Aside from being an occasional radio show host, I’ve always fancied myself a bit of an archivist. Some will say hoarder, but I’ll keep saying archivist. I attended the Last Place on Earth auction in Superior last weekend hoping to find some local treasures. I’m mostly a music and clothes collector so I was excited to see there was plenty of both.
From the archives. Were you in attendance? Also, does anyone know where/what Samahdi Sound was in Ashland?
I’m happy to say that I’ve been given the chance to share some Duluth music with a much wider audience than can hear my current radio program on KUWS. (And by “Duluth music” I mean everything from the Iron Range to the South Shore.)
The show will air on the Local Current stream on Wednesdays (starting tomorrow, March 27) at noon and will be rebroadcast on Thursdays at 11 p.m. and Saturdays at 6 p.m.
In order to put on the best local show I can – I’m gonna need your music if you’re in a band. We’ve got some 180+ acts playing Homegrown this year alone and I can tell you that I don’t have recordings from more than half of them. This is a call to bands from the region to send me your CDs/vinyls and/or high-quality digital downloads for me to potentially play on the Duluth Local Show.
The brilliant John Mark Nelson has been in high rotation on the Dean’s List on KUWS! Mr. Nelson wanted to share his thanks by giving a lucky listener a chance to win a copy of his album, t-shirt, and some stickers. You should like The Dean’s List’s Facebook Page and comment on the John Mark Nelson post for your chance to win! A winner will be selected at random on Thursday, Oct. 4 at 2 p.m.
David Bazan and Andy Fitts recently came to Duluth to do two living-room shows in Duluth. I was thrilled at the opportunity to get him to come to Sacred Heart and record some songs and be a part of a Lakefront Videos project. I think it turned out super sweet.
Highlights: live music by Ol’ Yeller! Hors d’oeuvres served throughout the night, cash bar, silent auction, and a champagne toast at midnight.
Tickets are available for purchase at National Bank of Commerce (1127 Tower Ave.) in Superior, Barker’s Island Inn (ask about the special room rates for that evening), or by calling CASDA at (715) 392-3136.
All proceeds from this event go toward helping CASDA provide supportive services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse.
Saturday, Sept. 25 | Superior, Wis.
The Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse in Superior will be offering advocacy training the week of June 21. This training is comprised of various sessions preparing volunteers to provide advocacy to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.
CASDA is currently seeking candidates interested in volunteering in all capacities of our organization including the areas of on-site childcare, office assistance, client transportation, and on-call direct advocacy.
Individuals interested in serving as direct service advocates or with interest in volunteering in another capacity should contact CASDA volunteer coordinator Walter Raschick at 715-392-3136.
CASDA New Year's Eve Party
This happens Tuesday, Dec. 29. I may also be joined in studio or by phone from special guests. We’ll see what happens…
… and after some exciting bowling – everyone is welcome to attend the musical festivities.
Danger Strangers are from CA, Captain Black from TN, High Life and Cars & Trucks represent the home team
Just a head’s up for those who may be interested… I’m airing my interview with Cris Kirkwood of the Meat Puppets within the first half hour of my radio show tonight. I’ll also be giving away another pair of tickets to the 10,000 Lakes Festival
Thanks!
the Walt Dizzo Show
91.3 FM KUWS 10pm – 1am
