Almost Famous on 95.9 WATD

Amber Alex (10/13/26) Oct 13, 2026 3140 Boston singer-songwriter and Berklee College of Music Student Amber Alex performs on the 95.9 WATD Tiny Stage with her trio and talks about her recent projects. Learn more by following her IG - https://www.instagram.com/itsalexamber/

Ava Valianti (10/6/26) Oct 6, 2026 3104 17 year old Ava Valianti performs on the 95.9 WATD Tiny Stage to promote her new music and upcoming releases. Learn more at https://avavaliantimusic.com.

New England Music Award Nominees 2026 (9/29/26) Sep 29, 2026 6455 This week it's all about nominees for the 2026 New England Music Awards and I'm joined in studio by NEMA Producer, Lindsay Van. To check out the complete list of nominees, visit www.NEMusicAwards.com and public voting runs until October 9. Featured artists tonight include: April Cushman, Blake Matteson, Bus Crush, Couch, The Elovaters, Houston Bernard, The Gravel Project, Jake Swamp and the Pine,

Melo Green (9/22/26) Sep 22, 2026 3081 Boston musician, producer, and educator Melo Green performs on the 95.9 WATD to promote his latest album "Laminar Flow". Learn more at https://www.melogreen.com.

Ryan Demaray (9/15/26) Sep 15, 2026 2974 South Shore singer-songwriter Ryan Demaray is on the 95.9 WATD Tiny Stage to promote his EP Between Two Cities. Learn more at www.ryandemaray.com.

The Joneses (9/8/26) Sep 8, 2026 2986 South Shore duo The Joneses on perform on the WATD Tiny Stage. Learn more about their original music and their cover shows at https://www.jonesesmusic.com.

Whiskey Treaty Roadshow (8/25/26) Aug 25, 2026 3139 David Tanklefsky of The Whiskey Treaty Roadshow stops by the 95.9 WATD Tiny Stage to promote their latest release "Kept Rising". And see them at the Plymouth Waterfront Festival on Saturday August 29. Learn more at https://www.thewhiskeytreaty.com.

Ruby Mac (8/18/26) Aug 18, 2026 2830 Rhode Island singer-songwriter Ruby Mac is on the 95.9 WATD Tiny Stage this week to promote her recent projects including a new single "Antithesis of Feminists" out on Friday, August 21. Learn more and presave the single at https://rubymac.com.

Matt Bishop (8/11/26) Aug 11, 2026 3060 South Shore singer-songwriter Matt Bishop is on the WATD Tiny Stage this week. Follow his IG at https://www.instagram.com/realmattbishop

Zak Jacobson (8/4/26) Aug 4, 2026 3148 South Shore singer-songwriter Zak Jacobson of the Zak Jacobson Syndicate promotes his latest album Aces on the WATD Tiny Stage. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/Zaksingstunes4U.

Kai Nanfelt (7/28/26) Jul 28, 2026 2948 Rhode Island singer-songwriter Kai Nanfelt performs on the 95.9 WATD Tiny Stage to promote his new single "Down" and Tune In Tune Up, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping musicians and music industry professionals access medical, dental, and behavioral health care. Learn more about Kai at www.kainanfelt.com and Tune In Tune Up at www.tuneinandtuneup.org.

Levitate Music and Arts Festival 2026 (7/21/26) Jul 21, 2026 3289 Recorded On-Location: A Recap of the 2026 Levitate Music And Arts Festival featuring interviews and music from: Bebe Stockwell, Copilot, Sammy Rae and The Friends, Hans Williams, Laney Powers, and Casey Rivers. To learn more about The Levitate Foundation, please visit https://levitatefoundation.org.

Gold Hoax (7/14/26) Jul 14, 2026 3212 South Shore / Boston band Gold Hoax is on the WATD Tiny Stage. Catch them at Bridgewater Music Alley at Blackhat Brew Works in Bridgewater with Gordon's Law on July 23. Learn more at https://goldhoax.bandcamp.com.

Liz Longley (7/7/26) Jul 7, 2026 2820 Honorary Boston singer-songwriter Liz Longley is on the Tiny Stage this week to promote her album New Life. Recorded on-location at The Daily Brew in Falmouth MA. Learn more about Liz Longley at www.LizLongley.com.

Jason Cardinal (6/30/26) Jun 30, 2026 3319 South Shore singer-songwriter Jason Cardinal performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote his album Colors, officially out on July 31. Learn more at https://jasoncardinal.com.

Taxidermy (6/23/26) Jun 23, 2026 3107 Rhode Island alternative metal band Taxidermy performs in a rare acoustic setup to promote their debut EP "Comatose". Learn more at www.Taxidermy.band.

Emi McSwain (6/16/26) Jun 16, 2026 2964 Boston singer-songwriter Emi McSwain performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote her latest projects including a new single "I Hope When I Die". Learn more at https://www.emimcswain.com.

The Grownup Noise (6/9/26) Jun 9, 2026 3255 The Grownup Noise perform on the WATD Almost Famous Tiny Stage to promote their album "No Straight Line in the Universe". Learn more at www.TheGrownupNoise.com.

The Glow (6/2/26) Jun 2, 2026 3090 Boston's The Glow perform on the WATD Almost Famous Tiny State to promote their performance at Bridgewater Music Alley on Thursday, July 30th. Learn more about The Friends of Bridgewater Music Alley at www.BridgewaterMusicAlley.com.

Jessye DeSilva (5/26/26) May 26, 2026 3294 Boston singer-songwriter Jessye DeSilva performs on the Tiny Stage to promote a new album "Glitter Up The Dark". Learn more at https://www.jessyedmusic.com.

Vanna Pacella (5/19/26) May 19, 2026 3103 Cape Cod singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Vanna Pacella performs on the WATD Tiny Stage with her trio. Learn more at VannaPacella.com.

Audacity Music Festival 2026 (5/12/26) May 12, 2026 3268 This week The Tiny Stage is on-location from The Audacity Music Festival. Audacity was founded and produced by Thunderbolt Productions and held at Town River Landing in Bridgewater on Saturday, May 9. Featured acts/interviews include Gracie Grace and All The Good Boys, Nate Ramos, Laroy Streat, Total Strangers, Highwater Haulers, and Never Gonna Make It. Audacity was also held to raise awareness o

Grace Morrison (5/5/26) May 5, 2026 3052 Wareham singer-songwriter Grace Morrison is back on the Tiny Stage promoting her album Saltwater Country. She's also performing at The Spire Center in Plymouth with Sam Robbins on Thursday, May 7th. Learn more at GraceMorrison.com.

Luke Curran (4/28/26) Apr 28, 2026 3213 Boston area singer-songwriter Luke Curran performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote his EP "Hymns". Learn more at https://lukecurranmusic.com.

Paws & Listen 2026 - Bonus Episode (4/28/26) Apr 28, 2026 3743 The 2nd Annual Paws And Listen took place on Saturday, April 25 at The Guild in Pawtucket RI and raised money for Vintage Pet Rescue. The event was organized by New England Music Award winning artist Frank Viele and featured 12 singer-songwriters from the New England area. In this radio-podcast with additional bonus content, WATD was able to catch up with many of them including: Allison Rose, Stev

Sioo (4/21/26) Apr 21, 2026 3202 Singer Songwriter Sioo performs on the WATD Tiny Stage. Learn more at https://sioo.co.

Rock Out The Stigma (4/14/26) Apr 14, 2026 3312 This week it's all about Rock Out The Stigma with Aldous Collins, Hitch, and Lainey Dionne perform on the Tiny Stage. Rock Out The Stigma is a benefit show happening at Soundcheck Studios in Pembroke for Mental Health Awareness and to raise money for The Plymouth Bay Clubhouse. Marc Roberge of O.A.R. is headlining the night along with Aldous Collins, Hitch of 3rd Left, and Lainey Dionne. Learn mor

Carlin Tripp (4/7/26) Apr 7, 2026 3153 Boston-area singer-songwriter Carlin Tripp, joined by Billy Thompson, performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote his latest project "Dead Reckoning". Learn more at https://carlintrippmusic.com.

Kara McKee (3/31/26) Mar 31, 2026 2883 Rhode Island singer-songwriter Kara McKee performs on the 95.9 WATD Tiny Stage to promote her debut album Love and Guts - learn more at https://karamckeemusic.com.

Amanda McCarthy (3/24/26) Mar 24, 2026 3219 New England born and now Nashville based singer-songwriter Amanda McCarthy performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote her latest album "Looking For The Light". Learn more at https://www.amandamccarthy.com.

Donny Hayes (3/17/26) Mar 17, 2026 3068 South Shore singer-songwriter Donny Hayes promotes his new singles on the WATD Almost Famous Tiny Stage with special guest Meghan Donofrio. Learn more at https://www.instagram.com/donnyhayesmusic.

The Search Finale - Bonus Episode (3/17/26) Mar 17, 2026 3000 The Search is New England's newest talent showcase. Based in Rhode Island, their mission is to build community around arts such as music, dancing, comedy, and more. Learn more at www.TheSearchRI.com. This segment features interviews and music from Ed Brady (founder), Lainey Dionne, Love Marry Kill, Alexa Picillo, Teevio, Auto Flows, and Hawk in the Nest. (Recorded off air on 95.9 WATD)

Mark Erelli (3/10/26) Mar 10, 2026 3056 Boston singer-songwriter Mark Erelli is on the WATD Tiny Stage this week to promote his latest album "Spring Green". Learn more at https://www.markerelli.com.

Olivia Dolphin (3/3/26) Mar 3, 2026 3122 Rhode Island singer-songwriter Olivia Dolphin performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote her EP "All The Time We Spent". Learn more at https://www.oliviadolphinmusic.com.

Kim Moberg (2/24/26) Feb 24, 2026 3346 Cape Cod singer-songwriter Kim Moberg performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote her new album "All That Really Matters". Learn more at https://www.kimmobergmusic.com.

John Taglieri (2/17/26) Feb 17, 2026 3188 South Shore singer-songwriter John Taglieri is on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote his latest run of singles including his latest called "Fly". Learn more at https://johntaglieri.com.

Izzy Ivy (2/10/26) Feb 10, 2026 2825 Maine singer songwriter Izzy Ivy performs on the WATD Tiny Stage. Learn more at https://www.instagram.com/izzyivy_music.

Matt Koelsch and Anthony Knasas (2/3/26) Feb 3, 2026 3260 South Shore singer-songwriter Matt Koelsch performs on the Tiny Stage to talk about his recent partnership with film director Anthony Knasas on a Sun Studios Creative project called "The Anger". Matt Koelsch Music - https://www.mattkoelschmusic.com/ Anthony Knasas/Sun Studios Creative - https://gosunstudios.com The Anger (full film) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=se8lxC7iat4

Kate Loraine (1/27/26) Jan 27, 2026 3150 South Shore singer-songwriter Kate Loraine performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to recap 2025 and talk about big projects coming in 2026. Learn more at https://www.instagram.com/kateloraainee.

Eva Ricci (1/20/26) Jan 20, 2026 2839 Boston singer-songwriter Eva Ricci performs on the WATD Tiny Stage. Learn more at https://evaricci.com.

Delilah Brao (1/13/26) Jan 13, 2026 2851 Singer-songwriter Delilah Brao is on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote her latest EP "lately i don't feel right" which is available on all streaming platforms. Learn more at https://delilahbrao.com.

The PickPockets (1/6/26) Jan 6, 2026 3015 The PickPockets from the South Shore help kickoff 2026 on the WATD Tiny Stage. Find more information at https://thepickpocketsband.com.

Best of the Almost Famous Tiny Stage 2025 (12/30/25) Dec 30, 2025 6383 Interview highlights and in-studio performances from: Bebe Stockwell, Better Fires, Briana White, Copilot, The Far Out, Hans Williams, Jake Swamp and the Pine, Jillian Dawn, Julia Hutchinson, Lily Fitts, Nate Perry and Ragged Company, Other Brother Darryl, Renee Levesque, Vanna Pacella, and Will Dailey.

Almost Christmas 2025 (12/23/25) Dec 23, 2025 30 Local sounds of the holiday season from local bands and musicians from The South Shore, Boston, and New England. Full podcast audio: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/y7yva4fy4jcqywrf/AlmostChristmas2025_12232025.mp3

Aldous Collins Band (12/16/25) Dec 16, 2025 3105 Aldous Collins and Dylan O'Neil from The Aldous Collins Band perform on the WATD Tiny Stage in the last interview of 2025!! Learn more about the Aldous Collins Band at https://www.instagram.com/aldouscollins.

Evelynroze (12/9/25) Dec 9, 2025 2858 Singer-songwriter Evelynroze performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote her album "Trials of the Flame". Learn more at https://evelynroze.com.

Jen Kearney (12/2/25) Dec 2, 2025 3299 Boston singer-songwriter Jen Kearney is on the WATD Tiny Stage this week to promote her latest album "Gas Station Poet". Learn more at https://jenkearney.com.

The Local Waves (11/25/25) Nov 25, 2025 3034 The Local Waves perform on the WATD and promote their debut single - Learn more at https://www.instagram.com/the_local_waves.

Overserved Again (11/18/25) Nov 18, 2025 3267 Boston/South Shore band Overserved Again perform on the WATD Tiny Stage and talk about their latest projects. Check them out live at Brighton Music Hall on January 17. Learn more at www.overservedagain.com.

Julia Hutchinson (11/11/25) Nov 11, 2025 3233 South Shore born and now Nashville based singer-songwriter Julia Hutchinson performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote her debut EP Here We Are Again. Learn more at https://juliahutchinsonofficial.com.

2025 Boston Music Award Nominees (11/4/25) Nov 4, 2025 30 Nominees for the 2025 Boston Music Awards are featured. Vote now until November 17 at www.BostonMusicAwards.com. 95.9 WATD is also nominated for two awards this year - Best Podcast for Almost Famous on 95.9 WATD and John Shea for best radio DJ. Featured Artists include: Copilot, Bebe Stockwell, Couch, Other Brother Darryl, Lily Fitts, Lainey Dionne, Tiny Habits, ToriTori, Twisted Pine, Senseless O

Almost Halloween 2025 (10/28/25) Oct 28, 2025 30 PLEASE NOTE: Because of copyright reasons off-air broadcast audio for this podcast is linked here: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8r6a4xfigpeqzh62/2025AlmostHalloween10282025.mp3 Almost Halloween 2025 - Featuring spooky tracks from New England musicians including: Walter Sickert & The Army of Broken Toys, Mark Erelli, Grace Morrison, Charlotte Sands, Jay Psaros, Lainey Dionne, Cara Lately, Fi

Candy O'Terry (10/21/25) Oct 21, 2025 3034 Singer-Songwriter and longtime Boston radio personality Candy O'Terry is on the WATD Tiny Stage to talk about her upcoming album and current singles. Learn more at www.CandyOTerry.com.

Nate Ramos (10/14/15) Oct 14, 2025 3184 Boston singer-songwriter Nate Ramos performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to talk about his latest releases and promote a show with The Pickpockets at Soundcheck Studios in Pembroke on Friday, October 17. Learn more at https://www.nateramosmusic.com.

2025 New England Music Awards Nominees (10/7/25) Oct 7, 2025 6436 Nominees for the 2025 New England Music Awards are featured. Voting is open until the end of Friday, October 10. Check out www.NEMusicAwards.com for more information.

Jake Swamp & The Pine (9/30/25) Sep 30, 2025 2950 Drew Zieff of Jake Swamp and the Pine performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote his latest projects. Learn more at https://www.jakeswamp.com.

Noble Dust (9/23/25) Sep 23, 2025 2748 Boston folk-rock band Noble Dust performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to talk about their upcoming album and their current projects. Learn more at https://nobledustmusic.com.

Dalton & The Sheriffs w/Tommy and Charlie Scully (9/16/25) Sep 16, 2025 3021 Brian Scully of Dalton & The Sheriffs joins the WATD Tiny Stage, along with his sons Tommy and Charlie, for a special family appearance. They chat about the band’s latest singles and share the excitement surrounding their upcoming show at Leader Bank Pavilion. Discover more about Dalton & The Sheriffs at: daltonandthesheriffs.com.

Matt York (9/9/25) Sep 9, 2025 2905 South Shore musician Matt York performs on the WATD Tiny Stage and talks about his latest projects including a new book! Learn more at https://www.mattyorkmusic.com.

Carly Tefft (9/2/25) Sep 2, 2025 3325 Cape Cod singer-songwriter Carly Tefft is on the WATD Tiny Stage to talk about her current single "My Kind of Blue" and update us on her latest projects. Learn more at https://www.instagram.com/carlytefft

Tiny Stage Rewind: Lori McKenna (11/11/14) Aug 31, 2025 2791 New on 95.9 WATD it's The Almost Famous Tiny Stage Rewind. Every Sunday at 8:00pm, WATD digs into the archives to bring you past and present Tiny Stage interviews—including some classics that originally aired long before podcasts were even part of the show. This week, don’t miss South Shore’s own Grammy Award–winning songwriter Lori McKenna, captured in November 2014 as she introduced her brand-ne

The Freight (8/26/2025) Aug 26, 2025 3052 Adam Tiro from The Freight talks about their debut LP called Tales of Maybe and how it was specifically mixed and mastered for a vinyl release. Visit https://www.thefreightband.com for more information.

Munk Duane (8/19/25) Aug 19, 2025 3021 Multi-award winning South Shore singer-songwriter-composer Munk Duane performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote his album Fearless Moral Inventory. Learn more at https://www.munkduane.com.

Renée Levesque (8/12/25) Aug 12, 2025 2834 Cape Cod/Boston singer-songwriter Renée Levesque performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote her album "All The Kids" and talk about an upcoming tour this fall! Learn more at https://reneelevesquemusic.com.

Tori Costa (8/5/25) Aug 5, 2025 3204 Massachusetts born and now Rhode Island based singer-songwriter Tori Costa performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote her latest singles and talk about her upcoming album. Learn more at https://www.toricosta.co.

Billy Thompson (7/29/25) Jul 29, 2025 2952 South Shore singer-songwriter-producer Billy Thompson performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote his debut full-length album "Johatsu". Learn more at https://www.billytmusic.com.

Kristen Merlin (7/22/25) Jul 22, 2025 2976 South Shore born and now Nashville based singer-songwriter Kristen Merlin stops by the WATD Almost Famous TIny Stage to promote her new single "Last Time Last" and talk about her latest projects. Learn more at https://www.kristenmerlin.com.

Levitate Festival 2025 (7/15/25) Jul 15, 2025 3239 Another Levitate Music and Arts Festival is in the books and as always they featured many incredible local acts this year!! 95.9 WATD was on-location all weekend and had a chance to chat with some of this year's local lineup including: Aldous Collins, Lily Fitts, Nate Ramos, Ripe, Samantha McKaige, Hans Willians, and Nate Ramos. Stay updated with Levitate events at https://levitatemusicfestival.co

Halley Elwell & Samantha Farrell (7/8/25) Jul 8, 2025 2949 Boston singer-songwriters Halley Elwell and Samantha Farrell tag team on the WATD Almost Famous Tiny Stage. Halley has a new album and podcast called Spontaneous Mutation. Learn more at - https://www.halswellmusic.com. And more about Samantha at https://www.samanthafarrell.com/.

Vanna Pacella (7/1/25) Jul 1, 2025 3226 Cape Cod singer-songwriter-keyboardist Vanna Pacella performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote her upcoming debut album "Listen". Learn more at www.vannapacella.com.

Nico Rivers (6/24/25) Jun 24, 2025 2895 Boston/South Shore musician Nico Rivers performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to talk about his latest releases and projects including his band Gold Hoax. Learn more at https://www.nicorivers.com.

Will Dailey (6/17/25) Jun 17, 2025 3188 Will Dailey is on the WATD Almost Famous Tiny Stage to talk about his current album "Boys Talking" and a performance to open the 2025 Friends of Bridgewater Music Alley summer concert series on Thursday June 26. Learn more on Will Dailey at https://www.willdailey.com and about Bridgewater Music Alley at www.BridgewaterMusicAlley.com.

Lily Fitts (6/10/25) Jun 10, 2025 3073 Lily Fitts on the WATD Tiny Stage to talk about her debut album and upcoming performance at The Levitate Music Festival in Marshfield on Sunday July 13. Learn more at www.Lily-Fitts.com or at https://www.instagram.com/lilyfittsmusic. More on the 2025 Levitate Music Festival July 12 and 13 at https://levitatemusicfestival.com.

Anna Daley Young (6/3/25) Jun 3, 2025 3170 Anna Daley Young is back on the WATD Tiny Stage to talk about her recent journey to California, her new singles, and a new visual album coming out later this year. Learn more at https://www.instagram.com/annadaleyyoung.

Boston Calling 2025 (5/27/25) May 27, 2025 3160 A local music recap of Boston Calling 2025 featuring interviews with Bebe Stockwell, Battlemode, Pinklids, Simon Robert French, Dalton & The Sheriffs, Nate Perry & Ragged Company, and Copilot. Learn more about Boston Calling at www.BostonCalling.com.

South Shore Femme Fest 2025 (5/20/25) May 20, 2025 3363 Gracie Grace and Erin McKenzie promote the 3rd annual Femme Fest happening on June 1st at Stellwagen Beer Company in Marshfield, sponsored by AZ Studios. This year's lineup includes: Gracie Grace & All The Good Boys, The Rins, Total Strangers, Copilot, Briar Circle, Valerie Barretto, Nikki & The Barn Boys, and more!! Follow their IG for more information: https://www.instagram.com/southsho

Better Fires (5/13/25) May 13, 2025 3326 Boston pop band Better Fires performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to promote their album "Almost Mine". Learn more at https://www.betterfires.com.

Nate Perry & Ragged Company (5/6/25) May 6, 2025 3099 Nate Perry and Ragged Company perform on the 95.9 WATD Almost Famous Tiny Stage to promote their upcoming set at Boston Calling 2025 and also talk about their brand new single "Count on You". Learn more at https://nateperryandraggedcompany.com.

Ryan Sweezey (4/29/25) Apr 29, 2025 3045 Massachusetts/Vermont singer-songwriter Ryan Sweezey performs on the WATD Tiny Stage and talks about his new single "Sleepless Nights" and his current album "Out Searching". Learn more at https://ryansweezeymusic.com.

Casey Ruth Little (4/22/25) Apr 22, 2025 3289 Singer-songwriter Casey Ruth Little performs on the WATD Tiny Stage to talk about her debut EP coming out this summer. Learn more at https://caseyruthlittle.com.

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