Marco Pavé, a Memphis-born hip hop artist and CU artist-in-residence, joined KGNU for a live studio session. Blending sharp lyricism with the rich musical traditions of the Mississippi Delta, Pavé spoke about carrying forward the hope and resilience of his ancestors while performing tracks that showcase his Southern roots and contemporary vision.

Studio Session: Marco Pave

Salome Songbird, a Denver-based trio blending strings, harmonies, and heartfelt songwriting, returned to KGNU for a live in-studio session. They performed original songs, including “Moon Song,” “White Wine,” and “Mango Margaritas,” and spoke with Indra Raj about their creative process, balancing heavy themes with humor, and upcoming shows across Colorado. (9/24/25)

Local Gold: Salome Songbird

Bouldergrass, a local bluegrass ensemble from Boulder, joined KGNU live at the Boulder County Farmers Market. The group performed originals, fiddle tunes, and classics like Bob Dylan’s I Shall Be Released, while sharing their origins in a “fiddle tune club,” introducing band members, and celebrating community connections through music. (Studio Session: 9/27/25)

Studio Session: Bouldergrass

Fort Collins-based band Mystee, led by Alana, joined KGNU for a live in-studio session. She shared how the project began as a solo effort in Boston before evolving into a full band through chance connections in Fort Collins. Mystee discussed her time living in Cardiff, Wales, where she gained valuable experience in the music scene, and reflected on her early love of songwriting. The band’s new EP Forget Me Not was recorded during a three-day retreat in Evergreen and features four tracks written across different stages of her musical journey. Mystee also previewed upcoming shows, including a mini tour, a Halloween performance, and a Fort Collins date at Washington’s. (Studio Session: 9/29/25)

Studio Session: Mystee

Hip hop artist and producer Oddisee joined the Eclipse Crew on KGNU ahead of his October 5th show at Cervantes’ Other Side in Denver. He spoke about touring with his live band Good Company, celebrating the 10-year anniversary of his album The Good Fight, his collaborative spirit, production process, and growing up in D.C.’s go-go music scene. (Interview: 9/28/25)

Interview: Oddisee

Liz Vasko from Rock for the People and Erin from the Safe House Progressive Alliance for Nonviolence joined DJ Carebear on KGNU to discuss the Love and Resistance Dance Party happening in Lafayette. The event features an all-female local lineup—Resisting Bitch Face, Ironically Pink, and Lisa Sells—and aims to celebrate community, resilience, and solidarity through music. Erin also shared the history and services of her organization, which supports survivors of domestic violence through shelter, legal advocacy, counseling, and prevention programs. (Interview: 9/22/25)

Interview: Liz Vasco (Rock for the People)

DJ Jules hosts Sound Lab on KGNU and welcomes singer-songwriter Nick Dunbar, a longtime Colorado musician now based on the East Coast, back to the Boulder studio. Dunbar discusses returning to play at the Gold Hill Inn, reflects on KGNU’s role in supporting local music, and shares memories of community connections through the station. He performs three songs; “Old Money,” “Please Mend This Broken Heart,” and “A Man Worth Burying,” the title track from his upcoming album. Throughout the interview, Dunbar and Jules highlight the importance of community radio and its power to connect artists and listeners across distances. (Studio Session: 10/9/25)

Studio Session: Nick Dunbar

On KGNU’s Morning Sound Alternative, host Ginger Perry spoke with the folk duo Rakish, featuring Conor Hearn and Maura Shawn Scanlin, ahead of their performance at eTown Hall in Boulder. The pair discussed their seven-year musical partnership, their blend of Celtic and Appalachian influences, and their experience recording several albums together and with other artists. Despite living on opposite coasts—Connor in Boston and Maura in Asheville, North Carolina—they continue to collaborate regularly, meeting before tours to prepare sets. (Interview: 10/14/25)

Studio Session: Rakish

KGNU’s Indra Raj speaks with Canadian guitarist and songwriter Ariel Posen ahead of his October 16th performance at The Savoy in Denver as part of the Moss Presents Fall Music Series. Posen discusses his musical beginnings in Winnipeg, his transition from acclaimed session player to solo artist, and his passion for honest, song-driven rock rooted in soul and Americana. He also shares insights on performing with his powerhouse trio, his latest single “Future Present Tense,” and what fans can expect from his upcoming album and tour. (Interview: 10/14/25)

Interview: Ariel Posen

Today on The Morning Sound Alternative, Wendy Mills spoke with Joey Ryan of The Milk Carton Kids! Joey talks about the band’s beginnings in 2011, when he and Kenneth Pattengale released their first albums online for free and toured extensively to build a following. He reflects on their creative evolution, from early inspiration and minimalism to experimenting with larger arrangements and renewed collaboration after the pandemic. Joey shares how their focus has shifted toward creating music as a form of service for their fans and previews upcoming Colorado shows, including sold-out performances in Fort Collins and Aspen, and their concert at the Boulder Theater presented by KGNU on October 19. (Interview: 10/15/25)

Interview: The Milk Carton Kids

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