Dave Jackson
Rhythm & News Music Director | HostDave Jackson curates the music on JPR's Rhythm and News Service, manages music staff and hosts Open Air, JPR's hand-picked house blend of music, JPR Live Sessions and Open Air Amplified. The exploration of music has been one of his lifelong passions.
Dave came to JPR as a volunteer in 2011 after responding to a JPR Facebook post. He credits the depth and variety of music played on JPR with developing his musical tastes for most of the last 20 years.
In his spare time, Dave sings and plays guitar in various local projects. He and his wife Kirsten live in Central Point and enjoy many of the outdoor activities our region has to offer, including rafting, camping and skiing.
“Without music to decorate it, time is just a bunch of boring production deadlines or dates by which bills must be paid.” - Frank Zappa
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There's a lot of musical talent in our region. Here are some of our favorites from 2025. -
Part of the philosophy behind choosing music we play on JPR is uncovering new and emerging artists that might be flying under the mainstream radar. Here are a couple of emerging artists that caught our attention in 2025. -
2025 is behind us. Despite a turbulent year, or maybe because of it, there was some great new music to experience. -
2025 is behind us. It’s safe to say we live in interesting times. When you sift through all that took place last year, one thing stands out: people who create are going to create no matter the circumstances, and people like me will feel compelled to express our opinions about it. For me, that means music.
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For an alternative to the standards this holiday season, have some fun with these non-traditional tunes. -
We're always looking for good new music, but a well done remake sometimes really hits the spot. -
Southern Oregon's the Brothers Reed have just finished their sixth studio album Long Way to Go. They dropped by to play some new tunes ahead of their album release show at the Holly Theatre. -
The Santa Cruz, California-based band carries on the tradition of roots rock and California folk with nods to The Beatles, Tom Petty, The Byrds, and The Mother Hips. -
Anna Tivel's Animal Poem has been one of the interesting new full-length releases we’ve been spinning on Open Air. -
From Nebraska, the swing/jazz/country artist Melissa Carper, balances sentiment with her signature humor on a collection of songs that will add depth to your holiday playlist. -
Scott and Seth Avett - The Avett Brothers - teamed up with Mike Patton of the '90s metal bands Faith No More and Mr. Bungle for a new album that somehow makes sense. -
The remastered release of Lindsay Buckingham and Stevie Nicks' 1973 recording of California folk-rock tunes is an interesting look at the roots of a sound that defined the latter part of the 20th century.
