Welcome to an hour of Listening Lyrics, right here on KDRT 95.7 FM in Davis, California.
No musical passports required. Folk can sit next to funk, jazz can dance with rock, and a singer-songwriter might end up sharing a park bench with a reggae band. Listening Lyrics is your invitation to escape the noise of the day and enter a world of elaborate sounds, unexpected discoveries, and songs that have something to say.
This is the kind of journey only commercial-free community radio can provide.
So close your eyes. Open your ears. Relax your mind. Join me, Pieter Pastoor, as we send color to your ears and wander through the vast landscape of music and lyrics—the grand meeting place of rhythm, imagination, and the remarkable human ability to create art. Whether it's a whisper, a roar, a groove, or a melody you've never heard before, it all belongs here.
Remember: Real Music. Real Community. Real Good Music.
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Music for this week, July 4, summer and the Empire State Building, on Listening Lyrics, July 3, 2026Fri, 07/03/2026 - 4:00pm | Pieter PastoorThis week’s Listening Lyrics tries to do the nearly impossible: squeeze an entire busy week into one music format without needing a permit from the city of New York. First, we celebrate Independence Day, with all the red-white-and-blue spirit, and the annual reminder that someone, somewhere, is about to overcook a hot dog. Then summer festivities kick fully into gear, bringing sunshine, long evenings, outdoor music, and that wonderful seasonal feeling of asking, “Is it hot enough for you?” even though everyone already knows the answer. And finally, because this week apparently did not have enough going on, we climb all the way to the top of the Empire State Building for a proposal high above New York City. Romance, skyline, music, and maybe just a little fear of heights — what more could a show need? Join us for a week of songs that celebrate summer, freedom, love, and the kind of big moments that deserve a soundtrack. |
Laid back Friday on Listening Lyrics -- June 26, 2026Fri, 06/26/2026 - 11:34pm | Pieter PastoorGrab the closest hammock you can find and tune in for Listening Lyrics on KDRT 95.7 FM / KDRT.org at 4 p.m. Pacific! |
Jazz takes on rock, on Listening Lyrics, June 12, 2026Fri, 06/12/2026 - 4:00pm | Pieter PastoorRock 'n' roll and jazz have always had a complicated relationship. Rock is often built on simplicity, energy, and attitude. Jazz thrives on improvisation, reinterpretation, and surprise. But when jazz musicians get their hands on rock songs, something magical can happen. Whether you're a jazz fan curious about rock, a rock fan curious about jazz, or simply someone who enjoys hearing great musicians take creative chances, I think you'll find plenty to enjoy. So settle in, keep your ears open, and see if you can recognize these classics as they're transformed by some of the world's most inventive jazz artists. I'm Pieter Pastoor, and this is Listening Lyrics on KDRT 95.7 FM, Davis. Listen in now. |
Listening Lyrics - June 5, 2026Sat, 06/06/2026 - 4:49pm | Pieter Pastoor |
Listening Lyrics, May 29, 2026: With Karl Rasmussen, joyfulness is a Big Sticky MessFri, 05/29/2026 - 4:00pm | Pieter PastoorWhen it comes to guests, Karl Rasmussen is definitely on the “A” list. He’s articulate, thoughtful, full of energy, and brings the kind of warmth and enthusiasm that leaves an impression on everyone he meets. Karl is a true multi-instrumentalist—equally at home on guitar, keyboards, trombone, percussion, and vocals. He’s a driving force in Davis/Sacramento’s own Big Sticky Mess, a band with deep local roots and a sound often described as a joyful blend of early-’70s funk, soul, and rock—full of groove, humor, and heart. Beyond Big Sticky Mess, Karl has lent his talents to a wide range of Northern California bands and projects, including Boca do Rio, ideateam, and several jazz and funk collaborations. No matter the setting or style, one thing always comes through: Karl loves making music and loves sharing it with others. |
Listening Lyrics - May 22, 2026Sun, 05/24/2026 - 6:38am | Pieter Pastoor |
Listening Lyrics - May 08, 2026Sat, 05/09/2026 - 10:19am | Cyclrn |
11 stories, 11 insights -- my immigration thoughts, on Listening Lyrics, May 1, 2026Fri, 05/01/2026 - 4:00pm | Pieter PastoorListen in to Listening Lyrics as I play the top 11 songs from February 1953 … in Toronto, Canada. Not randomly. Those songs will carry a story—my story—of immigrating with my family from the Netherlands to Toronto. We’ll move through it in 11 acts, each one introduced, summarized, and—ideally—kept on track by my friend and fellow DJ Gil Medovoy, who will connect the moment to the music. This hour was inspired by my brother Art and my trip down memory lane in Toronto last month. We flew to New York and took the train from there to Toronto using the same route as we did in 1953. |
Swedish jazz & blues on Listening Lyrics, April 24, 2026Fri, 04/24/2026 - 4:00pm | Pieter PastoorTonight on Listening Lyrics, we head to Sweden – a land better known for forests, Volvos, ABBA, winter nights, and great design, but also home to a remarkable jazz and blues tradition. Swedish jazz often blends cool elegance, folk melodies, and deep atmosphere, while Swedish blues brings heartfelt grit with a Scandinavian twist. From smoky clubs in Stockholm to late-night festivals across the country, Sweden has long proven that soul and swing need no passport. So settle in – this is Swedish jazz and blues. |
James Brown covers, on Listening Lyrics, April 17, 2026Fri, 04/17/2026 - 4:00pm | NedTonight on Listening Lyrics we salute James Brown—the Godfather of Soul, a man whose grooves, screams, rhythms, and swagger became a musical blueprint. His songs didn’t just become hits—they became assignments. Generations of artists from jazz, rock, reggae, funk, blues, and pop have all taken their turn covering him. When musicians need fire, rhythm, and attitude, they often start with James Brown. For the next hour, we’ll hear what happens when other artists borrow from the master. |
Comments
What can I say; I LOVED THIS SHOW!
Additionally, I'll let you in on a secret, this was the first time that I listened to, not one, but two complete Rap songs -- and enjoyed them. :)
Loved the show and thoroughly enjoyed Cory. Tell him what Michael J Fox once said; "I am careful not to confuse excellence with perfection. Excellence, I can reach for; perfection is God's business." He was excellent.
the October 3rd show was way too short. What a mellow and superbly classy hour that just blew by. Thanks!
Opadirkjan
Kind words from a kind brother - thank you
Underground Grandpa rocks!!
Thanks ed
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