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Triple A
Apr 22, 2023 to Jun 3, 2023
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Hozier Hangs At WonderWorks
Here's WYEP's morning host Joey Spehar (l) and Columbia recording artist Hozier (r) hanging at Pittsburgh's WonderWorks Festival. This year easily drew the largest crowd ever at Hartwood Acres approximately 11-12,000 fans. It's no wonder, since the impressive line up included a plethora of Triple A artists including The Revivalists, The Head and The Heart, Matt Maeson, Coin, Stephen Sanchez, Andy Frasco & The UN, and Mt, Joy to name a few. Here's to WYEP for their amazing support!
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Currently Happy With Devon Gilgfillian
Fantasy Concord recording artist Devon Gilfillian performed in Minneapolis for The Current’s first “Happy Hour” show of the season. It took place at Surly Brewing Co. on Wednesday, May 24th, and was hosted by the morning show’s Jill Riley. Following the performance, Devon dined with the programming staff and some other local friends from the music community. Pictured (l=r) are Kendall Stewart (The Current APD), Sonia Grover (First Avenue), Jonathan Smalt (Triple 8 Management), David Safar (The Current Managing Director), Devon Gilfillian, Jen Whittier (Minneapolis Club), Alyssa Holtgrewe (Concord), Lindsay Kimball (The Current PD)
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The New KPNW Crew
Check out the new KPNW/Seattle crew hanging for a day of plotting to take over the Seattle ratings! Pictured (l-r) are KPNW OM Scott Mahalick, a guy who resembles a retired Rastafarian named Bob Waugh, KPNW Midday DJ John Fisher, Director of Marketing & Promotion Tracie Kalkbrenner, Paragon's Mike Henry and KPNW Afternoon Drive DJ Marco Collins.
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A Weakness for Ruston
Check out KBAC/Albuquerque's PD Chris Diestler (r), hanging with Rounder/Concord recording artist Ruston Kelly (l) who paid them a visit with an in-studio performance before his Meow Wolf show. According to Diestler - Ruston was a nice guy with had a lot to say about his songwriting process. Here's the URL to listen: https://p.ftur.io/kbac/892
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The Sun Shines In Seattle
ATO Recording Artist Joseph made a stop at KPNW/Seattle while in town playing the Showbox. The ladies are supporting their current album "The Sun." Looking bright (l-r) are KPNW's Marco Collins, The bands's Natalie Closner, ATO's Carlyn Kessler, and twins Meegan and Allison or Allison and Meegan Closner. Only their mom knows for sure.
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Dirty In Pittsburgh
Recording Artists The Drive By Truckers cruised by WYEP/Pittsburgh in support of the new reissue of their 2004 album The Dirty South. Titled The Complete Dirty South, the LP will arrive on June 16th via New West Records. Pictured (l-r) are The band's Jay Gonzalez, WYEP Morning Host Joey Spehar and the band's Patterson Hood.
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Josh & Rosemary
Recording Artist Josh Ritter stopped by WYEP/Pittsburgh studios for a Live & Direct Session performance supporting his current release Spectral Lines. He's pictured here with the station's Rosemary Welsch.
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Strong Lunch Guests
Recording Artist Ian Flanigan was in Nashville for a Showcase supporting his new Album "STRONG." Speaking of strong, check out this A-list group of lunch guests at City Winery including (l-r) WNXP APD Justin Barney, Lightning 100 MD "The Rev" Keith Coes, Infirst Promo's Jordan Zucker, Flanigan, WMOT's Anne Williams and JBE's Ellie Sanders.
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Lucky At Lightning 100
Sub Pop recording artist Bully (aka Alicia Bognanno) hung out in her hometown of Nashville supporting her forthcoming release Lucky For You out June 2nd! Pictured (l-r) are PD "Lt." Dan Buckley, AMD Stephanie Lesher, Bully and MD "The Rev" Keith Coes
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Bully & Barney
Sub Pop recording artist Bully (aka Alicia Bognanno) hung out in her hometown of Nashville supporting her forthcoming release Lucky For You out June 2nd! Seen hanging here are Bully and WNXP APD Justin Barney!
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Brandy(i) Sandwich
Clearly there are no insecurities here! Check out this hot stud Warner's SVP Alternative & Rock Promotions Rob Goldklang sandwiched by recording artists Brandi Carlile (left) and Brandy Clark (right). Brandy Clark's new single "Dear Insecurity" featuring Carlile just landed at radio along with her new self-titled album BRANDY CLARK.
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Backstage Purple Phase
Recording artist Arlo Parks put on a fabulous set at this year's Non-Commvention in support of her new album My Soft Machine available on PIAS May 26th, 2023. Pictured hanging backstage are WAPS/Akron The Summit's Chad Miller, Parks, and KJAC/Denver The Colorado Sound's Margot Chobanian.
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Non-Commrads
Talk about a stellar group of Triple A Titans right here! Not sure how this photo was orchestrated, but kudos to the photographer. Pictured (l-r) are Live Nation's Jim Sutcliffe, WXPN's Jim McGuinn, WCOO's Bryan Schock, Dualtone's Dana Murray, Indie Promo Trina Tombrink, WFUV's Rich McLaughlin, Dualtone's Julie Muncey, The Summit's Chad Miller, Dauntless Promo's Jen Daunt, WFPK's Kyle Meredith, Capitol's Dan Connelly and Insubordinate Media's Ronda Chollock
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Remembering Rita
Every year since WFUV/NY PD Rita Houston's passing, there is a group shot taken on the steps behind WXPN/Philly during Non-Commvention, in honor of her legacy. Pictured (l-r) is EVERYONE! Or mostly everyone who was there on time!
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A Table Full Of 10's
One of the last and most adventurous events at Non-Commvention is the Friday Music Meeting breakfast. Everyone gathers to listen to new tunes and rate them from 1-10. Some of these lucky artists will soon be on the airwaves of many Non-Comm Triple A stations around the country. Pictured here are a gaggle of gals including (L-R) Cheryl Waters (KEXP) , Jessica Weber ( co-sign), Ellena Osis (Beggars Group), Anna Chang (KCRW), Anne Litt ( KCRW), Ayana Contreras (Vocalo) & Stacy Owen ( WFPK)
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Morning Cup Of Joe
Talk about putting a monkey wrench in the morning routine of many Philadelphians who stop at the Spread Bagelry for their morning bagel and cup of Joe...only to find a guy named Joe hanging there. Atlantic recording artist Joe P played some tunes for a group of bright eyed programmers at Non-Commvention. Pictured (l-r) are All Access Triple A Editor Lynn McDonnell, Joe's manager Pergo, WBFO/Buffalo PD Tiffany Bentley, WAPS/Akron PD Brad Savage, Farm Fresh Radio/Burlington's Maria Slattery and Chip Morgan, Joe P, KVOQ/Denver's MD Jason Thomas and M:M Music's Rene Magallon.
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Two Buffalo Girls Go Around The Outside
Non-commvention was a stellar place to finally meet people face to face. I am so happy to have finally connected with fellow Buffalonian WBFO/Buffalo "The Bridge" PD Tiffany Bentley (l) and yours truly (r).
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A Brigade Of Babblers
What do you get when you put seven talented DJs on stage together? A killer panel talking about The Evolving Role of On Air Hosts, hosted by WXPN's Jim McGuinn. They discussed the balance of communication with audiences in real time over multiple platforms, show prep, and what inspires them to be enthusiastic on air every day! Pictured (l-r) are McGuinn, WXPN Morning host Kristin Kurtis, WAPS/Akron PD/DJ Brad Savage, KKXT/Dallas APD/DJ Lesley James, WFUV/NY's Midday host Alisa Ali, WNXP/Nashville's APD/DJ Justin Barney and KVOQ/Denver Indie 102.3's MD/DJ Jason Thomas.
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No Dummies
Portugal.The Man's singer John Gourley was summoned by Atlantic's Triple A guru Brian Corona to mix and mingle at this year's Non-Commvention. Pictured after a heated round of air hockey are Mom + Pop's David Jacobs (l) and Gourley (r).
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Get Inspired
After what was a SHOW STOPPING performance from recording artist Genesis Owusu (real name Kofi Owusu-Ansah) WXPN/Philadelphia's Dan Reed couldn't help but get inspired to snap a photo of the moment!
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Kessler Finally Wins A Bet
Non-Commvention was loaded with fun and shenanigans! Apparently ATO's Carlyn Kessler (l) had a bet with Dauntless Promo's Jen Daunt (r) over The Philadelphia Eagles & SF 49ers playoff game. The loser had to wear whatever the winner chose during the convention. The shirt Kessler chose was a quote head coach Nick Sirriani screamed at a referee during a blow out win against the NY Giants "I know what I am fucking doing." Apparently so does Kessler as Daunt looks particularly perturbed.
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Non-Commvention 2023 Mousepad Mania
Who knew the All Access World Famous Mousepad would continue it's frenzied travels by invading this year's Non-Commvention in Philly. We couldn't leave out these stellar WXPN dudes (l-r) OM Mike Vasilikos and the returning champion APD Jim McGuinn.
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Mousepad Mania At Non-Commvention 2023
Who knew the All Access World Famous Mousepad would continue it's frenzied travels by invading this year's Non-Commvention in Philly. Here to greet the 2023 escapades are WXPN AMD Kristin Kurtis and GM/PD and man about town Bruce Warren.
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A Weakness For Minneapolis
Rounder/Concord recording artist Ruston Kelly visited KCMP - The Current in Minneapolis before his headline set at First Avenue, in support of his new album "The Weakness." Pictured (l-r) are The Current’s APD Kendall Stewart and Production Manager Derrick Stevens, Ruston Kelly, The Current Host Bill Deville and PD Lindsay Kimball.
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All Smiles
Fantasy/Concord Recording Artist Devon Gilfillian is making the rounds in support of his current record "Love You Anyway." His latest afternoon adventure was a hang with The River/Ashville's Jordan Coppinger.
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Go Down The River To The River
ATO Recording artist The Heavy Heavy hung out at The River in Asheville for a session prior to their recent gig in town. The band is on tour in support of their current release "Life and Life Only." Pictured (l-r) are the band's TOM HOLDER and FRANK FOGDEN, the station's JORDAN COPPINGER, and the band's WILL TURNER and GEORGIE FULLER.
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All I Really Wanna Do Is Hang With FUV
Fantasy/Concord Recording artist Devon Gilfillian hung out with the WFUV/NY crew at a recent Marquee event at the Rockwood Music Hall last week. Gilfillian is touring in support of his recent album release 'Love You Anyway.' Pictured (l-r) are WFUV's Eric Gottlieb, Devon, The station's Russ Boris and Alisa Ali. Photo credit: Gus Philippas