This Just In: Episode 44
Episode 44 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase airing Mondays from 8-9p, airs May 5th, 2025.
This week's playlist:
Webb Wilder - Sorrow [Roots Rock]
Boiler Room Band - Blackthorn [Local, Indie Rock]
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard - Deadstick [Rock]
Pynk Beard - I Lived [Country]
This Sunday on "Hotwax Radio"
“Happiness is a warm puppy.” – Charles M. Schulz
Attention: all dog lovers! Hotwax Radio is broadcasting a special show for “Man’s Best Friend” titled “Walking The Dog.” Come join the White Rabbit as he takes a stroll into canine country, bringing you sounds, music and pure dog waggishness. Remember, “Be Kind To Animals Week” takes place the first full week of May starting this Sunday and hopefully practiced all year - and every year.
This Sunday on "WHFR PRESENTS"
Join Missy J on Sunday, May 4th from 4 until 7pm as WHFR PRESENTS THE GOSPEL MUSICAL LEGACY OF THE "MAESTRO" THOMAS ANTHONY WHITFIELD.
Detroit, Stand Up for the Legendary Detroit Emeralds!
This Sunday, May 4th, from 1:00-4:00 PM, get ready for a soul-stirring experience as the legendary Detroit Emeralds bring their smooth R&B and Classic Soul magic live on WHFR 89.3 FM during The Rhythmic Ride Radio Show with Ms. Marjon!
Don’t miss a special live interview at 2:00 PM, where Ms. Marjon will sit down with the Detroit Emeralds to dive into their incredible musical journey and the inspiration behind their timeless sound.
About the Detroit Emeralds:
Visit WHFR’s Tent at Green Brain Comics During FREE COMIC BOOK DAY!
Have you ever wanted to meet a WHFR DJ?
Would you like to score some free WHFR promo items?
What about free comic books?
Your chance to do all that and more is coming up this weekend when WHFR celebrates Free Comic Book Day at Green Brain Comics in Dearborn. In addition to a special selection of free comics being offered by Green Brain, you can pick up some free WHFR swag, and maybe even meet a few of your favorite WHFR on-air personalities!
This Just In: Episode 43
Episode 43 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase airing Mondays from 8-9p, airs April 28th, 2025.
This week's playlist:
Tara Chugh - Rising [Metal]
Mäsqueräde - Crawl Out [Metal]
BIG BRAVE - innominate No vi [Experimental / Noise]
Crossword Smiles - Falling All Over Myself [Local / Indie Rock]
Ultraviolet Ray - Ain't Just For Tonight [Electronic / Dance]
Steve Gregory - After School [Jazz / Americana]
Hiromi ft. Sonic Wonder & Michelle Willis - Pendulum [Jazz]
TOP TEN BLUES for April 2025
Please join Highway 61 for the best in new Blues releases and local area Artists' music every Friday, 2:00 – 6:00pm, with host DJ~KittyLuv;) 'making~waves'. Here is our latest Top Ten Blues new releases being aired at WHFR-FM 89.3:
"WHFR PRESENTS" Wishes You A Happy MOTHER'S Day
On Sunday May 11, FROM 1:00-4:00PM EDT WHFR PRESENTS will feature three hours of the music of Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention for your listening and dancing pleasure.
Frank Zappa (1940-1993) was known to some as an eclectic rock musician but his work spanned across rock, jazz, modern classical and synth music. Going beyond his provocative lyrics and social commentary, Zappa's music incorporated the work of modern composers, jazz and the avant-garde.
WHFR Journal: Ride for Charity with Kyle Petty and HFC's Barrett Creative Writing Awards - Tune In April 25th at 1pm
Join us for this week's high energy and creative WHFR Journal tomorrow, 4/25/25 at 1pm as we chat with legendary former NASCAR driver and current racing analyst Kyle Petty regarding the 29th Anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America… and it’s making a stop in Dearborn, Michigan! Kyle will share the cause behind this important event and ways you can get involved. Also, this year marks the 50th anniversary of HFC's Creative Writing Competition, the Francis G. Barrett Creative Writing Contest.
This Just In: Episode 42
Episode 42 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase airing Mondays from 8-9p, airs April 21st, 2025.
This week's playlist:
Vince Guaraldi Trio - Fly Me To The Moon (Remastered 2025) [Jazz / Soundtrack]
Bardo ft. Combo Chimbita - Renacer [World / Indie]
Matt Berninger - Bonnet Of Pins [Indie Rock]
Marina Yozora - Daffodils [Indie / Dream Pop]
The Finesse - Soul On Fire (Scott Yoshimura Remix) [R&B / Soul]
WHFR Journal Features Dearborn's State of the City, Earth Day Info and More -- Tune in 4/19/25 at 1pm
On this week's WFR Journal tomorrow at 1pm, we're pleased to air the State of the City speech from Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud from his address took place on Tuesday. Also, we'll share a PRX piece from 2023 featuring Arturo Sandoval, in honor of Earth Day, who spoke about the day itself, and his work. Arturo is the founding director of the Center of Southwest Culture and the Western Regional Coordinator for the very first Earth Day. To those that celebrate, Happy Passover, Happy Easter, and Happy Earth Day!
A Big Radiothon “Thank You” From Theme Attic!
There are never any expectations when doing a show during Radiothon—the pledge drive week for WHFR. However, the generosity of our listeners during Theme Attic and other shows was wonderful to experience!
This Just In: Episode 41
Episode 41 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase airing Mondays from 8-9p, airs April 14th, 2025.
This week's playlist:
Katatonia - Lilac [Metal / World]
Bob Mould - Here We Go Crazy [Indie Rock]
Σtella - Caravan [Indie / Alternative]
Meta-Tae - Paradise [Neo Soul]
Big Special - This Here Ain't Water [Indie / Alternative]
DARKSIDE - Heavy Is Good For This [Electronic / Art Rock]
googly eyes - 5 More Minutes [Indie Pop]
Young Gun Silver Fox - Stevie & Sly [Indie / Funk]