KUR: Shaping Up For A New Year

I think (but not sure) that some of the viewers of this blog forget the focal point of what we're doing. To reiterate, we are a college radio show. A damn good one. We play what we believe is the best of yesterday's and today's alternative and indie rock, and it's the best you'll hear on college radio... we hope. We are Mike Pop & Big Jim Adair - we are Never Mind the Mainstream - only on Kutztown University Radio, 88.3 FM.

Also, we feel like big shots this year. It feels nice to climb the ladder. Jim's the VP and Production Manager for the station and I'm the President and Promotions Director. And of course, we are DJ's at our core. So we've got some responsibility, but our true passion is in the art of radio. We strive to provide a great show with factual information, goofy skits, fan interaction, and above all, the best sounds in the world via underground music.

And so now here we are, again. A new semester slowly approaching with general meetings beginning August 31st. I know it's said every year, but truly, the summer did fly bye. But for me, college radio is placed above academics and many other things that take place at Kutztown University, so this is a great thing. Our whole crew is getting pumped for what's to come. And you should, too!

I recently e-mailed our General Manager, Mike Regensberger, and spoke with him about the possibility of a new rock 'n' roll morning show, among other topics. He had this to say about the summer:

"We had an AMAZING summer. New relationship with MusikFest, Berks Jazz Fest, Audio Now, Radiolicious, this 24-hour broadcast we’re preparing for etc. etc. etc. I just want the morning show to be followed through with if that’s going to be our next big initiative. In the long term if/when we get licensed, we’re looking into carrying “Morning Edition” from NPR as our morning show, then we’d always have a guaranteed morning show. Cya soon! I’m excited for the new semester."

Things are looking up for a tiny, fighting little PA college radio station. Keep it here for more information on the upcoming year. And as always, thanks for the support!

Paul McCartney - "Getting Better"