This week on The Desert Scene with Bonnie G., award-winning host Jeff Barnett returns to discuss his upcoming Movie Magic show at Revolution Stage Company on September 6th at 7:30 pm, highlighting the organic process of building the show with a talented cast. The group blends diverse personalities and vocal styles, including harmonies, to create a dynamic performance. Barnett shares his background, from his start in high school theater to his professional work, including his involvement in an AIDS benefit. The show promises a mix of familiar and lesser-known songs, inviting the audience on a musical journey. The cabaret features Charles Herrera, Kim Schroeder Long, Heather Joy, and accompaniment by Stephen Hulsey.

Bonnie G welcomes Brad Mercer to The Desert Scene, highlighting his multi-talented career in radio, music, and movies. Brad's weekly radio show, Brad Mercer's Bands and Fans, has been running for 11 years and features unsigned and newly signed indie country rock artists. His band, Brad Mercer and The Profile, performs classic rock and original music locally. And, Brad's movie music includes Ride to Justice and A Sense of Stranger, with notable actors like Michael Fassbender and Neil McDonough. Hear about his song I'm Coming Home which has received praise from legendary The Beatles artist Paul McCartney, leading to potential collaboration, which he talks about in his conversation with Bonnie. Listeners can find more information on Brad's website, theprofileband.com.

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes Colonel Mark Johnson, USArmy (Ret.) to chat about his new book Scars and Strife. Johnson tells us how his own personal experience with PTSD and as a judge presiding over veteran treatment court inspired his writing.

To contact Col. Johnson, email: mejohnsonauthor@gmail.com