Im pleased to announce my new weekly radio show, Life Out of Tunes on Asheville FM (WSFM-LP 103.3). We didnt like war. The show quickly became popular, thanks to its mix of music, humor, and intelligent conversation. The water works were built to provide water to the growing city of Little Rock. (LogOut/ Unfortunately, though, there is an audio-visual archive of Heavy Chevy & the Circuit Riders on YouTube. I could still hear Nantucket Sleighride, Mississippi Queen, andFor Yasgurs Farm ringing in my ears on the long drive home after the show. Heart White Lightning And Wine/ Ill Be Your Song (Love Me Like Music)/ Dreamboat Annie (Reprise), 7. By necessity, I had to either substitute one song for another from the same artist, or skip some songs entirely because, in case you didnt know it, Spotify doesnt have everything. Milkovsky was named one of the countrys top 100 rock DJs by Rolling Stone magazine in 1976. Businesses started to close down, properties became abandoned, and crime rates rose. The program was broadcast on KAAY, a local AM radio station. See: https://arktimes.com/entertainment/2020/01/07/beaker-street-is-back?fbclid=IwAR21qsZZbUYizlzu41A-4DJv5DEdQRek-MyBhfkNPJP2eifSmhGNEOu8KAw. Isnt it strange? The show became known for its eclectic mix of music, including blues, rock, jazz, and country, as well as its offbeat humor and occasional live performances. It was on Beaker Street where I discovered artists like Jethro Tull, Pink Floyd, Albert King, Phil Ochs, East of Eden, Tom Rush, Grateful Dead, and Herbie Mann among many others, including Jaime Brockett singing about The Legend of the U.S.S. In this series, well talk to some of the people who were involved with the show, and well explore what made it so special. Despite its success,Beaker Street came to an end in 1974 due to increasing financial difficulties and declining interest from the public. Happy listening! Fifty thousand music fans were gathering at the Lakefront Amphitheater stage when my date and I arrived late Sunday afternoon. Titanic and Deep Water Reunion covering the Tom Paxton ballad, Cindys Crying. And what a pleasure it was to hear full versions of songs by familiar artists versions not constrained by the three- or four-minute time limit so common on commercial radio then. Twisting the radio knob as I pulled out of the parking lot, searching for my new favorite station, I heard the unmistakable strains of Sugar Loafs Green-Eyed Lady. Thats the one! Spirit Fresh Garbage/ Uncle Jack/ Mechanical World, 5. I guess that qualified me as an effete snob or, in the words of one conservative music blogger who no longer reads my work, a smug hippie., Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Discover Popular Podcasts. For many listeners, it was their first exposure to music that was outside of the mainstream. Its ambitious, but attainable. Both have mostly good skip reception with some fading. Titanic and Deep Water Reunion covering the Tom Paxton ballad, Cindys Crying. And what a pleasure it was to hear full versions of songs by familiar artists versions not constrained by the three- or four-minute time limit so common on commercial radio then. If youd like to listen to Clyde Cliffords (nearly) complete playlist from the January 9, 2000 Beaker Street, along with several playlists from his other 1996-2000 broadcasts, you must logon to Spotify. Beaker Street also helped to shape the citys musical identity, exposing listeners to a wide range of new sounds and styles. The show was heard six nights a week, from 11 p.m. until 2 a.m. Flowers was a musician and record store owner, while Coulter was a music journalist. But there is hope for the future. It could brighten your day. Neither were The Corporation and Flow from the 1970 playlist. Check out the schedule. Miller High Life and Pabst Blue Ribbon are perhaps the only originals still around. Beaker Street quickly became popular with both listeners and musicians. In the early 70s, album rock and progressive FM was on the air locally but it lacked the mood of Beaker Street with the Head music bed, Clyde Cliffords laidback style, and the blues and country-flavored music that . It was on Beaker Street where I discovered artists like Jethro Tull, Pink Floyd, Albert King, Phil Ochs, East of Eden, Tom Rush, Grateful Dead, and Herbie Mann among many others, including Jaime Brockett singing about The Legend of the U.S.S. Within Temptation Mother Earth (Live at Leidse Kade), 5. The goal is to raise $30,000 during that time. Once there, simply enter Beaker Street in the Spotify search bar and scroll down to Playlists. Click on See All and youll see a couple dozen Beaker Street playlists by joeybooks.. Waking up grumpy on Mondays? Twisting the radio knob as I pulled out of the parking lot, searching for my new favorite station, I heard the unmistakable strains of Sugar Loafs Green-Eyed Lady. Thats the one! Listen to Life Out of Tunes at 2:00 pm (EST) on MLK day for an earful. Once there, simply enter Beaker Street in the Spotify search bar and scroll down to Playlists. Click on See All and youll see a couple dozen Beaker Street playlists by joeybooks.. The program, Beaker Street hosted by Clyde Clifford, was on the air. Manfred Manns Earth Band In The Beginning, Darkness, 10. Heres a playlist for the first two hours of the programwhich was broadcast and streamed on January 9, 2000: I was unable to locate recorded shows from the later years of Beaker Street. Trout Fishing In America No Matter What Goes Right, Your email address will not be published. The Allman Brothers Band In Memory of Elizabeth Reed (Live At The Fillmore East), 6. Beaker Street was a countercultural radio show that aired on KAAY-AM from 1966 to 1984. The hundred book reviews I wrote for Library Journal spanned about twenty years, so I should be hitting my stride soon. The film features interviews with many of the original musicians and fans who were there during its brief but vibrant history. The Moody Blues The Voice/ Gemini Dream, 9. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Anxious to jump on board, I walked home to get my checkbook and then, after donating enough money to snag a snazzy Asheville FM t-shirt, stood behind the table, meeting more of the volunteers, learning more about the station and its programs, and urging other passers-by to stop, listen and learn about this community-powered radio station located in their backyard. I dont recall the dollar amount. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Led Zeppelin "Nobody's Fault But Mine" 7. Maintaining this blog isnt cheap! Today, Beaker Street is home to many businesses, including the Arkansas State Capitol, the Arkansas Supreme Court, and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law. When Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated, I was finishing my senior year in high school. Frankens actual political career in the Senate was serious. My thoughts are fleeting. Beaker Street was on the air for six years, and it left a lasting impression on everyone who heard it. I continued the telethon with only half-a-stache until a second caller made the rest come off. Among other things I recall, it was a very wet experience. Beaker Street began sometime in 1967, the brainchild of disc jockey Clyde Clifford, whose real name, Dale Seidenschwarz, was kept secret per KAAY station policy. The first is Clyde Clifford from June 1, 1972. The Doors Peace Frog/ Spanish Caravan, 3. 9. Asheville FM, WSFM-LP, 103.3 (Asheville, NC) A donor called to offer the requested amount, but asked me to shave only half the mustache. Heres one of my book reviews from 1999I had framed along with a personally autographed publicity still of its author, Al Franken. Example, DNLA media players display files by Album and Title names and only by file names if the album name field is blank. Jus dont throw no bottles at me. Heplayed an entire set and two encores without incident. You can listen to my radio show,Life Out of Tunes with Joey Books every Monday afternoon from 2 p.m until 4 p.m. Eastern (1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Central) on 103.3 Asheville FM, and stream it live at: http://www.ashevillefm.org. The Inside Story of the Making and Unmaking of the Franken Presidency. On my July 2, 2018 radio show, Life Out of Tunes on Asheville FM, Ill be spinning songs from that first Summerfest experience and fromother artists Ive heard at the festival over the years. So it was sweet when, in the mid-90s, I learned that Beaker Street with Clyde Clifford had returned to the airwaves. Your email address will not be published. At the center of this scene was Beaker Street, a weekly radio program that featured blues, rock, and folk music. It helped to launch the careers of several Arkansas-based musicians, including Rodney Crowell, Albert King, and Fayetteville native Ronnie Hawkins. TRENDING PODCASTS. Host: Clyde Clifford Incidental Music: Head Cannabis Sativa Check out:Arkansas Record and CD ExchangeRock City Outfitters (Beaker Street Merch)Soft Shirts.comHippy Hounds Hemp Dog TreatsandStated Apparel 8 p.m. to 9. Still, I missed the uniqueBeaker Street format. Another caller who recognized me from a Heavy Chevy gig requested that I recite the spoken interlude of a song, Little Darlin by the Diamonds. (Extra Terrestrial Intelligence), 3. You can stream it live on AshevilleFM.org by clicking on the Listen Live button. This was a time of great change and growth for the city, and Beaker Street was at the forefront of this transformation. Beaker Street came to an end in 1977, but its legacy lives on. Titanic' and Deep Water Reunion covering the Tom Paxton ballad, 'Cindy's Crying.' In the 1970s, Little Rock, Arkansas was home to a vibrant and eclectic music scene. I havent been writing much lately. Many of the original Beaker Street musicians went on to have successful careers in the music industry, including Steve Cropper (Booker T. & The MGs) and Levon Helm (The Band). KAAY, an AM station broadcasting all the way into southern Wisconsin from Little Rock, Arkansas, came in loud and clear. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Click here to listen to an MP3 recording of tonights show. I have a BA. Monday, January 15, 2018, 2:00-3:00 pm (EST) Host: Clyde Clifford Incidental Music: Head "Cannabis Sativa" Check out: Arkansas Record and CD Exchange Rock City Outfitters (Beaker Street Merch) Soft Shirts.com Hippy Hounds Hemp Dog Treats and Stated Apparel 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. It was fifty years ago, but seems like a blink of an eye. Love what youre doing, but you are doing funny things with the file names. After just two songs, Hurry Up and Hear That Music, frontman Richie Furay tersely announced that Rusty Young, their pedal steel guitarist, had been hit by a beer bottle. Required fields are marked *. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Neither were The Corporation and Flow from the 1970 playlist. CLYDE ON-DEMAND: Listen to Kenneth Hawkinsrecording of this show by clicking on the link below: 100th Beaker Street of the Arkansas Rocks Era. The community radio station for which I volunteer, Asheville FM, is no different with regard to those needs. Another, I think it is the 9/18 recording that comes up as Gerry Rafferty City to City and Baker Street (original demo) with Comments Recorded and Tagged by Replay Radio 11 (www.applian.com). It was a place where people could be themselves without judgement or fear of retribution. Broadcasting as DJ Joey Books, my show will begin Monday, December 4, 2017, airing weekly from 2:00 to 3:00 (Eastern) every Monday afternoon. Instead, Ill be hosting a Thanksgiving Day edition of Closer to the Edge, an outstanding Progressive music radio show on Asheville FM (WSFM-LP, 103.3). Today, Beaker Street is a shadow of its former self. They wont be the hits. This aint no oldies program. With time and effort, Beaker Street could once again become a thriving community in Little Rock. Watch the brand new series on Tuesday nights at 8/9p Central, only on ABC!Watch the best moments from the Muppets on ABC! Beaker Street 9-18-20 20th show of the Arkansas Rocks Radio Network Era Host: Clyde Clifford Incidental Music: Head "Cannabis Sativa" Check out: Arkansas Record and CD Exchange and Rock City Outfitters Click here to listen to an MP3 recording of tonight's show. Arkansas Rocks #141. This event was on a Sunday, the final day of the festival. 7th show of the Arkansas Rocks Radio Network Era. Gordon Lightfoot Don Quixote (studio)/ Im Not Sayin/ Ribbon Of Darkness (Live- Sunday Concert), 4. Im bringing some classic prog music from the late 60s to mid 70s, including King Crimson, Moody Blues, Touch, Renaissance and Pink Floyd among others. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Clyde was always on top of the latest music, but never hesitated to juxtapose an older, more popular song with one never before heard. Music. Thanks to Brian Rock for sharing. So it was sweet when, in the mid-90s, I learned that Beaker Street with Clyde Clifford had returned to the airwaves.