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Fresh Pressed [new music friday] – 233
What better way to kick off a weekend than with new music? Featuring new tracks from Machine Gun Kelly, Stand Atlantic, Hot Chelle Rae, and more.
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What better way to kick off a weekend than with new music? Featuring new tracks from Machine Gun Kelly, Stand Atlantic, Hot Chelle Rae, and more.
Two friends grow apart, because of life and success, but they reconnect when one goes through a very public crisis.
Today we talk about the 22nd Black Reel Awards, concerts and movie premieres being canceled in Russia, and the life of Ralph Ahn. The 22nd Black Reel Awards idobi is proud to have been the presenting sponsor for last night’s 22nd Black Reel Awards. The celebration of Black filmmakers, actors, and creatives included presenters like Anthony Mackie and Jess Bowen, the new statuette designed by our very own Sherin Nicole, and honorees Halle Berry and Laurence Fishburne. The nominees were all powerhouses and it was a mystery going into the evening who would ultimately walk away with the award. Will… Read more »
The Nerds are back again with Modern Original! Andy and Josh join the nerds for a show full of laughs, nostalgic cannabis moments and some reflection on how cannabis has changed over the years.
Often, when we celebrate Black History Month we think about the Civil Rights leaders and activists of long ago. I remember being in elementary school and feeling like racism was a thing of the past because of the way it was taught. It would be great if we could just talk about social injustices as something that happened long ago but no longer. However, the fact that just this weekend I saw a “White Lives Matter” shirt at an event, means that people still aren’t understanding. All of February, we see quotes from Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X.… Read more »
Today we talk about Russia’s attacks on Ukraine, The Weeknd postponing an announcement he’s been teasing, and Halyna Hutchins’ husband’s interview on Today. Russia Invades Ukraine We are experiencing another defining moment in our history as Russia has officially begun to invade Ukraine. This heartbreaking action is an illegal act of war that has our world leaders discussing what to do next. Russia has reportedly sent attacks by land, air, and sea. Videos are circulating the internet of missiles lighting up the sky in Ukraine while sirens go off. As of this morning, CNN reports that Russia has officially seized… Read more »
Alicia Blue chats with us about how she got her start in music. Alicia was a well practiced poet and then one day took the leap at an open mic night, sung her lyrics to music and was shocked by the thrilling reaction of the audience. It was at that moment she took her role as singer songwriter to the next level. She talks about how she got Spotify playlisted, having her music noticed by music sync agents, getting a manager, her new music and her upcoming gig at the Troubadour performing for Fan Girl Cafe!
Today we talk about Brittney Johnson making history as Glinda the Good Witch, Coachella and Stagecoach’s decision to not require vaccinations, and the return of Teen Wolf. Brittney Johnson Makes History Brittney Johnson made history on Monday, and took the musical world by storm, by being Wicked‘s first full-time Black Glinda on Broadway. Her debut audience did not let the special moment go by without recognition by giving her a two minute standing ovation when she appeared floating on Glinda’s bubble. Johnson’s Broadway credentials stretch from Les Mis to Sunset Boulevard. This is her second time making history in this… Read more »
Basslines and Protest Signs is Brett Callwood’s column looking at the intersection of music and politics. This week talks about the Super Bowl.
The Gunz Show brings you an exclusive interview with THE HIGHER. Their first one in years as Seth from the band spills all the details on how the band started talking again, NEW MUSIC from them, and upcoming shows. Plus they revisit some of their favorite tours and moments that made them a pinnacle band with a great number of fans in the past – something they hope to continue on.
