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Baltimore hardcore band Turnstile earns 5 Grammy nominations
Friday, November 7th, 2025 by Sophia Thornberg
The 2026 Grammy nominations were announced earlier this morning and Baltimore’s very own hardcore band Turnstile has earned 5 Grammy nominations for their 4th album Never Enough, which debuted at No.9 on Billboard and also gave them their first No.1 single, which is the song that bears the same name as the album title.
The group was nominated for Best Rock Performance, Best Metal Performance, Best Rock Song, and Best Rock Album.
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Baltimore Sports History: Negro League Baseball
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025 by The Professor
Baltimore’s Negro League Baseball: Talent, Community, and Forgotten Glory
by Yukesh Aryal (host of After The Whistle)
When people talk about baseball in Baltimore, they usually mention the Orioles or legends like Cal Ripken Jr. But long before the major leagues were open to everyone, the city was already home to some of the best baseball talent in America in the Negro Leagues. Teams like the Baltimore Black Sox and the Baltimore Elite Giants not only gave fans great baseball but also gave a sense of pride to the city’s Black community during segregation
The story starts in 1913, when the Baltimore Black Sox were founded. They became one of the best-known Black teams in the country. The team’s strong infield earned them the nickname the “Million Dollar Infield” during the 1920s. The Black Sox played their games at Maryland Baseball Park and later Bugle Field, which were more than just ballparks as they were gathering places for families and friends who came to cheer and celebrate together. (more…)
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SOTW- “Under The Moon” by Ari Lennox
Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 by Sophia Thornberg
Review Written By Marley Lehmann ’28
SOTW- “Under the Moon” by Ari Lennox
Release Date: October 23rd, 2025
Rating: 9.5/10
RIYL: Solange, Janelle Monae, Erykah Badu, Jungle
Review:
Ari Lennox is an R&B/neo-soul artist who’s been making music since around 2012. She’s known for her smooth vocals and honest lyrics. After being part of Dreamville Records label for years, Ari is now working on her own with Interscope Records, and it shows – her sound is evolving in a very interesting way. “Under The Moon” is the second single from her recent album Vacancy, and it’s got a mysterious, romantic twist that dropped right in time for fall.
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Special Show- WCSB Students Say Goodbye to their Radio Station
Monday, November 3rd, 2025 by Sophia Thornberg
Tonight at 9 p.m. WLOY will be airing a one-hour special show featuring students from radio station WCSB saying goodbye to their station at Cleveland State University. On October 3rd, which happens to be World College Radio Day, CSU decided to turn over WCSB 89.3 to IdeaStream Public Media’s JazzNEO. This abrupt change ended 49 years of student and community-produced programming and kicked out over 100 radio station volunteers from a place they considered to be like home. Now those same volunteers will have a chance to say goodbye to their beloved radio station and share what WCSB meant to them and the greater community.
However, they are not giving up! Now rebranded as XCSB they are continuing fight to regain control of their station and its airwaves. If you wish to support them in their fight, here are some was you can help:
- Sign their petition on Change.org.
- Consider cancelling donations to IdeaStream, CSU, or WCSB through the CSU Foundation. Self report any donation cancelations using this form.
- Reach out Cleveland State University and IdeaStream and voice your support for WCSB. Click here to find who to call and read tips on how to get your message across effectively.
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Special Halloween Shows!
Friday, October 31st, 2025 by Sophia Thornberg
Happy Halloween everyone! Tonight WLOY is airing three special Halloween shows that you don’t wanna miss!
Bravo Radio Halloween: 5pm-6pm
Dead Air: 6pm-8pm
Retro Eddie’s Halloween: 8-9pm
Make sure to tune in while your out trick-or-treating or just hanging out with friends!
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SOTW- “Swoon” by Fickle Friends
Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 by Ellie Walsh
Trick or treat yourself to some great music… It’s week two of Song of the Week!
Review by: Jordan Sheckells ’28
SOTW: “Swoon” by Fickle Friends
Released: February 28, 2025
Rating: 10/10
RIYL: The Japanese house, CHVRCHES, The Aces
Review: Fickle Friends, the indie-pop group originating from Brighton, East Sussex, England and made up of members Natassja Shiner (vocals, keyboard), Harry Herrington (bass, backing vocals), Sam Morris (drums) and Jack Wilson (keyboards) began their music careers as a group in 2014 with their single Swim. Since their first release in 2014 the group has released two albums You Are Someone Else (2018) and Are We Gonna Be Alright (2022), as well as multiple singles within that time. Their upcoming album which Swoon will be on is being released this year on November 7th, 2025.
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ATOW – Bleeds by Wednesday
Thursday, October 16th, 2025 by Sophia Thornberg
It’s time for our first fall 2025 Album of the Week!
by Jordan Sheckells ’28
Released: September 19, 2025
Rating: 9/10
RIYL: Pinegrove, Big Thief, and Soccer Mommy
Review: Wednesday, originating from North Carolina and composed of members MJ Lenderman, Karly Hartzman, Alan Miller, Xandy Chelmis, and Ethan Baechtold, released their 6th studio album, Bleeds on September 19th, 2025. Member MJ Lenderman, who has an astounding solo career aside from the band with multiple solo projects has been confirmed to be departing from the group. The sudden departure was announced previously on their socials before the album was released in September and is more than likely related to the recent break up between him and lead singer Karly Hartzman. (more…)
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College Radio Day 2025!
Tuesday, September 30th, 2025 by Ellie Walsh
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 – 2pm
– Free Coffee Tasting outside Boulder 11am – 2pm
What is College Radio Day??
On this first Friday of October marks the 15th Annual College Radio Day, and we’re 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 (more…)
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Falkenstein, Bavaria: WLOY’s Secret Superfans
Tuesday, September 9th, 2025 by Ellie Walsh
Who knew our second-largest group of listeners comes from a charming little Bavarian town? Shoutout to Falkenstein, Bavaria – population just over 3,000, but clearly packed with people who have excellent taste in radio.
Fun Facts About Falkenstein:
-The town is surrounded by lush forests and rolling hills, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.
-At over 1,270 meters (4,190 ft) above sea level, Falkenstein Castle is known as Germany’s highest castle.
-Traditional Bavarian bands, often called “oompah” bands, feature instruments such as the trumpet, trombone, clarinet, tuba, and accordion. These bands frequently perform at events like the annual Oktoberfest, village festivals, and in beer gardens.
Click HERE to learn more about Falkenstein!
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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 Dynasty’s weekly Soca night. Every Friday, enjoy tasty Caribbean dishes, delicious cocktails, and nonstop live music that’ll 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 you’re coming to relax, party, or meet new people, it’s the place to be for good vibes and unforgettable nights!
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