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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!

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!

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 in the in- studio fun for St. Patrick's Day!

Glasgow, Scotland, gave Snoop Dogg a surprise greeting when he arrived for a concert

A bagpiper serenaded the rapper with a rendition of Dr. Dre's 1999 single "Still Dre." Cloaked in a tartan blanket, Snoop took time to dance on the tarmac, and then

Filmmaker Jesse Rudoy chats with Doug on Midday Music (Aired: March 10, 2023)

Jesse Rudoy's film, "Dusty and Stones," kicks off the Sebastopol Documentary Film Festival. Doug Jayne talks with Jesse about the most famous Country Music duo from Swaziland. Have a listen.

Meli Levi chats with Doug on Midday Music (Aired: March 10, 2023)

Singer-songwriter Meli Levi has been busy. She has just released a new EP, "Crowned." Levi is recording new songs and preparing for an upcoming show at The Lost Church. Meli chats with Doug Jayne on Midday Music. Have a listen.

MUSIC NEWS: Pamela Rose chats with Doug on Midday Music (Aired: March 8, 2023)

Jazz & Blues Queen Pamela Rose talks with Doug about her awesome music project, Blues is a Woman.

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

MUSIC NEWS: Hunter Ellis chats with Doug Jayne for Midday Music (Aired: March 1, 2023)

Sonoma County musician Hunter Ellis has a long history of playing in bands. His current band plays March 4th at The Lost Church in Santa Rosa. They will be featuring songs from Hunter's latest album, "Princess Daddy." He joined Doug on the phone for Midday Music. Have a listen.

Jazz legend Wayne Shorter has died at 89 in Los Angeles

Whether as a solo act, working with Miles Davis or Art Blakey, or as a founding member of Weather Report, Wayne Shorter routinely introduced new audiences to jazz.

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 Brian about all this and more. Have a listen.

MUSIC NEWS: David Washburn and Michele Luna talk with Doug about their new documentary film "Marguerite" (Aired: February 27, 2023)

Filmmaker David Washburn and Film Producer Michele Luna talked to Doug about the tremendous new documentary that they made, Marguerite Wildenhain: The Art and Nature of Pond Farm. The world premiere is at the Rialto Cinemas in Sebastopol on Thursday, March 2, at 6:00pm. The documentary will also air on KRCB TV Monday, March 13 at 9:00pm, and KPJK TV, Sunday, March 19th at 7:00pm.

MUSIC NEWS: Brett Cline joins Doug in Studio A (Aired: February 23, 2023)

Brett Cline is the co-founder of The Lost Church, an intimate performance venue which has two locations (San Francisco & Santa Rosa). Brett spoke with Doug about the joy and challenges of the entertainment business in the age of Covid. Have a listen...

MUSIC NEWS: Photographer Ed Perlstein joined Doug for Midday Music (Aired: February 16, 2023)

Photographer Ed Perlstein (pictured at a 1979 Grateful Dead show) joined Doug in Studio A on Thursday, February 16. Ed currently hosts two radio shows at KPCA-FM in Petaluma and is on a mission to digitize and preserve taped concert recordings (including some from the Studio KAFE) before they deteriorate. Have a listen...

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 and previewed a couple of the songs that will be included.

MUSIC NEWS: Brian Elie's Interview with David Crosby (Aired: October 12, 2020)

This is an approximately one-hour interview with David Crosby Brian Elie did at KRCB on October 12 2020 at 7:00 pm. The COVID pandemic was gripping the world and Crosby is very candid about the effects of this on his life as a musician, among other topics. Give it a listen!

San Francisco Chinatown seniors welcome in the Lunar New Year with rap

A cabaret dance troupe of elders from San Francisco's Chinatown has released a rap track and video celebrating the Lunar New Year. That Lunar Cheer, a collaboration between

Lisa Marie Presley spent her life in the spotlight

Singer-songwriter Lisa Marie Presley, daughter of rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley, has died at 54 years old.

The struggle and the joy that inspired a new album from country singer Margo Price

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with musician Margo Price about the inspiration for her new album, Strays. Price also has a memoir out called: Maybe We'll Make It.

Lisa Marie Presley, Elvis Presley's only child and a singer in her own right, dies

Lisa Marie Presley, a singer-songwriter, Elvis' only daughter and a dedicated keeper of her father's legacy, died Thursday after being hospitalized for a medical emergency. She was 54. Her

Jeff Beck, known as a 'guitarist's guitarist,' dies at 78

Beck, one the most acclaimed guitarists in rock and roll history, died Tuesday after contracting bacterial meningitis, according to his family.

Joni Mitchell wins Gershwin Prize for Popular Song from Library of Congress

Joni Mitchell is this year's winner of the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song from the Library of Congress. Since the lifetime achievement award was established in 2007, it has

Acclaimed rock and roll guitarist Jeff Beck dies at 78

Jeff Beck, know as a "guitarist's guitarist," had contracted bacterial meningitis. Beck first came to prominence playing in The Yardbirds, where he replaced Eric Clapton.

Fame came early for Reggaeton star Nicky Jam, and he admits he wasn't ready for it

Reggaeton is a popular style of music. Nicky Jam was one of its first stars, but fame hasn't been easy. (Story first aired on All Things Considered on Jan. 6,

Acclaimed guitarist Jeff Beck dies at 78

Jeff Beck, one the most acclaimed guitarists in rock and roll history, died Tuesday after contracting bacterial meningitis, according to his family. He was 78 years old.

Tatjana Patitz, one of the original supermodels of the '80s and '90s, dies at age 56

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Tatjana Patitz, one of an elite group of famed supermodels who graced magazine covers in the 1980s and '90s and appeared in George Michael's "Freedom!

Classic rock guitar virtuoso Jeff Beck dies at 78

Call him a "guitar god" or a "guitarist's guitarist," but Jeff Beck was in a class by himself. One of the most acclaimed guitarists in rock and roll history

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, although he has cut back on his touring schedule since the pandemic. We’re glad his schedule allowed him time to visit Studio A!

'Rolling Stone' releases a list of great singers. Celine Dion was not included

Some believe the magazine left off pop music's greatest singer. A group of Celine Dion fans were so angry that they drove six hours from Montreal to Manhattan to protest.

Rapper Young Thug's RICO trial begins

Jeffery Lamar Williams, professionally known as Young Thug, is set to go to trial on Monday. The 31-year-old Atlanta rapper, along with fellow rapper Sergio Kitchens, known professionally as

Man charged in Takeoff's death is released on $1 million bond

Sam Phillips, who introduced the world to Elvis and Johnny Cash, would be 100 today

The man who brought the world Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison and B.B. King — among others — would be turning 100 today. Record producer Sam Phillips

This man's recordings spent years under a recliner — they've now found a new home

In the late 1800s and early 1900s, Lionel Mapleson, then the librarian at New York's Metropolitan Opera, did something new: He took an Edison "Home" model phonograph and recorded

MUSIC NEWS: The Musers Join Doug for Midday Music (Aired: January 3, 2023)

The Musers brought their Free Range Folk sound to KRCB joining Doug on Midday Music!

Gangsta Boo, a former member of Three 6 Mafia, dies at 43

LOS ANGELES — Gangsta Boo, a Southern rapper who was a former member of the hip-hop group Three 6 Mafia, has died. She was 43. Lola "Gangsta Boo'' Mitchell

MUSIC NEWS: Jeremy and Adam of King Dream join Doug (Aired: December 30, 2022)

Jeremy and Adam from the band King Dream joined Doug Jayne on Midday Music. They brought guitars!

MUSIC NEWS: Johnny Campbell of The Pulsators joins Doug (Aired: December 27, 2022)

Johnny Campbell writes songs, sings, and plays drums in The Pulsators. They are celebrating 30 years as one of Sonoma County’s best rockin' bands. Johnny joined Doug on Midday Music.

MUSIC NEWS: Ruthie Foster stops by Midday Music to chat with Doug (Aired: December 16, 2022)

Ruthie Foster recently visited the KRCB studios with her spectacular smile and graced our airwaves with her phenomenal talent. She was on her way to a performance at the Freight & Salvage in Berkeley.

Encore: The 'Free to Be... You and Me' legacy 50 years later

The album "Free to Be... You and Me" was released in 1972, featuring children's music which celebrated tolerance and acceptance. 50 years later, what's the album's legacy? Read the

MUSIC NEWS: Mike Hellman visits with Doug for Midday Music (Aired: December 9, 2022)

Country artist Mike Hellman stopped by KRCB's Studio A on Friday December 9th. Mike discussed his current tour and played some original songs.

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.

MUSIC NEWS: Erin Sky stops by Midday Music for music and chat (Aired: December 8, 2022)

Singer-Songwriter Erin Sky visited KRCB on Thursday December 8. Erin talked about appearing at The Lost Church, and sang a couple original tunes in our Studio A.

MUSIC NEWS: Gary Weiner and Larry Heiman join Doug for Midday Music (Aired: December 5, 2022)

Folk-singers Gary Weiner and Larry Heiman joined Doug in Studio A to discuss the early days of Sonoma County's music scene. They performed a couple songs LIVE, and even broke out an old KVRE vinyl record to play. "Gary Weiner and Larry Heiman – 50 years of Friends and Folk." Together, they celebrate their decades-long friendship, and Larry’s tribute to his late wife, Michaela. It’s a musical family reunion with Folk/Americana songs at The Lost Church in Santa Rosa. This Saturday. Doors open at 7:30pm.

Hamish Kilgour, founding member of New Zealand's The Clean, has died at 65

Hamish Kilgour, co-founder of influential New Zealand indie-rock band The Clean, was found dead Tuesday in Christchurch after being reported missing on Nov. 27. Merge Records, which released and

Dozens of Taylor Swift fans sue Ticketmaster in the wake of its ticket sale fiasco

Taylor Swift fans are dressing for revenge — or at least legal damages. More than two dozen disappointed Swifties have filed a class-action lawsuit accusing Ticketmaster and its parent

Jim Stewart, co-founder of Stax Records in Memphis, dies at age 92

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Jim Stewart, the white Tennessee farm boy and fiddle player who co-founded the influential Stax Records with his sister in a Black, inner-city Memphis neighborhood and

The man who shot Lady Gaga's dog walker gets 21 years in prison

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The man who shot and wounded Lady Gaga's dog walker while stealing her French bulldogs last year took a plea deal and was sentenced to

Ukrainians sing 'Carol of the Bells' at Carnegie Hall, 100 years after its U.S. debut

Did you know that Carol of the Bells comes from Ukraine? Ukrainian composer Mykola Leontovych wrote Shchedryk in 1916, originally as a winter folk song. The Ukrainian National Chorus

The timeline of events leading up to the Tory Lanez assault trial

Jury selection is finally underway for rapper Tory Lanez's assault trial, two years after he allegedly shot rapper Megan Thee Stallion in the foot. Lanez is facing charges of

U2, Gladys Knight, George Clooney among 2022 Kennedy Center honorees

The stars turned out in Washington, D.C. on Sunday night for the 45th annual Kennedy Center Honors. Gladys Knight, Amy Grant, George Clooney, Tania León and U2 were celebrated

Miguel Atwood-Ferguson on Lincoln Center's orchestral tribute to the Notorious B.I.G.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with composer Miguel Atwood-Ferguson about Lincoln Center's orchestral tribute to the Notorious B.I.G.

Death metal singers have a vocal counterpart ... in bats

Turns out, bats and death metal singers have more in common than you'd think — and no, it's not just a love of the dark.

100 years ago, 'Carol of the Bells' came to America — from Ukraine

"Carol of the Bells" is a Christmas staple in the U.S., but it was written by a Ukrainian composer and first came to the U.S. 100 years ago — when

A man has been charged with murdering Migos rapper Takeoff

HOUSTON — Police have arrested a 33-year-old man on a murder charge in the fatal shooting of rapper Takeoff, who they said was a "innocent bystander" to gunfire last

Ye says 'I see good things about Hitler' on conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' show

In an appearance on conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' show, Ye – the rapper formerly known as Kanye West – doubled down on a series of antisemitic comments he's made

Glastonbury organizers say the festival will be Elton John's U.K. farewell show

LONDON — Elton John is scheduled to perform at the Glastonbury Festival in June, in what organizers say will be his farewell show in Britain. The festival announced Friday

Elon Musk says Ye is suspended from Twitter

Twitter suspended the account for Ye, the rapper and mogul formerly known as Kanye West, Twitter CEO Elon Musk said early Friday. The move came after the rapper posted

Remembering Fleetwood Mac singer-songwriter Christine McVie

Christine McVie died Wednesday at age 79. She wrote some of the band's most popular songs including: "Don't Stop" and "You Make Loving Fun."

MUSIC NEWS: Angela Strehli has a nice chat with Doug in studio (Aired: November 29, 2022)

Angela Strehli hand-delivered her tremendous new album, Ace of Blues, to us today. Nice chat with Doug from Studio A. (Photo by Ron Baker CC BY-SA 2.0)

When the creek does rise, can music survive?

It was weeks before Doug Naselroad could bring himself to set foot inside the Museum of the Mountain Dulcimer in Hindman, Ky. He knew the space all too well,

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 Encounter” is out tomorrow. She wrote the music for the film too. Listen to her chat with @brianontheradio.

MUSIC NEWS: Documentary filmmaker Kathlyn Horan joins Doug for Midday Music (Aired: October 24, 2022)

Documentary filmmaker Kathlyn Horan joined Doug on Midday Music.They discussed her new project, “The Return of Tanya Tucker - featuring Brandi Carlile."

MUSIC NEWS: Nate Lopez joins Doug Jayne in studio (Aired: October 20, 2022)

Nate Lopez dropped by for Midday Music to chat and play a few tunes for everyone. Nate will be playing at the Luther Burbank Center on December 3rd.

On 'Girls Night Out,' Babyface collaborates with a new generation of women artists

If you're reading this and currently in your 20s, it's entirely possible that you were made with a Babyface song playing in the background. Major hits like "When Can

MUSIC NEWS: Nataly Dawn chats with Doug on Midday Music (Aired: October 18, 2022)

They talk about Pomplamoose, the Grammys, a west coast tour, and more!

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 working with Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age on the new release “Denim & Diamonds."

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 make us smile and think. He chats with Brian about his career in music, acting and the progeny he has brought to us. (Photo: Shervin Lainez)

MUSIC NEWS: Zoe Fitzgerald Carter chats with Doug on Midday Music (Aired: September 27, 2022)

Zoe Fitzgerald Carter is a talented singer-songwriter who is performing Saturday, October 1, at The Lost Church in Santa Rosa.Carter spoke with Doug Jayne on Midday Music.

Lizzo played James Madison's crystal flute onstage in D.C., proving history rocks

Some people visit Washington, D.C., for the tourist attractions, like monuments and museums. They probably don't expect to see history being made at a pop concert — but that's

After playing a 200-year-old flute, Lizzo declares history is freaking cool

The Library of Congress invited Lizzo to play the crystal flute that was a gift to James Madison in the early 1800s. She got a chance to play it during

Joe Bussard, the collector who preserved early American recordings, has died at 86

Joe Bussard, the record collector and American roots music historian, died Monday. Lance Ledbetter, founder of Dust-to-Digital, confirmed the death to NPR through Bussard's daughter Susannah Anderson. Bussard had

How to fit a top-tier HBCU marching band and the gospel tradition onto one album

At the 2018 edition of Coachella, Beyoncé showed us how a global pop star celebrates the marching bands of historically Black colleges and universities in a spectacular festival performance,

Shakira will face a tax-fraud trial in Spain

BARCELONA, Spain — A Spanish judge on Tuesday approved a trial for Colombian pop singer Shakira on charges of tax fraud. Spanish prosecutors accused the entertainer in 2018 of

Rihanna will perform in the Super Bowl halftime show in February

Rihanna is one of the best-selling female artists of all time with over 250 million records sold worldwide. She turned down the opportunity to perform in 2019 to show solidarity

Rihanna will take center stage at the Super Bowl halftime show

NEW YORK — Rihanna will take center stage at February's Super Bowl halftime show. The singer, who declined to perform in the 2019 Super Bowl halftime show out of

Elton John was moved to tears by a surprise award from President Biden

Elton John has seen a lot in his more than 50 years as a professional musician, so it takes a lot to shock him. But there he was at

Pianist Chad Lawson seeks to heal in new album

Can music improve mental health? Pianist and composer Chad Lawson thinks so. His new double album, breathe, released Friday to coincide with National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month.

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 just 8 years old. He performed at the Grammy awards when he was 12. He has taught at Stanford and the New England Conservatory of Music, and has blossomed as a performer. Lage brings his tour to Geyserville this Sunday in support of his new album View with a Room, produced by his wife Margaret Glaspy (also a northern California native). Julian spent some time with Brian discussing all sorts of things…

Mariah Carey says we should finally hear her secret 1995 grunge album

As Mariah Carey was recording her smash hit 1995 pop album Daydream, she and her fellow musicians were also secretly putting together a grunge album. Carey first mentioned

Goodbye, Yellow Brick Road. Hello, White House. Biden invites Elton John to perform

President Joe Biden will host musician Elton John for a performance on the South Lawn of the White House Friday for an event called "A Night When Hope and

Brad Pitt and Nick Cave make a surprise art debut in Finland

HELSINKI — Hollywood's Brad Pitt and Australian musician Nick Cave have debuted as artists in an exhibition in Finland that displays sculptures and ceramics created by the movie star

Musicians are back on the road, but every day is a gamble

Last year was a career-defining one for Tia Cabral, the experimental singer-songwriter known as Spellling. With her 2021 album The Turning Wheel, she evolved from bedroom artist to maximalist

On debut solo album, Marcus Mumford explores healing, mercy and forgiveness

NPR's Juana Summers chats with Marcus Mumford about his debut solo album, Self-Titled, which is a deeply personal exploration of healing, mercy and forgiveness.

Harlem Gospel Travelers' album has a '70s vibe but subject material is of this moment

NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Ifedayo Gatling of the Harlem Gospel Travelers, and the group's producer and mentor Eli "Paperboy" Reed, about their second album Look Up! which is out

MUSIC NEWS: Laura Benitez joined Doug for Midday Music (Aired: September 8, 2022)

Singer Songwriter Laura Benitez stopped by Studio A, with her guitar, for a visit with Doug Jayne during Midday Music.

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

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.

MUSIC NEWS: Nina and Chris join Doug live in studio (Aired: September 7, 2022)

Chris Webster and Nina Gerber join Doug in Studio A for interview and live performance. ocal

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 deities. Will filled Brian in on what to expect weather-wise in Tennessee next week.

MUSIC NEWS: Bryce Dow-Williamson talks about the upcoming shows at The Lost Church (Aired: September 2, 2022)

Bryce Dow-Williamson gets on the horn with Doug Jayne to talk about upcoming shows at the Lost Church, including StandProv! hosted by Jeremy Lessnau & Franco Tevini. That show is Saturday, September 3! Jeremy and Franco joined Michael O'Brien live in the studio on Sunday (pictured, right). Get the full schedule here.

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 see her mom.

MUSIC NEWS: Guitar wizard Johnny A. talks to Doug Jayne on Midday Music (Aired: September 1, 2022)

Guitar wizard Johnny A. talks to Doug Jayne on Midday Music.

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 Petaluma.

MUSIC NEWS: Warren Mann and Ali Weiss stop by Midday Music with Doug Jayne (Aired: August 29, 2022)

Warren Mann and Ali Weiss stop by Midday Music with Doug Jayne.

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 release “No Regular Dog," produced by Shooter Jennings, features her plaintive Kentucky vocals and brilliant songwriting.

MUSIC NEWS: Mr. Music Jim Corbett stops by for Midday Music (Aired: August 17, 2022)

Doug Jayne welcomed Mr. Music of Peacetown, Jim Corbett, during his Midday Music show. (Photo courtesy of Peacetown)

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 this August at the Twin Oaks Roadhouse in Penngrove.

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 “Take It Like a Man," an album that reflects the trials of keeping love alive. Brian spoke with her about the new work and her ongoing support of women's health issues. (Photo by Michael Schmelling)

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 halt and Prine was taken from us. McKinley's follow-up, “The Mess We’re In,” is out now and reflects the pain and boredom of the last two years.

MUSIC NEWS: Jason Eckl chats with Doug Jayne on Midday Music (Aired: August 5, 2022)

Jason Eckl, guitarist and founding member of the band Dirty Cello has a new project: Conductor of Renegade Orchestra. Jason spoke with Doug Jayne about this unique, and exciting ensemble. (Photo: Niall David)

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 new release “Oh To Be That Free” was recorded during the pandemic at home in Nashville by her husband Aaron.