ALBUM: Peter, Paul and Mommy
If the folk music of the 1960s had a supergroup, it would be Peter, Paul and Mary, who consisted of Peter Yarrow, Paul Stookey and Mary Travers. Today we want to feature an entire album listen for Peter, Paul and Mommy, their …. Read More
BORN ON THIS DAY: Howlin’ Wolf (1910)
We are going to be playing some Howlin’ Wolf later today. Thanks to the National Blues Museum for reminding us. Go follow them on Twitter to learn more. And get yourself started here.
LUNCH LISTEN: Ray Charles
Today for our noon hour, we will be featuring music by the genius songwriter Ray Charles Robinson. What a remarkable life! Brother Ray lost his eyesight at a young age due to glaucoma and rose to stardom to become an influential icon. …. Read More
BORN ON THIS DAY: Curtis Mayfield (1942)
According to Wikipedia… Curtis Lee Mayfield (June 3, 1942 – December 26, 1999) was an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and record producer, and one of the most influential musicians behind soul and politically conscious African-American music. He first achieved success and recognition with The Impressions during the civil rights movement of the …. Read More