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Author: Ethan Swan

Remembering KURE Fest!

March 22, 2023

by Caleb Davis 2023’s KURE Fest was a huge success! This year’s lineup included two Iowa-based bands, Allegra Hernandez and Hot Kunch (the latter…

Dark Side of the Moon – Review

March 7, 2023

by Kenny Tschida Fifty years ago, on March 1st, 1973, Pink Floyd dropped their 8th studio album, Dark Side of the Moon. The album…

Mac DeMarco in 2023 – New Album and Retrospective

February 17, 2023

by Ethan Swan With the release of his 7th original album – his first in nearly 4 years – Mac DeMarco gives many longtime…

Dark Souls: OST Overview

February 17, 2023

by Kenny Tschida Dark Souls, an incredibly loved but infamous game series developed by the Japanese game company, FromSoftware, has distinguished itself in the…

After the Magic – Parannoul Review

February 17, 2023

by Caleb Davis 9/10 Parannoul is a South Korean-based artist known for his unique take on shoegaze with lo-fi production and emo influences. I…

Lil Yachty, Let’s Start Here.

February 17, 2023

by Hunter Benton To say this album was a surprise would be an understatement. This work of pure musical genius that Lil Yachty crafted…

Sobs – Air Guitar Album Review

November 30, 2022

by Caleb Davis 7/10 Recommended if you like: Kero Kero Bonito, Alvvays, Sweet Trip Air Guitar is the new sophomore album from Singapore-based band…

SMITHEREENS – JOJI ALBUM REVIEW

November 30, 2022

by Kenny Tschida Japanese-American singer-songwriter, George Miller, otherwise known as Joji, released his third studio album, Smithereens, on Friday, November 4th, 2022. Miller released…

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard – October Retrospective

November 30, 2022

by Ethan Swan [The band posted this teaser on their facebook in September 2022.] October 2022 was a great, if not hectic, month to…

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Upcoming On-Air

  • The Really Radical Radio Roulette Programme October 4, 2023 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm DJ Jackpot cordially invites you to the fourth season of The Really Radical Radio Roulette Programme. Anything can happen at the roulette table, and you just might win big, so take a chance and spin the wheel, baby!
  • Discography Dive October 4, 2023 at 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Discography Dive will spotlight a specific artist every week! Artists will span across all genres and backgrounds, with the purpose of introducing people to new artists or exploring further into artists whom they're already familiar with. Fun facts and deep cuts included with Dj Tangerine.
  • Broadcast from the Past October 4, 2023 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm DJ Cocktail brings you a Broadcast from the Past as he explores the most interesting music of the last 60 years, week by week. Tune in every Wednesday from 6 to 7 pm to listen to the newest and the best music from that week in history.
  • Take it easy & Take it October 4, 2023 at 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Tune in for a mix of folk and blues rock with a new theme every week. Close out your night on a high note while learning a little music history along the way. With DJ Ragman
  • MAD October 5, 2023 at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm What's more fun than sticking it to the man? Doing it in style! I'll provide you with the perfect soundtrack for your weekly steam-blowing session! With DJGT
  • Everything but the Kitchen Sink October 5, 2023 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Everything but the kitchen sink is for music lovers who really don’t know much about music. No niche genre knowledge or pretentious blathering. Just good music that makes you feel. Whether that’s easy listening or songs that just stuck with me for one reason or another, each week will have a distinct vibe sourced directly…
  • In The Garage October 5, 2023 at 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm In The Garage is a show that hopes to put you in the Garage of your dreams. With alt-rock, post-hardcore, and a little emo in the mix, your mind will be transported to some place where the only thing that matters is music (and maybe a cold beverage).

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