Hosted By: Joshua Swartz and Nicholas Mallchok
Genre: Eclectic
Time: Saturdays, 4:00-6:00 pm
Description:
On February 16th, 1980, a continuous traffic jam extends 176 km north of Lyons, France. *Cue Jimi Hendrix’s “Crosstown Traffic.”* On February 16th, 1968, Elvis Presley receives gold record for “How Great Thou Art.” *Cue “How Great Thou Art.” On February 16th, 1961, U.S. satellite Explorer 9 is launched. *Cue “Space Jam Theme Song” by Quad City DJs. Jack Rabbit Slim’s is a “this day in history” show creatively intertwining historical events with good music.