Off the Record

Off the Record

Off the Record features interviews with local and national musicians as aired on WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1/HD-2.

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July 9, 2025 13 mins

Singer of Belgium-based 'Slow Crush' Isa talks about the band, shoegaze and metal.

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WKNC's Valerie Gorham interviews Amelia Leonard, an indie folk artist from Durham, North Carolina. Amelia discusses her musical journey, starting with her first album "Lionhearted," inspired by her father's encouragement and her love for folk music. Her second album, "Prego Brego," is named after a scene from "The Lord of the Rings" that resonated with her. Amelia's songwriting is a therapeutic outlet, often reflecting her...

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June 4, 2025 20 mins

No Joy's Jasamine White-Gluz talks her new album with collaborator 'Fire-Toolz', 'Bugland', its references to nature and art forms like fashion and film as well as the band's discography overall including albums 'More Faithful', 'Wait To Pleasure', 'Drool Sucker' 'Creep and 'Motherhood'. 

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May 16, 2025 25 mins

Interview with Benton about sound design and scoring as well as set design and jazz. 

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April 18, 2025 64 mins

Poinsettia discuss their songs and their personal reflections on life, nostalgia, and societal issues. They highlight the themes of "New Cure" and "Accident," which explore the human condition of seeking happiness and the transient nature of success. The band also touches on the impact of environmental issues and societal shifts.

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April 3, 2025 33 mins

Lawn Enforcement is a Wilmington-based alternative rock band. WKNC caught up with their lead singer, Max, on their latest projects and their creative process.

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March 10, 2025 40 mins

 Evie Dallmann interviews Wilson from the band Thirsty Curses about their new album "Music is a Scam." They discuss the challenges of band dynamics, particularly the replacement of lead singers, referencing bands like Van Halen and Greta Van Fleet. Wilson shares insights on songwriting, the influence of live performances, and the impact of technology on society. He also touches on the decline of performative arts and the i...

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March 5, 2025 19 mins

On this episode of Off The Record, Valerie interviews Christian from "newtie," a Charlotte-based Indie-Freak-Folk band, about their origins and upcoming album.

Original intro music by Valerie 

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March 3, 2025 42 mins

Johnny Sunrise, a musician from Massachusetts, discusses his musical journey and influences in North Carolina. He shares his experiences with open mics, collaborations, and forming bands, and reflects on the importance of community, nostalgia, and the creative process, emphasizing the value of collaboration and personal growth through music.

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February 21, 2025 18 mins

WKNC interviews Madeline from Carolina Bluegrass group "The Wilder Flower." We discuss songwriting, performing, and the overall journey of the band so far.

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February 17, 2025 35 mins

DMC Woodstock interviews Matt Stephenson of Machine Girl and various concert-goers at Lincoln Theater (11/08/24). Topics of conversation include electronic music, annoying cars, ugliness, the U.S. presidential election, catharsis, Xavier Renegade Angel, and more!

Credit to Michael Pilmer for concert audio. His Youtube channel can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelPilmer

Credit to Chalcopyrite for image. 

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January 30, 2025 26 mins

Join your devilish host DJ Crush as they interview TikTok sensation bedrumor, a sensational jazz-influenced band from right here in North Carolina

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January 27, 2025 45 mins

An interview with the "genre-fluid" band Pretty Crimes about their creative process, ideas, experience as a band, and of course their music.

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November 26, 2024 37 mins

Join your devilish host DJ Crush as they interview Seattle-based indie pop dream pop sensation Fiona Moonchild!

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DJ Cherryheadache and Owen Ashworth discuss throughlines, cities and look back on Owen's previous project Casiotone For The Painfully Alone

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Talking Shirley Temples and supporting your scene with Josh from Divine Right.

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April 30, 2024 34 mins

On this episode of Off the Record, we're hearing from Bombadil, a folk band from Durham, NC. We talked about their favorite cuisine, algorithms in music, the making of their new album "In Color," and much more!

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April 11, 2024 33 mins

DJ Lucid sits down with members of indie-rock band, Yesterday's Clothes to discuss upcoming shows and recently released music.

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March 30, 2024 44 mins

DJ Lucid sits down with 5 piece rock and roll band from the mountains of Boone, The Weasels, to discuss upcoming performances and music releases.

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On this episode of Off the Record, Rod Argent from the legendary 60s band The Zombies is being interviewed. We talked about what Britain was like in the 60s, their new album Different Game and the reality of making a living as a musician.

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