Here is the second Airhead episode where we analyze this article written in 1999 and update it for the current time. For all the articles check out the airhead podcast here: http://www.mamradio.ca
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20 years Out of Focus
In 2002 Cyanide Kiss released their first demo CD. Created in a basement studio created with minimal effects and all running through a tape machine for playback/input separation. 20 years after this first music release Rob & Jeff McKenna combine solo audio projects Audio Boffins and All Weather haulage to create a combination track that can be heard at the Mano A Mano Bandcamp page.
Download Both albums free here:
https://manoamanoradio.bandcamp.com/album/chaac-mool
Airheads Episode 1
Mano A Mano Airheads Episode 1 based on this CKMS article release 22 years ago!
2021 Golden MP3 Award recipients!
Yes, it’s a bit late, but here are the results of the Golden MP3 Awards as chosen by you!
Sonic Boom Award
The Sonic Boom award goes to “It’s A Vibe” with Sherice, hosted by Sherice Alishaw. “Sonic Boom” is an homage to the old sonic boom awards and is given to a show playing great music.
Culturally Diverse
The Best Cultural / Culturally Diverse award goes to 
Atardecer Ranchero, hosted by Felix Ranchero. It is given to 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.
LP Show
The Best LP Show award goes to 
Street Hop, hosted by DJ Carmelo. It is awarded to a great Long Playing show that has been on the air for three or more years.
Best Graphics
The Best Graphic Material award goes to 
CKMS Community Connections executive producer Jenniefer Stronge and associate producers Jeff Stager, Dylan Bravener, Bob Jonkman, and Steve Todd, who also composed and performs the theme music. It is awarded to the show with best supporting images either through a logo or website posts.
Most Original
The Most Original Program award goes to Sargam, hosted by Indira Singh. It is awarded to a show that is very original and can only be found on Radio Waterloo.
DJ Adrock Memorial Award
The DJ Adrock Memorial Award goes to 
Late Night Vibes, hosted by DJ Maciek. The award is given for exceptional DJing.
Talk Focused Show
The Best Talk Focus award goes to 
Requiem For Rock hosted by Mr. Smart. It is given for the most interesting spoken word and informative talk show.
Freshest Beats
The Freshest Beats award is given to Truth Radio, hosted by DJ Chagger. It is awarded to a show in the first three years of existence.
Radio Waterloo Soldier
The SoundFM Soldier award is given to one or two members who have put in a lot of work behind the scenes to keep CKMS Community Radio alive. The term “SoundFM” was once used as the name of the station as community members put in countless hours of volunteer work to keep the station alive. The 2021 recipient is Lee Gregory for providing community support. Lee hosts the 81 82 83 84 show.
Honourable Mentions
Video Crown The Radio Star
The Video Crown The Radio Star award goes to Atardecer Ranchero hosted by Felix Ranchero. It is given to the show that best utilizes the studio video system to support their program
Teamwork Transition
The Teamwork Transistion award goes to The Jack and Marc Show hosted by Jack Van and Marc Opie. The Teamwork Transition award is given to the best 1-2 seamless transition programs on Radio Waterloo.
Robot Apocalypse Remote Broadcast
The Robot Apocalypse Remote Broadcast award goes to 
Mano A Mano (Play It Forward), hosted by DJ Steel. It is given to the show that best uses Remote Live-To-Air.
Local Liaison of Canada
The Local Liaison of Canada award goes to 
Let’s Chit Chat with Narine Dat, hosted by Narine Dat Sookram. It is given to a DJ who puts local stories on a national level.
Community Radio Award
The Community Radio Award is presented to 
Bollywood Mirchi, hosted by Andy Nagpal. It is given to a show that exemplifies what Community Radio is all about.
Sharpen your pencils, and get ready in January to vote for the 2022 Golden MP3 Awards nominees!
Death Party Playground’s Play it Forward Playlist
Check out a few brand new tracks by this local KW band and check out their three Play it Forward band selections.
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E2.1 Bend Sinister’s Play it Forward Playlist
Check out the new Mano A Mano experimental podcast series directed and DJ’d by bands, hosted by DJ Steel. In this Episode we check out the Bend Sinister Play it Forward Playlist. Who did they choose?…..
Follow along with the experiment at: www.mamradio.ca
Episode 0: Robot Apocalypse
Here is the starting episode of this experimental podcast series. DJ Steel chooses the starting 3 bands based off various past interactions, set the rules and gets the project in motion.
Or follow the selections here: www.mamradio.ca
Play It Forward
In this Experimental Radio Podcast Series each episode will feature a different band who will select three other bands that they enjoy.
Mano A Mano will contact all the selected bands and if they reply, a continuation branch from this episode will be created with that band as the feature along with their three selections and so on and so forth….
A branch dies when a band does not reply, chooses an already selected band or the mentioned band cannot be found.
Hosted and produced by Mano A Mano. DJ’d and directed by bands.
Mano A Mano with Zuffalo
Full podcast available at www.mamradio.ca
Mano A Mano with Justin Small
Here is the video where I went Mano A Mano with Justin Small of
Do Make Say Think and #LullabyeArkestra on
CKMS 102.7 FM Radio Waterloo. We chat about influences, making music for film vs making DMST vs Lullaby Arkestra, secret techniques and more!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruNwck4CDA0
Mano A Mano with Joseph Andreoli
Last weekend DJ Steel went Mano A Mano into the Giraffes? Giraffes track call “At the turf field” and looks at Loop pedals exploring how Joseph Andreoli incorporates them in with his amazing guitar playing.
Mano A Mano with Gary Cain
DJ Steel of the Mano A Mano show met virtually with Gary Cain. It was previously established and proven on the Mano A Mano show that Gary Cain is the 4th best guitarist in the WORLD! Here is the raw interview where we talk about how Gary got playing Blues guitar, his influences and how to get to the next level with your guitar playing and more
Radio podcast available at www.mamradio.ca
Mano A Mano with Wax Mannequin
DJ Steel of the Mano A Mano show met virtually with Chris Adeney better known as Wax Mannequin with the Mano Amigos. Here is the raw interview where they talk about how Chris got started as Wax Mannequin, his influences and what goes into crafting a Wax Mannequin song.
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Mano A Mano with Todd Kerns
2020 CKMS GOLDEN MP3 AWARDS
The Video Crown the Radio Star award is given to the show that best utilizes the OTF video system to support their program: Felix Ranchero of Atardecer Ranchero / Dusk On Ranch.
The Teamwork Transition award is given to the best 1-2 seamless transition programs on CKMS: Raphael Kanai, DJ Maciek, Andre Brown, and DJDC AJ Baylee of The Wax Jungle and Carmelo Farruggio of Street Hop.
The SoundFM Soldier award is given to two members who have put in a lot of work behind the scenes to keep CKMS Community Radio alive. The term “SoundFM” was once used as the name of the station as community members put in countless hours of volunteer work to keep the station alive: Bob Jonkman and Jeff Stager of the Technical Committee.
Sonic Boom is a throw-back to the old CKMS Sonic Boom awards and is awarded to the best music based program of the year: Nat Persaud of Pressure Drop and Mr. Smart of Requiem For Rock.
The winner of the Robot Apocalypse Remote Broadcast award is Rob McKenna of Mano A Mano.
The Most Original Program award is given to an original program that you will not find on radio anywhere but on CKMS! Dr. Tikl of Klausterfokken.
The Local Liaison of Canada award is given to a DJ who puts local stories on a national level: The winner is the CKMS Newsroom.
The Best Graphic Material award is given to a program that is creating the best accompanying images for their podcast or program: Rob Curwain of Rob’s Rewind.
The FUNdraiser Of The Year award is given to a FUN spirit during our fundraising efforts: DJ Steel.
The Freshest Beats award is given to a great program that is in its first 3 years: May Cooper of Changemakers Without Borders and Val Scheer of Val Scheer’s Eclectic Garage.
The Best Cultural/Culturally Diverse Show is awarded to a show that either features many different cultures or represents a culture that is under-represented in the area: Narine Dat Sookram of Caribbean Spice.
The Best Talk Focus award is given to a show that has had the best talk focused programs for the year: Shyun Atøwn of I Am Everything.
The Best LP Show (LP is “Long Playing”) is awarded to the years best show that has been running for 3+ years: Cam Matthews of Denim Entertainment Radio.
The Community Radio Award is given to a show that exemplifies what Community Radio is all about: Jenniefer Stronge (Executive Producer), James Jordan, Jeff Stager, Dylan Bravener, and Bob Jonkman of CKMS Community Connections.
The DJ AdRock Memorial Award for Exceptional DJing is given to a DJ who exemplifies the qualities of the EDJ Academy: Indira Singh of Sargam.
Hug of Thunder and The Marble Index
Here is the full podcast from Sat May 2nd! Two great albums were added to the Concept Album Mosaic. Check out the albums here then go buy all these bands merch!
Album: Hug of Thunder
Artist: Broken Social Scene
Year: 2017
Notes: Hug of Thunder is the fifth studio album by this amazing Canadian indie rock musical collective. With all the amazing collaborations this is an exciting album with many different sounding tracks depending upon who is collaborating!
Album: The Marble Index
Artist: The Marble Index
Year: 2004
The Marble Index is a Canadian rock band from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. The group formed in 2001, and comprised Brad Germain, Ryan Tweedle, and Adam Knickle. The band is named after the album The Marble Index by Nico! We opened for this band onetime…not really but we played at the same venue on the same night!
Check it out in the podcast above and then go support these two amazing CANADIAN bands!
Set Yourself on Fire & Transmission
Here is the full podcast from Sat Apr. 25th! Two great albums were added to the Concept Album Mosaic. Check out the albums here then go buy all these bands merch!
Album: Set Yourself on Fire
Artist: Stars
Year: 2004
Notes: Another one of my favourite albums! Immediately transform yourself into a happy mood by listening to this amazing album from start to finish. With multi-vocals, amazing instrumental performances and super catchy songs there is never a dull moment on this album!
Album: Transmission
Artist: The Tea Party
Year: 1997
As I was getting set to play this album I was wondering if it would translate over 20 years later. Back when it was released this was the most futuristic album. I was in awe at the integration of new music instruments and a old ethnic instruments and sounds. The result was pure genius! I’m happy to announce that this is still amazingness!
Check it out in the podcast above and then go support these two amazing CANADIAN bands!
Zam & Hot Hot Heat
Here is the full podcast from Sat Mar. 14th! Two great albums were added to the Concept Album Mosaic. Check out the albums here then go buy all these bands merch!
Album: Hot Hot Heat
Artist: Hot Hot Heat
Year: 2016
Notes: After 17 years, five albums, and numerous line up changes, Hot Hot Heat are calling it quits with their final, self-titled LP, which looks back on things with surface cheeriness and tangible fatigue. This album was not really toured but is one of my favourite albums that I have not only in my Hot Hot Heat collection but in my entire vinyl collection!
Album: Zam
Artist: Frankie and the Witch Fingers
Year: 2019
Frankie & the Witch Fingers‘ fifth album, 2019’s Zam, sounds as psychedelic as a paisley shirt under a blacklight, but it’s also the work of a furiously tight band with plenty of guitar firepower, a killer rhythm section, and enough energy and momentum to fly around the globe non-stop….the internet says. For me, my brother bought me this vinyl and I had no idea what it was about. I put it on and immediately loved this entire album! It was in the CKMS Top 19 of 2019. Check it out above then go purchase your copy!
Ghosts V, VI
Album: Ghosts V & VI
Artist: Nine Inch Nails
Year: 2020
Notes: I wasn’t sure what to expect with this release although the album came out right as my show was about to air! So I quickly downloaded it and and without preview it went right to air! If you like ambient….this is some dark ambient for you! It was unpodcasted BUT it is available FREE at: https://www.nin.com/
Bones in the Soil, Rust in the Oil & Guidance
Here is the full podcast from Sat Mar. 14th! Two great albums were added to the Concept Album Mosaic. Check out the albums here then go buy all these bands merch!
Album: Bones in the Soil, Rust in the Oil
Artist: Pretend
Year: 2009
Notes: I think this is one of the most underrated post-rock albums. The musicianship is absolutely insane, the vocals are perfect, not intrusive but still there, the lyricism is abstract to just the right degree. Check it out and let me know if you agree!
Album: Guidance
Artist: Russian Circles
Year: 2016
Notes: Russian Circles is a three piece instrumental band from Chicago, Illinois. They were formed in late 2004. Check out this album as a great representation of their music. All their albums sound like heavier Post-Rock with moments of beauty throughout!
Let me know what you think!
Dearly Beloved – Time Square Discount
Here is another 5 star new album that came into CKMS recently! The Dearly Beloved are an American garage rock band from Tucson, Arizona. Check out their newest album here as heard on the CKMS airwaves then go buy it up!
Yuka – Dreamscape
Check out the great new album by Yuka called Dreamscape as aired on CKMS! Yuka is a seven-piece ensemble. This full album was recorded on tape! Check the the old school vibes here:
Hey Major – The Station
Check out the new GREAT Hey Major Album! As Aired on CKMS!
Mano A Mano
Robot Apocalypse EP II coming soon!
All Weather Haulage TLALOC follow-up album coming soon!
Cyanide Kiss Besides coming soon!
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Bellaclava, Deleter, Bedlam in Goliath
Here is the full podcast from Sat. Feb 22nd! Three great albums were added to the Concept Album Mosaic. Plus a new show font added to optimize space – this little patch is going to get coloured soon!
Album: Bellaclava
Artist: Limblifter
Year: 2000, 2020
Notes: I can’t believe that this album came out 20 years ago! What a great album! Limblifter is a Canadian Classic. So to mark the 20 year anniversary the album was released for the first time on vinyl. The album includes an updated mastering process, which sometimes ruins an album in my opinion but for this album it sounds great AND the album also includes two extra unreleased tracks. Check it out above on our podcast and then get ordering! This vinyl is limited to only 300 copies!
Album: Deleter
Artist: Holy F&$#
Year: 2020
Notes: Already in the running for one of the best albums released this year is Holy F%$^’s Deleter album! This album picks up right where the band left off with more cool electronic/indie combo tracks! Check out the full albums above on our podcast the go out and get this sweet vinyl!
Album: Bedlam in Goliath
Artist: The Mars Volta
Year: 2008
Notes: I consider The Mars Volta one of my “Vinyl Bands”. Some bands I will just wait to listen until I get the vinyl. Some I have to have it so fast I will take anything. It is not a question of which bands I like more, I believe it has more to do with the type of music. Post Rock & Math Rock seem to be more “Vinyl Bands”. All others are CD, Digital and I’ve even started dabbling in tapes thanks to 3Nines Cassettes! Anyways, This album changed all that for me….Check out the podcast above!