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February Programs

February 7
More Songs of Barry Mann & Cynthia Weill
Samples from the New York songwriting team's Hall of Fame catalog including performances by the Righteous Brothers, Darlene Love, Paul Revere & the Raiders, and Mama Cass Elliot.

February 14
It's All True: How the Beach Boys Survived the 1970's

Featuring entertaining takes from Brian Wilson on health food stores, astrophysics, late night television, big band crooners, and childhood memories.

February 21
The First Roots Rock Band

Overlooked album gems, B-sides, and pre-fame singles get the spotlight as we examine the legacy of Creedence Clearwater Revival.

February 28
A Second View of Nick Drake

Guest Doug Nadvornick explores the life, music, and ongoing legend of English singer/songwriter Nick Drake.

When asked where he draws his inspiration for Johnson’s Improbable History of Pop, John had this to say, “I write and produce based on my interest in all forms of popular music. I've been listening to this "stuff" since in pre-school.” That seems to work well for John, who’s produced 625 shows since 1995. The show evolved out of an idea John had in December ’93. He did a few specials and the concept eventually gelled into the JIHOP of today. Outside of the studio, John recently retired from Boeing and enjoys golf, jogging and radio, especially the Saturday night lineup on KPBX. He and his wife Melinda have two daughters Korissa and Alicia, and 3 grandchildren.