WTSQ 88.1 FM - The Status Quo - RSS Artists - Regional WTSQ 88.1 FM - The Status Quo - RSS Artists - Regional Zend_Feed_Writer 1.21.1 (http://framework.zend.com) https://wtsq.org Abby Hamilton Sat, 02 Mar 2024 19:10:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/abby-hamilton-67 371afda97e1aef9b6b132b5849ef0e98d7bee960 If you’ve spent any time exploring Kentucky’s booming folk/rock/country scene, chances are you’ve heard somebody say, “You’ve really got to hear Abby Hamilton.” The Nicholasville singer-songwriter has garnered a reputation as a can’t-miss live performer, opening for acts like Kelsey Waldon, Valley Queen, Arlo McKinley, and Justin Wells, as well as singing at festivals including Master Musicians and On the Rails. With influences ranging from the classic country divas to Bruce Springsteen, she wins over audiences with her clever lyrics and entrancing vocals. (Full Article Here)

Location: Nicholasville, KY



]]> Arlo McKinley Sat, 02 Mar 2024 19:24:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/arlo-mckinley-68 8b454b49394f6687fed1a229e58fcf4b77f7a0a9 Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, McKinley first began singing at age eight in the choir at his family’s Baptist church. Growing up, he imbibed his Kentucky-born father’s LPs, listening to artists like Hank Williams and George Jones, as well as Bob Dylan, Otis Redding, and Van Morrison. By his teens, he was playing guitar and singing in punk bands. However, in his twenties he began writing his own songs, gravitating toward rootsy country and soul sounds, mixing it with his varied rock influences. A troubled period involving drugs waylaid his career and found him moving away from music. For several years, he drove a truck delivering tuxedos between Cincinnati and Detroit.  (Full Article Here)

Location: Cincinnati, OH





]]> Better off as Animals Sun, 25 Aug 2024 14:28:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/better-off-as-animals-86 f0fb8149807a5460e79ac37d4cf43dbbf6029294 Blending the dynamic of melodic serenity and epic soundscapes, BOAA is a WV based indie alternative Rock band formed in 2022. The three piece utilizes a range of highs and lows, aggression and calm to culminate in songs that are pleasing to the senses.

Location: Morgantown, WV

]]> Brad Goodall Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:28:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/brad-goodall-33 d63a02a65c848f07f451a0095cd0f1b3f120530d Brad Goodall is a talented artist who has made a significant impact in the music industry. With a unique blend of genres and a captivating stage presence, Goodall has garnered a loyal fan base and critical acclaim.

Hailing from a small town, Goodall's passion for music was evident from a young age. He began honing his skills by playing various instruments and experimenting with different sounds. This dedication and love for music led him to pursue a career as a solo artist... (full article here)

Location: Huntington, WV





]]> Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle Sat, 02 Mar 2024 19:36:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/buffalo-wabs-the-price-hill-hustle-69 646bc55226ad762fe5936d8a2fa1db2d02b2515b It’s hard to stay still around these boys. They’ve got that toe-tapping, knee-slapping, boot-stomping kind of sound. They get you moving and shaking. Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle—part rowdy honkytonk, part old-time pioneers—equates to a sound that sticks with your soul and leaves you singing barefoot into the starry sky. (Full Article Here)

Location: Cincinnati, OH



]]> Charlie Brown Superstar Sat, 02 Mar 2024 19:46:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/charlie-brown-superstar-70 580f14705ba112417771921eea70bd8471313ba0 Charlie Brown Superstar (Brett Fuller) is a DJ, producer, remixer, and artist from Huntington, WV. He co-produced and remixed Joyful Noise, the final installment of Tyler Childers’ most recent three-part album, “Can I Take My Hounds to Heaven?” (RCA Records), which debuted at The Official Tyler Childers Afterparty: Charlie Brown Superstar’s Joyful Noise at Reelworks in Denver, Colorado. Brett currently concentrates on what he calls Mountain Funk, an eclectic blend of jam, funk, and electronic, with elements of local flavor, which inspired the production of Joyful Noise. He has showcased his concept of Mountain Funk at festivals such as Mountain Music Fest, Brew Skies, and Kickin’ It On the Creek, and, in his hometown at the Huntington Music and Arts Festival and Funktafest.

Charlie Brown Superstar is a veteran of the West Virginia DJ scene and has played at clubs such as Gumby’s, Gyrationz, and the V Club (now known as The LOUD) since the mid-90s. He is known for playing and producing a wide range of music with a focus on Nu Disco and house. He is currently touring with Tyler Childers and The Foodstanps for the Send In The Hounds tour. (Full Article Here)

Location: Huntington, WV



]]> Corduroy Brown Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:43:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/corduroy-brown-34 85b4687b4a3de2e746136c090eb62f53d32a62d7 Corduroy Brown is a poppy, rock performer from Huntington, West Virginia. This music will move you to dance, but maybe with tears in your eyes.
Mental health struggles dominated the early history of Corduroy, and fueled the inspiration behind a lot of the songs. In February of 2021, Corduroy Brown literally died in a Morgantown West Virginia ICU... (full article here)

Location: Huntington, WV





]]> Darrin Hacquard Sat, 09 Mar 2024 19:46:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/darrin-hacquard-72 d3f5a59feaabdfb0bb1e6850f7c7d6fbbcc943f0 Darrin Hacquard writes songs that connect. He’s funny, tortured, melancholy, and joyous. Sometimes he’s all of these at once. It’s an uncanny gift for empathy. He can see characters for not just what they are, but what they hope to be. His sonic landscapes are as diverse as the lyrical subjects that populate his songs. From Old Time, to Psyche-Rock, to Country, to Spaghetti Western, Darrin builds stories in a way that only he can, and tells them with unflinching vision and kindness.  (Full Article Here)

Location: Hocking Hills, OH

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]]> EL DORODO Sat, 09 Mar 2024 19:57:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/el-dorodo-73 92bcce0b300e37cda02c3cd4f08048dac4455b1e A lot can be said about El Dorodo that hasn’t been said before.

El Dorodo is all of these things and all of these things are Country music. El Dorodo appreciates, respects and loves all types of “good” music. You may hear aspects of these different genres represented in our music. We are fans first. Our hearts lie in Country/Western/Old Time music and culture. We represent true, honest Country music to be consumed by the masses and we do so with full hearts. Our aim is to get back to the basics of love…El Dorodo is country music. (Full Article Here)

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]]> Exit Angles Sun, 25 Aug 2024 14:12:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/exit-angles-85 63ce22a8df72c1693c34c0fc5436b1e7a77a4888 Exit Angles is here and now punk ROCK, formed in Wheeling, WV, in 2021 by Jay Demko (ex singer/guitarist of the post hardcore band Lincoln) and longtime Daptone Record drummer Brian Wolfe.

Their debut album, A Sickness and a Fire, was released in March 2023 by Blind Rage Records and mixed by J. Robbins (Jawbox). Their 2nd album released in April 2024 on their label, Intentional Grounding. 
 Jay Demko - Vocals, guitar Ella Jennings - Bass, vocals Isa Hufton - Guitar Brian Wolfe - Drums

LOCATON: Wheeling, WV

]]> Flat Tracker Fri, 26 Jan 2024 12:31:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/flat-tracker-39 12c72f1153090f3ad264bb8a3b3bb2d1ea1519b9 The Huntington-based band Flat Tracker represents the straight rock and roll side of the Tri-State music scene, bringing original music and a three guitar front to the sonic table. Made up of Jeremy Daniel Roberts on vocals and guitar, Ryan Herndon on guitar, Jerad Stephens on bass, Nick Adkins on drums, and Jordan McKown on guitar, the group channels everyone from Neil Young and Crazy Horse to more punk sensibilities
(Full Article Here)

Location: Huntington, WV




]]> Fletcher's Grove Mon, 05 Feb 2024 12:34:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/fletcher-s-grove-50 8ccaef8874ac2b07f522f53afb225936bb146d50 Known for their high-energy shows, the band mixes a fierce rhythmic foundation, dual guitar solos, and an Appalachian tinged mix of genres that makes standing still nearly impossible. By focusing on musical intricacy and creating seamless improvisation, Fletcher’s Grove has captured the imaginations of thousands in the Mountain State and beyond.

Fletcher’s Grove has hit the festival season’s hard playing festivals like All Good Music Festival, Hookahville, Summer Camp Music Festival, The Werk Out Music Festival, Highland Jam, Kind Roots, Hookahnanny, Hookah in the Hills, Masquerade Ball, Camp Barefoot, WV State Fair, Mon Arts Festival, Woodlands Spring Jubilee, Live on the Levee, Recipe Family Cookout, and Halloween Masquerade Ball. (Full Article Here)



]]> Ginger Wixx Mon, 05 Feb 2024 16:46:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/ginger-wixx-56 4a9e7652d0f8aaddc756f0bb20d82b78c40ba50b Story:

Let me take you back to the beginning - 

The year was 2021 and I was 2 months away from graduating cosmetology school. And although I loved doing hair, it wasn’t enough to satisfy my desire for music. After coming to this realization, I finished the course in December of 2021 and became a caretaker in the new year. My plan was perfectly laid out. I would work part-time and pursue my career on the weekends, which at this early stage, was unpaid open mics. I soon came to a crash when the company became short-staffed and I was launched into a lead role in just 7 months. I loved this job, but I knew if I were to keep up with the new, heavy wave of young musicians from the Tri-State, I would have to resign in order to start building an audience. (Full Article Here)

Location: Huntington, WV





]]> Grace Campbell Sun, 25 Aug 2024 14:39:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/grace-campbell-87 807843da478f2e33addf89c9804ca186c5a6ee80 Hailing from West Virginia, Grace Campbell brings her unique charm to the music scene. Her captivating songwriting and magnetic personality have garnered her a dedicated fan base both locally and on social media.

Grace has transcended the Appalachian region with her music. She continues to grow her regional fanbase through live appearances, a strong social media presence, and the genuine connection she makes with her audience. Her live appearances have included working with artists such as: Kathy Mattea, Kidd G, Philip Bowen, and Kassi Valazza.

Location: Princeton, WV





]]> Hello June Mon, 05 Feb 2024 15:37:00 +0000 https://wtsq.org/artists/hello-june-53 9d89625f5ac934352752a761ee9f167426b98b44 Hello June’s songs are so emotionally open and resonant that they sometimes feel like leaps of faith. The group thrives on dissecting a feeling with a disarming, scalpel-like precision. It’s this clarifying honesty that’s garnered the band rave reviews from NPR, Paste Magazine and No Depression, among others.

Location: Morgantown, WV





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