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AG 24-07: Doo Wop Sings Standards, 2/12/2024
From: WFIU
Series: Afterglow
Caption: The Platters
Jazz standards like “Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” and “A Sunday Kind of Love” are not just for singers like Frank Sinatra. This week, we’ll hear the Gr...

  • Added: Jan 31, 2024
  • Length: 59:00
AG 24-06: The Dynamic Dakota Staton, 2/5/2024
From: WFIU
Series: Afterglow
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This week on Afterglow, we take a listen to the work of jazz vocalist Dakota Staton, famous for her work on Capitol Records in the 1950s, including...

  • Added: Jan 29, 2024
  • Length: 59:00
Full Moon Hacksaw #1929 (Hour 1 & 2) - 01/18/2024
From: KRDP
Series: Full Moon Hacksaw
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We wanna route our path as we are “Chasing Horizons” with trumpeter Fred Forney and his sax man Brice Winston. The latter appeared at the 2024 Tucs...

Bought by KJZX-Austin, KMXT, Raven Radio, KRZA, Northwest Public Broadcasting and more


  • Added: Jan 16, 2024
  • Length: 02:00:02
  • Purchases: 12
AG 24-05: The Two Williams: Spencer and Clarence, 1/29/2024
From: WFIU
Series: Afterglow
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This week on Afterglow, we explore the songs of two unrelated black jazz composers from the early 20th century: Spencer Williams and Clarence Willi...

  • Added: Jan 16, 2024
  • Length: 59:00
AG 24-03: Starry Eyed, 1/15/2024
From: WFIU
Series: Afterglow
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Stars have always been an inspiration for songwriters, and this week on Afterglow, we’ll explore those Stardust melodies written by Hoagy Carmichae...

  • Added: Jan 03, 2024
  • Length: 59:00
AG 24-02: Country And Western Sounds In Jazz and Pop Music, 1/8/2024
From: WFIU
Series: Afterglow
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This week on Afterglow, I’ll explore the influence of country music on jazz and traditional pop songs from the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. We’ll hear coun...

  • Added: Jan 02, 2024
  • Length: 59:00
Christmas at The Night Cafe 2023
From: Will Duchon
Series: The Night Cafe
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The annual holiday event, complete with Christmas jazz vocals and greetings from Night Cafe listeners.

  • Added: Dec 26, 2023
  • Length: 01:00:04
Those Who Died in 2023
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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Every year, we take the final show and say a thank you and raise a glass to the musicians who passed. This is that show.

Bought by KSRQ, KHNS, KWIT, The Bear 91.3, KUCA-FM, KTRL and more


  • Added: Dec 24, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 7
New Year's Daze (Vol.7)
From: Brian Aust
Series: WoodWarbler's JazzGrass Radio Show
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An ending and a beginning, all over again with a unique set of bluegrass, jazz and that connective sonic tissue in between.

  • Added: Dec 19, 2023
  • Length: 01:57:46
#23-53 Orion Weiss Carnival of the Animals
From: All Classical Public Media
Series: Played In Oregon
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Pianist Orion Weiss plays (and narrates!) Carnival of the Animals

Bought by GCR (Global Community Radio), Rhythm & News Service, WCNY, RadioFreePalmer, KPOV and more


  • Added: Dec 18, 2023
  • Length: 58:30
  • Purchases: 7
Presents at Chanukah
From: Mississippi Public Broadcasting
Series: Sounds Jewish
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Let's hope that Chanukah has left folks with good memories and at least a few amazing gifts. Tune in to the next Sounds Jewish radio show for Jewis...

Bought by WLPR


  • Added: Dec 15, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 1
AG 24-01: Over The Rainbow: The Yip Harburg Songbook, 1/1/2024
From: WFIU
Series: Afterglow
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E.Y. “Yip” Harburg wrote words to some of the most memorable songs in American culture, including “Over The Rainbow” and “It’s Only A Paper Moon” a...

  • Added: Dec 14, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
THE 2023 MUSICIANS MEMORIAL SPECIAL
From: Paul Ingles
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For the 7th year straight, music specials producer Paul Ingles offers the thoughtful, heart-felt, year-end compendium program that allows us all to...

Bought by WORT, Spokane Public Radio, KUFM - Montana Public Radio, WUSF, WHCP-LP Cambridge and more


  • Added: Dec 12, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 40
Lost Christmas Songs (updated for 2023)
From: PJ Ewing
Series: Lester the Nightfly
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I would really like to keep score on how many of these Lost Christmas Songs I have collected for you. At least the ones you actually recognize. Add...

Bought by KSRQ and WGZS


  • Added: Dec 10, 2023
  • Length: 58:26
  • Purchases: 2
AG 23-52: Moonlight Serenades, 12/25/2023
From: WFIU
Series: Afterglow
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We’re looking up at the moon this week, exploring jazz standards all about our lunar companion, like “Fly Me To The Moon,” “Moon River,” and many m...

  • Added: Dec 08, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
AG 23-51: Holiday Rarities!, 12/18/2023
From: WFIU
Series: Afterglow
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For Afterglow’s annual winter holiday show, we’ll explore some less familiar holiday gems from classic singers, including “Santa Claus Got Stuck In...

  • Added: Dec 07, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
Salt Lick Sessions: Holiday Showcase
From: Salt Lick Incubator
Series: Salt Lick Sessions
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Salt Lick Sessions artists cover your favorite and soon-to-be-favorite holiday music! Host Beane showcases their fresh and sometimes moving takes o...

  • Added: Dec 05, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
#23-50 Portland Chamber Orchestra Starburst
From: All Classical Public Media
Series: Played In Oregon
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Performances from Portland Chamber Orchestra's season opening concert, "Starburst", celebrating music director Yacov Bergman.

Bought by RadioFreePalmer, KPOV, GCR (Global Community Radio), Rhythm & News Service, WCNY and more


  • Added: Dec 04, 2023
  • Length: 58:30
  • Purchases: 7
AG 23-50: Boppin’ With Bob Dorough, 12/11/2023
From: WFIU
Series: Afterglow
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We’re celebrating the 100th birthday of bebop vocalist Bob Dorough, listening to some of his hip jazz tunes like “Devil May Care” and “Comin’ Home ...

  • Added: Dec 01, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
Courtney Burton and the Minnesota Jazz Chamber Orchestra Swings the Holiday Season
From: KBEM
Series: Minnesota Music Profiles
Caption: Courtney Burton, Credit: Tera Gerardin
Vocalist Courtney Burton and the Minnesota Jazz Chamber Orchestra perform distinctive holiday shows. In a conversation with Phil Nusbaum, Courtney ...

  • Added: Nov 30, 2023
  • Length: 08:00
Courtney Burton and the Minnesota Jazz Chamber Orchestra Swings the Holiday Season at Brianno’s Chart House in Lakeville, Thursday December 21
From: KBEM
Series: Twin Cities Weekend
Caption: Courtney Burton, Credit: Tera Gerardin
Vocalist Courtney Burton leads the Minnesota Jazz Chamber Orchestra in four holiday shows this season. Catch the act at 7pm Thursday December 21 at...

  • Added: Nov 30, 2023
  • Length: 08:00
La Divina: Maria Callas at 100
From: WRTI
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A celebration of soprano Maria Callas's voice, life, and legacy in honor of her centennial.

Bought by WCLV and Interlochen Public Radio


  • Added: Nov 21, 2023
  • Length: 58:30
  • Purchases: 2
#23-48 PCSO Grace & Action
From: All Classical Public Media
Series: Played In Oregon
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The Portland Columbia Symphony plays Beethoven 7 and music by Jennifer Higdon

Bought by KPOV, Rhythm & News Service, WCNY, RadioFreePalmer, GCR (Global Community Radio) and more


  • Added: Nov 20, 2023
  • Length: 58:30
  • Purchases: 7
AG 23-49: Frank and Nelson, 12/4/2023
From: WFIU
Series: Afterglow
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We’re celebrating Frank Sinatra’s birthday by exploring his musical partnership with the great arranger Nelson Riddle, including their work on icon...

  • Added: Nov 17, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
Thanksgiving Tunes
From: Mississippi Public Broadcasting
Series: Sounds Jewish
Caption: Sounds Jewish logo with star of David
Sounds Jewish prepares for Thanksgiving with a global playlist of Jewish songs and shtick about gratitude, blessings, hospitality -- and dinner.

Bought by Angelica Community Radio and WLPR


  • Added: Nov 17, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 2

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