Episode Synopsis "Chris Cortez: One of the most familiar and humble voices in the Bay reminds us to keep love in our hearts"

Chris Cortez is the host of Midday Jazz on KCSM for 25 years, drummer and bandleader of SF legends Native Elements and owner of Nice N Up Studio. On this episode Chris shares his invaluable perspective, love and positivity in a much needed time. More on Chris and Native Elements https://www.reverbnation.com/nativeelements and Robin Applewood at https://www.robinapplewood.com. Please consider becoming a supporter of the podcast and music professionals that lost their work during the pandemic at https://anchor.fm/robin-applewood/support.

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