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Jun 08, 2023
Meli Levy stops by for Morning Music (Aired: June 8, 2023)
Meli Levy moved to Sonoma County after an intensive spiritual retreat. Born in Tennessee, she’s lived in Seattle, New York state, and Detroit and is pleased to settle here. Her new EP “Crowned” is out now. Listen to her live performance and conversation from Studio A.
Jun 08, 2023
Seth Hayes on Morning Music (Aired: June 8, 2023)
Seth Hayes moved his family from SF to Sonoma county 10 years ago and we’re all better for it. His 2021 release “Be Like Water” is featured regularly on KRCB. He’s working on a new album, but he’s not in any hurry. Listen to his chat and live performance with Brian in Studio A, joined by farmer-muse Arann Harris.
Jun 07, 2023
The Musers stop by for Midday Music (Aired: June 7, 2023)
The Musers stopped by the studios to visit with Doug, make a little racket, and talk about the Railroad Square Music Festival happening Sunday, June 11th! Have a listen!
Jun 06, 2023
Gordie Tentrees visits Doug for Midday Music (Aired: June6, 2023)
Gordie Tentrees joined Doug in Studio A to talk about indigenous people, music, and boxing. Have a listen!
Jun 06, 2023
Well-travelled Doug Levitt stops by Morning Music (Aired: June 6, 2023)
Doug Levitt has quite a backstory; Fulbright scholar, foreign correspondent for outlets like CNN and ABC, and now singer/songwriter. He has traveled hundreds of thousands of miles via Greyhound bus to talk with everyday Americans, and more importantly - listen to them. Hear his thoughtful chat with Brian Griffith and…
Jun 02, 2023
Ukrainian sisters Elanore and Angelina Bezhenar visit Midday Music with Doug Jayne (Aired: June 2, 2023)
More than a year has passed since Russia Invaded Ukraine. Some who fled found a new home in Sonoma County. Among them, the Bezhenar family. Sisters Eleanor and Angelina, along with their mother Maria, stopped by to talk about a recent Stand Up for Ukraine benefit concert in Sebastopol. They even sang a few songs for…
Jun 01, 2023
Kyle Martin's band Sonomacana stopped by for Midday Music (Aired: June 1, 2023)
Kyle Martin's Sonomacana band joined Doug in Studio A for some song and conversation. Sonmacana will be appearing at the Railroad Square Music Festival on June 11th. Have a listen!
May 31, 2023
Shakuhachi Grand Masters Riley Lee and Elliot Kanshin Kallen on Midday Music (Aired: May 31, 2023)
Shakuhachi Grand Masters Riley Lee and Elliot Kanshin Kallen came by Studio A to talk about their craft and what it takes to master a bamboo flute! Have a listen!
May 30, 2023
Ali & Warren Mann joined Doug in Studio A (Aired: May 30, 2023)
Ali & Warren Mann joined Doug in Studio A with 4 new songs! They also came by to talk about the Sonoma Earth School Benefit. Have a listen!
May 26, 2023
Terry Garthwaite joined Doug for Midday Music (Aired: May 26, 2023)
Founding member from Joy of Cooking Terry Garthwaite joined Doug on Midday Music to reminisce and talk about the upcoming Stand with Ukraine benefit concert. Have a listen!
May 26, 2023
Cory Lerios of Pablo Cruise joins Brian on Morning Music (Aired: May 25, 2023)
It would be an understatement to say the band Pablo Cruise have been around for a long time. Founding member Cory Lerios joins Brian to talk about the band's long career, and his more recent projects. Have a listen! (Photo: F. J. Jasinski, MYi2U™, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons)
May 26, 2023
Josh Windmiller and poet Michael Giotis join Doug on Midday Music (Aired: May 25, 2023)
Promoter Josh Windmiller and poet Michael Giotis talk poetry with Doug on Midday Music. Have a listen.
May 26, 2023
Rock and Roll legend Peter Asher joins Doug on Midday Music (Aired: May 25, 2023)
Rock and Roll performer and producer Peter Asher spoke with Doug on Midday Music about his extraordinary career. Have a Listen!
May 23, 2023
Satya Chavez chats with Doug on Midday Music (Aired: May 23, 2023)
Sataya Chavez stars in the one-person play “Where Did We Sit on the Bus?” now running at the Marin Theater Company. She joined Doug on Midday Music to talk musicals, acting, and looping. Hava a listen!
May 18, 2023
Gayle Okumura Sullivan talks Jazz with Doug on Midday Music (Aired: May 17, 2023)
Gayle Okumura Sullivan is the Executive Director of Healdsburg Jazz.She joined Doug to discuss 9 days of Jazz: June 17-25, 2023. Have a listen!
May 16, 2023
Tommy Castro chats with Doug on Midday Music (Aired: May 16, 2023)
Award-winning Blues artist Tommy Castro joined Doug on the phone to talk, Blues, Brews, and BBQ. Have a listen!
May 16, 2023
Nell Robinson and Jim Nunally Zoom in for Midday Music (Aired: May 16, 2023)
Nell Robinson and Jim Nunally Zoomed with Doug on Midday Music. They discussed Bluegrass guitar, the origins of Nell's name, Whippoorwill Arts, and their upcoming gig in Cloverdale. Have a listen!
May 10, 2023
Bruce Cockburn chats with Doug on Midday Music (Aired: May 10, 2023)
Bruce Cockburn releases his 38th studio album on May 12.He joined Doug over the phone on Midday Music. Have a listen!
May 10, 2023
Andre Thierry chats with Doug on Midday Music (Aired: May 10, 2023)
Zydeco legend Andre Thierry joined Doug on Midday to discuss Kreole & Krawfish. Have a listen!
May 10, 2023
Brett Cline stops by Midday Music (Aired: May 8, 2023)
Brett Cline, founder of The Lost Church, is transforming his mellow Santa Rosa listening room into a rollicking Boogie Dance Palace for one night with his band Edge City Fever. He joined Doug on Midday Music for some good conversation. Have a listen!
May 04, 2023
Ismay stops by for a visit with Brian on Morning Music (Aired: May 4, 2023)
Avery Hellman, better known as Ismay, is an artist from the Bay Area that has known Brian since her first foray into the music business. Brian says, "It’s wonderful to see the development of a songwriter over time. Ismay has become more self-assured and her music reflects that." Ismay is opening for Misner & Smith at…
May 02, 2023
Clementine Darling stops by to drop a radio premier song (Aired: May 2, 2023)
Clementine Darling has been in Studio A several times. She and Brian are friends, both being native Washingtonians and having birthdays the same week. Darling is releasing a new EP Friday. We had the radio premiere of “Bootstraps." Have a listen!
May 01, 2023
Dom Flemons talks about his new album with Brian on Morning Music (Aired: May 1, 2023)
Dom Flemons has a new album, Travelling Wildfire. He's one of the founding members of the Carolina Chocolate Drops. Flemons talks about playing the banjo and fourteen other instruments. Have a listen!
Apr 25, 2023
Jim Welte stops by to talk about the Mill Valley Music Festival (Aired: April 24, 2023)
Jim Welte is with the Mill Valley Chamber of Commerce. Everyone in town is gearing up for the 2nd Mill Valley Music Festival May 13th and 14th. Headliners include CAKE, Michael Franti and Spearhead, Valerie June, Andrian Belew and Jerry Harrison and many others. Jim spoke with Brian about the fest, the musical history…
Apr 24, 2023
Poet Guy Biederman joins Doug in Studio A (Aired: April 21, 2023)
Poet and teacher Guy Biederman left his floating home to join Doug in Studio A. Have a listen!
Apr 21, 2023
Cape Cod poet Mary Kane joined Doug on Midday Music (Aired: April 20, 2023)
Cape Cod Poet, writer, and teacher Mary Kane joined Doug to celebrate National Poetry Month and read from her books. Have a listen!
Apr 20, 2023
Poet and guitarist Jim Morgan on Midday Music (Aired: April 19, 2023)
Poet and guitarist Jim Morgan spoke with Doug about poetry, teaching, and music. Jim joined Doug on Zoom from his home in Cape Cod. Have a listen!
Apr 18, 2023
Poets Bill Vartnaw, Jack Crimmins, and Elizabeth C Herron joined Doug in Studio A (Aired: April 18, 2023)
Poets Bill Vartnaw, Jack Crimmins, and Elizabeth C Herron joined Doug in Studio A for poetry readings and lively discussion. Have a listen!
Apr 18, 2023
Poet, musician, and former bandmate Jackson Ahern joins Doug in the studio (Aired: April 17, 2023)
Jackson Ahern is a poet, musician, and former bandmate of Doug Jayne. Ahern has attended and performed at several NationalCowboy PoetryGatherings. He shares stories and poetry on Midday Music. Have a listen!
Apr 18, 2023
Ukiah's Poet Laureate Melissa Eleftherion on Midday Music (Aired: April 17, 2023)
Melissa Eleftherion is a Poet, Librarian, and current Poet Laureate of Ukiah! She joined Doug via Zoom for midday conversation and a bit of poetry reading. Have a listen!
Apr 16, 2023
Poet Gwynn O'Gara joined Doug for Midday Music (Aired: April 14, 2023)
Poet and worshipper of language Gwynn O'Gara joined Doug live in Studio A to talk poetry, read poems, and celebrate National Poetry Month. Have a listen!
Apr 16, 2023
U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón joined Doug on Midday Music (Aired: April 14, 2023)
Sonoma Native Ada Limón joined Doug on Midday Music. Ada is the 24th Poet Laureate of The United States. She has written six books of award-winning poetry. Ada discusses poetry, growing up in Sonoma, and reads some of her poems. Have a listen!
Apr 13, 2023
Roots host Kevin Russell chats with Doug about poetry (Aired: April 13, 2023)
Kevin Russell, host of KRCB's Our Roots are Showing program, joined Doug on Thursday. Russell spoke passionately about his love of poetry, and how he uses poems in his day job as apsychotherapist. Have Have a listen!
Apr 13, 2023
Poet Pierrette Montroy talks poetry with Doug (Aired: April 12, 2023)
Pierrette Montroy is a former program host at KRCB. She hosted the spoken word program Inkwell. Montroy stopped by Studio A to talk poetry and more with Doug. Have a listen!
Apr 11, 2023
Poet Cynthia Helen Beecher joins Doug for Midday Music (Aired: April 11, 2023)
Poet Cynthia Helen Beecher visits Midday Music with Doug Jayne. She reads poems and discusses living in Africa while working with The Peace Corps. Have a listen!
Apr 10, 2023
Bobby Colomby discusses What the Hell Happened to Blood Sweat and Tears? (Aired: April 10, 2023)
Drummer and founding member of the band Blood Sweat & Tears, Bobby Colomby joined Doug to discuss the film, What the Hell Happened to Blood Sweat and Tears? Have a listen!
Apr 05, 2023
Jonah Raskin reads poetry on Midday Music (Aired: April 5, 2023)
Former SSU professor and poet Jonah Raskin called in from San Francisco with some new poems! Have a listen!
Apr 05, 2023
Franco and Jeremy of StandProv! join Doug for Midday Music (Aired:
Franco Tevini and Jeremy Lessnau talk about their LIVE comedy show called StandProv! It happens on the first Thursday of every month at The Lost Church in downtown Santa Rosa. Have a listen!
Apr 04, 2023
Poet and musician Timothy Williams joined Doug for Midday Music (Aired: April 4, 2023)
Poet and musician Timothy Williams joined Doug to talk about National Poetry Month and read some poems. Haveave a listen.
Apr 04, 2023
Megan from The Musers chats with Doug for Midday Music (Aired: March 30, 2023)
Our friends The Musers are a 4 piece: Tom, Anita, Megan, and Leslie. Megan chats with Doug about their upcoming gig at The Lost Church. Have a listen!
Mar 31, 2023
David Martin talks about the Healdsburg Chorus on Midday Music (Aired: March 31, 2023)
The Healdsburg Chorus can’t keep from singing, and their Director David Martin explains why. David is preparing the chorus for 2 performances, on Saturday, April 15, at 7:00 pm and Sunday, April 16, at 3:00 pm at The Raven Theater. Have a listen!
Mar 29, 2023
Ky Boyd talks about music films at the Rialto with Doug (Aired: March 29, 2023)
Ky Boyd joined Doug on Midday Music to discuss three new music-related films playing at Rialto Cinemas in April. Have a listen!
Mar 11, 2023
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.
Mar 11, 2023
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.
Mar 09, 2023
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.
Mar 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
Mar 02, 2023
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.
Mar 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 Brian about all this…
Feb 27, 2023
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,…
Feb 24, 2023
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...
Feb 22, 2023
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…
Feb 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 and previewed a…
Jan 24, 2023
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!
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, although he has cut back on his touring schedule since the pandemic. We’re glad his schedule allowed him time to visit Studio A!
Jan 03, 2023
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!
Dec 31, 2022
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!
Dec 28, 2022
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.
Dec 19, 2022
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.
Dec 09, 2022
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.
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.
Dec 08, 2022
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.
Dec 05, 2022
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…
Nov 29, 2022
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)
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 Encounter” is out tomorrow. She wrote the music for the film too. Listen to her chat with @brianontheradio.
Oct 26, 2022
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."
Oct 20, 2022
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.
Oct 18, 2022
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!
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 working with Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age on the new release “Denim & Diamonds."
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 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)
Sep 28, 2022
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.
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 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.…
Sep 09, 2022
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.
Sep 08, 2022
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.
Sep 07, 2022
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
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 deities. Will filled Brian in on what to expect weather-wise in Tennessee next week.
Sep 02, 2022
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…
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 see her mom.
Sep 01, 2022
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.
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 Petaluma.
Aug 29, 2022
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.
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 release “No Regular Dog," produced by Shooter Jennings, features her plaintive Kentucky vocals and brilliant songwriting.
Aug 17, 2022
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)
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 this August at the Twin Oaks Roadhouse in Penngrove.
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 “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.…
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 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.
Aug 05, 2022
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)
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 new release “Oh To Be That Free” was recorded during the pandemic at home in Nashville by her husband Aaron.
Aug 05, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Carmen Snyder chats with Doug Jayne for Midday Music (Aired: August 4, 2022)
Doug Jayne spoke with Carmen Snyder, Executive Director of Sonoma County Farm Trails. Carmen also books the music for the Gravenstein Apple Fair, which returns this year after a 2-year hiatus.
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 Hawaiian culture. His latest release “Jake & Friends” features duets with Willie Nelson, Kenny Loggins and more.
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 performed in Studio A many times. She is doing a two night stand at SF Jazz this week.
Aug 01, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Filmmakers Dan Geller and Dayna Goldfine on Midday Music (Aired: August 1, 2022)
Filmmakers Dan Geller and Dayna Goldfine join Doug Jayne to talk about their awesome new documentary, Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song.
Jul 25, 2022
Banjo master Tony Furtado spoke with Doug for Midday Music (Aired: July 25, 2022)
Banjo master Tony Furtado performs Saturday July 31 at Santa Rosa's The Lost Church. He spoke with Doug Jayne on Monday July 25
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 in Petaluma. Sean spoke with Brian about the festival and his latest release “Be Like Water."
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 from their latest release “Tarot Cards and Shooting Stars.” They stopped by the studio on their way to Folsom Americana Fest this weekend.
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, a Bay Area native, spoke about family, her band Golden Highway and her support of the search for a treatment of alopecia, a condition she’s had since age three.
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 “Chicamacomino.” Written during the winter of ’21 in the Outer Banks, the pandemic and the losses all of us faced play throughout the record. www.americanaquarium.com
Jul 07, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Local musician Stevie Cornell joins Doug for Midday Music (Aired: July 6, 2022)
Santa Rosa Singer Songwriter Stevie Cornell has been a member of San Francisco bands, The Movie Stars and Red Meat. Stevie and his bass player, Alan Weiss, visited Doug Jayne to talk about their upcoming gig at The Lost Church, and to play a few songs in our studio. Stephen Lawrence Stevie Cornell Duo w/ Jeff Troiano…
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 the New Orleans-based artist about her career and upcoming concerts in the Napa Valley. https://www.facebook.com/RickieLeeJones
Jun 24, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Frankie Boots stops by Morning Music with Brian (Aired: June 24, 2022)
(Photo by KRCB)Musician Frankie Boots stopped by the studio to talk about his new album, Free Range Songs, Americana and Roots music, and his upcoming move to Nashville. Hear music, conversation, and fun!
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 recently Ray Benson have all chatted with Brian. Brennen has teamed up with Ray & Asleep at the Wheel for “Obsessed with the West”, a delightful collection of Western Swing…
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 seating for 500. Learn more about it! https://www.thejunc.com/
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) https://www.facebook.com/ismaymusic
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 Sebastopol's Ragle Ranch Park, August 13th & 14th.
Jun 17, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: The Coffis Brothers stop by to hang with Doug Jayne on Midday Music (Aired: June 17, 2022)
The Coffis Brothers stop by for Midday Music on their way to SOMO Redwood Grove for a performance. Music and conversation follows. https://www.facebook.com/CoffisBrothers
Jun 16, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Jeri Jones pays a visit to Midday Music (Aired: June 16, 2022)
Jeri Jones stops by Midday Music for conversation and some live tunes.
Jun 16, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Stacy Antonel & band stop by Morning Music (Aired: June 16, 2022)
Stacy Antonel & her band mates joined us in Studio A to talk about past lives, Buenos Aires and her new release “Always an Outsider."
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 spent Wednesday morning talking with Brian about it’s development and how it is different from her past work. https://www.facebook.com/nickibluhmandthegramblers…
Jun 14, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Stevie Coyle Joins Doug for Midday Music (Aired: June 14, 2022)
Stevie Coyle checked in with Doug about growing up in Southern California, his first guitar, his band The Waybacks, and his duo, The Quitters, who will perform at The Occidental Center For The Arts on Father's Day! Hear music and conversation... https://www.facebook.com/StevieCoyleMusic http://www.steviecoyle.com/
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 and conversation ensued.
Jun 11, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Jacob Benning visits Midday Music (Aired: June 10, 2022)
Jacob Phillip Benning performs at The Lost Church in Santa Rosa Saturday, June 11, at 8pm. Hear music and conversation with Doug Jayne. https://www.jacobphilipbenning.com/
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 band the Untraditionals. Joining Sam and Brian was Chandra Johnson, longtime fiddling bandmate. Check out the new tracks. http://www.thesamchase.com/
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 Blue Note Café. https://www.facebook.com/KINGSBOROUGHBAND www.kingsboroughmusic.com https://www.railroadsquaremusicfestival.com/
Jun 09, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: The Musers stop by to play live on Midday Music with Doug Jayne (Aired: June 9, 2022)
Free Range folk from Sonoma County, the Musers are multi-instrumentalists and award winning song-writers. They bring their homegrown music with verve and heart to the Lost Church in Santa Rosa on June 11th. Hear their visit to KRCB with Doug Jayne during Midday Music. https://www.facebook.com/themusersband/…
Jun 08, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Local musician Kayatta joins Doug for Midday Music (Aired: June 8, 2022)
Local musician Kayatta brings her unique sound to The Railroad Square Music Festival on Sunday June 12. She performs at the Metro Chamber Stage at 4:15pm. Kayatta spoke with Doug Jayne about her music and the challenge of being a female artist. https://poemsandpaper.com/home https://www.facebook.com/kayattamusic…
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. https://www.facebook.com/margocilker https://www.margocilkermusic.com/
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. https://www.bluenotenapa.com/ https://www.facebook.com/bluenotenapa
Jun 01, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Joshua Ray Walker stops by KRCB to chat with Doug Jayne (Aired: June 1, 2022)
East Dallas Singer-Songwriter Joshua Ray Walker is on tour with his band. He stopped by KRCB to talk with Doug Jayne and play some songs. Joshua Ray is a rising star in Americana Music. http://www.joshuaraywalker.com/ https://www.facebook.com/joshuaraywalkermusic (Photo: Courtesy of the artist/Facebook)
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. https://www.eilenjewell.com/ https://www.facebook.com/eilenjewellfanpage (Photo: Courtesy of the artist/NPR)
May 25, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: David Luning stops by the Studio to visit with Brian during Morning Music (Aired: May 25, 2022)
David Luning stops by to promote the FIRST David Luning Band Sonoma County show since December! This Sunday, May 25 at the SOMO Redwood Grove, he performs with John Courage! And the best part - an official handmade fedora will be auctioned off only at this show! For tickets: https://biglink.to/SecondOctave…
May 24, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Aaron Raitiere talks about his debut album with Brian on Morning Music (Aired: May 24, 2022)
Aaron Raitiere is an up and coming Americana musician out of Kentucky. With a little help from good friends Miranda Lambert and Anderson East, his debut release is out. It's called Single Wide Dreamer. Raitiere talks about that and more. https://www.facebook.com/aaronraitiere (Photo credit: Alysse Gafkjen)
May 24, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Filmmakers Betty & Ken Rodgers joinn Doug Jayne for Midday Music (Aired: May 23, 2022)
Betty and Ken Rodgers’ poignant new documentary, I Married the War, focuses on eleven military wives who have had to deal with their husbands’ emotional and physical wounds of war. Betty and Ken Rodgers co-wrote, produced, and directed the film, which includes testimony from three Vietnam War veterans’ wives: Francine…
May 19, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Alan Watt stops by for Morning Music with Brian (Aired: May 19, 2022)
Alan Watt joined Brian Griffith during Morning Music.
May 18, 2022
Johnny & June Forever stop by Morning Music with Brian (Aired: May 18, 2022)
Danny & Essence perform as Johnny & June Forever - A Tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. They stopped by to promote their upcoming show on Friday May 20th in the Abbey at HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol. Doors open at 7pm. Show at 8pm. It's their first public performance in over two years!
May 17, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Emmy-nominated Producer/Director Ron Rogers joins Doug for Midday Music (Aired: May 17, 2022)
In the category of Societal Concerns - News or Long Form Content, NorCal Public Media and Blue Coast Films were nominated for the hard-hitting documentary 3 Seconds in October: The Shooting of Andy Lopez. Filmmaker Ron Rogers joined Doug Jayne on the phone to talk about the film and the nomination. 3 Seconds in…
May 13, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Aaron Lee Tasjan stops by for Morning Music (Aired: May 13, 2022)
Aaron Lee Tasjan stopped by to hang out with Brian on his way home to Nashville after a couple of shows in California. He talked about his Grammy award nomination, new songs, and Bobby Bare, Jr. It’s always a pleasure to see ALT. Hear the conversation below.
May 12, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Hanna Haas stops by the studio for Morning Music (Aired: May 12, 2022)
Hanna Haas stopped by Studio A to share music from her new release “To Her, The Sea." Hanna's first radio interview was with Brian several years ago, he loved seeing her growth as an artist.
May 11, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Smokehouse Gamblers in the house with Brian for Morning Music (Aired: May 11, 2022)
Smokehouse Gamblers perform at the Mystic Theater in Petaluma. Jim Jacobs stopped by for Morning Music to promote the show, the Petaluma Music Festival, and more! Hear the conversation below.
May 09, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: LUVPLANET stops by for Morning Music with Brian (Aired: May 9, 2022)
Mark McGee of Luvplanet stops by to promote the band's latest album and upcoming show at the Mystic Theater on the 14th.
May 06, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Dirty Cello join Doug Jayne for Midday Music (Aired: May 6, 2022)
Dirty Cello stopped by the KRCB studios for Midday Music to promote their upcoming concert at SOMO Concerts in Rohnert Park on May 14! And they played a couple of songs live! Tickets and more available at dirtycello.com Hear the visit below.
May 02, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Josh Rouse makes time on his tour to chat with Brian (Aired: April 29, 2022)
Singer-songwriter Josh Rouse joined Brian in-studio while on a tour of the West coast. They spoke about his living in both Spain and Nashville. Josh has a new album coming out in July recorded entirely in Valencia and shared some of it with us. Hear the conversation below. (Photo: Brian Blauser/courtesy NPR)
May 02, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Rickie Lee Jones chats with Doug for Midday Music (Aired: April 29, 2022)
Rickie Lee Jones burst on the scene in 1979 with her smash debut album Rickie Lee Jones, a hit single with Chuck E's in Love, and an appearance on Saturday Night Live. Rickie Lee spoke with Doug Jayne recently and talked about music, her memoir, Last Chance Texaco, Rice-A-Roni, and her upcoming shows at the Blue Note…
Apr 28, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Ian Noe joined Brian for Morning Music (Aired: April 28, 2022)
Ian Noe called Brian to chat about his new release “River Fools & Mountain Saints”. The Kentucky singer-songwriter talks about his inspirations, from the characters he witnesses in Appalachia to fingerpicking lessons with John Prine. Check out the conversation below. (Photo credit: Melissa Stilwell Photography)
Apr 18, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Taylor Rae joins Brian for Morning Music (Aired: April 18, 2022)
Taylor Rae is a promising young artist originally from the Santa Cruz mountains who now calls Austin home. Her new release “Mad Twenties” is a fully realized collection of original tunes. Hints of jazz, country and Americana flow through the album, making it impossible to pidgeon-hole. Rae joined Brian to talk about…
Apr 01, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Willie Nelson's Ranch and more at SXSW (Aired: March 31, 2022)
Recently, Steve Mencher joined Doug Jayne on Midday Music. Steve is KRCB’s former news director, and current producer of our award-winning environmental podcast, Living Downstream. Steve recently attended SXSW and shared the experience. Great music, wonderful films, and insider tips on attending the festival. Hear his…
Apr 01, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: The Real Sarahs stopped by the studio today (Aired: April 1, 2022)
The Real Sarahs perform at the Hopmonk in Sebastopol this Saturday. But first, they stopped by the KRCB 104.9 studios to chat with Brian for Morning Music. Their minimalist approach to instrumentation really highlights their skillful harmonies and heartfelt songwriting. Hear for yourself below.…
Mar 31, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Wreckless Strangers bring good times and good tunes to Morning Music (Aired: March 31, 2022)
The Wreckless Strangers squeezed into Studio A this morning to share music from their new release “When the Sun and a Blue Star Collide”. A diverse collection of well-known musicians from the North Bay including Austin De Lone, Mick Hellman, David Noble, Josh Zucker, Rob Anderson and powerhouse vocalist Amber Morris…
Mar 30, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: The Musers stop by for Midday Music (Aired: March 30, 2022)
Megan McLaughlin and Tom Kuhn of the Musers stopped by during Doug Jayne's Midday Music show and played a few live tunes. The also talked about what's coming up for the band and their show at the Hopmonk in Sebastopol on Saturday, April 2nd. Hear the full conversation below. https://www.themusersband.com/…
Mar 30, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Twisted Pine join Brian for Morning Music (Aired: March 30, 2022)
Boston-based Twisted Pine perform at The Lost Church Wednesday night (3/30) at 7:30pm. The band stopped by to chat with KRCB Music Director Brian Griffith. Hear the conversation below! https://www.twistedpineband.com/home https://www.facebook.com/twistedpinemusic
Mar 30, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Sarah Jarosz chats with Brian on Morning Music (Aired: March 30, 2022)
A four-time Grammy Award-winner and ten-time nominee, Sarah Jarosz is touring her Grammy-nominated Blue Heron Suite and her 2020 Grammy-winning World on the Ground. She'll be playing the Mystic Theater in Petaluma on April 2nd. She joined Brian for Morning Music on Wednesday. Hear the conversation below.…
Mar 23, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Allison Harris joins Brian in the studio for Morning Music (Aired: March 23, 2022)
Alison Harris joined Brian to promote her upcoming appearance at Hopmonk/Sebastopol supporting Della Mae on Tuesday, March 29th. Alison is well known to NorBay music lovers as a former member of the Bootleg Honeys as well as for her solo work. Alison also teaches with voice, piano, and performance classes…
Mar 18, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Women's Music star June Millington talks with Doug Jayne (Aired: March 18, 2022)
June Millington has done a lot. Besides fronting the band, Fanny, she is a star in Women's Music, created the Institute for the Musical Arts (IMA), wrote a memoir, and had a documentary film made about her. June spoke with Doug Jayne on Midday Music. Hear the conversation here.…
Mar 18, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Documentary filmmaker Bobbi Jo Hart talks with Doug jayne about "Fanny: The Right to Rock" (Aired: March 18, 2022)
Documentary filmmaker Bobbi Jo Hart celebrates the screening of her film, "Fanny: The Right to Rock", by visiting Doug Jayne. Bobbi Jo talks about the process, her 25-year career, and getting to know Fanny, the first all-girl rock band to be signed to a major label over 50 years ago. Hear the conversation here.…
Mar 16, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Doug Jayne interviews film director Ted Roach on Midday Music (Aired: March 16, 2022)
Doug Jayne interviewed film director Ted Roach during Midday Music. His film, "Leftover Feelings: A Studio B Revival," closes the Sebastopol Documentary Film Festival on March 27. Hear the conversation here! For more information visit https://sebastopolfilmfestival.org/
Mar 16, 2022
WATCH LIVE: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivers virtual address to Congress - Wednesday at 6am
Liam James Doyle/NPRUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will deliver a virtual address to Congress Wednesday morning. His remarks come as the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its third week.
Mar 15, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Celebrity photographer/director Ethan Russell chats with Doug Jayne for Midday Music (Aired: March 15, 2022)
Only a handful of people were backstage with the Rolling Stones at Altamont or watched The Beatles' very last live performance together on the roof of Apple Records. Ethan Russell is one of them. Ethan talked to Doug Jayne on Midday Music. His one man show, "The Best Seat in the House," comes to Saratoga on March 19.…
Mar 14, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Blues siren and NorCal native Katie Knipp joins Brian for Morning Music (Aired: March 14, 2022)
Blues Americana singer/songwriter Katie Knipp is blessed with a powerful voice and knows how to tell stories using a piano, guitar, dobro, and harmonica. She's working on a new live album which is due out this month. She'll be appearing at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley on March 17. She spent some time chatting…
Mar 09, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Lucy Kaplansky joined Brian for Morning Music (Aired: March 8, 2022)
New York singer/songwriter and friend of the station, Lucy Kaplansky talked with KRCB Music Director Brian Griffith about her upcoming show at the Hopmonk Tavern in Novato on March 11, and more! Check it out here! Her new album, Everyday Street, is her first solo album since 2012. Available as a download or at her…
Mar 07, 2022
MUSIC NEWS: Kentucky singer Rhyan Sinclair joins Brian to talk about writing Letters to Aliens (Aired: March 7, 2022)
Kentucky singer/songwriter Rhyan Sinclair's new album, Letters to Aliens, is out now! She joined KRCB Music Director Brian Griffith to talk about her latest release, her musical family, and how she sent letters to aliens. Check it out here! https://www.rhyansinclair.com/
Mar 05, 2022
Ericka Ambrin joined Brian for Morning Music (Aired: March 4, 2022)
Erica Ambrin is a singer/songwriter living in Sonoma County who captivates the audience with her soulful voice and dynamic style. She has shared the stage with Nappy Roots, The Wailers, Martin Luther, Anuhea and was a contestant on American Idol. She chatted with KRCB Music Director Brian Griffith about why her music…
Mar 02, 2022
Freedy Johnston talks with Doug Jayne about his upcoming gig at The Lost Church
Doug Jayne has been a fan of Freedy Johnston for a long time. Johnston's breakthrough album on Bar None Records was 1992's Can You Fly. Johnston then signed to Elektra Records and in 1994 worked with producer Butch Vig on his biggest record, This Perfect World. This album featured the radio hit “Bad Reputation,” which…
Mar 01, 2022
Rebecca Roudman of Dirty Cello joins Doug for Midday Music
Rebecca Roudman fronts the popular NorCal group, Dirty Cello. This week the band releases a new CD, "Dirty Cello Smokes the 60s." It's a revisit of classic rock like you've never heard! To celebrate, Dirty Cello performs two nights at Hopmonk in Sebastopol: Friday, March 11, and Saturday, March 12. Rebecca joined me…
Feb 18, 2022
Taylor Rae talks with Brian about her two tour dates in Sonoma County this weekend and more
Bluesy, jazzy, souly, funky, rocky Taylor Rae has two Sonoma County tour dates this weekend and chats with Brian a bit on Friday's Mornign Music show! She kicks off the Appalachian leg of her tour next week! Hear the conversation here. https://www.taylorraemusic.com/tour
Feb 17, 2022
Sarah Borges talks with Brian about her new release "Together Alone"
Sarah Borges is a Boston native and her new album, “Together Alone,” comes out Friday, February 18th. Hear Sarah's conversation with KRCB Morning Music host Brian Griffith.
Feb 17, 2022
Hiss Golden Messenger’s lead MC Taylor joins Brian for Morning Music
Hiss Golden Messenger’s lead is MC Taylor. The band is currently on tour to support the 2021 release “Quietly Blowing It.” Hear MC's conversation with KRCB Morning Music host Brian Griffith.
Feb 16, 2022
Sam Chase talks with Brian Griffith about his upcoming release and John Prine
Sam Chase of The Sam Chase & the Untraditional joins KRCB Music Director Brian Griffith to talk about his new release due later this spring. It's tentativelycalled “You Call This an Album?” He also talks about his upcoming show at the Hopmonk, Sebastopol, and John Prine. Have a listen!
Dec 22, 2021
Female folk harmony group Bad Luck Magpies visit Studio A
Credit: Michael O'Brien/KRCBSo much fun having the female folk harmony group Bad Luck Magpies visit Studio A to play and chat about their upcoming show at the Lost Church. The three singers from a variety of different bands have created an exciting new group that blends their beautiful voices and lush instruments.…
Dec 13, 2021
John Sebastian joins Brian Griffith for Morning Music
Brian had a nice chat with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, and founder of the Lovin’ Spoonful, John Sebastian. They spoke of the new release “Exploring the Lovin’ Spoonful Songbook” featuring Arlen Roth and special guests, John’s accidental Woodstock performance and how not to make Bonnie Raitt angry. (Photo: Courtesy of…
Dec 13, 2021
Amanda Shires chats with Brian Griffith on Morning Music
Brian had a lovely chat with his friend Amanda Shires during Morning Music on Wednesday, December 8, 2021. They talked about her new holiday album “For Christmas," a recent health scare that sent her to the hospital, and her fight for women’s reproductive rights. Learn more about Amanda Shires. Hear Morning Music with…
Dec 08, 2021
Bruce Cockburn chats with Doug Jayne during Midday Music
Bruce Cockburn is one of the most beloved and celebrated singer-songwriters in the world. Just prior to starting a tour to promote his new album, Greatest Hits 1970-2020, Bruce took the time to speak with Doug Jayne about Canada, The Beatles, and the first time he heard himself on the radio! The interview aired…
Dec 01, 2021
Tom and Dick Smothers along with Marc Maron join Doug Jayne on a Wednesday afternoon
December 1 was an exciting day at KRCB 104.9! Doug Jayne came to work early to do a phone interview with Bruce Cockburn. Jayne told Cockburn he was particularly excited because two of his heroes, the Smothers Brothers, were in the next studio recording an interview with Marc Maron for his "WTF" podcast. "When my show…
Nov 02, 2021
Sarah Baker tells Doug Jayne about writing the music for “I Married the War”
Sarah Baker spoke with Doug Jayne during Midday Music on November 2, 2021. (Photo courtesy of Sarah Baker)The conversation is just beginning. I Married the War, Wives of Combat Veterans Tell Their Stories, premiers virtually November 6th at 7:00 pm Eastern The groundbreaking film tells the stories that expose the…