MUSIC NEWS: Amy Ray chats with Brian on her way to the airport (Aired: September 8, 2022)

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Amy Ray was at the airport getting ready to fly to Sonoma County for tonight’s Indigo Girls show at the Green Music Center. She spoke with Brian about the queer country movement, upcoming IG projects and more.

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March 27, 2023

Sam Chase visits with Brian for Morning Music (Aired: March 24, 2023)

Sam Chase, musically known as THE Sam Chase stopped in for a chat with Brian. He talked about his great band the Untraditional and their latest release “You Call This an Album." Sam shared some live tunes and let slip his upcoming nuptuals!

March 20, 2023

MUSIC NEWS: Lindsay Gang makes her radio debut on Morning Music (Aired: March 16, 2023)

Lindsay Gang is a young artist from Northern California who has traveled around building ideas for songs since she was a teenager. Her first radio appearance happened with Brian today in Studio A. She was a little nervous at first but performed like a champ!

March 20, 2023

MUSIC NEWS: Ian Jones and Kathy O'Donnell Visit with Brian on Morning Music (Aired: March 17, 2023)

Ian Jones is a talkative singer-songwriter from Seattle. He has a great new album “Results Not Typical” due on 4/7. He suffered through our fundraiser and even donated a personally signed vinyl copy for a donation. Listen to his stories and songs on this session. Kathy O'Donel was also part of the…

March 09, 2023

MUSIC NEWS: Kathy Mattea chats with Brian on Morning Music (Aired: March 9, 2023)

Kathy Mattea has returned to her West Virginia roots to take over hosting duties at Mountain Stage. KRCB has aired this program for many years, and it can be heard on Mondays at 10:00 pm. Photo credit: Reto Sterchi, via NPR

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March 01, 2023

MUSIC NEWS: Chris Pierce chats with Brian during Morning Music (Aired: March 1, 2023)

Chris Pierce could be dubbed a modern troubadour. While considering himself a folksinger, he also writes and plays with blues and rock sensibilities. A native of Southern California, he has been able to have his music placed in television and movies. To top it all off he makes wine! He spoke with…

February 16, 2023

MUSIC NEWS: Misner & Smith join Brian for Morning Music (Aired: February 15, 2023)

Sam Misner and Megan Smith have been performing their original tunes and beautiful harmonies in the North Bay for many years. In fact, Sam grew up in Sonoma County. They recently returned to Studio A to sing and chat with Brian, their first visit since the pandemic. They are recording a new album…

Jan 10, 2023

MUSIC NEWS: Folksinger John McCutcheon Joins Brian for Morning Music (Aired: January 9, 2023)

Folksinger John McCutcheon comes to Northern California most every January. The renowned artist has almost 50 years of traveling under his belt,…

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Dec 09, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: David Luning joins Brian for Morning Music (Aired: December 9, 2022)

Our good friend David Luning came in to visit Studio A to fill us in on his recent doings and to talk about his annual shows at Hopmonk Sebastopol.

Oct 27, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Andrea Von Kampen chats with Brian (Aired: October 27, 2022)

Andrea Von Kampen is a songwriter from Nebraska. She sings beautifully and is starring in her first film role. Filmed in Sicily, the movie “A Chance…

Sep 30, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Brian spends some high time with Nikki Lane (Aired: September 30, 2022)

Nikki Lane is a firecracker. She says what she means and has zero f*%#s to give. Brian shares his story of their reunion and Nikki talks about…

Sep 28, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Witty and gracious Loudon Wainwright III chats with Brian (Aired: September 28, 2022)

Loudon Wainwright III has been part of the soundtrack of our lives for fifty years. From “Dead Skunk” to his latest “Lifetime Achievement," his songs…

Sep 21, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Julian Lage dials up Brian's Morning Music show (Aired: September 20, 2022)

Julian Lage is an internationally recognized jazz guitarist. Born In Santa Rosa, Julian first became known through a short documentary when he was…

Sep 07, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Will Hoge chats with Brian for Morning Music (Aired: September 7, 2022)

Will Hoge is a rare breed in Nashville, a native. His new release “Wings on my Shoes” is full of stories about troubadours, Southern places, and…

Sep 02, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Pi Jacobs visits Brian for Morning Music (Aired: September 2, 2022)

Although based in L.A., Pi Jacobs grew up on a commune in Sonoma County. She is always a pleasure to host when she comes home for a show, or just to…

Sep 01, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Alison Harris and Lenkadu joined Brian for Morning Music (Aired: September 1, 2022)

Some wonderful local musicians, Alison Harris and Lenkadu, are working to showcase women with their ‘In the Limelight’ series beginning Friday 9/2 in…

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Aug 22, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Kelsey Waldon brightens up Morning Music with music and chat (Aired: August 22, 2022)

Kelsey Waldon is a student of classic country music. Her records pay homage to the great artists of the past, with a nod toward the future. Her new…

Aug 11, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Chuck Prophet joins Brian for Morning Music (Aired: August 11, 2022)

Longtime San Francisco resident Chuck Prophet came up to Studio A to chat with Brian and sing some songs. You can see him and his band each Sunday…

Aug 10, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Amanda Shires chats with Brian about her new album and more (Aired: August 10, 2022)

Amanda Shires has always enjoyed her visits to Studio A. We feed her and her band and give them rides to save on Uber bills. She has just released…

Aug 08, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Arlo McKinley talks about “The Mess We’re In” on Morning Music (Aired: August 8, 2022)

Arlo McKinley was the last act John Prine signed to his Oh Boy record label. Just as Arlo’s debut was released, Covid hit. Tour plans ground to a…

Aug 05, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Michaela Anne joins Brian for Morning Music (Aired: August 4, 2022)

Michaela Anne has been a good friend of KRCB for many years. She always takes the steps to join us in studio A when she tours through California. Her…

Aug 04, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Jake Shimabukuro speaks with Brian fro Morning Music (Aired: August 3, 2022)

Ukulele master Jake Shimabukuro spoke with Brian about his upcoming show @ Charles Krug winery, home schooling his kids during the pandemic, and…

Aug 02, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Nellie McKay chats with Brian for Morning Music (Aired: August 2, 2022)

Brian Griffith and Nellie McKay have been friends for almost 20 years. Although her schedule didn’t allow an in person visit this time, she has…

Jul 22, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Brian has a lovely visit with Caitlin Jemma during Morning Music (Aired: July 21, 2022)

Brian had a lovely visit with Caitlin Jemma on Thursday!

Jul 18, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Sean Hayes chats with Brian ahead of Rivertown Revival this weekend (Aired: July 18, 2022)

After a couple of decades in San Francisco Sean Hayes moved his family to Petaluma. He and his band are headlining this weekend's Rivertown Revival…

Jul 14, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: The HawtThorns visit KRCB for Morning Music (Aired: July 14, 2022)

The HawtThorns are one of California’s gifts to Nashville. Having left L.A. for Music City a couple of years ago, John and KP share stories and songs…

Jul 12, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Molly Tuttle joins Morning Music from the road (Aired: July 12, 2020)

We got in touch with the talented bluegrass guitarist Molly Tuttle as she drove to Santa Rosa for her 7/12 show at the Luther Burbank Center. Molly,…

Jul 07, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: B.J. Barham of American Aquarium joins Brian for Morning Music (Aired: July 7, 2022)

BJ Barham, the front man and songwriter for the Raleigh, NC band American Aquarium joined Brian this morning to talk about the new release…

Jun 30, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Rickie Lee Jones chats with Brian for Morning Music (Aired: June 30, 2022)

We are big fans of Rickie Lee Jones. A few weekS BACK, Doug spoke with her about her new memoir “Last Chance Texaco.” This morning Brian chatted with…

Jun 22, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Brennen Leigh chats with Brian for Morning Music (Aired: June 22, 2022)

Brennen Leigh has collaborated with a lot of artists who have become friends, many of them featured on KRCB. Noel McKay, Melissa Carper and most…

Jun 17, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Craig McArthur stops by to talk about a new music venue in Mill Valley (Aired: June 17, 2022)

Crain McArthur with Casual Heart Productions chats with Brian about a brand new outdoor performance venue in Mill Valley. The Junction features…

Jun 17, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Ismay stops by for Morning Music (Aired: June 17, 2022)

Ismay joined Brian for Morning Music. She performs at the SOMO Redwood Grove along with The Coffis Brothers tonight. (Photo by Giant Eye Photography)…

Jun 17, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Carmen Snyder makes a surprise visit during Morning Music (Aired: June 178, 2022)

Carmen Snyder, Executive Director of Sonoma County Farm Trails, chats with Brian Griffith about the upcoming Gravenstein Apple Fair. It's coming to…

Jun 15, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Nicki Bluhm chats with Brian for Morning Music (Aired: June 15, 2022)

Nicki Bluhm has a new collection of tunes. “Avondale Drive” is the second album she’s put out since her move from the Bay Area to Nashville. She…

Jun 13, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Mary Moore Visits with Brian for Morning Music (Aired: June 13, 2022)

Mary Moore performed at Sunday’s Railroad Square Music Fest. An astute listener introduced her to Brian, who promptly invited her to Studio A. Music…

Jun 10, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: The Sam Chase stops by Morning Music on KRCB (Aired: June 10, 2020)

The Sam Chase dropped by Studio A to personally bring a copy of the new release “You Call This an Album” written by him and featuring his crackerjack…

Jun 09, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Kingsborough visit KRCB for Morning Music (Aired: June 9, 2022)

Local rockers Kingsborough stopped by Studio A to play some tunes and talk about their upcoming gigs at the Railroad Square Music Festival, and the…

Jun 08, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Margo Cilker stops KRCB by to promote her new release (Aired: June 8, 2022)

Margo Cilker is excited to be back on tour and excited to be back at KRCB. She chatted with Brian during Morning Music.…

Jun 02, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Ken Tesler talks about Blue Note Napa's busy Summer season kicking off now (Aired: June 2, 2022)

Ken Tesler, Managing Director of Blue Note Napa, joined Brian Griffith on the phone to talk about their busy concert season now underway.…

Jun 01, 2022

MUSIC NEWS: Eilen Jewell joined Brian for Morning Music (Aired: May 27, 2022)

Eilen Jewell joined Brian for Morning Music to promote her upcoming show at the Hopmonk in Sebastopol on Thursday, June 2nd.…

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