WPNR Top 30 Charts!

 WPNR's Top 30 Chart for the week of December 6th- December 13th!

#                Artist                             Album                                                

1        SHE AND HIM                   A Very She And Him Christmas    

2        GIVERS                            In Light                                    

3        GASLIGHT ANTHEM         The Itunes Session                 

4        BLACK KEYS                   El Camino                              

5        SLEEPER AGENT              Celabrasion                            

6        ROYAL BANGS                 Flux Outside                             

7        COLOR PHARMACY           Texatonka                              

8        JOSHUA RADIN                The Rock And The Tide

9        NEON INDIAN                   Era Extrana                             

10      POISON OAKS                  Pine                                       

11      WILD FLAG                      Wild Flag                              

12      FOUR YEAR STRONG        In Some Way Shape Or Form

13      HURRICANE BELLS           Tides And Tales                      

14      THIS TIME NEXT YEAR      Drop Out Of Life                       

15      HORRIBLE CROWES          Elsie                                      

16      NEW FOUND GLORY         Radiosurgery                         

17      ANDY SHAW BAND           Own Resolve

18      MANDALA                        The Visitation                        

19      LA DISPUTE                     Wildlife                                

20     ASHTAR COMMAND          American Sunshine                 

21      GIRL IN A COMA              Exits And All The Rest             

22      SAVES THE DAY               Daybreak                                

23      CLOSE YOUR EYES           Empty Hands And Heavy Hearts        

24      BROWN SHOE                  The Gift Horse                        

25      GUINEAFOWL                  Hello Anxiety                      

26      YAEL MEYER                    Everything Will Be Alright         

27      BASSNECTAR                   Divergent Spectrum               

28      THIS TOWN NEEDS GUNS Adventure, Stamina And Anger

29      POLAR BEAR CLUB           Clash Battle Guilt Pride          

30      INTO IT. OVER IT.            Proper                                  

The Audiophile

Hey Guys!

It's Ashley here with the last  Audiophile of the semester Fall 2011 semester. I'm sure everyone is as excited as I am for the winter holidays, and hopefully by the end of this blog you'll have some new albums, and maybe some concert tickets to add to your Christmas wish list.

Albums

The Black Keys are releasing their latest album El Camino on Wednesday, December 8! Personally, I cannot wait to hear this album. Lonely Boy was the first song I heard, and I was sold. It has a sleezy rock feel that really can't be mimicked. You can preview five of their new songs here if you provide your e-mail address. Check it out!

I definitely suggest that you give Audra Mae and the Almighty Sound's Audra Mae and the Almighty Sound EP a listen. Her souldul voice and amazing lyrics are sure to melt your heart. She sure doesn't mess around. The album is currently available on iTunes and in stores.


Shows
Northern Lights:
December 9 - Between the Buried and Me
December 27- Badfish-A Tribute to Sublime
Valentines:
December 14- Street Dogs

That's it for today's Audiophile. I'll be back next semester, so be sure to like us on facebook and follow us on twitter so I can let you know when "The Hipster 100" will be back next semester. Everyone have a great winter break!

-Ashley

Hey Guys! Instead of an indie update this week I decided I'm going to give you a Christmas music update, besides 'tis the season.

The Killers came out with a great Christmas album that is now available on iTunes, it's called (RED) Christmas, it is a great album AND all proceeds are being donated to the Global Fund. The album features six original songs only The Killers could write. The most popular song on the album is "The Cowboy's Christmas Ball", which to me doesn't really sound like much of a Christmas song, but it is still a good song nonetheless. My favorite song on the album is "A Great Big Sled", the combination of The Killers sound and the Christmas feel is awesome.

Michael Buble never disappoints but his new album Christmas is amazing. His incredible voice singing Christmas songs really gets you into the holiday spirit. The album features classics such as "Santa Clause is Coming to Town", "Jingle Bells", "Santa Baby" and "Silent Night".

As much as I hate to say it the Glee Cast Christmas album is really good. Again, it features all the classic Christmas songs but they put an upbeat twist on it and make it hard not to sing along. It is called The Christmas Album Volume Two, and it is available on iTunes!

The album to stay away from this holiday season is obviously the Justin Beber Christmas album. It is way too poppy for my liking and simply doesn't feel like Christmas music. His weak attempt to make a good Christmas album may fool the twelve-year-olds but it won't fool me!

WPNR Mosh Pit!

Sup all, Zach here with your hardcore and metal news!

Sad day in the world of post hardcore as Thursday has decided to call it quits.  The band of course was a huge contender in the underground music scene for years, influencing many post hardcore bands of today.  What gets even worse is the news that Thrice has gone on a hiatus.  The band has announced that they will continue to make music but they will no longer be a touring band.  Both of these bands played a huge influence on my music tastes when I was growing up, so it's pretty hard to see them go. Timeless stuff though, no doubt kids will still be jamming to records from both bands for years to come.

After reading that heart breaking news, I bet you could use a few laughs. So here's a joke: Emmure. That one gets me every time. The band has just announced they're working on their newest full length. How they're going to top "Speaker of the Dead" is beyond me, as it's probably one of the best- Ok I can't even type that with a straight face.

That's about all I have for this week. Tune in to WPNR 90.7FM for the semester's final broadcast of "Pop Punk Erotica" with Zach and Vikki Monday at 4, and "The Moose Mosh" Wednesday at 6! Never fear, both shows will be back next semester!


Till next week. Mosh hard!

Fly Music Blog

this week in the world of music for all of you J.LO fans she coming out with a greatest hits album that will include all of her popular songs from her 1999 album till now.

YO! MTV RAPS IS MAKING A RETURN DECEMBER 4th. YO MTV RAPS was a show in the late 80s and early 90s that mad hip hop big. before YO MTV RAPS MTV would play majority of rock. YO MTV RAPS gave spotlight to the up and coming hip hop artist.



Red Hot Chilli Peppers have announced there U.S tour

» January 25 - Charlotte, NC @ Time Warner Cable Arena
» January 27 - Raleigh, NC @ RBC Center
» January 28 - Columbia, SC @ Colonial Life Arena
» January 30 - Duluth, GA @ Gwinnett Arena
» January 31 - Greensboro, NC @ Greensboro Coliseum
» February 3 - Memphis, TN @ FedEx Forum

Remember wednesdays 8-10 listen to DJ Dirty Harry on air with DJ Stax

The Audiophile

What's up guys and gals?

Its Ashley here with your weekly Active Rock/Alternative update. Being a super hipster, of course I thought I should let you guys know about  Put the Needle on the Record, a new book by Matthew Chojnacki that tells the stories of vinyl sleeve art in the 1980s. The book contains pictures of sleeve art followed by a commentary from designers, photographers, and the bands themselves. Although the 80s may have quite possibly been the worst time for music, it should still be interesting.

State faults, formerly known as Brother Bear just released a brand new song called "Arrowhead" of their album that drops early next year, Desolate Peaks. I gave it a listen and got really excited when the opening chord struck, but when I heard the unbelievably shrill voice of their singer I was completely let down. The whole time I listened I just wanted to strip the song of the vocals and replace them with someone better. I'll link you to a free download of the song here anyway, since everyone's taste is different.

Placeholder, formerly known as Coastal just released a single "Give Up" off of their album Nothing is Pure which will be released on December 20. I'm not exactly sure who to compare them to, but I really enjoyed the song I got to hear, and I definitely encourage you to check it out. Let me just say I can't wait to hear this album.  Now I think i'll feed you some newly released albums if you still have room after Thanksgiving.

Albums 
Gallows' Death is Birth EP drops on December 5, and although the album is less than eight minutes from start to finish, it will, to say the least, rip you a new one. This is the band's first new release since their former singer Frank Carter left the band. I gave the song "True Colours" a listen, and I must say I respected the fact that former Alexisonfire guitarist, and current Gallows frontman Wade Macneil doesn't try to be Frank, but still does a great job of filling the shoes he was left with.

Shows
There isn't much going on this week in our area, but be sure to check out My Morning Jacket on Wednesday, November 30, on Jimmy Kimmel Live!


That's all I have for today, but be sure to tune in to The Hipster 100 on Tuesday and Thursday at 10 for more of your favorite Alternative music.


See you next week!

The Audiophile

Whats up guys?

It's Ashley here with your active rock/alternative update!Today, I thought I'd start you guys off with a little musical teaser. The Mighty Mighty Bosstones just released an in studio video during the making of their new album The Magic Youth which will be released on December 6. Be sure to put it on your Christmas list, because from what I've heard on the video alone, it sounds like its going to be a great record. You can check out the video here.

Albums
Thomas Kalnoky of Streetlight Manifesto just released a new album Streetlight Lullabies under his side project's street name Toh Kay. I was a bit shocked when I first heard it, only because it completely reverses the upbeat melodic ska sound of Streetlight Manifesto. He replaces horns, sax, drums and hard skanking with his voice and an acoustic, and serenades you with a quiet croon, and dark lyrics. Don't get me wrong, its great music to relax to, but I'm definitely partial to Streetlight.

Listening to the new Post Teens album Post Teens EP was like striking a gold mine. They are the closest i've heard a band come to reviving the old-school punk sound, and I was impressed to say the least. You'll get through the album quite fast, but with hard hitting tracks like When I'm Wasted, it will leave you wanting more.

We are the Union just released a four track EP titled Graveyard Grins Ep which proved that the old "You can't judge a book by it's cover, but you can an album" assumption may not always be accurate. I was pleasantly surprised after being a bit uneasy after seeing the corny cover, but these guys actually have it together. It isn't my usual cup of tea, but since this is an active rock blog, i'll let you guys know anyway. They're classified as ska-punk, but I would compare them to a watered down version of A Day To Remember. You can stream the album for free here, and I'll leave it up to you to decide what you think of it.

Shows
 Since everyone is most likely going home this week for Thanksgiving, I though i'd let you know that Gallows will be in New York City on Tuesday, November 22. I realize it's probably a little too late, but they deserve to be mentioned (with or without Frank) especially for you city people. Also, The Ready Set will be in Clifton Park on the 23rd.

Thats about all I have for today. I'll post again sometime early next week, but until then tune into my show, The Hipster 100 on Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving. See you next week!

Angie's Gossip Gigabyte

Hey you little saucy  meatballs :)

Be sure to tune into another fun filled Pasta Bowl on 90.7 fm at 5pm :)
Heres an update of what all your favorite stars have been up to this week........

The new video for Beyonce's song "End of Time"
After a clip of a very young Beyoncé thanking the judges in a talent show, the singer stands center stage and belts out the lush, inspirational ballad over a montage of home videos from her childhood, through her rise with Destiny's Child and into solo superstardom. And, oh yeah, a blink-and-you-miss-it shot even includes a peek at the voluminous white wedding gown she wore at her very private wedding to Jigga, not to mention some silly footage of Queen B getting her Slip 'n Slide on.

Bieber News
Earlier this week Bieber did an interview on an early morning talk show discussing everything from his early crush on Selena to the crazy law suit against him. Bieber states
"Right now, I'm focusing on my album and the music and the [Pencils of Promise] charity we're doing, and just being positive because Christmastime is a time for joy and happiness, so that's what I'm thinking," Bieber told Elvis Duran and crew. "And as far as the whole baby situation, it's unfortunate that it had to happen like that. People make false accusations, but things happen in this industry and you have to keep your head high and be positive."

Drake is making “Headlines” with projections that his album sales will bump Mac Miller from the prized #1 spot on the music charts. Take Care is currently predicted to sell between 675,000 and 725,000 its its first week, putting Drake in the running for the third best first-week sales of 2011. The Young Money rapper is competing with Lady Gaga’s Born This Way, which sold 1.1 million copies in its first week and, of course, Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter IV which almost reached a million.


xoxo Angie

Hey guys! Here is this weeks indie update brought to you by the one and only Becky. 

I listened to Givers for the first time the other day, and I absolutely fell in love with their new album In Light. The first song on the album "Up Up Up" is a great upbeat way to start, and a great way to lead into their next song "Meantime", another upbeat happy song. "Saw You First" shows their softer side, and sounds a little like Vampire Weekend. The album as a whole is really awesome, and a great listen to anytime kind of music.

I had never heard of the band Royal Bangs until this past week when I listened to their album Flux Outside. The album has a really awesome upbeat indie feel, and the lead singer has an amazing and unique voice. It is defiantly a little difficult to get into at first but I recommend giving it a shot.

In not so indie news, Say Anything joined Equal Vision Records and are now recording a new album that will be released in early 2012! I am pumped, and I am sure they will not disappoint.

To hear more indie and not so indie news, tune in to my show every Wednesday at 2 and 5!

WPNR Mosh Pit!

Sup ladies and germs? Here's this week's hardcore and metal news!

Gallows new EP is set for release! This is of course their first release since original vocalist Frank Carter left the band.  Frank's spot was filled by ex Alexisonfire (RIP) member Wade MacNeil.  Personally I'm very excited to see what Gallows does for this new record.  I have no doubt that Wade will fill Frank's shoes to the best of his ability, of course it's not easy to replace a vocalist as iconic as Frank Carter. I'm hoping though that he won't try to hard to "be Frank" if I were Wade and the band, I would try and develop not a totally new sound, but something a little different while still keeping Gallows roots.
You can snag the EP December 13th!

Attack! Attack! has also released details on what is going to be their full third length.  And of course with any new Attack! Attack! record, it comes with a vocal change.  Caleb will be doing all the vocals- clean and screams after losing their guitarist and vocalist Johnny Franck.  The album "This Means War" is set to drop January 17th.





Don't forget to tune in to the Moose Mosh every Wednesday at 6!

Until next week. Mosh hard

WPNR Top 30 Charts!

November 15- November 22


#      Artist                                Album                        Label 

1 GASLIGHT ANTHEM      The Itunes Session SideOne Dummy
2 COLOR PHARMACY      Texatonka                 Self-Released
3 BLACK KEYS       "Lonely Boy" [single] Nonesuch
4 WILD FLAG                     Wild Flag                         Merge
5 NEON INDIAN              Era Extrana                 Mom And Pop
6 HURRICANE BELLS      Tides And Tales          Invisible Brigades
7 NEW FOUND GLORY      Radiosurgery          Epitaph
8 MANDALA                      The Visitation          Self-Released
9 THIS TIME NEXT YEAR Drop Out Of Life  Equal Vision
10 LA DISPUTE                         Wildlife                 No Sleep
11 HORRIBLE CROWES         Elsie                         SideOneDummy
12 ASHTAR COMMAND American Sunshine       Obey
13 FOUR YEAR STRONG "Just Drive" [Single]
14 GUINEAFOWL                 Hello Anxiety             Dangerbird
15 GIRL IN A COMA         Exits And All The Rest   Blackheart
16 BROWN SHOE                 The Gift Horse      Self-Released
17 YAEL MEYER                 Everything Will Be Alright       Kli
18 SAVES THE DAY         Daybreak             Razor And Tie
19 POLAR BEAR CLUB         Clash Battle Guilt Pride  Bridge Nine
20 POISON OAKS                 Pine                               Self-Released
21 KASABIAN                         Velociraptor!                            RCA
22 THIS TOWN NEEDS GUNS Adventure, Stamina And Anger
23 WASHED OUT                 Within And Without       Sub Pop
24 CLOSE YOUR EYES         Empty Hands And Heavy Hearts
25 CHUCK RAGAN                 Covering Ground   SideOneDummy
26 OH MERCY                         Great Barrier Grief          Casadeldisco
27 TOUCHé AMORé            Parting The Sea Between Brightness And Me
28 INTO IT. OVER IT.         Proper                                No Sleep
29 BASSNECTAR                 Divergent Spectrum      Amorphous
30 PORTUGAL. THE MAN In The Mountain In The Cloud