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Patrick Lichty

Today on Culture Clique we meet the latest addition to the WSU Mass Comm department, Professor Patrick Lichty. In addition to education, Lichty is also a contemporary artist and digital activist. KQAL’s MCMD sat down with Lichty to discuss his views on art, academics, and his involvement in the Yes Men, an activist group that has caused quite a stir over the years. Stick around, as MCMD introduces us to, and helps us welcome Professor Patrick Lichty to our community, today on Culture Clique.
Original air date: 02/11/21
Art Beat is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


Island City Block Party 2021: Dark Bunny

On this episode of The Live Feed we went to the Island City Block Party to hear more from Dark Bunny. Dark Bunny, would describe their music as “dream-pop with a sprinkle of Taylor Swift,” and definitely did not disappoint at the block party. Stick around for Dark Bunny, LIVE from the Island City Block Party in Winona, MN on tonight’s Live Feed.
Original Air Date: 10/15/21.
The Live Feed is produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


Island City Block Party 2021: Kym

Tonight on The Live Feed we take you back to the Island City Block Party for Minneapolis artist, Kym. Kyms artist bio reads like a musical cookbook, “grounded in pop, salted with early 2000s rock, and garnished with a sprig of folk-like lyricism”. Stick around for Kym, LIVE from the Island City Block Party in Winona, MN on tonight’s Live Feed.
Original Air Date: 10/08/21.
The Live Feed is produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


Island City Block Party 2021: Theyself

Tonight on The Live Feed we head to the Island City Block Party for Minneapolis artist, Theyself. The groups bandcamp page describes, um theyself as a panic attack you can dance to. With several albums available across most digital platforms, Theyself has a unique sound and a DIY ethos that will satisfy any modern indie rock fan. Stick around with your bad self, for Theyself, LIVE from the Island City Block Party in Winona, MN on tonight’s Live Feed.
Original Air Date: 10/01/21.
The Live Feed is produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


Island City Block Party 2021: Mike Munson

On this episode of The Live Feed we went to the Island City Block Party to hear more from Winona’s own, Mike Munson. Mike’s music is often described and well-known for his various blues traditions that blend together to create a sound that is uniquely his. To learn more about Mike and his music visit mikemunson.net but stick around right now to hear Mike Munson, LIVE from the Island City Block Party in Winona, MN on tonight’s Live Feed.
Original Air Date: 08/20/21.
The Live Feed is produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


Island City Block Party 2021: Turn Turn Turn

Tonight on The Live Feed we head to the Island City Block Party for Minneapolis group, Turn Turn Turn. The groups bio describes them as sweetheart alt-country folk-pop with a smattering of soulful strut, and also that they have a kind of roots, Laurel Canyon inspired sound that is both distinctive and familiar. I’d say that description is totally right on and deserving. Usually the band includes drums and keys, but heard here performing as a trio their top notch pop sound still comes through. Stick around, for Turn Turn Turn, LIVE from the Island City Block Party in Winona, MN on tonight’s Live Feed.
Original Air Date: 08/13/21.
The Live Feed is produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


Mid West Music Fest 2021: The Immaculate Beings

Tonight on The Live Feed we take you to Mid West Music Fest 2021 for The Immaculate Beings from Minneapolis. The band describes themselves as a family of queer eclectic human beings who promote the importance of self-love, self-care, and self-validation through their music and performance. And it was one heck of a performance. Here they are, LIVE from MWMF 2021, The Immaculate Beings, tonight on The Live Feed.
Original Air Date: 05/28/21.
The Live Feed is produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


Mid West Music Fest 2021: The People Brothers Band

Tonight on The Live Feed, we are taking you to Mid West Music Fest 2021 for The People Brothers Band hailing from Madison, Wisconsin and including band members from right here in Winona! The PBB describes themselves as a unique brand of rhythm and soul with the intention to uplift the hearts and minds of friends and fans. This was captured perfectly in their performance at this year’s festival. Now, LIVE from Midwest Music Fest 2021, it’s The People Brothers Band, tonight on The Live Feed.
Original Air Date: 07/02/21.
The Live Feed is produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


Mid West Music Fest 2021: The Ultrasounds

On this episode of The Live Feed we stopped by the Midwest Music Fest right here in Winona, MN for a live performance from The Ultrasounds. The Ultrasounds, a pop band originally from Winona, combine multiple genres such as indie, punk, and metal to create a unique style of music. More information about The Ultrasounds and their music can be found at theultrasoundsmusic.com. Now, LIVE from Winona, MN and The Midwest Music Fest, it’s the Ultrasounds on tonight’s Live Feed.
Original Air Date: 06/04/21.
The Live Feed is produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


Mid West Music Fest 2021: Nur-D

Tonight on The Live Feed we take you to Mid West Music Fest 2021 for some Minneapolis hip-hop from Nur-D. Nur-D bills himself as your 7th favorite hip hop person but after his performance at MWMF we think he might be our first favorite and hopefully yours too. From the world of comic books to Harry Potter, Nur-D raps about all things.. well, nerdy! Nur-D doesn’t curse in his songs but he promises plenty of honesty and fun! And fun is something anyone who saw this performance will tell you they had. Here he is, LIVE from MWMF 2021, it’s Nur-D tonight on The Live Feed.
Original Air Date: 08/06/21.
The Live Feed is produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


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