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 22
Nick Ashooh Interview
Photo Courtesy: @NickAshooh Nick Ashooh co-hosts DMV Gametime on ESPN 980 every weekday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. He joins WGMU’s Sports Director to discuss all things Redskins after their tough loss to the Dallas Cowboys, and they look ahead to the matchup with the New York Giants. …
Sep 21
Made in the USA, Fairfax Performance this Saturday
From Fredericksburg, Virginia, Made in the USA is not your typical bar band. They are greater than the bar crowds filled with greasy food, watered down cocktails, and sweaty people. Instead, they bring the “class” in classic rock. Made in the USA is a cover band that plays classic rock ranging from Bruce Springsteen to ZZ Top to Tom Petty …
Sep 20
Todd Dybas Interview
Todd Dybas covers the Nationals and Redskins for the Washington Times. He joins WGMU’s Sports Director Cory Morgan to discuss the expectations for the Nationals in the postseason, the impact of Trea Turner, and what the Nationals will do with their starting rotation in the playoffs. Of course, you can check out his work on …
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 19
Lit&Local: The Radiographers Scheduled To Play in DC Tonight!
Joined today on DJ Jackie Reed’s show, “Jammin’ with Jackie”, was Mike Houser, guitarist and vocalist of The Radiographers. As a last minute conversation, Houser took time to speak about his band, musical influences, and information about tonight’s show at DC9. The feel good indie band formed at the University of Maryland, and has been …
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 13
Capitals Update: 2016 Prospects on Intro to the NHL
Grace Venes Sports Blogger, WGMU Tuesday September 13, 2016 By this point all of us nutso D.C. hockey fans who actually give a rat’s ass about the intricate inner workings of the NHL will know about the up-and-comers that this past summer’s Development Camp produced. The 2016 Draft brought several new names to the Kettler …
Sep 08
The Plugs w/ Luis Boa Morte, Arsenal FC Scout
Luis is not only an Arsenal scout, but also a youth coach for Sporting CP in Portugal. Luis Boa Morte is a former professional soccer player, who played for Premier League teams such as Arsenal, Southampton, Fulham, & West Ham United. Boa Morte was also a Portuguese International from 2001-2009, played alongside Cristiano Ronaldo. We …