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26/07/2025

Today is Christmas in July! The legendary Mel Tormé "The Velvet Fog" co-wrote and recorded one of the most beloved Christmas songs of all time back in July of 1945. That's right! "The Christmas Song" was written during a sweltering summer day. Their thoughts-- "stay cool by thinking cool." ⛄️ ❄️ And Nat King Cole was the first artist to record his version of this song. So, why not celebrate Christmas in July? Turn up the AC, grab a cup of hot cocoa, and let Nat's smooth voice transport you to a cool winter wonderland. 🎶❄️ For your listening pleasure, we linked the song in the comments below!
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24/07/2025

🎷💫 Blast from the past alert! On this day in 1941, Sonny Dunham dropped a smooth slice of jazz heaven, "Memories of You." It's got soul, swing, and serious big band energy that still hits different 80 years later. 🕺💃 So, sit back, relax and time-travel to the golden age of swing because they sure don't make music like this anymore!
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21/07/2025

Today is a picturesque summer day in Cleveland, Ohio, and extending happy birthday wishes to Kay Starr is the perfect complement.
Born on July 21, 1922, in Dougherty, Oklahoma, she is best remembered for her #1 hits in the 1950s, “Wheel of Fortune” and “The Rock And Roll Waltz.” A perfect song to enjoy this evening! Happy birthday, Kay Starr!
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19/07/2025

PSA! John Hayden will sub in ON AIR for Jane Elliot tomorrow, 7/20 from 1-3pm EST. We know John has a huge fan base so we had to shout it out! So exciting! Tune in!
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🎶Big Band, Swing, Sweet & Jive🎶

16/07/2025

Easily one of the greatest artists of the 21st century, but we're a little biased😉. Frank Sinatra's "Summer Wind" is a fan favorite, such a timeless classic!
"The summer wind came blowin' in from across the sea
It lingered there to touch your hair and walk with me
All summer long, we sang a song
And then we strolled that golden sand
Two sweethearts and the summer wind"
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"Summer Wind" (1966) Frank Sinatra and Nelson Riddle

11/07/2025

It's that time of year again! Lisa Freebairn's EXOTICA show and she's pulling out all the stops! Think music of the tropics 🌴the South Seas, and faraway islands. Lisa is taking you on a tropical journey of lush soundscapes, dreamy rhythms, and island-inspired grooves. Some artists being featured will include: Martin Denny, Arthur Lyman, Kava Kon, Frank Hunter, Les Paul and Mary Ford, Jeri Southern, Julie London, Webley Edwards, Henry Mancini, Les Baxter and Bobby Christian just to name a few. Whether you’re mixing a Mai Tai or just chilling under your imaginary palm tree, this show is your ticket to paradise! 🌊🌺
Join us 10am-1pm tomorrow--Saturday, July 12th, EST.
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09/07/2025

Happy birthday today to Mr. B, Billy Eckstine! Born on this day in 1914 in Pittsburgh, PA. His deep powerful velvety voice was incomparable and his s**t singing was amazing! Check out "I Aplogize" which won a Grammy Hall of Fame Award. "A Cottage For Sale" and "Prisoner of Love" both of which sold over 1 million copies. We need more Billy Eckstines! Happy birthday, Mr. B!
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RARE OLDIES SOUNDIES WITH MR BILLY ECKSTINE & HIS ORCHESTRA ! William Clarence Billy Eckstine (July 8, 1914 March 8, 1993) was an American singer of ballads...

05/07/2025

🎆Happy 4th of July from your friends at WKHR FM 91.5! 🎆 Whether you're firing up the grill, watching fireworks, or just soaking in the sunshine, let WKHR be the backdrop to your celebration. Wishing you a safe, joyful, and music-filled holiday.
📻 Tune in to 91.5 FM in Cleveland, OH USA or stream us online at wkhr.org worldwide!
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🎼Big Band, Swingin Sweet & Jive🎶

01/07/2025

Rabbitt Rabbit! Start July with a little magic: say “Rabbit, rabbit” before anything else today for a dose of good luck! Sure, superstition but also a fresh start and inviting a month full of positivity and possibility. And we're back to STREAMING!! This tune "The Rabbit In Jazz" is an upbeat song to start off our month! Have a beautiful day!
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Coleman Hawkins (ts), Roy Eldridge (tp), Johnny Hodges (as), Tommy Flanagan (p), Major Holley (b), Eddie Locke (ds)Album：" Coleman Hawkins Quartet / Hawkins!...

01/07/2025

Streaming is back online. We may have some small outages over the next 24 hours as we continue to repair equipment. Thanks for sticking with us!

30/06/2025

We know many of you seriously miss our live streaming and we're working hard to fix it as we speak! But the show must go on here in Cleveland. Tonight we had two young ladies tour our station and they have a sweet message for you! Turn UP the volume for this one!
And Clevelanders you can still listen in at FM91.5.

30/06/2025

🎉 Today, we raise a glass to Frank Loesser—born on this day in 1910. Frank didn’t just write songs—he was a lyrical genius! From the streets of Guys and Dolls to the clever banter of Baby, It’s Cold Outside, Loesser had a knack for spinning real life into something magical. Check out these catchy songs too: "Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat" and "I’ve Never Been in Love Before." Toe-tapping brilliance and we're so happy for his contributions to the Great American Songbook.
📻 Happy birthday, Mr. Loesser. The world still sings your tune.
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🎼Big Band, Swingin Sweet & Jive🎶