Introduction to African Music – May 5, 2025

On this week’s show we take a musical journey across the vast and vibrant continent of Africa. We’ll be hearing voices and rhythms from nine African countries — including Nigeria, Senegal, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Libya, Benin, South Africa, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Each artist tonight brings their own story, sound, and spirit — together forming a living tapestry of what African music can be.

Playlist for the week of May 5, 2025 ☞

00:00:00 Fela Kuti- “Zombie”

00:14:42 Johnny Clegg; Savuka – “Cruel Crazy Beautiful World”

00:19:04 Oyihwam Internationals – “Anoma Franoas”

00:26:38 Angélique Kidjo; Alicia Keys; Branford Marsalis – “Djin Djin”

00:31:14 -Youssou N’Dour; Etoile De Dakar -“Immigrés”

00:39:00 Hamid Al Shaeri -“Ayonha”

00:44:13 King Sunny Ade -“E Dide E Mujo”

00:48:26 Hallelujah Chicken Run Band -“Mudzimu Ndiringe”

00:51:41 William Onyeabor-“Atomic Bomb”

00:59:37 The Lijadu Sisters -“Life’s Gone Down Low”

01:04:29 Geoffrey Oryema -“Makambo”

01:09:29 Orchestra Baobab -“Ndeleng Ndeleng”

01:17:36 Konono N°1 -“Wumbanzanga”

A reminder:

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Thanks for listening,

Dave

On The Road – April 28, 2025

On this week’s show we hit the road. Not just any road, but the winding, dusty, shimmering kind—where stories stretch across yellow lines, and every turn carries its own rhythm.

From dusty crossroads to inner pilgrimages, from backseat singalongs to the strange alleys of the subconscious—this is a journey across musical highways, detours, and dead ends that still somehow lead us home.

So pack light, breathe deep, and let the road unfold.

Playlist for the week of April 28, 2025:

00:00:00 Ray Charles – “Hit the Road Jack”

00:03:30 Willie Nelson – “On The Road Again”

00:06:00 Roger Miller – “King of the Road”

00:08:23 Canned Heat – “On The Road Again”

00:11:46 John Denver – “Take Me Home, Country Roads”

00:15:31 Elton John – “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”

00:18:43 The Beatles – “The Long and Winding Road”

00:22:20 Rascal Flatts – “Bless the Broken Road”

00:26:03 Lauren Alaina – “Road Less Traveled”

00:30:22 Steve Earle – “Copperhead Road”

00:34:50 Bob Dylan – “On the Road Again”

00:37:22 Robert Johnson – “Cross Road Blues”

00:39:50 Bruce Springsteen – “Thunder Road”

00:45:31 Talking Heads – “Road to Nowhere”

00:49:50 Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band – “Yellow Brick Road”

00:52:15 The Beatles – “Why Don’t We Do It in the Road?”

00:53:54 The Doors – “Roadhouse Blues”

00:58:51 Joni Mitchell – “Refuge of the Roads”

01:05:28 Yusuf / Cat Stevens – “On the Road to Find Out”

01:10:35 UB40 ft. Tippa Irie – “On the Road”

01:13:58 Tom Waits – “On The Road”

01:21:37 Readings from On The Road – Jack Kerouac

Doo Wop Part 3 – April 21, 2025

Dear Friends,

This week on Next To Silence we drift back to the glow of street lamps and transistor radios, to harmonies that once echoed off stoops and fire escapes with the third and final journey through the heart of doo wop—songs of devotion, heartbreak, summer nights, and promises whispered beneath porch lights. From the innocent to the smoldering and back again, let the voices carry you somewhere just out of reach, just next to silence.

The playlist for the week of April 21, 2025 ☞

00.:00:00 The Moonglows – Sincerely

00:04:49 The Cadillacs – Speedo

00:06:57 The Crew Cuts – Sh-Boom

00:09:42 The Platters – Only You (And You Alone)

00:12:17 The Drifters – Save the Last Dance for Me

00:14:48 Jerry Butler – For Your Precious Love

00:17:32 The Duprees – You Belong To Me

00:20:18 The Dreamlovers – When We Get Married

00:22:42 Rosie & The Originals – Angel Baby

00:26:24 The Mello-Kings – Tonite Tonite

00:32:12 The Danleers – One Summer Night

00:34:24 Shep & The Limelites – Daddy’s Home

00:37:16 The Marvelettes – Playboy

00:40:00 Hank Ballard – Work With Me Annie

00:42:30 Hank Ballard – Annie Had a Baby

00:45:09 Billy Ward & The Dominoes – Sixty Minute Man

00:47:38 The Del-Vikings – Oh Tonight

00:52:53 Carla Thomas – Gee Whiz (Look at His Eyes)

00:55:06 Chuck Jackson – Any Day Now

00:58:48 Jesse Belvin – Goodnight My Love

01:01:55 The Cadillacs – Gloria

01:04:46 The Spaniels – Goodnite Sweetheart, Goodnite

01:07:29 The Pentagons – To Be Loved (Forever)

01:09:57 Jackie Wilson – Lonely Teardrops

01:12:34 Dion – Donna the Prima Donna

01:15:26 The Drifters – This Magic Moment

01:17:52 Little Anthony & The Imperials – I’m On the Outside (Looking In)

01:20:58 The Echoes – Baby Blue

01:28:20 The Essex – Easier Said Than Done

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Thanks for listening,

Dave

Spiritual John Coltrane – April 14, 2025

Dear Friends,

This week’s show journeys into the transcendent world of John Coltrane, a musician whose work embodies both the depth of human struggle and the heights of spiritual awakening. Coltrane’s music evolved from bebop to free jazz, but his search for truth—both personal and universal—remained constant. From meditative ballads to fervent expressions of devotion, this playlist highlights his spiritual essence, culminating in A Love Supreme, his masterpiece of gratitude and enlightenment.

John Coltrane’s spiritual journey was not just in his music, but in his life. Today we honor his search for truth, love, and the divine.

PLAYLIST for the week of April 14, 2025:

00:00:00 John Coltrane -Dear Lord

00:08:08 John Coltrane Quartet -Spiritual (Live at the Village Vanguard, 1961)

00:21:50 John Coltrane – Naima

00:26:10 John Coltrane – Alabama

00:28:33 John Coltrane – After The Rain

00:32:41 John Coltrane Quartet – Wise One

00:41:42 John Coltrane – I Want to Talk About You

00:57:18 John Coltrane – A Love Supreme Pt. I – Acknowledgement

01:05:00 John Coltrane – A Love Supreme Pt. II – Resolution

01:12:18 John Coltrane – A Love Supreme Pt. III – Pursuance

01:22:59 John Coltrane – A Love Supreme Pt. IV – Psalm

To all my friends: Happy Easter, Happy Passover, thanks for listening.

Dave

Carole King & Gerry Goffin – April 7, 2025

Dear Friends,

This week Next To Silence dives into the legendary songs of Carole King and Gerry Goffin—one of the most iconic songwriting duos in music history. Their melodies shaped the sound of pop, soul, and rock from the ‘60s onward, performed by artists like The Shirelles, The Drifters, Dusty Springfield, and even The Monkees. We’ll explore their greatest hits, uncover the stories behind the music, and celebrate the lasting impact of their songwriting magic. Whether you’re reminiscing or discovering these classics for the first time, please sit back and enjoy the timeless sound of Goffin & King.

The playlist for the week of April 7, 2025 ☞

00:00:00 The Shirelles -Will You Love Me Tomorrow

00:04:04 Bobby Vee -Take Good Care of My Baby

00:07:10 Little Eva -The Loco-Motion

00:09:26 The Drifters -Up on the Roof

00:11:59 The Monkees -Pleasant Valley Sunday

00:15:12 Freddie Scott -Hey Girl

00:18:17 Steve Lawrence -Go Away Little Girl

00:20:29 The Chiffons -One Fine Day

00:22:35 Earl-Jean -I’m into Something Good

00:25:25 Aretha Franklin -(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman

00:28:06 Dusty Springfield -Some Of Your Lovin’

00:34:57 The Cookies -Don’t Say Nothin’ Bad (About My Baby)

00:37:37 Maxine Brown -Oh No Not My Baby

00:40:12 The Byrds -Wasn’t Born to Follow

00:42:17 The Everly Brothers -Crying in the Rain

00:44:14 Gerry & The Pacemakers -I’ll Be There

00:47:25 Dusty Springfield -No Easy Way Down

0050:33 The Animals -Don’t Bring Me Down

00:53:46 The Righteous Brothers -Just Once In My Life

01:01:36 The Drifters -When My Little Girl Is Smiling

01:04:07 Betty Everett -I Can’t Hear You

01:06:40 Tony Orlando -Bless You

01:08:49 The Righteous Brothers -Hung On You

01:12:08 Dee Dee Warwick -Yours Until Tomorrow

01:14:30 Del Shannon -Cry Myself to Sleep

01:20:02 Carole King -You’ve Got a Friend

Next To Silence streams live at:

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Thanks for listening,

Dave

HAPPY – March 24, 2025

Happiness is a universal pursuit, yet its meaning varies—some find it in love, others in solitude, adventure, or even nostalgia. Interestingly, many songs about happiness are upbeat and celebratory, while others reveal a more complex, even bittersweet, side to joy. Humor, often intertwined with happiness, works by highlighting the unexpected—surprising contrasts, irony, or exaggeration—provoking laughter and lightness.

This week’s show features songs that has “happy” or “happiness” in the title. As we explore these songs, consider what happiness sounds like to you.

The playlist for the week of March 24, 2025:

00:00:00 The Turtles - Happy Together
00:05:10 The Rolling Stones - Happy
00:08:12 The Pointer Sisters - Happiness
00:12:06 The Temptations - Happy People
00:15:41 Otis Redding - The Happy Song (Dum-Dum)
00:21:07 Judy Garland - Get Happy
00:23:53 Roy Rogers - Happy Trails
00:26:07 Nat King Cole - Sometimes I'm Happy
00:30:15 Barbara Streisand - Happy Days Are Here Again
00:33:18 Peggy Lee - Happiness Is A Thing Called Joe
00:39:19 Jim Kweskin & Maria Muldaur -Let's Get Happy Together
00:41:52 Taj Mahal - Happy Just To Be Like I Am
00:45:36 Dan Hicks & His Hot Licks - Is This My Happy Home?
00:49:21 Lightnin' Hopkins - Happy Blues For John Glen
00:54:41 Elmore James Happy Home
00:57:32 Mafikizolo - Happiness
01:03:14 Yemi Alade - Happy Day
01:05:35 Childish Gambino & Khruangbin - Happy Survival
01:08:43 Paul McCartney - Happy With You
01:12:16 The Who - Happy Jack
01:14:27 Bobby McFerrin - Don't Worry Be Happy
01:19:14 Tim Buckley - Happy Time
01:22:26 The Beatles - Happiness Is A Warm Gun
01:25:08 Blood, Sweat & Tears - You Made Me So Very Happy
01:29:20 The Edwin Hawkins Singers - Oh Happy Day
01:40:17 Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band - I'm Glad

Ennio Morricone – August 26, 2024

Ennio Morricone’s contribution to the world of music, especially film music, stands as a testament to his unparalleled genius. Over a career spanning more than six decades, Morricone composed over 400 film and television scores, in addition to more than 100 classical works. His music is not just a backdrop to the films it accompanies; it is an integral part of the storytelling process, often conveying more emotion, tension, and drama than the dialogue or visuals themselves.

This week’s show features some of his greatest compositions, for film.

The playlist for the week of August 26, 2024 ☞

00:00:00 Ennio Morricone – The Ecstasy of Gold

00:05:48 Ennio Morricone – Deborah’s Theme – ( From “Once upon a time in America”)

00:09:55 Ennio Morricone – A Fistful of Dollars – Titles

00:12:49 Ennio Morricone; Itzhak Perlman; John Williams; Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra – Love Theme (From “Cinema Paradiso”)

00:16:01 Ennio Morricone – For a Few Dollars More – Main Theme

00:18;56 Ennio Morricone – Gabriel’s Oboe (From “The Mission”)

00:21:07 Ennio Morricone – Man with a Harmonica (From “Once Upon a Time in the West”)

00:24:29 Ennio Morricone; Joan Baez – Here’s to You (From “Sacco e Vanzetti”)

00:27:36 Ennio Morricone; Maria Travia; Hayley Westenra; Roma Sinfonietta – Once Upon A Time In The West – Main Theme

00:31:31 Ennio Morricone – Watch Chimes (Carillon’s Theme from For a Few Dollars More)

00:32:39 Ennio Morricone – The Verdict (Dopo la condanna) (From “Inglourious Basterds”)

00:33:50 Ennio Morricone – Duck You Sucker! (From “A Fistful of Dynamite”)

00:38:32 Ennio Morricone – Abolicao (From “Burn!”)

00:43:27 Ennio Morricone – Overture (From “The Hateful Eight”)

00:46:37 Ennio Morricone – Chi mai From “Maddalena”)

00:50:04 Ennio Morricone – Theme – From ”The Battle of Algiers”

00:52:30 Ennio Morricone – Ninna Nanna per adulteri (From ” Cuore Di Mamma” and “The Place Beyond The Pines”)

00:55:32 Ennio Morricone – The Tropical Variation (From “Nostromo”)

00:58:49 Ennio Morricone – On Earth As It Is In Heaven (From “The Mission”)

01:02:35 Ennio Morricone – Navajo Joe (From ” Navajo Joe”)

01:05:23 Ennio Morricone – The Untouchables – End Title

01:08:23 Ennio Morricone – My Name is Nobody (From “My Name is Nobody”)

01:11:13 Ennio Morricone; Sabine Meyer -A l’aube du cinquième jour (From “Cinema Paradiso”)

01:13:27Ennio Morricone – Theme from The Sicilian Clan

01:17:22 Ennio Morricone – Theme From ”Lolita”

01:21:44 Ennio Morricone – Rabbia e Tarantella (From “Inglourious Basterds”)

01:26:50 Ennio Morricone -The Good, The Bad & The Ugly – opening theme

Masterpieces of Minimalism – September 23, 2024

Minimalism in music is a style that focuses on simplicity and repetition. Instead of using lots of complex notes and fast changes, minimalist music uses a small number of musical ideas and builds on them slowly. It’s like using just a few colors to paint a picture, but finding new ways to mix and repeat those colors to create something interesting over time.

This week’s show explores minimalism with what I consider a handful of masterpieces. Some compositions run from 30-50 minutes, the 8 compositions this week are much shorter. My intention is to give you a taste of this musical genre. I invite you to follow the music as it unfolds. It may seem simple, but the effect may heighten your focus, create a meditative or trance state, or simply relax you.

Playlist for this show:

00:00:00 Philip Glass; Philip Glass Ensemble; Michael Riesman – Glassworks: I. Opening

00:08:56 Hania Rani -It Comes in Waves – Live at Studio 1

00:15:23 Laurie Anderson -O Superman

00:23:46 Steve Reich; Piano Circus – Six Pianos

00:47:21 Stefano Scala – Music for pieces of wood

00:54:46 Terry Riley – Poppy Nogood and the Phantom Band

01:16:21 Meredith Monk; Katia Labèque; Marielle Labèque; Bryce Dessner; David Chalmin – Ellis Island

01:19:19 Steve Reich; Rebecca Armstrong; Jay Clayton; Erin Lesser; Sō Percussion – Drumming: Pt. II

01:42:39 Delta Saxophone Quartet -New York Counterpoint 1

Gimme Dat Harp Boy – November 18, 2024

The harmonica, a small but mighty instrument, has left an indelible mark on American music. Known for its distinctive, soulful sound, the harmonica is often associated with blues, folk, country, and rock music. Its appeal lies in its portability, affordability, and versatility, allowing musicians to express complex emotions across a range of genres. Although its origins are rooted outside the U.S., the harmonica became an essential part of American music in the 19th and 20th centuries, shaping genres and adding depth to musical expression.

This week Next To Silence is not so much a history of the harmonica in American Music as a appreciation, which features a collection of some of my favorite tunes that feature the mouth harp. We’ll hear the harmonica featured in different genres – blues, pop, rock, movie soundtracks, country, and African music.

Playlist for the week of November 18, 2024:

00:00:00 John Mayall – Room To Move

00:07:01 Little Walter – Juke

00:09:43 Stevie Wonder – Fingertips Pt 2

00:12:52 The Lovin’ Spoonful – Lonely – Instrumental

00:16:11 Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band – Gimme Dat Harp Boy

00:19:42 The Paul Butterfield Blues Band – Born in Chicago

00:27:47 Ennio Morricone – Man with a Harmonica

00:26:13 Toots Thielemans – Scotch On The Rocks

00:32:15 Cream – Rollin’ and Tumblin’ – Live

00:37:16 Charlie Musselwhite – Christo Redemptor

00:40:34 John Barry – Midnight Cowboy

00:43::19 Sonny Boy Williamson II; The Yardbirds – Mister Downchild – Live

00:47:26 SOBA; Moussa Koita; Jean-Emile Biayenda; Vincent Bucher – Tounga

0:51:41 – Canned Heat – On The Road Again

00:55:04 The Rolling Stones – Midnight Rambler

01:01:54 The Doobie Brothers – Long Train Runnin’

01:05:20 Led Zeppelin – When the Levee Breaks

01:15:09 Joe Filisko & Eric Noden – Destination Unknown

01:17:4 Billy Joel – Piano Man

01:23:21 The J. Geils Band – Whammer Jammer

01:25:57 Bruce Springsteen – The Promised Land

01:30:24 Blues Traveler – Run-Around

01:35:01 Bob Dylan – I Want You

01:38:05 The Beatles -Love Me Do

01:40:24 Jethro Tull -Some Day the Sun Won’t Shine for You

01:45:53 Charlie McCoy -Orange Blossom Special

Those We’ve Lost in 2024 – December 30, 2024

This show pays tribute to some of the recording artists we’ve lost in 2024. There are way too many for me to include on one show, and I have selected some of the artists who, for one reason or another, resonated for me.

This week’s playlist:

00:00:00 The Shangri-Las – Remember (Walkin’ In The Sand)

00:05:59 Melanie – Brand New Key

00:08:24 John Kander; Chita Rivera; Chicago Ensemble; Stanley Lebowsky – All That Jazz (from “Chicago”)

00:11:34 MC5 – Kick Out the Jams

00:14:11 Bob Marley & The Wailers – Lively Up Yourself

00:23:19 Jello Biafra; Mojo Nixon – Love Me I’m a Liberal

00:27:20 Allman Brothers Band – Revival

00:31:25 Duane Eddy – Rebel Rouser

00:33:44 Spider John Koerner – Rattlesnake

00:35:19 Mansour Seck – Almany Bocoum

00:42:10 Françoise Hardy – Le temps de l’amour

00:46:14 Kinky Friedman – We Reserve The Right To Refuse Service To You

00:50:16 Ali Farka Touré; Toumani Diabaté – Ruby

00:56:12 John Mayall – Room To Move

01:00:45 Sergio Mendes & Brasil ’66 – Mas Que Nada

01:03:22 Kris Kristofferson – Me and Bobby McGee

01:07:37 It’s A Beautiful Day – White Bird

01:17:29 Grateful Dead -Box of Rain

01:22:46 Michael Jackson – Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’

01:28:45 Martial Solal; Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen – Spring Swing

01:33:55 Cissy Houston – Think It Over

01:39:45 Onyeka Onwenu – Iyogogo

01:44:46 Chick Corea -Samba Yantra

01:48:42 P.D.Q.Bach; Peter Schickele; The Greater Hoople Area Off-Season Philharmonic -1712 Overture S. 1712

Happy New Year!

Dave