Press Play: Broods

The mix between pulsating beats, smooth vocals, and enticing lyrics has been attempted by many. However, there are few that can pull it off with success. The New Zealand based duo, Broods, is one of those exceptions. While Lorde put New Zealand on the map, Broods is solidifying that it is a potential hotbed for good music. Their sound could be compared to a haunted kaleidoscope that keeps you frozen in place while the music creates a world of its own. Broods is a brother-sister duo,comprised of Caleb Nott and younger sister Georgia…continue reading →

Top Ten – February 7, 2014

Hey! Here are your top ten favorite artists featured on The Top Ten Countdown this week! Tune in every Friday at noon to hear your favorites on your only choice for true alternative music! 1. Young the Giant 2. Taylor Matthews 3. White Denim 4. The Fratellis 5. Cub Sport 6. Static Jacks 7. Chvrches 8. Jessica Hernandez 9. Bad Things 10. Syd Arthurcontinue reading →

Press Play: Bad Things

Most people know Shaun White as an Olympic gold medalist snowboarder and record holder for the X-Games. His snowboarding and skateboarding skills put him on the map and even earned him the nickname, “The Flying Tomato”. However, this past summer Shaun White and his band, Bad Things, signed to Warner Bros. Records. White plays lead guitar for the group, which also includes bassist and former Augustana member, Jared Palomar. They released their self-titled debut album on January 21, 2014. Bad Things has been categorized as a synthrock band. They caught a big break…continue reading →

Foo Fighters back in the Studio

It’s back to the studio for the "Foo Fighters” as they get ready to record their 8th album. To date, they haven’t said much about the type of album it’s going to be. Guitarist and songwriter Dave Grohl says they’re going to do something different that no one really knows about and he hope this new concept is going to take people by surprise. Grohl has hinted in previous interviews that the band is recording in a way that "no one's ever done before." Rumors that the group will hit 12 legendary studios…continue reading →

Top Ten – January 31, 2014

Hey! Here are your top ten favorite artists featured on The Top Ten Countdown this week! Tune in every Friday at noon to hear your favorites on your only choice for true alternative music! 1. Taylor Matthews 2. Cub Sport 3. Jessica Hernandez 4. Static Jacks 5. White Denim 6. The Fratellis 7. Chvrches 8. Syd Arthur 9. Ron Pope 10. St. Luciacontinue reading →

Top Ten – January 24, 2014

Hey! Here are your top ten favorite artists featured on The Top Ten Countdown this week! Tune in every Friday at noon to hear your favorites on your only choice for true alternative music! 1. Taylor Matthews 2. Chvrches 3. Cub Sport 4. Jessica Hernandez and the Deltas 5. Static Jacks 6. White Denim 7. The Fratellis 8. Gov't Mule 9. Dr. Dog 10. Syd Arthurcontinue reading →

Press Play

Ron Pope could be considered a musical renaissance man. He writes, composes, records, produces, manages, and has ignited his own career. He has released ten albums and countless singles. After all of that, he feels that his latest album called “Calling Off The Dogs” is his strongest release yet. The album follows a story of two people’s relationship from start to finish. Each song is a defining moment in the relationship, for example, “Lick My Wounds” is from the moment that they first see each other. The album continues all the way through…continue reading →

Inside RSU Radio Pt5

Get up close and personal with some of the people that make RSU Radio so incredibly fantastic! This week, Michael Robinson interviews Dr. Mary Mackie, RSU professor and host of the Rock Doctor show on 91.3FM!continue reading →