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College Radio Day 2025!
Tuesday, September 30th, 2025 by Ellie Walsh
đïž College Radio Day 2025!
When: Friday, October 3rd
Theme: Tune In To The People
Join us for the Celebration!
– Table outside Maryland Hall Circle: 12pm – 2pm
– LIVE Broadcast outside Boulder: 11am –Â 2pm
– Free Coffee Tasting outside Boulder 11am – 2pm
What is College Radio Day??Â
On this first Friday of October marks the 15th Annual College Radio Day, and weâre so excited to celebrate with you! On this day, hundreds of college-ran radio stations will come together and celebrate the one thing that connects us all: college radio. College Radio Day aims to raise widespread recognition of the existing radio stations on campuses around the world. This is to encourage people to tune into shows and start listening more often, despite not being a regular listener.
The original idea for College Radio Day came from Dr. Rob Quicke (General Manager, WPSC FM, William Patterson University, NYC market), who founded it in December 2010 alongside Peter Kreten (General Manager, WXAV FM, Saint Xavier University, Chicago market). Click HERE to learn more
COME JOIN US!
Maryland Hall Circle Table: Come celebrate from 12 pm-2 pm for a chance to spin the prize wheel and win a free WLOY t-shirt, stickers, mugs, and more!
Boulder Table: Join us from 11 am- 2 pm to watch WLOY DJs Live @ Boulder with Amanda (Poptimism), Daniel (Perfect Storm) and Max (Bravo Radio) with special guest alumni appearance by Gordon (Metal By Moonlight) all LIVE!
Coffee Tasting Table: How Metal Is Your Grind? Calling all to come taste test featured brews by GWAR, Type O Negative, and Motorhead! Vote for your favorite and snag some caffeinated goodies!
How you can participate: Stop by our pop-ups, tune in to WLOY, and donât forget to share our website with friends đ
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WLOY IS HIRING!
Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025 by The Professor
Loyola student?
Got work study?
Want to work with 20,000+ pieces of music with new things arriving every day?
Know the alphabet?
Like music?
WLOY is hiring for our music team (students only please). Check out the job posting on Handshake for more info and to apply!
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Explore Baltimore! Soca Fridays
Friday, May 9th, 2025 by Liz Kosik
by Elizabeth Kosik ’25
What: Soca Fridays
When: Friday, May 9 · 5pm – 12am
Where: Caribbean Dynasty Restaurant & Lounge, 647 West Pratt Street Baltimore, MD 21201
Start your weekend with high energy and good company at Caribbean Dynastyâs weekly Soca night. Every Friday, enjoy tasty Caribbean dishes, delicious cocktails, and nonstop live music thatâll have you dancing all night.
Catch live sets from DJ Sonic, DJ Axe, and DJ JesseJess as they bring the best Soca beats to the dance floor. Whether youâre coming to relax, party, or meet new people, itâs the place to be for good vibes and unforgettable nights!
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Concert Review: Soulja Boy
Thursday, May 1st, 2025 by Liz Kosik
by Genevieve Torkornoo â25
Soulja Boy is a popular rap artist from the early 2000s. His Swag Tour experience took place at the Baltimore Soundstage, a small concert hall with a capacity of about 1,000 people. The venue definitely created an intimate experience for both the artist and the fans.
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Concert Review: Magic Sword
Tuesday, April 29th, 2025 by Liz Kosik
by Eisa Abu-Sbaih â25
âIn the beginning, there was light and darkness.âÂ
Magic Sword brought otherworldly energy during the Baltimore leg of their YEAR OF THE SWORD TOUR at Baltimore Soundstage on April 23rd, 2025. The masked trio come with their own legend: âAnd so it was and shall always be, whenever the need is great, we call upon the power of the Magic Sword.âÂ
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Explore Baltimore! Bond and Bentley Live
Friday, April 25th, 2025 by Liz Kosik
by Elizabeth Kosik ’25
What: Bond and Bentley Live Concert
When: Saturday, April 26 · 2pm
Where: Diamondback Brewing Company, 1215 E Fort Ave #008, Baltimore, MD
Visit Diamondback Brewing Company this Saturday, April 26 at 2 PM to see Baltimore locals Bond and Bentley. The group features an old soul and funk sound, bringing an original vibe to their self-written tracks! Want to check out some of their music? Their newest single, “Resume,” is out now! Definitely come and show this group some love!
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Event Review: Battle of the Bands
Thursday, April 24th, 2025 by Liz Kosik
by Isabelle Braudakis ’25 – Battle of the Bands 2025
This yearâs Battle of the Bands was bursting with energy, hype, and pure fun. Itâs always one of my favorite events to work because every time, without fail, Iâm hit with that full body frisson that only great live music can deliver. The night kicked off with The Last Arrival, a five-piece group of Loyola students: Chris Saia on guitar and backing vocals, Sam Mejia on drums, Patrick Hart on guitar and lead vocals, Michael Moseley on piano, and Edward on bass. Their performance was nothing short of epic. Their setlist took the crowd on a ride with emotional highs, introspective lows, all tied together by their seamless harmony. Their sound evoked the feel of The Backseat Loversâ classic indie rock vibes that were both nostalgic and fresh, fun and comforting.
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Battle of the Bands Winner: Daviid and The Day Dreamerz
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 by Liz Kosik
WLOY is excited to announce the Spring ’25 Battle of the Bands winner: Daviid and The Day Dreamerz! Their unique sound stood out, and clearly the judges thought so too. We canât wait to see them hit the stage at Loyolapaloozaâcatch their performance from 2:30 to 3:10 PM!
This year, weâre mixing things up! Our amazing runner-up, The Last Arrival, will also be performing from 1:30 to 2:10 PM. Make sure to come out and support both bands and all our talented campus artists at Loyolapalooza, happening this Sunday, April 27, from 12 to 5 PM on the Quad!
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Explore Baltimore! Monday Night Open Mic
Friday, April 11th, 2025 by Liz Kosik
by Elizabeth Kosik ’25
What: Next Phaze Monday Night Open Mic
When: Monday, April 14 · 8 – 11pm
Where: Next Phaze Cafe & Lounge · 112 E Lexington Street Baltimore, MD 21201
Every Monday evening, Next Phaze Café & Lounge opens its doors to local musicians, poets, and performers for a night dedicated to creativity and community. The Monday Night Open Mic is a space where artists of all backgrounds can take the stage and share their work in a supportive, laid-back setting.
Guests can enjoy live performances while dining on some of the cafĂ©âs most popular Southern-inspired dishes, including Cajun salmon, crab cakes, Bayou pasta, and fried catfish. A selection of signature cocktails is also available to round out the experience. Due to limited seating, reservations through Toast Tables are recommended, with each reservation allowing up to four free seats. Walk-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t miss out!
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Battle of the Bands Spotlight: The Last Arrival
Thursday, April 10th, 2025 by Liz Kosik
Battle of the Bands Contestant: The Last Arrival
Meet The Last Arrival (@chrissaia / @sammejia_ / @patrickhart356 / @michaelmoseley16 / @mc.gillicuddy), a genre-crossing group with roots in jam band culture and a love for experimentation. Chris and Patrick have been playing together for a while, heavily inspired by the Allman Brothers and the Grateful Dead. Their chemistry brings a nostalgic yet fresh sound to the stage.
The full lineup includes Chris on guitar and backup vocals, Sam on drums, Patrick on guitar and vocals, Michael on piano, and Edward on bass. With Samâs versatile drumming and a group that thrives on blending influences, The Last Arrival is ready to close out the night with something bold.
Come support The Last Arrival at Battle of the Bands THIS Saturday, April 12, from 7â10pm in McGuire Hall!!
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