Just what is WJST Jet Set?

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Located in Lexington, Kentucky. WJST Jet Set Radio premiered in the early evening hours of November 30th, 2018; on the Live365 Radio Platform. The very first song to air was, Non-Stop To Brazil from Astrud Gilberto.

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The purpose of WJST Jet Set, is to celebrate the positives of Jet Travel, while bringing you relaxing Beautiful Easy Listening Music from Reel To Reel Tape; a rarity among most stations using scratchy LP Records.

You will hear Easy Listening songs that many other Easy Listening stations won't play, or haven't played in decades. Beautiful Music that the first Jet Set Generation fliers listened to on the Boeing 707 Astrojets from American Airlines.

The goal of WJST, is to make all Jet Travel positive, loving, caring, gentle and relaxing once again.

A strong call back to the loving caring service, that was once enjoyed by all Jet Set travelers. It is designed to calm and relax your mind from all troubles and stresses. While also helping you develop positive solutions to whatever the challenges might be.

This came about after many negative media stories surfaced in 2017-2018, regarding abuses between Flight Crews and passengers; that continue to this day.

 

 

 

American Airlines Popular Music Reel Tapes:

By late 1964, American Airlines introduced AstroVision on it's Boeing 707 Astrojets. That integrated video programs and audio music to the passengers for the first time. In October 1964, American Airlines began playing 3 hour Classical Music Reel Tapes for the new passengers; to provide a comforting experience. In June 1965, after many requests from passengers, American Airlines began playing 3 hour Popular Music programs from Reel To Reel Tape to it's passengers; that quickly became very popular! American Airlines eventually made those very same Popular Music Reel Tapes for sale to the public! It has been said that there are 80 volumes of the American Airlines Popular Music Series!

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​WJST Jet Set Radio has obtained most of those Reel Tapes that at one time played on the aircraft! As time allows, another Reel Tape from American Airlines gets added to the music library. Providing you with many alternative versions to popular songs, not heard in many, many years. All brought to you on the completely restored Teac X-1000R Reel To Reel Tape Deck, in true stereo sound! The restored Teax X-1000R brings out the very best in 50-70+ year old Reel Tapes!

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WJST Jet Set not only plays Popular Music tapes from American Airlines. But also brings you seasonal Christmas Music, European Lounge, Bossa Nova, Exotica music from yesterday and today as well! Something for everyone to enjoy! Not to mention lots of older, deeper, beautiful Easy Listening Music Reel Tapes too.

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​With so much music played on the Teac X-1000R, it often requires cleaning and service. So WJST is pleased to bring you a weekly program!

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The Tiki Lounge Happy Hour with D. Argyle Vermouth brings you one hour filled with beautiful music, Bossa Nova, Exotica, Euro-Lounge, Hawaiian, and so much more! It's the perfect chilled connection flight for your weekend!

Fridays at 7PM ET.

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The Jet Set Skybound Store!

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During the decades of Jet Set Travel, many large airlines offered passengers a shopping catalog or magazine filled with items for sale; called "Sky Malls" or similar.

Even postcards could be filled out, and handed to the flight crew, when a passenger desired to purchase a Popular Music Reel Tape from American Airlines; exactly as they heard it during their trip!

WJST Jet Set Radio also offers all Jet Set Passengers flying and listening on the Jet Set Plane, the same kind of catalog store!

An E-Commerce store that promotes and helps support WJST Jet Set Radio, called: WJST Jet Set Skybound Store; powered by Shopify!

As you enter the Skybound Store, you will notice an optional link you can click that will bring you beautiful in-store stereo music on a separate tab that doesn't ruin your shopping experience.

Please make sure your sound is turned on and turned up for the best results.

You will find T-Shirts, Moisture Wicking T-Shirts, Sweatshirts, Hoodies in a variety of colors, designs and sizes. Of course different clothing designs will be added in the near future. But clothing won't be the only thing you will find, there are coffee mugs, Tumblers, delicious coffee roasts, bottled liquid vitamins, magnets, and stickers that promote WJST from your vehicle.

If you desire to purchase a digital emailed gift card for a loved one, we offer those too!

Everything is available with Free Shipping!

Soon you can expect recreated travel posters from the Jet Set Era, floor mats, curtains and perhaps towels all promoting WJST Jet Set Radio.

However, other clothing design options and donation links will also be available, if you prefer to not wear anything with WJST Jet Set Radio on it.

It's all about making the most convenience and enjoyable shopping experience this side of the Heavens!

Thank you so much for shopping the WJST Jet Set Skybound Store, keeping the Jet Set plane fueled up and flying!

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Station Owner, Flight Engineer & Program Director:

Chris "Richards" Cromwell

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Ever since the young age of 10 or 11, Chris long dreamed of having his own radio station. It wasn't just the music going out over the air, but all of the technological equipment greatly appealed to him!

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In 1991, Chris earned his Associates Of Applied Sciences In Broadcasting. Very shortly after graduating, he began working at KCMN and KCBR AM Radio Stations for 9 years; as Chris Richards. The music format of KCMN AM Radio in Colorado Springs, was an early inspiration for WJST Jet Set Radio!

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In early 2000, Chris changed careers to be an Over The Road Truck Driver, but the dream of owning a radio station remained with him.

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XM Satellite Radio channel "On The Rocks" played an even bigger inspiration to WJST Jet Set Radio!

In 2008 Chris began purchasing many rare music Reel To Reel Tapes, and Teac Reel Tape machines from E-Bay. The Teac X-1000R Reel Tape Machine and American Airlines Reel Tapes, would eventually bring WJST Jet Set Radio to life in November 2018!

Chris Richards is always looking for ways to enhance your flight with WJST Jet Set Radio!

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Captain Of The Jet Set Plane:

Martha.

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Martha, a native of Lynchburg, Virginia, has been a long time resident of Lexington, Kentucky.

Martha strives to bring you the smoothest flight this side of the heavens! Martha will check in with you from time to time in the Jet Set Lounge! She is always looking forward to meeting with you and helping you feel welcome.

Martha enjoys horse racing, men's tennis, and other popular sports in her spare time. Martha is happy to fly you to your next dream destination!

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Chief Flight Stewardess: Something Blue

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Something Blue's first flight was when she was just a wee babe and she's been in the air ever since. Now that she's a fully formed Babe, Blue's Jet Set lifestyle takes her all over the world! As a pinup model and burlesque dancer she's toured the USA, France, Switzerland and Germany. As a lover of travel, she's touched the shores of 4 continents and 48 states, scaled Machu Pichu, seen the Northern Lights, traversed the Amazon Rainforest, explored Celtic tombs, climbed the Alps, drunk tea in Asia and Europe at the same time, soaked in a Roman bath and broken a thousand hearts along the way. When she's not on the road or in the air, Blue can be found regularly in Austin, TX where she is a member of The Jigglewatts Burlesque Revue. Now joining the Jet Set team as Chief Flight Attendant, Blue is here to ensure your ride aboard the Jet Set Plane is as smooth and pleasant as possible! With the help of Pilot Captain Martha and American Airlines Music on Stereo Reel To Reel Tape; you can rest assured there will be no turbulence on this flight!

****All Other Photo Credits:

Something Blue Hair & Makeup Artist:

Adriana Espinoza Artistry.

Photography: Lisa Blascke, Lisa on Location Photography.

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Air Hostess: Ruby Joule

 

A well-known international burlesque and pin-up personality across several continents, lovely Air Hostess Ruby Joule is sure to keep you flying high! Based out of Austin, Texas, she’s a co-founder of The Jigglewatts Burlesque Revue who can be found on stages across North America, Europe and Australia.

You may even meet her between the covers of your in-flight reading material, Bachelor Pad Magazine, as she holds the record for the pinup with the most appearances! Either way, you’ll always want to be on her flight.

Joining the Jet Set crew as Air Hostess extraordinaire, Ruby lives to entertain and provide that special extra touch that will keep your spirits up.

Whether it’s sharing a perfectly mixed cocktail or recounting the charms of a far off land, Ruby is one you won’t soon forget!

 

**** Photography Credits:

Vestige Photography

Lone Star Pinup Photography

Matt Hohlfeld

Steve Edmund

Ruby Joule

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Flight Hostess Amelia

 

She is new to the Jet Set Plane, and will always strive to serve your every need; using her sweet British accent!

It is said Amelia once served as an MI-6 Secret Agent for a number of years! So unfortunately, not much information is known about her. But just the same, feel safe, loved, and very secure flying with her to your next Dream Destination!

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WJST Jet Set is available on all of your mobile devices and Alexa!

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Other Apps such as Online Radio Box, MyTuner, and Radio Online play WJST as well! They all work for your iPhone and Android devices. Search: WJST Jet Set.

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WJST is also available on Alexa devices! Just go to the Alexa Skills Store, found on the Alexa App. Search the Skills Store: WJST Jet Set, Enable the Skill. Now go to the Alexa device, slowly and clearly say: "Alexa, Play W..J..S..T.. Jet.. Set" until she understands the request. You might have to repeat it a bit faster or slower.

WJST is also available in your car, using a Bluetooth or wired connection, to your car's stereo system.

Don't forget! WJST is available on all Roku devices, utilizing the free Get Me Radio App. Instructions are included back in the Home Cockpit Page of this website!

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WJST hopes you will please always enjoy the relaxing music, and listen to the weekend programs. Especially while you fly, by connecting your mobile device to the planes Wi-Fi.

WJST is available on Facebook, with it's own Facebook page. Just search Facebook: WJST Jet Set Radio. Stay up to date with the latest information!

WJST is also available on Twitter and Instagram. Just search Twitter: @JetWjst and Instagram: wjstjetset.

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If you desire to donate any amount to WJST, please feel free to do so at the home page. Your tips are greatly appreciated, and go directly to increasing the music library; as well as supporting the station for Live365!

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Please save WJST Jet Set to your web browser favorites list, and come back at anytime!