If it’s rock music you’re looking for, WRTC is the place.
Way back when it all started, we were one the first stations in the Hartford area to play rock music. These days, we air 60-plus hours a week of the stuff.
Historical note: In in the 1970s, Alien Rock was one of the first programs in the state to introduce progressive, art and punk rock to listeners.
A unique mix can be found on a daily and yes — nightly basis — with formats constantly changing. Be prepared to be surprised…
SUNDAY
3-4:30 p.m.
SUNDAY’S WITH SYD
Host: Syd
It’s rimarily rock and alternative music, varying depending on the mood.clectic Tune in and fine out.
4:30-6 p.m.
SUNDAY MIX TAPE
Host: DJ Sarah
Cool stuff for a Sunday afternoon into evening.
8:30-10 p.m.
LOUNGING WITH LIZ
Host: DJ Lizzie
A mix of genres with some programs featuring themed playlists, while others are just a mix of her favorite tracks.
MONDAY
9 a.m.-Noon
THE DEVO ROCK SHOW
Host: Devo
Devo said the show features all kinds of rock music, from old to new.
3-4:30 p.m.
ASIA AMPLIFIED
Host: Hannah
Explore a variety of genres within the Asian and Asian-American music industry. From modern pop groups to classic love songs, this show seeks to recognize Asian artists from all over the world who bring out their own cultural and personal styles in their music. Alongside the popularity of K-pop, we delve into the rise of music from other Asian cultures and collaborations with Western artists.said the show features all kinds of rock music, from old to new.
6-7:30 p.m.
BANTAM BACKROADS
Hostd: Erin & Kennedy
The country tradition carries on, same day, same time, same channel
7:30-10:30 p.m.
ALIEN TWO PUNK DIVAS
Hosts: Rockin’ Rita & Michele (alternate)
A random smattering of mostly ’80’s punk, post-punk, goth, industrial, ska and everything and anything in between. If you dare, relive your past with them as they relive theirs with you!
10:30-Midnight
THE CHUG
Host: Isaac
All kinds of heavy metal: djent, black metal, death metal, hardcore and progressive. Buckle up!
TUESDAY
9 a.m.-Noon
GENUINE RADIO
Host: Melissa
A lot of vinyl, which means older rock and yes, Melissa dabbles in that crazy prog stuff! No pre-determined playlists, no iPods or cellphones are used to make this show happen.
Noon-3 p.m.
ECLECTIC KITCHEN
Host: The Pseudo Chef
If it was released anywhere from 1965 and the present, you’ll find it here. A wide range of rock — specially catered to meet an equally wide range of tastes. Try a sample.
Contact: E-mail
9-10:30
AFRICAN AMBIENCE
Host: Won-Ldy Paye
Trans-continental African Music with a spotlight on hot issues from Africa.
10:30-Midnight
TBD
Host: TBD
It really is a show, just no info. Stay tuned to find out.
WEDNESDAY
9 a.m.-Noon
BORIS ROCK SHOW
Host: Boris
Covering five decades of rock ‘n’ roll where boundaries are no issue! Hefty servings of classic rock merge with the latest in adult alternative. CD giveaways and trivia every week! Now in his 18th year at WRTC, Boris’ roots are in the past, but he’s always looking forward!
Contact: E-mail, Facebook page
6-7:30 p.m.
MIXED SIGNALS
Host: Emeline
The merging of folk and indie rock, including music from around the world from those genres.
7:30-9 p.m.
MORE COWBELL, PLEASE
Host: Octave
What was that? Can’t hear you over all that cowbell! Tune in for an eclectic blend of indie and alternative hits that are guaranteed to make you ponder your innermost thoughts.
6-7:30 p.m.
VOODOOBLUZ MIX TAPE SESSIONS
Host: Jay
It’s just what the title of the show alludes to.
10:30-Midnight
MOSAIC RADIO
Host: Coop
A wide range of cool music. Tune in and find out.
THURSDAY
9 a.m.-Noon
SKULDUGGERY
Host: “Weird” Joe
From ABBA to Zappa, ok just kidding about ABBA, but fear not, we’re talking about an assortment of rock-oriented sounds: from straight-up rock, punk, shoegaze, drone and plain old noise. Warning: the shows are never pre-planned, so it’s a surprise for the host, too.
3-4:30 p.m.
RADIO KAOS
Host: Mark
Listeners go on an educational aural adventure.
3-4:30 p.m.
WHO’S ON AUX?
Host: DJ Bree
You didn’t know how cool you were till you started listening to this show. DJ Bee curates a handpicked selection of indie meets alt. New tracks, deep cuts and songs that will always get you on aux.
3-4:30 p.m.
ALL OUR YESTERDAYS
Host: Caitlin
Caitlin hosts a 70s progressive and soft rock show, with occasional dabbling into the late 60s, early 80s and current indie tunes. It’s the type of music that makes you feel like a character in a coming-of-age movie.
7:30-10:30 p.m.
ALIEN ROCK or LAND OF MISFIT TUNES
Hosts: Reynolds the Psychedelic Warlord or Katherine alternate.
When it comes to defining “full spectrum” look no farther than this aural soundscape that airs on alternating Thursdays. Rooted in varied rock styles from the late 60s to the present, but really keying on the bands and artists.
For more than four decades, Reynolds has shared a keen insight and wealth of knowledge for what is widely viewed as “underground” music. This is one of only a handful of true progressive rock programs in the country. “It’s like Bach, Mozart and Beethoven to me,” Reynolds says of prog rock, “timeless music that people will love.”
When asked to describe her show, Katherine said: “Hmmm…alternative, indie, weird?” She plays as much new material as she can, but is known to dabble in funk, jazz, reggae and world. How about just count on spectrum-crossing sounds!
FRIDAY
9 a.m.-Noon
THE FOREST FOR THE TREES
Host: Brian Anthony a.k.a. the Tree Man
Noon-1:30 p.m.
TBD
Host: Felix
A mix of old rock, newer rock and jam music.
1:30–3 p.m.
ELITE RADIO
Host: Jonny
A bunch of 80s and 90s rock — the Foo Fighters, Oasis, Third Eye Blind etc. — you get the idea.
3-5:30 p.m.
QUESTIONABLE CHOICES
Host: The Chief
“The Chief” won’t ever get accused of never playing “Echoes” by Pink Floyd.
5:30-7:30 p.m.
CRASHING THE ETHER
Host: DJ Rob
Party rock to get you prepped for the week ahead. Everyone from Joey Ramone to George Michael is invited. And so are you….
7:30-9 p.m.
FOOTNOTES OR DUCK, YOU SUCKER!
Hosts: VJules & Vergel alternate.
Footnotes: a variety show featuring the obscure, overlooked and otherwise offbeat tracks of the musical landscape.
Duck, You Sucker!: What even was music? Did it ever exist?
9-10:30 p.m.
C ON WRTC
Host: C
A mix of rock and alt-rock stylings to get the weekend officially started..
SATURDAY
NOON-2:30 p.m.
PEANUT BUTTER & JAMS
Host: DJ Peppeh-Jack
An eclectic medley of rock ‘n’ roll, funk, reggae, comedy, and good ol’ fashioned rhythm and blues.
2:30-5:30 p.m.
GREASY TRACKS OR THE SOUL EXPRESS
Hosts: Chris Cowles and Dean Farrell alternate.
Greasy Tracks features an in-depth mix of below-the-radar artists as well as soul, blues funk and rock legends.
The format is heavily influenced by the gritty Stax Records and southern soul styles, but often goes into late-1960s/early-70s Brit blues and extended acid jazz and fusion instrumentals. There have been a number of six-hour features on Stax with guests who who made Memphis the focal point of American soul music.
Regular band/artist/author spotlights with interviews.
The Soul Express presents the classic soul rhythms of the 1960s and ’70s — everything from No. 1 hits to long-lost obscurities, Dean never puts the breaks on when it comes to digging deep into his collection of music.lectic medley of rock ‘n’ roll, funk, reggae, comedy, and good ol’ fashioned rhythm and blues.
7-10 p.m.
ESOTEROCK or AUTHENTIC ROCK
Hosts: “Bungalow” Bill Walsh and Melissa alternate.
With a combined 70-plus years of broadcasting experience between them, “Bungalow” Bill and Melissa alternate to provide a decades-wide span of rock sounds, always making sure to find some tracks by cool progressive bands that many people have forgotten about and some who never knew. They are part of the Procol Harum Patrol. What a way to spend a Saturday night!