Play Something Sweet

Join me today on Play Something Sweet in welcoming my friend and Laguna Beach musician, Ethan Staus, to the show - to discuss his new record - Tangled.

Play Something Sweet - Today I am joined by my friend and jazz admirer, Owen Blum, who takes us on a journey through the spirituality of jazz. Music by Ornette Coleman, John Coltrane, Alice Coltrane, Pharoah Sanders, Albert Ayler, Kamasi Washington, and Floating Points.

Today on Play Something Sweet -- I welcome my music friend, Todd Katovsich, who brings desert country vibes and alt country tunes for a Stagecoach preview. Music by Uncle Tupelo, Whiskeytown, Wilco, Ryan Bingham, Jason Isbell, Charley Crockett, Son Volt, and more!

Play Something Sweet: Today we explore the history and cultural importance of The Apollo Theater. Music by James Brown, Dinah Washington, Ray Charles, and Stevie Wonder.

Today on Play Something Sweet we discuss why Bruce Springsteen is a national treasure and play lesser-known tracks. Music by Bruce Springsteen.

LOCAL ARTIST SPOTLIGHT - Today on Play Something Sweet I interview accomplished local musician, Phil Gough, who brings an eclectic playlist and performs incredible live original songs.

Tune in to Play Something Sweet today as we discuss the history of the Temperance Movement and the road to Prohibition in the United States and listen to an eclectic mix of good ol' drinking songs! Music by Jimmy Liggins, Norah Jones, Merle Haggard, John Lee Hooker, Jimmy Rogers, Colin Hay, Jeff Beck, Rod Stewart, Nancy Wilson, A.J. Croce, Jello Biafra, Mojo Nixon, Loudon Wainwright III, Dave Matt...

Today on Play Something Sweet -- I am joined in studio by local Laguna Beach musician Bob Hawkins who takes us on a journey through his musical influences.

Today on Play Something Sweet we are honoring the sweethearts of the Grand Ole Opry. Music by Kitty Wells, Patsy Cline, Jean Shepard, Connie Smith, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, Tanya Tucker, Dolly Parton, Bobbie Gentry, Barbara Mandrell, Linda Martell, Crystal Gayle, Emmylou Harris, and June Carter Cash.

Today on Play Something Sweet - we look at the influence of the piano on rock music. Music by Elton John, Billy Joel, and Leon Russell.

Play Something Sweet: Today we explore the cultural impact of Prince. Music by Prince.

Today on Play Something Sweet -- we explore music from the 2000s with Valentines Vibes. Music by Norah Jones, Ben Taylor, Bob Schneider, Bright Eyes, Alexi Murdoch, The Wood Brothers, Jackie Greene, Eric Lindell, JJ Grey, AJ Croce, Turnpike Troubadours, and Mark Knopfler.

Play Something Sweet: Today we celebrate 2023 Grammy-nominated Americana, Blues, and Roots Music! Music by Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, Keb Mo, Taj Mahal, Willie Nelson, Dr. John, Brandi Carlisle, and many more!

Today on Play Something Sweet we are excited to welcome Warren Murrel from Robert Jon & The Wreck for a conversation and some great music! Music by Robert Jon & The Wreck, King Tree & The Earthmothers, Bywater Call, Jade Macrae, Jeremie Albino, Balto, and Rival Sons.

Today on Play Something Sweet - My friend, Celeste Gilles, joins me in-studio to reminisce about John Hughes films and play a fun set of 1980s music! Music by OMD, The Psychedelic Furs, Thompson Twins, Echo and the Bunnymen, Billy Idol, and Kate Bush.

Play Something Sweet: Today we dive into Cool Jazz. Music by Stan Getz, Gerry Mulligan, Chet Baker, Miles Davis, and Dave Brubeck.

Today on Play Something Sweet we are celebrating the Winter Solstice and playing a collage of music. Music by the Indigo Girls, Paul Simon, Cat Stevens, The Band, Bob Dylan, G. Love, B.B. King, the Rolling Stones, Van Morrison, James Brown, Kenny Loggins, A.J. Croce, and Dr. John.

It's a Holiday Ramble on Play Something Sweet today! Music by Willie Nelson and Norah Jones, Bruce Springsteen, Run-DMC, G Love, Eric Clapton, Adam Sandler, Robert Earl Keen, the Kinks, Dave Matthews Band, and B.B. King.

On this episode of Play Something Sweet, Patti Compton interviews local Laguna Beach musician, Ethan Staus, and plays music curated by Ethan - including the premiere of his new song and an in-studio live performance.

Play Something Sweet - Today we travel the Chitlin Circuit and look at the history of Juke Joints. Music by R.L. Burnside, Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, Big Mama Thornton, Little Walter, and John Lee Hooker.

Today on Play Something Sweet we celebrate strong women who create timeless music. Music by Bonnie Raitt, Emmylou Harris, Lucinda Williams, Susan Tedeschi, Patty Griffin, Nicki Bluhm, Grace Potter, Samantha Fish, and Larkin Poe.

Today on Play Something Sweet we play music by musicians who created the Tulsa Shuffle. Music by JJ Cale, Leon Russell, and Eric Clapton.

Today on Play Something Sweet we indulge in the Swing Revival of the 1990s. Music by Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and more!

Join us today on Play Something Sweet as we take a look at the Beat Generation and play folk music from the Greenwich Village days. Music by Bob Dylan, Dave Van Ronk, Phil Ochs, and Ramblin Jack Elliott.

Today on Play Something Sweet we look at the post-decolonization era in Jamaica and the music of peace and love that sent a message to the world. Music by Bob Marley & The Wailers, Toots & The Maytals, and Desmond Dekker.