Kings of Leon have been around now for quite a while. Their debut album was released all the way back in 2003 when rock music was popular and able to reach pop radio stations. Many radio stations and magazines said they were like the Southern Strokes due to their melodies that could fit perfectly on …
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Oct 25
Best of The Nice Guys: Trick or Treating
Cory went trick or treating one time in high school. Matt expressed his strong disdain for Cory’s actions. An argument ensues… Is it OK to go trick or treating in high school? Let us know what you think @WGMU on Twitter. Be sure to tune in to the Nice Guys every Wednesday evening from 5:30-6:30 …
Oct 18
Lit&Local: Transviolet on Tour, Changing the Meaning of Pop
L.A. based band Transviolet is one indie ensemble that is taking the pop revolution by storm. No less than amateur, their upbeat Cali-style classics, mixed with their dark demeanor, is an updated collection up against seemingly alliterated sounds of pop, Top 40 “hits”. Now on tour alongside LANY, coasting through the East Coast, The Kinda Tour connects viewers …
Sep 29
FLOTUS at GMU: WGMU Coverage
Listen to WGMU’s coverage of Michelle Obama’s speech at the rally for Hillary Clinton, at George Mason University. Including interviews from the crowd and highlights from the speech. “These events offer great value to our community,” said Paul Liberty, vice president of government and community relations for Mason. “It’s an honor to have the first lady …
Sep 26
Lit&Local: Nemes Live Acoustic Performance, Talks about Touring
Boston Band Nemes (pronounced knee-miss) joins Local Music Director Jackie Reed in the live on-air studio to talk about their tour throughout the East Coast, reminiscing about last night’s show at the Camel in Richmond. Since 2008, Nemes has experimented with the genre of indie and folk rock in creating a sound that sets them apart …
Sep 19
Glass Animals @ Echostage 9/25
Hailing from Oxford, England, Glass Animals are a psychedelic meets alternative meets indie rock band but they would happily tell you that they’re genre-less. Following their breakout success of their debut full length Zaba in 2014, the group released How to Be a Human Being August 26th earlier this year. The new album has a clear …
Sep 16
Lit&Local: ErinleBeats’ Release of New EP “Beat EP Vol. I”
David Erinle (his stage name, ErinleBeats) is a producer from Maryland who strives to become the new face of hip hop. His new EP, “Beat EP Vol. I”, was released last week, and it features a collection of songs reflective of his unique style and musical passion. The EP is a rendition of beats inspired by producers like Kanye West, Travis …
Sep 06
Brad Jones (The Cinema Snob) Interview
Brad Jones is the creator of several popular web series such as The Cinema Snob where he plays a very snobby critic who reviews exploitation movies of all sorts, Midnight Screenings, and Brad Tries… As well as movies like Paranoia, Cheap, Midnight Heat, and The Hooker With a Heart of Gold. He joins WGMU’s Sports Director …
Aug 30
The Plugs w/ Duane Simpkins
Duane Simpkins is the Assistant Head Coach for the GMU men’s basketball team. The Patriots men’s basketball team finished with a 11W-21L record last year in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Becker talked to Coach Simpkins about expectations heading into the upcoming basketball season, Coach Paulsen’s contract extension, the secret to recruiting, and leadership on the team. Coach …
Aug 24
The Plugs w/ Bill Rohland
Bill Rohland is also a sports radio host at DC’s 106.7 the Fan. Bill joined us for our entire show! We first started locally, with GMU men’s basketball’s upcoming season, Coach Paulsen’s contact extension, & reminiscing on the 10 yr. anniversary of the Patriots 2006 Final Four run. We also asked Bill to reveal some secrets …