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AOTW: Kate Bollinger – Songs From A Thousand Frames Of Mind
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WLOY & Spectrum Present: Rocky Horror Picture Show
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On This Day: October 14
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AOTW: Vitesse X – This Infinite
SOTW: James & The Giants – “Bless This Mess”
August 4th, 2023 by Liz Kosik
by Liz Kosik ’25
Song of the Week: James & The Giants – “Bless This Mess”
Released: June 30, 2023
Rate: 7/10
RIYL: Wooden Wand, My Morning Jacket, Strand of Oaks, Cass McCombs
Kill Rock Stars is excited to announce the release of James & The Giants’ self-titled album. This project represents the collaborative efforts of James Jackson Toth and his long-time partner Jarvis Taveniere, over the past four years. The album is a blend of newly written songs and ones from past decades, even featuring talented musicians from various eras associated with Wooden Wand. “James and The Giants” showcases a reflective and unintentional self-discovery journey, really exploring personal history to offer fresh perspectives on the memories they hold.
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The Prime: Pop Through The Ages (Pop-Punk)
August 1st, 2023 by Liz Kosik
by Liz Kosik ’25
Genre: Pop
Subgenre: Pop-Punk
RIYL: Sum 41, The Offspring, Green Day, Avril Lavigne, Paramore
Pop-Punk emerged in the late 1970s as a fusion of punk-rock and pop music elements. It combines the rebellious, DIY ethos of punk with catchy melodies and accessible song structures found in pop music. The genre’s roots can be traced back to the early days of punk rock when bands like the Ramones and Buzzcocks were experimenting with pop hooks and shorter, more pop-like songs. However, it wasn’t until the 1990s that Pop-Punk truly came into its own and gained widespread popularity.
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Alumni Spotlight: Linton Hinds (2006)
August 1st, 2023 by The Professor
Linton Hinds, class of 2006 is a DJ, videographer, historian, podcaster, teacher and more…Linton has pursued a multi-faceted career from WLOY to 47th Street to the high school classroom and is behind the expanding I Never Knew TV/Radio empire (now including t-shirts, podcasts and music production). I Never Knew focuses on conversations regarding Rastafarianism, the history of the African diaspora, and Caribbean culture through interviews and music. His YouTube channel, “I Never Knew TV” has surpassed 440,00 subscribers and 44 million views, bringing in an audience seeking to uncover untold stories of culture, food, health and a history of reggae music. Johnny Cozza ’24 had the opportunity to interview Linton about his projects, his time as a DJ for WLOY (as a student and now as teacher), and how Loyola helped direct him and his creative pursuits – although he began his career as a high school history teacher, Hinds felt that his passion needed to be explored further, prompting the creation of I Never Knew TV & Radio. Make sure to check out our interview with Linton Hinds, and listen in every Sunday 9-11am here for I Never Knew Radio:
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AOTW: FIONN – “I Might Start Smoking”
July 31st, 2023 by Liz Kosik
by Liz Kosik ’25
Album of the Week: FIONN – “I Might Start Smoking”
Released: June 2023
Rate: 9/10
RIYL: Tegan and Sara, Caroline Polachek, Beach Bunny, HAIM
The twin sister duo, FIONN, have found great success through their unique sound, relatable heartfelt lyrics, and undeniable drive. Raised within a musically driven family, Alanna and Brianne Finn-Morris have used their gifts since a young age. Taking to busking the streets at age twelve, the Vancouver natives quickly gained notoriety for their raw talent and stage presence. Releasing their first studio album in 2018, FIONN has since made their way back onto the stage after the pandemic hiatus, and has spent the last year writing and recording their new record “I Might Start Smoking.”
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SOTW: Alice Phoebe Lou – “Shelter”
July 28th, 2023 by Liz Kosik
by Liz Kosik ’25
Song of the Week: Alice Phoebe Lou – “Shelter”
Released: March 2023
Rate: 8/10
RIYL: Faye Webster, Nico, Lucy Dacus, Alvvays, Haley Heynderickx
Alice Phoebe Lou is a singer-songwriter known for her soft vocals and resonant lyrics. Born and raised in the coastal town of Kommetjie, South Africa, Alice’s love for music began at a young age. Her adventurous spirit led her to Berlin, where she found creative freedom and a community of like-minded artists. Read the rest of this entry »
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The Prime: Pop Through The Ages (Bubblegum Pop)
July 26th, 2023 by Liz Kosik
by Liz Kosik ’25
Genre: Pop
Subgenre: Bubblegum Pop
RIYL: The Archies, Natasha Bedingfield, The Monkees, Gwen Stefani
Bubblegum Pop sweetly burst onto the music scene in the late 1960s, fitting right into the colorful era we know as the 70s. The genre emerged as a rebellion against the popular rock and folk that dominated the airwaves, quickly captivating audiences of all ages. Music legends, The Archies, paved the way with their irresistible hit “Sugar, Sugar.” They were soon followed by ba ds such as The Ohio Express and 1910 Fruitgum Company, all contributing to the music we know and love. Read the rest of this entry »
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Alumni Spotlight: Jeffrey Poulos (2013)
July 22nd, 2023 by Liz Kosik
Jeffrey Poulos (Right), a class of 2013 graduate, discusses his experiences at WLOY and shares some charismatic advice for college students.
Q: Can you tell us about your show at WLOY? (name and theme, genre of music)
A: The name of our show was ‘Know Your Role’ which received its name from the famous wrestler, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, who would tell his opponents to know their role during his promotion videos before a match. I co-hosted the show with my best friend, Anthony Medina ’13 (Left in Photo), who also shares a similar passion for classic wrestling theatrics and storylines from The Rock’s era. More specifically, the show featured flashbacks of classic rock including, Black Sabbath, CCR, The Beatles, Bachman Turner Overdrive, and even lighter tunes from Cat Stevens, to Jim Croce and everything between the late 1960s through 1980s. Every show ended with either Anthony or I agreeing to tell a person, place, or thing to ‘Know Its Role’. Some examples included the weather (depending on the day), midterms/finals, and or a specific sports team. At times, we also called out slow walkers on campus and even John Devecka who never fixed the servers in time when we broke them due to the listeners we had tuned in across the world! I kid. Read the rest of this entry »
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AOTW: Mainland Break – “One Way Ticket to Midnight”
July 21st, 2023 by Liz Kosik
by Liz Kosik ’25
Album of the Week: Mainland Break – “One Way Ticket to Midnight”
Released: July 21, 2023
Rate: 7.8/10
RIYL: Yam Haus, Desert Mambas, The Thing With Feathers, Mae Mae
Mainland Break is a rising band that finds inspiration in the Jangle Pop side of Indie Rock. Their music pays homage to influential indie bands like R.E.M. and The Feelies, while infusing contemporary beats reminiscent of Australia’s Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever. Based in Denver, Colorado, the band is composed of Evan Oliver, who handles vocals, acoustic guitar, and keyboards; Kevin Kohl, contributing vocals and bass; Travis Rice, skilled in guitar and synthesizer; Ian Gassman on guitar; and Steven Hennig as the drummer. Following their initial EP release, “Short Stay,” in 2019, the band went on a hiatus. However, they are now making a comeback with the exciting announcement of their debut album, titled “One Way Ticket to Midnight.” Read the rest of this entry »
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Arts Fishing Club Interview
July 18th, 2023 by The Professor
We were thrilled to welcome our Song of the Week winners, the guys from Arts Fishing Club who stopped by on the way to their show at MilkBoy in Philadelphia! Well actually just Christopher Kessenich (lead singer/songwriter) and Chancy (lead guitar) made it to the studio as the other guys were off at Miss Shirleys loading up on food for the drive 🙂
DJ Johnny Cozza sat down with them and talked about songwriting, the Nashville scene, playing Bonnaroo, and much more.
As a bonus they played his song request “Doug’s Song” live for us. It’s in the interview so listen all the way through for a great rendition of the song. They have tour dates through at least September so try to catch them when they’re in your town!
(Apologies for the overdriven audio at the start, it gets better shortly.)
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SOTW: Cable Ties – “Time for You”
July 17th, 2023 by Liz Kosik
by Liz Kosik ’25
Song of the Week: Cable Ties – “Time for You”
Released: June 23, 2023
Rate: 9/10
RIYL: Private Function, CLAMM, Sweeping Promises, Blonde Revolver
Australia’s hottest trio, Cable Ties, is back with its newest album and ready to make a statement. Formed in 2015, Cable Ties emerged as a cornerstone of Melbourne’s feminist punk movement and by 2017 had released their self-entitled album “Cable Ties.” In March 2020, they unveiled their second album, “Fair Enough,” which claimed the coveted Best Rock/Punk Album title at the prestigious 2020 Music Victoria Award. Flashforward to 2023, Cable Ties has released its 9-track album, “All Her Plans,” addressing the trials of life and the blessings of love. Read the rest of this entry »
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