Every Friday at 5 PM
There are some songs you don’t just listen to. You live in them for a while.
That’s the heart of The Softer Side with Carl Rossi. Each week, Carl brings together a thoughtful mix of soft rock favorites, familiar classics, and a few gently unexpected selections that feel like they’ve been waiting for the right moment to find you again.
It’s not about big, flashy hits or high-energy playlists. This is music that gives you space to reflect, to unwind, or just to let the day settle around you. The kind of songs that remind you of where you’ve been, who you’ve loved, and the quiet moments in between.
Whether you’re tuning in at the end of a long week or just looking for something that feels a little more grounded, The Softer Side is a place to slow down and stay awhile.
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Meet Carl Rossi
If you’ve spent time listening to KNCT 91.3 FM, you’ve likely heard the warm, thoughtful voice of Carl Rossi and the calm that comes with it. A lifelong music lover, Carl dreamed of radio as a young man in the 1970s, imagining shows where songs could tell stories and spark connections.
Life led him down a different path, including a successful career outside broadcasting and service as president of the Hill Country Region Porsche Club of America. Still, music remained a constant. Upon retiring, Carl returned to the microphone, rediscovering radio not as a job, but as a calling.
Today, Carl is a cherished part of the KNCT family as the host of The Softer Side. His playlists blend soft rock favorites with gentle commentary and musical insight designed to help listeners unwind and reflect.
Carl once joked, “Retirement is a job that requires advance planning — I did neither.” That honesty and heart define his presence on KNCT, where his second act continues to bring comfort, connection, and warmth to our community.
Playlist Archive
Browse recent playlists from The Softer Side with Carl Rossi. New playlists are added here each week.
