luna qazi

Beloved, admired, and adored host of Wadio Show since Fall 2022, Local Music Director of WGMU 2023-2024, and General Manager 2024-2025.

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Mitski at The Beacon Theatre in New York City: Concert Recap 

Mitski at The Beacon Theatre in New York City: Concert Recap  By Alexandra Henriques   On February 23rd at the Beacon Theatre, everyone was family, as Mitski sang so beautifully in her song, “Bug Like an Angel.” There is truly no way to describe Mitski in concert, as it is such an entrancing experience. Between …

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Cris Jacobs – Concert Preview

Cris Jacobs at The Lincoln Theatre Go To This Because We Asked So Nicely – A Concert Preview  By Emily Gill Cris Jacobs is a DMV born and raised singer-songwriter labeled “The King of Baltimore rock ‘n roll”  by Baltimore Magazine. His upcoming tour will be supporting the release of his 3rd studio album, One …

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bixby and ericdoa at Union Stage: Concert Recap 

bixby and ericdoa at Union Stage: Concert Recap  By Alexandra Henriques Photographed by Alexandra Henriques On February 13th, ericdoa, alongside his opener, bixby, performed a sold-out show at Union Stage in Washington D.C. ericdoa is a 21-year-old artist who combines hyper pop, emo-rap, and alternative rock to form his impressive discography which has accumulated over …

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Growing Up and Showing Out: Interview with Local Band Flowers for the Dead

Growing Up and Showing Out: Interview with Local Band Flowers for the Dead By Kylie Arbini Photos by Cineraat – taken on 2/13/2024 at DC9 Nightclub   For the past 20 years, beloved local venue DC9 has been providing bands with an intimate platform to promote and perfect their craft. To commemorate this magnificent feat, …

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Mali Velasquez – Concert Preview

Mali Velasquez at Songbyrd  Go To This Because We Asked So Nicely – A Concert Preview  By Cecilia Ohanian Nashville-based, singer-songwriter Mali Velasquez plants herself between rows of self-reflection and healing in her 2023 debut album I’m Green. Blooming from folk and indie rock roots, songs like “Turn Red” and “Tore” candidly explore themes of grief and discomfort as …

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A Conversation with Boyscott

A Conversation with Boyscott By Amal Qazi  I sat down with frontman Scott Hermo to pick his brain about all things Boyscott.  Watch the whole interview here: https://youtu.be/oNm_8sCK5lw?si=bSwXOzfQidkDShC4 ~ Indie rock band Boyscott released their newest single “After Dark” back in August after a release hiatus of around eight years. Their one and only album, Goosebumps, was …

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North American Band Boyscott at The Lincoln Center in New York City: Concert Recap

Boyscott at The Lincoln Center in New York City: Concert Recap  By Alexandra Henriques   On January 5th, North American band Boyscott performed in the small atrium of the Lincoln Center in New York City. The performance was very intimate, with very few chairs and most people standing around the stage. It was a free …

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Album of the Week: Halos of Perception

Lisa Lerkenfeldt – Halos of Perception By Kate Trebra | Top Tracks: Limestone, Cobwebs   When thinking of abandoned structures that might rest under a city (perhaps one such as Melbourne, Australia), it’s easy to be suffocated in the silent, damp air. How does sound travel through a concrete maze in an era of rapid urbanization? …

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Album Review – JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders O.S.T.

Album Review – JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders O.S.T. By Lawson Omene & Armon Kazemi   Part 3 of “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders” features a remarkable soundtrack that plays a pivotal role in elevating the anime’s overall experience. Composed by the talented duo of Taku Iwasaki and Kenji Fujisawa, the music is a captivating …

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Future Nostalgia: Revisiting Dua Lipa’s Sophomore Album

Future Nostalgia: Revisiting Dua Lipa’s Sophomore Album By Lawson Omene & Armon Kazemi   Initial Impressions Future Nostalgia by Dua Lipa immediately makes a bold statement with its title, suggesting a fusion of futuristic soundscapes with a nod to the past. Upon the initial listen, the album feels like a vibrant journey through various eras …

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