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Classic R&B and the cream of new blues releases, featuring an interview with Texan blues star
Hamilton Loomis , who performs two acoustic numbers. Plus a tribute to Mississippi blues singer/ songwriter/guitarist RL Burnside, who died in September, aged 78.

Contributors

Unknown:
Hamilton Loomis

8/8. Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson traces the evolution of hard rock and heavy metal. Each week he interviews an up-and-coming or established act, concluding this week with metal vocalist Ronnie James Dio, who has performed with Elf, Rainbow, Black Sabbath and - on and off since 1982 - with his band Dio. The show closes with a listener's request. Ring [number removed].

Contributors

Presenter:
Bruce Dickinson
Interviewee:
Ronnie James Dio

2/6. Musician and writer Rowland Rivron presents a light-hearted music show with lively guests and unusual features. Tonight Rivron talks to Huey Lewis and Joan Rivers and provides updates on the careers of 70s doo-wop retro band Darts and Neneh Cherry. Repeated on Saturday at 1.30pm

Contributors

Unknown:
Rowland Rivron
Unknown:
Huey Lewis
Unknown:
Joan Rivers

BBC Radio 2

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