Southern Salute: Queen's First Shot

Matt's Moment: LSU Lands Elite Transfer Angel Laya as 2027 Roster Takes Shape

Matt Musso fills in for Matt Moscona with a look at LSU baseball's latest transfer portal win. The Tigers landed Oregon freshman standout Angel Laya, one of the nation's top available players, giving Jay Johnson another major addition to an already loaded recruiting class. Musso breaks down what Laya brings to the lineup, how he fits into LSU's outfield, and why the Tigers' 2027 roster is quickly becoming one of the most complete in college baseball.

Southern Salute: Queen's First Shot

Before the stadiums, before Bohemian Rhapsody, and before Queen became one of the biggest bands in rock history, there was Keep Yourself Alive. In this episode, Michelle Southern looks back at Queen's debut single, released on July 6, 1973, and the surprising reason it struggled to get radio airplay. Hear what guitarist Brian May said about the song's slow start, how that lesson shaped Queen's future hits, and why the message of staying true to yourself is just as meaningful today as it was more than 50 years ago.

Southern Salute: The Album That Changed Rock One Listener at a Time

On July 1, 1968, a little-known group released an album that didn't make much noise on the charts, but completely changed the direction of rock music. In today's Southern Salute, Michelle looks back at Music from Big Pink, how Bob Dylan helped shape the record, why some of rock's biggest legends called it a masterpiece, and why The Band remains one of the most influential groups of all time. Plus, the story behind Michelle's favorite song from the album.

Matt's Moment: Recruiting Drama... LSU Still in Control?

Recruiting plans changed in a hurry as four-star safety Jaden Anding postponed his commitment after a late push from Ole Miss. Musso in for Matt breaks down where LSU stands with Anding, the battle for Davion Jones, and why the Tigers are in great position to flip Greedy James from Texas. Despite the last minute twists, LSU still appears poised for a big week on the recruiting trail.

Southern Salute: The Album That Gave Steve Winwood His Biggest Hit

Steve Winwood was already a rock legend before 1986, but one album took his solo career to another level. Michelle looks back at Back in the High Life, the all-star musicians behind it, and how "Higher Love" became one of the defining songs of the decade in today's Southern Salute.