What is Happy Joyous and Free?
So much music is about angst and breakups and feeling unloved. Some tunes even encourage us to cope with adversity by getting drunk and high. And I get it. This is how some musicians feel at times and their music expresses it.
But if you’re trying to manage an addictive behavior(s), that encouragement can be triggering.
Me? At this point in my life, I prefer to surround myself with joy.
Happy Joyous and Free is a safe, loving place for you to enjoy optimistic music and hopeful messages. We spend dozens of hours each week to curate kick ass music (mostly new tunes… rock and soul with a little blues, hip hop, country, swing and jazz to assemble each hour long episode. If you like hearing (mostly) new songs you can (mostly) move your body to, you’re in the right place.
HJF is hosted by Cool Papa Jeff (that’s me) and airs weekdays in Arlington VA and Washington DC on WERA.FM, an independent radio station at 96.7 FM. All episodes are archived on this site.
In 2018 and 2019 the show began as Rocking Sobriety, and in 2020 we changed the name to Let the Music, as in let the music set you free and be your guide. I invite you to check out previous episodes of Rocking Sobriety and Let the Music under the Listen tab.
Why is it called Happy Joyous and Free?
I’m pretty sure everyone wants to live a happy, joyous life and be free from unwanted (compulsive?) behaviors we think might help us feel good about ourselves, but really don’t.
So we play only positive and upbeat music that will help you feel that way.
We hope you’ll enjoy our shows and choose this Alternative Happy Hour.
Who should listen to Happy Joyous and Free?
Everyone who lives or strives to live a happy, joyous and free life is welcomed.
Is Happy Joyous and Free a religious program?
I can see how the name may make you think that. But no, I don’t think it religious and no one who’s listened has called it that. Perhaps inspirational at times. It’s mostly music to guide and uplift you.
Where can I listen to HJF?
Well right here on this website!
The most recent episode is posted at www.HappyJoyousAndFree.com/Listen. Scroll down for previous episodes from the most recent to the very first one (ancient history when the show was called Rocking Sobriety).
You can also follow HJF at https://www.mixcloud.com/letthemusicradio and be notified each time a new episode is uploaded.
New and previously aired shows are broadcast
Monday - Friday from 8am - 10am Eastern U.S.
Stream at www.WERA.FM or
Tune in to 96.7 FM in Arlington VA and Washington DC
Have I played your favorite songs and artists?
Since 2018 we’ve played nearly 2,000 songs from more than 1,300 different musicians and bands. If we’ve played it, you can find the episode right now. Simply enter a song title or artist’s name (partial or in full will work) in the search box below or on each episode’s page. Click on the results to go to the episode.
Does HJF take song requests?
Yes! We love playing songs for you. Email us at CoolPapaJeff@gmail.com or complete the form below and click “Submit.” Keep in mind that, before we select our playlist, all songs are carefully screened to ensure that the lyrics and message are suitable. And…the music has to be good!
How do I access the lyrics?
If the lyrics are available online, click on the song title in the playlist on the episode’s web page.
How do I contact you?
Your song requests, stories and suggestions for helpful resources are always welcomed. Simply complete the form below and click “Submit.” Feel free to provide your name or remain anonymous. We’d be delighted to hear from you.
Gratitude
Thank you so much for being here. I am very grateful. This is a wonderful, creative project for me but I’m thinking about you when I produce my shows.
Wishing you a happy, joyous and free day filled with the experience, strength and hope you need and please take good care of yourself,
Cool Papa Jeff
