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Wednesday | April 24, 2024
Strange Mysterious Sounds: Demo Love Edition
The Big G welcomes Strange Wave host Natalie Hoffman and Analog Delay's J. B. Horrell to the show. They play collected demos from Michael Beach, Model Zero, Sweeping Promises, Marcus King ane more.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240424160008-76-914-strange-mysterious-sounds-wyxr.mp3
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Tuesday | April 23, 2024
Talkin Memphis with Sean Gonzalez
Sean Gonzalez is a producer, rapper, DJ, singer, songwriter, and creative director from La Paz, Bolivia. He has been signed to NYC label Bentley Records since 2017, with whom he released three LPs to critical acclaim both locally and internationally. In 2019 he was awarded the Best Talent under 25 Prize in Berlin, Germany, in the category of Culture. Since then he has played shows on three continents including performances for Sofar Sounds in Miami and electronic music gigs in Berlin and New York City, where he is now based. He collaborated with world class artists such as Mick Jenkins and is now working toward his fourth album titled Planned Obsolescence. He stopped by WYXR studios to talk with Robby and perform a couple of songs.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240422190007-52-892-talkin-memphis-wyxr.mp3
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Sunday | April 21, 2024
Thrust with special guest: Photay
A composer of thick textures, juicy rhythms, and worldly electronic jams, Photay has been consistently releasing music in the spirit of THRUST. His work A composer of thick textures, juicy rhythms, and worldly electronic jams, Photay has been consistently releasing music in the spirit of THRUST. His work extends a wide embrace towards the adventurous and improvisational with “a love of Black Atlantic polyrhythms”, jazz, and chamber music. He’s collaborated with many talented players familiar to the program, including Carlos Niños and Sarathy Korwar. Tune in from noon to 2pm on 91.7fm WYXR! Thanks to Ramzi for hooking it up. a wide embrace towards the adventurous and improvisational with “a love of Black Atlantic polyrhythms”, jazz, and chamber music. He’s collaborated with many talented players familiar to the program, including Carlos Niños and Sarathy Korwar. Tune in from noon to 2pm on 91.7fm WYXR! Thanks to Ramzi for hooking it up.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240421120008-38-966-thrust-wyxr.mp3
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Thursday | April 18, 2024
Alice Berry, Patrick Polsin, and Newman Jones Discuss 'Into the Woods' at University of Memphis Theatre
Alice Berry, Patrick Polsin, and Newman Jones swing by the studio to talk about working on the University of Memphis Theatre’s production of “Into the Woods"
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240418100012-7-574-thursday-empty-slot-wyxr.mp3
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Wednesday | April 17, 2024
Lil' Noid Brings The Paranoid Funk to Nervous Wreck
Memphis rap pioneer and Binghampton representative Lil' Noid visits WYXR to celebrate his recent appearance on The Black Keys' album Ohio Players, with host Jay B. and special guest Cole Wheeler.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240417133114-20240416200007-64-826-nervous-wreck-radio-wyxr.mp3
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Friday | April 12, 2024
Louise Page performs live on Finders Keepers with Amanda
Louise Page performs live on Finders Keepers with Amanda as part of the WYXR Spring Pledge Drive
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20240413111125-LouisePageliveonFindersKeepers.mp3
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Friday | April 12, 2024
Thacker Mountain Hour with guest Hope Clayburn
Thacker Mountain Radio Hour features Memphis performer Hope Clayburn. Tune in and hear her play jams from her new LP!
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240412060007-18-696-thacker-mountain-hour-wyxr.mp3
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Thursday | April 11, 2024
Nonconnah live on WYXR
Zachary and Denny stop by the station and play a live set and talk with Robby and Liv during pledge drive.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20240411140448-2024-04-11-Nonconnah-live-with-interview.mp3
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Wednesday | April 10, 2024
Nervous Wreck Radio with very special guest Julien Baker
Nervous Wreck Radio Pledge Drive Throwdown with Julien Baker, Yella P and friends!
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240409200011-64-826-nervous-wreck-radio-wyxr.mp3
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Wednesday | April 10, 2024
Can You Feel It Radio with Brandon and guest Larry Heard
Can You Feel It Radio host Brandon Eaves welcomes house music pioneer, Larry Heard, for a live guest DJ set for Spring Pledge Drive.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240409190006-127-908-can-you-feel-it-radio-wyxr.mp3
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Tuesday | April 9, 2024
Straight From The Source Pledge Drive Edition with Joybomb
Joybomb stops by Straight From The Source w/ Elizabeth and Liv to play some songs and talk.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240409130009-60-905-straight-from-the-source-wyxr.mp3
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Tuesday | April 9, 2024
Talkin Memphis with Lina Beach
Liv chats with musician Lina Beach about her music. Lina performs a few songs live on the air.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240408190008-52-892-talkin-memphis-wyxr.mp3
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Monday | April 8, 2024
Zoë Dominguez performs live
Zoë Dominguez performs live on WYXR as part of our WYXR Spring Drive
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240408130008-47-887-memphis-metropolis-wyxr.mp3
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Sunday | April 7, 2024
We Belong Spring Pledge Drive edition with RØA
RØA hangs and plays music with Dee on this special edition of We Belong
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240407160009-42-879-we-belong-wyxr.mp3
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Sunday | April 7, 2024
Puttin on Airs with special guest Bryan Hartley
Singer/songwriter Bryan Hartley performed and DJ'd with Brandi during the Spring Pledge Drive edition of Puttin' on Airs.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240407090008-36-874-puttin-on-airs-wyxr.mp3
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Saturday | April 6, 2024
Get Buck Guest DJ Competition w/ John Harrison Jones
Get Buck Guest DJ John Harrison Jones plays his current favorites with Liv and Mary.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240406170007-139-1029-get-buck-guest-dj-competition-wyxr.mp3
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Saturday | April 6, 2024
Get Buck Guest DJ Competition w/ Magical Miss Mothie
Get Buck Guest DJ Magical Miss Mothie hangs out with Liv for an hour playing some tunes.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240406160006-139-1028-get-buck-guest-dj-competition-wyxr.mp3
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Saturday | April 6, 2024
Get Buck Guest DJ Competition w/ David Quarles
Get Buck Guest DJ David Quarles spins his favorites and hangs with Robby and Mary
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240406150007-139-1027-get-buck-guest-dj-competition-wyxr.mp3
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Saturday | April 6, 2024
Get Buck Guest DJ Competition w/ Martha Hample
Get Buck Guest DJ Martha Hample plays her favorites with Robby and Mary sitting in.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240406140007-139-1026-get-buck-guest-dj-competition-wyxr.mp3
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Thursday | April 4, 2024
Cabbages and Kings with guests Those Pretty Wrongs
Don't miss the live magic of Those Pretty Wrongs this Thursday on WYXR 91.7 FM's "Cabbages & Kings," which airs TODAY from 2-4 p.m.! Featuring the legendary Jody Stephens (formerly of Big Star) and the spectacular Luther Russell, their music is a breath of fresh air with a nod to musical legacies.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240404140007-11-327-cabbages-and-kings-wyxr.mp3
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Thursday | April 4, 2024
Hearing Colors w/guests Memphis Tattoo Festival
The folks with Memphis Tattoo festival stop by Hearing Colors w/ DY3 to talk about their upcoming festival.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240403230006-149-974-hearing-colors-wyxr.mp3
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Tuesday | April 2, 2024
Eki Shola on The Audiobox
Music artist Eki Shola joins Devin Jermaine and Trinity Adair on a special episode of The Audio Box. Shola shares insights into recording her latest album 'Kaeru' in Japan, delves into her unique artistic journey, and explores how her life experiences shape her songwriting.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20240402160330-AudioBox-EkiShola-Interview.mp3
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Sunday | March 31, 2024
Thrust with special guest Raffi Garabedian
THRUST will talk to Raffi Garabedian, whose new record “The Crazy Dog” is inspired by a very (in my opinion) American story: his grandparents’ writing about their escape from Turkish Armenia during the 1915 Armenian Genocide in World War I. This is a jazz-adjacent record that explores many styles, full of songs that can fit many settings: dancing, eating a home cooked meal, gazing up at the loon—and including lyrics taken from his grandmother’s letters and poetry. Tune in!
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240331120008-38-966-thrust-wyxr.mp3
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Friday | March 29, 2024
Welcome to Neosoulville with special guest Marcella Simien
Welcome to Neosoulville interviews Marcella Simien. She also does a live performance on air!
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240329100007-20-853-welcome-to-neosoulville-wyxr.mp3
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Friday | March 29, 2024
Thacker Mountain Hour with guest Cyrena Wages
Memphis artist Cyrena Wages stops by Thacker Mountain Radio Hour this week.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240329060008-18-696-thacker-mountain-hour-wyxr.mp3
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Thursday | March 28, 2024
Reachin Out w/ guest Tommy Charles from Bristol U.K.
Tonight on Reachin’ Out we have @tommycharles45 in the studio from Bristol U.K. Tune in to @wyxr_memphis 91.7 or online at WYXR.ORG 8-9pm CST.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240327200007-77-917-reachin-out-wyxr.mp3
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Friday | March 22, 2024
Kurt Vile on Switchin' to Glide
Tune in to hear Kurt Vile, the famous American singer, producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, join Switchin' to Glide to chat.
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Friday | March 22, 2024
Interview with Emily Barker
Amanda Dent interviews Emily Barker, the award-winning contemporary songwriter.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20240322144458-3-15-2024InterviewwithEmilyBarker.mp3
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Wednesday | March 13, 2024
Frankie & Jay B. Talk Bridge Builders
Shelby County Deputy Chief of Staff Frankie Dakin and WYXR Program Manager Jared "Jay B." Boyd speak about their experience with the Memphis-based youth leadership program Bridge Builders. Both Frankie and Jay B. participated as students and staffers in the program, founded in 1988, before going on to their respective careers. Today, they serve as two of the newest members of the Bridge Builders Board of Directors. As the intake season for the summer conference is now underway, the two advocates reminisced on the program's impact on their trajectories.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240313135136-20240311190006-52-892-talkin-memphis-wyxr.mp3
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Monday | March 11, 2024
Psymon Spine Pops In!
Brooklyn-based band Psymon Spine took over WYXR 91.7 FM ahead of a live performance at Wiseacre Brewing Company with Daykisser!
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240311141545-20240311130007-47-887-memphis-metropolis-wyxr.mp3
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Wednesday | March 6, 2024
Riverbeat Music Festival Lineup Announcement
We're ready to shake the city up with an exclusive Riverbeat Music Festival lineup announcement on-air special. Tune in to hear all about the acts who'll be making some noise at Tom Lee Park come May. Guests include Mike Smith with Mempho, Boo Mitchell and Rodd Bland.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240306110008-69-984-a-corner-called-jazz-wyxr.mp3
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Thursday | February 29, 2024
JJ Weihl on Thrust
Here on THRUST, I’m chatting with JJ Weihl, who makes future-shocked pop music as Discovery Zone. The next Discovery Zone record, Quantum Web, comes out on March 8th, and I highly recommend starting with 2020’s Remote Control. Join us on the air.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20240229132048-2024-02-25-thrust-wyxr.mp3
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Tuesday | February 27, 2024
Young People Are Invited To 'Mending Hearts' with Orpheum Theatre
In this interview, host Jared 'Jay B.' Boyd speaks with Jennifer McGrath, VP of Education & Community Engagement at Orpheum Theatre Group, about the impactful Mending Hearts Camp. McGrath discusses how the camp blends performing arts with emotional support for young people who've lost a parent. She highlights the role of trained artists and counselors, partnerships with FedEx and Elvis Presley Enterprises, and the camp's broader impact on Memphis. This conversation sheds light on the transformative power of the arts in healing and fostering hope.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240227115438-OrpheumMendingHeartsInterview-Jenn.mp3
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Friday | February 23, 2024
Matt Ross-Spang and Sophie Baldwin: Radio de Oro
Grammy-winning Producer Matt Ross-Spang and artist manager Sophie Baldwin’s show Radio de Oro, deep dives in contemporary and past, desert rock / blues.
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Tuesday | February 20, 2024
Nailah Hunter on Thrust
tune in to hear me chat with Nailah Hunter, a harpist/multi-instrumentalist whose music speaks to the mysterious, spiritual human experience. Her debut album, Lovegaze, came out in January. Her focus on nature-worship, solace, and wonder is familiar territory for the show. From the press release, Lovegaze is: “a willful reminder of the fortitude and beauty of Earth’s natural processes. As Hunter says: “Nature remains; we’re the passing thing.”
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20240220111814-2024-02-18-thrust-wyxr.mp3
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Tuesday | February 20, 2024
Keiko Gonzalez and Matias Paradela join Talkin' Memphis
Memphis artist, Mary Jo Karimnia, and South American artists Keiko Gonzalez and Matias Paradela (Niño Grande) talk about art north and south of the equator and their upcoming Studiohouse Openhouse.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20240220110130-2024-02-19--talkin-memphis-wyxr.mp3
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Tuesday | February 13, 2024
Talkin' Memphis joined by MFA University of Memphis Students
In this episode of “Talkin’ Memphis,” guest host Shelby McCall leads a captivating discussion with a group of talented MFA students from the University of Memphis: Gloria Mwaniga Odary, K.M. Hardwick, Joshua Carlucci, and Jacob Williams. The show highlights the rich diversity of literary voices emerging from Memphis as the students share their experiences and works with the audience. Each guest offers unique insights into their writing journey, from navigating the creative process to finding inspiration in the vibrant culture of Memphis. Listeners are treated to readings of engaging poetry and compelling fiction pieces, showcasing the depth and breadth of talent within the local literary scene. Through thought-provoking conversations and captivating performances, the episode celebrates the power of storytelling and the dynamic voices shaping the literary landscape of Memphis.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20240213125528-2024-02-12-talkin-memphis-wyxr.mp3
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Tuesday | February 13, 2024
Talibah Safiya on Thrust
Talibah , MadameFraankie, and Ari Morris guest on Thrust. You’ve likely heard a piece of her new project on WYXR via the excellent single “Papa Please!” — the Black Magic EP dives deep into the traditions that form the building blocks of American music, and features contributions from Brandon Deener, Ari Morris, Madame Fraankie, and ANTE.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20240213123441-2024-02-11-thrust-wyxr.mp3
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Thursday | February 8, 2024
Birdcap on Talkin' Memphis
Tune in to hear Jay B. interview Birdcap, a renowned street artist, on Talkin' Memphis.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20240208111634-talkin-memphis-birdcap-2024-02-05.mp3
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Tuesday | February 6, 2024
Hearing Colors with Ante
Ante joins "Hearing Colors." Tune in!
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20240206164739-2024-01-31-hearing-colors-wyxr.mp3
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Thursday | January 25, 2024
Analog Delay with Jeff "Bunny" Dutton
On January 14th, 2024, Jeff “Bunny” Dutton stops by to talk about his current project, Dirty Spiders, and listen to some of his newest releases.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20240125120246-analog-delay-jeff-bunny-1-14-24.mp3
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Wednesday | January 24, 2024
Paul Young on Real Talk Memphis
Chip Washington serves up "Real Talk" weekly with guests serving our city. This week, he welcomed the recently elected Mayor of Memphis Paul Young to his show to discuss his outlook on moving the Bluff City forward following a challenging stretch of weeks for residents.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240124164034-20240122180008-51-891-real-talk-wyxr.mp3
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Wednesday | January 17, 2024
Lil' Wyte on Nervous Wreck
Ahead of the release of his new collaborative album, "Who TF Is Justin Time vs. Lil' Wyte," the Memphis rap legend checked in with DJ Bizzle Bluebland.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20240117153510-NWR-Blanco_mixdown.mp3
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Thursday | November 30, 2023
Healy on Talkin' Memphis
Tune in to Talkin' Memphis to hear Ross interview musician Healy.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20231130141700-20231113-healy-talkin-memphis-wyxr.mp3
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Thursday | November 30, 2023
Song on The Radio: Special Episode
Tune into Song on The Radio to hear special guest Shelby Byrant and more!
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20231130140224-song-on-the-radio-wyrx-2023-11-29.mp3
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Friday | November 17, 2023
Dr. Dog on Sonosphere
Dr. Dog's Scott McMicken is making a move toward our studio today for an exclusive sit-down and performance with Amy Schaftlein on "Sonosphere."
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20231117121047-20231113-dr-dog-sonosphere-wyxr.mp3
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Monday | September 25, 2023
The Way They Play MOSH Panel
The Deeper Groove panel discussion spotlights special guest musicians in discussions and demonstrations. Take a deep dive into the iconic styles, tricks, techniques, and quirks of some of Memphis’s most amazing artists. This special features Alicja Trout, Steve Selvidge, and MadameFraankie. This project was funded in part by a grant from Humanities Tennessee, an independent affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20231102150515-20231030talkin-memphis-wyxr-mosh-talk.mp3
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Saturday | September 16, 2023
Jason Isbell Live At WYXR
Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Jason Isbell came to Memphis on Saturday, September 16th. Before he took the stage at Radians Amphitheater, he was live on-air at WYXR for an exclusive solo acoustic performance and interview in our studio.
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Tuesday | August 29, 2023
Clive Davis Memphis Interview
During our trip to New York City, we made time for one more exclusive interview with a music industry giant. As perhaps one of the most prolific record executives in modern music, Clive Davis is a noted influence over the carers of countless artists and record industry professionals. If we started listing them now, we'd be here until the next newsletter. So, it shouldn't surprise anyone that, with Memphis' decades-long musical prowess, Davis has crossed paths with quite a few folks from our fair city. We won't blame you if you are surprised that we convinced Mr. Davis to spend an afternoon talking to us during our recent trip to New York City. In fact, we're still a little confused that we pulled it off! Nevertheless, we made it happen, and we're excited for you to hear the conversation, which centers around the Memphis music stories that include Davis' impact. Hear his take on the likes of Aretha Franklin, Maurice White, and, of course, his well-publicized involvement in the final days of Stax Records.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20230828190010-52-892-talkin-memphis-wyxr.mp3
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Friday | July 7, 2023
Beale Street Soul Man Dan Greer Visits WYXR
Singer, songwriter, producer, label owner, and painter Dan Greer came by the WYXR studio to share stories of his life in music, from his songwriting exploits with collaborator George Jackson to his production alongside the likes of Linda Luchessi, Mike Curb, and Willie Mitchell. Also, hear how Greer, a recipient of WYXR's 2023 DOWD Award, became inspired by a 1980s hippopotamus to complete his latest project.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20230707120655-DanGreeronWYXR_mixdown.mp3
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Friday | April 14, 2023
Legend Lady J - WYXR's Stereo Session 8
The second event of WYXR's Stereo Sessions' season, presented by MEMPHO, took place on April 12th at the Memphis Listening Lab in Crosstown Concourse. Hosted by Jared "Jay B." Boyd, the immersive music experience featured pioneering Memphis rapper The Legend Lady J and her 1994 album "Glock N' My Hand." Attendees were treated to the album on a state-of-the-art sound system and gained insights from The Legend Lady J herself. The event was sponsored by Crosstown Brewing Company, Memphis Listening Lab, Via Productions, and Goner Records, with more information available at wyxr.org/stereo-sessions.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/crosstown/20230414164528-StereoSession8-LegendLadyJ-websiteedit.mp3
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Monday | October 10, 2022
Wilco Was Here...
We welcomed Wilco with open arms to perform live in our studio and interview with host Brandi Rinks. Listen to the music and relive the magic moment.
Listen now: https://crosstown-od.streamguys1.com/wyxr/20221010130214-WilcoLiveatWYXR10-02-22.mp3