The Smashing Pumpkins Epic Return Music Blogs by 957thespin - September 29, 2022September 29, 20220 The Smashing Pumpkins will be blessing us all with one new song a week from their three-part rock opera record until Spring 2023! For the past four years, The Smashing Pumpkins have been planning their biggest record drop ever. Their forthcoming album that is set to be released in November is act 1 of 3. This record is called ATUM, pronounced like the season, autumn. ATUM serves as a sequel to the band’s infamous double records Mellon Collie and The Infinite Sadness. Each act contains 11 tracks, and they will be chronologically released 11 weeks after one another. Act 1 is out on November 15th, act 2 on January 31, 2023, and act 3 is released April 21, 2023. When
Local Music Spotlight: The Strangers Music Blogs by 957thespin - March 23, 2022March 23, 20220 The Strangers are a four-piece band from Southern Indiana. The station will be debuting their Blues and Folk-rock music to the station with their tracks “Dead and Dazed”, “Electric Love”, “Fear Your Lies”, “Goon” and “Sweet Holly”. Their music is reminiscent of a time past, emulating the greats of Led Zeppelin, Audio Slave, and Soundgarden. The band is made up of Lucas Washington on lead vocals, Rylan Cox on guitar, Kadin Rea on bass, and Teelin Atteberry on drums. In April of 2021, the band received the devastating news of their drummer passing away from an accidental overdose. Noah passed away during the midst of a string of shows and before recording their first album that the station will be debuting. After
Local Music Spotlight- Maewyn Music Blogs by 957thespin - January 28, 2022January 31, 20220 Maewyn is a 5 piece band hailing from Murray Kentucky. Their music has taken hold of so many across the tri-state area with their hardcore, shoegaze, and emo influences. These genres combined into one sound seems like it would be a modge podge of confusion, but it instead creates one of the most unique soundscapes that our local area has to offer. The Local Show will be debuting five of their songs to the station on January 28th: Choke, Carry, Itch, Violet, and I’m giving because I can. The themes of these songs play with a variety of struggles and insecurities, which lends to their emo and hardcore influences. The song Choke “is about seasonal depression; associating the routine cold of winter
Let’s Talk About Travis Barker Music Blogs by 957thespin - October 26, 2021October 26, 20210 Journalist 2nd Class Denny Lester, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons, Resized Image If you haven’t heard yet, Travis Barker is getting married. Now, I don’t really care about the marriage specifically but it has gotten me thinking about all of the things that Travis Barker has contributed to the music world. Firstly, he was the drummer for Blink-182, which is undoubtedly important to alternative music. Blink-182 is an alternative staple. However, he has been doing so much more in the music world than just that. He’s collaborated with many pretty big musical stars including Flo Rida, P!nk, Wiz Khalifa, and Avril Lavigne. But it’s not just big celebrities that Travis Barker has worked with and released music with. Travis Barker has been
Local Band Spotlight: PanicRoom Music Blogs by 957thespin - October 1, 2021October 15, 20210 The premiere of Damsel Brew Pub as a music venue, debuted the dark and vibey sounds of PanicRoom. The Evansville-based band is made up of Aaron Lane on Vocals, Tony Blondin on Guitar, Aaron Travis on Guitar, Logan Owen on Bass, and Eddie Goebel on Drums. Their set was composed of 5 continuous songs, with dark and choreographed noise in between each number. “I personally don't like dead air during a band's set,” remarked Owen, “the way we use feedback, effects pedals, and haunting drums in between songs keeps the momentum going throughout our set and builds up some anxiety among the crowd.” The music during PanicRoom's quick set built the atmosphere that is reflective of their name: Pure anxiety, chaos,
A Platform For Change: Alternative Musicians Make a Difference Music Blogs by 957thespin - October 1, 2021October 1, 20210 95.7 The Spin takes a look at how some of your favorite Alternative artists are making change in the industry.
The Return of Legacy Alt Bands Music Blogs by 957thespin - June 30, 2021June 30, 20210 In the past couple of months, we have seen many of our favorite legacy alternative bands, bands that defined alternative and altered the sound of the genre, making a come-back. Bands like The Black Keys, Green Day, Modest Mouse, Manchester Orchestra, Bleachers, and Offspring have started to release new music again after a sizable break from the public. With so many of our old favorites returning to their roots, what do these returns mean for the future of alternative music? The sound of alt has clearly changed over the years. With these shifts came new listeners, a bigger alternative following. The real test will be whether these bands will be able to succeed with their old sound, or if they will
Summer Alternative Playlist Music Blogs by 957thespin - May 5, 2021May 5, 20210 Summer is a time for relaxation, fun, and freedom. Obviously, we here at 95.7 The Spin also think that summer is an amazing time for great music! What better way to celebrate the end of the semester and beginning of summer than with a summer playlist. In collaboration with our DJ’s, management team, and even our General Manager, I believe I have put together a fantastic playlist that embodies the spirit of summer! From some station favorites to personal favorites of our team, this awesome playlist has been put together just for you! So, go for a drive, roll down the windows and enjoy the 95.7 The Spin Summer Playlist! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLr0cUAQUG1BnYMJQPY8tLbjoMPHFuYAYa Have a fantastic summer! By Terra Elizabeth
Up-and-Coming Artists in Alternative Music Blogs by 957thespin - April 9, 2021April 9, 20210 Mothé If you’re looking for a fantastic and fun new artist to listen to, this awesome artist is who I’d recommend! Currently, he’s one of my favorite artists. His music is upbeat and the perfect pump-up music to listen to wherever you are! He’s just at the start of his music career, but I, for one, am excited about the places that he’s going! Click here if you’re looking for fantastic new music from Mothé or tune into 95.7 The Spin to hear his music! Arlo Parks Arlo Parks entered the scene just as the pandemic hit and lockdowns started but she hasn’t let that stop her from making an impact on Alternative music! Her music is upbeat and mellow- perfect for studying, working,
Women in Alternative Music Music Blogs by 957thespin - March 11, 2021March 11, 20210 March is Women’s History Month! Although they are largely unrepresented in alternative radio, there are many fantastic female artists in alternative music. Here’s a list of some of my favorite female artists and female-fronted bands! Phoebe Bridgers Ever since her debut album, Bridgers has taken over the Alt and Indie scene with her ghostly and nostalgic style of music that was only improved on by her breakthrough sophomore album. What makes Phoebe so enjoyable, for me at least, is that you can truly tell that she genuinely enjoys making music and is dedicated to making projects that she is proud of, which can be seen from her various supergroups she is a part of. Although her time