Category Archives: Through The Static

Through the Static Episode 10 – 08/31/23

Woooooo episode 10 already! Thank you all so much for listening, and feel free to listen to the recording attached if you missed out on the live show.

  • Peaches – Presidents of the United States of America
  • Fishing for Fishies – King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard
  • Footsteps – Brian Eno & John Cale
  • All For Leyna – Billy Joel
  • Francesca – Hozier
  • Nina Cried Power – Hozier
  • 1937 State Park – Car Seat Headrest
  • I Got My Tooth Removed – 100 gecs
  • Is it Cold in the Water? – SOPHIE
  • Teardrop – Massive Attack
  • Crooked Teeth – Death Cab for Cutie

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Through the Static Episode 9 – 08/24/23

Queuing up classics from the CKMS database. Enjoy the afternoon and the weekend!

  • Decades – Joy Divison
  • Peg – Steely Dan
  • Questions 67 and 68 – Chicago
  • The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald – Gordon Lightfoot
  • Behind Blue Eyes – The Who
  • Green Onions – Booker T. & the MGs
  • Lust for Life – Iggy Pop
  • An Old Fashioned Love Song – Three Dog Night
  • Roundabout – Yes
  • Cygnus X-1 – Rush
  • California Dreamin’ – The Mamas and the Papas

Through the Static Episode 8 – 08/17/23

In the studio this week and bringing a mix of artists from all over the world, spanning from mellow tunes to gritty cult classics.

  • Slow – Black Midi
  • Carol – Slint
  • For My Lover – Tracy Chapman
  • Confessions – Violent Femmes
  • Kiss Off – Violent Femmes
  • Maria Tambien – Khruangbin
  • Afrique Victime – Mdou Moctar
  • Kollage – Carly Rae Jepsen
  • Wasted on You – Andy Shauf
  • Break Up – Leanne Betasamosake Simpson
  • Hope – Arlo Parks

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Through the Static Episode 7 – 08/10/23

A more laid-back show today, we’re back in the studio after a stormy afternoon and playing tracks spanning decades and genres. Enjoy!

  • Twenty-Four Hours – Joy Division
  • Army of Me – Bjork
  • Simulation Swarm – Big Thief
  • The Roving – Bonny Light Horseman
  • Darkness Darkness – Kieran Hebden & William Tyler
  • Speaking Terms – Snail Mail
  • Strangelove – Depeche Mode
  • The Killing Moon – Echo and the Bunnymen
  • Ghost – Machine Girl
  • Head Alone – Julia Jacklin
  • Little Birds (Live 2014) – Neutral Milk Hotel

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Through the Static Episode 6 – 08/03/23

Out of town this week, but never fear! I’ve cued up some gems from the CKMS database, a lot of older classics that throw me back to high school. Enjoy!

  • Decades – Joy Division
  • New Kid in Town – The Eagles
  • Carey – Joni Mitchell
  • Love Her Madly – The Doors
  • When the Music’s Over – The Doors
  • Heart-Shaped Box – Nirvana
  • Burning Down the House – Talking Heads
  • Rumpofsteelskin – Parliament
  • Somebody to Love – Jefferson Airplane
  • Scarborough Fair – Simon and Garfunkel
  • Burning for You – Blue Oyster Cult
  • Oh! Sweet Nuthin’ – The Velvet Underground

Through the Static Episode 5 – 07/27/23

A mix of chugging synths, upbeat indie, and slow, sluggy jazz for a hot and muggy Thursday afternoon. Episode recording also included in case you couldn’t make it, or just want to listen again, so enjoy!

  • Chicago – Sufjan Stevens
  • Zero – Smashing Pumpkins
  • Jig of Life – Kate Bush
  • Igor’s Theme – Tyler, the Creator
  • Cosmic Strut – Mahavishnu Orchestra
  • All Blues – Miles Davis
  • On the Bound – Fiona Apple
  • Bad Luck Again – Rural Alberta Advantage
  • Son of Sam – Elliot Smith
  • Ordunun Dereleri – Altin Gun

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Through the Static Episode 3 – 07/13/23

Ok, we’re really doing this now! A combination of playing my own records and queueing up music online, this time it’s real and in person! This episode is a bit of a post-punk spectacular (unintentionally) but you’ll still find a good variety.

  • Sunglasses – Black Country, New Road
  • Washer – Slint
  • Sisyphus – Andrew Bird
  • Neighbourhood #2 (Laika) – Arcade Fire
  • Swing (In a Dream) – Squid
  • Ghosted – Scenario
  • Jigsaw Falling Into Place – Radiohead
  • Muddy Water – King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard

Through the Static Episode 2 – 07/06/23

A collection of songs from the CKMS Libretime database queued up by myself.

  • Decades – Joy Division
  • 5 Days in May – Blue Rodeo
  • Zanzibar – Billy Joel
  • Xanadu – Rush
  • Sundown – Gordon Lightfoot
  • After the Gold Rush – Neil Young
  • Hey Nineteen – Steeley Dan
  • And I Love Her – The Beatles
  • Three to Get Ready – Dave Brubeck
  • Cemetery Gates – The Smiths
  • Disarm – Smashing Pumpkins
  • Hey Joe – Jimi Hendrix

Through the Static Episode 1 – 06/29/23

A collection of songs from the CKMS Libretime database, queued up by myself.

  • Decades – Joy Division
  • The Spirit of Radio – Rush
  • Cinderella Man – Rush
  • 2 + 2 = 5 – Radiohead
  • The Passenger – Iggy Pop
  • Stiletto – Billy Joel
  • She Has Funny Cars – Jefferson Airplane
  • 21st Century Schizoid Man – King Crimson
  • Peaches En Regalia – Frank Zappa
  • Rapture – Blondie
  • Wheat Kings – The Tragically Hip
  • Blackstar – David Bowie

Through The Static

Through The Static The show where we play a little bit of everything! From beloved classics to cult classics, songs I’ve loved for years, or songs I’ve just discovered, every week I bring in my records and take you through the static to sonic delights and peculiarities alike.

Through The Static is hosted by Jordan Kalist and airs on CKMS-FM on Wednesday from 9:00pm to 10:00pm with a #Replay on Saturday from 11:00am to Noon.

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Recent Episodes

Through the Static Episode 58 – 16/04/2025 Taking you around the country tonight to bring you some fun Canadian tunes, and a couple non-Canadian ones that just make me feel happy 🙂 Sit back and enjoy! Smile Like You Mean It – The Killers Plants – Crumb It – Rheostatics Saskatchewan – Rheostatics Wheat Kings – The Tragically Hip Shaking All Over … Continue reading Through the Static Episode 58 – 16/04/2025
Through the Static Episode 57 – 02/04/25 As the seasons change and lives come and go, it can be hard to find any ounce of consistency. But really, it’s the coming and going itself that is the certainty, and even though it might seem turbulent at times there is comfort to be found in endless things: family, friends, hobbies, cloudless skies, a … Continue reading Through the Static Episode 57 – 02/04/25
Through the Static Episode 56 – 26/03/25 The sun is out again (for now) and we’re spinning sunny tunes and some deep cuts tonight on Through the Static to take you from the sunny day to the starry night. Vicious – Lou Reed Modern Girl – Sleater-Kinney Vital Signs – Rush The Camera Eye – Rush Boys – Indigo De Souza Take … Continue reading Through the Static Episode 56 – 26/03/25
Through the Static Episode 55 – 12/03/25 March is here and spring is springing! Playing some indie tunes to reflect the warming weather and longer days (though that cold is still sticking around for now). Check out this episode for the usual mix of genres and moods, whatever best fits your evening! Vehicle – Ides of March Waiting For The Sun – … Continue reading Through the Static Episode 55 – 12/03/25
Through the Static Episode 54 – 26/02/25 Powering through the technical issues to bring you another episode of Through the Static! Whether you’re going for a night walk in the nice cool air, winding down with a cup of tea, or just starting your night, we’ve got music, stories, and vibes for you! Snow (Hey Oh) – Red Hot Chilli Peppers Building … Continue reading Through the Static Episode 54 – 26/02/25
Through the Static Episode 53 – 05/02/25 A bit of a Grammy’s highlights edition today (but also just some random stuff I enjoy); here’s to all the amazing artists of today, yesterday, and tomorrow!! (some light profanity in some of the selections tonight 🙂 BODYGUARD – Beyonce Red Wine Supernova – Chappell Roan Pink Pony Club – Chappell Roan reincarnated – Kendrick … Continue reading Through the Static Episode 53 – 05/02/25
Through the Static Episode 52 – 29/01/25 At the tail end of January we are cozying up, appreciating the now, and looking forward to the warmer and brighter days ahead. Tunes to drive, drink hot cocoa, or call up an old friend to. Right Back to It – Waxahatchee & MJ Lenderman That’s How I’m Feeling – Jack White Old Scratch Blues … Continue reading Through the Static Episode 52 – 29/01/25
Through the Static Episode 51 – 22/01/25 It’s a cold one out there tonight, so we’ve got some chilly and chill tracks to hopefully warm you up a bit (even if just in spirit :). Thank you as always for listening to Through the Static. Cold Cold Cold – Cage the Elephant Crying – Bjork Flipside – Norah Jones Freddie Freeloader – … Continue reading Through the Static Episode 51 – 22/01/25
Through the Static Episode 50 – 15/01/25 Cheers to 50 episodes of Through the Static! While the theme tonight isn’t necessarily celebratory, it is (in my opinion) a good reflection of the type of stuff we like to explore here on Through the Static. So thank you all for listening, and here’s to the next 50 episodes!! Cruise Control – Nebullama Love … Continue reading Through the Static Episode 50 – 15/01/25
Through the Static Episode 49 – 08/01/25 First show back in a new year and broadcasting on a cold winter’s night. Songs to ring in the new year, to curl up next to a warm fire (or heated blanket), or just to (hopefully) bring a sense of peace. The Book of Love – The Magnetic Zeros Blue Rondo a La Turk – … Continue reading Through the Static Episode 49 – 08/01/25

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