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KCSU LIVE In-StudioLocal Music: SunnnnerFrom the mind that brought you "Cancellation Compilation" and the riveting album "Spruce Aly" comes a new project by Sunnnner called "Sunnnner." Formerly known as Sad Bug, Sunnnner is a Boulder-based band that offers you "sweet tea for your parched throat" and unapologetic activism through music, merch and social influence. Sunnnner vocalist/manager, Sebastian 'Rane' Miranda, is the overseer of many different projects, including "DIY Casual." These livestreams helped keep the local music scene afloat during quarantine. You could watch, tip and enjoy local bands from the comfort (and safety) of your own home."Sunnnner" is the...2021-05-1633 min
KCSU NewsCASA partners with the Human Bean, Apple privacy changesEllie Shannon explains updates in campus news, and Ivy Winfrey covers how Colorado plans to receive another congressional district. After that, Dixon Lawson updates listeners on Colorado State University’s athletics teams, and then listeners hear a conversation between Winfrey and Julie Phillips with Court Appointed Special Advocates of Larimer County about The Human Bean’s partnership for Child Abuse Prevention Month.Then, Jacob Selbe tells listeners about air quality trends and travel options for vaccinated Americans. Maddy Erskine speaks to local indie-pop duo Modrn about its musical inspirations and song-writing strategies. After that, Kota Babcock gives new...2021-04-2757 min
KCSU NewsProfessors to receive COVID-19 vaccine, CDC guidelines allow vaccinated people to gather without masksEllie Shannon gives listeners new information on COVID-19 vaccines and screening and explains President Joe Biden’s recognition of a CSU alumna. Then, Ivy Winfrey delivers new information on local COVID-19 outbreaks and concerns over interactions with homeless individuals. Then, Dixon Lawson gives updates on CSU sports before Maddy Erskine features highlights from her first in-person live in-studio. After that, Jacob Selbe outlines the new COVID-19 legislation moving through congress, and listeners hear a recent episode of “Takes From the Anthropocene,” featuring Althea Kress, which examines Indigenous environmental protection strategies. Kota Babcock delivers new information on COVID-19 statistics before explor...2021-03-0959 min
KCSU LIVE In-StudioLive In-Studio: Miranda FlingIn the first live in-studio of the semester, local music director Maddy Erskine welcomes Miranda Fling, local indie-pop singer-songwriter, into the station. Miranda Fling is a student at Colorado State University who has been making a name for herself this past year in the Fort Collins music scene. On March 1, she released her first album, "Wishful Thinking." Fling recorded this album almost entirely in her basement. In this segment, Fling chats about how she aimed to create a dream-like sound in her songs by layering vocals and instruments. As a songwriter, Fling draws inspiration both from her deeper emotions and...2021-03-0926 min
KCSU LIVE In-StudioIn-Studio: Black & White Motion PictureIn this week’s virtual in-studio, local music director Maddy Erskine interviews Denver-based band Black & White Motion Picture. This genre-bending alternative rock band formed back in 2018 and released its self-titled album this past October. While the band misses playing live shows, the pandemic forced the members to take some time to write, record and perfect their music. With a wide variety of influences and musical inspirations, Black & White Motion Picture aims to write music that is relatable and makes listeners feel less alone at the end of the day.
Songs: “Retro Heartbreak,” “RX” and “3AM” by Black & White Motion Picture
Photo: Courtes...2021-03-0325 min
KCSU NewsExplaining the Polar Vortex, U.S. COVID-19 Deaths Reach over 500,000Ellie Shannon covers CSU's COVID-19 plan and dives into coronavirus research conducted by CSU. Then, Ivy Winfrey gives listeners information on Colorado's vaccine plans, a plastic bag ban on the ballot for Fort Collins and a new City commission. After that, Winfrey speaks to researcher Zachary Labe about what caused the climate freeze last week. Then, Kota Babcock gives updates on President Joe Biden's administration and an end to cash bail in Illinois. After that, Maddy Erskine speaks to local musician Jay LaCavalier and Babcock gives new updates on COVID-19. Babcock speaks to Aidan Knaus from The Collegian about...2021-02-231h 00
KCSU LIVE In-StudioIn-Studio: Jay LeCavalierIn this segment, Maddy Erskine interviews Jay LeCavalier about his second full-length solo album, "Slow Transformations," and the hard work and inspiration behind it. Some of you may know LeCavalier as the keyboardist for The Crooked Rugs, but in this self-recorded folk album, LeCavalier sings and plays acoustic guitar, keys, auxiliary percussion, etc. "Slow Transformations" is a great representation of LeCavalier's talent as a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter. The first two songs played are “Feels like Nothing” and “The Houseplant Song,” which are both relatable, down-to-earth tunes. The last song and title track of the album, “Slow Transformations,” is a lyrical deep...2021-02-1824 min
KCSU NewsCongressman dies after fighting COVID-19, Larimer County moves from level orange to yellow on state's dial frameworkEllie Shannon updates listeners on what’s happening on campus, and Ivy Winfrey gives new information on local COVID-19 outbreaks in Larimer county. Dixon Lawson gives new updates on the start of several seasons for different sports. After that, Winfrey speaks to filmmaker and CSU associate professor Usama Alshaibi, and Kota Babcock updates listeners on changes in Congress and Donald Trump’s impeachment trial. After that, listeners hear an excerpt from Maddy Erskine’s interview with local musician David Miner, and Babcock gives listeners new information on COVID-19 restrictions and statistics. To conclude the show, Babcock updates listeners on Bitcoin and a...2021-02-101h 00
KCSU LIVE In-StudioLocal Music: David Miner's new album, 'Silver Valley'In this local music segment, Maddy Erskine talks to local country singer David Miner about his new album, "Silver Valley". 2021-02-0820 min
KCSU LIVE In-StudioIn-Studio: Isadora EdenIn this virtual in-studio, Maddy Erskine chats with Denver shoegaze artist Isadora Eden about what drew her to making indie music and her new EP, “All Night.” Isadora Eden recorded a live version of her song "Choke" for this segment. Also featured are her songs "Bones" and "By Now" from her EP "All Night."2021-02-0722 min
KCSU NewsFort Collins Connexion, City Council Announces Measure to Ban Plastic BagsIvy Winfrey gives new information on CSU's COVID-19 screening protocol, as well as details relating to an affordable housing survey and a potential ban on single-use plastic bags in Fort Collins. KCSU Sports gives listeners the highlights of a volleyball press conference, and Maddy Erskine interviews local band the Glass Cases. Kota Babcock delivers information on stimulus checks, the US pulling support from the Saudi-based offensive in Yemen, the Opioid crisis, and the removal of a senator from two committees. Then, Ivy interviews Erin Shanley of Fort Collins Connexion about the new municipal internet program. Kota gives listeners new information...2021-02-0559 min
KCSU LIVE In-StudioLocal Music: Glass Cases release new single 'Chemicals'In this special local music segment, Maddy Erskine chats with Glass Cases bassist and vocalist Alex Van Keulen about the band's new single "Chemicals."2021-02-0213 min
KCSU LIVE In-StudioIn-Studio: The Runaway GroomsIn this virtual in-studio, Maddy Erskine interviews band members of The Runaway Grooms about their past shows and what's in store for the group in the future. This segment features recordings of live performances of "Carry Me Home" and "See Where You Land" by The Runaway Grooms. 2021-02-0131 minKCSU LIVE In-StudioIn-Studio: Lucid BluesIn this episode, Maddy Erskine chats with local band Lucid Blues about how their band formed, their inspirations, and their upcoming live show. Since the band could not come in live due to COVID restrictions, they recorded some live songs for us to listen to!
Songs: "Nostalgia", "Seafoam Dream", and "Dreams In Color" by Lucid Blues. 2021-01-3133 min
KCSU NewsCSU's Updated COVID-19 Response, PSD Announces Secondary Education to Stay HybridIvy Winfrey updates listeners on new COVID-19 resources in Colorado, updates to Poudre School District's hybrid learning plans, and the future of Hughes Stadium. Then, Jonathan Gillham updates listeners on changes in sports and Maddy Erskine speaks to local band the Crooked Rugs about their newest album. Then, Kota Babcock updates listeners on changes in the White House, a history-making book award and new changes in COVID-19 locally before speaking to Samantha Ye from the Collegian about CSU's changes to COVID-19 screenings and vaccinations. Then, Kota discusses changes in Apple's staff, Facebook's new oversight committee, and Twitter's new fact-checking program...2021-01-2755 min
KCSU LIVE In-StudioLocal Music: The Crooked Rugs release new album "IT!"In celebration of local band The Crooked Rugs new album "IT!", Maddy Erskine chats with band members Nolan Brumbach and Jayce Haley about the inspirations behind the album, and all the fun and hard work that went into the making of "IT!".
Songs: "Let Me Down", WHO", "Good Intentions", and "IT!" by the Crooked Rugs
Original Podcast Photo: Alden Bonecutter2021-01-1529 min
KCSU LIVE In-StudioLocal Music: Intergalactic Funk CowboyIn this very special local music segment, Maddy Erskine interviews the one and only Intergalactic Funk Cowboy! The Intergalactic Funk Cowboy is a one man band from Steamboat, Colorado that has been creating syntheziser funk operas since the early 2000s. Get ready to blast off into a world of funkiness, and learn more about how the Intergalactic Funk Cowboy battles the various elements of anti-funkiness, both in music and in real life. 2021-01-1224 min
The Goblin Podcast - Musical Stories for KidsA Christmas Carol: The Haunted ServiceA Christmas Carol: The Haunted Service. A new hour-long musical adaptation based on the book by Charles Dickens. AGE GUIDANCE: Please note this episode is a bit spooky in places, so is aimed at older children (5+) and adults. For a festive story for younger children, check out The Ballad of Rudy which will also be released around the same time. Join us for a Christmas Carol service with a difference. It’s midnight on Christmas Eve, a time where the Ghosts and Ghouls of Christmas come out to play. A haunted choir tell th...2020-12-191h 00
International Local Music ExchangeThe Best Of: The International Local Music ExchangeAs 2020 winds down, KCSU Podcast Director Matt Gusmerotti and KCSU Local Music Director Maddy Erskine collect and highlight the best of the International Local Music Exchange, including some of your and our favorite bands and musicians that made it onto the podcast. Stay tuned next year for ways to get involved with the ILME!2020-12-1819 minKCSU LIVE In-StudioIn Studio: Sarah SlatonIn the last in-studio of the semester, local music director Maddy Erskine chats with Sarah Slaton about her newly released single "Get Up", and her love towards the music industry that has been struggling so much during the pandemic. Her new song "Get Up" is about finding the inspiration to keep on going during hard times and is sure to help you keep your head up. Additionally, Sarah chats about the importance of Save Our Stages, and an upcoming project she has been working on to highlight the devastation the music industry has faced with COVID-19, and the need to...2020-12-1625 min
KCSU LIVE In-StudioLocal Music: Get to know the Sonic Spotlight FinalistsIn this local music segment, Maddy Erskine chats with Sonic Spotlight finalists Miranda Fling, People in General, and Macy Warner. Sonic Spotlight is a virtual music competition and showcase started this year by the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, 105.5 The Colorado Sound, and Bohemian Foundation. All 3 finalists have been working to make a music video for the final round and showcase on December 10th. Get to know these up and coming musicians in this segment as we chat about Sonic Spotlight, the inspiration behind their new music, and the video each of them filmed for the final round. 2020-12-1054 minKCSU LIVE In-StudioIn-Studio: Ain't From HereIn this episode, Maddy Erskine chats with local country band Ain't From Here about why they love making music here in Colorado. Due to COVID-19, we can’t have bands come in and play live in the studio, so instead the band members and I met on zoom, and they picked their favorite songs off their album to share with you.
Songs: "Way Back", "West to See", and "Say What You Will" by Ain't From Here. 2020-12-0635 min
KCSU NewsIncreasing internet access in Fort Collins, Cameron Peak Fire is fully containedIvy Winfrey updates listeners on new funding for Colorado State University, Jared Polis' strategy on COVID-19, and Larimer County initiatives to increase internet speed. After Jonathan Gillham gives sports updates, Maddy Erskine interviews local band Holdfast. Then, Kota updates listeners on U.S. Senate and Supreme Court issues, and Ivy gives listeners a summary of what proposition 116 will do for Colorado. Then, Kota speaks to Sam Moccia of the Collegian about the Cameron Peak Fire's containment status and updates listeners on new COVID-19 statistics. To conclude the show, Kota gives listeners information on controversies surrounding Google and Amazon before Ivy...2020-12-041h 06
KCSU NewsThe Garden of Lights, changes in COVID-19 restrictions, and how you can support local businessesIvy Winfrey updates listeners on new COVID-19 restrictions, then Jonathan Gillham gives listeners the latest sports information. After that, Kota Babcock speaks with Amanda Sammartino from the Gardens on Spring Creek about the Garden of Lights holiday event. Then, Kota gives listeners new updates on electoral certifications, Supreme Court issues, and changes in the White House before Ivy tells listeners about Amendment 77, which recently passed in Colorado. Then, Kota speaks to Jillian Fresa from For Fort Collins about what the city's partnership with local businesses means, and how listeners can support businesses in the community. After that, Kota gives updates...2020-12-0258 minKCSU LIVE In-StudioLive In-Studio: Brian Jasper HullIn this live in-studio, Maddy Erskine chats with long-time local musician and CSU professor Brian Jasper Hull about the local music scene, his lyric writing process, and his musical inspirations. Brian Jasper Hull performs 5 songs live on his acoustic guitar: "The Spark", "One False Step", "Into the Blue", "Skeletons of Language", and "Blues for Sisyphus". 2020-11-2136 min
KCSU NewsPaid family and medical leave in Colorado, new updates on DACA.Kota Babcock gives new updates on a Colorado mask mandate and an unfolding misconduct situation at CSU through a newscast written by Ethan Hanson. Dixon Lawson gives updates on upcoming sports and news, then Kota talks with Laura Studley about helping a student tell their story through student media. Maddy Erskine talks with local band Los Toms about making music during COVID-19 and Kota Babcock gives new information on DACA, national security for the election and a misconduct investigation at Louisiana State University. Ivy Winfrey explains what Proposition 118 will do for Colorado and Kota speaks with Kristen Candella about Habitat...2020-11-1855 minKCSU LIVE In-StudioLive In-Studio: HoldfastLocal alternative rock band Holdfast joins Maddy Erskine in the studio to play some live acoustic songs, share their new song "Walls", and chat about their music. 2020-11-1725 min
KCSU MusicBoston band Mom Rock chats about their new EPMusicians and fans everywhere are missing live shows. But despite the pandemic, Boston band Mom Rock released their first EP, “I Wish Every Day Was Today,” with hopes of reminding listeners and fans of the good times when we could all get together and dance to live music. Not only does Mom Rock play catchy, upbeat rock songs that make you want to get on your feet and dance, but their positive energy while performing is both eye-catching and contagious. In this podcast, Maddy Erskine interviews Mom Rock about the recording process and inspiration behind this EP, and the band's hope...2020-11-1623 min
KCSU NewsVirtual artist studio tours, COVID-19 outbreaks in Fort Collins area high schoolsEllie Shannon updates listeners on a new mandate from Jared Polis, then Ivy Winfrey describes Fort Collins area high schools are experiencing new outbreaks, and how soon a vaccine may be available. Then, listeners hear about new events in the world of sports, and Kota speaks with Liz Good about virtual art studio tours. Then, Ivy talks to Ty Davis from the Collegian about COVID-19 and the music and Kota dives into new updates in national news, mostly relating to new announcements from president-elect Joe Biden. Local director Maddy Erskine speaks with Twin Riverz about her music, and then Kota...2020-11-1355 min
KCSU LIVE In-StudioLive In-Studio: LenoreIn this episode, Maddy Erskine chats with Madi Rice, also known as her stage name Lenore. Madi produces her music in her bedroom, and in this interview talks about her inspirations and the process of bedroom recording. Lenore plays 2 original songs, as well as a cover of "Nevermine" by Fourth Wanderers. 2020-11-0823 min
KCSU LIVE In-StudioIn-Studio: Los TomsIn this in-studio session, Maddy Erskine joins psychedelic desert fuzz band Los Toms to chat about their new album "Centipede Sessions". Unfortunately we couldn’t have the full band come in and play their songs live due to covid restrictions, so instead we listened to a recording of their song Rogue Roomba/Sciencefish. The song is normally played as one, but is broken into two sections for this segment. Los Toms talks about the inspiration behind their bizarre song titles and the recording process of their recent album. 2020-10-2930 min
KCSU LIVE In-StudioLive In-Studio: Twin RiverzIn this episode, Katie Shriver, also known by her stage name Twin Riverz, joins local music director Maddy Erskine in the studio for an emotional set. Twin Riverz has been making music her whole life, but recently started sharing her original songs in hopes that people will relate and find some form of comfort. In this live session, she plays 4 original songs on guitar and ukulele and chats about her musical inspirations and journey has a songwriter. She finishes the set with an incredible and touching performance of "Freaking Rat", a song she wrote to overcome pain and trauma. 2020-10-2132 min
KCSU MusicMusic Mondays: Xiuhtezcatl InterviewIn this podcast, Maddy Erskine chats with hip hop artist and activist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez who recently released a new song called “El Cielo”. Xiuhtezcatl explains that "El Cielo" is a personal reflection of all of the experiences and emotions that are caused by the United States immigration system, and the love he's witness always transcend these human made borders. Xiuhtezcatl also chats about his musical inspirations, and how he has grown as a climate change activist.
Photo: Armando Garcia/Industry PDX2020-10-1925 minInternational Local Music ExchangeFrom Punk to Pop, There is No Limit in The Local Music Scene near KCSU-FM in Fort Collins, ColoradoWelcome to the first episode of the International Local Music Exchange! This week, KCSU kicks off the ILME by celebrating local artists like The Beeves, Plasma Canvas, Lady Denim and many more. This week's episode was recorded by Local Music Director Maddy Erskine.2020-10-0232 min
KCSU LIVE In-StudioLive In-Studio: People In GeneralIn this week's episode of KCSU Live In-Studio, Maddy Erskine talks to People in General about their formation as a band, their musical inspirations, and how they are handling the pandemic. People in General is a 3 piece math-rock and jazz-pop band from Fort Collins.
People in General plays 4 original songs: Way Rad, Goodbye, Cinderella, and Buster. 2020-09-1528 min
KCSU LIVE In-StudioLive In-Studio: The Red ScareIn the first episode of the semester, Maddy Erskine talks with The Red Scare about their musical inspirations and DIY recording. The Red Scare is a punk band from Fort Collins, Colorado, and known for their wild performances at DIY venues. The Red Scare sent in 3 songs recorded from their basement since they couldn't come into the studio to perform due to COVID-19. One of these songs is their new single "Marmalade". 2020-09-0829 min
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Title: Ice Maid's Tail
Author: Mandy Morton
Narrator: Jenny Funnell
Format: Unabridged
Length: 07:27:06
Language: English
Release date: 02-20-20
Publisher: W.F. Howes
Genres: Thriller & Horror, Cozy Mystery
Summary:
The town is gripped by a big freeze, and blizzard after blizzard has engulfed the feline community, leaving shops and businesses snowbound. Hettie Bagshot and her sidekick, Tilly Jenkins, have found sanctuary by their fireside but soon they are bucketed into a terrifying nightmare, called to investigate the disappearance of the town's kittens as - one by one...2020-02-207h 27