Had some fun with a show full of covers and standards. So you've got your classic In The Pines, Knoxville Girls, Oh Susanna's and Long Black Veils as well as Townes doing Bruce, Joe Strummer doing Bob Marley, Johnny Cash doing Soundgarden, Shovels and Rope doing the Ramones and a lady called Katy Melua doing The Cure's Just Like Heaven so beautifully that people were fizzing on the phone line. Tuck in and enjoy.
All over the place tonight with a blast from 1974 Rory Gallagher, brand spanking new Mary Elaine Jenkins and Sarah Shook and the Disarmers. Some outlaw country that might have actually been a bit shit, Marty Robbins, and some sadly beautiful Slaid Cleaves. Billy Bragg and Joe Henry because Billy's here this week, and a nudge to The Eastern and a couple from Reb Fountain just because those folks are national treasures.
Tina does a show on all the incredible gigs coming up this summer Tami Neilson/Mavis Staples, Dimmer & Straightjacket Fits, Anderson .Paak, Oddisee, Wondergarden (Nightmares on Wax, Ladi6, Julien Dyne, Anvantdale Bowling Club), PHAROS (Childish Gambino & ??!!!)
Today on your bFM Breakfast: The sun is out and Tess is here to dish up Breakfast for you; catching up with Fabian Fanboy about the latest Hollywood hits; Dr. Kirsten Zemke is back and with a guest this time; and Zoë gets festive with Tess, while they talk theatre, obviously.
Today's musical treats include a remixed track from post punk Canadians Ought, some classic Japanese alt rock from the pillows and the usual, intermittent field recordings and funky grooves. Tune in to hear Jenn poorly pronounce all of the French songs she chose to play you ;)
Today on your bFM Breakfast: Mikey brings in his new toy; Rob's Christmas present is the gift that keeps on giving (2024 gifts); National Party MP Chris Penk chats to Mikey about keeping our beaches and festivals safe; and Amanda from Simplicity has some top tips on setting those New Year goals.
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