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Ray Keck takes the mic on Listening Lyrics, May 9, 2025Fri, 05/09/2025 - 5:10pm | Pieter PastoorThis week on Listening Lyrics, I threw caution to the wind and handed over the keys—well, the playlist—to none other than Ray Keck (pictured), a Davis legend and music maestro in disguise. Ray didn’t just walk into the studio—he stormed it with a playlist so good, I briefly questioned my own musical taste. (Don’t worry, I recovered.) And behind the mic? Ray was smoother than a jazz sax solo at midnight. The guy was born for radio—I'm pretty sure his voice came with built-in reverb. Thanks for gracing us with your presence, Ray, and for not hijacking the station entirely. We’ll keep your chair warm. P.S. This is our fund-raising week, and wouldn't you know it? Ray contributed so he could receive his own special KDRT T-shirt. Check out the playlist. |
Celebrate, it's Friday on Listening Lyrics, April 25, 2025Fri, 04/25/2025 - 5:10pm | Pieter PastoorToday's show is a mish-mash of music, but in essence it's celebrating the end of the week. -------------------It's Friday--------------------------- |
Listening Lyrics for 4:00pm on Apr 18th, 2025Fri, 04/18/2025 - 5:10pm | Pieter Pastoor |
Roger Kunkel, in the studio on Listening Lyrics, April 11, 2025Fri, 04/11/2025 - 5:10pm | Pieter PastoorHere Comes The Space Cow is more than just a new LP — it’s the sound of four musicians overflowing with talent but also bound by something deeper. This group plays like they were born to find each other, blending jazz grooves with just the right dash of funk. It’s tight, soulful, and polished in the way only seasoned artists can pull off. Roger Kunkel (in photo) stopped by the studio to give us a taste, spinning a few tracks and gracing us with a couple of mesmerizing live performances on guitar. It was pure magic. Roger Kunkel -- Guitar, vocals. Stoo Odom -- Stand up bass, vocals. Bart VanDer Zeuuw -- Drums. Max Hart -- Hammond organ, pedal steel guitar. |
Why politicians alter the truth, on Listening Lyrics, April 4, 2025Fri, 04/04/2025 - 3:50pm | Pieter PastoorA great hour of songs reflecting the topic of "lying." That's all that needs to be said. Absorb it all. |
Rainbow City Park, in the studio on Listening Lyrics, March 14, 2025Fri, 03/14/2025 - 5:10pm | Pieter PastoorWell, that was a first! In 13 years of hosting Listening Lyrics, I have never—never—forgotten that I had a guest band scheduled. My plan was set, a themed show ready to roll… until I played my first scheduled set. And just like that, everything changed. Enter Rainbow City Park. This insanely talented indie-rock/dream pop band from Northern California took the studio by storm. Their sound is a beautiful collision of '90s alt-rock nostalgia and modern indie influences like Phoebe Bridgers, Diiv, and Pinegrove. Hailing from Sacramento, Davis, and San Francisco, they bring a raw, emotional depth to their music that’s impossible to ignore. |
Listening Lyrics for 4:00pm on Feb 21st, 2025Fri, 02/21/2025 - 5:10pm | Pieter Pastoor |
Leyna K. and Quy Tran in the studio on Listening Lyrics, Feb. 14, 2025Fri, 02/14/2025 - 5:10pm | Pieter PastoorSometimes, the best moments happen on a whim. While riding my bike, I heard music drifting through the air and followed the sound. That’s when I found Leyna on piano and Quy on guitar—two students completely lost in their moment of zen. Though music isn’t their major, it’s their passion, and their talent was undeniable. I knew I had to invite them to share their gift. After all, this is community radio—an hour of heartfelt conversation and music, from them to you. Enjoy. |
Music from The Black Legacy Project, on Listening Lyrics, Feb. 7, 2025Fri, 02/07/2025 - 5:10pm | Pieter PastoorThe Black Legacy Project is a musical celebration of Black history to advance racial solidarity, equity, and belonging. |
Listening Lyrics for 4:00pm on Jan 31st, 2025Fri, 01/31/2025 - 5:10pm | Pieter Pastoor |
Comments
Definitely one fine show Pieter & Jeanne. It was hearing the eclectic mix of music which brought on a rush of memories. Notably, Phillip Glass’ “Open the Kingdom” made me think on my personal favorite Glass piece, the score to the film; Powaqqatsi. As an aside, having a grandchild with Aspergers I remembered listening to an interview with Music Critic, Tim Page who revealed that after being diagnosed as having Aspergers realized that it was Glass’ minimalist focus on each individual note/sound which had him absolutely love Glass’ works; listening by the hour and eventually seeking a career in music. At the time I heard that interview it proved to be just the right positive “punch” I needed while reflecting the future opportunities for my own grandchild. The wonder of music is indeed powerful.
Thanks - we had fun putting it together.
Once I get all of your albums cleaned up - I'm doing a show on your collection. I think I'll call it Vinyl - one mans trash reaps another mans treasure. :)
If I lived in the Davis area I'd chase these two around to every one of their gigs. What a find!
Surely this was a relaxing hour complete with great banter and music. All that was missing was for all of us sitting around with some after dinner Port and maybe a fire in the fireplace as the conversation carried on.
You and Jeanne were so right about the old 78s and their scratch bringing something special to the listening experience. The occasional totally 'dead' moments found on CDs are almost jarring.
Loved Alpert's opening & Justin's closing bumps.
Had I realized just how wonderfully mellow this show was I would have listened in the evening with a cup of caffeine free Peppermint tea and my feet up on the table. As it was, listening in the morning, it was still one I was gald I did not miss.
Just discovered that I am never too old to learn -- this week Chris Clark opened up a whole new pathway leading to a greater appreciation of and the enchantment of jazz.
Thanks for having Chris Clark on the show Pieter.
Mesmerizing show Pieter. Gave me that moment of pause and allowed me to begin wrapping my arms around music and lyrics which will let calm settle in. An excellent compilation of wonderful words and sounds. Thanks.
Love the new dimension and the seamless, feed-each-other, dimension it gives the program's back and forth banter. Great music selection and accompanying background info this week!
So good, so listenable, so smooth,and exactly my favorite style in music. Thanks Pieter and Alex.
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