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The Scoop: Fri. March 14, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
The Bike to Work Ride and Rally in Tampa highlighted new bike routes that the city announced in January.
The Scoop: Wed. March 12, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
Stringed instruments from the Holocaust era will be brought to life in an upcoming concert in St. Petersburg, Florida.
These are some of the best songs and LPs of 2024
My top song of 2024 is Fontaines D.C., Favourite, from their Romance LP. Hurray For the Riff Raff and Waxahatchee also had top LPs.
MUSIC LOVERS! WMNF’s Record & CD Sale Returns – Bigger and Better! Join us for an incredible selection of CDs, LPs at unbeatable prices. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your music collection while supporting...
The symphony of Autism: My son’s special superpowers
As my son turned 15, I found myself reflecting on the unique journey we’ve shared. Like many parents, I believe my child is extraordinary, but not for the reasons you might expect. My son has...
SOTD 8/16/24: Pasta Priest by Soft Cuff
The WMNF Song of the Day is Pasta Priest by Soft Cuff. They are an Instrumental cinematic psych groove from Florida's Gulf Coast.
Soft Cuff shared this about the song: “Written and recorded by Mikey Bostinto...
SOTD: 8/15/24: Koi Pond by Dionysus
The WMNF Song of the Day is Koi Pond by Dionysus. Dionysus is a Gainesville-based band known for their dynamic blend of combination of jazz, house, funk, and hip-hop. Their mission is to foster...
8/13/24 SOTD: Paging Dr. Beef by Sauce Pocket
Sauce Pocket is an up-and-coming band from Jacksonville, known for blending various genres like funk, jazz, and jam into their unique sound. Their music often features groovy basslines, vibrant sax solos creating an infectious, feel-good...
The power of protest: How music amplifies economic and labor rights
For over a century, music has been a potent force in the fight for economic justice and labor rights. Protest songs, in particular, have played a crucial role in raising awareness, fostering solidarity, and inspiring...
Jimmy Buffett will be remembered on Florida roads through a license plate and a highway name
Florida honors Jimmy Buffett, designating Florida A1A as “Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway” and a “Margaritaville” specialty license plate.
Amplifying Pride: The transformative power of music in the LGBTQ+ movement
Throughout history, music has served as an effective means for causing social change, giving a voice to the unheard, and strengthening bonds of solidarity among disadvantaged populations.
A Conversation with Diana Planche aka Set Feux
Exactly at the time scheduled for our Zoom conversation Diana Planche’s radiant smile fills my computer screen. She’s composed and striking, yet she whispers, “I’m nervous.” The Toronto-based singer-songwriter is not new to being in...
