WTBU Listening Party (Dec. 1, 6-9pm)

On Monday, December 1, from 6-9 pm, join WTBU (BU's student-run radio station) for a free listening party and film screening in the COM lounge. For the first half of the evening, we'll be listening to some new advanced releases of CDs that WTBU has received from labels, and some current rotation. (Let us know what upcoming albums you'd like to hear and we'll try to make it happen.) At 7:30, we will be screening the new Flaming Lips film "Christmas on Mars". (Brought to you by our friends over at Warner Music Group.)

This listening party is free and open to all. Feel free to stop by, get a sense of what kinds of music we play, ask our staff questions about WTBU, hang out, and see an awesome film for free.

Watch the trailer for "Christmas On Mars" here:

WTBU Logo Contest

In the spirit of this ludicris (yes, spelled like the rapper) election, BU Today and WTBU are giving YOU the chance to make your voice heard. You can now vote for the new face of WTBU, our logo.

We are changing it up, and you have the say in what we will look like from here on out.

You can vote for the new logo here, on BU Today's website.

Remember, every vote counts, so join in the fun and let us know how you want WTBU to look.

-- Phil DiMartino
WTBU General Manager
gm@wtburadio.org

High Fidelity Interview w/ Girl Talk

Before the infamous Girl Talk show at the GSU on September 20, Greg Gillis caught up with WTBU for an interview. Here are some links to the interview, led by WTBU DJs Peisin, Garrett, Jack, and Zach. The interview aired on their show, High Fidelity, last week.

High Fidelity Interviews Girl Talk- Part 1
High Fidelity Interviews Girl Talk- Part 2
High Fidelity Interviews Girl Talk- Part 3
High Fidelity Interviews Girl Talk- Part 4

For more awesomeness, listen to High Fidelity on Thursdays from 4-6pm, and check out highfidelitybu.blogspot.com!

WTBU Election Talk 2008- Recap, Interview MP3, & Upcoming Event!

WTBU Election Talk airs on Tuesdays from 4 to 6 pm, featuring policy topic discussions, interviews with student activists, recaps of important speeches, and more. Every week, we put callers on air to voice their opinions on topics discussed.

So far on the show, topics discussed have included the vice presidential candidates, third parties, the importance of the youth vote, and corporate governance. Two weeks ago, we interviewed activists from an awesome voter registration organization called Head Count, which goes out to concerts and registers young voters.

Last week, WTBU Election Talk was lucky enough to interview David D. Burstein, the 19-year-old founder of 18 in '08, a film that discusses the significance of the youth vote in this election. Since its creation, the film has evolved into a national movement across college campuses, including film screenings, voter registration events, speakers, etc. Click here to download the interview!

Throughout the rest of the semester, WTBU Election Talk also plans to discuss foreign policy, fair/free trade, energy/sustainability, the environment, health care, net neutrality & first amendment rights, immigration, affirmative action, women's rights, and gender issues. If you are an activist who would like to be interviewed on-air, email Liz Pelly (lizpelly@gmail.com) or Melanie Duzyj (mduzyj@gmail.com).

Don't miss our first event on Tuesday, October 7. WTBU is teaming up with the Community Service Center to register voters and play music in the the GSU Plaza all day, followed by a rally from 4-6. The event is supported by the Dean of Students, who will be present at the rally, along with on-campus political groups, musicians, and speakers. The rally will air live on WTBU! More details to come.

MP3: WTBU Election Talk Interviews David D. Burstein, Founder of "18 in '08"

Tomorrow: BUITM Interviews Chuck Palahniuk!

Tomorrow morning, Chuck Palahniuk (author of Fight Club, Choke, and more) is calling into BU In The Morning Monday for a phone interview to promote the release of Choke, his film set for release on September 26. BUITM airs five days a week from 10 a.m. to noon. Tune in!

Thanks again, sponsors!

WTBU would once again like to thank all of its sponsors for helping to make this week's Elliott Smith Tribute Show possible. A huge thank you goes out to:

Boston Pizza and Grill
At the show, two lucky raffle winners will be able to go back stage, meet the bands, and enjoy free catering from Boston Pizza and Grill.

The Dugout Cafe
Host of the Offical After Party!
722 Commonwealth Ave.

Uno's Chicago Bar and Grill
Located in both Kenmore Square & at Harvard Ave.

Hotel Buckminister
645 Beacon Street
(617) 236-7050

Better Place Realty
1038 Beacon Street
(617) 713-4404

Thanks to our sponsor!

WTBU would like to thank Better Place Realty for helping to sponsor our upcoming Elliott Smith Tribute show. Better Place Realty is located at 1038 Beacon Street in Brookline, MA.

WTBU Interested Staff Meeting

Interested in getting involved with WTBU, Boston University's student-run radio station?!?!!? Come to our interested staff meeting to learn how to become an intern for a show. (An internship with WTBU is a prerequisite for becoming a DJ.) We'll also explain how to get involved with concert planning, promotions, PR, blogging, the street team, production, programming, advertising, and more.

Wednesday, September 15
COM 101 @ 9 PM

WTBU FALL 2008 SCHEDULE!!!

The schedie is readie...



If you see any typos, don't bother telling me...I don't feel like changing it.
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FALL 2008 SCHEDULE

Get ready for it...it's coming this week!

Stay tuned.

WTBU PRESENTS: An Elliott Smith Tribute Show.

The time, date, and line-up for WTBU's buzzed-about Elliott Smith tribute show have officially been confirmed! Don't miss this special night.

Who: Musicians from all over the country, including Michael Runion, Allison Fracis, Daniel Radin, David Wax, Steven Fiore, TW Walsh, Stephen Gruber, + Jennifer Brown, Joey Gerber, and Aviv Rubinstein.

What: A night of Elliott covers, plus WTBU staff sharing some of Elliott's memories throughout the night, including pieces from books, quotes, and photographs.

When: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 2008

Where: BU Central (located in the basement of the George Sherman Union @ 640 Commonwealth Avenue)

Why: As a memorial in remembrance of great musician Elliott Smith, who passed away nearly five years ago.

Check back soon for more information about the artists. Admission is free for BU students and two dollars for each non-BU student who comes with a BU student. Join the Facebook event here.

WTBU DAY!!!

WTBU PRESENTS "WTBU DAY 2008"
FILM SCHOOL
THE KING LEFT
SPITZER SPACE TELESCOPE

SATURDAY APRIL 26TH
8 PM @ B.U. CENTRAL
FREE FOR B.U./$5 NON B.U.


Please come out Saturday night and support WTBU at WTBU Day! It will be lots of fun, awesome bands, free givaways. WTBU would also like to send a huge "thanks" to our sponsors. (Support these local businesses!)

Boston Pizza and Grill
270 Babcock St.
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 562-1400

Better Place Realty
1038 Beacon Street
Brookline, MA 02446
(617) 713-4404

University Barber Shop
728 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 247-2789

WTBU Fundraiser @ Boston Pizza & Grill

Boston Pizza & Grill and WTBU are working together this week, Thursday April 26th to Thursday May 1st, in a fundraiser which ends up giving customers 10% off their order! You can receive the discount for take-out, eat-in, and even when you place a delivery order!

All you have to do is mention WTBU when you order your pizza, sub, calzone, or anything from the menu and good ol’ Eli and his family down in West Campus will give you 10% off your order while 10% of the sales come back to WTBU.

So please remember to help us out while you save some money on take-out!

Boston Pizza & Grill
270 Babcock St.
Boston, MA 02215
*** (617)562-1400 ***

Thanks so much, and keep us in mind this week (or weekend) when you’re thinking about where to eat!

--Kristen Fleury

Decades of Decadence says, "Whattup?"

"Decades of Decadence," WTBU's pop show, has made some entertaining additions to their morning show. DJs Kristen and Chris, along with interns Jessica and Melanie, each spice things up and bring listeners out of their dreary slumber, with regular, witty, weekly segments.

These segments include: the daily weather (snore, we know!), the Gossip Lane, the Funky Fresh news, and Melanie’s weekly dating tip. There is also a weekly posted “secret” on their Facebook group (Decades of Decadence), which gives fans further insight into the staff's lives. (...And lets you all make fun of them a bit for their embarrassing, deep, dark secrets.)

Tune in every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to noon, to hear all the freshest pop beats from the 80s to Today. Think back, if you will, to your 6th, 7th, and 8th grade dances, all those long car rides with your parents, when you wished you could change the radio, and that annoying song you’ve heard too many times, but still like because you know all the words -- and now, you have basically just imagined the play list for a "Decades of Decadence" show!

WTBU Spins For 18 HOURS This Saturday

WTBU will be spinning music ALL NIGHT LONG (from 3PM to 9 AM!!) this Saturday, March 29, into Sunday Morning, at BU's annual Dance Marathon.

The Dance Marathon is organized by the CSC to raise money for the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation and Camp Heartland. To participate, raise $150 to dance for the entire 18 hours, or $75 to dance for 6 hours. For those who do not wish to participate, and only want to visit friends or listen to WTBU's sweet music, the event costs $10.

Dance Marathon is open to the general public. Registration dates are as follows: Monday at West Campus Dining Hall from 6 PM to 8 PM, Tuesdays at Warren Towers from 6PM to 8PM, and Thursdays at GSU Link from 11 AM to 3 PM.

The event will take place in the Sargent Gym (1 University Road, Sargent Activities Center). Each hour will have its own theme and special genre of music.

For more information log onto http://people.bu.edu/budm or email Boston University Dance Marathon at budm@bu.edu for further inquiries.

WTBU DAY 2008

WTBU PRESENTS:

Film School
The King Left
Spitzer Space Telescope

Saturday, April 26th
@ BU Central, 8 p.m.

FREE for all BU Students!
($5 for non BU students)

WTBU In the News!

WTBU was included in an article about college radio that ran in the Fordham College at Lincoln Center newspaper this month. Check it out here!

WTBU and Rainforest Alliance to Promote Eco-Conservation

WTBU has teamed up with the Rainforest Alliance to raise ecosystem sustainability and wildlife conservation through a “Picture Sustainability” photo contest. This contest is open to anyone.

Contestants are encouraged to photograph environments, habitats, wildlife and local cultures and communities that depict biodiversity and conservation. Photographs should be submitted online to www.raphotocontest.org by March 15, 2008 4PM EST.

The Picture Sustainability Photo Contest is looking for photos in the following five categories: landscape/scenic, conservation in action, wildlife on coffee, cocoa and fruit farms or forests, sustainable tourism in Latin America, and flora and fauna.

The grand prize winner will receive a trip for two to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, one Fujifilm FinePix S100fs 11.1MP Digital Camera, a trip to New York City to attend the Rainforest Alliance’s Annual Gala on May 15, 2008, one Art Wolfe wildlife photography book, and Rainforest Alliance membership.

First prize will be awarded to five winners who will receive one Fujifilm FinePix S100fs 11.1 MP Digital Camera, one Art Wolfe wildlife photography book, and Rainforest Alliance membership.

Honorable Mention will be awarded to seven winners who will receive one Art Wolfe wildlife photography book and Rainforest Alliance membership.

To raise awareness concerning issues of eco-conservation and sustainability, WTBU will be raffling off three Fujifilm FinePix Z100fd 8 mega pixel digital cameras. The contest will run the week of March 3rd to the 7th. Listen to BU in the Morning on Wednesday and Friday from 10am to Noon for your chance to win.

The Rainforest Alliance is a non-governmental organization founded in 1987. Their mission is to protect wildlife and ecosystems by changing and influence consumer behavior, business practices and land use practice. For more information, log onto www.wtburadio.org to access Rainforest Alliance’s contest and website link.

Over Yonder Live at the Music Library!

Over Yonder Radio cordially invites you to attend a live broadcast of our show this coming Tuesday, March 4th from 6-8pm in the Mugar Music Library.

We will be spinning their old records and some Folkways reissues and showing off some of the little-known gems of the Music Library. You will be able to search the catalog and request songs and listen as the show is broadcast live.

Hold on to your shorts, music nerds: we will be playing some previously restricted access records and some things that you can't find in the card catalog!

Stop by when you can and stay for as long as you like!

--Over Yonder DJ's

Hey bloggers and WTBU listeners!
Here's the programming schedule for Spring 2008!
























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