Mississippi Publuc Radio

Mississippi Publuc Radio is public radio without the polish. That's its charm. The music draws from Delta blues, gospel, bluegrass, and soul. You'll hear Muddy Waters alongside Leyla McCalla. Robert Johnson's shadow looms large. Deep cuts from forgotten 78s rub against modern folk and Americana. Midday blocks feature live recordings from Mississippi juke joints and church services. Mornings can drag with too much filler talk, but afternoons reward patience with deep dives into specific subgenres like Piedmont blues or shape-note singing. Evenings explore gospel quartets and hill country blues,…