Columbus Vibes

A year ago, a fresh faced happy 18 year old's life was cut short by tragedy. Leigh, a 2011 New Albany High School graduate on her way to The Ohio State University to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a nurse was murdered at her home August 2011 by her boyfriend Juvon Williams.   Last year, we had the priviledge of speaking to her parents, Celeste LaCour Belyn and Terri Bob (Founder of The Ark Band) about the incident.  This year, we follow up to assess how they've coped, only to realize that while this tragedy has inspired a new sense of purpose in both their lives, the pain of such a loss still runs tremendously deep even now.  It is our privledge to present this podcast, cheers.

The Conspiracy band is an amazing local cover band that seemlessly blends the oldschool with the contemporary to produce a groove that dares not to keep up and dance! Biography In the 20+ years of its exciting career, The Conspiracy Band has exploded from a local favorite to the best party band in its region. This talented, energetic, professional group performs throughout Ohio and has been booked in such cities as New York, Miami, Pittsburgh, and Louisville. And what do they perform? Sinatra to Earth, Wind and Fire...Aretha to Bonnie Raitt... Stevie Wonder to Sly and the Family Stone... The Conspiracy Band elevates any event to a memorable occasion. Not only does the musicianship soar, but the group's manager is noted for his attention to detail. Learning new songs and planning the evening are part of the service.   MEMBERS OF THE CONSPIRACY BAND INCLUDE: Rodney Sutton ( vocals ) Brian Coon ( sax ) Dave Miller ( trumpet ) Kie Watkins ( trombone ) Jim Lynch ( lead guitar/vocals ) Tony Shepherd ( bass guitar/vocals) Billy Hawthorne ( drums ) Chris Grays ( keyboards ) Vanessa Jones ( vocals ) Mandi Gage ( vocals ) Patti Lach (Vocals) Joseph Moorer ( rap/vocals ) sound- Devern Winbush-( SmallSounds Inc. ) WEBSITE: http://www.theconspiracyband.com/ FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/TheConspiracyBandColumbusOhio   CREDITS The 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit concert was produced by Eric Jones, Thank you. Special Thanks also to... Pamela Bennington for organizing the 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit Concert Strategies Against Violence Everywhere (S.A.V.E) Kurt Monnier and Listening Lamp Productions Thanks to Woodlands Tavern for hosting such an amazing show Big thanks to the Columbus community for supporting 'Musicians Against Violence' check out www.bustownmusic.blogspot.com for more photos, videos & podcasts of amazing artists in Central Ohio

The Flex Crew has been a staple for Live reggae music in Columbus, Ohio for years! Describing themselves as a "versatile and high energy band with a genius array of musical styles", there is indeed nowhere else to hear "...a comparable mix of Funk, Rhythm and Blues, Soul, Hip Hop and Reggae’s Lover’s Rock, Roots and Dancehall styles."  BusTown Music is proud to present The Flex Crew Live at the 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit Concert!   Enjoy!!   Click Here to Download  'MUSICIANS AGAINST VIOLENCE' BENEFIT CONCERT: The Flex Crew and more FREE! Catch The Flex Crew every sunday nights @ Skully's Music Diner The Flex Crew Live 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit concert was masterfully mixed by Pete Funk of Roots High Power Sounds & Roots Records The 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit concert was produced by Brian Cunningham & Eric Jones, Thank you.   Special Thanks also to... LPI Entertainment for organizing the 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit Concert Strategies Against Violence Everywhere (S.A.V.E) Kurt Monnier and Listening Lamp Productions Thanks to Woodlands Tavern for hosting such an amazing show Big thanks to the Columbus community for supporting 'Musicians Against Violence' check out www.bustownmusic.blogspot.com for more photos, videos & podcasts of amazing artists in Central Ohio

Biography "Unbelievable bass guitarist and singer Danyel Morgan is moving to the next level. Danyel is a self-taught bass guitarist and vocalist from Columbus, Ohio. As a child, Danyel was influenced by his father and began playing the bass with family members and gospel groups at the age of five. The first song he ever played was "Love & Happiness" by Al Green. Danyel also remembers his youthful days listening to his idol Stanley Clarke. Around 2000, Danyel left Ohio to play and sing along with Warner recording artist Robert Randolph and the Family Band. The band has released two successful albums, which Danyel has either written or co-written and performed vocals on most of the songs including the 2003 Grammy Award-winning song entitled "Blind Boy of Alabama" and the two-time 2004 Grammy nominated song "Squeeze," which is the source music for a video game. The Family Band's Unclassified album won a 2004 Dove Award, and they performed at the 2004 Grammy Awards. Danyel along with the band has toured the United States and Europe with Dave Matthews, Carlos Santana, Eric Clapton, The Neptunes, The Roots, John Mayer and many others. He has been featured on VH1, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show, Austin City Limits, The Grammys, MTV and many others. Danyel has proven to be the show stopper and takes the audience to another level. He was even recruited by Eric Clapton and Carlos Santana to perform as a part of their stage show. Now with so much experience under his belt, Danyel is working on his solo project that he wants and hopes the world will enjoy." Yamaha.com/artist   Ladies & Gents, BusTown Music is proud to present Danyel Morgan and The Monsters LIVE @ The 'Musicians Against Violence' benefit concert, Enjoy!   Click Here to Download  'MUSICIANS AGAINST VIOLENCE' BENEFIT CONCERT: Danyel Morgan and more FREE!  The 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit concert was masterfully produced by Brian Cunningham & Eric Jones, Thank you. Special Thanks also to... LPI Entertainment for organizing the 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit Concert Strategies Against Violence Everywhere (S.A.V.E) Kurt Monnier and Listening Lamp Productions Thanks to Woodlands Tavern for hosting such an amazing show Big thanks to the Columbus community for supporting 'Musicians Against Violence'

The A.A.R.M.S Band describe themselves as The eventual coming together of former members of some of Ohio's best reggae bands (the Spectre, the Delroys, the Decals, the Ark Band).  The core of the A.A.R.M.S. Band came together in '99. First playing under their current name in '03, they've opened for legends such as Culture, Morgan Heritage, Sizzla, the Skatalites, Roberta Flack, and even Jimmy Buffet. Enjoy! The 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit concert was masterfully produced by Brian Cunningham & Eric Jones, Thank you.   Special Thanks also to... LPI Entertainment for organizing the 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit Concert Strategies Against Violence Everywhere (S.A.V.E) Kurt Monnier and Listening Lamp Productions Thanks to Woodlands Tavern for hosting such an amazing show Big thanks to the Columbus community for supporting 'Musicians Against Violence'

Demolition Crew is a wonderful reggae and ska band out of Dayton, Ohio.  Composed of Stan Middleton, Ciam, Simba, Danny Sauers, Basim Blunt, Curtis Sanford - with a little help from Ras Ed, Honey West Baba Kuti & B-Hawk- Demolition Crew blends "...hard driving horns, vocals both ruff & smoov, silky bass lines and the ever-beating earth pulse that is Reggae and Ska Music."    Check it out! Show some love & 'Like' Demolition Crew on Facebook Check out Demolition Crew on Myspace! The 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit concert was masterfully produced by Brian Cunningham & Eric Jones, Thank you. Special Thanks also to... LPI Entertainment for organizing the 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit Concert Strategies Against Violence Everywhere (S.A.V.E) Kurt Monnier and Listening Lamp Productions Thanks to Woodlands Tavern for hosting such an amazing show Big thanks to the Columbus community for supporting 'Musicians Against Violence'

Listen to amazing live music from the 'Musicians against Violence' benefit concert. Featuring some of the most Amazing Reggae bands in central Ohio!We start off with Mark Hunter of The Ark Band!EnjoyThe 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit concert was masterfully produced by Brian Cunningham & Eric Jones, Thank you.Special Thanks also to...LPI Entertainment for organizing the 'Musicians Against Violence' Benefit ConcertStrategies Against Violence Everywhere (S.A.V.E)Kurt Monnier and Listening Lamp ProductionsThanks to Woodlands Tavern for hosting such an amazing showBig thanks to the Columbus community for supporting 'Musicians Against Violence'

Dear Friends,   Thanks for joining us for a special coverage of 'Musicians Against Violence' benefit concert.  This event celebrates the amazing life of Leigh Belyn, daughter of Celeste Lacour and Terry Bob (founder of The Ark Band) The Ark band has been a staple in the local reggae music scene for over 20 years, and so not only do we- as human beings come together tonight in oppostion to such a tragic event, but we also embrace our brother and friend of the Community with our condolences and solidarity to such a painful plight.  Terry, Celeste, we love you for your courage and we thank you for being a part of the Columbus Community,   Your Friends @ BusTown Music.