WYCE's Community Closeup (*conversations concerning issues of importance in West Michigan)

Valerie June performs 'Call Me A Fool' and joins us by phone to discuss her new album 'The Moon and Stars: Prescriptions for Dreamers.'  Special thanks to Fantasy Recordings and Concord Music Group. www.valeriejune.com www.fantasyrecordings.com   WYCE is an independent, commercial-free, community radio station serving the communities of Grand Rapids, West Michigan, & beyond. Broadcas...

Joachim Cooder joins us to discuss his new album Over That Road I'm Bound - The Songs of Uncle Dave Macon. He also performs the songs ‘All In Down & Out' and ‘Come Along Buddy’ exclusively for WYCE.   Special thanks to Nonesuch Records and Leslie Rouffe at Songlines Music. www.joachimcooder.com www.nonesuch.com   WYCE is an independent, commercial-free, community radio station serving   the commun...

Enjoy a special Songs From The Second Floor conversation & session with George Thorogood about his latest release "Live In Boston, 1982:  The Complete Concert." You’ll also hear a few stripped down duo performances of songs that appear in full band glory on the concert album. Special thanks to Concord // Craft Recordings // Rounder Records https://www.georgethorogood.com/     ht...

Lael Neale joins us from her Virginia farm to discuss how the vintage Omnichord and 4-track cassette home recording shaped her new album "Acquainted with Night." Lael also performs the songs 'Every Star Shivers in the Dark' and 'How far is it to the Grave.' The new album is out now via Sub Pop Records. https://laelneale.com/ WYCE is an independent, commercial-free, community radio station serving...

Nashville Singer/Songwriter Stephanie Lambring joins us on Songs from the Second Floor to discuss her new album AUTONOMY. She also performs the songs "Mr. Wonderful" and "Somebody Else's Dress" www.stephanielambring.com CONTENT WARNING: This interview & music performance contains subject matter regarding suicide in the LGBTQ community. If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone. T...

Gracie & Rachel join WYCE Music Director Shane German to discuss their new album 'Hello Weakness, You Make Me Strong' which is out now via Righteous Babe Records.  Gracie & Rachel also perform the songs "Ideas" and "Sidelines" exclusively for WYCE.   www.gracieandrachel.com WYCE is an independent, commercial-free, community radio station serving the communities of Grand Rapids an...

WYCE Music Programmer Randall Stewart speaks with Jim & Susie Malcolm from their home in Scotland about experiences making music together and around the world. Their new album is called "The Berries" and you can learn more at:  https://www.jimmalcolm.com/ WYCE is an independent, commercial-free, community radio station serving  the communities of Grand Rapids and West Michigan. Broad...

Ruston Kelly chats with WYCE Music Director Shane German just prior to the release of his new album 'Shape & Destroy.'  Ruston also performs 'Radio Cloud' and 'Alive.' WYCE is an independent, commercial-free, community radio station serving the communities of Grand Rapids and West Michigan. Broadcasting on-air FM programming at 88.1 Mhz, and reaching out to the world through online stream...

On this episode of Songs from the Second Floor, WYCE Music Director Shane German sits down with Raye Zaragoza to discuss her life, her music, and the importance of representation in media for women of color. Raye also performs "Fight Like A Girl" and "The It Girl" from her upcoming album "Woman In Color" - out October 23rd. WYCE is an independent, commercial-free, community radio station serving t...

Award Winning Choctaw singer, songwriter, artist, producer, and poet Samantha Crain joins WYCE Music Director Shane German for an intimate conversation about her life and overcoming the physical, emotional, and mental health issues that nearly sidelined her music career forever.  Samantha also performs two songs from her gorgeous new album "A Small Death" which is out now via Ramseur Records....

Outlaw Country artist Jaime Wyatt joins WYCE Music Director Shane German for an intimate conversation on overcoming addiction, accepting her gay identity, and working with Shooter Jennings. Jaime also performs two songs from her new  album "Neon Cross" which is out now via New West Records.    Recorded August 12th, 2020. Special thanks Joel Habbeshaw. WYCE is an independent, commerc...

John Craigie joins WYCE Music Director Shane German to discuss his new  album "Asterisk The Universe." A virtual edition of Songs from the  Second Floor. Recorded August 5th, 2020.   Renowned for his eloquent Americana style, engaging live shows, and  off-the-cuff clever observations, John Craigie carries on the legacy of  classic singer-songwriters, while blazing a trail...

"We need truth, man. We just need honesty. You know? Honesty is the simplest thing, but it can be the hardest thing for a human being to look in the mirror and be truthful. And I think that’s what’s going on in 2020. " Charley Crockett joins WYCE Music Director Shane German from Austin, TX  for an intimate conversation and to perform a couple of songs from his  new album "Welcome To Hard...

S.G. Goodman joins WYCE Music Director Shane German from Murray, Kentucky to discuss the new album "Old Time Feeling."  Disclaimer: Opinions expressed during WYCE interviews & streaming live sessions are those of the artists and guests and not those of WYCE or Grand Rapids Community Media Center, which operates to remain neutral and provide a free-speech platform. To learn more about GRCM...