Monday, January 5
We celebrate National Bird Day with selections from The Beatles, Adrian Belew, Eels, Colin Hay, The Trashmen, and more.
Tuesday, January 6
Because he worked at a taco stand named Top Taco, Los Angeles musician James Koncek received the nickname Top Jimmy. He went on to lead the legendary Los Angeles band Top Jimmy & The Rhythm Pigs who were immortalized in the 1984 song “Top Jimmy” by Van Halen. The long-out-of-print Top Jimmy & The Rhythm Pigs album Pigus Drunkus Maximus, which was produced by Steve Berlin (The Blasters, Los Lobos) is being reissued in early 2026. We’ll hear selections from that release on this episode plus much more.
Wednesday, January 7
We’ll remember some of the musicians we lost in 2025, including Mick Ralphs of Bad Company, Richard Davies of Supertramp, Sam Moore of Sam and Dave, and Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys.
Thursday, January 8
We’ll hear selections from David Bowie as well as new music from his longtime bass player Gail Ann Dorsey, a selection from the upcoming solo album from Flea, plus Billy Sheehan, Bryan Beller, and music from Pink Floyd’s classic album, Wish You Were Here.
Friday, January 9
We’ll remember legendary guitarist, songwriter and producer Steve Cropper on this episode with music from throughout his career, including his work with Otis Redding, Booker T. & The MG’s and Mavis Staples. Plus: Selections from John Lee Hooker, Janis Joplin, Little Walter, and more.
Saturday, January 10
Listen for music from Hurricane Umbrellas by The Gunshy, selections from Josh Hughes, Juliana Hatfield, The Beatles, and Chicago Farmer.
