The Songcircle

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Hosted by: 
Jeff Rosenberg, Phil G, Leigh Anne Kranz
Produced by: 
KBOO
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Every Friday from 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

The Songcircle blends songs from various eras and genres to reveal new connections, exposing forgotten artists and discovering new ones, exploring connective themes and topics, or responding to the events of the day.

Studio guests have included Loudon Wainwright III, Peter Buck (REM), Rodriguez, Joe Ely, Laura Veirs, Eric Andersen, Wesley Stace (a.k.a. John Wesley Harding), Dan Bern, Richmond Fontaine, Scott McCaughey (The Minus 5/Young Fresh Fellows), Jane Siberry, Freakwater, Erin McKeown, Barry McGuire ("Eve of Destruction"), Annalisa Tornfelt, The Von Trapps, Casey Neill, Tim Buckley lyricist Larry Beckett, noted music writers Greil Marcus and Peter Guralnick, and many others, as well as phone conversations with Peter Case, Jason Isbell, Colin Blunstone and Chris White of The Zombies, Stu Cook of Creedence Clearwater Revival, Peter Asher, and Elvis Costello keyboardist Steve Nieve.

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The Songcircle on 11/15/24

Airs at: Fri, 11/15/2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Produced for:  The Songcircle
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The Songcircle on 11/08/24

Airs at: Fri, 11/08/2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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Songs for Today, Songs for These Times: The Songcircle on 11/01/2024

Airs at: Fri, 11/01/2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Produced for:  The Songcircle
On today's Songcircle: Songs perfect for today's date, by Van Morrison, Loudon Wainwright III, Gorillaz, and more; songs on current events from Pete Seeger, John Lee Hooker, Jim Page, Sheryl Crow, Drive-By Truckers, The Impressions, and more; new songs from local artists R... Read more

Getting Good with Frank Goodman on the SongCircle

Airs at: Fri, 10/11/2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Produced for:  The Songcircle
Phil G here. Friday we'll have Portland musician Frank Goodman on the show, to talk about his adventures, his music, and his new CDs. Tune in! Read more

Eclectic Blend of Roots Rock (Pssst...V-O-T-E!)

Airs at: Fri, 09/27/2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Produced for:  The Songcircle
This week on The SongCircle, tune in for an eclectic blend of Roots Rock to pump you up for the election. V-O-T-E! Artists include: The Rolling Stones, Etta James, Sheryl Crow, Sierra Ferrell, Annie Humphrey, Tori Amos, Margo Price, Billy Strings, Phish, Liz Phair, Jess Wi... Read more

The Streets of Songcircle City

Airs at: Fri, 09/20/2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Produced for:  The Songcircle
Yep, we'll be zipping down lots of streets today, with the help of such legends as (in no particular order) The Rolling Stones, Van Morrison, Johnny Cash, Gram Parsons, Bobby Womack, The Doors, Paul McCartney, Simon & Garfunkel, Alicia Keys, Bruce Springsteen,The Kinks, and... Read more

Wake Up With The SongCircle

Airs at: Fri, 09/13/2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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Phil G here, This week on the SongCircle (in the Forests of Fennario, my little corner of the Musical Universe), I'm bringing you a truly eclectic show featuring songs with "Wake Up" in the title and/or the Lyrics. This, of course, ties in to our Fall Membership Drive them... Read more

The Songcircle on 09/06/24

Airs at: Fri, 09/06/2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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The Beatles and Dylan -- at Woodstock?!

Airs at: Fri, 08/30/2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Produced for:  The Songcircle
No, of course, the two most promonent rock acts of the era, Bob Dylan and The Beatles, were not physically present at the legendary festival. But they were honored throughout the weekend by performances of their songs from multiple performers. We'll hear every cover of a Be... Read more

The Songcircle on 08/23/24

Airs at: Fri, 08/23/2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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Gary sits in today & plays bunches of new releases. Read more