Hosted by Pamela Black, this weekly countdown LIVE from the Best Smooth Jazz Station in America, takes you on a journey through the top 20 smooth jazz hits of the week. With expert commentary, artist spotlights, and the latest in the smooth jazz scene, Pamela brings you the best of the genre, blending classic favorites with the freshest tracks. Tune in for a relaxing yet vibrant musical experience that captures the essence of smooth jazz. Recorded in the KUNV Studios 1 mile from Las Vegas Bl ...
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Jeffrey Boakye and Anna Phoebe take us on a musical journey of discovery, exploring the web of connections between tracks across the breadth of all musical styles, from pop, rock, reggae and hip-hop to classical, jazz, folk and country.
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BLACK BEAT BAY AREA: THE FLO WILEY SHOW Produced and hosted by Oakland native Florene Wiley, with news and reviews of music, dance, theater, film and visual arts events, a music playlist of classic jazz, r&b, blues, and classical masterpieces, and interviews with the celebrity personalities that are making the arts come alive in the Bay Area.
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Sneakers 54 was established in 1976 when a group of friends got together after deciding they had to do something about the lack of good West end clubs that played Jazz,Funk & Soul music. They found that in order to gain entry into clubs they would need to dress in suits, pay extortionate entrance fees, and then have to listen to pop music for hours until the DJ decided to play the odd Soul or Jazz tune at the end of the night. Their next move was to hire venues in the West End and hold their ...
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We love the arts, jazz music, world music, the blues, soul music, Hip Hop, funk and electronic sounds. Many of our presenters and producers are working musicians, DJs, and artists at the forefront of Sydney’s creative music scene.
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Since launching in 2000, All Songs Considered has been NPR's flagship program for music discovery, artist interviews and conversations with friends and fellow music lovers about the really big questions, like what was the best decade for music, are there albums everyone can agree on, and what do you put on when you need a good cry? Weekly, with host Robin Hilton and the NPR Music family.
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Reading is Funktamental is a monthly one-hour show about great books written about music and music-makers. In each episode, host Sal Cataldi speaks to the authors of some of the best reads about rock, jazz, punk, world and experimental music and much more, including some famous musicians. Expect lively conversation with notables and a playlist of great music to go with it. Reading Is Funktamental can be heard the second Wednesday of every month from 10 – 11 AM on Wave Farm: WGXC 90.7 FM and ...
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Ready to dive into the music world with The Sandy Times? Welcome to +Add to Playlist, where music lovers and artists come together to share the sounds that inspire them. In each episode, we sit down with guests from across the music spectrum — hip-hop, jazz, folk, and beyond — for unscripted, in-depth conversations. Guests bring their favourite songs, and through the podcast, we listen along, exploring the influences, memories, and emotions behind their selections. From hidden gems to timele ...
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A genre-jumping, decade-spanning music podcast where Craig and Kevin riff, rank, and occasionally roast their way through underrated albums, ridiculous matchups, and unexpected playlists. Expect deep cuts, rapid-fire games, trivia twists, and the ever-growing series: “The Soundtrack to…”. Zero rules. Just riffs. The Schizophrenic Music Podcast isn’t just a show — it’s a platform for sonic disobedience and musical pluralism.
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Jamilia Jackson aka “Jazze Jazz” was born and raised in Colorado Springs, CO. She is no stranger to the beautiful mountains of this wonderful state and its performance stages. She has performed poetry for public dignitaries, participated in stage plays both in school and in the civic arenas, and occasionally she was involved in radio and television. She was also actively involved in numerous community activities throughout the Southern Range from the late 1980’s until her senior year in high ...
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The Smiley J Artist Zone celebrates independent creatives who bridge people together through the arts, with creative expression, inspiring stories, and soulful music. Tune in, and feel the good vibes. Listeners are encouraged to embrace the arts, connect with the culture, and celebrate artists worldwide.
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🌍 A Global Frequency for the Unheard The Overlooked Tracks Podcast is more than a playlist—it’s a passport stamped in sound. Each episode is a journey on the “Magical Music Bus,” traveling from Lagos to Tokyo, Santiago to Barcelona, unearthing independent music gems hidden in the underground corners of the world. We stand for the voices that refuse to be boxed in by algorithms or industry gatekeepers. From bedroom producers and rebel poets to visionary DJs and genre-bending bands, Overlooked ...
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This is where "Lagos Meets London," a show and pop culture hub where hosts Alice, Oj, Hakka, and Naay dive into the connections and contrasts between two of the world's most vibrant cities. Each episode brings conversations on trends, music, fashion, food, and lifestyle, showcasing how these dynamic cities intersect while celebrating their differences. Our platform strives to amplify the story of Nigerian creatives at home & in the diaspora. Find us on socials https://www.tiktok.com/@lagosme ...
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Forgotten albums and the people who love them.
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Lofi Sounds, LoFi Hip Hop, Chillhop, Study Beats, Chill Beats
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Welcome to Lofi Sounds – Your Escape Into Chill, Focus, and Flow Need a mental break? Searching for calm beats to focus, study, work, or unwind? You just found the perfect podcast. Lofi Sounds is your daily companion for peaceful concentration, stress-free vibes, and mellow motivation. Whether you're burning the midnight oil or relaxing with a cup of tea, Lofi Sounds delivers handpicked soundscapes that blend lo-fi beats, ambient textures, and soulful loops designed to help you flow. Each ep ...
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Episode 220: Koal Bee 502-Sneakers54 Collection (10-12-25) Sneaky old playlist
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1:59:31Show 502-Sneakers54 Collection (10-12-25) Sneaky old playlist Started the show feeling philosophical, I've had a tough few weeks folks, all will be revealed in the show. Lets enjoy the music hey, I dug out an old playlist and gave it a spin ....hope you enjoy it ! If you would like to sponsor the please get in touch. Checkout our youtube channel to…
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On the last episode of All Songs Considered for 2025, NPR Music producer Lars Gotrich takes host Robin Hilton through an exceptional year in guitar music. From Gwenifer Raymond's beautiful and brash fingerstyle to Rafael Toral's stretched-out jazz standards, not to mention William Tyler's glitched hymns and Vernon Reid's ecstatic shred, there's so …
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In our final look back at our number one songs from the past 25 years, we visit Modesto, take an existential stroll through Petco, and find it all so confusing. Note: This is a recurring series in celebration of All Songs Considered’s 25th anniversary. A shorter version of this episode ran earlier in the year. Leave us a review on Apple, Spotify, o…
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The Number Ones of 2025, Part 2 | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown
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1:53:37The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown continues its year-end celebration with The Number Ones of 2025, Part 2 — the high-stakes finale counting down the Top 20 songs of the year, including the longest-running #1 smooth jazz hits of 2025. Broadcast from the KUNV studios on the UNLV campus, host Pamela Black takes listeners deeper into the countdown, ran…
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S5 - Ep 34 - Our Top 5 Albums of 2025 – Boxing Day Playlist & Holiday Hot Takes
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59:38This is it — the final episode in our Top 25 Albums of 2025 series! Craig and Kevin kick things off with their “Soundtrack to… Boxing Day” — a curated playlist that reflects the calm, the leftovers, the quiet reflection, and the random chaos of December 26. Then, it’s time for a holiday-themed edition of Dig It, Dump It, or Don’t Get It, where Crai…
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This episode was written somewhere between cobblestone streets and quiet realizations. Between missed turns, long walks, train windows, and moments where time slowed down just enough to let the truth catch up. Italy didn’t ask me to change. It asked me to pay attention. Episode 100 lives in that awareness. --------------------- This is Episode 100.…
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What happened in 2025! , CHRISTMAS SPECIAL | Lagos Meets London
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1:25:09Merry Christmas Everyone! Welcome to our yearly CHRISTMAS SPECIAL for this year , we've collaborated with two other UK based podcasts SB LIVE & Sent back podcast In this episode we speak about: Personal milestones achieved in 2025 Christmas plans Top 5 AFROBEATS ARTIST OF 2025 10 significant things that happened within the culture in 2025 ( the yea…
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We take a motorcycle road trip to Wisconsin in our annual search for the true spirit of the season. And, of course, we meet some special guests along the way. Thanks for another amazing year, and happy holidays! Listen to the songs featured on this episode and more in our holiday playlist in Apple Music and Spotify. Tell a friend about the show and…
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We get in our fast car, drive like a red wine supernova, and run into Kristine from the 7th grade. Bad idea, right? Enjoy the show? Share it with a friend and leave us a review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: [email protected] Learn more about sponsor mes…
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Episode 221: Koal Bee 503-Sneakers54 Collection (23-12-25) Sneakers Jingle Filled Xmas.
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2:59:55Show 503-Sneakers54 Collection (23-12-25) Sneakers Jingle Filled Xmas. Had to wing it, as I haven't been as organised as I should be at this time of year, so lets see how we got on, be nice people ! ... plus lots of new jingles (I'm sure you'll be impressed) ! If I missed your shout and didnt play that Christmas tune I'll be more than happy to drop…
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The Number Ones of 2025, Part 1 | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown
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1:52:58The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown kicks off a special two-part year-end celebration with The Number Ones of 2025, Part 1 — a coast-to-coast journey through every song that reached #1 on the Smooth Jazz charts this year. Broadcast from the KUNV studios on the UNLV campus, host Pamela Black begins the countdown at #35 and works up to #21, ranking eac…
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Joe Stilgoe and Heidi Fardell celebrate Yuletide Classics
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42:35Anna and Jeffrey host an Add to Playlist Yuletide special. They are joined by jazz musician and songwriter Joe Stilgoe and baroque recorder player Heidi Fardell to pick apart five cracking festive tracks, from Sleigh Ride to the Carol of the Bells. Producer: Jerome WeatheraldPresented with musical direction by Jeffrey Boakye and Anna Phoebe The fiv…
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S5 - Ep 33 - Top 25 Albums of 2025 (Part 2) - Americana, Soul, Psych, Indie & So Much More
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56:10The countdown continues! This week, Craig and Kevin dive into Part 2 of their Top 25 Albums of 2025, revealing picks #15 through #6 — trading selections back and forth as the excitement builds toward the top. Before diving into this week’s picks, the guys recap last week's entries (#25–16) to refresh your memory: Craig's Picks (#25–16): 25. Tony Mo…
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Listener Poll: Your Favorite Albums of 2025
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42:49We asked and you answered. Earlier this month, we opened the polls and invited All Songs Considered's listeners to tell us their top 5 records of the year. We tabulated all of the ballots, determined the top 10, and gave the results a proper countdown in this episode of All Songs. And while we usually include the albums we discuss in our episode no…
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Smiley J’s Cozy Holiday Playlist: Soulful Indie Jams
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15:30Join host Smiley J for a cozy holiday episode featuring a curated playlist of warm, soulful tracks from independent artists. Hear music from past guests like Setoria Key, Anissa Hargrove, and Phaze II jazz band featuring Ragan Whiteside to get you into the season’s spirit.By thesmileyjartistzone
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The sheer volume and variety of Spanish-language music released every year is breathtaking. Even those of us with our ears to the ground are bound to miss things. So, in this episode we travel back through the year to resurface some of the remarkable albums that somehow didn't make it on the show. Catch Afro-Caribbean jazz, a history-spanning class…
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NPR listeners share the one song that hit them the hardest this year, and tell us why they laughed, cried, or simply couldn’t stop listening to it. Featured songs and artists: 1. Annie DiRusso: "Back In Town," from Super Pedestrian 2. Tunde Adebimpe: "Drop," from Thee Black Boltz 3. Brandi Carlile: "You Without Me," from Returning To Myself 4. Bad …
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We go to college and get the “big D,” hit the dance floor and do what we want, then head back to the radio. Is this a life filled with every possibility, or is it all just devastatingly mediocre? Note: This is a recurring series in celebration of All Songs Considered’s 25th anniversary. A shorter version of this episode ran earlier in the year. Enj…
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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown — December 13, 2025
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1:51:47In this week’s episode of the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, host Pamela Black guides listeners through the 20 smoothest contemporary jazz tracks in the nation, broadcasting from the KU NV studios on the campus of UNLV. This holiday edition features powerful chart movement, standout new releases, and beloved favorites, all curated from Mediabase ai…
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Katy Richardson and Ben Gernon head to Mongolia
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42:37Conductor Ben Gernon and Music Director Katy Richardson join Jeffrey Boakye and Anna Phoebe as they add another five tracks, taking us from the Mongolian landscape to a sunrise in Lesbos, a famous TV theme, and some seriously wronged wives. Producer: Jerome WeatheraldPresented with musical direction by Jeffrey Boakye and Anna Phoebe The five tracks…
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S5 – Ep 32 - Our Top Albums of 2025 (Part 1) From Bahamas to Djo, No Joy to Goose
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1:03:53It’s list season, and Craig and Kevin are kicking things off with the first part of their Top 25 Albums of 2025, revealing picks #25 through #16 in this episode. Expect a wide-ranging mix of styles and sounds — from modern psych-pop to gritty roots rock — with shoutouts to artists like Tony Molina, Caroline Rose, and Steve Gunn from Craig’s list, a…
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If we needed any more proof that the album isn't dead, 2025 was it. On this episode, Stephen Thompson is joined by Ann Powers and Daoud Tyler-Ameen to run through 12 dazzling albums that stuck with the NPR Music team this year. And for an even deeper exploration, check out the full lists of our critics' best albums of 2025 here. Artists and albums …
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Chit Chat and Music with the multitalented Brandon Lane
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39:00Chit-chat and music with Artist Brandon Lane, who discusses his music, his many roles as an artist, and his advocacy for men's mental health.By thesmileyjartistzone
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Alt.Latino: What Were Felix and Ana's 2025 Favorites?
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34:37This year was bookended by two major statements in Latin music. In January, Bad Bunny released DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, and followed that up with a 31-show residency in Puerto Rico over the summer. Then, in November, the Spanish vocalist Rosalía released her genre-defying masterpiece LUX, which sent legions of music lovers scrambling to try to grasp t…
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Bob Dylan's New York - A Historical Guide with Dick Weissman
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57:56In this episode of Reading Is Funktamental, we discuss Bob Dylan's New York, a guidebook and history of New York's key role throughout Dylan's lengthy career. It places Dylan's early career within the storied history of Greenwich Village, a hotbed of artistic innovation. A contemporary of Dylan's, musician/author/educator Dick Weissman walked the s…
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When the dust settles on 2025, what songs will remain in heavy rotation? We look back at a dizzying amount of music and share some of our picks for the best tracks of the year. What you'll hear in this episode is an incredibly incomplete list that obviously just scratches the surface of all the incredible music that came out this year. For a more c…
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3 Hour Lofi City Mix Beats for Work, Study & Sleep
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3:21:53Welcome to Lofi Sounds – Your Escape Into Chill, Focus, and Flow Need a mental break? Searching for calm beats to focus, study, work, or unwind? You just found the perfect podcast. Lofi Sounds is your daily companion for peaceful concentration, stress-free vibes, and mellow motivation. Whether you're burning the midnight oil or relaxing with a cup …
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Ocean Study Ambience Pomodoro Focus | 3-Hour Session
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Relaxing Lofi Naruto ☯ Peaceful Study & Work Sound
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1:06:54Welcome to Lofi Sounds – Your Escape Into Chill, Focus, and Flow Need a mental break? Searching for calm beats to focus, study, work, or unwind? You just found the perfect podcast. Lofi Sounds is your daily companion for peaceful concentration, stress-free vibes, and mellow motivation. Whether you're burning the midnight oil or relaxing with a cup …
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Naruto Lofi Mix ☯ Japanese Chill Beats for Focus & Rest
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3:02:27Welcome to Lofi Sounds – Your Escape Into Chill, Focus, and Flow Need a mental break? Searching for calm beats to focus, study, work, or unwind? You just found the perfect podcast. Lofi Sounds is your daily companion for peaceful concentration, stress-free vibes, and mellow motivation. Whether you're burning the midnight oil or relaxing with a cup …
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Naruto x Lofi Mix ☯ Japanese Beats for Deep Focus
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1:51:49Welcome to Lofi Sounds – Your Escape Into Chill, Focus, and Flow Need a mental break? Searching for calm beats to focus, study, work, or unwind? You just found the perfect podcast. Lofi Sounds is your daily companion for peaceful concentration, stress-free vibes, and mellow motivation. Whether you're burning the midnight oil or relaxing with a cup …
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Calm Mountain Lofi ️ Motivational Study | 3 Hour | Pomodoro
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80s Lofi Chill Night Beats to Focus, Study & Decompress
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90s Lofi Night Drive Chill Beats to Study & Sleep
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Sunset Lofi Focus 3-Hour Pomodoro | Chill Study Ambience
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Night City Lofi Rainy Beats to Work, Focus, Unwind
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Lofi Naruto Night Chill Hop Beats for Study & Sleep
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Lost in Lofi City Night Chill Beats for Focus & Study
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Japanese Rainy Lofi Chill Beats for Sleep & Deep Focus
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