SOUNDS FROM THE UNDERGROUND

Independent artists listen up! Every Monday and Friday at 2:45pm we feature a new unsigned artist we think is someone you should hear. If you would like to submit your material please e-mail us at wcrxdj@colum.edu. If you are chosen, we will contact you - Please, no phone calls or follow up e-mails!

FEATURED ARTIST

Verona Red


AP NEWS

Compromise among senators eyed on border security

WASHINGTON (AP) -- After secretive talks, key senators expressed optimism Wednesday night that they were closing in on a bipartisan agreement to dramatically toughen the border security requirements in immigration legislation that also offers a path to citizenship to millions living in the country illegally....

Blackhawks beat Bruins 6-5 in OT, tie series 2-2

BOSTON (AP) -- The Chicago Blackhawks kept taking the lead until there were no more chances for Boston to come back and tie it....

AP PHOTOS: The career of James Gandolfini

James Gandolfini, who won three Emmy Awards for his indelible role as mob boss Tony Soprano in HBO's "The Sopranos," died while on vacation in Italy at age 51. While Tony Soprano was a larger-than-life figure, Gandolfini was exceptionally modest and obsessive - he described himself as "a 260-pound Woody Allen." HBO called the actor a "special man, a great talent, but more importantly a gentle and loving person who treated everyone, no matter their title or position, with equal respect."...

Actor James Gandolfini dies in Italy at age 51

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- James Gandolfini, whose portrayal of a brutal, emotionally delicate crime boss in HBO's "The Sopranos" was the brilliant center of one of TV's greatest drama series and turned the mobster stereotype on its head, died Wednesday in Italy. He was 51....

WCRX NEWS + EVENTS

WCRXFM to Feature "Job Outlook" Segments for Graduating College Students

WCRXFM kicks off a month long public service campaign focusing on career development and the "Job Outlook" for graduating college students.

Pet Talk Show Debuts On WCRX-FM

Join Melissa Swift every Wednesday morning at 10:15 a.m. as she talks with various veterinarians and experts from the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association.

Masters in the Mix DJ's go "live" at WCRX-FM

Checkout your favorite Masters in the Mix DJ as they mix live at noon and at 6:00 p.m. every weekday.

WCRX-FM's Ryan McKiddy Interviews Academy Award Presenter AJ Young

WCRX-FM's Ryan McKiddy recently sat down with Columbia College Chicago Film Major AJ Young to discuss his appearance on stage at the Oscars, handing statuettes to presenters at the 85th Annual Academy Awards.

WCRX-FM is in the House

It's a house party at WCRX-FM after midnight.  

The Blue Door Club is open for business on WCRX-FM

The Blue Door Club opens from 7 to 10pm every Friday night on WCRX-FM.

Listen to WCRX-FM on your Mobile Phone

Want to hear WCRX-FM on the go?

WCRX-FM Wins 1st Place in Illinois Broadcasters Association Silver Dome Awards

WCRX Students win 3 Illinois Broadcasters Association Student Silver Dome Awards.

WCRX Named One of Coolest College Radio Stations

Chicago's Underground named one of College Radio's 20 Coolest Radio Stations by Men's Health.

The Scene for Chicago Music

Nick Butler and Becky Nysted host weekly music show focused on Chicago's vibrant music scene.