KDHX 88.1 FM
- Rainy Night In Georgia-Brook Benton (I remember hearing this for the first time in early '80s. Leo Chears played it on WMRY, and I thought, "Brook Benton sure sings with authority and an appreciation for what's around him, even when it means spending the night in a boxcar." I've heard the song many times since then, and the richness of Benton's vocals still impresses me.)
- Time And Tide-Basia (Basia's vocals are warm and thoughtful, and this album title track is among her best songs. During the launch of former smooth jazz station WSSM, when the station was consultant-programmed, Basia was on the playlist. Surprisingly, when the station started being programmed locally, her music disappeared from the mix. It's puzzling to imagine her songs, which are immediately accessible, not testing well with the audience.)
- In The Name Of Love-Kenny Rankin (Rankin pulls off some impressive vocal acrobatics here. Upon hearing the intro, I wondered if he was about to go into Dave Brubeck's "Take Five.")
- Frosty-Albert Collins (Ringing, upbeat blues guitar; that's no surprise for an artist who pulled off the impressive consistency of the "Truckin' With Albert Collins" album.)
- That's The Way Of The World-Earth, Wind & Fire (This is one of the most inviting songs about staying centered and positive. As much as I've heard it, I can't imagine it ever wearing out its welcome.)
