Islands In-Between: 5-Hours Inside Indonesian Music
Saturday, November 23rd, 5pm - 10pm
on
Observations of Deviance with David Mittleman
(on Give the Drummer Radio stream)
In a special 5-hour episode, host David Mittleman will showcase the music of Indonesia with rare vintage vinyl from his collection.
Drop In Presents: Wind it Up.
Saturday, November 23rd, 6pm - 7pm
on
Drop-In
(on Rock'n'Soul Radio stream)
Wind up the old Victrola and join medson for an hours worth of blues from the 1920’s 30’s and 40’s.
India guest DJs Radio Row
Sunday, November 24th, 5pm - 6pm
on
Radio Row
Weegee
Monday, November 25th, Noon - 3pm
on
Three Chord Monte with Joe Belock
Weegee emerged from the trash-rock gutter at their own pace, the slow burn of their bone-rattling riffs mirroring the band's arrival onto New York stages. Their 2023 self-released cassette '"Primitive Thrill" has been remixed and given a proper vinyl release on Dot Dash Sounds. To celebrate, the band returns to WFMU one year after blowing minds on the Spin-Age Blasters program.
Bipolar Explorer
Monday, November 25th, Noon - 3pm
on
Irene Trudel's show
(on Give the Drummer Radio stream)
With the release of their 12th album, Bipolar Explorer continues their beautiful tradition of dream-pop songs and landscapes. "Memories of the Sky" was in part inspired by a Paris exhibition of the works of Louis Janmot, and the reoccurring imagery of protective angels. Frontman Michael Wells, along with Vocalist /Keyboardist Sylvia Solanis visiting from France, recorded a gorgeous live set for Irene.
Technology we're thankful for
Monday, November 25th, 6pm - 7pm
on
Techtonic with Mark Hurst
Amidst all the headlines about predatory tech companies and misbehaving
billionaires, we're taking a moment to remember that some tech is actually good.
Drawing on listener submissions, Mark will discuss the tools, gadgets, and systemsthat people are genuinely thankful for.
Thankful for The Sonics
Wednesday, November 27th, 10pm - Midnight
on
We're Outta Sight!!! with Stu
(on Rock'n'Soul Radio stream)
A few songs of thanks and a set of Bo Diddley tracks will serve as the appetizer and dessert for this Thanksgiving Eve broadcast. The main course will be a 60th anniversary rebroadcast (in the original time-slot) of a performance by The Sonics at the Tacoma Sports Arena which aired live on KTNT radio's 'Teen Time' program on November 27th, 1964 between 10:35 and 11:00 PM.
Ask Alan - Advice on any topic from an unqualified purveyor. Call in and get your fix. (Fill-in for Bucci)
Friday, November 29th, 6pm - 7pm
on
Six Degrees with Alan
Kassa Overall Interview: Connecting Jazz & Hip Hop
Saturday, November 30th, 7pm - 10pm
on
Observations of Deviance with David Mittleman
(on Give the Drummer Radio stream)
Grammy nominated Kassa Overall is at the forefront of 21st Century Jazz. As a drummer, bandleader, composer, producer and DJ he seamlessly weaves the threads that connect experimental Jazz and Hip Hop, while remaining true to his musical mentors, e.g. Geri Allen and Billy Hart. While on tour in Tucson, Arizona, Kassa joined host David Mittleman for an exclusive interview that will highlight a 3-hour exploration of his varied discography.
Ask Alan - Advice on any topic from an unqualified purveyor. Call in and get your fix. (Fill-in for Jim the Poet)
Tuesday, December 3rd, 6pm - 7pm
on
Six Degrees with Alan
Freaky Wilderness
Wednesday, December 4th, Noon - 3pm
on
The Evan "Funk" Davies Show
Brooklyn’s Freaky Wilderness includes members of Space Merchants, whose 2018 album landed in EFD’s top 10 of that year. They bring their heavy, fuzzy sound to the WFMU airwaves just days before the release of their debut album Immeasurable Heaven. They’ll preview the album in this live set ahead of the album release show on Thursday Dec. 12 at Main Drag in Brooklyn.
Andrew Reich, Director of Born Innocent: The Redd Kross Story Saturday, December 7th, 11am - 1pm
on
Michael Shelley's show
Michael chats with Andrew Reich, director of the new documentary "Born Innocent: The
Redd Kross Story," which chronicles the 45 year journey of the band's founders,
brothers Jeff and Steven McDonald as they persevere through changing musical tastes,
record business baloney, drugs, and a kidnapping!
Nduduzo Makhathini Interview: Ancient Zulu Cosmology & Contemporary Jazz
Saturday, December 7th, 7pm - 10pm
on
Observations of Deviance with David Mittleman
(on Give the Drummer Radio stream)
Pianist, teacher, scholar, healer and PhD recipient Nduduzo Makhathini is the first musician from South Africa to be signed to Blue Note Records. His art connects ancient Zulu cosmology and contemporary creative Jazz. While on tour in Tucson, Arizona, Makhathini joined host David Mittleman for an exclusive interview that will centerpiece a three-hour survey of his spiritually based music.
Manager
Wednesday, December 11th, Noon - 3pm
on
The Evan "Funk" Davies Show
Manager is a three-piece band that’s based right here in Jersey City. They recently released a new EP, HOT-LINE (Texacobra), which showcases their hard-edged percolating indie sound that may remind the listener of Echo & The Bunnymen or Yo La Tengo. Tune in to this live session and hear for yourself!
Radio Ravioli presents: Ravioli Tourism Monthly Open Lines Extravaganza
Wednesday, December 11th, 9pm - Midnight
on
Radio Ravioli with Olivia
Adriene joins Olivia for three hours of chaos and calm. With the dials turning and the phone lines open, they’ll take live listener calls about different topics of serendipity and cosmic-connection while live-mixing music, stories, and all kinds of radio ravioli from around the world. Call in - 201-209-9368!
Yule & The Gang
Thursday, December 19th, 9pm - Midnight
on
Music To Spazz By with Dave the Spazz
Celebrate the holidays with Spazzy Claus and his very special 2024 musical guests Yule & The Gang (featuring the usual assortment of festive
knuckleheads).
Radio Ravioli presents: Ravioli Tourism Monthly Open Lines Extravaganza
Wednesday, January 8th, 2025, 9pm - Midnight
on
Radio Ravioli with Olivia
Adriene joins Olivia for three hours of chaos and calm. With the dials turning and the phone lines open, they’ll take live listener calls about different topics of serendipity and cosmic-connection while live-mixing music, stories, and all kinds of radio ravioli from around the world. Call in - 201-209-9368!
Radio Ravioli presents: Ravioli Tourism Monthly Open Lines Extravaganza
Wednesday, February 12th, 2025, 9pm - Midnight
on
Radio Ravioli with Olivia
Adriene joins Olivia for three hours of chaos and calm. With the dials turning and the phone lines open, they’ll take live listener calls about different topics of serendipity and cosmic-connection while live-mixing music, stories, and all kinds of radio ravioli from around the world. Call in - 201-209-9368!
All times listed are Jersey City time, EST.
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