WUIS: “The Scene Meets The Absurdist People’s Theatre”

Posted on August 13, 2016 by blacksheepspringfield

We are all about the theater performance happening this weekend today on Blacksheepspringfield.com, that is for sure! We felt like we had to mention this segment that WUIS and The Scene put together on the performances of “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf” this weekend. Hosts Rachel Otwell and Scott Faingold sat down with The Absurdist People’s Theatre to talk about the new theater group and what some of us can expect to see inside Black Sheep this weekend.

You can find the episode of The Scene streaming on the player below. Also head over to the WUIS site to stream it there or find older episodes of The Scene, which airs once a week. The first performance of “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf” kicks off tonight at 7:00 pm.

WUIS: The Scene’s Audio Doc: “10 Years Of Black Sheep Venue”

Posted on September 19, 2015 by blacksheepspringfield

Rachel Otwell and Scott Faingold of WUIS’s “The Scene” have put together a 20-minute audio documentary covering The Black Sheep and us making it to ten years as an all ages venue in Springfield.

Check out the documentary right here.

For this piece Rachel and Scott talked to a wide variety people from all different areas of Southtown including former Black Sheep owner and founder Kevin Bradford, Dumb Fest co-ordinator Brian Galecki, Project Southtown co-ordinator Clare Frachey, Sammy Flores of HISO Music, Mary Clay of Popeye’s Barbeque, Jess Knight of Looming, Bo Mellado of Asthma, and more. Each person talks about their role in Southtown, how the neighborhood and Black Sheep has effected them and what they do.

You can expect videos and pictures from our 10-year anniversary show coming very soon!

Dumb Records Featured On WUIS’s “The Scene”

Posted on September 4, 2015 by blacksheepspringfield

The weekly feature on WUIS local radio station based out of UIS (91.9 FM) called The Scene has a very special episode this week featuring Dumb Records and Brian Galecki as a guest host. Rachel and Scott of The Scene came into the store earlier this week to record a full episode of The Scene- the first episode outside of the usual recording place at UIS! The three talked about the store, some cool shows coming up around town this week, and also picked out a few records that they like. You can check out a recording of the full episode online right here. Rachel and Scott also talked about plans for a feature audio-documentary coming up on WUIS closer to the time of the Black Sheep 10 Year Anniversary happening in just a couple of weeks.

WUIS: “Black Sheep Founder Hands Over Reins to DIY Music Venue”

Posted on March 24, 2015 by blacksheepspringfield

WUIS’s Rachel Otwell did an interview with well loved Kevin Bradford, who has been running Black Sheep for the past 10 years. He recently made the life decision to step down from his post as owner and move his energies elsewhere, specifically a place where people can enjoy coffee and hang out, while still pursuing his lifelong love of spirituality. Kevin will be remaining in Springfield and will still actively take part in our music scene. As for the state of Black Sheep, things will continue to go strong in the wake of his hard work. Check out the interview right here for the full details of what was discussed. From the interview:

Kevin Bradford could justifiably be called the godfather of Springfield’s underground punk music scene. He’s only 32, but he’s managed to help create and feed a culture of do-it-yourself musiciansand their fans in a way that is truly incomparable in the city. Bradford recently announced he’ll be stepping down as the owner/operator of Black Sheep Cafe (1320 S 11th St.) The good news is, he’s not going far. He spoke with WUIS about the challenges and rewards of fostering the city’s underground music scene.

For more in depth information on the details of Kevin’s departure, please check out this article of gratitude thanking him for all he has done. It includes statements from him as well as information on who will be “taking the reins” as Rachel said. Also, the fact is that we need help now more than ever from anyone who is willing to show they care about the continuation of Black Sheep, as well as the rest of Southtown. We are seeking a period of revitalization for Black Sheep as well as the whole neighborhood of Southtown, so check out this article discussing a recent community meeting we had and do what you are able to get involved!

WUIS: “The Screaming Females Will Rock In Springfield”

Posted on March 21, 2015 by blacksheepspringfield

A few days ago Springfield college radio station WUIS (91.9 FM) released an interview Rachel Otwell conducted with Marissa Paternoster of Screaming Females. Screaming Females will be coming to Black Sheep and playing here this upcoming Wednesday, March 25th along with Shellshag, Looming, and Kowabunga! Kid. You can check out the full 20 minute-long interview right here, which includes Marissa talking about their new album Rose Mountain as well as how the band formed, and how they feel about playing Springfield.

Tickets for the Wednesday, March 25th show featuring Screaming Females are still on sale for $10 online right here. The cutoff for preorders is 8:00 pm on Tuesday night. You can also still pay $12 at the door for this show the day of. Check out a facebook event for the show right here.

WUIS: “Art Beat” With Scott Faingold And Rachel Otwell

Posted on January 9, 2015 by blacksheepspringfield

Today Springfield radio station WUIS based on the campus of the University of Springfield is launching a new weekly segment called “Art Beat.” The segment is of Scott Faingold (The Illinois Times, Epsom) and Rachel Otwell (WUIS) going over music and art events that are happening around town in the upcoming weekend. From the WUIS website:

With my focus also being on the arts world here in Springfield, and Illinois – we’ll tell listeners about our favorite things to check out in the area. We’ll be learning about new artists and musicians right along with you.

You can check out the very first segment streaming on the WUIS site right here. In the segment the two touch up on a good handful of events coming up in Springfield this weekend, including the big Dumb Records one year anniversary show happening tomorrow. You can also listen to 91.9 fm on your radio dial every friday to catch WUIS’s “Art Beat.” Don’t forget The Black Sheep Radio Show also airs every Friday on 88.3 WQNA fm from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Today there will also be another episode of The Black Sheep Radio Show airing at its usual time.

WUIS on Dumb Fest 2

Posted on June 17, 2014 by blacksheepspringfield

Dumb Fest 2 is already over, but we thought we would let you know that Springfield college radio group WUIS was kind enough to feature a segment on Dumb Fest 2 this past Friday, right before the festival happened. WUIS interviewed Dumb Fest coordinator Brian Galecki about what the fest is all about and what everyone could expect. You can check out that ten minute piece right here.

Dumb Fest 2 happened this past weekend and was a rousing success. Will there be a Dumb Fest 3?

WUIS: “War Magic Plays Unique Neo-Folk”

Posted on March 8, 2014 by blacksheepspringfield

Local news outlet WUIS have recently done a segment on Springfield folk band War Magic as a part of their ongoing series focusing on bands local to Springfield. The segment is entitled “Local Group War Magic Plays Unique Neo-Folk.” You can find the segment along with a player for the 9-minute long interview and live recording right here.

WUIS has also done segments on local projects Epsom and Mulligan Munro. WUIS also recently did a piece on the recently opened Dumb Records. You can find that one right here.

WUIS: “Dumb Records Is Latest Addition To Southtown Culture”

Posted on January 12, 2014 by blacksheepspringfield

Springfield media outlet and radio program WUIS have done a nice segment on the opening of Dumb Records. From the WUIS website:

A new record store is opening in Springfield this weekend. Making a profit off vinyl records may sound risky, but the four co-owners have a lot experience building a following in the punk music scene especially. Kevin Bradford recently joined us to talk about it. He owns Black Sheep Cafe, a music venue, and will be one of the co-owners of the record store at 1107 South Grand, called Dumb Records

You can head over to the WUIS site to play the audio for the 10 minute segment, which aired on Friday. To listen to that, GO HERE.

Again we want to thank all of you for making Dumb Records a reality. That includes all of you who helped us work inside the store leading up to the grand opening, all of the volunteers, all the bands and people who donated records, and all of you who came and checked out the shop this past weekend. All of your support means a lot to us. Dumb Records will continue to be open from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on nights when there are shows at Black Sheep.

WUIS: “Epsom Offers Music Scene Shock Rock & Sarcasm”

Posted on December 18, 2013 by blacksheepspringfield

It looks like Springfield public media provider WUIS has begun releasing segments that they have been working on focusing on bands local to Springfield. Their first segment features Springfield weirdo-rock band Epsom. If you head over to the WUIS site right here you can find an audio track of some band performances and an interview. From the WUIS site:

Local band Epsom is Steven Sgro on vocals and guitar, Scott Faingold on vocals, Timothy Harte on drums, and Kristopher Zander on guitar. The group describes their music as “gratuitous shock rock.

Be on the lookout for more WUIS segments on local bands soon! We sense that they may have a few coming up featuring local bands War Magic and boon.

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Record Store And All Ages Show Space In Downtown Springfield

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