KCSU LIVE In-Studio

In the first live in-studio of the semester, local music director Maddy Erskine welcomes indie-pop singer-songwriter, Miranda Fling, into the station.

Local alternative rock band Clementine brought high energy to their live set in the KCSU studio. Delivering heavy guitar riffs and powerful drums, their performance stands out as one of the heaviest sets ever featured on No Cover. Following their performance, the band sat down with KCSU’s Ashley Crouch for an insightful discussion on what it takes to foster, maintain, and grow a music community. Setlist: Pit BBQ O.J. Bergeron Willy Wonka’s Palace Credits: Performance by Clementine Host: Ashley Crouch Producer: Gus Arnold Videography: Gus Arnold, Aubree Wood Audio Engineer: Adrian de Araujo Audio Assistant: Isabelle Martinez Editing: Gus Arnold, Aubree Wood Graphics: Claire Urban

This No Cover special highlights the 5th annual Battle of the Bands, presented by KCSU FM and RAMEvents. This staple live music event brought us sets from 4 fantastic CSU bands: Midriff, Kevin?, Any Means Necessary, and Boy Sorority. This bill ranged from rock & roll to indie and hardcore punk, all on the Lory Student Center's Sutherland Gardens. We're excited to bring you a taste of their performances, along with conversations with members of the bands themselves. KCSU x RAMEvents Battle of the Bands 2026: No Cover Local Session setlist Pulling Teeth - Midriff Lady Moon - Any Means Necessary Clam Before The Storm - Kevin? 2 Orchards - Boy Sorority Drain You - Midriff Credits: Performances by Midriff, Any Means Necessary, Kevin?, and Boy Sorority Host: Ashley Crouch Producer: Gus Arnold Audio Recording: Adrian de Araujo, Isabelle Martinez Mixing/Mastering: Adrian de Araujo Editing: Aubree Wood, Gus Arnold Graphics: Claire Urban Battle of the Bands sponsors: RAMEvents, FoCoMA, and Washington's No Cover is a…

Slacker folk duo Pall Mall Jesus kicks off the Fall 2026 No Cover season with an appearance in the KCSU studio. Excited to show off some of their songs from their first studio album, “With the Beetles,” released earlier this year. The recording blended an acoustic sound, personal introspection, and an infectious energy. They kept the energy going when KCSU's Ashley Crouch chatted with the duo about how their writing process has evolved since the band's roots. Setlist: Animal Control Cry About The Dog Loch Ness Monster Debunked Slacker Lane Buoy Credits: Performance by: Pall Mall Jesus Host: Ashley Crouch Producer: Gus Arnold Videography: Bella Justice Eck, Gus Arnold Recording: Adrian de Araujo, Isabelle Martinez Mixing/ Mastering: Adrian de Araujo Editing: Aubree Wood, Gus Arnold Graphics: Claire Urban No Cover is a collaboration between KCSU FM and CTV, aiming to highlight local artists and KCSU's local music events through recorded sets and interviews. All episodes are released on CTV Channel 11, CTV's…

For our last No Cover episode of the school year, we invited the Fort Collins psych rock project Lounge Drugs into the KCSU studio. Jay LeCavalier and his band filled the room with distorted guitar, nimble rhythm, and some inspiring melodies on the recorder. Lounge Drugs' surreal interview includes some favorite Fort Collins artists, a rundown on Jay's motivations as a musician, and an upcoming release. Setlist: Swimming In Acid Your Mind Belongs To Me Rats + Cats Oni Credits: Performance by: Lounge Deugs Host: Andrew Di Tirro Producer: Adam Carlson Videography: Adam Carlson, Gus Arnold Audio Recording: Adrian de Araujo, Andrew Di Tirro Mixing: Adrian de Araujo Mastering: Adrian de Araujo Editing: Adam Carlson, Gus Arnold Graphics: Claire Urban

Packing the KCSU studio, Cactus Cat's shining saxophones take center stage in this episode of No Cover. Pulling from nearly a decade of Fort Collins live performance, Cactus Cat's danceable melodies and groovy rhythms made for an incredible jazzy indie rock set. Cactus Cat talks about their history, favorites in the scene, and upcoming projects. Setlist: Lucky Bug Into the Blue Little Black Dog Credits: Performance by: Cactus Cat Host: Andrew Di Tirro Producer: Adam Carlson Videography: Adam Carlson, Gus Arnold Audio Recording: Adrian de Araujo, Hana Shiro, Andrew Di Tirro Mixing: Adrian de Araujo Mastering: Adrian de Araujo Editing: Adam Carlson, Gus Arnold Graphics: Claire Urban

Shadow Work brings a simmering, psychedelic soundscape to this episode of No Cover. Denver locals and Fort Collins frequents, Shadow Work excels with soulful vocals, progressive songwriting, and an energetic live presence. They chatted with KCSU's Andrew Di Tirro about their favorite stages in Fort Collins, and the musical influences that flow into their unique sound. Setlist: Something's Burning Kerosene Peek A Boo Credits: Performance by: Shadow Work Host: Andrew Di Tirro Producer: Adam Carlson Videography: Adam Carlson, Gus Arnold Audio Recording: Andrew Di Tirro, Adrian de Araujo Mixing: Adrian de Araujo Mastering: Adrian de Araujo Editing: Adam Carlson, Gus Arnold Graphics: Claire Urban No Cover is a collaboration between KCSU FM and CTV, aiming to highlight local artists and KCSU's local music events through recorded sets and interviews. All episodes are released on CTV Channel 11, CTV's Youtube platform, and KCSU's Podcast platforms

Advisory: This podcast contains explicit language This No Cover special brings you the highlights of the 5th annual Fools Fest, presented by KCSU FM and RAMEvents. CSU's premiere heavy music event brought us sets from Planet Claire, CrAssphage, Clay K & The Vertebrates, All My Senses, and Smear Campaign, a strong sampler of Fort Collins bands ranging from rock & roll to hardcore punk, all on the Lory Student Center's Sutherland Gardens. We're excited to bring a taste of their performances to you, along with interviews with the performers. Performances by: Planet Claire, CrAssphage, Clay K & The Vertebrates, All My Senses, Smear Campaign Producer: Adam Carlson Videography: Gus Arnold, Bella Justice-Eck, Michael Urbaniak, Adrian De Araujo, Izzy Martinez Audio Recording: Lory Student Center Tech Team, Gus Arnold Mixing: Lory Student Center Tech Team Mastering: Adam Carlson Editing: Adam Carlson, Gus Arnold Graphics: Claire Urban Fool's Fest sponsors: RAMEvents, FoCoMA, Washington's, Aggie Theatre, and Bizarre…

CSU punks EMBER make an appearance in the KCSU studio for this week's episode of No Cover. In contrast to their usual raucous performances, Ember brought us a stripped down set full of modern indie and singer-songwriter influence. KCSU's Adrian de Araujo chats with the band about the process of turning the volume down for their Wolverine Farm residency. Setlist: Cigarette Drive U Home Awful Heat Sink Mud Credits: Performance by: EMBER Host: Adrian de Araujo Producer: Adam Carlson Videography: Adam Carlson, Gus Arnold Audio Recording: Andrew Di Tirro, Adrian de Araujo Mixing: Adrian de Araujo Mastering: Adrian de Araujo Editing: Adam Carlson, Gus Arnold Graphics: Claire Urban No Cover is a collaboration between KCSU FM and CTV, aiming to highlight local artists and KCSU's local music events through recorded sets and interviews. All episodes are released on CTV Channel 11, CTV's Youtube platform, and KCSU's Podcast platforms.

Seasoned Fort Collins Indie Folk band Frail Talk stopped by for this week's episode of No Cover! Gentle and deliberate, Frail Talk's nature-driven songwriting is buoyed by vocal and electronic flourishes. KCSU's Andrew Di Tirro talks with the band about their recent musical influences and touchstones for their sound. Setlist: Shapeshifting Decompose (Winter) Time Comes With A Blade Sunday Dreamin' Credits: Performance by: Frail Talk Host: Andrew Di Tirro Producer: Adam Carlson Videography: Adam Carlson, Gus Arnold Audio Recording: Andrew Di Tirro, Adrian de Araujo Mixing: Adrian de Araujo Mastering: Adam Carlson Editing: Adam Carlson, Gus Arnold Graphics: Claire Urban No Cover is a collaboration between KCSU FM and CTV, aiming to highlight local artists and KCSU's local music events through recorded sets and interviews. All episodes are released on CTV Channel 11, CTV's Youtube platform, and KCSU's Podcast platforms.

Opening up the spring semester here at No Cover is Midriff, a student alt-rock band here at CSU. Reminiscent of late grunge, fuzzy chords accompany a strong lead vocal exploring interpersonal themes and the effects of the winter cold. Midriff chats with KCSU’s Adrian de Araujo about the struggle of putting a band together and the joys of a Halloween show. Setlist: Wintering If You Want Big Bad Fish 6 Feet Deep Credits: Performance by: Midriff Host: Adrian de Araujo Producer: Adam Carlson Videography: Adam Carlson, Gus Arnold Audio Recording: Andrew Di Tirro, Adrian de Araujo Mixing: Adrian de Araujo Mastering: Adam Carlson Editing: Adam Carlson, Gus Arnold Graphics: Claire Urban No Cover is a collaboration between KCSU FM and CTV, aiming to highlight local artists and KCSU's local music events through recorded sets and interviews. All episodes are released on CTV Channel 11, CTV's Youtube platform, and KCSU's Podcast platforms.

Addison Cole came by the KCSU studio for our last No Cover episode this semester. Their set was a collection of heartfelt R&B composed live through synthesizers, guitar, and pedal effects. Addison and KCSU's Andrew Di Tirro talk about making friends and collaborators in the scene, and the magic of boutique pedals. Setlist: Cellphone Song Wake Up Early Lake Girl Candle Credits: Performance by: Addison Cole Host: Andrew Di Tirro Producer: Adam Carlson Videography: Adam Carlson Audio Recording: Andrew Di Tirro, Adrian de Araujo Mixing: Adrian de Araujo Mastering: Adam Carlson Editing: Adam Carlson, Worner Clark Graphics: Claire Urban No Cover is a collaboration between KCSU FM and CTV, aiming to highlight local artists and KCSU's local music events through recorded sets and interviews. All episodes are released on CTV Channel 11, CTV's Youtube platform, and KCSU's Podcast platforms.

Bringing some volume to the KCSU studio this episode is Freaky Stella! Fresh off the Fort Collins house show circuit and soon to debut at Soundbar, Freaky Stella brought us an indie set reminiscent of the post punk revival of the 2000s. The band chats with KCSU's Andrew Di Tirro about their convergent influences and experiences playing in people's backyards. Setlist: Summer's End Front Seat Cliff Apple Head Credits: Performance by: Freaky Stella Host: Andrew Di Tirro Producer: Adam Carlson Videography: Adam Carlson, Worner Clark Audio Recording: Andrew Di Tirro, Adrian de Araujo Mixing: Adrian de Araujo, Andrew Di Tirro Mastering: Adam Carlson Editing: Adam Carlson Graphics: Claire Urban No Cover is a collaboration between KCSU FM and CTV, aiming to highlight local artists and KCSU's local music events through recorded sets and interviews. All episodes are released on CTV Channel 11, CTV's Youtube platform, and KCSU's Podcast platform

West Egg Social stopped by KCSU's studio for this episode of No Cover! Formerly the band Carraway, West Egg Social played some new music with their new lineup, emphasizing their lo-fi sound and songwriting chops. Nick and Mara sit down with KCSU's Andrew Di Tirro after to chat about their lineup change and ambitious release schedule for the year. SET LIST: "How Do I Set My Letterboxd Reviews to Private" "Roadkill Raccoon" "Oh Watchman What of the Night" Credits: Performance by: West Egg Social Host: Andrew Di Tirro Producer: Adam Carlson Videography: Adam Carlson, Worner Clark Audio Recording: Andrew Di Tirro, Adrian de Araujo Mixing: Adrian de Araujo, Andrew Di Tirro Mastering: Adam Carlson Editing: Adam Carlson Graphics: Claire Urban No Cover is a collaboration between KCSU FM and CTV, aiming to highlight local artists and KCSU's local music events through recorded sets and interviews. All episodes are released on CTV Channel 11, CTV's Youtube platform, and KCSU's Podcast platforms.

Battle of the Bands 2025 has come and gone, but we saved a piece of the action just for you! The Hyms, NOKAY, Third Turn, and Jolo came to the LSC Sutherland Gardens with phenomenal energy, but only one left a winner with a guaranteed spot in FoCoMX 2026. We hope you enjoy a sample of the day's sets and some quick interviews with KCSU's Andrew Di Tirro SET LIST: "Ruby Falls" - The Hyms "Jasper" - Third Turn "So Alive" - NOKAY "Fill It" - Jolo "Crazy Now" - Third Turn Credits: Performers: The Hyms, NOKAY, Third Turn, Jolo Host: Andrew Di Tirro Producer: Adam Carlson Videography: Adam Carlson, Olivia Dawson Vazquez, Adrian de Araujo Editing: Adam Carlson, Sarge Graham Audio Recording: Lory Student Center Tech Team, Adam Carlson Mixing: Lory Student Center Tech Team, Adam Carlson Mastering: Adam Carlson Graphics: Claire Urban Special thanks to RAMEvents for their co-production of Battle Of The Bands with KCSU. No Cover is a collaboration between KCSU FM and CTV, aiming to highlight local artists and KCSU's…

Logan Farmer is our guest for this episode of No Cover! A singer-songwriter specializing in somber folk and ambient textures, Logan brought us some tracks from his 2025 release Butchers and 2022 release A Mold For The Bell, reimagined for a solo acoustic performance. Logan and KCSU's Andrew Di Tirro discuss the overwhelming talent found in Fort Collins scene, and the catharsis of making music for immediate release. SET LIST: "Landlord" "Monastery" "Silence or Swell" "Horsehair" Credits: Performer: Logan Farmer Host: Andrew Di Tirro Producer: Adam Carlson Videography: Adam Carlson, Olivia Dawson Vazquez Audio Recording: Andrew Di Tirro, Pat Matthews, Adrian de Araujo Mixing: Pat Matthews, Andrew Di Tirro, Adrian de Araujo Mastering: Adam Carlson Graphics: Claire Urban No Cover is a collaboration between KCSU FM and CTV, aiming to highlight local artists and KCSU's local music events through recorded sets and interviews. All episodes are released on CTV Channel 11, CTV's Youtube platform, and KCSU's Podcast…

KCSU and CTV are excited to bring you Debr4h for the first episode No Cover, our new recorded sessions series featuring artists local to Colorado. A veteran in the Fort Collins local scene, Debr4h brought in some new synth pop material to share with our listeners, including some unreleased singles! Debr4h's Jed Murphy and KCSU Local Music Director Andrew Di Tirro chat between songs about the history of the project. SET LIST "My Best Gal Denver" "Lemons" "Blucifer" "Signal Pass" Credits: Debr4h is Jed Murphy Host: Andrew Di Tirro Videography: Adam Carlson Audio Recording: Andrew Di Tirro Mixing: Andrew Di Tirro and Pat Mathews Mastering: Adam Carlson Graphics: Claire Urban

Treewell and KC talk about jazz influence in indie-rock music, as well as using vocals as an instrument within an ensemble.

Tune in with KC and Taylor as we discuss songwriting, pop-punk performances, and lyric writing.

Indigo Jones is a local R&B artist from Denver. His whole family makes or plays music, including his older brother Leewater, another R&B artist currently based in Phoenix, AZ. Jones grew up listening to gospel music, and R&B artists like Boyz II Men, so R&B came naturally for when he started performing. He met DJ MnM, a Denver DJ, when they played at the R&B Jam Fest, an event that showcases local R&B artists and gathers a community of talented musicians all in one place. She had moved to Colorado from Georgia for grad school; the two had great synergy from the start, and they decided to keep working together, with DJ MnM spinning his tracks next to him. Jones pulls inspiration from Dru Hill/Sisqó, Ty Dolla $ign, and his brother, Leewater. DJ MnM tunes herself to her crowds and finds ways to get everyone's heads nodding, and pulls inspiration from DJ Jazzy Jeff and DJ Puffy. Jones' released a short EP called "Wholesome Heathen Vol. 1", and is planning on releasing another project called "Ultraviolet Passion"…

Indie/psychedelic-rock band Sour Magic consists of Eliseo Salinas, Mauro Hernandez, Drew Morse, and Jay Waldrop. All hail from out of Colorado, from Louisiana to Kansas to Texas to Venezuela; Sour Magic found each other through Facebook and Craiglist ads when they all moved. Morse, on bass, and Waldrop, on drums, met first, beginning their music journey by playing in an office of a warehouse. Hernandez and Salinas came later, bringing in the guitars and vocals. They find inspiration from bands like Tame Impala, King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard, and The Beatles, and write their songs based on vibes and energy first. Sour Magic is very involved in the local FoCo and Denver music scene, producing their own music videos which feature other local bands like Moonlight Bloom and Los Toms. They have an album coming out June 13th called "The Hive", surrounding the themes of bees and humans, and what makes us so similar. Their single "Silver Sands", which made its debut on KCSU's airwaves, drops May 23rd. Sour Magic…

Moving from New England to Boulder, Nic Lussier is vocalist/guitarist for local indie rock band The Brazen Youth. Downey Chase is his solo folk project, releasing his first single in May 2024. Lussier was surrounded by music growing up, as his dad and brother are both musicians. The Brazen Youth was originally a Red Hot Chili Peppers' cover band, but transitioned to original songs and even had the opportunity to perform on Live & Local back in 2019. Lussier has written folk songs throughout his time with TBY, but kept them in his back pocket in hopes he'd use them later; Downey Chase was just the thing. He gets inspiration from Bob Dylan and Adrianne Lenker, and tries to write songs every single day. He's made connections with people like Anna Frick, a local sound engineer and mixer, and Carson McHaney, a fiddler who played on his debut album. Downey Chase's solo album "Downey Chase" was released back in October 2024, and he has new music coming this summer.

Wunderbus is a project by Jalen Thompson, otherwise known as KCSU's 2023-2024 Music Director. Growing up in Missouri, Thompson was surrounded by music while in school, and they began playing in their middle school band. They were hooked and quickly began scouring their community for opportunities to keep playing music; they were in a jazz band and a rock band, playing keyboard and singing for the first time. Once they moved to Colorado and started attending CSU, Thompson began to explore contemporary classical and connect with the local scene. Joining Thompson is Raemi Morin, Thompson's partner and CSU music therapy alum. Morin grew up being classically trained, wanting to play violin but ended up with piano, clarinet (band kids all around!), and finally guitar in college; she names Thompson as one of her inspirations to break out of the rigidity of the classical genre. Now a CSU graduate, Thompson is always trying to find new music and do things when they feel called to do them. Wunderbus is their…

A.M. Pleasure Assassins has been good friends with KCSU for many years. Originating in 2010 after Jared Meyer's band Rad Vibes came to a conclusion, A.M. Pleasure Assassins began as a 90s rock band, pulling inspiration from bands like Modest Mouse and The Smashing Pumpkins. Jared, also a visual artist, made a collage with old vintage magazines that just happened to have the phrase "A.M. Pleasure Assassins" within it, and he snagged it as the band began to come into fruition. Developing over the decade into something more indie bedroom experimental, their new album "Cloudy, Black, Red, and All Over" was recorded in a home studio. Jared chats about some influences for their songs, including "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" by Robert M. Pirsig and "Ishmael" by Daniel Quinn. He shows off his extensive list of possible band names, and shows appreciation for his involvement with the Fort Collins Music Association.

Safekeeper is one of Fort Collins' most well-known bands. Called "slacker rock", Safekeeper was created with a ragtag group of friends, with all the frontmen being Zachary Visconti and Matt Scorca. On Live & Local, Zach and newest member Gail McDonald-Crook play a few of their songs, including "us little devils", "western slope", and "ono". The two reflect on how Gail joined the band through intense enthusiasm watching Safekeeper at The Atrium, as well as how they came about playing music professionally, with both having roots as middle school band kids. Gail was also involved at KCSU years ago, so they reminisced about the On-Air studio and how much has changed since they graduated.

Describing their genre as "mysterious noise", psych-rock band The Crooked Rugs is no stranger to KCSU. Established in 2019, the band is prominent to the Fort Collins music scene and has evolved their sound over the years together. Back when the band was first getting started, they performed for KCSU's "Live In-Studio" with their song "Ska"; now, they're opening for Babe Rainbow at The Gothic and going on tour with Boogarins. The Crooked Rugs' "Live & Local" episode welcomes the band back to the studio, navigating their time together through questions of rehearsals, inspirations, and dream venues. Their performance portrays their synchronicity, complex chords, and impressive finger-picking guitar techniques.

Originally from Chicago, Johnny Speaks found his voice with a drum set in his garage as a kid. His voice grew as he did, and as he followed his career of being a plant geneticist, he started writing his own songs in college and finally performed in 2022 at The Atrium. His new EP, "JJ", looks at his familial relationships and the small details of his shared stories with them. His "Live & Local" performance is full of joy and passion, and is sure to bring a smile to your face.

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, chats with Autumnal once again for this episode of Live & Local.

CSU's Bassic A Capella got the opportunity to perform and interview live on air at KCSU with DJ Mae. The group talks about their history, what they love about acapella, and sing songs mixed by the performers themselves.

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, talks with Erich Albrecht of Robot Tennis Club and Feed Lot for this episode of Live & Local.

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, sits down with Animal Future for this episode of Live & Local.

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, chats with Mystee for this episode of Live & Local.

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, chats with local band Ducki for this episode of Live & Local.

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, sits down with folk musician Blake Rouse for this episode of Live & Local.

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, interviews local band from Denver, Horse B*tch, for this episode of Live and Local.

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, talk with Fort Collins band Sex Wax for this episode of Live and Local.

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, chats with Broghan Foster of The Athletics for this episode of Live & Local. Live & Local is available to listen to anytime on our website and major streaming services, and is live on the air every Sunday from 11-1 p.m.

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, sits down with local band Autumnal for this episode of Live & Local.

Local Music Director Marie Pohl, otherwise known as DJ Roadrash, and 2023-24 Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, sit down with Bleak Mystique for Live In-Studio. They chat inspirations for music, how the band came to be, and what they think of the Colorado music scene.

2022-2023 Local Music Director Marie Pohl, otherwise known as DJ Roadrash, sits down with Bellside E to discuss his journey into music, his influences and his life growing up as a Nigerian immigrant, and his unique ways of breaking into the music scene.

KCSU Local Music Director Marie Pohl talks with Robot Tennis Club for KCSU's bi-weekly Live In-Studio performance.

KCSU's Local Music Director Marie Pohl sits down with Cameron Olver for KCSU's bi-weekly Live In-Studio performance.

Local Music Director Marie Pohl chats with local queer femme punk band "Rotten Reputation" on this episode of Live In-Studio.

KCSU's Local Music Director Marie Pohl sits down with Denver based Hiphop artist Schama Noel to discuss his Twitter vitality and much more!

DJ D-Lone and DJ Road Rash run through responses from local bands about what things they had questions about when they were getting going. Not just for bands, but for anyone looking to get more involved.

This week on "KCSU Live In-Studio," local music director Dillon King hosts Tiny Human, a three-piece punk band based out of Denver.

KCSU's local music director, Dillon King, sits down with the creator of the new Fort Collins music podcast "Posted Rodcast."

Local Music Director Dillon King brought in Peter Koschnitzke and Hannah Rust to talk about their musical experiences

KCSU's local music director interviews Ash Redhorse about about how his current project compares to his past music.