This episode is a heartfelt tribute to the generous, sweet, hilarious, intelligent, beyond creative Oliver Tree, exploring his life, art, and the inventive personas he created as a musician, director, and designer.

Kelly revisits Oliver’s most vivid interviews, his creative achievements (including the world’s largest scooter), unreleased music, and the plans for a public live-streamed celebration of life, while sharing his quotes and the impact he left on fans and fellow artists.

Visit his foundation here:

https://www.drolivertreesextremelyepicartgrantforbabygeniuses.com

Oliver is so incredibly loved! Here are the interviews mentioned during this episode so you can watch and listen to them too

The Choe Show — “An Honest Conversation with Bobby Lee & Oliver Tree”

https://youtu.be/_UXD0KqyBko

The Danny Brown Show — “Why We Make Music w/ Oliver Tree”

https://youtu.be/IZQ2v_BkdLE

Howie Mandel Does Stuff — “Oliver Tree is NEVER Coming Back...(Howie's Fault)”

https://youtu.be/nljaUPG8K5M

Wild Ride! with Steve-O — “Oliver Tree Breaks Character”

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1oOgJ6ILZVXcU0S8753Yg3

Zach Sang Show — “Oliver Tree Talks Shrek, New Album ‘Love You Madly Hate You Badly,’ Antarctica and ‘Life Goes On’”

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2gqgI9G5dUrIHIBIK1ESZT

(Also on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-_U92uKq54o)

“Oliver Tree Talks Robert Downey Jr. At His Show, Ethan Klein...”

https://youtu.be/p4dfgVfGZOE

Ethan Klein / H3 Podcast — Original livestream honoring Oliver Tree (June 15, 2026)

https://www.youtube.com/live/aRdz5NEwZ5A

Anthony Padilla — “I Spent a Day with Oliver Tree”

https://youtu.be/CbvZYbLXXR0

If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to follow the podcast and share it with another Oliver Tree fan.

Kelly explores key music moments from May 31: the Beatles working on the White Album, Strawberry Field’s change, Taylor Swift’s re-recording victory, David Bowie’s Glass Spider tour, and birthdays for John Bonham, Peter Yarrow, Normani, and Corey Hart.

The episode also shares Kelly’s current song picks and celebrates listeners from countries around the globe, inviting discovery and support for artists everywhere.

Kelly breaks down the 52nd American Music Awards: Queen Latifah’s hosting, BTS’s big wins and return, Billy Idol’s Lifetime Achievement performance, and standout reunions and surprises across the night.

This episode captures the night’s blend of legacy and new talent, international highlights, emotional speeches, and the most memorable performances and fashion moments.

In this episode of On the Record with Kelly, listen to Kelly read a San Francisco Chronicle piece on Bob Weir, reflecting on his role in the Grateful Dead, his influence on San Francisco music, and her own memories of seeing him live at Chase Center, the Sphere and his final Golden Gate Park performance.

This is part 1 of 3 episodes about Bob Weir, and it blends music history, personal reflection, and honors his legacy and the city that shaped him.

Kelly interviews multi-talented musician BRNDN DYLN. They chat about his musical journey from childhood karaoke to producing his own albums, blending alternative pop, R&B, and Latin influences. He shares his songwriting process, being a gay, disabled Latino artist, and how music has helped him process identity and mental health.

The episode covers his debut Spanish album Nostalgia Tóxica, his Halloween single “A Frank Affair,” upcoming performances (including a Grand Central Station piano set), The Danny Awards, and his work advocating for disabled musicians.

BRNDN DYLN SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/brndn.dyln

A FRANK AFFAIR: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/brndndyln/a-frank-affair

A FRANK AFFAIR (Gothic Remix): https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/brndndyln/a-frank-affair-frankensteins-castle-collection

Thank you for listening! 💗

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This episode is a heartfelt tribute to Diane Keaton, celebrating her seven-decade career as an actress, director, musician, writer, photographer, and style icon.

Kelly reflects on Diane's breakthrough roles, signature fashion, late-life music debut, personal struggles and joys, and the lasting inspiration she leaves behind.

Host Kelly dives into music history, today's trending artists and playlists, and notable live shows across California, including Sweetwater Music Hall highlights and rising local artists like Essence Goldman.

The episode also spotlights WAMCon LA (Women’s Audio Mission) and its mission to empower women and gender-diverse people in audio, plus quick festival and chart updates and how to support live music and local venues.

*The ending accidentally got cut during production, so there may need to be a part 2 with Joe!*

Kelly interviews her dad Joe about growing up in San Francisco and the unforgettable live music scene of the 1960s and 1970s. Joe shares memories of his first concerts at the Fillmore, seeing Led Zeppelin, the Rolling Stones, and the recent experience winning tickets to see The Who.

He also recalls favorite artists, the value of live shows promoted by Bill Graham, meeting musicians like Declan Mulligan and Robbie Krieger, and recommends passing down The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper as a must-listen for future generations.

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Happy music listening everybody! 🎵 💗