Celebrate the power of community radio with KGNU’s Fall Fund Drive Music Specials! Tune in, enjoy incredible music, and contribute during the drive to keep independent voices on the air.
Friday, October 3rd | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Morning Sound Alternative | Ginger Perry & Sam Fuqua
It’s All Women: Music Written by Women Songwriters
A show featuring songs written by women and performed by women, including diverse genres and voices.
Saturday, October 4th | 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Honky Tonk Heroes | Michael C
Honky Tonk Personalities
Saddle up for a one-of-a-kind morning with KGNU’s Honky Tonk Heroes during our Fall Fund Drive! We’re spinning music straight from the brand-new Personalities Compilations put together by your favorite Heroes: Big Daddy, Greg Schultz, Michael C, and Will Two-Step. Make a contribution during the show to grab these special sets of music for yourself.
Monday, October 6th | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Afternoon Sound Alternative | Cal Huss & Indra Raj
Millennium Mixtape: 2000–2025 Rewind
Take a historical look back at the music that defined 2000–2025, tracing shifting trends, new technologies, and the groundbreaking voices that shaped both the mainstream and the underground in the first quarter of the new millennium.
Tuesday, October 7th | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Morning Sound Alternative | Sam Fuqua & Paul Epstein
Brian Wilson Special
Celebrate the genius of one of music’s most visionary songwriters and producers. From his groundbreaking work with The Beach Boys to his adventurous solo projects, we’ll explore Wilson’s innovations in harmony, studio production, and songwriting that forever changed the sound of popular music.
Tuesday, October 7th | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Afternoon Sound Alternative | Duck La Rock & Iris Berkeley
Communities in Music
Take a deep dive into musical communities! We’ll explore global scenes and moments in time that have brought us closer together through music, from disco to Chicago house to Philly soul, connecting listeners as a community of music lovers.
Tuesday, October 7th | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Kabaret | Sam Fuqua
Studio Session with The Vipers
Local group The Vipers plays a full hour of music and talks about their upcoming show at the first annual Roots Music Fest in Boulder.
Wednesday, October 8th | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Morning Sound Alternative | Uncle Jeff
The Uncle Jeff Files
Join Uncle Jeff as he mines his legendary tape archives from some of the great shows he and his pals have recorded in the Boulder/Denver area, and beyond.
Wednesday, October 8th | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Afternoon Sound Alternative | Jessica Numbers & DJ Jules
Moon Songs
Celebrate the Harvest Moon and the magic of community radio with songs inspired by the moon. From timeless classics to modern favorites, join us as we honor the celestial muse that captivates our hearts and souls.
Thursday, October 9th | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Morning Sound Alternative | Kooter Jones
Music from Films
A soundtrack-driven journey through cinema, featuring unforgettable songs from the movies. We’ll explore the music that made film moments shine.
Thursday, October 9th | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Afternoon Sound Alternative | Steve Whitehead
David Byrne Special
Dive into the boundary-pushing artistry of David Byrne, charting his journey from the art-rock edge of Talking Heads to his adventurous solo albums, theatrical productions, and global collaborations. Tune in for a mix of songs and stories that showcase Byrne’s singular vision.
Thursday, October 9th | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | HWY 322 | Sanford Baran
Weathering the Storm: Songs About Resilience and Getting Through Hard Times
Tune in for a special studio session with local artist Nick Dunbar.
Thursday, October 9th | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Sound Lab | DJ Jules
Studio Session with Nick Dunbar
Through struggle and uncertainty, music has always been a refuge. This special program gathers songs of resilience, strength, and survival — voices that remind us we’re not alone when the skies get heavy. We’ll hear artists who’ve faced the storm and sung their way through it, offering hope, courage, and a soundtrack for finding light in dark times.
Thursday, October 9th | 10:00 PM – midnight | Jazz Lives | D Rider
Kurt Elling: What’s Next?
Join us for a special program celebrating the artistry of one of the most distinctive voices in modern jazz. With his rich baritone, dazzling improvisation, and gift for vocalese, Elling transforms every performance into a journey through sound and story. From swing to spoken word, poetry to pure improvisation, this show dives into the music and spirit of a vocalist who continues to push jazz forward.
Friday, October 10th | 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Dusty Grooves | Patrick Mendoza
The R&B/Soul/Funk Millennium Mixtape: Top 25 Albums from 2000–2025
Take a journey into a quarter-century of rhythm and groove. From groundbreaking R&B masterpieces to funk-forward experiments, we’ll explore the albums, artists, and sounds that defined the first 25 years of this millennium.
Friday, October 10th | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Blues Legacy | Joanne Cole
Blues Songs About Women
A soulful journey through the blues, exploring songs that celebrate and tell stories about women.
Saturday, October 11th | 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Honky Tonk Heroes | Will Two-Step
Honky Tonk Personalities
Tune in for a second edition of KGNU’s Honky Tonk Heroes during our Fall Fund Drive! We’re spinning music straight from the brand-new Personalities Compilations put together by your favorite Heroes: Big Daddy, Greg Schultz, Michael C, and Will Two-Step. Make a contribution during the show to grab these special sets of music for yourself.
Saturday, October 11th | 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM | Grateful Dead Special | Chris O’Riley & Paul Epstein
Rare Tapes Fall 2025 Special
Bi-annual excursion through a fresh batch of rare Grateful Dead recordings, curated by Paul Epstein, founder of Twist & Shout Records.
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