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ABOUT US

KDRT 95.7 FM is grassroots radio from Davis, CA, airing an eclectic mix of music and public-affairs programming. A project of nonprofit Davis Media Access, KDRT streams worldwide via KDRT.org.

In the Key of Folk with Karen Leyse offers music that will keep you humming or dancing along — perhaps both! The focus is on traditional and current folk music, Americana, and bluegrass, with Celtic, Nordic, and Spanish infusions — wherever Karen's travels and interests take her. In addition, the music of contra dance, an American Folk tradition that came with English and other settlers, will often be threaded through the hour. Don’t know it? Check it out.

Live Wednesday 2-3pm

Replays Tuesday 11am-12pm

DJ(s):

Karen Leyse

The Yolo County Breakdown

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Bluegrass, newgrass and beyond. From Bill Monroe to Billy Strings, the Yolo County Breakdown is a journey through acoustic string music ranging from the traditional to the cutting edge.

Live Friday 10-11am

Replays Sunday 3-4pm

DJ(s):

Rocky Outcrop

The Shortwave Report

The Shortwave Report is a weekly review of global news stories recorded via shortwave radio.

Live Tuesday 5-5:30pm

Homepage URL:

The Shortwave Report on the Web

Twang Thang

Twang Thang features outlaw country old and new, showcasing the folks who sowed the harder-edged musical seeds for what we today call Americana, as well as the newer artists who continue the tunes and outlaw ethos forward. George Jones, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Lucinda Willimans, Steve Earle, Dwight Yoakum, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Billie Jo Shaver ... Americana music didn't just show up one day — it has deep and varied country music roots. Twang Thang explores the originators, the newcomers, and the music that happened along the way!

Live Wednesday 7-9am

Replays Saturday 1-3pm

DJ(s):

DJ Dirk

IMPLOSION

IMPLOSION is hosted by Nick Saloman, front person of The Bevis Frond. Born and raised in London, England, Nick started buying records as a small child in the late 1950s and began going to gigs and playing in bands as a teen in the late 60s. IMPLOSION is simply an hour of Nick playing the music that he loves (psychedelia, rock, folk, beat, jazz, soul, punk, and more), with a bit of chat thrown in for good measure. Nick says: "If I like it, then there have got to be a few other people who will too.

Live Wednesday 8-9pm

Replays Friday 8-9am, Sunday 5-6pm

DJ(s):

Nick Saloman

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Folk Brothers Replay – April 21, 2021

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 11:47am | Jim Buchanan

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Please enjoy this replay of a fine Folk Brothers episode, featuring 2021 releases from Keb Mo and Old Crow Medicine Show, Lau, Jon Boden, Rita Hosking and Sean Feder, Rick Shea, and much, much more from their ususal eclectic mix. RIP, Brothers Peter and Bill.

The Folk Brothers playlist for 04/21/2021

The Electric Compost Heap – cold, foggy Jan. 23, 2026

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 5:27pm | Dug Deep

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Tonight – Friday, Jan. 23 – at 6 p.m. Pacific on The Electric Compost Heap, DJ Dug Deep plays more songs for cold, foggy late-January evenings – very sweet, and very chill. Somewhere toward the middle of the program, we'll remember a good friend to KDRT and all of Davis, Bill Wagman, whom we lost earlier this week. Hope you can join us via KDRT 95.7 fm + KDRT.org + the podcasts.

Listening Lyrics, Jan. 23, 2026: Remembering Bill and Diane

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 5:20pm | Pieter Pastoor

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Recently, KDRT lost two truly wonderful and creative super-volunteers—friends who helped shape the heart and soul of this station. Diane Crumley and Bill Wagman were long-time members of the KDRT family, deeply committed to community radio and to showing up, week after week, with generosity, curiosity, and care.

Today, I’m sharing an hour of upbeat, sing-along music—not to mark a loss, but to celebrate a life well shared. This hour is about the joy, the laughter, and the connection Diane and Bill brought into our lives.

So stay with me, turn it up, sing along—and let’s celebrate them together.

RIP Bill Wagman

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 3:56pm | kdrtradio

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We here at KDRT – along with the entire music-loving community – lost an excellent friend and colleague this week in Bill Wagman. In addition to hosting our own Sometimes Folk and Folk Brothers programs, Bill could be heard for years on KDVS, presenting a fine array of music, from traditional folk to the latest sounds, including American roots and its offshoots. Bill also brought many touring artists to his wonderful house concerts over the decades. We will miss his knowledge and love of music, his ongoing positivity and support, and his smile. Please do enjoy some of his past shows, on the air and in our archives at KDRT.org. RIP, Bill.

The Audio Ecotone – Jan. 23, 2026

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 2:00pm | RayK

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This week onThe Audio Ecotone, DJ RayK fills in for an illin' Eddie Owt, with a playlist designed to cure what ails you, whether it's the rockin' pneumonia or the boogie-woogie flu. Experience the healing power of radio, Friday at 3 p.m. Pacific, here on KDRT 95.7 fm + KDRT.org!

Dashboard Diaries – Jan. 22, 2026

Thu, 01/22/2026 - 12:30pm | RayK

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This week on Dashboard Diaries, host RayK drives in for a hot combination plate of classics and fresh cuts, including Dr. John, Donald Fagen, Tower of Power, Simply Red, the Dap Kings and lots more. So come park it for an hour and let’s groove! Thursday, 3-4 p.m., on KDRT.org or anytime at Dashboard Diaries.

Davis Garden Show, Jan. 22, 2026

Thu, 01/22/2026 - 12:00pm | Don Shor

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Today’s topics: fruit tree resources, AI issues and humor, indirect cold injury, flowers and veggies to plant now, bulbs for shade, growing fruit trees from seed, and more.

Hello Davis! with The Davis Phoenix Coalition – Jan. 21, 2026

Wed, 01/21/2026 - 6:20pm | Pieter Pastoor

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The Davis Phoenix Coalition – Davis' nonprofit of the year! – broadcasts their first radio show here on Hello Davis! on KDRT 95.7 fm + KDRT.org. The show features conversations with local community advocates on key issues, including understanding Yolo’s marginalized communities and fighting hate crimes. Listen and learn how you can get involved!

Hello Davis! playlist for 01/21/2026

IMPLOSION – 21 January 2025

Wed, 01/21/2026 - 6:00pm | Nick Saloman

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Nick Saloman brings you – lucky you! – IMPLOSION at 8 p.m. Pacific, with tunes from The Move, The Rutles, The Saints – plus a fancy dance from The John Barry Seven. Listen up this evening, only on KDRT 95.7 fm + KDRT.org. Listen anytime at all via the web and the podcast apps!

Cowboy Tracks – Jan. 21, 2026

Wed, 01/21/2026 - 1:00pm | Nancy Flagg

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This week's episode of Cowboy Tracks is titled "Western Hour" and features the music of Katie Glassman & Snapshot, The Cowboy Way, Patsy Montana, Mike Blakely, Birdie Nichols, Richard Elloyan, Sylvia Herold, John Lowell, Jess Camilla O'Neal, Sons of the Pioneers, Prairie Moon, The Farmer & Adele, Mike Addington, Sarah Pierce, Michael Fleming, Rich O'Brien and Valerie O'Brien. Listen on demand via KDRT.org!

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