The View From Gibraltar
Saturdays at 6:00 AM - Sundays at 8:00 PM
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 Celebrate the music of the Mediterranean with 90.7 KFSR's new program - The View From Gibraltar. Hosted by John Martin III of the local flamenco group Cerro Negro, The View From Gibraltar takes the listener on a musical tour of Spain, North Africa and the Middle East every week. You can hear the View From Gibraltar Saturday mornings at 6:00 AM and Sundays at 8:00 PM.
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The National Big Fresno Barn Dance
Sundays at 2:00 PM
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 Fresno has been famous for Western Swing ever since Bob Wills and his band the Texas Playboys moved to town in the 1940's. 90.7 KFSR's Don and Steve continue the Fresno country music tradition every Sunday from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM with the National Big Fresno Barn Dance! It's two hours of classic country, rockabilly, western swing, and yes, chickens.
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Saturday Morning Playhouse with Don Fischer
Saturdays - 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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 Don Fischer longtime host of 90.7 KFSR's Wednesday Night Evening Eclectic 6:00 to 9:00 PM slot has a new timeslot with a new show -Saturday mornings from 7:00 to 9:00 AM. "Saturday Morning Playhouse" realizes his long time dream to do a truly eclectic radio show that incorporates spoken word, comedy as well as music from all genres and eras presented in a format that attempts to link current events, historical references, notable anniversaries and general musical evolution in a manner that is enjoyable and entertaining for the listener. It will be the type of program that can only be uniquely offered on radio and more specifically on 90.7 KFSR. Musically the program will be based in roots and Americana music but will also highlight other musical styles as part of a full spectrum musical experience.
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Thrift Store Records w/ James and Raina
Saturdays - 10:00 PM till midnight |
 James and Raina are back on 90.7 KFSR with a new program - Thrift Store Records - Saturday nights at 10:00 PM. James and Raina dig through the dusty record bins at thrift stores all across California to bring you the rarest and weirdest sounds you'll ever hear.
10:00 PM till midnight on 90.7 KFSR - Full Spectrum Radio
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Mr. Leonard's Soul Freedom Lounge
Saturdays 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
 Mr. Leonard has been sharing his knowledge of music throughout the Central Valley for over 10 years. His new program, the "Soul Freedom Lounge" is a weekly, two hour long program centered around an eclectic blend of soul, funk & jazz. The "Soul Freedom Lounge" highlights a diversity of DJs & artists dedicated to the Spirit of music and connected to the movement of deep house, acid jazz, poetry, funk, dancehall and the true essence of soul music. From groups like the Groove Theory, Rebirth, Omar, DJ Jazzy Jeff & King Britt, the listener is sure to experience an intellectual, spiritual, and adventureous journey through the Spirit of music.
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Beale Street Caravan
Saturdays at 4:00 PM & Sundays at 6:00 PM on 90.7 KFSR |
 In seven short years Beale Street Caravan has become the world's most popular hour-long non-commercial Blues radio program. Styled in a magazine format, the Caravan is aired weekly on over 400 stations worldwide, and is heard on 90.7 KFSR Saturdays at 4:00 PM and Sundays at 6:00 PM. If you're looking for the Best in Blues, you've come to the right place.
Beale Street Caravan® takes its audience inside exciting live Blues events in Memphis and around the globe; events such as the W.C. Handy Blues Awards, the Telluride Blues and Brews Festival in Telluride, CO, The US Embassy Venezuelan Blues Tour, The Mississippi Valley Blues Festival in Davenport, IA, The King Biscuit Blues Festival in Helena, AR, and The Blues Foundation's Lifetime Achievement Award ceremonies. In addition, celebrity hosts such as Sam Phillips, Jerry Wexler, Cybill Shepherd and others stop in each week to give the audience an inside view into the history and process of the Blues. It’s the Best in Blues on Beale Street Caravan.
http://www.bealestreetcaravan.com/
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The Bluegrass Review on 90.7 KFSR
Sundays at 7:00 PM
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 From bluegrass classics to the current wave, The Bluegrass Review is public radio's authoritative home for bluegrass. This nationally syndicated program airs on over 60 stations across the country, and you'll find it on 90.7 KFSR Sunday nights at 7:00 PM. Host Phil Nussbaum brings a different perspective to the music, with his unique theme programs and segments, features on Bluegrass history and in-depth interviews. It's a fast paced, hour long trip through the world of Bluegrass to cap off your weekend. You can find out more information about Bluegrass Review online at www.bluegrassreview.com.
This week on The Bluegrass Review:
03/13/10 - Our show opens with a couple of new bluegrass songs. Then, the Gem of Bluegrass segment muses over the evolution of bluegrass into a concert music. Later, great banjo stylist Alan Munde tells us about his method of composition. Then, it’s more happy sounding sad songs. We’re starting to think this type of song is one of bluegrass music’s great contributions to world music.
About the host:
Producer and host Phil Nussbaum brings a wealth of expertise to the program. He holds a Ph.D. in Folklore from Indiana University, teaches aspiring players and radio producers at McNally Smith College of Music in St. Paul, Minnesota, and has hosted bluegrass program on public radio stations nationwide for many years.
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"etown" brings top artists, social message to 90.7 KFSR
Saturdays at 7:00 PM
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 etown brings live recordings of world class artists, with a social conscience to the airwaves of the Valley. Founded in 1991, etown is a nationally
syndicated radio show heard 52 weeks a year on over 150 stations across
the US. Every etown show is taped in front of a live audience, and
features performances from many of today’s top musical artists as well
as thought-provoking interviews and the presentation of the
e-chievement award recognizing everyday people who have made a
difference in their community or environment.
Visit etown.org for more information...
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This week on etown - 03/13/10:
 Scotland-born rising star and "folk-rock goddess" KT Tunstall pays a visit to eTown. KT rocks the house in this repeat broadcast, with her provocative sonic mesh of heartfelt pop, rootsy electric blues, and left-field alt-folk. And talented young Nashville-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Adrienne Young hits the stage with her band, receiving some great musical support from Nick & Helen Forster and the eTones. They deliver an amazing set of warm and inviting Americana music. Plus, there's the E-Chievement Award story of a community-conscious college professor from New York State, all right here in eTown.
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The Blue Buffet
Saturdays 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
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 Join the "Hound Dog" for a fresh serving of some of the best blues, soul, boogie woogie and vintage r&b, Saturdays from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM on 90.7 KFSR. The Hound Dog will be keeping the steam tables warm with a musical smorgasbord of down home soulful sounds!
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