Thursday, December 17
It’s a special episode of Strange Currency titled “The Last Shall Be Best Vol.1.” We’ll hear some of the finest final songs on album from King Crimson, Led Zeppelin, The Beatles and more.
Friday, December 18
We mark the birthday of Keith Richards with songs from his solo career as well as music from his work with the Rolling Stones.
Saturday, December 19
We’ll hear music from The Wonder Revolution’s Wow album as well as music from Mike Keneally, The World Palestine and Petra Haden with Bill Frisell.
Monday, December 21
We mark the birthday of American composer and musician Frank Zappa, who is the subject of the new documentary film, Zappa, directed by Alex Winter.
Tuesday, December 22
Listen for holiday music from Paul McCartney, Norah Jones, The Head and The Heart and more.
Wednesday, December 23
We mark the birthday of Adrian Belew with selections from his work with Paul Simon, Talking Heads, King Crimson and as a solo artist.
Thursday, December 24
Listen for holiday music from Sufjan Stevens, The Black Crowes, Lyle Lovett and others.
Friday, December 25
More holiday music from Sister Rosetta Tharpe, The Band, and Danny Elfman.
Saturday, December 26
Listen for music from Mcartney III, the latest from Paul McCartney and songs from The World Palestine.