WMCN - CMJ TOP TEN - MARCH 29

May 4, 2006

New Staff

Fall 2006 Staff

GM: Nick Malecek
PM: Emily Ayoob
OM: Annie Berge

Development: Geoff Stueven
Promotions: Linnéa Ericsson & Sarah Paulin
Rock: Stephanie Phillips, Joe Schweigert, Abby Tofte, Aaron Mendelson, Sophie Smith.
Americana: Kao Lee
Jazz: Todd Copenhaver
News/Talk: Emily Goodman
World: Aparna Bhasin
Hip-Hop: Stuart Hudson
Electronic: Erin Fenton, Jordan Leach
Classical: Jordan Leach

May 1, 2006

Throw Down

First off, thanks to all those who applied for Fall 2006 staff positions. A secret convocation will determine your fate within the next 48 hours. Ok maybe not, we are just looking for hardworking souls that share our irrational dedication to the betterment of WMCN. We are not cool. Applicants will be informed of their selection by Tuesday.

IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN

The gauntlet has been thrown. It's time for Macalester's annual battle royale for student media supremacy. Things will be settled kickball style, so bring your A-game to the field in front of Kagin Commons, Wednesday, May 3rd at 5:30PM. The MacWeekly makes a bunch of money off the books selling full page adds to Coca-Cola, so they will provide food and beverage afterwards. Let's hope they bring delicious Coke!

So all those updates promised: photo galleries, liner notes, calendars, etc. You're probably wondering wha happen? Well, several technical breakdowns and organizational changes have taken precedence, but as the semester winds down we will finally have the chance to make good.

As a first step, we present the first installment of our Local Spotlight feature!

The following local bands received 5 or more plays during the last week. Check out their websites for more info.

ARTIST    UPCOMING SHOW

The Chambermaids MAY 9 TURF CLUB
GAY BEAST JULY 16, TURF CLUB
SQUARESHOOTERS MAY 10, BELFRY CENTER
Coach Said Not To MAY 5, 400 Bar
Malachi Constant MAY 12, TURF CLUB

Honorable Mention Dudes:
Cave Deaths
Charles De Gaulle
Look Down

April 26, 2006

Webcast Fixed

The webcast has been restored; Macalester ITS recently upgraded its network monitoring software, and there was a firewall blocking the stream from reaching our host. Thanks to Ted Fines and ITS for their prompt attention.

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April 24, 2006

Webcast Offline

The webcast is currently offline. We are investigating the source of the outtage and will post again when repairs have been completed.

April 23, 2006

Fall Staff Openings

Applications for Genre Directors, Promotions Manager and Development Director are available below. Expectations and responsibilities for each position are detailed therein. Applications are due SUNDAY, APRIL 30th at 8PM. No late applications will be considered. No experience is necessary for any of these positions, and underclassmen are especially encouraged to apply. Email completed applications here.

WMCN Staff Application Fall 2006 (word doc)

April 8, 2006

In Due Time

Our apologies for the infrequent updates. There have been a few major breakdowns in the past couple weeks, but we have remained on schedule and listenership continues to grow. Thanks for your support!

Going to Spring-A-Ling? (see previous post) WMCN will have a table, so come say hi and sample our latest wares.

More information about Fall 06 Staff openings later this week...

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March 25, 2006

DANCE DANCE DANCE

The annual RPM, House, IDM, etc danceathon Spring-A-Ling, Macalester College funded and WMCN approved, will take place from 5pm-2am April 13th. More details on the flyers above Questions/Comments? Contact Spring-A-Ling chair Simone Speers.

Charts this week reflect a lot of SXSW exposure, which brought older hits back and new ones to the forefront. Pictures from SXSW and greater WMCN history will be available next week as a part of a new picture gallery.

Also watch for a new local spotlight feature, showcasing the lastest from around town.

DJs can pick up another new issue of Liner Notes at WMCN studios. DO you know a show that deserves special recognition? Nominate a show of the fortnight!

March 8, 2006

WMCN does Austin

WMCN will be off the air for Macalester College's spring break. The last show of this week will be Saturday morning 12-2am, and the first show back will be 9-10am, Monday the 20th.

WMCN will also be performing regular maintenance during this time on our broadcast equipment.

We are pleased to announce the addition of Sophie Smith to the WMCN staff. Sophie was selected from several strong candidates, and the decision was not easy. Many thanks to all those who applied, and we will post more director openings toward the end of the semester. With most WMCN staff members graduating in the spring of 2007, we will need your help again!

Several WMCN staffers/djs are making the trek to the South by Southwest music festival in Austin, TX. Label and promotion contacts: If you'd like to meet up, please to drop us a line by Monday. We should have pictures and plenty of good stories; watch the blog later next week!

Thanks for listening!

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February 27, 2006

Genre Director Opening

WMCN is looking for another rock director to join our team. Directors work with promotion companies and record labels to keep new music coming, as well as reviewing new music for the library and managing DJ's. Directors also work with WMCN management on a variety of projects, such as concert planning and promotion.

Applicants should have an interest in current rock music and college radio operations, but no experience is necessary!

Time commitment is 2-3 hours per week

Applications are available at the Campus Center info desk and the door of WMCN studios.

DUE SUNDAY BY 6PM

Questions/comments? email us.

February 25, 2006

CMJ Returns

The WMCN webcast was repaired this morning.

WMCN CMJ Charts are back, including adds.

February 24, 2006

It's dead.

The Macalester College network, which provides internet access and webcast hosting for WMCN studios died this afternoon. The webcast is not currently available. We have contacted representatives at ITS, and they are looking into the problem. The analog FM signal is currently broadcasting. Due to the attention required in this matter, WMCN CMJ will be published Saturday morning.

February 21, 2006

Program Guide

Beats, countryblooze, dinosaur talk, jazz, obscure classical, local noise freaks, sluts with glasses...it's all here.

The Spring 2006 Program Guide.

DJs, if you want to change/update your entry, email us.

February 20, 2006

ON AIR!

WMCN returned to the airwaves for the semester at 9am this morning. This semester we will be broadcasting daily from 9am to 2am Monday-Friday and 10am-2am Saturday and Sunday.

Any other breaks in the schedule will be posted in advance.

We're very pleased to see many users already enjoying the improved webcast! Technical difficulties and delays have made this a difficult semester; continued listener support is greatly appreciated!

-Updates to staff page, webcasting faq and history today.
-New program guide tomorrow.

Be sure to check out the new WMCN community blog, myspace and message boards.

February 15, 2006

Meeting time change

The mandatory DJ meeting will be at 10PM this Thursday, February 16th in the Dupre Hall formal lounge.

February 14, 2006

At least WMCN loves you

DJ selection is complete. DJs will be notified today about their show selection and DJ training time. A reminder to all selected DJs, the mandatory DJ meeting is 8PM, 10PM this Thursday, February 16th in the Dupre Hall formal lounge.

If for any reason you will be unable to attend Thursday, please notify us ASAP.

A little something from the WMCN archives.

Curious about the reach of WMCN?

10 Watts of pure FM Power!

Webcast

February 05, 2006

Apps, New Staff Hours

DJ Applications for spring '06 are online here.

Applications will be due FEBRUARY 12th at 8pm, at the campus center info desk, station door and online. NO EXCEPTIONS. Show selection will take place Sunday night, and applicants will be informed of their show selection via email.

Questions/Comments? email us.

Promo friends, more WMCN staff office hours posted.

January 30, 2006

ASAP

WMCN staffers are meeting this week to finalize preparations for the new broadcast semester.

Applications will be online by the end of the week, along with several new features. Label reps, please note new staff listings.

In the meantime, please enjoy fall 2005 WMCN in-studio guest Taylor Hanson's take on the state of independent music.

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available here

January 25, 2006

Let's Call it a Comeback

WMCN returns to the airwaves in a few short weeks. Upcoming schedule is as follows:

-1/26 Come visit WMCN at the Macalester College Student Org Fair, upstairs in the Campus Center from 5-6:30pm. We will have a jambox, sign up list for spring semester applications and plenty of new t-shirts for sale.

-2/12 Due date for spring semester DJ applications. We will post an update here when they are available online, the station and Campus Center.

WMCN is looking for a News director for the spring semester. Prospective candidates should be interested connecting the Macalester College campus with WMCN, as well as managing news shows and events for the station. Send an email to our program director Legacy for more information.