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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"I Must Be Dreaming" is a dynamic mix of soul, R&B, psychedelia, and indie rock. -
Mama’s Broke’s new release "Reunion" blends Appalachian and Eastern European folk traditions into soulful songs about the human experience and the hope of finding connection in divided times. -
Established in 2001 as a home for Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings, the label specializes in retro soul. -
This week on Open Air, we'll be spinning throwback albums by two artists - Kimmi Bitter - with classic country reminiscent of the 1960s, and Jalen Ngonda - with classic soul from the same era. Plus, some live cuts from Michael Kiwanuka for the 10th anniversary of his landmark release "Love & Hate." -
Overcoming crippling stage-fright as a kid, Bonnie Paine became a founding member of the Colorado-based folk ensemble, Elephant Revival. Her debut solo release features a line-up of familiar names including Gregory Alan Isakov, Brittany Hass, and Rising Appalachia. -
On his new album, Aaron Lee Tasjan had to overcome a serious case of imposter syndrome. He got advice from the late Todd Snider. -
The Seattle ensemble mixes '60s girl-group soul, with garage rock for a fun, upbeat sound all their own. -
From a troubled childhood, Allison Russell has emerged as a powerful advocate for the healing power of art. -
The haunting 1962 post-apocalyptic ballad by Bonnie Dobson holds up to being recreated by dozens of different artists, spanning generations. -
The Portland-based folk combo Fruition is set to release a new album in August. They came by the JPR Studio before their concert in Lithia Park in Ashland. -
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On her new self-produced release, the veteran singer-songwriter rewards patient listeners with a richly textured album that reveals more with each listen.
