WXAV 88.3FM
Music
About
Broadcasting to the Southside of Chicago and the southwest suburbs, WXAV 88.3FM is bold and revolutionary.It offers the most dynamic and cutting edge selection of music ever to air in Chicago. With our podcast series, we feature interviews with SXU athletes, artist interviews, historical series, and much more. WXAV The Escape from Ordinary Radio.
Episodes
- Spencer Krug Interview
This episode features an interview with musician Spencer Krug, discussing his upcoming album 'Same Fangs', his creative process including songwriting as therapy, and his experiences with viral content. The discussion also touches upon news…
- Jane Hobson Interview
Jane Hobson, an alternative singer songwriter from Madison, Wisconsin, discussed her musical influences and approach to writing in an interview with Peter Kreten. Hobson explained how musical theater led her to perform her own music and sh…
- The College Expchange Episode 2
Casey and Perla host Niki, a Features Writer for The Xavierite, to discuss the Muppet universe. Niki is a Muppet expert and enthusiast.
- Abolishvictory! Interview
Nicholas and Marcus from the band Abolishvictory! were interviewed on WXAV 88.3FM about their R&B, soul, and folk music blend. They discussed the band's formation, their approach to songwriting, and the importance of not being confined to…
- Reva K Interview
Peter Kreten interviews Chicago-based pop musician Reva K about her upcoming debut album, "Welcome to 20 Something." The discussion covers her inspiration for playing guitar, The Beatles influence, and her approach to songwriting.
- Iris Marlowe Interview
This episode features an interview with country western musician Iris Marlowe, discussing her unique musical style that blends gothic horror and B movie elements. Marlowe shares insights into her transition from piano to guitar, her songwr…
- Cheekface Vinylthon Interview
Members of the band Cheekface, Greg Katz, Amanda Tannen, and Mark Edwards, discuss their favorite vinyl albums, the origin of playing "Noodles" multiple times, their upcoming album "Podium," and the significance of college radio during an…
- College Exchange Pilot Episode
The pilot episode of The College Exchange features hosts Perla and Casey sharing their interests. Perla recommends an anime to Casey, and Casey recommends a musical to Perla, as they begin a themed series discussing various topics.
- Laura Hollingsworth from The Transference
This episode features an interview with Laura Hollingsworth from the Chicago-based indie pop band The Transference. The discussion covers the band's formation, their DIY lyric video for 'Dovetail,' and the influences of Smashing Pumpkins a…
- Won't Stay Dead Interview
Peter Kreten interviews Violet Staley, Saffron Lair, and Tyler Palermo of the Chicago horror-themed punk band Won't Stay Dead. They discuss the band's formation, their personal album 'Vindication,' and how horror influences their songwriti…
- Time Thieves In-Studio Interview
Jonathan Pool and Tim Reynolds of the alternative rock band Time Thieves were interviewed on 773 Sounds to discuss their upcoming album release show at the Empty Bottle on February 26th. They also shared insights on discovering new music a…
- The Arrivals Interview
Peter Kreten of 773 Sounds interviewed Ronnie DiCola and Little Dave Merriman from the punk band The Arrivals. They discussed their new album 'Payload', their songwriting process, and memories of the Fireside Bowl.
- Abstract Mindstate Interview
Peter Kreten interviewed hip-hop group Abstract Mindstate about their latest record, "The Art Project." They discussed their collaboration with Young RJ and experiences with European crowds.
- The Empty Pockets Interview
Adam Balasco, Josh Solomon, Erika Brett, and Nate Bellon of The Empty Pockets discuss their live album "Live in Buffalo with Elliot Scozzaro", their songwriting process, and the experience of recording at Abbey Road.
- Almost There But Not Really Interview
This episode features an interview with Jay and Armando from the Chicago indie band Almost There But Not Really. They discuss the band's formation, musical influences including Billie Joe Armstrong, and Armando's songwriting process.
- Los Tamalas Jazz Band Interview
Peter Kreten interviews Cesar Vazquez and Sebastian Santos from Los Tamales, a Chicago jazz band. They discuss their incorporation of jazz, funk, R&B, and Latin music, the band's formation, and their performance style.
- Alyssa Allgood Interview
This episode features an interview with jazz singer and songwriter Alyssa Allgood, the 2024
- The Railway Gamblers Interview
Peter Kreten interviews members of the Cosmic Americana band The Railway Gamblers, from Chicago's south side. They discuss the band's origins, the role of friendship in their music and group dynamic, and progress on their new album.
- Rich Jones Interview
This phone interview features Chicago hip-hop artist and community figure Rich Jones discussing his new EP 'Swiss Camo', a forthcoming performance at Schubas, and his observations on the current Chicago hip-hop landscape.
- Jack Riedy Interview
WXAV 88.3FM features an interview with independent artist Jack Riedy, discussing his musical inspirations, the creation of his album Raw Deal, and his decision to remove music from Spotify.
- Jonthan Pool from Time Thieves Interview
Jonathan Pool from the alternative rock band Time Thieves was interviewed by Peter Kreten. They discussed the band's origins within the DIY punk community and their new LP 'Come Home & If You Survive'.
- Ella St. John Interview
Laura Blachowicz interviews singer songwriter Ella St. John, a member of the St. John Family Hour. They discuss her musical inspirations, songwriting approach, and the influence of her family on her music. St. John recently released her fi…
- Tom Hultsch from Way to Go Radio Interview
Peter Kreten interviews Tom Hultsch from the band Way to Go Radio. They discuss the band's new album "Verbal Tuxedo", musical inspirations, and an upcoming performance.
- The Spindles Interview
The Spindles, a pop rock band influenced by The Hollies and The Beatles, were interviewed by Radio Ruta on WXAV. The discussion covered their formation, new album 'Wavelength', and included an acoustic performance.
- Justice Hill Interview
Singer-songwriter Justice Hill discusses his unique blend of R&B, Soul, and Pop, drawing inspiration from the Windy City. The interview also touches on his musical journey and the importance of open mic nights.
- Paul Coady from Paul Coady & the Edsel Brothers Interview
Peter Kreten interviews Paul Coady, a musician with over 20 years in the Chicago scene and a member of the alternative garage rock band Paul Coady & the Edsel Brothers. The discussion covers the band's origins, Coady's electric guitar comp…
- Steve Gatland from The Second Summer Interview
Steve Gatland of the alternative power pop band The Second Summer discusses the band's origins and his focus on hooks in their music during an interview with Peter Kreten. The conversation also touches on the value of attending local shows.
- Phil Yates and the Affiliates Interview
Peter Kreten interviews Phil Yates and the Affiliates, an alternative rock band influenced by Elvis Costello and R.E.M. They discuss the band's formation, the primacy of melody over lyrics, and their view of Magical Mystery Tour as an unde…
- The Raspberry Jams Interview
Laura Blachowicz interviews members of the Chicago band The Raspberry Jams about their origins, musical evolution, and future plans.
- Cicada Summer Inteview
Cicada Summer, a folk and bluegrass band from Chicago, discusses their formation, songwriting process, and favorite folk and bluegrass music in an interview with Peter Kreten.
- 2025 Southside Summer Festival presented by Marist High School
Father Tom Hurley spoke with Peter Kreten about Marist High School's fourth annual Southside Summer Fest on July 19th, detailing the event's planning and its role as a fundraiser for students.
- Summer Camp 2025 Podcast- Spoken Design
Maisie Minh joins Luc and Peter Kreten on the Summer Camp 2025 Podcast to develop a character, exploring her motivation and place.
- Summer Camp 2025 Podcast- AS21
Summer campers Luc and Maisie explain the history of anime and offer suggestions for getting started with the medium to Peter Kreten.
- Joceyln Gould Interview
Juno-winning jazz guitarist Jocelyn Gould was interviewed by Peter Kreten about her 2024 album, Portrait of Right Now. Gould shared insights into recording the album in a single day, her musical approach, and her recent Juno nomination.
- The Sumpalooza Radio Program Cattle Prod Promo
Peter Kreten re-produced a promo for an early 2000s WXAV show, "The Sumpalooza Radio Program," using original raw audio provided by an alum during alumni takeover week.
- Unbiased Sports with Sean and Gavin Episode 8
Gavin and Sean discuss significant shifts in their top ten team rankings and debate the league's top receiver. The episode also touches on Sean's reaction to the Chiefs' loss and the ongoing game prediction challenge between Gavin and Sean.
- Unbiased Sports with Sean and Gavin Episode 7
On this episode of Unbiased Sports, Sean and Gavin discuss their weekly power rankings and the top ten running backs in the league. Sean shares his struggles with game predictions and concludes with a critique of the Bengals' team, focusin…
- Unbiased Sports with Sean and Gavin Episode 6
In Episode 6 of Unbiased Sports with Sean and Gavin, a new segment is introduced. Gavin passionately defends Anthony Richardson and criticizes the Indianapolis Colts, as Sean closes the gap in their weekly game predictions.
- Unbiased Sports with Sean and Gavin Episode 5
In this episode of Unbiased Sports with Sean and Gavin, the hosts compare their power rankings and discuss potential future CTE concerns related to past concussions. The episode concludes with their predictions for the upcoming week's game…
- Unbiased Sports with Sean and Gavin Episode 4
In this episode of Unbiased Sports with Sean and Gavin, the hosts share their weekly power rankings, revealing disagreements on the top team. They also discuss the notable performances of running backs in the NFL this year.
- Unbiased Sports with Sean and Gavin Episode 3
In Episode 3 of Unbiased Sports, hosts Sean and Gavin debate quarterback play and share their post-Week 5 NFL power rankings. Gavin also critiques Sean's predictions from the previous week.
- Unbiased Sports with Sean and Gavin Episode 2
In Episode 2 of Unbiased Sports, hosts Sean and Gavin review the results of NFL week 4. Sean shares his strong dislike for the Chiefs and Steelers, while Gavin celebrates the Vikings' recent performance. The episode ends with their predict…
- Unbiased Sports With Sean And Gavin Episode 1
The first episode of The Unbiased Sports Podcast features hosts Sean Carey and Gavin McClenthen discussing week 3 of the NFL season.
- Andy Weber from Smashed Plastic Records 2024 Interview
Andy Weber, co-owner of Smashed Plastic Records, spoke with host Peter Kreten about the current vinyl market, issues affecting record collectors, and his experiences with Chicago's local music community.
- Kathi Ramsey from Women in Vinyl Interview
Kathi Ramsey, educational director of Women in Vinyl, discussed vinyl records with host Peter Kreten, covering vinyl projections through 2025, green vinyl, and the revival of physical media.
- Dylan Lloyd Interview
Dylan Lloyd spoke with Peter Kreten on WXAV 88.3FM about his use of TikTok, a performance at Uncommon Ground Music Room, and the experience of hearing his music in television and film.
- Nathan Graham Interview
Nathan Graham visited WXAV 88.3FM on March 5th, 2024, for an interview with Peter Kreten and John Street. They talked about his inspirations, Ben Harper's fandom, and his eclectic musical style.
- Say I Do To Your Major
Jackie Naranjo guides James through the process of selecting his academic major on WXAV 88.3FM's Career Talk Podcast series.
- Dressing for Success
Gloria Avalos and Kemi Robbin discuss the importance of clothing choices for job interviews.
- John Glennon Interview
John Glennon shares details about his volleyball career, a notable fishing catch, and the origin of the SXU Crab Walk during an interview with Jotham Israel.