# artist month (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover artist month. Page: Feed: --- ## [OnesToWatch: The Weekly Recap](https://nowwatchingotw.substack.com/p/onestowatch-the-weekly-recap-84c) _2026-08-19 · OnesToWatch_ New interviews with SOFIA ISELLA and Ally Evenson, new music from Kevian Kraemer, Josh Conway joins the pod and more. ## [Across Borders: 谢伊颖 Ellie Xie through cultures, chance, and change.](https://runartistrun.substack.com/p/across-borders-ellie-xie-through) _2026-08-17 · Run Artist Run · Programs That Matter_ Chinese multidisciplinary creative and CUPE co-founder, 谢伊颖 Ellie Xie reflects on using art to communicate across cultures and creating under the pressures of the U.S. immigration system. ## [OnesToWatch: The Weekly Recap](https://nowwatchingotw.substack.com/p/onestowatch-the-weekly-recap-f2a) _2026-08-12 · OnesToWatch_ New interview with Young Miko, an Artist on Artist Convo with UMI and PLACEHOLDER, our Outside Lands Recap and more. ## [OnesToWatch: The Weekly Recap](https://nowwatchingotw.substack.com/p/onestowatch-the-weekly-recap-1fc) _2026-08-05 · OnesToWatch_ OnesToCatch at OSL, Interviews with ggwendolyn and James Savage, Who is Blue?, our August Artist of The Month, and more. ## [Programs That Matter | August 2026](https://runartistrun.substack.com/p/programs-that-matter-august-2026) _2026-08-04 · Run Artist Run · Programs That Matter_ Over $1.71M across 94 funded opportunities for artists with deadlines this month. ## [WICN Artist of the Month, August 2026: The Love Dogs](https://wicn.org/wicn-artist-of-the-month-august-2026-the-love-dogs/) _2026-08-01 · WICN Intern · 90.5 WICN Public Radio_ Boston-based band The Love Dogs, WICN’s August 2026 Artist of the Month, have been swinging through the New England blues scene for thirty years. The high-energy band combines elements of jump blues, New Orleans R&B, and early rock ‘n roll for their own “recipe for music and mayhem” as they bring audiences to their feet, \[…\] The post WICN Artist of the Month, August 2026: The Love Dogs appeared… ## [How To Handle Rejections for Artists.](https://runartistrun.substack.com/p/rejection-is-a-step-forward) _2026-07-31 · Run Artist Run · Programs That Matter_ Three steps to turn a “NO” into a future “YES.” ## [OnesToWatch: The Weekly Recap](https://nowwatchingotw.substack.com/p/onestowatch-the-weekly-recap-5ba) _2026-07-29 · OnesToWatch_ New interviews with Baby Queen, Sophie Truax and GIULIA BE, Love Spells joins the pod and more. ## [OnesToWatch: The Weekly Recap](https://nowwatchingotw.substack.com/p/onestowatch-the-weekly-recap-279) _2026-07-22 · OnesToWatch_ New interviews with Finn Wolfhard, Macy Todd and Kevin Atwater, Wasia Project joins the pod, Eli announces new tour and more. ## [Across Borders: Ray Park 박래이 on stitching together cultures.](https://runartistrun.substack.com/p/across-borders-ray-soleil-park-on) _2026-07-13 · Run Artist Run · Programs That Matter_ Korean Fashion Designer, Ray Park Reflects on creating between Korea and the United States, translating cultural heritage through contemporary design, and finding strength in movement. ## [Stay updated on your professional world (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ApwxTD4sOgpJ) _2026-07-13 · **Sponsored**_ Keep in touch with people you know, build your career. ## [A Special Event in Partnership with Mechanics Hall: Club 321 Meets WICN’s Brian Barlow Series](https://wicn.org/a-special-event-in-partnership-with-mechanics-hall-club-321-meets-wicns-brian-barlow-series/) _2026-07-10 · Emily Morrow · 90.5 WICN Public Radio_ A Special Event in Partnership with Mechanics Hall: Club 321 Meets WICN’s Brian Barlow Series, Presented by Westboro Toyota Experience an unforgettable evening with blues and R&B legend Greg Piccolo and Heavy Juice at Club 321 on October 22nd at 7 pm. For more than six decades, Greg Piccolo has been a driving force in American rhythm & \[…\] The post A Special Event in Partnership with Mechanics… ## [OnesToWatch: The Weekly Recap](https://nowwatchingotw.substack.com/p/onestowatch-the-weekly-recap-f62) _2026-07-08 · OnesToWatch_ New interviews with Ella Jane, Ama Again, Ishmael, and Brothel In Belize, Artist On Artist Conversation with girlinred and Sassy 009, meet our July artist of the month, and more. ## [OnesToWatch: The Weekly Recap](https://nowwatchingotw.substack.com/p/onestowatch-the-weekly-recap-a5d) _2026-07-01 · OnesToWatch_ Interviews with Girlfriend, Wife, Charlotte MacInnes, Regina Song, and more. ## [WICN Artist of the Month, July 2026: Nate Smith](https://wicn.org/wicn-artist-of-the-month-july-2026-nate-smith/) _2026-07-01 · WICN Intern · 90.5 WICN Public Radio_ Stretching across genres has never been much of a stretch for July’s Artist of the Month, Nate Smith. The Grammy Award-winning drummer, composer, and producer just began his tenure as the third artistic director for the Newport Jazz Festival, which described him as an overall “musical connector.” In part of that role as connector, Smith’s \[…\] The post WICN Artist of the Month, July 2026: Nate… ## [Programs That Matter | July 2026](https://runartistrun.substack.com/p/july-2026) _2026-06-30 · Run Artist Run · Programs That Matter_ Over $1.76M across 92 funded opportunities for artists with deadlines this month. ## [OnesToWatch: The Weekly Recap](https://nowwatchingotw.substack.com/p/onestowatch-the-weekly-recap-13a) _2026-06-24 · OnesToWatch_ New music from Damin Tyler and Lowertown, Molly Grace Celebrates Pride Month \[Q&A\], Tiny Habits announce new tour and more. ## [Behind the Application: A Blade of Grass Field Funds](https://runartistrun.substack.com/p/behind-the-application-a-blade-of) _2026-06-22 · Run Artist Run · Programs That Matter_ Meet the artists and the values behind the application — and find out how you can help keep this program going for socially engaged artists across the country. ## [OnesToWatch: The Weekly Recap](https://nowwatchingotw.substack.com/p/onestowatch-the-weekly-recap-165) _2026-06-17 · OnesToWatch_ New music from Infinity Song and Rose Gray, interviews with Isabel LaRosa and The Army, The Navy, EMELINE joins the pod and more. ## [Across Borders: Emilija Pavlovska Takes the Stage](https://runartistrun.substack.com/p/across-borders-pavlovska) _2026-06-15 · Run Artist Run · Programs That Matter_ Latvian performer Emilija Pavlovska discusses her journey to the American stage, trailblazing in her genre, and navigating the invisible burdens of building a career as an immigrant artist. ## [Jazz+ Live Presents](https://wicn.org/jazz-live-presents/) _2026-06-11 · Emily Morrow · 90.5 WICN Public Radio_ THT, 90.5 WICN Public Radio & the Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District present the 9th Annual Jazz+ Live featuring The Love Dogs Approximately 2 hrs. Join us for a fabulous evening of music on August 21! The 9th Annual Jazz+ Live (formerly Jazz at Sunset) featuring The Love Dogs. About The Love Dogs Get ready for a night \[…\] The post Jazz+ Live Presents appeared first on 90.5 WICN… ## [PixelRift — Platforming with Level Editor (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OAzpuv57xRVQ) _2026-06-11 · **Sponsored**_ Includes a built-in level editor, campaign with elemental heroes, and boss encounters. ## [OnesToWatch: The Weekly Recap](https://nowwatchingotw.substack.com/p/onestowatch-the-weekly-recap-1c9) _2026-06-10 · OnesToWatch_ New music from Novulent, Bb Trickz, DeathbyRomy and more. ## [Programs That Matter | June 2026](https://runartistrun.substack.com/p/june-2026) _2026-06-02 · Run Artist Run · Programs That Matter_ A record $2.3M+ in funded opportunities for artists this month. ## [WICN Artist of the Month, June 2026: The Bad Plus](https://wicn.org/wicn-artist-of-the-month-june-2026-the-bad-plus/) _2026-06-01 · WICN Intern · 90.5 WICN Public Radio_ The acoustic jazz trio The Bad Plus, the WICN Artist of the Month for June 2026, burst on the music scene at the beginning of the new millennium, releasing their first album in the year 2001 and creating a bit of a stir because, well, they did things a little bit differently. They began as \[…\] The post WICN Artist of the Month, June 2026: The Bad Plus appeared first on 90.5 WICN Public Radio . ## [Programs That Matter | May 2026](https://runartistrun.substack.com/p/05-2026) _2026-05-05 · Run Artist Run · Programs That Matter_ Over $2.2M in funded opportunities for artists this month. ## [WICN Artist of the Month, May 2026: Miles Davis](https://wicn.org/wicn-artist-of-the-month-may-2026-miles-davis/) _2026-05-01 · Tom Nutile · 90.5 WICN Public Radio_ It was the late 1970s, and jazz icon Miles Davis had been invited to attend a musical event at the Carter White House. The trumpeter found himself seated next to the First Lady at a dinner immediately following the concert. And what had he done to merit such an invitation, the First Lady inquired, apparently \[…\] The post WICN Artist of the Month, May 2026: Miles Davis appeared first on 90.5 WICN… ## [Behind the Application: The Pentimenti Emerging Filmmakers Grant](https://runartistrun.substack.com/p/pentimenti) _2026-04-26 · Run Artist Run · Programs That Matter_ Get to know the humans and the values behind the application. ## [WICN Artist of the Month, April 2026: Ella Fitzgerald](https://wicn.org/wicn-artist-of-the-month-april-2026-ella-fitzgerald/) _2026-04-01 · WICN Intern · 90.5 WICN Public Radio_ This National Jazz Month, we also celebrate a very special birthday, that of the Queen of Jazz. Ella Jane Fitzgerald, also known as the First Lady of Song, was born in Newport News, Virginia, on April 25, 1917. Known for her pure tone, wide vocal range, perfect timing and improvisational scat singing, Ella performed all \[…\] The post WICN Artist of the Month, April 2026: Ella Fitzgerald appeared… ## [WICN Artist of the Month, March 2026: Shawnn Monteiro](https://wicn.org/wicn-artist-of-the-month-march-2026-shawnn-monteiro/) _2026-03-01 · Emily Morrow · 90.5 WICN Public Radio_ Known for her captivating stage presence and blues-infused jazz style, Cranston, R.I. native Shawnn Monteiro has been enchanting audiences for decades. Her warm, expressive phrasing and bursts of scat are reminiscent of two of her greatest influences, Carmen McRae and Sarah Vaughan, yet her voice is unmistakably her own. Music runs in her blood; her \[…\] The post WICN Artist of the Month, March… ## [Spring 2026 Brown Bag Concert Series Line Up](https://wicn.org/spring-2026-brown-bag-concert-series-line-up/) _2026-02-24 · Emily Morrow · 90.5 WICN Public Radio_ The Brown Bag Concerts are produced by 90.5 WICN & Mechanics Hall. Brown Bag Spring 2026 Concert Series Wednesdays at Noon, March 11th, 18th & 25th Free Admission Mechanics Hall 321 Main Street, Worcester, MA, 01608; 508-752-5608 Broadcast live on WICN 90.5 FM and streaming at wicn.org The Brown Bag Concert Series, presented by Mechanics \[…\] The post Spring 2026 Brown Bag Concert Series Line Up… ## [Generate Viral Hot Takes (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/RHPJSw5l7WXc) _2026-02-24 · **Sponsored**_ Get platform-optimized hot takes and rebuttals to spark debate and engagement ## [WICN Artist of the Month, February 2026: Louis Armstrong](https://wicn.org/wicn-artist-of-the-month-february-2026-louis-armstrong/) _2026-02-01 · WICN Intern · 90.5 WICN Public Radio_ Louis Armstrong was an American trumpeter and vocalist, and one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz. His remarkable career spanned five decades and crossed multiple genres, producing hit songs that remain staples in films, television, and radio to this day. Armstrong was born in New Orleans in 1901 and grew up \[…\] The post WICN Artist of the Month, February 2026: Louis Armstrong…