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07/28/2025

Check out the TMD hat!!

07/28/2025

Such a thrill to present Several Species: The PINK FLOYD Experience at Goucher’s historic Kraushaar Auditorium Saturday night. It was an all-seated show, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s classic album “Wish You Were Here.”

The 11-piece band brought their stellar production — from laser lights and surround sound to a giant flying pig — and the sold-out crowd of 950 people loved it.

This is the first show of its kind at Kraushaar in years, and hopefully the first of more to come!

Many thanks to Goucher for hosting us, the band, Paul Manna of 24-7 Entertainment and Ryan Glaeser for helping make this possible.

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07/27/2025

Today on Detour, the Folk, Roots, and World Music Show – Remembering Dave Cousins of the Strawbs; New music by Saha Gnawa and The Faux Paws; Old music by Trad.Attack! and Bruce Cockburn w/Rob Wasserman; Music from England, South Africa, Estonia, Sweden/Denmark/Belgium, Venezuela/USA, Scotland, Denmark, Canada, and Cape Verde plus plenty from the USA; and I'd like to move on and lose the crooked stovepipe. Sundays, 5-7 PM EDT on 89.7 FM and Wednesdays at noon EDT on WTMD HD2; also streaming on wtmd.org, smart speakers, and WTMD smartphone apps. The show is archived at DetourRadio.com. Follow the link for the Detour playlist and audio for Sunday, July 27th. (photo: Saha Gnawa)

https://detourradio.com/2025/07/27/playlist-for-sunday-july-27th-2/

The Folk, Roots, and World Music Show, Sundays 5-7PM Eastern Time on 89.7 FM WTMD, Towson/Baltimore, MD and on wtmd.org

07/24/2025

Chuck Mangione, the jazz flugelhorn and trumpet player whose catchy instrumental 'Feels So Good' made the pop top 10, has died at 84.

07/22/2025

RIP to a pioneer. Just weeks after his farewell show. He did make it to 76, though -- no small feat given his tendencies. Ozzy you will be missed!!

Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Prince of Darkness, has died.

07/22/2025

We talk about the power of music all the time! Sharing a beautiful from one of our Account Executives, Rick M.:

"With everything going on in our world, I thought some 'Big, Big Love' from Michael Franti and Spearhead might cheer up the mood.

My family and I went to see Michael Franti & Spearhead in concert at Freeman Arts Pavillion and this happened. For those of you who know my son Griffin, you understand the significance of these photos.

Griffin went to the concert rocking a WTMD hat. Two songs into the concert, Michael and Griffin exchanged fist bumps AND hats!

With the help of my daughter Alexis, Griffin sang with Michael on a small stage and later got to dance on the big stage with a big group of kids. Michael Franti literally sported the WTMD hat the ENTIRE concert.

Just a cool night with an amazing, loving artist. I just had to share the love he gave us and WTMD."

Have a you want to share with our community of listeners? Let us know! Email our midday host, Megan, at [email protected].

Keep spreadin' the love!

07/22/2025

Baltimore, RSVP to WTMD's First Thursday Festival - August 7, 2025—Baltimore’s biggest and best free music festival—presented by The CFG Bank and the Maryland Energy Administration. ☀

Join us in celebrating our 20th season all summer long at Canton Waterfront Park. The fun begins at 5:30 and goes until 10 PM. As always, thanks to member support, admission is FREE. 🎶

You’re not going to want to miss our August 7th show! We’re bringing together soulful powerhouses, raw Americana, and infectious indie-pop for an unforgettable night on the waterfront! 🌅

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Headliner: Oh He Dead

Our headliner will bring their brand of new soul just a short jaunt up I-95 to Canton Waterfront Park. Hailed by The Washington Post for their “infectious and soulful sound,” the D.C.-based five-piece, Oh He Dead has been capturing hearts nationwide with their heartfelt, funky, rock-infused sound.

Founded in 2015 by singer CJ Johnson and guitarist Andy Valenti, the close-knit crew is celebrated for putting on one heck of a live show, as “Johnson ‘maneuvers her powerful voice — a combination of Stevie Nicks and Tracy Chapman’ (Kojo Nnamdi) in rhythm with the band’s “sublime instrumentation” (NPR).

Oh He Dead’s music is deeply rooted in storytelling, with Johnson often drawing from personal experiences to craft lyrics that are both humorous and profoundly relatable.

“My favorite artists are still Sade, Kings of Leon, and Stevie Nicks,” says Oh He Dead frontwoman CJ Johnson. “Combined, they have the rasp, the sexiness, and the storytelling. That is what I aim to be myself: a raspy, sexy, storyteller.”

Prepare for an explosive performance! Their intimate yet electrifying live performances “are basically one big hug” (bighassle.com).

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Second Act: Kashus Culpepper

Straight from Alexander City, Alabama, Kashus Culpepper has lived a million different lives. It’s no wonder his music doesn’t easily fit into one box. This 26-year-old former construction worker/firefighter/EMT/Navy veteran is a true student of Southern music—masterfully weaving together country, soul, blues, folk, and rock. His husky, freight-train growl carries self-penned stories that are as raw and real as they are haunting.

Culpepper first discovered his voice singing in church at age five, and later, during a Navy deployment in Spain, picked up a guitar, turning covers into his own unique, Delta-infused country sound.

With influences ranging from Stevie Wonder and Howlin’ Wolf to Chris Stapleton and Ray Lamontagne, Culpepper offers a sound that is both deeply familiar and strikingly original. Prepare to be moved by his powerful delivery and genuine artistry.

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Local Opener: Plant Dad

Representing Baltimore’s thriving music scene, Plant Dad—the brainchild of singer-songwriter, composer, and arranger Ralph Bernabe.

His playful blend of 80’s electronic, alternative rock, and folk has made them a mainstay on the WTMD airwaves for a reason.

Joined by Jake Fine on drums, Jack Jahries on bass, Matt Hurd on guitar, and Noelle Acaso on keyboard, Plant Dad effortlessly blends indie and alternative rock, R&B, hip-hop, folk, and pop into a genre-defying sonic experience with upbeat rhythms, catchy hooks, and a palpable sense of joy.

Plant Dad aims to start a party with every song they perform… and you best believe they’re cranking it to 11 for First Thursdays!

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Dance the evening away on Baltimore’s scenic waterfront; enjoy delicious local fare from a variety of food and beverage vendors; and support over 100 local artisans, makers, and manufacturers. For more details, visit wtmd.org/firstthursdays.

There’s something for everyone at First Thursdays… it’s where community happens.

Mark your calendars! We’ll see you real soon, Baltimore!

First Thursdays are made possible in part by the William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund and the Dan Tamburrino Memorial Fund.

Art by: Alex Fine (alexfine.com)

07/20/2025

Today on Detour, the Folk, Roots, and World Music Show – New music by The Horsenecks and Grain Thief; Old music by Dar Williams and Ray Lema/Tyour Gnaoua; Music from Senegal, Finland, Nigeria, Scotland, Canada, Somalia, USA/England/Senegal/France, Dem. Rep. of the Congo/Morocco, England, and Denmarkplus plenty from the USA; and it's 54 miles to the outlaw weasel. Sundays, 5-7 PM EDT on 89.7 FM and Wednesdays at noon EDT on WTMD HD2; also streaming on wtmd.org, smart speakers, and WTMD smartphone apps. The show is archived at DetourRadio.com. Follow the link for the Detour playlist and audio for Sunday, July 20th. (photo of Brass Queens by Marc Basch)

https://detourradio.com/2025/07/20/playlist-for-sunday-july-20th-2/

The Folk, Roots, and World Music Show, Sundays 5-7PM Eastern Time on 89.7 FM WTMD, Towson/Baltimore, MD and on wtmd.org

07/20/2025

Tune in Monday at 9:30 AM to the WTMD Morning Show with Alex Cortright. He's sitting down with Kerry Gordy (son of Barry Gordy—producer, songwriter, and founder of Motown Records) and Margo Precht Speciale (granddaughter of Ed Sullivan)—producers of the new documentary, Sunday Best.

Sunday Best: The Ed Sullivan Documentary discusses how Ed Sullivan's Sunday night variety show broke barriers by giving artists of color a platform on primetime television when no one else did. This documentary spotlights the TV pioneer's legacy of equality and premieres tomorrow on Netflix.

07/19/2025

07/17/2025

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