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WTYU.rocks We Tune You Up
Brian Basher Program Director, WTYU.rocks Every week, I dig through the noise to find a lucky 13 tracks worth cranking up. This week, it’s almost impossible for me to pick a winner because every song deserves to win, in my opinion, so I'll need your help more than ever. Hit play, discover something new, vote for your favorite, and then hear them on WTYU.rocks—alongside even more music in the same […]
KK Middays, 10am - 2pm, WTYU.rocks (Starting Jan. 2025) 6 Pack Tune Up - Week of November 11, 2024 Alright, here’s what’s catching my ear this week. Massive Wagons kick things off with a relentless pace that hits just right, and Miss Velvet’s voice? Total showstopper. There’s some Stonesy swagger in the mix, a bit of ’80s glam flavor, and some melodic rock that reminds me of Styx and Boston. […]
KK Law Middays, 10am - 2pm, WTYU.rocks (Starting Jan. 2025) The boss loves giving me homework—yep, even on the weekends! As always, it's a large selection of new music to dive into. Here are the six I pulled off the shelf to get tuned up on this week. Give ‘em a spin and let me know what you think—or better yet, show me your own Six Pack. You’ll catch these […]
KK Law Middays, 10am - 2pm, WTYU.rocks (Starting Jan. 2025) You know, the boss never puts bad songs on the list—just a lot of them. And while every track deserves its moment, I’m working with a six-pack budget here, so a sixer for me it is. Some weeks are easier to pare it down, but not this time. Trimming this list down was tough, but these are the songs that […]
Hey bands! Let’s talk about how we can make the magic of WTYU.rocks even more electrifying. Whether you’re an artist on the rise or an established group looking for fresh exposure, we’ve got the inside scoop to help you thrive. Spoiler alert: it’s about more than just tunes—it’s about building a rock-solid community. Let’s dive in! For Bands: How to Make the Most of WTYU.rocks Be Visible, Be Known: Fill […]
Hey rock fans! In 2025, online radio is more than just background noise—it’s the beating heart of music discovery and community. Here’s how to be the ultimate online radio listener and help the bands and stations you love thrive. For Listeners of Online Radio in 2025: What You Should Know 1. Stay Open to Discovery Online radio isn’t just for playing the hits. It’s where you find the next big […]
Building a Hard Rock Tribe: The Power of Unity in Every Scene Hard rock is alive and thriving in many places, but too often, the scene for original music is lacking. Whether it’s the Philly tri-state area, or any other city across the globe, local venues and bands are working tirelessly to bring new, original music to the stage. The challenge, however, is getting people to show up and support […]
The Promotion Paradox in a 24/7 Content World Kevin McElroy Editor, Tune Up Magazine The other day I heard Big Jay Oakerson, co-host of The Bonfire on SiriusXM, casually drop a line that’s been rattling around in my brain ever since: “I thought we were doing a radio show.” He was responding to some new directives from higher-ups, reminding him—and by extension, his crew—that they should be more mindful of […]
