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PURE with Howard Thompson

Howard Thompson, WPKN
Andrew Lauder
WPKN
Cannabis
Country Music
Rock音乐
Reggae
Delhi
MFC Chicken
The Stranglers
That's the Price Of Loving Me
International Women's Month
Support For Musicians
Kitty Wells
Feminism In Music
Music History
Victoria Spivey
Robyn Hitchcock
Vinyl Records
Syd Barrett
Walter Carlos

Airing twice a month on WPKN 89.5FM Bridgeport! howard loves all kinds of music and has collected records ever since his uncle gave him Rock Around The Clock as a 6th birthday present howard worked in the music biz so he could get more free records and meet wondrous people howard made records with Adam & the Ants, Alan Vega, Angel Corpus Christi, Aswad, Barb Jungr, Billy Bragg, Danny Gatton, Eddie... more

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Latest Episodes

“Incoming” (broadcast 2/2/24)

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Cody Jinks: Sober Thing

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JJ Cale: Magnolia

Georgie Fame: Everlovin’ Woman

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“22 Clean-Up” (broadcast 1/20/23)

Floating Points, Pharoah Sanders: Movements 2-5 (ft. London Symphony Orch.) 

Peter Ivers, David Lynch & Alan R Splet: In Heaven (The Lady In The Radiator) 

Morningface: Sharpening Knives In Heaven (ft. The League of... more

"DooWop" w/special guest Chuck Citrin (broadcast 3/21/14)

The Four Vagabonds: Rosie the Riveter 

Screamin' Jay Hawkins: Why Did You Waste My Time? 

The Five Keys: Rocking and Crying Blues 

The Three Chuckles w/Teddy Randazzo: Runaround 

The Five Blu... more

"PURE w/howard thompson & Kevin Patrick"   (broadcast 3/18/16)

Eddie & The Hot Rods: Do Anything You Wanna Do 3:56

Loretta Lynn & Conway Twitty: You're the Reason Our Kids Are Ugly 2:30

MX-80 Sound: You're Not Alone 3:36

Suicide: Cheree 3:40

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Recent Guests

Rick Richards
Guitarist and member of Georgia Satellites
Georgia Satellites
Episode: "Turn That Bloody Noise Up"
Vincent Quatroche
Writer and Poet, returning guest
Episode: "Word 8" w/ Dave Rubin & Vincent Quatroche
Dave Rubin
Writer and Poet, returning guest
Episode: "Word 8" w/ Dave Rubin & Vincent Quatroche
Gene Casey
Musician and member of The Lone Sharks, recipient of a Lifetime Achievement Award
The Lone Sharks
Episode: "Rockabilly w/special guest Gene Casey"
Mike Edison
Author, journalist, and musician known for his work in the adult and music industries
Episode: "In Space"
Peter Hammill
Renowned singer and musician, known for his work with Van Der Graaf Generator and extensive solo career
Episode: "PURE Presents Peter Hammill"
Richard Butler
Lead singer, soul lyricist, and songwriter of The Psychedelic Furs.
The Psychedelic Furs
Episode: "The Psychedelic Furs - Love Their Way" w/special guest, Richard Butler
Christine Ohlman
Singer, writer, author, performer, and known as the Beehive Queen
Episode: "Country Soul" w/ special guest, Christine Ohlman
Ed Hamell
Musician and performer known as Hamell On Trial
Episode: "The Hamell On Trial Show"

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Howard Thompson
Longtime music host with extensive experience in the music industry, known for curating diverse playlists, historical context, and personal storytelling. Affiliated with WPKN and associated with PURE.

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#217
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"Word 8" w/ Dave Rubin & Vincent Quatroche
Q: How have your goals changed over the years regarding your writing?
That it exists over the years is comforting, and while recognition is nice, the act of creating is what's most important.
"Word 8" w/ Dave Rubin & Vincent Quatroche
Q: What would your advice be for a young person who wants to become a poet?
Do it, absolutely. Reflect and enrich your life through communication.
"Turn That Bloody Noise Up"
Q: What else can we expect from a Georgia Satellites show these days?
Rick mentions that they perform deeper tracks from their albums and play according to the vibe of the moment, without a strict setlist.
"Turn That Bloody Noise Up"
Q: How do you stay excited about the prospect of traveling from Atlanta to Riverhead to play a gig?
Rick explains that traveling to different locations, including international gigs, keeps the experience fresh, stating that flying is just like being on a bus for several hours.
"Ian Hunter" (1st visit)
Q: What would you like to be known for?
I'd like my kids to think the best of me, you know.

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A seasoned host curates a rich, eclectic music rotation spanning R&B, rock, jazz, reggae, folk, and beyond, often weaving in personal anecdotes and historical context. Episodes frequently blend tributes to legendary artists, deep dives into genres, and conversations with musicians or writers, creating a tapestry that balances nostalgia with contemporary discovery. A notable pattern is the mixture of celebratory showcases—cover tributes, anniversaries, and “best of” picks—with thoughtful storytelling about cultural impact, production quirks, and the human side of making and sharing music. This mix, plus occasional guest conversations and educationally inclined segments, makes it appealing to listeners who want both music discovery and a sens... more

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1. Rick Richards
2. Vincent Quatroche
3. Dave Rubin
4. Gene Casey
5. Mike Edison
6. Peter Hammill
7. Richard Butler
8. Christine Ohlman

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