Shows and Archives
WYXR Morning Show
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Wednesdays
Morning Boost
Angela Jackson
Wake up to a groove with Angela Jackson’s mixture of news, trends, humor and soul.
Let’s Get Lost
Joe Restivo, John Buford
A jazz-only program, mainly centered around jazz music from 1945-1965. Joe Restivo and John Buford are your hosts.
A Corner Called Jazz
Shelby McCall
WYXR Operations Coordinator Shelby McCall shares her love for the enduring sounds of the extended jazz universe in this weekly show, complete with cherished music and memories.
Have A Talk With Telisa
Telisa Franklin
Dr. Telisa Franklin spotlights impactful individuals across business, community, and the arts in Memphis with insightful and inspiring conversation.
Ring the Alarm
Kerri Mahoney
Picture yourself cruising across the seas, indulging in hot, Caribbean passion, the sweet, serenity of an hour-long voyage. No matter which mood, with Kerri Mahoney as your conductor, be sure you won’t be set adrift.
Song on the Radio
Robby Grant, Winston Eggleston
WYXR Executive Director, Robby Grant, and his pal, Winston Eggleston, let the world inside their minds.
Strange Mysterious Sounds
The Big G . Mysterious
High quality music of lowly chart stature with host The Big G . Mysterious, non-charting 45s and forgotten LP cuts of all genres from every era of recorded sound. With the “emphasis on Memphis,” but advocating for the unknown, the curious, the under represented . . . and the mysterious.
Mack Man Music (Want You To Use It)
Mack Man
A recurring guest on Pastor Shipp's "Gospel Talk," longtime DJ and entertainer Arthur "Mack Man" McLemore gives you music for your Wednesday evening. Wind down, have a good time, and stay a while.
Somewhere There
Mike Brown
Join long-time record collector Mike Brown on an eclectic musical journey to Somewhere There. Venture along a path that traverses genres and moods while mixing the obscure with the known and should-be-known from decades long-gone to the present.
Steal The Radio
DJ Red Eye
DJ Red Eye is so good. So good the he "could steal a radio and leave the music behind."
Reachin’ Out
Daniel Mathis
The lengths that Daniel Mathis will go to to find a soulful rarity is well beyond what most folks would consider reasonable. Luckily, all you have to do is relax and listen to what he’s found. From cassette to 45, and whether overproduced or lo-fi, he’ll get his hands on it. And you’ll find it irresistible to dance to.
Club Paradise
Jason “Witnesse” Sims
Jason “Witnesse” Sims commands crowds behind his turntables, whether rockin’ a party or a concert, with Memphis hip-hop jesters Lord T. & Eloise. His bread and butter is Memphis’ modern soul and boogie, for which he routinely reaches deep, down inside the crates to pull timeless, overlooked gems.
The Blast
DJ Infamous Flame
Hip-hop turntablist and vibe maestro DJ Infamous Flame checks in on the decks to give you a sonic soundscape perfect for relaxing, learning, and building.
Thursdays
Thacker Mountain Radio Hour
Jim Dees
Live from Oxford, Mississippi, host Jim Dees and The Yalobushwhackers band present a down-home experience, with trailblazing literary and musical guests.
The Mystic
Rev. Joshua Henry Narcisse, Dr. Scott Morris, Micah Greenstein, Kirk Whalum, Rev. Dr. Lillian Lammers
The Mystic” features Rev. Joshua Henry Narcisse, Dr. Scott Morris, Rabbi Micah Greenstein, Kirk Whalum, and Rev. Dr. Lillian Lammers, as they share music, conversation and matters of the spirit, Listen to past episodes.
Sound Bites
Daily Memphian
Like any amazing dish, Memphis is a combination of great cultures and cuisines from around the world. Join The Daily Memphian as we take you on a culinary tour of all the food and traditions that Memphis has to offer in Sound Bites, your insider guide to eating and drinking Memphis.
The Sidebar
Eric Barnes
The Sidebar, hosted by Eric Barnes from The Daily Memphian, focuses on arts, culture and everything in between in Memphis, including interviews with people shaping the city and sometimes an exploration of topics stranger, funnier and more surprising than you might expect to hear.
Healing Frequencies
Keri Lee
Follow Keri on a spiritual journey with morning meditation and mindfulness. Find your own frequency!
Ridin’ In Rhythm
Jim Duckworth
Treat yourself to the sounds of yesteryear’s jazz, direct from the 1920s, ’30s and ’40s. Your host is Jim Duckworth.
Cabbages & Kings
Jim Spake
Long-tenured saxophonist of Memphis’ many coveted genres, Jim Spake offers up a “kitchen-sink” approach to appreciation of records, across era, style and theme, from post-war R&B to novelty recordings and more.
Hard Feelings
Telly (Wig Doc)
In the realm where melodies entwine, a symphony of notes, both sharp and fine. Beneath the moon's soft, silvery ceilings, resides the sound of Hard Feelings.
Burnt Ends
Eric Plumley
Those tough and smoky bits that for years were cast away by most and relished by few. Rock, soul, country . . . ragged, but right. Hosted by Eric Plumley.
Flight Risk
DJ Alpha Whiskey
Air-traffic controller by night and DJ by day, DJ Alpha Whiskey spins the music that makes your party take flight.
Funkytown
STH Memphis Jeff
STH Memphis Jeff provides an offering of of the music inspired by his upbringing in South Memphis, the Bluff City’s most musical neighborhood. Enjoy soul, funk, and hip-hop from the past and future.
Computer Noise
Michael “Qemist” Ivy
Musician and performer Michael “Qemist” Ivy presents a weekly evening of classic electronic dance music, from techno, house, breakbeat, ambient and more, featuring guest mixes and news from throughout Memphis’ EDM world.
Strange Wave
Natalie Hoffmann
Musician Natalie Hoffmann has made her name in Memphis for melding punk and synth to impressive effect through various bands and projects. On radio, she’s planning to make waves – the strange way. Hoffmann promises “no wave, new wave, and minimal wave,” while incorporating a fluid mix of hard rock, soft rock and more.
Fly By Nite
DJ Spanish Fly
Regarded by many as The Godfather of Memphis Rap, DJ Spanish Fly tells his story in simple terms. As far as Bluff City hip-hop goes, there was no one before him. With all his dues paid and many careers inspired from his influence in the genre, there’s nothing left for him to do but kick back and have his fun. This nighttime variety show finds him opening up the hotlines to find answers to burning questions.
Fridays
Seams Likely
Will Randolph
Feelin’ like you’re in a funk on a Friday? No worries. Area man Will Randolph can bring you comfort with a patchwork quilt of tracks across genre, geography, and time. With a dash of absurdity thrown in for good measure.
Air Conditioned
Rick Clark
Memphis native, former music critic and longtime music supervisor for film and television, Rick Clark, reveals the range, depth and textures of recorded music, direct from his coveted collection and detailed notebook of sound.
Welcome to Neosoulville
Tonya Dyson
Tonya Dyson has become synonymous with Memphis’ contemporary soul. A performer, record store owner and advocate for musicians, you can rely on her collection of hip-hop, funk, jazz, spoken word and neo-soul to be fresh from the source and close to the pulse of Memphis’ evolving beat.
Nervous Wreck Radio
Jared “Jay B.” Boyd
WYXR Program Manager Jared Boyd drops the needle on hip-hop, soul, post-disco, new jack swing and more, letting listeners in on unsung cuts from the past.
The Audio Box
Devin Jermaine
Join Devin Jermaine for an afternoon of infectious energy and eclectic music taste. Expect a mix of interesting insights and cool tunes.
Switchin’ to Glide
Lori McStay
Mom and pop proprietors of Memphis’ longest-running record store, Shangri-La Records, Lori and Jared McStay play odds and ends of all genres, including tons of Memphis music. Occasionally welcomes guest DJs and live performances from cherished local musicians.
Finders, Keepers
Amanda Dent
Amanda mines for obscure artists along with playing established indie rock acts. Much like a mixtape with varying genres and eras, but leaning most heavily on indie rock and pop. Occasional live music performances, interviews and guest DJs.
Life on Deck
Cole Wheeler
Record store clerk Cole Wheeler threads the needle between the underground and the mainstream by playing tracks from many genres to paint a single picture that expresses this: Don’t be afraid to dig. It will seek to broaden the musical horizons of listeners by highlighting the unknown in the same context as the known.
Bread & Butter Radio
DJ Travis, DJ Rhinestonee
DJ Rhinestonee and DJ Travi$ blend hip-hop, neo-soul, pop, and notable classics for a refreshing Friday sessions fit for a funky-forward launch into the weekend.
The Musical Adventures Of...
Larry Heard
Renowned globally as "The Father of Deep House Music," producer Larry Heard is a veteran of the studio and stage and a luminary figure in the realm of electronic dance music. Though closely associated with the underground club scene of Chicago, his love for Memphis and roots in the region run deep, as a descendant of the Mississippi Delta and a longtime Memphian. He offers weekly explorations of various genres, from soul, neo-soul, world music, and more.
The NuSoul Mix
DJ Siphne Aaye
Like pure joy and exuberance in a package, DJ Siphne Aaye’s confluence of neo-soul and bohemian hip-hop served as the soundtrack to Memphis’ popular “Artistik Lounge” concert series, for years. Now based in New Orleans, Siphne has Memphis on her mind each week, with her radio show, made just for fans to cool out and kick back at home.
Planet Chrome
Nicole Covington
From old school to new, Nicole's "Planet Chrome" is built around the most amped up sounds in the universe of hip-hop.
Saturdays
Cake Effexx
Lulu Kling-Wilson
Each week, DJ Lulu Kling-Wilson celebrates the birthdays of artists, authors, actors, activists, and albums that inspire her. Drawing from a personal log of milestones she’s kept over the years, Lulu curates mixes that honor cultural trailblazers across genres and mediums.From soul legends to literary icons, Cake Effexx serves up a weekly soundtrack of creativity, history, and inspiration.
Caribbean Soul
Antonio Quinn
Soul explorer, Antonio Quinn, is an avid listener and lover of the music discovered on his travels across the globe. Specializing in the sounds of the far-reaching shores, from islands and territories across Central and South America, Antonio’s collection of sounds is a diasporic dissertation of sunshine, swaying hips, and Saturday morning meditation.
Feels Good to Me
Bob Elbrecht
Can’t find the words to say what you feel? No worries! Bob Elbrecht is all about the instrumental. Kick back and listen up.
Gospel Talk, Back in the Day
Pastor Juan D. Shipp
With his D-Vine Spirituals gospel music and sermons lable in the 1970s, radio DJ Juan Shipp, shook up the local spiritual landscape. Today, he’s doing it all over again, by way of Bible & Tire Records, a subsidiary of Big Legal Mess. Let Pastor Shipp share his illustrious catalog with you and highlight rising local talents on his radar.
Baroque Down Palace
Pat Sansone
Heard weekly on WYXR and other stations where availableA weekly, hour-long music program hosted by musician Pat Sansone (The Autumn Defense, Wilco).This program explores the rich musical landscape of the 1960s and 1970s, blending well-known hits with deep cuts across genres. With a focus on songs that incorporate symphonic touches or classical influences, Sansone provides context and stories behind each track, spotlighting artists like Roberta Flack, The Who, The Left Banke, Jose Feliciano, Dusty Springfield, Tim Buckley, and Isaac Hayes.--[AUDIO PLAYER WIDGET]--If you have more content to show below the audio widget, add it here:Radio program directors - it’s available for subscription now on PRSS and PRX.
Saturday Special Programming
Flex space in the WYXR schedule.
The Perfect Cut
Jai Boyd
Jai Boyd is a local performer, known for stirring up soul at Ernestine & Hazel’s. When he’s not entertaining tourists and making locals swoon from the stage, he’s holding court from his resident spot outside of a Downtown cigar lounge. He’ll be bringing a quiet storm with deep R&B grooves and the invigorating cigar talk his friends and fans are used to.
Chameleon Radio
DJ Nico
Settle in for a Saturday evening of sound led by one of Memphis' premier spinners in the world of house, jungle, and other electrified beats.
Between Your Ear
Noah Miller
Cassette connaisseur Noah Miller hosts a weekly retrospective honoring all things recorded to tape, from music to self-help advice to answering machine messages.
The Good Life
The Good Life DJs (House In The MidSouth)
Step into the rhythm of "The Good Life," where your Friday night comes alive with beats curated by the maestro of House In The MidSouth: Dantz King, Deadly DJ Kelly, DJ Brandon, DJ Rawhouse & DJ TJ Carter. Join them at 1 a.m. each Friday as the music unfolds, turning the airwaves into a sanctuary of soulful sounds that redefine your weekend soundtrack.
Computer Prophecy
The Stand Alone Complex
Relax for an enjoyable evening of house, jungle, techno, breakbeat, ambient and more from The Stand Alone Complex.
Grotto of Miracles
Andrew Earles
Music critic and humorist Andrew Earles covers the finer intracacies of underground rock: from punk, post-punk, indie, garage, college rock, to noise rock, as well as underground heavy rock and metal.
Sundays
Memphis Undercover
Nancy Agee
Nancy Agee plays music from Memphis and the Mid-South featuring artists that have connections to the local music scene. A bit of six degrees of separation with Memphis being the common link. Main focus to present music that is not as widely known in the world.
Puttin on Airs
Brandi Rinks
Potter and photographer Brandi Rinks convenes alt-country, heartland rock, modern honkytonk, indie country, and outlaw country, for a weekly morning of good times.
Analog Delay
J.B. Horrell
Record collector and member of Memphis-based bands, Aquarian Blood and Ex-Cult, JB Horrell plays music to “make sense of now and inform tomorrow.”
Wave Check
Cel Shade
Drift into the digital dreamscape with Wave Check, where host Cel Shade guides you through the shimmering worlds of vaporwave, mallsoft, eccojams, and beyond. From foundational cuts to the latest in surreal sound, this show explores the nostalgia, haze, and hyperreality of internet-born music.
Valley Of The Dolls
DJ Divje Babe
Rare gems and cutting-edge bangers—filtered through the female gaze. Get in loser, we're vibing.
On A Race Track In France
Caitlin Hassinger
Every week, Caitlin serves up a heady mix of tunes plucked from the universe of francophone music. Raised in the lively, multicultural streets of North Paris, Caitlin loves to share the francophone classics - beyond La Vie en Rose - that shaped her. From Algerian raï, to Zouk from Martinique, Cajun zydeco, French hardcore hip hop, or Lebanese disco, there's room for everyone On a Racetrack in France. Ready, set, c'est parti!
Mint Cream Tunes
Amy Dee
Dj Amy Dee blasts the dust off of vintage blues and rockabilly sides for a quaint program that goes down easy like a soda counter float.
Playing Changes
DJ Shmuel
Playing Changes explores the ever-evolving landscape of jazz, bridging the gap between today’s boundary-pushing artists and the pioneers who set the stage. With a deep dive into avant-garde and genre-bending sounds, the show takes listeners on a journey of innovation, discovery, and rich musical history.
FourFives
DeAnn Granderson
FourFives is a space where music and mindfulness intersect, guiding listeners on a journey of self-care, soul care, and community connection. Blending timeless and contemporary soul, jazz, and R&B with uplifting conversations, the show encourages alignment through sound and spirit.
Sweet Vibrations
DJ Gee Honey
Set yourself adrift across the illuminated landscape of a sultry sunset scene. The vibes are sweet like honey and your host is in control of every note. Brand new, silky soul has been prepared just for you.
Do You Believe?
Ben Bauermeister
What do you truly believe? If your answer is nothing, maybe you'll find true meaning flowing in this Sunday night sound experiment, conducted by sonic scientist Ben Bauermeister.
Without a Net
Jerry Wilson
A WYXR original, tune in to Without A Net for a lively mix of good Memphis radio, mostly from the forgotten crevices of the second half of the 20th century.DJ Jerry digs through the stacks to compose a weekly musical love letter for listeners, an eclectic blend of Sunday night sounds that usually centers around a strong dose of liberal-minded stretched-out jazz improvisation with frequent visits from the blues, funk, soul, & possibly some old punk rock & hip hop sprinkled throughout to keep things unpredictable.Make sure you get your medicine with a spoonful of honey, know what I mean.From the purest jazz all the way down to its most impurest... & lots of other nice sounds too.This is jazz radio for folks whose ears aren't sure how they feel about jazz radio, a show that'll go deep into the music while making it all fun & accessible for all. Come on and give a listen this Sunday night!
All Over The Place
Jesse Mansfield, Bruce Saltmarsh
Take a trip around the globe with All Over the Place, a sonic expedition hosted by Jesse Mansfield and Bruce Saltmarsh. Each week, the duo zeroes in on a different country, exploring its rich musical landscape—from traditional sounds and chart-topping hits to underground movements and the most unexpected oddities. Whether it's rare folk recordings, avant-garde experiments, or dancefloor anthems, All Over the Place is a passport to musical discovery, one nation at a time.
Audio Quest Log
Ethan Williford
Sometimes emotional and eerie, other times triumphant and cheery, this experimental musical quest is yours to accept. Follow host Ethan Williford on your hero's journey, traversing through all its ups and downs.
Mondays
Wake And Break
Saturna
Dive into the pulse-pounding world of "Wake & Break" with DJ Saturna on WYXR 91.7 FM. Join us as DJ Saturna leads the charge through the exhilarating realms of drum and bass, jungle, and other percussive delights. With an eclectic mix of beats and soul-stirring rhythms, DJ Saturna promises to awaken your senses and energize your mornings. Tune in and let the breaks take you on a captivating musical journey.
Songs That Move You
Willy Bearden
Filmmaker and historian Willy Bearden invites guests from throughout the numerous cultural corners of the Mid-South to share the music that inspires their life and contributions to our community.
New New Soft Shoe Show
David Swider
Record store proprietor and longtime collector, David Swider, wraps his loving arms around your Monday mornings with solid selections from his incomparable collection. Let your ears be soothed.
For The Gworlz
Trinity Adair
Former WYXR intern Trinity Adair not only soaks up knowledge but also drops knowledge on new music and vintage grooves each Monday afternoon. Everything she does is for the ladies and for the good times!
Just A Touch
Stephanie Williams, VeVe Yates
Sometimes it feels like your Monday needs a little extra something to get in gear. You'll get along better with "Just A Touch" of music and conversation with Stephanie and Veronica, who are sprinkling some R&B and soul into your midday.
The Groove Tomb
Billups Allen
Welcome to "The Groove Tomb" with your host, Billups Allen, where we embark on a cryptic journey through forgotten and underground sounds. Join us for a horror-tinged ride around the dial, exploring a seamless blend of jazz, blues, punk, soul, prog, rock and roll, and more. From the depths of the groovy underworld, "The Groove Tomb" brings you a late-night broadcast that's eerie, exhilarating, and always in the spirit of musical discovery. Tune in and let the cryptic playlist unfold in this sonic adventure with Billups Allen at the helm.
Sonosphere
Amy Schaftlein, Jenny Davis
Enter the Sonosphere, and explore the sounds that surround us all. Hosts Amy Schaftlein and Jenny Davis conduct interviews and jump head-first into experimental electronic, classical and popular music from across the globe.
Level Lola
DJ Lola
Long-time producer for Chip Washington’s “Real Talk - Memphis” steps to the forefront with her own program, putting a pumped-up, moving mix into your Monday afternoon routine. Explore DJ Lola‘s level, where popular songs and classic rarities get deconstructed, exposing the samples and sounds that make each track.
Real Talk Memphis
Bentley “Chip” Washington
A public community affairs show that speaks to and addresses current issues that affect our lives.
Event Horizon
Bryn Butler
Enter the talented world of music-lover, Bryn Butler. Enjoy his selections.
Dear Diary
Layna Hayes
Sometimes we get overcome with emotion and music is the only way out. Music helps us figure out how we feel, pulls us out of dark places, or allows us a moment to wallow and just be melancholy. Layna hosts “Dear Diary” which is a weekly hour-long show that focuses on the way that music makes us feel and how we use it to respond to and reflect our emotions. The show navigates certain moods, experiences, and both difficult and exciting emotions through the lens of pop, indie, and rock subgenres, including escape room, art rock, hyperpop, electropop, dream pop, and freak folk.
The New Untitled Tim & Steve Show
Timothy Prudhomme, Steve Shelley
Who needs a name when you’ve got THE names? Tim Prudhomme of F**K and Steve Shelley of Sonic Youth are your hosts for an eclectic evening of music, laid out by two defining voices of modern music, prepared with Memphis in mind.
Shansky Shuffle
Sam Shansky
Shake, rattle, and get ready to shuffle with the man they call Shansky. Grab a handful of simmering soul, raucus rock, and interesting indie.
The Witching Hour
Sara Moseley
Join us for an hour of eerie tunes, where haunting melodies transcend time and genre. Embrace the magic, as "The Witching Hour" becomes your sanctuary for a bewitching exploration into the realms of horror and spirituality with Sara Moseley as your guide.
Tuesdays
Meanwhile in Memphis
Anna Mullins Ellis
New Memphis provides a weekly window into ways Memphians are solving problems, looking forward, and successfully shaping our community.
Beale St. Caravan
Pat Mitchell-Worley, Jared “Jay B.” Boyd
Memphis music patrons and professionals Pat Mitchell-Worley and Jared “Jay B.” Boyd get personal with the town’s most treasured acts, along with the international artists who wear their Bluff City influences on their sleeves.
Light Rotation Radio
Lauren Veline
Listen to Lauren's life. Not the songs in heavy rotation across your regular radio dial, but the music you'll only likely to hear once or twice.
University of Memphis Spotlight
University of Memphis Students
From their campus to our community, the University of Memphis is a hub of education, growth and leadership. During their university spotlight hour, music and conversation gets to the heart of the student voice.
Verbally Effective
Ena Esco
WYXR host, Ena Esco, may be known on our airwaves for her “Musically Effective” R&B show. But she also makes major waves as an interviewer through her weekly podcast series “Verbally Effective,” which features Memphians who remain on the move. Check in to hear who she’s getting her scoop of tea and timely talk from each week.
Straight from the Source
Elizabeth Cawein
Host Elizabeth Cawein helps listeners discover how Memphis artists are still inventing, innovating, and introducing audiences around the world to the new sound(s) of Memphis. No genre rules, just all Memphis-made music, all the time. Plus interviews, guest curators, and more.
The Crooked Beat
Liv Cohen
WYXR Community Engagement & Events Lead Liv Cohen transforms your Tuesday afternoon as DJ Livin‘. Tune in as she shares her deep knowledge and unwavering passion for music and its profound impact on cultural expression.
The Idle Hour
Robert Gordon
Esteemed music historian and author Robert Gordon joins listeners each week for a crash course that spans all generations and genres, with a solid dose of why Memphis is the center of it all.
Box of Records
Zac Ives
Every week Zac Ives from Goner Records brings in a box of records to share with listeners. Sometimes he asks a guest to bring one in too.
Dip In Ya Hip
Chris Rohling
Chris Rohling makes your mind wander as much as he makes your body move. Sit or stand with him as he explores everything from blues to bluegrass and back again.
The OZone
Ozi
Welcome to The OZone, where the energy is magnetic, and the music is always a vibe. Immerse yourself in an hour of hip-hop, R&B, and unexpected grooves that’ll keep your head nodding and mood elevated. Whether you’re riding, grinding, or vibin’, this is your personal escape—Oakhaven made, Memphis raised, and always a vibe.
Can You Feel It
Brandon Eaves
The biggest beats and the deepest grooves keep you moving on Tuesday nights. Longtime DJ Brandon Eaves pushes the tempo through the evening with dance music of all styles from across the globe.
Way Down South Radio
Lil' Coff Drop
Sit back and relax with Zo for a blend of early 2000s R&B with house, the Memphis sound, and personally curated mash-ups.
The Lo End Theory
Jazzy Lo
Come along on the instinctive path through rhythmic excursions with Jasmine "Jazzy Lo" McCraven.
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