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This June, WMPG is turning up the volume on love, identity, and community. Join us for a month-long celebration featuring queer-themed music, powerful storytelling, and special programming that honors LGBTQ+ voices past and present. From thought-provoking podcasts to live shows spotlighting queer artists and activists, we’re proud to stand with the community and share stories that inspire, uplift, and unite. Tune in and celebrate Pride with WMPG all month long! Programs featuring Pride segments include:…

    WMPG is seeking to “contract ” a Radio Audio Engineer for 10 hours a week. The qualified person will have a couple years experience repairing broadcast equipment and comfortable with computer networks. We need someone to make our radio signal sound great! If interested email stationmanager@wmpg.org or phone (207) 780-4424 for more details. Will stay posted until filled. This is a “contract” position and not a USM position. This person will be responsible for…

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…

Percussionist and composer Shamou lived in Portland from the early 2000’s to 2016 and had a profound impact on the local music scene. He settled in Maine after getting involved with the Bates Dance Festival in Lewiston, ME, where he was a musician in residence from 1998-2017. He passed away in September 2024. This single episode program, created and hosted by longtime WMPG DJ Barb Truex, is a remembrance of his musical life from his…

This week on WMPG, you can catch 8 Pride specials! The Lagniappe Show 6/9 Mindfuzz 6/10 On Shuffle 6/11 Left of the Dial 6/11 Sunrise Syndrome 6/13 It’s Not A Phase 6/13 As It Sounds 6/13 The Shroud 6/13

This past Tuesday night was electric at WMPG’s annual Battle of the Bands, where 11 incredibly talented acts lit up the stage in an unforgettable evening of music, community, and pure passion. Taking home first place was none other than Graham Ganter, who wowed the crowd (and judges!) with his soulful voice, masterful guitar work, he was accompanied by an impressive fiddle player. Graham’s talent earned him a full-day recording session at Monaco Studios — a state-of-the-art,…

Tune in to WMPG every other Friday morning from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM for Both Sides Now, the radio program hosted by Merrill, who takes listeners on a deep dive into the lives and music of legendary bands and musicians. Whether you’re a die-hard music enthusiast or just looking to expand your musical horizons, this show is for you. Check out the recent episodes below to get a glimpse of the fascinating artists and bands that Merrill has…

On May 29th, WMPG presents a Local Motives Showcase at Blue Portland Maine ! This showcase represents some of the incredible talent broadcasted on our live show over the pass year. Featuring Kai Luc, Alma June & The Persian Cats, and Oodelally, the show kicks off at 8PM, with doors at 7PM. We’re excited to see you there!

Celebrate the New Bill Dufris Memorial Voiceover Studio at USM – Join Us on May 1! Hello Bill-tastic Friends and Family, It’s hard to believe it’s been almost five years since we lost our beloved Bill Dufris – an effervescently energetic, inspiring, multi-talented individual with a heart of gold. While we’re sure Bill would find today’s world puzzling, there’s no doubt he’d be incredibly proud of the creative work that continues to radiate from the…

For over a decade, International Jazz Day has been celebrated every April 30th to identify jazz as a universal language. This Wednesday, WMPG joins this celebration with Herbie Hancock, UNESCO, and the global community with JUKE JIVE N’ JAZE, a program featuring jazz musicians from around the world including from Japan, Brazil, France, So, Africa, Canada, India, Panama, Sweden, Argentina, Hungary, England, Holland, Italy & many more!