This Week on KUPR - the details
July 22-28:
MONDAY:
MONDAY:
- Beginning Monday at 7 am, enjoy two hours of music exclusively by New Mexico artists each week day - followed by Spanish Music mostly by New Mexico artists from 9 am to noon. It's part of our commitment to the great musical talent in New Mexico now and in the past. Enjoy! Submissions from NM musicians encouraged; mail cds marked "local" to PO Box 888, Placitas, NM 87043 or email tracks here. All other musicians, read instructions here.
- Tune in at 9 am weekdays for three hours of New Mexico music curated by Alonzo Lucero - Rancheros, Cumbias, Boleros, Nortenos, Corridos and more. 2024 will mark Alonzo's 54th year in radio and rumors of retirement! Love New Mexico music and want to learn how to be a radio DJ - contact us. Alonzo is live in the studio every weekday morning.
- At noon Indigenous Brilliance with host Lyle Toledo Yazzie brings you both traditional and contemporary native music.
- At 2 pm we will air The Main Stream from Native Voice One. Host Brett Maybee (Seneca) curates a program that explores the best recorded music of yesterday and today. Brett draws upon his love of all music to create the very best listening experience.
- John McNerney's Early Daze is back playing classic Rock and Roll from the 60s through the 80s at 3 pm Mondays.
- Today at 5:00 pm Marty Tippens brings you his weekly Music of the Space Age and Beyond. Now on the air for two hours with an encore at midnight Saturdays.
- George Koinis hosts The Jazz Groove now from 7 pm until 9 pm. Enjoy mainstream, swing, Latin, fusion, blues and more.
- Then at 9 pm, Bioneers brings us Disruptive Design: What Good Looks Like: Aligning business with biology, disruptive design uses systems thinking to create models that show what “good” really looks like. Two winners of the 2012 Buckminster Fuller Challenge Award—visionary architect Jason McLennan of the acclaimed Living Building Challenge and entrepreneur Cheryl Dahle of The Future of Fish—demonstrate breakthrough systems designs that can transform major industries, create a healthy sustainable environment and make life beautiful and fun. ? Bioneers is brought to you by Las Placitas Association.
- From 10 pm to midnight, catch the encore of Electric Bosque, hosted by Sasquatch on Saturday mornings at 7 am. Beyond Words' encore has moved to 2 am Wednesdays.
- At 7 am, enjoy two hours of music exclusively by New Mexico artists each week day - followed by Spanish Music mostly by New Mexico artists from 9am to noon. It's part of our commitment to the great musical talent in New Mexico now and in the past. Enjoy! Submissions from NM musicians encouraged; mail cds marked "local" to PO Box 888, Placitas, NM 87043 or email tracks here. All other musicians, read instructions here.
- At 9am Alonzo is live in the studio with his selection of Rancheros, Cumbias, Boleros, Nortenos, Corridos and more.
- At noon join us for three hours of Blues from the Roadhouse with host Alan Ball with the best of vintage and new blues. Today enjoy all new blues with 2024 releases.
- At 3 pm we air a syndicated show out of Colorado: The Beth Williams Indie Americana Songwriter Show. This is a one-hour weekly program showcasing Colorado and Texas songwriters, along with songwriters from around the world. Beth is an Academy of Country Music Top 10 Nominee for Best New Female Vocalist of the Year whose songs have charted in Billboard, Cash Box and various European charts through the years.
- At 4 pm we are airing a series from Public Radio Exchange: The International Americana Music Show: The second of the short series of reflective shows Michael Park is presenting this summer takes us back to 2016 and songs from a selection of some of the best non-American American albums that were released that year.
- At 5 pm, long-time favorite Let's Get Creative airs. Larry Goodell starts the hour with some featured poetry, followed by music and interviews from Jerry DiTata.
- At 6 pm host George Koinis presents music from the Eddie Chelist Collection.
- At 7 pm, Dr. Slide brings his hit show Slide Factor live to Tuesday nights. Enjoy American Slide Music at its best with our Dobro and Steel Guitar master for over 50 years.
- At 9pm enjoy an hour of Global Village: This time in the Global Village we highlight music from Vietnam, from traditional to contemporary, and in a variety of cross-cultural musical explorations. We’ll hear music from Saigon Soul Revival inspired by ‘60s Vietnamese rock and soul, Tri Nguyen’s traditional Vietnamese zither combined with Western string quartet, Arabic oud and percussion, the groundbreaking Saigon Supersound compilations collecting rare rock and soul influenced sounds from mid ‘60s to mid ‘70s Vietnam, Mai Le Huyen, who was popular in ‘60s Vietnam and continued her career in the US, and in conjunction with the July world jazz fusion feature, Paris-based guitarist Nguyen Le whose music brings together Vietnamese, jazz and rock influences.
- Now at At 10 pm, Wandering Minstrels brings you the best of Bluegrass.
- At 11 pm enjoy the encore of Anna Rudolph's Sunday Chasing the Muse.
- At 7 am, enjoy two hours of music exclusively by New Mexico artists each week day - followed by Spanish Music mostly by New Mexico artists from 9am to noon. It's part of our commitment to the great musical talent in New Mexico now and in the past. Enjoy! Submissions from NM musicians encouraged; mail cds marked "local" to PO Box 888, Placitas, NM 87043 or email tracks here. All other musicians, read instructions here.
- At 9am Alonzo is live in the studio with his selection of Rancheros, Cumbias, Boleros, Nortenos, Corridos and more and brings you the Bernalillo Hour underwritten by merchants in Bernalillo.
- Noon brings Paul Ingles' Music Archive. Talk Music With Me: Bob Costas' Music Interviews on NBC's LATER (Part 3): With host Paul Ingles, veteran broadcaster Bob Costas re-visits some of his favorite interviews with music greats during his 6 years as host of NBC’s late night talk half hour called LATER from 1988 to 1994. This Part 3 of 3 in a mini-series highlights Costas interviews with Ray Charles, k.d. lang, David Crosby, Stephen Stills, Graham Nash, and John Mellencamp.
- At 1 pm enjoy Sounds from the Mother Road from Public Radio Exchange. On this edition of the Mother Road featuring some favorites from Don Walser, Lyle Lovett, Guy Clark, George Jones and more.
- At 2 pm DJ Sal Treppiedi hosts Sounds from the Superhighway for three hours.
- Today at 5 pm join us for hours 2 and 3 of The Main Stream from Native Voice One. Host Brett Maybee (Seneca) curates a program that explores the best recorded music of yesterday and today. Brett draws upon his love of all music to create the very best listening experience.
- At 7 pm, a new time slot, tune in for Hindsight with Johnny Lawndart - music underplayed and overlooked. And look for a second airing of some version of Hindsight now on Saturdays at 8pm.
- Then at 9 pm, Fur Peace Ranch: The roots are deep with Bill Kirchen and Jimmie Dale Gilmore in a duo performance recorded April 8, 2017 at the Fur Peace Ranch.
- At 10 pm is our exclusively aired series "Stolen Moments" from the late Simon Barley. You will be treated to the best in acoustic modern jazz recorded between 1944 and 1969. Check out our talent page on the website to learn more about the amazing Simon Barley.
- At 7 am, enjoy two hours of music exclusively by New Mexico artists each week day - followed by Spanish Music mostly by New Mexico artists from 9am to noon. It's part of our commitment to the great musical talent in New Mexico now and in the past. Enjoy! Submissions from NM musicians encouraged; mail cds marked "local" to PO Box 888, Placitas, NM 87043 or email tracks here. All other musicians, read instructions here.
- At 9am Alonzo is live in the studio with his selection of Rancheros, Cumbias, Boleros, Nortenos, Corridos and more.
- Join us at noon for Art of the Song: On this episode Art of the Song we welcome Ronny Cox back to the show to celebrate a look at life from the lofty vantage point of 8 decades on this planet. Ronny is one of a kind. His skill as an actor makes him a brilliant storyteller and his musical talent takes those stories straight to the heart of every listener. But for me, it's his honesty, love and respect for people from all walks of life that makes him a perennial favorite. Even with a career that includes starring roles in blockbuster movies and TV shows, music has always been the true north of Ronny’s creative expression. This week we talk with Ronny about his forthcoming book and life on the road at 80.
- At 1 pm enjoy 10,000 Good Songs - Music Documentarian Paul Ingles shares some of the best from his multi-genre collection of tunes. This is not music you will hear on commercial radio.
- At 3pm join Spinning Kenny G and the Mystery Hour - this is a special show all about The Olympics.
- Dr. David Hoekenga's Harmonies from the Sandias airs at 6 pm, tonight's feature TBA.
- Night at the Opera at 8pm is also hosted by Dr. Hoekenga and tonight's opera is TBA. Since operas vary in length, Dr. Dave will now fill the remainder of the time slot with classical selections.
- At 7 am, enjoy two hours of music exclusively by New Mexico artists each week day - followed by Spanish Music mostly by New Mexico artists from 9am to noon. It's part of our commitment to the great musical talent in New Mexico now and in the past. Enjoy! Submissions from NM musicians encouraged; mail cds marked "local" to PO Box 888, Placitas, NM 87043 or email tracks here. All other musicians, read instructions here.
- At 9am, tune in for Alonzo Lucero as he highlights Corridos for an hour on Fridays.
- At noon, Tim Trujillo leads off at noon with Straight No Chaser, now for two hours with an encore at 7 am Sundays. Check out Tim's new sidekick Richard Warren on our Talent Page and on the air. He knows a lot about the music he selects.
- At 2 pm welcome to Indigenous in Music with Larry K. This week we welcome back from Albuquerque, New Mexico Mr Def-i. Hip-hop artist, producer and educator. He’s been staying busy, touring and promoting his album “Blue Hour.” Bringing us a nice smooth mix of Indigenous Hip Hop.
- Peace Talks Radio now airs at 3 pm Fridays, a series on peacemaking and nonviolent conflict resolution. Today it's Teaching Peace, An inspiring story of a man who turned his grief over his slain son into action to teach nonviolence to school kids.
- 4 pm - For this week's Happy Hour enjoy a special edition of Sounds from the Superhighway.
- At 9 pm - The Playlist with host Brandon "Brando" McDaniel ends our day with three hours of eclectic music. Brando has recently been making guest appearances as the host of the local music segment of Let’s Get Creative on KUPR and we are excited to make a space for his eclectic taste in music
- At 7 am we kick off Saturday morning with Electric Bosque. DJ Sasquatch returns to the radio at KUPR, after a decade on the college radio station KCPR in San Luis Obispo, California, where he hosted a range of shows. He's excited to be back on the airwaves, sharing the music that tickles his ears in "Electric Bosque," a two-hour-long wander through electronic music new and old.
- Saturday morning at 9 am join us for a three-hour KUPR unique venture into the world of music. Patrick Vanderwyden hosts Hidden Gems of the 21st Century - Patrick harvests rain water for the station and is newest member of the managing council. On Saturday mornings he introduces you to music he enjoys, but is missing from the playlists of most radio stations.
- Join us at 11 for Whiskey in the Jar, old time fiddle and traditional Irish music with host Marc Robert. Marc has been a fixture on the Placitas music scene for years, playing banjo, guitar and acoustic bass. He’s part of the Virginia Creepers, a local old time band, and also plays with his son Michel as Littlefoot (also old time) and with fiddler Eileen Sullivan as Far From Home (traditional Irish music).
- At noon Bill Honker will bring you Home Again. Bill is a singer and songwriter who played bass, sang and contributed songs to the Alan Munde Gazette, a nationally known bluegrass band.
- At 1 pm host Jerry D brings us Home Country with Slim Randles.
- Next up at 2 pm is Saturday Afternoon Freeform with Jerry D featuring Americana, Bluegrass, and Jambands, just to name a few.
- Bobbi Bell's OutWest Hour comes on at 4 PM- music, poetry, prose, Western, Western Swing, Cowboy Country and more.
- At 5 pm is an exotica jazz show - The Enchanted Tiki Hut with hosts Kitty and Mr. C. This show is another unique KUPR offering!
- At 7 pm we are excited to bring you another unique, locally produced show - The Lounge with host Nick Upton. Nick joined KUPR after a 45-year career in radio.
- Then at 8 pm, we sadly say goodbye to X Wave from host Freeze and begin airing an encore of Music of the Space Age hosted by Marty Tippens (the Martian), a great show airing live on Mondays.
- Hours 4 and 5 of The Main Stream run from 8 to 10 pm.
- Sunday Morning with Ken Grimes and Lynn Kaskela begins at 9am for a Morning Blend of mostly mellow music to begin your Sunday.
- Ken is followed by Mandolin Magic with host George Koinis at 11, one hour of music featuring some of the world's finest mandolinists playing solo, in duets, with ensembles, and with orchestras.
- Katie Stone's The Children's Hour - This time on The Children’s Hour, learn all about the Olympics from the time they were created around 3,000 years ago, to them now being one of the biggest sporting competitions in the world. We explore the cultural role the Olympics play in bringing people of the world together. Athletes from around the world are gearing up for the Summer Olympic games, which begin July 26, 2024. Between the Summer and Winter Olympics, there are 35 different sports, 53 disciplines and more than 400 events, with hundreds of participants representing their countries, vying for a gold, silver, or bronze metal. The Olympics are a place where world records are set, with thousands of spectators cheering on their favorites or their home countries in the stands. This episode explore the history of the Olympics, and explains how the modern Olympics were formed. Nearly 3,000 years ago in ancient Greece, Olympians competed with some of our same events as today. Just to qualify to represent your country in the Olympics is an amazing accomplishment, but we’ll also learn about a few notable athletes who have competed in the modern Olympics. Here in Albuquerque, New Mexico where The Children’s Hour is located, locals are excited to cheer on Weini Kalati, whose amazing refugee story lead her halfway around the world to the University of New Mexico. As Thaniel tells her story, think about her remarkable life, and how far she has come. The Olympics give athletes like Weini the opportunity to shine on a world stage. Watch her Olympic qualifying run and be inspired
- Get acquainted with our newest show 1-3 pm. DJ Ken Ward is on the air with “Tombstone Every Mile” for vintage honky-tonk and bluegrass, truckin’ songs, western swing and cowboy classics, gospel quartets, and the occasional old-time string band tune. Encore runs midnight Tuesdays.
- At 3:00 pm we air a four hour KUPR exclusive: Women's Voices - Hour 1 is The Voice with Pam D, featuring a different theme each show. At 4 PM is another hour of Beyond Words with Blaze Defiance, followed at 5:00 pm by Sarah Lawndart as she graces our airwaves with Pearls - music, poetry and more. Then, at 6 pm we are excited to be joined by singer/songwriter Anna Rudolph and Chasing the Muse for the final hour of Women's Voices.
- Bob Witter, host of The Mix, is behind the mic with great one hour shows that will bring back memories of some great music.
- At 8 pm enjoy Old Time Radio Theater with host Ken Jones. We’ll continue our horrific mysteries with episodes from the CBS Mystery Theater: Stay Out of Dutchman’s Woods, It’s Hell to Pay the Piper and How Quiet the Night. The following week we’ll be featuring 1958 episodes of the unique western series Frontier Gentleman.
- At 10 pm to midnight we run an encore of Thursday's 10,000 Good Songs from music Documentarian Paul Ingles with a weekly mix of music from his multi-genre personal collection - mostly stuff you only get from public radio.