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In this episode of The Saw’s Electric Chair, The Saw did a phone call interview with Andreas Kisser, the guitarist for Sepultura! They talked about Andreas’ upbringing in metal, learning how to play the guitar, past and future tours, and the band’s new record, Quadra, which will be released on Feb. 7.
WKNC’s Underground genre is looking for new music to be added to the regular rotation! Send songs or playlists with your fav underground rap music and I’ll review it and (possibly) add!
—cellar door xx
DJ Beowvlf sits down with King Gino to discuss his development as an artist and participation in the collective that is Callisto Records. Independent creators and musical collaborators also participated in this interview that are similarly part of Callisto Records.
In preparation for WKNC’s Double Barrel Benefit 17 on Feb. 7 and 8, DJ Beowvlf talks with station adviser Jamie Lynn Gilbert about the history of DBB and Gilbert shares some of her favorite DBB memories.
The Local Beat: Thirsty Curses
DJ Beowvlf is live with Thirsty Curses in the studio playing some tracks off their self-titled album. The cover topics such as their music videos, transitions as a band, & where they fit within the Raleigh music scene.
For more on Thirsty Curses’ new album, check out our review from Assistant Daytime Music Director Safia Rizwan.
Well… sort of. As far as we know right now this is just one reunion tour. Don’t get me wrong though this is not underwhelming news at all. For anyone who’s been following the band for some time now, and knows how much this has been rumored over the years, it’s awesome to see it actually become a reality. I really didn’t think it would happen after like the 4th false claim, but I’m happy to be proven wrong.
After being reminded about one of my old favorite bands again I’ve caught myself listening to a lot of MCR in the gym (and on the way to class, and before bed, and while I showered, and basically anytime I put my headphones on) you know, as one does. I have to admit, and I’m really not ashamed to since this reunion is proof I’m not the only my chem fan still out there, that I was a huge fan in high school and still am. They’re still my #1 lifetime artist on Spotify.
The other day I was thinking about who my chem fans are now. I think a lot of us who listened to this band now are definitely not the people we were when we started listening to them. Cause you know, growing up is a thing, sadly. so I think it’ll be pretty cool to see a crowd of vastly different people attending this tour.
Some of my friends who were huge My Chem fans are not into pop, electronic, metal, indie, hip-hop, rap, etc., really what I’m saying is you never know who was once a my chem fan. I think that will definitely make this reunion tour a pretty cool one, and I’m really excited to see if they’re planning to make any new music together.
Are you excited for the My Chem reunion tour? Because I’m already saving for my ticket…
– DJ Psyched
Sometimes I spend more time making study playlists then I actually spend studying, so I decided to make this blog post so that you won’t have to do that. I’ve tried just about everything from alpha waves, white noise to the lo-fi streaming video on youtube that’s become incredibly famous, so I figured I’d list my top study music choices so you can find what works best for you
Star Wars Soundtracks : As a huge Star Wars fan this has always been a favorite of mine to study to. It can be a little distracting when super popular themes come up but for the most part it blends pretty well into the background and just sounds like the epic orchestra scores that they really are. Any soundtrack without vocals could probably work here too.
EDM music to study to : There’s a surprising amount of playlists with this title but they all work pretty well, if you’re more into electronic/edm type music this might be a good option for you. I prefer anything without vocals really so I often switch between all of these to keep myself from getting bored, but this one really stands out for keeping you from falling asleep. Studying makes me sleepy, so it’s a bonus that this playlist usually keeps my brain awake long enough to actually focus on something.
Alpha Waves : This is for sure my go to ‘grind time prime time’ music. Something about it just really makes me get into the zone, probably because it’s the one playlist that I wouldn’t ever listen to unless I was studying. It’s relaxing and the playlist I use from spotify really hasn’t gotten old yet so I definitely think it’s worth trying.
Lo-Fi Hip Hop Beats to Study to : I feel like just about everyone has tried this so there must be something to it. I listen to it all the time and honestly it’s about the same realm as edm studying, just a matter of preference. Some of the songs are more upbeat and some are more chill, I think the variety keeps it from getting old.
White Noise : Technically not music I guess but some people like it, I am not a huge fan so that’s all I really got there.
No matter what you choose to study I’ve been told that what really makes studying music successful is that you ONLY listen to that specific music while studying, that way your mind knows it’s time to study and doesn’t try to relax. Variety works for me too, I switch between all of these pretty regularly to keep things interesting. So what’s your favorite music to listen to while studying?
– DJ Psyched
The Local Beat-Flood District
DJ Beowvlf interviews Flood District, plays some of their tunes, and premiers some new stuff from their new EP!
Last Sunday, while rapper, CupcakKe was on her “10k Tour,” she posted a live video saying she’s quitting the music industry. On her live, CupcakKe sits on her bed in her hotel talking about her career up until then, she says that she’s “letting go” of music. CupcakKe is very well known for her sexually explicit lyrics and vulgar language, but that’s where a lot of her appeal comes in. In the live video CupcakKe states, at my “all age shows,” “I feel as though I’m corrupting them with my songs.” She also tearfully admits to a gambling addiction that cost her $700,000 and got her involved with bad people. CupcakKe is an artist who is truly honest and caring about her listeners; she’s been known to offer housing and safety for a number of her LGBT fans. As she cries, wrapped up in a blanket, listing all of her past faults to her fans and giving up music because of them, you have to wonder what it’s like to be under the pressure of the music industry while still trying to be true to yourself and your art.
-cellar door XxX
The Local Beat: Goddamn Wolves
Dj Beowvlf sits down with Goddamn Wolves as they play songs off their latest album, talk about their music journey and more! tune in for a great edition of The Local Beat.