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Brad Brooks is a multi-faceted musician, vocalist, and songwriter based in the San Francisco Bay Area, widely recognized for his dynamic performances and creative versatility. He is the owner of Mouth Magic Music, an entertainment company specializing in a range of genres, including jazz, rock, pop, and blues[1]. His musical journey began in childhood, mastering instruments such as guitar, violin, and drums, which laid the foundation for a professional career that has spanned decades[1]. After college, Brooks quickly established himself as a sought-after musician and producer, collaborating with major artists like Mariah Carey, Bruno Mars, and Beyoncé, and earning several industry awards and accolades for his contributions[1]. Brooks has released four solo records since 2000 and is celebrated locally as one of the Bay Area’s finest vocalists and songwriters[4]. His reputation extends beyond solo work; notably, he served as the lead singer in Wayne Kramer’s “We Are All MC5,” a “reanimation” of the iconic proto-punk band MC5, touring and recording new material alongside MC5 classics[5]. This project brought together notable musicians, including drummer Winston Watson and bassist Vicki Randle, and showcased Brooks’ ability to bridge classic and contemporary rock sounds[5]. The band’s album, *Heavy Lifting*, recorded in 2021, was released in October 2025 after delays, with Brooks contributing live vocals on several tracks[5]. In recent years, Brooks has remained active in the Bay Area music scene, both as a performer and a provider of customized musical entertainment for events[1]. His adaptability across genres and commitment to high-quality performances have kept him relevant and respected among peers and audiences alike[1]. While there have been no major public announcements about new projects in 2025, his involvement in *Heavy Lifting* and continued local performances underscore his ongoing influence in the regional music landscape[5]. Brooks’ career reflects a blend of artistic passion, professional achievement, and a dedication to enriching the cultural life of his community.

Luc Cohen is a journalist currently serving as a New York Courts Reporter for Thomson Reuters. He has a background covering legal and political developments, with a focus on high-profile cases. From October 2018 to September 2021, Cohen was the Venezuela Correspondent for Thomson Reuters based in Caracas, where he reported extensively on Venezuela's economy and oil sector, including investigations into how the state oil company PDVSA circumvented U.S. sanctions and the impact of the country's economic crisis on daily life. Before his Venezuela assignment, Cohen worked as the Argentina Correspondent (2016-2018) and Commodities Correspondent (2014-2016) for Thomson Reuters. His earlier experience includes an editorial internship at the Financial Times in 2014 and serving as Editor-in-Chief of The Daily Princetonian during 2013-2014. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs. Notably, Cohen was part of the Reuters team that received the Gerald Loeb Award for their reporting on the collapse and arrest of Sam Bankman-Fried, founder of FTX, a major cryptocurrency exchange. As of early 2025, he covers civil and criminal cases involving former U.S. President Donald Trump, reflecting his ongoing role in high-profile legal journalism. His career highlights demonstrate expertise in international reporting, commodities, and legal affairs, with significant contributions to investigative journalism and court coverage in the United States[1][3][4].