This Week on KUPR - the details

October 3-9, 2022:

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 9am to noon. It's part of our commitment to the great musical talent in New Mexico now and in the past. Enjoy!
• Tune in at 9 am weekdays for three hours of New Mexico music curated by Alonzo Lucero - Rancheros, Cumbias, Boleros, Nortenos, Corridos and more. 2022 marks Alonzo's 52nd year in radio - Bravo! Alonzo is live in the studio every weekday morning.
• At noon Indigenous Brillance with host Lyle Toledo Yazzie brings you both traditional and contemporary native music.
• At 2 pm we now air an additional hour of the popular free-form show Undercurrents from Native Voice One.
• John McNerney will be spinning today's classic Rock and Roll on Early Daze from 3pm until 5pm.
• Today at 5:00 pm Bioneers brings you Blue Revolution: Regenerative Ocean Farming: In this first of a two-part program, we take a deep dive into regenerative ocean farming, an extraordinarily productive and low-impact way of producing vast quantities of food for a growing population. It has the potential to re-make agriculture from the bottom up, while regenerating oceans, farmlands, farmer livelihoods, and the climate. With Bren Smith, co-executive director and co-founder of GreenWave. Bioneers is brought to you by Las Placitas Association.
• George Koinis hosts The Jazz Groove from 6 pm until 9 pm. Jazz Groove brings you jazz of all flavors - mainstream, swing, Latin, fusion, blues and much more.
• Then at 9 pm, it's Global Village. Global Village celebrates German Unity Day, a national holiday in Germany marking the 1990 reunification after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Featured are a number of German world bands, including the pioneering group Dissidenten, prog rock and world band Can, German reggae artist Jahcoustix, Berlin’s 17 Hippies, Köln’s Schäl Sick Brass Band, and the full, original version of Kraftwerk’s iconic “Autobahn.”
• From 10 pm to 11 pm, catch Wandering Minstrels. Host Jared Ingersol's selection of folk, bluegrass and Americana is inspired.

TUESDAY:

• 7am - two hours of curated music by New Mexico musicians.
• At 9am Alonzo is live in the studio with his selection of Rancheros, Cumias, Boleros, Nortenos, Corridos and more.
• At noon join us for three hours of Blues from the Roadhouse with host Alan Ball. This week it's a mix of classic Blues and new releases.
• At 3pm we have added 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: Among the 14 songs on this new edition of the program are several by artists making their debut appearance on the show, as well as some older tracks by bands and singers from countries including Scotland, Canada, and South Africa
• At 5 pm, long-time favorite Let's Get Creative airs. Larry Goodell hosts some poetry followed by Jerry DiTata with a focus on local talent.
• At 6 pm in a new time slot, host George Koinis presents music from the Eddie Chelist collection. Dr. Chelist was an avid collector of music from many genres and artists.
• At 7pm in an all new two-hour format it's The Strange Land with Tom Frouge. Tom's long career in the music industry influences this deep dive into the world of music.

WEDNESDAY:

• 7am - two hours of curated music by New Mexico musicians
• At 9am Alonzo is live in the studio with his selection of Rancheros, Cumias, Boleros, Nortenos, Corridos and more and brings you the Bernalillo Hour underwritten by merchants in Bernalillo.
• Paul Ingles' one hour Music Archive Showcase airs KUPR airs the world premiere of a new 3-part public radio documentary on the early emergence and on-going stellar career of musician JACKSON BROWNE. Music will be sampled from throughout the six decade career of Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Jackson Browne, one of the most revered singer/songwriters of his era. Mixed in will be informed commentary from musicians Bonnie Raitt, JD Souther, Sara Watkins, Shawn Colvin, and David Gans, Also music educators, critics and writers like Ann Powers of NPR Music, Rolling Stone Magazine's Anthony DeCurtis, POLLSTAR Sr. Editor Holly Gleason, Beverly Keel, Mark Kemp and others.
• At 1 pm enjoy Sounds from the Mother Road from Public Radio Exchange. This week a musical gumbo with Jerry Lee Lewis, George Jones, Joe Ely, Reckless Kelly, Kelly Willis, Bryan Sutton, Jerry Douglas, Waylon Jennings, Jim Lauderdale, Guy Clark and more. Sounds from the Mother Road is hour long, weekly exploration of the last 70 years of American Roots Music, featuring western swing, country, rockabilly, cowboy tunes and the artists who continue those traditions today. 
• At 2 pm DJ Sal Trappiedi airs Sounds from the Superhighway for three hours. It encores at 4 am Saturdays.
• Today at 5 pm join us for hours 1 and 2 of Undercurrents from Native Voice One.
• 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, we air a one hour series Geezer Rock - this week's featured geezer is Ringo: The Geezer Rock crew is pretty darn happy to be featuring the music of Ringo Starr, with three of the songs on this new four-song CD EP called “EP3” because it’s the third short-format CD EP that Mr. Starr has released so far. You also get some unexpected and downright strange cover versions comprising Beck doing a pretty much note-for-note version of Neil Young’s “Old Man” and Stevie Nicks, on her Mac-less lonesome, protesting up a storm with “For What It’s Worth.” Plus a newly written and recorded tribute to the late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins by Heart’s Ann Wilson.
• At 10 pm is our never-before 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.

THURSDAY:

• 7am - two hours of curated music by New Mexico musicians.
• At 9am Alonzo is live in the studio with his selection of Rancheros, Cumias, Boleros, Nortenos, Corridos and more.
• Art of the Song airs at noon: Our guests this week on Art of the Song are Betsy Woodman and Chris Plant. Brought together by their musical mentor, Les Harris, Sr, the unlikely duo combined Betsy's gift as a lyricist with Chris's remarkable composition and production skills to create three children's albums. When Betsy’s beloved husband died of ALS, she turned to writing songs focusing on, as she has called it, “A Skyfull of Pain.” She has worked to give these songs a positive spin and Chris has written music that is upbeat. Working together now for almost a decade, this grandmother and young father have proved to be a unique and successful team.
• At 1pm enjoy 10,000 Good Songs - Music Documentarian Paul Ingles hosts a weekly mix of music from his multi-genre personal collection - mostly stuff you only get from public radio. 
• At 3pm join Spinning Kenny G and the Mystery Hour - you never know what to expect. 
• Dr. David Hoekenga's Harmonies from the Sandias airs at 6 pm, tonight featuring Mikhail Glinka & Charles Gounod. Two Phenoms.
• Night at the Opera at 8pm is also hosted by Dr. Hoekenga and tonight he will air Aida. Since operas vary in length, Dr. Dave will now fill the remainder of the time slot with classical selections from earlier in the evening.

FRIDAY:

• 7am - two hours of curated music by New Mexico musicians.
• At 9am, tune in for Alonzo Lucero as he highlights Corridos for an hour on Fridays.
• Tim Trujillo leads off at noon with Straight No Chaser, then he joins Rick Lawrence for Strolling Down Memory Lane with host Rick Lawrence at 1 pm for some great music and a little west coast vs. east coast banter.
• Peace Talks Radio airs at 3 pm, a series on peacemaking and nonviolent conflict resolution. A Virtual Gathering: For those interested in peacemaking, an ideal conference might include dozens of peace workers throughout the world, gathered together for a week of panels and conversations. In 2010, such a gathering took place. Not in a physical space but in the virtual world of the internet. Using teleconference technology, The Shift Network and The Peace Allianc teamed up to bring 75 peace luminaries to the web, allowing anyone with a computer or smart phone to listen in live and even interact with the guests.
• This week's Happy Hour at 4 pm is a special show - host this week TBA.
• At 7 pm we air we air host Casey Mortenson and Roots of Indie, celebrating live and recorded indie music. Though Casey has moved away, he will continue to air indie music for us - his fans are delighted.
• 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

SATURDAY:

• Saturday morning at 8 join us for a three-hour KUPR unique venture into the world of music. Patrick Vanderwyden hosts Hidden Gems of the 21st Century - Patrick moved to Placitas in March of 2020 and has become a vital member of the KUPR and LPA communities. He harvests rain water for the station helps with construction projects. 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 air 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. He is part of the Desert Mountain String Band along with Dr. Slide. 
• Host Jerry D brings us Home Country with Slim Randles at 1pm Saturday.
• Next up at 2 pm is Saturday Afternoon Freeform with Jerry D featuring Americana, Bluegrass, and Jambands, just to name a few.
• Don't miss the Out West Hour with host Bobbi Bell 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, tune in for an encore of Hindsight with Johnny Lawndart - music underplayed and overlooked.
• Hours 3 and 4 of Undercurrents run from 8 to 10 pm.

SUNDAY:

• 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 - Solar Power: This week on The Children’s Hour we learn about the most inexpensive energy source in the world: solar power. In a show recorded live at the New Mexico Solar Energy Association’s Solar Fiesta, the kids talk with solar educator and engineer, Marlene Brown. Find out how solar cells work, why we need transmission lines, and how everyone can benefit from the warming power of the sun without any wires or fancy equipment. Featuring interactive live music with Eileen and the In-Betweens, our Kids Crew, and much more. Learn about solar energy with us!
• Tune in from 1-3 pm for Slide Factor - Enjoy American Slide Music at its best with Dobro and Steel Guitar master for over 50 years, Dr. Slide. Listeners love the show, the host and his music choices.
• 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, enjoy a bonus hour of KUPR curated music by women musicians.
• Bob Witter, host of The Mix, is going to spend the summer traveling. We will continue to air Bob's music from 7-8 pm.
• At 8 pm enjoy Old Time Radio Theater with host Ken Jones. You'll hear the great Laurence Olivier in radio adaptations of two marvelous films: Rebecca (1950) costarring Olivier with his stunning and brilliant wife Vivien Leigh and My Favorite Wife (1940) costarring Olivier with the amazingly clever Rosalind Russell. Next week we'll be airing  three 1975 radio revival episodes from the surreal CBS Mystery Theater series
• 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.