The Black Coffee Hour

ROBERT MILBY

2009-02-19T09:45:00.000-08:00

A very special thanks to Robert Milby for his appearance on The Black Coffee Hour (& a half!) on Wednesday, February 18. Robert is a very respected poet throughout the Hudson Valley. His book, OPHELIA'S OFFSPRING, was published in 2007. He has two spoken word CDs, REVENANT ECHO (2004) & UNDERGROUND (2009). For more information regarding Robert, please visit his website at WWW.ROBERTMILBY.COM. For a full list of poetry happenings, including Robert's future appearances, please visit WWW.POETZ.COM/HUDSON.

NEW TIME!

2008-11-01T07:46:00.000-07:00

Ladies and gentlemen, the "BLACK COFFEE HOUR (and a half!)" has been pushed back an hour. The new time is Wednesday's from 8:00PM to 9:30PM. Following (finally) will be "The G-Train" with Giacomo Servitti at the helm. Tune in 24-7-365 and Tune Out Your Life!

St. Bernard Project

2008-10-23T19:19:00.000-07:00

Down in New Orleans, there is a group of people rehabing homes in the Saint Bernard Parish. Only 40% of homeowners have returned to claim their homes. Even worse, in the 9th Ward, only 11% of people have returned. Ladies and Gentlemen, THIS IS 3 YEARS LATER! Take the time to do your part for one of the greatest (musical) cities in the United States! Visit WWW.STBERNARDPROJECT.ORG for more information on how you can help.

An Unforseen SURPRISE!

2008-08-20T20:39:00.000-07:00

For those that listened to the show tonight, you may recall me playing the FOO FIGHTERS "Best of You." What you didn't realize is the amazing surprise I got when the music started playing through the speakers. I had purchased the album believing it to be the regular studio recorded version (which is incredible in itself). When the music started playing, I went crazy (in a good way). Lo and behold, A LIVE VERSION! aaaannnnnddd, it was an INCREDIBLE VERSION to boot! I was stoked! Anyway, it's the little things on the air that get me excited! It totally topped off an incredibly fun show and I'm glad you all tuned in to hear it!

This is Ken, signing off...

Cafe Gelati

2008-08-06T20:27:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all for tuning in tonight. Slowly, but surely, we are starting to grow in numbers (support wise). Thank you all so much.

I loved having my nephew with me. It was his first time at a radio station and he seemed to really enjoy himself tonight.

If you have nothing to do tomorrow night, I am playing three acoustic sets at Cafe Gelati in Monroe, NY at 6:00PM, 7:00PM, and 8:00PM. The address is 33 Lake Street. Hope to see you there.

Dancing In The Studio

2008-07-30T21:09:00.000-07:00

My Confession: I sing and dance in the studio while I'm doing a show. Why not? It's the music I love...

Misconception

2008-07-26T18:50:00.000-07:00

A big misconception. Just because you write poetry, does not give you the right to call yourself a poet. Very similar to a writer. Just because you write, does not give you the right to call yourself a writer. So often I encounter these people. It's frustrating to listen to people constantly tell me about themselves. When a person asks me if I'm a writer, I tell them that I enjoy writing. Very simple. Very easy. Just a quick vent.

I've been enjoying my latest sessions inside the "ice box." I had my first technically flawless show this past week. It made me very, very excited. And thanks to all who tune it. It really means a great deal to me.

Creating!

2008-07-11T21:50:00.000-07:00

There is a spurt of creativity brewing in my mind. What happens next? Normally, I fall off the face of the earth and sit quietly in my bedroom typing away at a computer that hasn't seen the internet in 4 years. There is excitement at the possibilities, then the work. What has always stopped me was the fact that I wanted to be done immediately. What keeps me going is the sheer joy of creating. Will it see the light of day? I cannot answer that at this time, but I promise myself that it will be stored away somewhere safe. Got to go, the bedroom is calling! Enjoy next weeks show!

Gone Campin'

2008-07-03T22:28:00.000-07:00

Campin', campin', campin'! There's nothing like it. Give me a choice between sitting on a beach in the Bahamas or camping in Colorado, and I'll choose Colorado any day. (Although, that's not where I'm going camping this weekend.)

To all, have a safe 4th of July weekend. Remember, if you're going to drink, do so responsibly. Get a designated driver or just stay over as a guest!

Thanks to all who tuned in to this past Wednesday's show. I had a great time playing some stuff that I've recently (within the past year) been turned on to. David Ford is a fantastic musician. In concert, he uses MiDi loops to create his sound. If you get a chance, YouTube his name. I promise, the first time you see it, you'll be awed. He's a great musician and lyricist.

I just bought five new album today, so I'm looking forward to working them into my show(s) in the coming weeks. STAY TUNED!

You Think This Is Easy?

2008-06-25T20:33:00.000-07:00

Voice quivering. Stomach fluttering. Palms sweating. And you think this is easy? The nerves took over prior to tonight's show. It's no different than performing in front of people. Sitting in an ice box with no one around. Privately secured away in a 8' by 8' safety net, and STILL, the nerves took over. For the listener, this is a good thing. It means I care. For me, it's just one step closer to that ulcer I've been dreaming about. Regardless, I wouldn't have it any other way. I love it!

Oh, and by the way, please take the time to hug your favorite comedian today. It takes a great deal of courage to make a crowd laugh. The passing of George Carlin is a sad one and he will surely be missed.

The Zen Of Sarcasm

2008-06-21T21:07:00.000-07:00

This is from an e-mail sent to me from my sister, Chrissy. I thought it would be perfect to share with everyone else...ENJOY!

The Zen of Sarcasm

1. Do not walk behind me, for I may not lead. Do not walk ahead of me, for I may not follow. Do not walk beside me either. Just pretty much leave me alone.
2. The journey of a thousand miles begins with a broken fan belt and leaky tire.
3. It's always darkest before dawn. So if you're going to steal your neighbor's newspaper, that's the time to do it.
4. Don't be irreplaceable. If you can't be replaced, you can't be promoted. 5. Always remember that you're unique. Just like everyone else.
6. Never test the depth of the water with both feet.
7. If you think nobody cares if you're alive, try missing a couple of car payments.
8. Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way, when you criticize them, you're a mile away and you have their shoes.
9. If at first you don't succeed, skydiving is probably not for you.
10. Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. Teach him how to fish, and he will sit in a boat and drink beer all day.
11. If you lend someone $20 and never see that person again, it was probably a wise investment.
12. If you tell the truth, you don't have to remember anything.
13. Some days you're the bug; some days you're the windshield.
14. Everyone seems normal until you get to know them.
15. The quickest way to double your money is to fold it in half and put it back in your pocket.
16. A closed mouth gathers no foot.
17. Duct tape is like 'The Force.' It has a light side and a dark side, and it holds the universe together.
18. There are two theories to arguing with women. Neither one works.
19. Generally speaking, you aren't learning much when your lips are moving.
20. Experience is something you don't get until just after you need it.
21. Never miss a good chance to shut up.
22. Never, under any circumstances, take a sleeping pill and a laxative on the same night.

Music Lovers Everywhere!

2008-06-17T20:22:00.000-07:00

"Welcome to the TerrorDome!" Ah, Public Enemy. Where have those years gone? So easily I fell into the mindless set of FM Radio regurgitation that left me craving for something new.

Introducing......RANDORADIO.COM

An alternative the ordinary. I always wondered what it would be like to listen to a radio show that played everything I enjoyed listening to. I never thought it would be possible.

Now, I finally have it. "THE BLACK COFFEE HOUR." The one hour show that I have full control over. All the music I listen to when I have the chance. All the music that plays in the car as I drive to and from work. It's the show I've always wanted to hear. It's essentially the ultimate mix tape for me. And what makes it best, is that I get to play it for you! Ah, the joy, the invigoration, the anxiety, the anything/everything show I've ever wanted.

Tune in to http://www.randoradio.com/ and listen to everything you've ever wanted to hear, but can't get on traditional stations. Learn something, love something, then walk away with a sense of accomplishment!

My name is Ken Pearson and I host "THE BLACK COFFEE HOUR." You can hear me ONLY on RandoRadio.com, Freeform Internet Radio That Melts In Your Ears, And Not On Your Desktop!