Why shuffle through the same tracks on the way to class, when students can find a bounty of refreshing, novel sounds from a rather antiquated medium? If radio is truly dying, let’s enjoy it while it’s still around. Tune into these Austin-based KVRX morning radio shows described in the words of the young 512-ers that host them.
Story by Henry Youtt
Sunday
Diners, Drive-ins, and Vibes with Mindy Dinh
“A radio show where, every Sunday at 8 a.m. on KVRX Austin 91.7 FM, I, DJ Flavortown, play bands from cities that Guy Fieri has visited on his Food Network show Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. Look forward to rollin’ out and lookin’ for America’s greatest diners, drive-ins and vibes, because each trip, the Camaro is loaded with an all star lineup.”
Monday
Sugar Your Mind with Amanda Vaughn
“’Sugar Your Mind,’ every Monday morning 8-9 a.m. CST on KVRX, is a weekly bouquet of shoegaze, twee, foreign ballads from the 60s, goth and dream pop in all their shimmering forms. Your guide, DJ Panda, peppers in some news highlights and philosophical musings so you can start your week off both informed and curious. Part sensory experience, part enlightenment, this show is designed to delight and inspire.”
Tuesday
Cup of Jane with Jane Palacios
“Cup of Jane started as a way to continue to show my parents music during their morning commute. I really don’t know what to say about it. I often forget there are people that I’m not related to that tune in. Cup of Jane is a fun show dedicated to helping you get prepared for the day by featuring different genres, mostly female artists and at least one spanish speaking artist every episode.”
Wednesday
Sunflower Sounds with Lainey Gonzales and Caterina Nasr
“Sunflower Sounds is your answer to bad traffic and weak coffee! Our weekly mix of rock, soul, jazz, folk and more will make any morning commute (slightly) more enjoyable and introduce you to your favorite new artists.”
Thursday
Big Mood with Elijah Olson
“Big Mood plays shows centered around the feelings and moods that you really feel. Spotify has some mood playlists but they’re all based around moods that no one ever really feels, like ‘happy’ or ‘relaxed.’ Listen to Big Mood to find out what sitting in Whataburger at 4 a.m. feels and sounds like.”
Friday
Voices Catching Up with Tristan Heinen
“Voices Catching Up focuses on Native American and First Nations music from Canada and the United States. On air from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., this show is a tool of expression for cultures too long oppressed. With genres ranging from traditional powwow to country to hip hop, Voices runs a broad gamut of emotionally and politically charged tracks.”
Saturday
Atmospheric Interference with Kian Maharaj
“My radio show is essentially me curating playlists for different actions. Hopefully the action that corresponds to the playlist will be embellished in some way. Thus far, I’ve curated several playlists for different actions, including chores, exercise and making breakfast.”
