News
Vinylthon Day 2 Schedule
Friday, April 17th, 2026 by The Professor
| TIME | SATURDAY |
| MIDNIGHT | Anna Markulis 1 |
| 1 | Perfect Storm 2 |
| 2 | John C Vinyl Show Hr1 |
| 3 | John C Vinyl Show Hr2 |
| 4 | Locals Only |
| 5 | Mighty Soul Hour 2 |
| 6 | Surf & Cars |
| 7 | Anna Markulis 2 |
| 8 | Cajun Bayou Hour |
| 9 | Moldie Oldies |
| 10 | Staff Show Live |
| 11 | Staff Show Live |
| NOON | Dayao Bros Know Live |
| 1 | Dayao Bros Know Live |
| 2 | Ray Infuzzi (’88) WLCR Live |
| 3 | Stardust Records |
| 4 | The Professor Live |
| 5 | The Professor Live |
| 6 | Poptimism Live |
| 7 | Mike Vuoto Flashback |
| 8 | A Moldy Hour |
| 9 | Vanyo Plays Friends |
| 10 | Discovery Hour |
| 11 | Spin Sessions |
Posted in Events, Featured, Music, News | No Comments »
Explore Baltimore: Celebrated Summer Records
Friday, April 17th, 2026 by Allison Shulman
This week on Explore Baltimore, we visited Celebrated Summer Records, a record shop located in Hampden that has been part of the Baltimore music community for 20 years. The store has been open in its current Hampden location on Falls Road for 16 years, but was previously located in Towson.
Owner Tony previously worked at Reptilian Records, and when it closed, he was inspired to open his own shop and continue to share his love of music. The store is named after the song Celebrated Summer, reflecting that same personal connection to music’s influence. Celebrated Summer Records is meant to be a no-judgement space where customers can explore music freely without feeling pressured or intimidated. The shop has something for everyone, with jazz, indie, local artists and much more. (more…)
Posted in Explore Baltimore, Featured, Music, News | No Comments »
Vinylthon Day 1 Schedule
Friday, April 17th, 2026 by The Professor
| TIME | FRIDAY |
| MIDNIGHT | Pursuit of Felicity |
| 1 | Bimbo Chronicles |
| 2 | Coffee Break |
| 3 | Tara Goes Punk |
| 4 | Queen Marge Hr1 |
| 5 | Queen Marge Hr2 |
| 6 | Stardust Records 1 |
| 7 | Perfect Storm 1 |
| 8 | Tara Goes Vinyl Hr1 |
| 9 | Tara Goes Vinyl Hr2 |
| 10 | Mid-Morning Morning Show Live Hr1 |
| 11 | Mid-Morning Morning Show Live Hr2 |
| NOON | Mid-Morning Morning Show Live Hr3 |
| 1 | Staff Show 1 |
| 2 | Mike Vuoto (’11) Live Hr1 |
| 3 | Mike Vuoto (’11) Live Hr2 |
| 4 | Melancholy Mixtapes |
| 5 | Bravo Radio |
| 6 | Mighty Soul Hour 1 |
| 7 | Retro Rocking Roadshow Live Hr1 |
| 8 | Retro Rocking Roadshow Live Hr2 |
| 9 | WVLC/WLCR Alumni |
| 10 | Staff Show 2 |
| 11 | Volcano Chronicles |
From 10am – 1pm, Mid-Morning Morning Show will be live at Maryland Hall Circle with prizes and plenty of vinyl spinning!
Posted in Events, Featured, Music, News | No Comments »
Vinylthon 2026 – April 17-18, 2026
Thursday, April 16th, 2026 by Allison Shulman
WLOY is once again going all in for a full weekend dedicated to vinyl! For 48 hours straight, our station will be taken over by curated vinyl sets from our DJs, staff and alumni as part of the global Vinylthon celebration.
Keep an eye out for this weekends Vinylthon activities on campus:
On Friday, April 17, The MidMorning Morning Show will be tabling in Maryland Circle from 10AM – 1PM, spinning live vinyl and hosting giveaways with our prize wheel.
Then on Saturday, April 18, we will be set up outside the station from 12PM-5PM with more giveaways and records. You don’t want to miss it!
Posted in Featured, Music, News | No Comments »
AOTW: “campthehills” by campthehills 041626
Thursday, April 16th, 2026 by Ellie Walsh
AOTW: “campthehills” by campthehills
Reviewed by: Ciara McKeon ’28
Release Date: February 27, 2026
Rating: 10/10
RIYL: The Hellp, BETWEEN FRIENDS, Bassvictim
Review:
Review: This self-titled, 8-track album by campthehills is honestly such an incredible release. The artist has only really surfaced within the past year and has already been putting out so much great music. A lot of newer artists take time to find their sound, but campthehills already feels like they’ve built a real identity and style for themselves. (more…)
Posted in Featured, Music, New Releases, News, Reviews, Staff Picks | No Comments »
Celebrated Summer Records
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026 by Allison Shulman
With Vinylthon and Record Store Day right around the corner, our News Director, Demetrius, is highlighting some of our favorite local record stores! His first stop was Celebrated Summer Records in Hampden.
Known for its punk, jazz and local artist collections, this spot is a Baltimore staple. Owner Tony loves collecting vinyl and sharing his love for music with the Baltimore community.
Posted in Featured, Music, News | No Comments »
Explore Baltimore: Milagro
Friday, April 10th, 2026 by Allison Shulman
This week, we visited Milagro, a Hampden boutique that has been part of the community for 22 years. The shop is a global boutique, carrying goods inspired by pieces all around the world. Milagro focuses on supporting small artist collectives and women creators.
The inspiration behind Milagro came from the owner’s travels, especially places like Mexico and Japan. That influence is reflected throughout the store today. From screen-printed clothing to jewelry, and even the furniture, nearly everything in the shop is made by hand.
We spoke with Nikki, a Loyola alum and key member of the Milagro team, whose energy immediately stood out. She shared that working in Hampden feels especially meaningful to her, since her family has roots in the neighborhood. Being part of the shop allows her to stay connected to that history while also watching how the area has grown over time and become more diverse. (more…)
Posted in Explore Baltimore, Featured, News | No Comments »
Explore Baltimore: The Modest Florist
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 by Allison Shulman
Explore Baltimore is back! Our first stop: The Modest Florist, located on Chestnut Avenue in Hampden.
The store is beautiful and feels different right when you walk in. There is an assortment of unique and seasonal flowers. Libby, the owner, opened the shop in 2013 and it’s coming up on it’s 13th anniversary!
Libby previously worked in the florist industry, and when she realized how destructive it had become, she knew a better alternative was needed. Sustainability is at the core of The Modest Florist’s mission, and everything in the shop is sourced locally from nearby farms and greenhouses. That focus is seen across all aspects of her business, from a vase exchange program to solar panels and even deliveries in her electric car. The Modest florist is the only florist recognized on the Maryland Department of Energy “Green Registry,” and it is all because of Libby’s dedication. While her practices do come with some limitations, like not being able to source roses for Valentine’s Day, sustainability is at the root of The Modest Florist and isn’t changing anytime soon. (more…)
Posted in Explore Baltimore, Featured, News | No Comments »
Concert Review: Little Lungs 031226
Monday, March 30th, 2026 by The Professor
By Sylvia Gredzinski (’27)
On March 12, I had the pleasure of attending Little Lungs‘ album release tour at the Ottobar, here in Baltimore. The show began at 8pm so my friend Eileen and I made sure to get there a little bit earlier so we didn’t miss anything. The first thing I noticed was how cool the venue was. I had never been to Ottobar, so walking in I was already excited. As soon as you walk in there is the main stage to your right, when you continue walking forward, to your right there is also a staircase that leads to the balcony where seating is offered to watch the bands play from above. Proceeding forward there is a big open space which people use to congregate since there is more seating, and a bar area, along with a photo booth which I was thrilled with. Obviously we made use of it since two photo strips were only $4, a pretty fantastic price in this day and age. (more…)
Posted in Featured, Music, News, Reviews | No Comments »
SOTW: “What You Need” by Tems 032426
Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 by Ellie Walsh
SOTW: “What You Need” by Tems
Reviewed by: Marley Lehmann ’28
Released Date: November 21st, 2025
Rating: 9.5/10
RIYL: Brent Faiyaz, Sonder, SZA
Review:
Tems is a Nigerian singer-songwriter, record producer, and Grammy winner who blends genres like alternative R&B, hip-hop, and afrobeats to create soulful and meaningful songs. Her most recent album, Love Is A Kingdom, includes the single “What You Need”. This track highlights a soft percussion backing her calming vocals that adds more emotion to the already passionate lyrics. “What You Need” talks about topics such as longing and wanting to be chosen. The more you listen to it, the deeper the lyrics can hit. (more…)
Posted in Featured, Music, News, Reviews | No Comments »
