From Psychedelia to Power Chords: The Kinks Live and Loud

October 6, 2025·3 hr 51 min·15 clips

George Lyons reveals The Kinks' 1987 live set from Chicago, promising an incredible radio soundboard recording.

This episode features a live radio broadcast by host George Lyons showcasing an eclectic mix of alternative and rock music. Lyons, the longtime voice of KUNV Las Vegas, curates a four-hour set from his program "The Lyons Den." The episode culminates with a special live recording of The Kinks from a 1987 concert. The host plays tracks from albums like Deus's "Pocket Revolution" and The Chemical Brothers' "Push the Button." He highlights The Mars Volta's 2008 release "The Bedlam in Goliath," describing its intense, heavy sound. Other featured artists include God is an Astronaut, Mercury Rev, and Joss Stone. Lyons dedicates a segment to four songs from The Black Crowes' album "Warpaint," noting guitarist Adam McDougal's involvement. A live Jamiroquai mini-concert recorded in London in 2006 features songs like "Love Foolosophy" and "Deeper Underground." The episode also includes music from Irish singer Paddy Casey and bluesman Walter Trout's Power Trio. Lyons shares that listeners called the station to say they were dancing in their kitchens to his selections. He admits the energetic set has worn him out from dancing himself. The host expresses particular enthusiasm for The Mars Volta album, stating he has only begun to appreciate its greatness. He finds a unintended depth in starting the show with a God is an Astronaut track titled "The End of the Beginning." The episode's centerpiece is a soundboard recording of The Kinks live at Chicago's Riviera Theater on March 8, 1987. The tone is enthusiastic and conversational, with the host speaking informally between songs. The style is that of a freeform radio DJ set, blending music curation with personal commentary. Listeners who enjoy eclectic rock, alternative, and blues mixes from a knowledgeable DJ would love this episode. Those preferring structured talk segments or a single genre might skip it.

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