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McGoldROCKS! 2025 – October 9th 6-9pm

McGoldROCKS 2025: Four Bands. One Night.  Get ready!  McGoldROCKS is back and bigger than ever! On Thursday, October 9th, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM, the Salons at the McGoldrick Center on the USM Portland Campus will come alive with a brilliant night of music, community, and pure energy. This year’s lineup features four powerhouse acts: One Hundred Thorns Covered in Bees Little Oso Disinformation Project …bringing an explosive mix of sound that guarantees…

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Bluegrass Spectacular at OLS – Nov 6th

Bluegrass Spectacular returns at OLS – a benefit night for WMPG Cumberland Crossing World Famous Grassholes Stillwater Serenaders 20th Annual WMPG Bluegrass Spectacular One Longfellow Square Thursday November 6,2025 181 State Street Portland Maine Doors 6:00PM Show 7:00 PM $25 Advance $35 Door Buy Tickets online  onelongfellowsquare.com  or call our box office 207-761-1757 (box office hours : Friday 12PM to 3 PM) More coming soon….

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Jazz at the Movies returns with Ruben Blades

WMPG Jazz DJs Present: Rubén Blades Is Not My Name SEPT 6TH AT 7PM Portland Conservatory of Music, 28 Neal St, Portland Documentary | 84 min | Panama, 2018Director & Writer: Abner Benaim Join WMPG’s jazz DJs for a special screening of Rubén Blades Is Not My Name, an award-winning documentary that dives deep into the life and legacy of one of Latin America’s most influential musicians. This intimate film takes viewers on a journey…

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Screenings for An Extraordinary Place

An Extraordinary Place — See It Soon! Tom Bell’s award-nominated documentary An Extraordinary Place continues to hit screens near and far this season, and we’d love for you to join us. In a world of algorithm-driven playlists, music is everywhere—yet can feel disconnected. An Extraordinary Place reminds us what happens when people share music not for clicks, but for love, connection, and community. The film celebrates the beating heart of WMPG — the volunteers, DJs,…

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Local Motives – weekly guide to live music

Local Motives  Summer in Maine is short but oh-so-sweet, and WMPG is soaking up every note of it. . Coming up: AUG 20th – jeez. 27th – Gamma Goochies SEPT 3rd – Two Minutes Out 10th – Time: 7.30pm – 8.30pm Come celebrate great local music, right where the magic happens here on 90.9FM

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Spotlight on Programming this month

August 2nd 2025 Connor Ratliff The Worm spoke to actor/comedian Connor Ratliff. Listen here Dr Shah on Let’s Connect Greater Portland Listen to “In Conversation with Dr. Nirav Shah” on Spreaker. July Annella chats with actor Dave Register Listen to “Annella chats with actor Dave Register” on Spreaker.

WMPG’s Freaky Fridaze this summer

A rotating cast of WMPG DJ’s broadcast live from venues around town. The live events runs from 4-7pm. Broadcasting live from 5:00-7pm. WMPG’s Freaky Fridaze rolls on with a brand-new lineup of live broadcasts from some of our favorite local spots. This happy hour series takes your favorite community DJs out of the studio and into the wild, spinning records and soaking up the vibes with listeners, music lovers, and beer drinkers alike. In August:…

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Bernie Reim – Scientifically Speaking

Re: Bernie Reim, Scientifically Speaking (Fridays at 11.30am) We wanted to share an important update about Bernie, co-host of Scientifically Speaking. Bernie was in a very serious car accident that nearly took his life. He is now beginning what will be a long road of recovery. A friend of his has set up a GoFundMe to support his rehab journey. Click here to donate . Bernie loves visitors from friends and fans. Message Sarah (his co-host) on Instagram @wmpgscience if…

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The Worm interviews Mal Blum

WMPG’s the WORM interviewed Mal Blum to discuss their upcoming show and their new album Villain, released July 11 on Get Better Records. Have a listen: Interview date: July 27, 2025

WMPG seeking Vinyl LPs, CDs, Turntables and more!

Declutter Your Space and Support WMPG! Are those old vinyl LPs and CDs collecting dust and taking up space in your home? WMPG has a solution that helps you and your favorite community radio station at the same time! We’re gearing up for our highly anticipated Fall WMPG Record Sale and are currently accepting donations. Whether you’re a longtime music lover ready to part with your collection, or just looking to tidy up, your donations…