House Studios Podcast with Baba Alade #1 -Baba Alade grew up in Watts, California and approaches his folk/ blues from his urban roots, armed with Banjo in hand. Baba is a poetic wordsmith who sings of love, lost and found through sweet melodies that resonate in your mind. While the ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/2986 Hen House Studios Podcast with Aya Peard -Aya Peard’s latest project was a reunion of sorts for this group of very talented musicians. Singer/songwriter Aya Peard assembled Phremyl, even though the group hadn’t played together in over five years. Aya’s music is finding a wider and wider audience (including Nickelodeon’s ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/2958 Hen House Studios Podcast with Andy Tubman -Andy Tubman creates music is beautiful, inspiring and heart-felt. With an impressive range, his style slips fluidly from late-night at the bar rock ballads where you can feel the heat from the amps to soft horns and melodious guitars deftly woven into lyrical fabric ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/2900   New Release • Maria Vidal - Living In Radical Radiance (CD/Mp3): Living in Radical Radiance from Maria Vidal combines her powerful vocals, soul–satisfying melodies and an enduring passion for making music into an emotional, musical collage. Written and composed by Vidal, Radical Radiance was recorded in her solid pink Santa Monica ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/1681 If you like our web site and would like us to design, construct and manage one for you please contact us. We specialize in creating affordable web sites that express your company's vision and are easy to maintain. Hen House designed web sites provide a easy backend user platform where if ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/1511 Production facility includes: State of the art recording studio Video production kit (lights, cameras etc.) Post production services (video and audio) In house experienced producers, engineers and editors All these services are available for hire. Rates are negotiable. If you would more information about these services please contact us. References available upon request. http://henhousestudios.com/archives/1497 We are working hard on preparing the new CD art work and packaging from singer Maria Vidal entitled "Radical Radiance" and expect to have the CD available here on the world wide web in the next few weeks. Maria Vidal is an internationally renowned singer/song writer who’s hit single “Body Rock” ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/1299 It has been a extremely busy time here at Hen House Studios. We are presently producing an online TV show about the music scene here in Venice, California and are recording a poetry record with poet Ellyn Maybe. More information on the release date of these projects coming soon. Mean ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/886 Yes, its that time of year and I felt the need to share a video a friend sent yesterday. It brought a big smile to my face as it reminded me the power music has for bringing people together. ONE HEART! http://henhousestudios.com/archives/864 Yes another Hen House Video from indie singer Shannon Hurley who was recently named one of Rolling Stone’s top 25 artists on MySpace, singer-songwriter Shannon Hurley is making good on their word.This Indiana-born musician has been playing music all her life, being brought up in a family of singers. Picking ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/791 Went over to John's house recently to help him make this important video about the election. http://henhousestudios.com/archives/370 Please join us at the upcoming fundraising screening of Fred Wiseman's most-excellent documentary film, HOSPITAL, on October 23rd, 8pm at the REDCAT Theater (Disney Hall, LA).  Time Magazine called this rarely screened, Emmy award winning film, best documentary of the year in 1969... and it is still hauntingly real in ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/357 I wanted to check back in with you all as its been a while since I have posted. Thanks for your continued support and for coming back and visiting our web site. We have posted 3 more "Hen House Studios Live" TV shows. Check back often as we hope to have ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/353 Episodes 1-5 of our nationally syndicated music TV show featuring band interviews, videos and musical performances from the Hen House Artists now available for viewing. Start HERE and watch the hilarious trailer with the band Freelance Johnson. More shows coming soon! http://henhousestudios.com/archives/344 We at Hen House Studios will be dropping new Mp3 (s) for your listening pleasure all summer long! To be kept abreast of these new songs please be sure to join our NEWSLETTER (Use the signup window located at the bottom right at www.HenHouseStudios.com) Our latest downloads from Aya Peard and ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/343 Newsletter #1 - May 28, 2008 Newsletter #2 - June 16, 2006 Newsletter #3 - November 3, 2008 Newsletter #4 - June 1, 2009 http://henhousestudios.com/archives/328 We are proud to release the new single from the incredible singer songwriter Maria Vidal. Many of you may remember Maria’s big international “hit single “Body Rock” which reached #8 on the US dance charts and #11 in the UK. Maria’s latest track “GREEN” is an environmentally conscience song. Here’s what ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/318 After much struggle and strife we have finally revamped the site. There are many new features and improved user abilities. Our personal favorite is just under way and is worth checking out. Its a new mp3 download payment system where you pay what you want for selected Hen House Studios ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/58 Hen House Studios is happy to announce that our CD entitled “Floyd Red Crow Westerman – A Tribute to Johnny Cash” won the prestigious “Native American Music Award”. Our only regret is that we didn’t have the time to attend the awards in Niagara Falls, New York. Here is what ... http://henhousestudios.com/archives/57