Trumpet virtuoso and improviser Dizzy Gillespie, was a leading popularizer of the form of jazz called bebop. Here's to his two pouched cheeks that blew magic every time he picked up his horn.
We have tons of great music from classic soundtracks and TODAY they're commercial-free. It was October 18th, 1961 that the film West Side Story, based on the Broadway musical and starring Natalie Wood and Rita Moreno, premieres in New York.
Our Rocktober Spotlight today shines on indie/adult rock stalwarts Wilco. Hear them today on these channels, including tracks from their just-released thirteenth studio album, <em>Cousin</em>.
We're celebrating one of the most influential women in rock. The "Queen of Rock 'n Roll" has had 3 albums certified platinum or gold. We're featuring Joan Jett on these channels!
In 1995, after leaving Berklee College of Music, Maines was recruited by the Dixie Chicks to join them as lead singer. Laura With Maines as lead vocalist, the band earned 10 Country Music Association Awards and 13 Grammy Awards. We're featuring Natalie's work with the Chicks on these channels.