WTSQ 88.1 FM - The Status Quo - RSS Artists - LOCAL WTSQ 88.1 FM - The Status Quo - RSS Artists - LOCAL Zend_Feed_Writer 1.21.1 (http://framework.zend.com) https://www.wtsq.org Ally Fletcher Sat, 08 Jul 2023 13:08:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/ally-fletcher-21 024e98413aa7f6566bb7dddd4d9750da633a1f34 Ally Fletcher grew up in a Huntington-based family that played music and valued music.

Location: Huntington, WV






]]> Andrew Adkins Mon, 15 Jan 2024 23:29:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/andrew-adkins-32 9a45f54de5fa3f0a55699be8877a9a567b1b3712 “Andrew Adkins is without a doubt the embodiment of the current state of roots music in West Virginia, as well as it’s most profound songwriter” -No Depression Magazine

After seven years of fronting the popular Appalachian Stompgrass band The Wild Rumpus at countless festivals, concerts and clubs including Merlefest, Bristol Rhythm and Roots, and the AMA (American Music Association) as well as writing nearly all of the songs for their 3 studio albums, Andrew has now firmly established his own voice with the release of his 4th solo album. “Who I Am” on Mountain Soul Records.  (Full Article @ Purple Fiddle)

Location: Fayetteville, WV



]]> Blue Twisted Steel Sun, 04 Feb 2024 21:36:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/blue-twisted-steel-46 1d5261674ec665078c56168a2dffc96ce3c04c2e Formerly known as the band "Marguerite," Blue Twisted Steel is a husband-and-wife lead band based out of Charleston, WV. Members include: Josiah & Abigail Spangler and Evan Olds. Blue Twisted's upcoming EP "Intro," set to be released in mid-2022, includes original post-americana songs with genre-blending arrangements and undertones of psychedelia. The band's recent reformation began in the summer of 2021 after a four year hiatus from performing. During these four years the band wrote the songs for Intro, as well as several others, and finally began tracking in July of 2021. The upcoming EP was recorded and engineered in the Appalachian mountains of West Virginia by Kenneth Clutter, mixed by Rick Kwan, and mastered by Matthew Agoglia of The Ranch Mastering

Location: Charleston, WV



]]> Bob Thompson Mon, 05 Feb 2024 17:43:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/bob-thompson-62 40b91ccdd0f5bfbb3f172bec9639e9ee4f42b325 Born 1942, Jamaica, Queens, NY

Moving to West Virginia in the mid-’60s to attend then West Virginia State College, pianist Bob Thompson is perhaps the state’s best-loved musician and ambassador of jazz. He has touched many people’s lives both as an entertainer and a teacher. (Full Article Here)

Location: Charleston, WV





]]> BRRO Sun, 25 Aug 2024 13:29:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/brro-83 8c26be162642f5b81618276d2ab25716280a884c BRRO is a rock band out of Charleston, West Virginia. Their roots are folk, rock, and blues with a little metal and reggae mixed in. BRRO crafts a unique and captivating  sound exemplified by their lead electric violist. With groovy bass lines and soulful melodies, their songs are instantly enjoyable.   One moment the crowd is rocking their heads, the next they're thinking deep and in the end everyone's dancing; that's BRRO music!

Location: Charleston, WV





]]> Bug Kinder-Schulyer Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:11:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/bug-kinder-schulyer-90 a9281dd79c357a96daac078cc9cfa8838981f0cd Check out Bug on her Instagram page for her appearances: @bugswrrrld

]]> CHARBELLE Sat, 27 Jan 2024 11:55:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/charbelle-43 1266313647a5405026e785e36cb92901766d48fd The Ted Kaczynski of bedroom pop

Location: Charleston, WV



]]> Dinosaur Burps Sat, 08 Jul 2023 12:51:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/dinosaur-burps-19 689994eea28661e164216d64d78d8f537466c038 Fronted by B. Rude and DJ Sqweazle , Dinosaur Burps are cerebral, yet goofy and endearing -- with raps that flow so quickly you might miss something deep while being distracted by your own laughter.

Location: Charleston, WV





]]> Duck City Music Sat, 08 Jul 2023 14:05:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/duck-city-music-27 b49d9cb67cea21c54d50cc530680bf91d6ee39c2 Duck City Music is a hip-hop movement which originated in Rand, West Virginia. (The hometown of NFL Hall Of Famer Randy Moss. Rand University )
While constantly recording new music, Duck City recently released 16 tracks for the "Timbz And Hoodiez" MIXTAPE. The mixtape consists of MCs CHJ (CookieHead Jenkins) and Ndakut over strictly Alchemist produced instrumentals. This project is sure turn heads, open ears, and gain new listeners and fans. To add a little extra flavor to this mixtape, Duck City Music reached out to Ty Nitty of The Infamous Mobb to host this project. Ty Nitty has himself rhymed over numerous Alchemist tracks. 

Location: Charleston, WV





]]> Emmalea Deal & The Hot Mess Fri, 05 Jan 2024 14:32:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/emmalea-deal-the-hot-mess-28 261307cb51382780f8890d7c6bc1143620e7b8bd Alternative Rock/Pop Punk from Summersville, WV

Emmalea Deal & The Hot Mess is an electrifying alternative rock group originating in West Virginia. The band was properly established in 2023 by Emmalea Deal (rhythm guitar/vocals), Jarod Kerns (drums), plus new arrivals Josh Adams (lead guitar) and Cody Engnes (bass). 

Frontwoman Emmalea was only thirteen when she embarked on her musical journey. Through different projects, touring, and genre changes over the last decade she grew into a captivating force within the local alternative/diy scene. 

The four have since come together to unleash a gritty fusion of powerful vocals, clever lyrics, and insatiable riffs. Sounding sonically diverse within their songs, ranging from haunting female rage to pop-punk anthems and grungy garage rock. 



]]> Golden Fri, 26 Jan 2024 20:54:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/golden-41 5e2a5ab149361512cd7ff99e2a75aee161523583 charleston, wv musical unit which rocks and or rolls

Location: Charleston, WV



]]> Hurl Brickbat Mon, 05 Feb 2024 15:43:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/hurl-brickbat-54 396a2f728ef6e9c859c1bfa8546a2422d13ec37c Hurl Brickbat is a hard rock group from Charleston, West Virginia, formed in March of 2015. With various lineup changes, the band finally found a solid foundation in 2017 with the lineup consisting of Chris Carter on guitar and lead vocals, James Hairston on drums and Stephen Harper on Bass. Their influences vary from 90's alternative rock/metal, late 90's/early 2000's progressive rock, and bits of psychedelic and romanticized atmosphere in the mix. Their first album, which was self titled, was released on March 31st of 2017. The album was produced by Aaron Fisher, and mixed by Micah Carli of Popside Recording in Troy, Ohio. Their second album, "Blooms" was released on May 22nd, 2021, and was mixed/produced by Brad Kinder and Tony Daniels of Big River Records. Hurl Brickbat is continuing to do more work, and is hoping to release more material in the near future. (Full Article Here)

Location: Charleston, WV



]]> James Romano Mon, 28 Jul 2025 23:21:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/james-romano-91 9aebf8c8819b8d631a49c796e1961bb7f11a48c5 James Romano is a Brazilian-Italian guitarist and singer currently living in Charleston WV. With his roots in rock music, from The Beatles to Guns N’ Roses, he combines those influences with the music he grew up around in Brazil to create a unique musical experience. 

At the age of 16 he recorded his first record with his high school rock trio “The Hills” (released in 2024), which was heavily inspired by the big hard rock groups (AC/DC, Foo Fighters..), as well as alternative rock groups (Radiohead, Oasis). 

After leaving Brazil, James started his solo career as a singer-songwriter, lead guitarist for other artists, and formed the acoustic-comedy duo “2 Roommates” with his college roommate Kelton Boblits. Combining Beatles covers with comedy, blues, jazz, bossa nova, and different mashups, the duo has performed in several venues around WV. 

Currently James is working on his debut solo album “Before We Even Make It” which will be released in early 2026, while also working on both solo performances and shows with “2 Roommates”


]]> Jerks! Sun, 04 Feb 2024 21:42:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/jerks-47 6011eee45180d160bf102d2efe541f6d220b771c Focused on high energy performances and good ol' fashioned lip service, Jerks! are committed to engaging in shenanigans with whomever decides to partake.

Location: Charleston, WV







]]> Jim Polak Sat, 08 Jul 2023 12:59:00 +0000 https://www.wtsq.org/artists/jim-polak-20 7fa6cf11a5cf6d378f9e87123e68fc0ac3a383c6 The object of your desire, eternally unattainable. Adored by all.

Location: Huntington, WV





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