AOTW: TAUK – “TAUK Moore”

June 28th, 2023 by Liz Kosik

by Liz Kosik ’25

Album of the Week: TAUK“TAUK Moore”

Released: June 16, 2023

Rate: 9/10

RIYL: Haitus Kaiyote, Ghost Funk Orchestra, Khruangbin, Vulfpeck, No Doubt

TAUK is a captivating band that consistently pushes the boundaries of genre. The New York based-group has teamed up with vocalist, Kanika Moore, to complete their latest album, “TAUK Moore.” Their unique fusion of rock, jazz, and EDM creates a sonic landscape, proving they’re not afraid to experiment with their sound. The band’s intricate sound arrangements shine through on almost every track, showcasing their immense talent; more than worthy of our favorite album of the week. Read the rest of this entry »



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SOTW: Arts Fishing Club – “#Tornadotext”

June 23rd, 2023 by Liz Kosik

by Liz Kosik

Song of the Week: Arts Fishing Club“Tornado Text”

Released: June 2023

Rate: 8/10

RIYL: Foster the People, Grouplove, Portugal. The Man, The Neighborhood

Various sounds, including folk, alt-country, and indie-rock influence Arts Fishing Club’s music. Their sound is characterized by heartfelt lyrics and melodies that genuinely showcase the individual talents of each member. The group consists of Christopher Kessenich, Matt Siffert, Jimi Greene, Brian Kempson, and Peter Eddins who met through each member’s journey in pursuing music. The Nashville, Tennessee-based band is known for their energetic live performances and has shared the stage with several respectable artists such as Langhorne Slim, Darlingside, and The Last Bison. Read the rest of this entry »



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Alumni Spotlight: Alex Fili (2013)

June 20th, 2023 by Liz Kosik

Alex Fili, a Loyola class of 2013 graduate, discusses her experience at WLOY and shares some of her favorite memories over the years.

Q: Can you tell us about your show at WLOY? (name and theme, genre of music)

A: “Not quite happy hour” from 3-5, in which I played only songs I liked. I probably wasn’t the best DJ. However, I did run “What Happens Next?” and helped WLOY win a couple of awards at CBI, this is probably more of a highlight for me than my radio show. Working with kids and giving back to the community was such a highlight of my college career.

Q: Who is your favorite artist now?

A: Hozier.

Q: What do you do for work? Did your experiences at WLOY transfer into your work? 

A: I own my own dental office, I am a dentist! My experiences at WLOY are part of the reason I probably graduated Loyola, John helped keep me in line. But the work I did at WLOY, volunteering, and having a paid job during college always ensured a work ethic, time management, and responsibility.

Q: Tell us your favorite WLOY memory.

A: So many, probably running “What Happens Next?” Oh, I got to do a color commentary at the Orioles stadium for the President’s Cup Baseball Tournament! That was badass. Decorating the outside wall with all of the old vinyl covers. Taking pictures for Good DJ and Bad DJ. John not firing me is a good one.

Q: One piece of advice for current students looking to enter the broadcast/entertainment industry:

A: I do not have any advice for this as I do not work in that industry. But, working for the radio station during my college career is the reason I still love Loyola. WLOY was my family and I consider it very near and dear to my heart.



John’s note: I cannot believe that winning both the Cafe Hon Bread Pudding Eating Contest AND the Holy Frijoles Taco Eating Contest the SAME DAY at Hampdenfest wasn’t the highlight of Alex’s entire WLOY career.

Oh, and then retaining her crown by winning the Bread Pudding Contest 2 YEARS IN A ROW.



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Honfest 2023

June 15th, 2023 by Liz Kosik

by Liz Kosik ’25

Another year in the books! Baltimore’s 2023 Honfest was a vibrant celebration, reminding us of the town’s community-based pride. The streets of Hampden filled with families and parade attendees, all coming together to embrace the quirky spirit of the event. The energy of the event was infectious as the air was filled with laughter, music, and the smells of Baltimore’s best foods. WLOY had the pleasure of hosting 15 local artists this past weekend at the WLOY STAGE at Honfest. We were visited by alumni, students, and community members in the gathering of WLOY’s favorite event of the summer. Honfest is a great function for local artists to showcase their talent and we couldn’t be more grateful to have shared another parade with them. 

We have to give a big shout-out to Garrett Long for making the stage run smoothly and soundly all weekend. He danced between solo and group artists, doing his magic with smiles and swift hands. Garrett is the recording engineer for the Watermelon Room, a local recording studio based in Hampden, MD. They’re known for their variety of instruments and recording equipment, encouraging artists to pursue their musical creativity. Definitely check them out!

Eddie Fine ’23 exceeded MC expectations, keeping everyone appraised for the upcoming acts. Students Johnny Cozza ‘24, Aliyah Smith-Bradley ‘24, and Liz Kosik ’25 manned the tent for the weekend, engaging with community members and raffling off some cool prizes.  Attendees loved the nifty turn-table that was repurposed for the raffling, allowing participants to “spin and win” a variety of prizes such as Thread Coffee, mugs, t-shirts, and vinyl. Despite a flat tire immediately upon arrival (lol silly John).. the weekend was full of excitement!

WLOY is proud to have concluded its 7th year hosting a stage at Honfest. It’s impossible to talk about our stage without mentioning the talented cast of artists that came and performed. We would like to express our gratitude to all the incredible bands and artists that dedicated their time this weekend. From Red Sammy kicking us off on Saturday morning to Old Eastern closing us out on Sunday night, every one of them delivered an amazing performance. We were showered with compliments and positive feedback all weekend from members of our favorite community and are ecstatic to be back next year!

The full schedule (and links to the artist’s pages) is here – go buy their merch!!

Be sure to watch this space for a gallery full of images and links to videos as we put them up. Also, check out our Instagram @wloy_radio for some Honfest recaps, alumni spotlights, and WLOY news. 🙂



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Alumni Spotlight: Christa Constantine (2013)

June 13th, 2023 by Liz Kosik

Christa Constantine (2013) shares her experience at the WLOY station and some fun memories from her college years!

Q: Can you tell us about your show at WLOY? (name and theme, genre of music)

A: My show was called The Random Association Game, which is hosted with my co-DJ Sarah Karpovich for 3 years at Loyola. We played a lot of indie stuff that was popular when we were at Loyola but integrated a lot of classics from the 70s and 80s. \

Q: Who is your favorite artist now?

A: I’m really into MUNA right now! I got tickets for free last year never having listened to them, and the show got me hooked. Read the rest of this entry »



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AOTW: MIRANDA AND THE BEAT – Miranda and The Beat

June 9th, 2023 by Liz Kosik

by Liz Kosik ’25

Album of the Week: MIRANDA AND THE BEATMiranda and The Beat

Released: May 26, 2023

Rate: 9/10

RIYL: Artic Monkeys, Ravonettes, The Kills, Jacuzzi Boys, King Khan

Make way.. Miranda and The Beat are hot and ready to reignite the New York City rock music scene. They happily disregard the limitations of staying within one genre, ranging from punk, garage, and soul. While Miranda and The Beat can technically be classified as rock, they have no problem pushing the bounds of each genre while adding their individual, fresh taste. Arriving in the Big Apple in 2018, Miranda and The Beat have brought a new energy, collabing with rock idols such as The Mystery Lights and Nick Zinner of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. They’re, for sure, expected to succeed their current reputation and break the bounds of their anticipated fame. Read the rest of this entry »



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Honfest 2023 – WLOY Stage – June 10/11

June 7th, 2023 by Liz Kosik

by Liz Kosik ’25

I can’t believe it’s June already – and you know what that means, Honfest! Grab your hairspray, throw on your feather boa, and practice your best Bawlmerese accent to get ready. WLOY is excited to celebrate the 30th year of Baltimore’s biggest bash. Honfest is Saturday, June 10th, and Sunday, June 11th, 2023 and WLOY will be there all weekend! We are proud to host the WLOY Loyola Radio stage, bringing a great lineup of some of the station’s favorite local artists and bands. The WLOY stage will be located on 36th Street at the Chestnut Street intersection (right across from The Charmery).

This is quite possibly our most diverse lineup yet, so there is something for everyone. We are so excited about this year’s line-up, and we hope you are too! See you there!

WLOY Loyola Radio Stage 2023 Lineup:

Saturday, June 10th

11:00 – 12:00 Red Sammy

12:00 – 1:00 Maria Dontas

1:00 – 2:00 Ebb & Nova

2:00 – 3:00 Whiskey Feathers

3:00 – 4:00 Gabe Ford Trio

4:00 – 5:00 Rodney Henry

5:00 – 6:00 Tionesta

6:00 – 7:00 Skribe

7:00 – 8:00 Out of Water eXperience

Sunday, June 11th

12:00 – 1:00 Eze Jackson

1:00 – 2:00 Matt Hutchison

2:00 – 3:00 George Jano and Chuck the MaddOx

3:00 – 4:00 Doc Pine & Friends

4:00 – 5:00 Saleem & The Music Lovers

5:00 – 6:00 Old Eastern



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Alumni Spotlight: Brandon Newby (2015)

June 6th, 2023 by Liz Kosik

Brandon Newby (2015) discusses their experience at the WLOY radio station. Newby shares his favorite memories as an aspiring artist and the station’s impact on his career path.

Q: Can you tell us about your show at WLOY? (name and theme, genre of music)

A: “What Cats Listen To” lmao, I don’t remember the time because we had several different time slots over the years. It started as a Pop-Punk show, but as a Hip-Hop fan, I would slide a random song in a block. It eventually became a multi-genre show. We didn’t go into it with a theme, we just wanted to hang out and play music.

Q: Who is your favorite artist now?

A: I have way too many to name, but Kid Cudi will always be a go-to. And Conway The Machine is probably my current favorite. His new album “Won’t He Do It” is a masterclass in rhyme structure and flow. Read the rest of this entry »



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SOTW: Skiifall – “2 Charming” (Clean)

June 2nd, 2023 by Liz Kosik

by Liz Kosik ’25

Song of the Week: Skiifall “2 Charming” (Clean)

Released: May 5, 2023

Rate: 9/10

RIYL: Kendrick Lamar, KAYTRANADA, GoldLink

Montreal-based rapper, Skiifall, is here and taking over Canada’s music scene. The artistic setting of Montreal has lacked appreciation for rap-style genres in the past, but Skiifall is expanding his sound and space like no other. Read the rest of this entry »



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Alumni Spotlight: Stephen Vanyo (2017)

May 30th, 2023 by Charlie Wahlberg

Stephen Vanyo, a Loyola class of 2017 graduate, discusses his career as an entertainment, sports, and media attorney, and how the knowledge he gained from WLOY not only solidified a career path for him but prepared him for it as well.

Q: Can you tell us about your show at WLOY? (name and theme, genre of music) 

A: Indie-anna Jones and the Underground Temple. It featured DIY artists and other independent rock music. My show focused on independent artists that were not getting the attention they deserved both locally and nationally, but I mainly focused on Baltimore and the North East. 

Q: What was your show’s top-played artist?

A: Turnstile, who has since been nominated for a Grammy, and Wild Honey, a Baltimore band. I also played some music from Pianos Become The Teeth, and Free Throw. Read the rest of this entry »



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