Music Drives Us is a conversation-driven podcast hosted by veteran radio personality Jaybeau Jones. Each episode brings listeners inside the stories behind the music, as Jaybeau sits down with legendary artists and industry insiders to talk about their careers, the creative process, and the moments that shaped the songs people still love today.

Drawing on decades in broadcasting and deep relationships throughout the music world, Jaybeau creates relaxed, personal conversations that go beyond the hits. Guests have included Rick Springfield, Taylor Dayne, Barry Goudreau Formerly of Boston, Lou Gramm of Foreigner, Monkees drummer and lead vocalist Micky Dolenz, Kiefer Sutherland, Dee Snider, and many more. The result is a front-row seat to the memories, challenges, and passion that continue to drive the music.

Massachusetts native Jaybeau Jones has spent his entire adult life behind a microphone, with roots in broadcasting that reach back to his childhood. Today, he is heard nationwide as a weeknight host on SiriusXM’s 70s on 7, bringing classic hits to listeners across all 50 states.

In addition to his SiriusXM role, Jaybeau hosts two syndicated classic hits radio shows each day, airing on 94.7 WLS in Chicago and 105.7 WROR in Boston.

Over the course of his career, Jaybeau has built a reputation both on the air and behind the scenes. Along with his work as a host, he has programmed major radio stations in some of America’s largest media markets, including Chicago, Philadelphia, and Boston.

In recognition of his contributions to broadcasting, Jaybeau was inducted into the Rhode Island Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2017.

In 2006, Ernie Boch Jr. founded Music Drives Us after witnessing the impact of budget cuts on music education. Boch, an avid musician and Berklee College of Music graduate, wanted to ensure that music will be taught in schools across New England for generations to come.

By supporting music education through program funding, instrument donations, and opportunities for live performances each year, MDU helps keep music programs alive when funding disappears. Through this work, we strengthen schools and communities by making music education accessible, and inspire creativity and confidence through music and the arts.

Throughout its 20-year history, Music Drives Us has made a lasting impact by providing millions of dollars in funding to teachers and schools in need. The organization has supported more than 400 institutions across New England, donated over 10,000 instruments, and awarded hundreds of grants to help keep music education alive.