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Play Something Sweet

PLAY SOMETHING SWEET with Patti Compton is a music history show that celebrates music and puts songs in historical context. Join host Patti Compton as she traces the history of American music through blues, jazz, country, rock, soul, punk, and more. In each show, Patti brings insight into the cultural influences that contributed to the music and plays a variety of well-known and lesser-known tracks. Listen in as we PLAY SOMETHING SWEET on KXFM. Thursdays at 4PM!

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61:25

Episode 77 - The Spirituality of Jazz

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2023/04/29

Play Something Sweet - Today I am joined by my friend and jazz admirer, Owen Blum, who takes us on a journey through the spirituality of jazz. Music by Ornette Coleman, John Coltrane, Alice Coltrane, Pharoah Sanders, Albert Ayler, Kamasi Washington, and Floating Points.

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61:23

Episode 76 - Desert Country

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2023/04/21

Today on Play Something Sweet -- I welcome my music friend, Todd Katovsich, who brings desert country vibes and alt country tunes for a Stagecoach preview. Music by Uncle Tupelo, Whiskeytown, Wilco, Ryan Bingham, Jason Isbell, Charley Crockett, Son Volt, and more!

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60:25

Episode 75 - The Apollo

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2023/04/07

Play Something Sweet: Today we explore the history and cultural importance of The Apollo Theater. Music by James Brown, Dinah Washington, Ray Charles, and Stevie Wonder.

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59:07

Episode 74 - BRUCE!

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2023/04/06

Today on Play Something Sweet we discuss why Bruce Springsteen is a national treasure and play lesser-known tracks. Music by Bruce Springsteen.

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62:13

Episode 73 - Interview PHIL GOUGH

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2023/03/24

LOCAL ARTIST SPOTLIGHT - Today on Play Something Sweet I interview accomplished local musician, Phil Gough, who brings an eclectic playlist and performs incredible live original songs.

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64:01

Episode 72 - Drunk History

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2023/03/19

Tune in to Play Something Sweet today as we discuss the history of the Temperance Movement and the road to Prohibition in the United States and listen to an eclectic mix of good ol' drinking songs! Music by Jimmy Liggins, Norah Jones, Merle Haggard, John Lee Hooker, Jimmy Rogers, Colin Hay, Jeff Beck, Rod Stewart, Nancy Wilson, A.J. Croce, Jello Biafra, Mojo Nixon, Loudon Wainwright III, Dave Matthews, and Tim Reynolds.

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64:41

Episode 71 - Interview BOB HAWKINS

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2023/03/10

Today on Play Something Sweet -- I am joined in studio by local Laguna Beach musician Bob Hawkins who takes us on a journey through his musical influences.

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59:21

Episode 70 - Opry Sweethearts

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2023/03/03

Today on Play Something Sweet we are honoring the sweethearts of the Grand Ole Opry. Music by Kitty Wells, Patsy Cline, Jean Shepard, Connie Smith, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, Tanya Tucker, Dolly Parton, Bobbie Gentry, Barbara Mandrell, Linda Martell, Crystal Gayle, Emmylou Harris, and June Carter Cash.

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61:34

Episode 69 - Piano Men

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2023/02/25

Today on Play Something Sweet - we look at the influence of the piano on rock music. Music by Elton John, Billy Joel, and Leon Russell.

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62:56

Episode 68 - Prince's Pedagogy

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2023/02/17

Play Something Sweet: Today we explore the cultural impact of Prince. Music by Prince.

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62:37

Episode 67 - Valentines Vibes

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2023/02/10

Today on Play Something Sweet -- we explore music from the 2000s with Valentines Vibes. Music by Norah Jones, Ben Taylor, Bob Schneider, Bright Eyes, Alexi Murdoch, The Wood Brothers, Jackie Greene, Eric Lindell, JJ Grey, AJ Croce, Turnpike Troubadours, and Mark Knopfler.

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62:46

Episode 66 - Grammy-Nominated Americana

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2023/02/03

Play Something Sweet: Today we celebrate 2023 Grammy-nominated Americana, Blues, and Roots Music! Music by Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, Keb Mo, Taj Mahal, Willie Nelson, Dr. John, Brandi Carlisle, and many more!

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62:00

Episode 65 - Interview WARREN MURREL

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2023/01/27

Today on Play Something Sweet we are excited to welcome Warren Murrel from Robert Jon & The Wreck for a conversation and some great music! Music by Robert Jon & The Wreck, King Tree & The Earthmothers, Bywater Call, Jade Macrae, Jeremie Albino, Balto, and Rival Sons.

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67:01

Episode 64 - Don't You Forget About Me

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2023/01/13

Today on Play Something Sweet - My friend, Celeste Gilles, joins me in-studio to reminisce about John Hughes films and play a fun set of 1980s music! Music by OMD, The Psychedelic Furs, Thompson Twins, Echo and the Bunnymen, Billy Idol, and Kate Bush.

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65:53

Episode 63 - Cool Jazz

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2023/01/11

Play Something Sweet: Today we dive into Cool Jazz. Music by Stan Getz, Gerry Mulligan, Chet Baker, Miles Davis, and Dave Brubeck.

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65:29

Episode 62 - Winter Solstice

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2022/12/23

Today on Play Something Sweet we are celebrating the Winter Solstice and playing a collage of music. Music by the Indigo Girls, Paul Simon, Cat Stevens, The Band, Bob Dylan, G. Love, B.B. King, the Rolling Stones, Van Morrison, James Brown, Kenny Loggins, A.J. Croce, and Dr. John.

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64:01

Episode 61 - Holiday Ramble

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2022/12/16

It's a Holiday Ramble on Play Something Sweet today! Music by Willie Nelson and Norah Jones, Bruce Springsteen, Run-DMC, G Love, Eric Clapton, Adam Sandler, Robert Earl Keen, the Kinks, Dave Matthews Band, and B.B. King.

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65:24

Episode 60 - Interview ETHAN STAUS

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2022/12/02

On this episode of Play Something Sweet, Patti Compton interviews local Laguna Beach musician, Ethan Staus, and plays music curated by Ethan - including the premiere of his new song and an in-studio live performance.

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60:54

Episode 59 - Juke Joints

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2022/11/19

Play Something Sweet - Today we travel the Chitlin Circuit and look at the history of Juke Joints. Music by R.L. Burnside, Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, Big Mama Thornton, Little Walter, and John Lee Hooker.

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60:03

Episode 58 - Backroad Women

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2022/11/15

Today on Play Something Sweet we celebrate strong women who create timeless music. Music by Bonnie Raitt, Emmylou Harris, Lucinda Williams, Susan Tedeschi, Patty Griffin, Nicki Bluhm, Grace Potter, Samantha Fish, and Larkin Poe.

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