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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.

 

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Planetary Radio

Planetary RAdio

Each week, Planetary Radio visits with a scientist, engineer, project manager, astronaut, advocate or writer who provides a unique and exciting perspective on the exploration of our solar system and beyond.

Live Wednesday 12-1pm
Homepage URL: 
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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: 
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Crossing Continents

In this World Music show, Gil covers the Middle East, the Mediterranean region, North Africa, Central Asia, and the Indian sub continent, including traditional and contemporary musical styles. This is not a pop music show!

Live Monday 10am-12pm
Replays Sunday 12-2pm
DJ(s): 
Gil Medovoy
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That California Sound!

That California Sound! Local + Regional  Music of The Golden State.  Join The Chuckleheads Adventure Team every Monday evening from 6-8pm for a mid-evening, morning show style program, often featuring an In-Studio Guest.  

Live Monday 6-8pm
Replays Thursday 7-9am
DJ(s): 
JonEmery, Scott Schiller
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Independent and Local

Independent and Local

Independent and Local is a music program featuring local unsigned artists and bands, including "Moments" — brief interviews with experts in the scientific, health, and artistic communities about interesting topics and current events. The main focus is music, along with a few outside-the-box ideas.

Live Wednesday 8-9pm
Replays Saturday 11pm-Sunday 12am
DJ(s): 
Sam Hawk
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KDRT Celebrates National Radio Day August 20th

Wed, 08/19/2015 - 4:12pm | Diane Crumley

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National Radio Day Cake

Join in the celebration of National Radio Day August 20th, as KDRT joins communities across the country highlighting the efforts of local, community-based public radio.  “This is the first coordinated national event in honor of National Radio Day,” stated Sabrina Roach, the lead organizer. “I wanted to introduce an opportunity for all kinds of non-commercial stations to work together and to engage their communities by celebrating radio with listeners and independent producers.” KDRT listeners can share their thoughts about their local, "grassroots station" by posting on our FB page at https://www.facebook.com/kdrtfm or by calling 530-792-1648 during a special edition of "Live Tracks" airing Th. from 7 to 9pm, and stream live at http://kdrt.org/page/listen-now

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Jazz After Dark August 18th, 2015

Tue, 08/18/2015 - 7:36pm | Don Shor

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Upbeat jazz, mostly duets tonight, mostly 1954 to 1962: straight-ahead jazz, West Coast cool, a little Vegas. Then Ella at Montreux in 1975, and some Brazilian jazz from Gerry Mulligan with Jane Duboc.

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Album of the Week - 8/20/15- The Autumns' 1997 debut album, "The Angel Pool"

Tue, 08/18/2015 - 11:52am | Matt Blake

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The Angel Pool

Forget about winter. Autumn is coming. 

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Let's Talk Music with Casey Groat, Xochitl, and Justin Carson on Listening Lyrics, 8/14/15 at 4:00PM

Thu, 08/13/2015 - 12:45pm | Pieter Pastoor

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Xochitl, Carson, Groat on KDRT

Xochitl, Casey Groat, and Justin Carson: Three talented musicians, producers, and performors, joining us in the studio to discuss not only their own projects but also the health of the music industry today. Join us!

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Album of the Week - 8/13/15 at 5:00PM -Santana "Abraxas"

Wed, 08/12/2015 - 4:28pm | Pieter Pastoor

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Join Jesse and Pieter as we listen to an early vinyl pressing of the classic Santana album, Abraxas. Released in 1970, this album is a sprawling blend of sounds, incorporating influences from latin jazz, electric blues and rock. Featuring Carlos Santana’s incredible electric guitar work and an extensive percussion section, our opinion is that this album is best experienced on vinyl. While there are many newer pressings to pick from that get great reviews, the one that we’re going to play is from the early 1970’s. And the album jacket is a classic! Painted by artist Mati Klarwein in 1961, the artwork drew inspiration from Hermann Hesse’s novel, Demian. The novel is quoted on the back cover of the jacket:  "We stood before it and began to freeze inside from the exertion. We questioned the painting, berated it, made love to it, prayed to it: We called it mother, called it whore and slut, called it our beloved, called it Abraxas….”. The artwork incorporates symbology from several religions.

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Jazz After Dark August 11th, 2015

Tue, 08/11/2015 - 7:38pm | Don Shor

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An hour of soul jazz tonight! Late 50’s to mid 60’s small-group performances featuring organ or piano, sax and guitar, with a mellow, “earthy bluesy” sound. Tuesday 8 pm; repeats Saturdays at 9 pm.

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Davisville, 8/10/15: Richie Furay of Buffalo Springfield & Poco, part 1

Mon, 08/10/2015 - 6:05pm | Bill Buchanan

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Richie Furay and his band play in Sacramento on Aug. 21, which sets the stage for this two-part interview with this legendary musician about his music, life and bands. Part 1 covers the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group Buffalo Springfield, its short reunion in 2011, his vague memory of playing in Davis more than 40 years ago, his job as a pastor in Colorado, his current band, and the song Crazy Eyes which—for me, at least—crowned his time with Poco. In Part 2, which will debut Aug. 24, he discusses his latest CD Hand in Hand, Keb’ Mo’s guest spot on the record, Furay’s signature song Kind Woman, and how he and Gram Parsons of the Byrds and Flying Burrito Brothers talked about creating a band in 1969 but realized they essentially had too many musicians they wanted to work with to form just one group. 

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Jazz After Dark August 4th, 2015

Tue, 08/04/2015 - 7:32pm | Don Shor

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Charlie Shavers

8 pm Tuesday, repeats 9 pm Saturdays! Tonight: featuring Charlie Shavers on trumpet, plus some cool jazz and more tonight!

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Hannah Jane Kile appears on Listening Lyrics Friday August 7, 2015 at 4:00PM

Sun, 08/02/2015 - 3:53pm | Pieter Pastoor

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Hannah Jane Kile on KDRT 95.7FM in Davis, CA

Hannah Jane Kile is a 20 year old songbird who embraces her robust yet sweet voice to convey vulnerability & strength in each of her songs.Hannah’s guitar work effortlessly weaves through her melodies touching on the ideas of coming of age, strength in overcoming obstacles, & the overall human experience.  According to Hannah, “Being human can be frighting, exciting, charming, & most of all beautiful!”  Hannah Jane Kile revisits these ideas in her tunes often drawing comparisons to her heroes: Bonnie Raitt, Jackson Browne, & Norah Jones.

Hannah is known as a "Sweet, soulful songwriter [Who] provides poetic messages blending original and traditional folk, with individual voice and instrument”. She loves to create tunes that unify her listeners, strengthen her audience by overcoming emotional obstacles through song, and reinforcing the idea that there is a place for everyone.

Visit Hanah Jane at http://www.hannahjanekile.com/photos

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S P E C I A L EVENT - Victor Krummenacher in Davis, Aug. 14

Sun, 08/02/2015 - 3:49pm | Pieter Pastoor

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Victor Krummenachher appears at Davis Media Access

If you’re looking for someone so good that a local record store, a house concert producer, and a community radio station all jumped on board to bring him to town, then look no further than Victor Krummenacher. Serving up music that draws from influences as far-ranging as cosmic folk, the blues, and even a smattering of punk, the renowned musician plays an intimate “living room” show at Davis Media Access (DMA) on Friday, Aug. 14, co-presented by Armadillo Music, Bill Wagman, and KDRT. The show features fellow Camper Van Beethoven member Greg Lisher on guitar, along with Bruce Kaplan of American Music Club on pedal steel. The music starts at 8 p.m., and tickets are available at Armadillo Music, 207 F Street in Downtown Davis. Davis Media Access is located at 1623 Fifth Street. Get your tickets early: This is a small venue, and seating is limited to 40. 

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