Best Business Community Leader: Khalid Acheckzai

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Khalid Acheckzai, president and CEO of Poppy Bank, was voted best community business leader in the North Bay based on his unwavering community support and provision of economic and social opportunity throughout the North Bay. Acheckzai’s connection

Brian May introduces the Star Fleet Project players

UMe/Courtesy of Queen Brian May has shared another video giving insight into his 1983 side band Star Fleet Project, this time introducing folks to his bandmates, Eddie Van Halen, Alan Gratzer, Phil Chen and Fred Mandel. In the clip, May calls Van Halen “a phenomenon,” sharing that they

Paul Simon sells Simon & Garfunkel royalty rights to BMG

Ian Gavan/Getty Images Paul Simon has made another catalog deal. The two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer has sold the royalty rights to his Simon & Garfunkel music to BMG. The deal also includes neighboring rights income, which refers to the

Best Nonprofit Organization: Redwood Empire Food Bank

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The Redwood Empire Food Bank holds a strong presence in Sonoma County and surrounding communities. The barrels with the green-and-white apple logo can be found in many local grocery stores, and the large trucks are spotted throughout

New box set highlights Jeff Beck power trio Beck, Bogert & Appice

ATCO/Rhino A new box set will celebrate the music of Beck, Bogert & Appice, the power trio made up of legendary guitarist Jeff Beck, bassist/singer Tim Bogert and drummer/singer Carmine Appice. Live In Japan 1973, Live In London 1974 is dedicated to Beck,