In this episode, Chris Fazzari of Youth On Record and Shawn Lucero of Indie 102.3 are talking with Dressy Bessy at the final Underground Music Showcase. Dressy Bessy is an indie rock band from Denver, Colorado, led by singer-songwriter Tammy Ealom. Tammy is joined by her bandmate and life partner, John Hill. Dressy Bessy is best known for their song “If You Should Try and Kiss Her,” which was featured in the 2000 film, But I’m a Cheerleader. In this episode, you can hear their takes on the Denver Music Scene and what UMS has been like for the past 25 years.

You can find Dressy Bessy’s music wherever you stream your tunes, and on social media @DressyBessyBand

Hosted by Chris Fazzari and Shawn Lucero

Engineered by Jasenia Sutherlin

Mixed and Mastered by Tongjai Lee

Edited by Clara Kay and David Ladon

Produced by David Ladon, Lucy Richardson, and Alisha Sweeney

Executive Producers are Jami Duffy, and David Ladon

Theme Music is “Hog” by Conrad Mata

Get Loud Radio Lounge at UMS is a production of Youth on Record in collaboration with Indie 102.3.

Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/programs/media-arts.

Learn more about Indie 102.3 at https://www.cpr.org/indie/

In this episode, Moses Greytower of Youth On Record and Alisha Sweeney of Indie 102.3 are talking with Lee Paige and Shana Cleveland of La Luz, a Seattle-based rock band, at the final Underground Music Showcase. The conversation surrounds the group’s experience touring, their love of all forms of media, and how their communities inform their approach to songwriting and music production.

You can find La Luz’s music wherever you stream your tunes, and on social media @laluzband.

Hosted by Moses and Alisha Sweeney

Engineered by Jasenia Sutherlin

Mixed and Mastered by Tongjai Lee

Edited by Clara Kay and David Ladon

Produced by David Ladon, Lucy Richardson, and Alisha Sweeney

Executive Producers are Jami Duffy, and David Ladon

Theme Music is “Hog” by Conrad Mata

Get Loud Radio Lounge at UMS is a production of Youth on Record in collaboration with Indie 102.3.

Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/programs/media-arts.

Learn more about Indie 102.3 at https://www.cpr.org/indie/

In this episode, Miah Edwards of Youth On Record and Alisha Sweeney of Indie 102.3 are talking with Frances Forever at the final Underground Music Showcase. Frances Forever is an indie-pop singer-songwriter, best known for their viral hit Space Girl. Stay tuned to hear them talk about finding the romantic side of mundane things, the perils of performing at altitude, and the impact that social media has had on their development as an artist.

You can find Frances Forever’s music wherever you stream your tunes, and on social media @Frances.4ever

Hosted by Miah Edwards and Alisha Sweeney

Engineered by Lucy Richardson

Mixed and Mastered by Tongjai Lee

Edited by Clara Kay and David Ladon

Produced by David Ladon, Lucy Richardson, and Alisha Sweeney

Executive Producers are Jami Duffy, and David Ladon

Theme Music is “Hog” by Conrad Mata

Get Loud Radio Lounge at UMS is a production of Youth on Record in collaboration with Indie 102.3.

Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/programs/media-arts.

Learn more about Indie 102.3 at https://www.cpr.org/indie/

In this episode, Moses Graytower of Youth On Record and Alisha Sweeney of Indie 102.3 are talking with Anthony Ruptak at the final Underground Music Showcase. The Denver-based singer-songwriter uses music as a means to explore the human condition, and his perspective is fueled by his experiences as an EMT. Tune in for a conversation about this approach, Anthony’s hope for the Denver music scene, and the ways he takes care of his mental health through comedy and the outdoors.

You can find Anthony Ruptak’s music wherever you stream your tunes, and on social media @anthonyruptak

Hosted by Moses Graytower and Alisha Sweeney

Engineered by Carlos Perez

Mixed and Mastered by Tongjai Lee

Edited by Clara Kay and David Ladon

Produced by David Ladon, Lucy Richardson, and Alisha Sweeney

Executive Producers are Jami Duffy, and David Ladon

Theme Music is “Hog” by Conrad Mata

Get Loud Radio Lounge at UMS is a production of Youth on Record in collaboration with Indie 102.3.

Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/programs/media-arts.

Learn more about Indie 102.3 at https://www.cpr.org/indie/

In this episode, Miah Edwards of Youth on Record and Alisha Sweeney of Indie 102.3 are talking with Jacob Hansen and Tyler Breuer of The Knew at the final Underground Music Showcase. As a long-running UMS legacy act, The Knew reflects on their roughly 10 years performing at the festival, and their hope for Denver’s future festival scenes.

You can find The Knew’s music wherever you stream your tunes, and on social media @theknew

Hosted by Miah Edwards and Alisha Sweeney

Engineered by Chris Fazzari

Mixed and Mastered by Tongjai Lee

Edited by Clara Kay and David Ladon

Produced by David Ladon, Lucy Richardson, and Alisha Sweeney

Executive Producers are Jami Duffy, and David Ladon

Theme Music is “Hog” by Conrad Mata

Get Loud Radio Lounge at UMS is a production of Youth on Record in collaboration with Indie 102.3.

Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/programs/media-arts.

Learn more about Indie 102.3 at https://www.cpr.org/indie/

In this episode, Chris Fazzari of Youth On Record and Alisha Sweeney of Indie 102.3 are talking with Tom Hagerman of DeVotchKa at the final Underground Music Showcase. DeVotchKa is an integral part of the history of UMS; they headlined the first and last iterations of the festival. Hear Tom’s reflections on the festival’s legacy, advice for fledging artists, and warnings of London’s zombie population.

You can find DeVotchKa’s music wherever you stream your tunes, and on social media @devotchkamusic

Hosted by Chris Fazzari and Alisha Sweeney

Engineered by Lucy Richardson
Mixed and Mastered by Tongjai Lee

Edited by Clara Kay and David Ladon

Produced by David Ladon, Lucy Richardson, and Alisha Sweeney

Executive Producers are Jami Duffy, and David Ladon

Theme Music is “Hog” by Conrad Mata

Get Loud Radio Lounge at UMS is a production of Youth on Record in collaboration with Indie 102.3.

Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/programs/media-arts.

Learn more about Indie 102.3 at https://www.cpr.org/indie/

In this episode, Lucy Richardson of Youth On Record and Alisha Sweeney of Indie 102.3 are talking with FIDLAR at the final Underground Music Showcase. FIDLAR is an American punk and garage rock band from Los Angeles. Their discography dives deep into substance abuse and sobriety. Stay tuned to hear them talk about performing on a cruise, getting crutches thrown at you, and how to make mosh pits more accessible.

You can find FIDLAR’s music wherever you stream your tunes, and on social media @fidlar

Hosted by Lucy Richardson and Alisha Sweeney

Engineered by Chris Fazzari

Mixed and Mastered by Tongjai Lee

Edited by Clara Kay and David Ladon

Produced by David Ladon, Lucy Richardson, and Alisha Sweeney

Executive Producers are Jami Duffy, and David Ladon

Theme Music is “Hog” by Conrad Mata

Get Loud Radio Lounge at UMS is a production of Youth on Record in collaboration with Indie 102.3.

Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/programs/media-arts.

Learn more about Indie 102.3 at https://www.cpr.org/indie/

In this episode, Moses Greytower of Youth On Record and Alisha Sweeney of Indie 102.3 are talking with Midas of Kitty Crimes at the final Underground Music Showcase. Midas shares about their memories of the early days at UMS, upcoming music and literary projects, and their journey from Denver to Mexico City.

You can find Kitty Crime’s music wherever you stream your tunes, and on social media @midasmsl

Hosted by Moses Graytower and Alisha Sweeney

Engineered by Lucy Richardson

Mixed and Mastered by Tongjai Lee

Edited by Clara Kay and David Ladon

Produced by David Ladon, Lucy Richardson, and Alisha Sweeney

Executive Producers are Jami Duffy, and David Ladon

Theme Music is “Hog” by Conrad Mata

Get Loud Radio Lounge at UMS is a production of Youth on Record in collaboration with Indie 102.3.

Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/programs/media-arts.

Learn more about Indie 102.3 at https://www.cpr.org/indie/