It’s a whistle while you work type of night here on Through the Static! Playing a selection of songs from a variety of genres that all have whistling in them, so whistle while you work! (or listen, or whatever you might be up to 🙂
Playing some rainy-day tunes for you on a very wet and windy spring day. Whether you’re celebrating international goth day, dancing around in your bedroom, or just staying warm and dry, we’ve got all the tunes to accompany whatever you’re up to!
Through the Static’s 60th episode! (and my belated birthday episode 🙂 Exploring a mix of old and new, popular and a bit more behind the scenes, upbeat and cheery vs dark and moody. Enjoy the mix!
The Golden MP3 Awards were given out at the Radio Waterloo Membership Appreciation Night on Saturday 15 March 2025 to shows that aired in 2024.
If you’ve won an award but didn’t make it to Membership Appreciation Night then you can pick up your award certificates at the studio, in the file holder under the deposit box.
Given to a show that exemplifies what Community Radio is all about. First awarded in 2013, then known as The Local Hero Award. Last year’s winner was Atardecer Ranchero (Felix Grande).
Awarded to a great Long Playing show that has been on the air for three or more years. First awarded in 2013. Last year’s winner was Interzone (Coral Andrews).
Either best show expanding the cultural diversity of the station or a show that features many diverse cultures or features a culture that is under-represented in the area. First awarded in 2016. Last year’s winner was Mazaj Show (Bassam Awwad).
Awarded to the show with best supporting images either through a poster, logo, or website posts. First awarded in 2015. Last year’s winner was From The Void (Chris Sherren).
Awarded to a show that is very original and can only be found on Radio Waterloo. First awarded in 2014. Last year’s winner was Unlimited Fortune (Stephen Baltus, John Keating).
The name is an homage to the old sonic boom awards and is given to a show playing great music. First awarded as a Golden MP3 Award in 2018, but dates back to at least 2006. Last year’s winner was Truth Radio (Mandeep Chagger).
SoundFM Soldier: Jeff Stager — (Programming Committee Coordinator)
The SoundFM Soldier award is given to members who have put in a lot of work behind the scenes to keep Radio Waterloo Community Radio alive. The name is an homage to the past nickname of the station and the hard work that people did at that time to move the station from the UW campus and to become its own entity) *This award is often given to two people. First awarded as a Golden MP3 Award in 2013, but dates back to the time the transmitter was relocated to the Albert Street location (2008?). Last year’s winners were Gary Van Osch and Barbara Urbach for painting the studio.
Given to the show that best utilizes the studio video system to support their program. First awarded in 2018, then called Video King The Radio Star. Last year’s winner was Community Connections (Jenniefer Stronge, Jeff Stager, Bob Jonkman).
Given to the best 1-2 seamless transition programs on Radio Waterloo. First awarded in 2018. Last year’s winners were Wax Jungle (Raph Kanai, Maciek Gudrymowicz, Carmelo Farruggio) and Pressure Drop (Nat Persaud).
The Bandwidth Crew in 2024 was:
William Bernier
Charlie Dickson
William Dolson
Siimar Leen Kaur
Catherine Maddock
Bastian Perez
Emma Schuster
Jess Xu
Joyce Yang
Chris Barclay
Celina Cayabyab
Fio Gandola
Sahal Sajeer
Arya Shababi
Nicholas Verberk
Local Liaison of Canada — CKMS News — Dan Kellar and MP Holmes
Given to a DJ who puts local stories on a national level. First awarded in 2013, then called Community Champion. Last Year’s winner was Let’s Chit Chat with Narine Dat (Narine Dat Sookram).
Award is given to a FUN spirit during our fundraising efforts. First awarded in 2016. Last year’s winner was Carmelo Farruggio.
Robot Apocalypse Remote Broadcast: Late Night Vibes — Maciek Gudrymowicz
Given to the show that best uses Remote Live-To-Air. First awarded in 2020 when Remote Live-To-Air kits were made available to keep programmers on the air during Covid 19. Last year’s winner was Virasat Radio (Baljinder Tamber).
Boomerang Award — DJ Bridge (Sedrick Thomas) of Megamix Show
For long ago programmers who have come back. (Not selected on form, it’s just awarded…) First conceived in 2023, but not awarded until now.
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!
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 favourite meal, and music. Sharing music tonight to help take you through whatever might be happening, good or bad, or just to be a temporary soundtrack. Either way, enjoy 🙂
Bridge Over Troubled Water – Simon & Garfunkel
Arias & Symphonies – Spoons
The Heavens Flock – Eriks Esenvalds (performed by the University of Waterloo Chamber Choir)
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.
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!
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!
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 🙂
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.
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.
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 is Everywhere – Magdalena Bay
Lovely Day – Bill Withers
Bridge of Doom – DOOM GONG
The Man of Metropolis Steals Our Hearts – Sufjan Stevens
They Are Zombies!! They Are Neighbours!! They Have Come From the Dead!! Ahhhh! – Sufjan Stevens
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.
On a cool winter’s night, tune in to some laid-back jazzy jams, indie darlings, and folky love songs to warm you up. Through the Static is here to ease you into the nighttime, and maybe broaden your horizons a bit along the way.
On a chilly late November night, settle into some late-night tunes. From expansive concept albums, to Motown-inspired sounds of the 80s, to modern experimental rock, we’ve got everything you need to take you through the static into the night!
Finally broadcasting again, breaking through the static, through the pouring rain, and through the technical difficulties to bring you the first show of November. From classic 80s tracks, to shipping ballads, to Canadian indie, we’re bringing you voices and sounds from all over the country and beyond!
The Cut-Up (Breaking Glass) – Boys Brigade
The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald – Gordon Lightfoot
Through the Static Spooky Special!! It’s the night before Halloween and to celebrate I’m playing some fun and spooky tracks, so sit back and sing along!
Witchy Woman – Eagles
Science Fiction/Double Feature – The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Back in the studio spinning all kinds of tracks; from Bossa Nova-influenced jams, to singer-songwriter influences, to the pioneering sounds of Miles Davis, we’ve got it all here to take you through the evening!
Terra – Geordie Greep
Alameda – Elliot Smith
Punisher – Phoebe Bridgers
Halloween – Phoebe Bridgers
Freddie Freeloader – Miles Davis
Sanctuary – Miles Davis
(having trouble uploading the recording right now, will try to get it up asap 🙂
Fall is here, the leaves are browning and the air is cooling. (Hopefully) fitting this weather is a soundtrack that spans cultures, languages, and generations to get you cozied up in these cooler days!
Fall is here! (sort of) It is now officially fall, and even though the temperatures haven’t dropped as much as some of us would like, the gloomier weather is moving in and signaling the start of spooky season. Starting off with some classic new wave songs to get in that “spooky” mood, then following with synth-pop, avante-garde what-chya-ma-call-it, and singer-songwriter indie rock, we’re kicking off fall here on Through the Static!
Please forgive my low tech Yenny moment and forgetting to turn off airtime! Luckily I caught it! I hope you all enjoy wonderful Jordan sharing her attitude and music! Find her show Through the Static on Wednesdays at 9:00 PM!!!
We’re finally back, and for good! After a pretty sporadic and crazy summer I’m finally back in Waterloo to play you a variety of tunes, bops, and late-night jams every week like usual! Switching between funky synth-pop, to fuzzy trip-hop, to nostalgic bangers, we’re playing everything here on Through the Static!
Also, happy first week back at school for those who celebrate 🙂
We’re All In This Together – High School Musical Cast
DJ AdRock: 
Street Hop
Community Radio Award: 
Welcome To The Civic Hub
LP Show: 
Interzone
Freshest Beats: 
Through The Static
Talk Focused Show: 
Readers Delight
Culturally Diverse: 
Atardecer Ranchero
Graphic Material: 
Radio Nowhere
Most Original: 
Unlimited Fortune
Sonic Boom: 
SoundFM Soldier: Jeff Stager — (Programming Committee Coordinator)
Video Crown the Radio Star: 
Community Connections
Teamwork Transition: 
Bandwidth
So Old It’s New
Local Liaison of Canada — 
CKMS News
FUNdraiser Of The Year — 
Klausterfokken
Robot Apocalypse Remote Broadcast: 
Late Night Vibes
Boomerang Award — DJ Bridge (Sedrick Thomas) of 
Best Podcast: 
From The Void
