
At the end of the Second World War, economics forced the big bands to trim their once great size and thus, the Jump Blues combo was born. Between 1946-1954, rhythm and blues laid the tracks for what was to become Rock n’ Roll. So how come, 75 years later, this vibrant and influential music is still so unknown to so many? Matt The Cat is going to change that with the radio program, “Juke In The Bac... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 29 | Founded | 14 years ago |
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Air Week: January 19-25, 2026 George Goldner, Pt. 2 – Gee Records
It’s part 2 of our 3 part series on record man, George Goldner. He is said to have had the “golden ear” for hit records and songwriter Jerry Leiber even complimented his talent fo... more
Air Week: January 12-18, 2026 George Goldner, Pt. 1 – Rama Records
We begin a multi-part series on record man, George Goldner. He is said to have had the “golden ear” for hit records and songwriter Jerry Leiber even complimented his talent for p... more
Air Week: January 5-11, 2026 1946: Jukebox Rhythm Review, Pt. 2
The “Juke In The Back” once again puts our old Rockola Jukebox in the forefront as we spotlight the biggest Rhythm & Blues jukebox hits of 1946. This week, in part 2, we’ll focus on... more
Air Week: December 29, 2025-January 4, 2026 1946: Jukebox Rhythm Review, Pt. 1
Kick off the New Year, by looking back 80 years to 1946! The “Juke In The Back” once again puts our old Rockola Jukebox in the forefront as we spotlight the biggest R... more
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Great rare music
I just discovered this podcast and .. Man Oh Man it is awesome to say the least! Excellent music and I love the background history of the artists as well . Takes me back to the time when music was real and pure. Keep Rockin that Rhythm and Blues!!
Fantastic stuff! Please, keep it coming.
I discovered this show on Mushroom FM. I loved it from the moment I stumbled across it. Thanks Matt The Cat for introducing many people to this wonderful music from a mostly forgotten time in history. The music you play should be more well-know and given more respect than it currently has.
Wow, now this is some classy music. What talent. Thanks so much for sharing this with us. I'm anxiously waiting for the next show to come out.
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This podcast explores the rich history and cultural significance of rhythm and blues, specifically from the mid-20th century, through a mixture of storytelling, music, and archival recordings. The host shares engaging narratives about various artists, their contributions to the genre, and the socio-political context of the time, all while playing classic tracks that exemplify the essence of R&B and its evolution leading to rock and roll. The episodes often spotlight specific artists or themes, from historical anecdotes to celebratory seasonal music, making it an informative and entertaining resource for both music enthusiasts and casual listeners alike, aiming to resurrect the legacy of an underappreciated era in music.
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