Location: Hanover, NH
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The beauty of WRUW is that it is a non-profit, non-commercial entity allowing programmers such as myself and Vitruvius to have complete creative freedom over our timeslots.WRUW provides a service for the local scene here by allowing shows like the Beat Matrix, Electroshock Therapy and the Raver's Edge.
Radio is one of the most accessable ways for somebody to learn about new music, especially the younger crowd. A lot of kids in high school (and even middle school) have no legitimate way to listen to new underground music. They are too young to go to clubs, and probably have a hard enough time affording CDs to begin with. Downloading music on the internet is an option, but it is illegal, and its hard to know where to begin.
Thanks to WRUW, people in Cleveland (not just the youth) have access to the latest titles in electronic music; not just CD releases but the 12" singles that our guest DJs play every week. WRUW also provides a downloadable archive for anyone's personal use. FUrthermore, we are able to publicly broadcast event listings and news pertaining to the local scene.
Radio, WRUW, provides a way for the younger generation to learn about electronic music and our local scene. The kids listening to WRUW now are probably going to be ones going out to events and checking out all of you locals in a couple of years. Radio really has the ability to shape young minds and tastes. By supporting WRUW, you are essentially supporting yourselves. The more audiences WRUW can reach, the more audiences will seek out the scene.
How do your contributions help WRUW you ask? Past contributions have helped the station upgrade from 1000 watts to 15000 watts, extending the broadcast range to reach nearly all of north eastern ohio. Last year, telethon contributions helped the station purchase a digital studio to transmitter link to improve audio fidelity. The WRUW tech-crew is always cooking up new and better ways to deliver music to our listening audience.
College radio is truly the only alternative to commerically owned radio stations. Think of it as the last line of defense underground music has against corporatized radio. How much is that really worth to you?
Donations in any amount go a long way, especially when everyone makes one. This is the only week we'll be asking for your support, you won't get a chance until next year!
_________________ Suburban
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