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Mavis Staples

The Vault of Soul: Mavis Staples

June 4, 2021 Discover WERS, The Vault of Soul

Graphics by Ainsley Basic By Nora Onanian, Web Services Coordinator   To celebrate Black Music Month, we are excited to be bringing back our Vault…

Wolf Alice Blue Weekend

Wolf Alice Talks New Album “Blue Weekend”

June 2, 2021 Artist Interviews, Discover WERS

Photo courtesy of Jordan Hemingway U.K. alternative rock group Wolf Alice hasn’t been on tour since December 2018 for their Mercury Prize-winning sophomore album, Visions…

New Discoveries Bleachers

New Discoveries: Bleachers, Leon Bridges, and More

June 1, 2021 Discover WERS, New Discoveries

Graphics by Ainsley Basic BLEACHERS – “STOP MAKING THIS HURT” Jack Antonoff’s band Bleachers is back with an album announcement, tour, and the amazing song…

Howard "D" Simpson

Introducing Our New General Manager, Howard “D” Simpson

June 1, 2021 Discover WERS, WERS Essentials

Photo courtesy of Howard Simpson After 16 dedicated years as WERS’ General Manager, Jack Casey recently announced his retirement from the station. Join us in…

Dropkick Murpys

Pick of the Week: Dropkick Murphys “Queen of Suffolk County”

May 31, 2021 Discover WERS, Pick of the Week

Graphics by Maeve Huttner By Nora Onanian, Web Services Coordinator In classic Dropkick Murphys fashion, “Queen of Suffolk County” is full of attitude and fun….

Sharon Van Etten

New Discoveries: Sharon Van Etten, Angel Olsen, Sleater-Kinney, and More

May 25, 2021 Discover WERS, New Discoveries

Graphics by Ainsely Basic ANJIMILE AND JAY SOM – “IN YOUR EYES” Haunting violin and ethereal vocals help create an immensely unique atmosphere in Anjimile’s…

Pick of the Week Modest Mouse "We Are Between"

Pick of the Week: Modest Mouse “We Are Between”

May 24, 2021 Discover WERS, Pick of the Week

Graphics by Ainsley Basic By Nora Onanian, Web Services Coordinator Six years since their last album, Modest Mouse is back with the release of “We…

Dayglow "Harmony House"

Album Review: Dayglow “Harmony House”

May 23, 2021 Album Review, Discover WERS

Graphics by Ainsley Basic By Tatum Jenkins, Music Coordinator Artist: Dayglow Album: Harmony House Favorite Songs: “Close to You,” “Something,” “Balcony” For Fans Of: Clairo,…

The C Note

Community Saves Local Venue The C Note

May 19, 2021 Discover WERS, Offstage

Photo courtesy of Megan Doherty By Megan Doherty, Staff Writer Like many music venues across the country, The C Note located in Hull, Massachusetts announced…

New Discoveries Cautious Clay

New Discoveries: Cautious Clay, Warpaint, and More

May 19, 2021 Discover WERS, New Discoveries

Graphics by Ainsley Basic CAUTIOUS CLAY – “ROOTS” Blending his smooth voice with silky synths, Cautious Clay gives us another laid-back anthem with “Roots.” The…

Eazy Sleazy Mick Jagger

Pick of the Week: Mick Jagger and Dave Grohl “Eazy Sleazy”

May 17, 2021 Discover WERS, Pick of the Week

Graphics by Maeve Huttner By Nora Onanian, Web Services Coordinator Mick Jagger and Dave Grohl put out the unexpected pandemic anthem “Eazy Sleazy” last month….

Hiss Golden Messenger

Hiss Golden Messenger Speak Their Truth Through Music

May 12, 2021October 20, 2023 Artist Interviews, Discover WERS

Photo courtesy of Hiss Golden Messenger North Carolina-based group Hiss Golden Messenger is set to release their latest studio album, Quietly Blowing It, next month….

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