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SONGS from SOUTH AFRICA, NIGERIA AND THE CONGO Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Asa (Asha), Papa Wemba, Tracks from Graceland, Savuka

Today we proffer the first act of the English Language Opera "Nixon in China" written by John Adams (libretto by Alice Goodman). This opera tells the story of Richard Nixon's trip to China in 1972 which helped reverse decades of hostility between our two nations. Later in the show we present "The Red Detachment of Women." This was the Chinese ballet/symphony/opera presented to Richard and Patricia Nixon during their visit. It tells the story of Wu, an oppressed female peasant who is beaten by her landlord and left for dead. Wu revives, escapes to the mountains and joins the "Red Detachment of Women" who return to overthrow the landlord and liberate her village. As the situation on the Korean peninsula deteriorates, these works are presented in the hope that listeners will reflect upon the hardship caused by national antagonisms and promote relationships of mutual trust and benefit, particularly with those with whom we disagree.

This afternoon we offer a full hour of Puerto Rican Musicians including: Pirulo y la Tribu (New voice of PR Salsa), Daddy Yankee (Reggaeton Cool), Jennifer Lopez (PR Pop Princess), Vaya Con Dios (Big Ballads) and Tito Puente (Classic Salsa). Our thoughts are with the proud and undefeated people of Puerto Rico as they rebuild their island paradise in the wake of hurricanes Irma and Maria. Puerto Rico Rises !

Blues legend Willie Dixon presents his original tracks made famous by Howlin' Wolf, Muddy Waters, Gil Evans, Allman Brothers Band, The Doors and Cream. "Back Door Man" , BREAK ONE "The Seventh Son" , "I Ain’t Superstitious" , "You Shook Me" , BREAK TWO "I’m Your Hoochie Cooche Man" , "Little Red Rooster" , "The Same Thing" , BREAK THREE "Spoonful by Willie Dixon" , "Spoonful (Jazz Version by Gil Evans)" ,

Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Cannonball Adderly, Bill Evans and friends explore modal jazz in "Kind of Blue." This sublime composition from 1959 is widely recognized as one of the best selling, most respected Jazz albums of all time.

Arguably the best selling world music album of all time, "Buena Vista Social Club" reunites Cuba's most venerable musicians, many of whom were active in the 1930's, 40's and early 50's. This album was produced in 1996 in Cuba by Ry Cooder and inspired a film of the same name by Wim Wenders. I strongly encourage you to search Youtube for "Buena Vista Social Club." You'll discover a trove of excellent music videos. Download. Share. Repeat as needed.

Bob interviews Dan Dougan and they reminisce about Staches, Little Brothers, the musicians, bands, circuses, events, and people who performed and hung out there

Acoustic Masterpieces - Volume 1, “Lion’s Roar” - First Aid Kit “Blossom” - James Taylor and Carole King “So Far Away” - Carole King and James Taylor “Machine Gun Kelly” - James Taylor and Carole King “Up On The Roof” - Carole King and James Taylor “Cosmic Love” - Florence and the Machine “Drumming Song” - Florence and the Machine “Hurricane Drunk” - Florence and the Machine “Wayfaring Stranger” - Jack White “Am I Born to Die” - Tim Eriksen “Lady Margret” - Cassie Franklin “Idumea” - Sacred Harp Singers

SOULFUL SONGS - Volume 1 "Midnight Train to Georgia" - by Gladys Night and the Pips "I Try" - Macy Gray "I Say a Little Prayer" - Aretha Franklin "Sarah Smile" - Hall and Oates "She’s Gone"- Hall and Oates "One of a Kind Love Affair" - The Spinners "When a Man Loves a Woman" - Percy Sledge "Destination Anywhere" - The Commitments Soundtrack "A Change is Gonna Come" - Sam Cook "Just the Two of Us" - Bill Withers "Lovely Day" - Bill Withers "Tupelo Honey" - Van Morrison

Big Barking Dog Alternative Radio is changing formats from Alt/Indie to Classic, Opera, Jazz and World Music. Tonight we are pleased to present "Requiem in D Minor" by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. This was his final composition before he died on Dec 5, 1791 at the age of 35. Download the podcast free of charge. Share the link with your friends.