COMMUNITY

“In 2019 SiriusXM opened up its new Los Angeles studios and I jumped on the opportunity to move to LA from DC. Once in LA, I became the assigned Assistant Music Programmer for SiriusXMU and The Loft – two of my favorite channels on the platform – and in that position I was mentored in programming strategy and philosophy by Chris Muckley, a radio legend in his own right. After a few years of mentorship and Assistant Programming I became a Program Director and took over programming The Loft.”

“WRRG is celebrating its 50th Anniversary on the air this month. Our DJs will be playing music across the decades. We have a celebratory event on our actual anniversary, 4/28. The President of the college will speak, along with myself and 3 WRRG DJs who went on to have careers in radio. We will also unveil our new logo and give tours of the station.”

“SXSW is a huge opportunity for those interested in the music industry in general, we have an official music showcase on 3/13 at Rozcos, and we are the media sponsor for a poetry night, and will be involved in a few more ways such as partnering with the Downtown Austin Alliance, doing interviews, and supporting/amplifying our local artists wherever possible!”

“…we have the freedom to champion artists early and support them throughout their journey as they go from obscure infancy to drawing out a passionate fanbase, both in Seattle and around the world. Radio matters in its ability to be early, enthusiastic cheerleaders for artists and bands, and help build awareness and community around them. As a trusted source for exciting new music, I think KEXP has done this for countless bands.”

Programmer of the Month: Lindsay Kimball The Current, Minnesota Public Radio   thecurrent.orgHow did you first hear about The Current (KCMP)? How long have you been involved there and when did you become PD? The Current launched in late January of 2005. I was studying...

“Part of the job as an MD should be handling that balancing act of featuring the artists of the moment, but also providing opportunities and airtime for up-and-coming talents that excite you and are just as worthy of your listener’s attention.”

“Quannnic is a new favorite of mine, they make such awesome music. The sounds and vibes are just immaculate. I was introduced to them last year through MD contacts. Highly reccomend their 2023 release Stepdream.”

“Fcukers are a recently discovered artist for me! Everything they’ve released is phenomenal, especially the song “I Don’t Wanna,” it’s the only modern song that has scratched the Portishead itch in my brain.”