KGNU’s Spring Fund Drive takes place March 7-16th, 2025, and we invite you to tune in for an exciting lineup of music specials, celebrating influential artists, genres, and stories that inspire. Don’t miss out on these incredible shows — join us in celebrating music, culture, and the voices that shape our world!
Support KGNU during our Spring Fund Drive
Friday, March 7
Morning Sound Alternative
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Doug Gertner & Kyoko Ono
Yoko Ono Special
Join for a deep dive into Yoko Ono’s feminist-forward music. Special guest Kyoko Ono, Yoko’s daughter, will share insights on how her mother’s songs confront women’s issues and empower women worldwide.
Saturday, March 8
Corriente
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Ale Pacini
All Women Special
Celebrate the powerful voices of Latin music on Corriente! This special edition highlights the incredible talent and influence of women artists shaping Latin music today, with rhythms that inspire and empower.
Monday, March 10
Afternoon Sound Alternative
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Maeve Conran
Contemporary Irish Artists
Discover the fresh sounds of Ireland with a show dedicated to artists redefining tradition. Explore the music shaping Ireland’s modern landscape.
Tuesday, March 11
Morning Sound Alternative
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Ginger Perry & Sam Fuqua
The Band Special
Dive into the timeless sound of The Band with a special show exploring their rich catalog, storytelling lyrics, and lasting influence on roots rock and Americana. Celebrate the music that shaped generations and still resonates today.
Tuesday, March 11
Afternoon Sound Alternative
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
DJ Jules
Songs from Soundtracks
Immerse yourself in the magic of movies through the songs that bring scenes to life. This special show highlights unforgettable tracks from film soundtracks, spanning genres and decades, where music and cinema collide.
Tuesday, March 11
Kabaret
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Iris Berkeley
Dialup Live Studio Session
Tune in for a live session with Denver’s own Dialup, a group redefining local sound with unconventional arrangements and haunting harmonies. Blending indie, jazz, psych rock, neo-soul, and funk, their music celebrates individuality and community.
Wednesday, March 12
Morning Sound Alternative & Afternoon Sound Alternative
9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Indra Raj + Jessica Numbers & Alex Lauria
Women Inspiring Women
Start your day with the Morning Sound Alternative, where KGNU Music Director Indra Raj and fellow women DJs share small sets of songs by women who inspire them, along with personal reflections on their impact.
Then, on the Afternoon Sound Alternative, hosts Jessica Numbers and Alex Lauria present songs by women, handpicked by local Front Range community leaders, activists, and artists, alongside the powerful stories behind their inspiration.
Thursday, March 13
Morning Sound Alternative
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Kooter Jones
All Women Artists
Start your day with a vibrant mix of music by women artists across genres and eras. Celebrate the voices, stories, and sounds that shape music and inspire generations.
Thursday, March 13
Afternoon Sound Alternative
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Bruce Trujillo
Local Artists
Celebrate the rich and diverse sounds of the Front Range as we showcase the music that makes our community thrive — spanning genres from indie and folk to hip-hop, jazz, and experimental. Explore ho local talent weaves through KGNU’s eclectic programming, reflecting the creativity and culture of Colorado.
Thursday, March 13
HWY322
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sanford Baran & Ginger Perry
Peter, Paul and Mary Special
Tune in for a special dedicated to the legendary folk trio, Peter, Paul and Mary. Explore their timeless songs, social impact, and the harmony that made them icons of the 60s and beyond.
Friday, March 13
Blues Legacy
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Frank Dagnillo
Interview with Allyson McDuffie, Featured Artist at KGNU Boulder Studios
We’ll chat with local artist Allyson McDuffie during her art open house and reception at the KGNU Boulder Studios.
Friday, March 14
Dusty Grooves
9:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Patrick Mendoza
Yacht Hop
Set sail into the smooth grooves of the late 70s and early 80s with this themed show, highlighting the best of soul, funk, and progressive R&B from that era, delivering smooth, luxurious beats perfect for cruising into nostalgia.
Saturday, March 15
Grateful Dead Special
7:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Chris O’Riley & Mike Massa
Phil Lesh Tribute Show
Presented on his birthday, this unique Grateful Dead Rare Tapes Special will honor Phil Lesh, the iconic bassist and founding member of the Grateful Dead. Celebrate this musical legacy with a deep dive into his influence, his contributions to rock and beyond, and the unforgettable tracks that shaped a generation.
