Miller Time on 40s Stateside Radio
Miller Time happens every day on 40s Stateside Radio—featuring the unforgettable sound of Glenn Miller.
- Every day on 40s Stateside Radio, we pause to celebrate one of the most iconic sounds in American music history — the Glenn Miller music that defined an era. We lovingly refer to this moment as Miller Time.
- Several times each day, our listeners enjoy a featured recording from the Glenn Miller Orchestra, the band that epitomized the big band radio experience with its smooth clarinet lead and unforgettable arrangements.
- From the first notes of In the Mood to the romantic strains of Moonlight Serenade, Glenn Miller created a musical style that continues to transport listeners back to the dance floors, radio rooms, and cherished memories of the 1940s.
- Glenn Miller wasn’t just another bandleader; he crafted a sound that became the soundtrack of a generation.
- With hits like: • In the Mood • Moonlight Serenade • Tuxedo Junction • Pennsylvania 6-5000
- • Chattanooga Choo Choo
- his orchestra became one of the most successful big bands in history. During World War II, Miller left his civilian success behind to form the Army Air Force Band, performing for American troops across Europe — bringing a touch of home to soldiers far from home.
- Today, his recordings continue to define the golden age of swing and resonate with fans of big band radio.
America at 250
Remembering the 1940s Generation
As America approaches its 250th anniversary, 40s Stateside Radio proudly remembers the generation that carried the nation through one of the most defining eras in our history.
Through music, memories, and storytelling, “America at 250: Remembering the 1940s Generation” brings listeners back to a time when Main Street America gathered around glowing radios, danced to big bands, wrote letters overseas, and faced wartime challenges with courage, sacrifice, and hope.
This special ongoing feature series celebrates: hometown memories, wartime radio, downtown theaters, soda fountains, train station goodbyes, victory gardens, factory whistles, and the everyday Americans who helped shape the spirit of the nation.
Listeners will hear new features each week voiced by members of the Stateside Family and introduced by Jay Lawrence, creating an emotional audio journey through the people, places, and memories of the 1940s.
- Because some memories still belong to all of us. America at 250: Remembering the 1940s Generation
Only on 40s Stateside Radio
Route 66 Summer Celebration
There something Magical about Route 66
- Known as THE MOTHER ROAD, It became America's highway of hope, adventure and family vacations. During the 1940s, thousands of servicemen returned home along its pavement, while families discovered roadside diners, cozy motor courts, and unforgettable small-town America.
40s Stateside Radio celebrates the sights, sounds and musical memories of Route 66.
Stateside Ballroom
Saturday Nights on 40s Stateside Radio
Step back into the golden age of ballroom dancing every Saturday night at 8 PM ET with Stateside Ballroom, hosted by Raine Bayley on 40s Stateside Radio.
From the warm glow of vintage dance halls to the unforgettable sound of America’s greatest big bands, Stateside Ballroom brings the elegance, romance, and excitement of a Saturday night downtown back to life. Hear the music that once filled ballrooms across America as couples danced beneath sparkling lights to the sounds of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, and more.
With special atmosphere, timeless music, and classic radio presentation, Stateside Ballroom is more than a program — it’s a destination.
So shine your shoes, straighten your tie, and join the Stateside Family for a magical evening where the ballroom still swings and the memories never fade.
Stateside Ballroom Saturday Nights — 8 PM Eastern
Hosted by Raine Bayley Only on 40s Stateside Radio
Rock & Roll Nights, Memories of 1963
What was it really like to be a teenager in 1963?
Before smartphones, social media, and streaming music, there was a place where friendships were made, romances began, and rock and roll ruled the night. That place was The Sugar Shack in Chillicothe, Illinois.
In Rock & Roll Nights: Memories from 1963, author Larry King takes readers back to a time when admission was just a dollar, the music came from live bands and jukeboxes, and Saturday night meant dressing up and heading to the dance floor.
More than a history of a teen dance club, this is the story of a generation. Through personal memories, interviews, photographs, and historical research, Larry recreates the excitement of the Sugar Shack and the young people who made it a legendary gathering place. From the opening night to the final dance, you'll experience the music, the friendships, the first loves, and the unforgettable memories that defined an era.
Whether you grew up in Central Illinois, remember the Sugar Shack yourself, or simply miss the innocence and excitement of the early rock and roll years, this book will transport you back to a time when life was simpler, music brought everyone together, and every Saturday night held the promise of something special.
Come relive the memories... and remember why 1963 was a year you'll never forget. Check it out on Amazon.
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Every Song Has A Story
Song Of The Month
- For the month of July, our Song of the Month is the delightfully titled: "Who Takes Care of the Caretaker's Daughter When the Caretaker's Busily Taking Care"
- Performed by Cliff Edwards, one of the great entertainers of the early radio era. Edwards was a popular singer, ukulele player, and comedian long before a new generation came to know him as the voice of Jiminy Cricket in Disney's Pinocchio.
- It's one of those wonderfully whimsical songs that reminds us how much fun popular music could be during the golden age of radio. Throughout July, listen for this charming tune as our featured Song of the Month, right here on 40s Stateside Radio—keeping the music and memories of the 1940s alive.
The Stateside Family
Our Home
What began as a station inspired by the much-loved UK 1940s Radio Station has come full circle. Today, nearly 8% of our listeners come from England, joining thousands of listeners across the United States and around the world. Together, we're one Stateside family, keeping the music and memories of the 1940s alive.
Stateside Radio Manifesto
This is what we believe.
- We believe music is more than sound. It’s memory. It’s comfort. It’s a connection.
- At 40s Stateside Radio, we don’t just play songs—we keep company. We listen together, even when we’re apart.
- These songs, including the timeless Glenn Miller music, carried a generation through uncertain times, hopeful times, and everyday life. And they still matter—because the memories still matter.
- Here, every listener belongs. Every story is welcome. Every song has a place, especially on our big band radio that celebrates the classics.
- We are the Stateside Family. And you’re always welcome here.
Remember When… Life Sounded Like This
Remember When Radio Was the Center of the Home
Families gathered around the radio in the evening to hear their favorite programs, including the popular 40s Stateside Radio broadcasts. Comedy shows, big band radio performances featuring Glenn Miller music, and wartime news all came through one glowing dial.
REMEMBERING
The 1940s were more than just a decade of great music; they were years filled with unforgettable moments. Picture radio programs gathered around the living room, crowded dance floors on Saturday night, and news heard over glowing radio dials, accompanied by Glenn Miller music that seemed to belong to everyone. At 40s Stateside Radio, we o
The 1940s were more than just a decade of great music; they were years filled with unforgettable moments. Picture radio programs gathered around the living room, crowded dance floors on Saturday night, and news heard over glowing radio dials, accompanied by Glenn Miller music that seemed to belong to everyone. At 40s Stateside Radio, we often hear from listeners who share how a certain song suddenly evokes a cherished memory. That’s the magic of this music. So here are a few moments we invite you to remember with us, celebrating the essence of big band radio.
Remember When Songs Carried Messages Across the Ocean
Remember When Songs Carried Messages Across the Ocean
During World War II, songs like 'White Cliffs of Dover' and 'I’ll Be Seeing You' played on 40s Stateside Radio, reminding soldiers and families that they were still connected, no matter how far apart they were. The soothing sounds of Glenn Miller music and big band radio provided comfort during those challenging times.
Remember When…
Remember When Saturday Night Meant Dancing
Across America, ballrooms and small-town dance halls filled with young couples dancing to the sounds of big band radio, featuring iconic Glenn Miller music alongside the hits of Benny Goodman and Tommy Dorsey.
Remember When Jukeboxes Played the Hits
In diners, drug stores, and soda fountains, a nickel in the jukebox could fill the room with the sounds of 40s Stateside Radio, bringing to life the big band radio hits of the era, featuring Glenn Miller music or the harmonies of the Andrews Sisters and Frank Sinatra.
Remember When Music Meant Hope
Remember When Music Meant Hope
Through difficult times, the music of the 1940s, including the iconic sounds of big band radio like Glenn Miller music, carried a simple message—tomorrow would be better. Those memories live on every day at 40s Stateside Radio. And sometimes all it takes is one song to bring them back.
The Story Behind “From Stateside”
From Stateside
The idea for From Stateside didn’t begin in a studio; it began in the middle of the night. I was traveling to a wedding in Michigan, and like many nights on the road, sleep wouldn’t come easily. So, I picked up my phone and started searching for something to listen to—old time radio, big band music, anything from the era I loved. That’s when I discovered The UK 1940s Radio Station. I listened for hours on my drive back home to Florida. The music was wonderful, but a thought kept coming to me: they needed a voice from America… someone to talk about what it was like here during those wartime years. When I got home, I went straight to work. I created a 15-minute demo program and sent it across the Atlantic to the station in the UK. They liked it—and before long, they were running the program twice a day, all week long. That little idea eventually grew into 186 episodes of “From Stateside.” The concept was simple: if television can rerun classic shows for new generations, why can’t radio share the stories and music of the 1940s again? Today those same stories and songs live on at 40s Stateside Radio, where the memories—and the music—continue to play, including the iconic sounds of Glenn Miller music and the vibrant tunes of big band radio. Larry King
About the Founder
Larry King – Executive Producer
40s Stateside Radio was created out of a lifelong love for radio and the music that defined a generation, especially the captivating big band radio sounds of the 1940s.
Larry King, the station’s founder and executive producer, grew up during a time when radio was more than just background noise—it was a companion. The big bands, the crooners, and the unforgettable melodies of the 1940s told stories of hope, romance, courage, and resilience during one of the most important decades in American history.
That love of broadcasting led Larry into a career in radio, television, and creative media that has spanned many decades. Early in his career, he worked in television production, learning the art of storytelling through pictures and sound. Later, he entered the world of advertising and media production, where creativity and communication became central to his work.
But radio was always close to his heart.
With the growth of internet streaming, Larry saw an opportunity to bring the music of the 1940s, including the iconic Glenn Miller music, to listeners everywhere. From his own studio, he launched 40s Stateside Radio, a place where the great orchestras, vocalists, and songwriters of the era could continue to be heard.
The station streams 24 hours a day, sharing the timeless sounds of artists such as Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey, Duke Ellington, the Andrews Sisters, Frank Sinatra, and many others whose music helped shape the American sound.
But the station is about more than music.
Larry often refers to listeners as part of the Stateside Family—people who share memories, stories, and a love for the music that carried a nation through wartime and into a hopeful future.
Today, 40s Stateside Radio continues to grow as a gathering place for listeners around the country and around the world who appreciate the warmth, history, and spirit of the 1940s.
As Larry likes to say: 'If you’re listening to 40s Stateside Radio, you’re already part of the family. Thanks for being here.'