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Play Something Sweet

Play Something Sweet

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 PLAY SOMETHING SWEET with Patti Compton is a music history show that celebrates music and puts songs in historical context. Join host Patti Compton as she traces the history of American music through blues, jazz, country, rock, soul, punk, and more. In each show, Patti brings insight into the cultural influences that contributed to the music and plays a variety of well-known and lesser-known tracks.

Listen in as we PLAY SOMETHING SWEET on KXFM. Thursdays at 4PM!KX FM Music
Episodes
  • PSS2 - Episode 6 - Mardi Gras

    PSS2 - Episode 6 - Mardi Gras
    Feb 18 2026
    Today on Play Something Sweet, we explore the history and cultural significance of Mardi Gras and the tradition of Mardi Gras Indians. Music by the Treme Brass Band, Dr. John, and Professor Longhair.
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    54 mins
  • PSS2 - Episode 5 - The Heyday of Jazz

    PSS2 - Episode 5 - The Heyday of Jazz
    Feb 10 2026
    Today on Play Something Sweet, we review the year 1958 and the Heyday of Jazz. Music by The Dave Brubeck Quartet, Thelonious Monk, Art Blakey & the Jazz Messengers, Gerry Mulligan, Jimmy Giuffre, and Dinah Washington.
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    58 mins
  • PSS2 - Episode 4 - Interview - Ted Z & The Wranglers

    PSS2 - Episode 4 - Interview - Ted Z & The Wranglers
    Feb 3 2026
    Join us today in the studio as we hear some live music from Southern California band, Ted Z & The Wranglers, and discuss their upcoming shows. Music by Ted Z & The Wranglers.
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    58 mins
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