Jeff and Celeste speak with New York Rep. Dan Goldman, plus your calls. Original FM air date: January 25, 2024.

Driving Forces 01252024 Congressman Dan Goldman

Celeste and Jeff look at ongoing labor issues at the New York Daily News -- and beyond -- with special guests Claudia Irizarry Aponte of THE CITY NY and Michael Sheridan of the NYDN Union. Original FM air date: February 1, 2024.

Driving Forces 02012024 Daily News Blues

Jeff and Celeste discuss renewal of mayoral control of NYC schools with Chancellor David Banks, followed by a talk with New York Solidarity Network Executive Director Sara Forman. Original FM air date: February 8, 2024.

Driving Forces 02082024 Chancellor Banks And NY Solidarity Network

Celeste and Jeff discuss the promise and perils of local news with Dan Kennedy, co-author with Ellen Clegg of the new book, "What Works in Community News," and then Nic Dawes, executive director of THE CITY NY. Original FM air date: March 7, 2024.

Driving Forces 03072024 Local News on the Line

Celeste and Jeff catch up with veteran journalist and political commentator Gerson Borrero, plus your calls. Original FM air date: March 21, 2024.

Driving Forces 03212024 Gerson Borrero Breaks It All Down

Jeff and Celeste talk with MTA Chair/CEO Janno Lieber about congestion pricing, subway crime and more, plus your calls. Original FM air date: March 28, 2024.

Driving Forces 03282024 Catching Up With MTA's Janno Lieber

Jeff and Celeste speak with Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-NY), plus your calls. Original FM air date: April 18, 2024.

Driving Forces 04182024 Rep. Gregory Meeks And More

In the show's FINAL episode, Celeste and Jeff speak with Jonthan Vigliotti, author of "Before It's Gone: Stories from the Front Lines of Climate Change in Small-Town America," plus your calls. Original FM air date: April 25, 2024. Thanks for listening!

Driving Forces 04252024 See You On The Radio!

Excited to announce our new single Driving Forces, produced by the renowned Kostas Maskalides!

A captivating blend of Melodic House & Techno, this track promises to take you on an unforgettable sonic journey.

Tune in and let the driving rhythms and mesmerizing melodies elevate your senses.

Available now across your favourite stores and streaming platforms.

Driving Forces

Omnia marks a new chapter in the sonic evolution of Kostas Maskalides. His sixth studio album is a masterclass in Melodic House & Techno, with eleven tracks that pulse with deep, articulated basslines and hypnotic rhythms. Each track builds a bridge between raw energy and delicate emotion. Omnia captures the essence of our very existence through the cosmos and everything in it, as the name suggests in Latin. Immerse yourself in a universe of sound where every beat resonates with cosmic depth. Experience the boundless journey of Omnia.

Omnia

10 Years of Ballroom Records
Shaping electronic music with
passion, vision & sound since 2015.

Demo Policy:

We’re always on the lookout for fresh talent! If you’d like to send us a demo, please follow these guidelines:

✅ Submit a private SoundCloud link (no file attachments).
✅ Include a short introduction about yourself.
✅ Add links to your social media pages.
✅ Please take a moment to check out our catalogue to ensure your music aligns with our label’s style.

Send your demo to: demos@ballroom.cc

Looking forward to hearing your sounds!

Politics. Policy. The truth matters. Celeste Katz Marston and Jeff Simmons tackle the biggest and best stories on "Driving Forces." WBAI 99.5 FM New York and worldwide at WBAI.org. @CelesteKatzNYC and @JackHites on Twitter.

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