Country

Country

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In this program, we feature some of the biggest stars in the history of Country music. There is the acknowledged ‘King Of Country Music’, Hank Williams, (Your Cheatin’ Heart) and the ‘Queen Of Country Music’, Loretta Lynn (One’s On The Way). And up there is our own ‘King Of Country Music’, Slim Dusty with the song penned by his wife, Joy McKean (Lights On The Hill). There is a cavalcade of other stars too including, John Denver (Take Me Home, Country Roads), Dolly Parton (I Will Always Love You), Glen Campbell (Galveston), and Patsy Cline (I Fall To Pieces). Two other superb performances can be heard from Loretta Lyn’s younger sister, Crystal Gayle (Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue) and Sammi Smith with the Kris Kristofferson song Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down.

PLAYLIST:

  • Stand By Your Man – Tammy Wynette
  • Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver
  • Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue – Crystal Gayle
  • Banks Of The Ohio – Olivia Newton-John
  • Lights On The Hill – Slim Dusty
  • I Will Always Love You – Dolly Parton
  • Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down – Sammi Smith
  • We’ve Got Tonight – Kenny Rogers & Sheena Easton
  • One’s On The Way – Loretta Lynn
  • Galveston – Glen Campbell
  • Your Cheatin’ Heart – Hank Williams
  • I Fall To Pieces – Patsy Cline

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Tune in to Yesterday Once More for a weekly dose of musical nostalgia, but expect more than just a curated playlist. This podcast, presented by JOY 94.9, weaves together the iconic sounds from the 1950s through the 1980s with thoughtful commentary and rich historical context. Each episode feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend, exploring the stories behind the songs and the artists who defined those decades. You’ll hear how this music intersected with social movements and cultural shifts, offering a deeper appreciation for the tracks that shaped generations. Produced for all our Rainbow Communities, the perspective is inherently inclusive, often highlighting the contributions and experiences of LGBTIQA+ artists and listeners within these musical eras. It’s a journey that connects the joy of familiar melodies with an understanding of their place in our shared history. Whether you lived through these times or are discovering them anew, this podcast provides a meaningful soundtrack for reflection and connection, turning a simple trip down memory lane into a resonant exploration of our collective past.
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