"Gen Z music fans are now shunning night clubs for quieter pursuits. In a world drowning in noise, 20-somethings are swapping dance venues for listening bars."

Why Gen Z Is Trading Night Clubs for Japanese-Style Listening Bars

Dark rooms filled with soft leather sofas and curated vinyl are popping up across the United States and the world

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In place of Offbeat Roadhouse Aug 7, 8-9pm, family & close friends of Dave Rogers will share  memories & music in memory of Professor Bebop’s 5 decades on air. Catch this broadcast-only event on 91.1FM, stream at wtju.net, or listen via WTJU’s mobile app. Photo by Sanjay Suchak/UVA Communications

Ramona Martinez, bandleader of Ramona & the Holy Smokes, will stop by WTJU Today, Aug 4, for a special solo session on Around This Town, which airs 4-6pm. Ramona will be sharing the stage w/ Sunny Sweeney, Aug 6, at the Southern Cafe. Listen today on 91.1FM, wtju.net, and on the WTJU mobile app.

Professor Bebop's obituary was published in Current, a trade publication for public media. A celebration of Dave Rogers (AKA Professor Bebop) will be held at the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, 233 4th St. NW, Charlottesville, 3pm, Aug 8. 

A little rain can't stop Vinyl Takeover at Potter's! Yesterday we set up in the tasting room. Next VT at Potter's, Sept 6, 1-6pm, will be a celebration of Cville Pride in conjunction w/ Prints, Platters & Pints vendor market. Save the date for a special line up of DJs & lots of cool artisan vendors!

This past Friday, July 31, 2026, Ron Povich welcomed oud player, Abed Alsalam Manasra, to World Turning to share music and conversation. You can listen to that program for two weeks post-broadcast at wtju.net/recent-shows/?d=2026-07-31#1785513600_12067

In TWO WEEKS, Saturday, August 15, 8-9pm, Third Rail presents soulful piano/vocal duo, Hall & Jones. This free event is open to all at 2244 Ivy Rd. You can also listen on 91.1 FM, stream via wtju.net, video stream on WTJU’s YouTube channel, or listen via WTJU’s new app.

Vinyl Takeover at Potter's Craft is still ON! We will be setting up inside the tasting room. Let's celebrate this much needed rain together, 1-6pm, w/ WTJU DJs spinning vinyl tunes! See you soon at 1350 Arrowhead Valley Rd! 1pm. DJTJC; 2pm Poubelle; 3pm DJ Nowhere Girl; 4pm Baconfat; 5pm Poppynogood

In its 125th year the BBC Proms—at Royal Albert Hall—have become the premiere showcase for new classical music. Join William Neil on A New Sound, Sun, Aug 2, 1-3pm, as he plays music by some of the featured composers including the 20th Century classic piece, Symphony in 3 Movements, by Stravinsky.

Thank you to listener and supporter, Jamie Jarman, who donated this Grateful Dead poster from a 1982 UVA concert! And let this be a reminder to tune in WTJU 91.1FM Saturday nights, 6-8pm, when John and Jessica host Sunshine Daydream.

WTJU Vinyl Takeover at Potter’s Craft, Sun, Aug 2, 1-6pm. Enjoy delightful drinks, fresh food, camaraderie & WTJU DJs spinning all styles of music on vinyl, inside & outside the Potter’s Craft tasting room, 1350 Arrowhead Valley Rd. DJTJX, Poubelle, Nowhere Girl, Baconfat & Poppynogood on deck!

Sunday, August 2, 12-1pm, we have an all new Offstage, On-Air featuring Brian Lindgren, composer, technologist, violist, and former WTJU host of Electronic Explorations. In 2026 Brian completed UVA’s PhD program in Music Composition and Computer Technologies. Listen on 91.1FM or stream at wtju.net.

WTJURock alum, ErinO, was back recently, interviewed by an intern. Erin wrote the series Under the Table and Screaming, a study of Cville music venues. She is also a bass player in RadonAbatement & AddedDimensions, playing tonight 7/31 at VisibleRecords. Order her books at wtju-virginia.nbsstore.net

On Friday, July 31, Offbeat Roadhouse welcomes mesmerizing guitarist and captivating vocalist, Bobby Thompson. This free event is open to all at 2244 Ivy Rd. You can also listen on 91.1 FM, stream via wtju.net, video stream on WTJU’s YouTube channel, or listen via WTJU’s mobile app.

"In a modest makeshift workshop tucked inside the crowded Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza, the soft sound of an oud echoes through the ruins of war." Tune in to World Turning, Fri, July 31, 12pm, on 91.1FM or wtju.net, as Ron hosts Oud player Sheikh Abed Manasra.

From rubble to music: Gaza's Oud repairman

In a modest makeshift workshop tucked inside the crowded Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza, the soft sound of an oud echoes through the ruins of war.Surrounded by wooden pallets, fragments of crates that held humanitarian aid, and the pieces of damaged instruments, Palestinian craftsman Suhail A...

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Fri, July 31, 12pm on World Turning, Ron will welcomes oud player, Sheikh Abed Manasra. Sheikh Manasra is a leader of the Abrahamic Reunion, a peace-building NGO in Israel/Palestine. In addition to some authentic music, Abed and Ron will have a discussion regarding the work of the Abrahamic Reunion.

"Hours before his scheduled sold-out performance at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, rising folk music star Jesse Welles announced that he would be cancelling the show in solidarity with workers on strike at the venue."

Updated: Jesse Welles Cancels Lewis Ginter Concert in Solidarity With Striking Workers

Sold-out concert has been rescheduled for Sept. 25 at The National. Update: Graham Nash also cancels Friday show at Lewis Ginter.

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In case you need a list, Rolling Stone has posted a list of protest songs, from hip-hop to folk to punk, from personal statements to sweeping anthems

The 25 Best Anti-Trump Protest Songs

The best Trump protest songs: Bruce Springsteen, YG, and more

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On Friday, July 31, Offbeat Roadhouse welcomes mesmerizing guitarist and captivating vocalist, Bobby Thompson. This free event is open to all at 2244 Ivy Rd. You can also listen on 91.1 FM, stream via wtju.net, video stream on WTJU’s YouTube channel, or listen via WTJU’s mobile app.

WTJU Vinyl Takeover at Potter’s Craft, Sun, Aug 2, 1-6pm. Enjoy delightful drinks, fresh food, camaraderie & WTJU DJs spinning all styles of music on vinyl, inside & outside the Potter’s Craft tasting room, 1350 Arrowhead Valley Rd. DJTJX, Poubelle, Nowhere Girl, Baconfat & Poppynogood on deck!

Tray Wellington "is a standout in the Black banjo movement of the past 20 years that seeks to reclaim the African-derived instrument and the lost world of Black American roots music created in the South at the crossroads of Scottish, Irish, and Indigenous styles."

Tray Wellington: Black Banjo and Hip-hop/Folk Fusion – BGS

The Steve Martin Banjo Prize winner’s new album, 'Heart On The Table,' continues the tradition of blending bluegrass, banjo, and hip-hop.

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Do you know about the Rock Spot? In April WTJU started featuring writings by Rockers. Annie De Blanco has been publishing these (and contributing). Read book reviews, concert reviews, funeral play-lists, interviews with current and former radio hosts, and more! Find them at wtju.net/tag/rock-spot!

Jazz at 100 Now! co-host Rus Perry has contributed to the mid-year edition of the Francis Davis Jazz Critics Poll, published in The Arts Fuse. This is a leading jazz poll, combining choices of nearly 200 Jazz writers & broadcasters. 

Rus Perry's top Jazz selections for the Francis Davis Jazz Critics Poll - WTJU 91.1 FM

Jazz at 100 Now! co-host Russell Perry has been asked to contribute to the mid-year edition of the Francis Davis Jazz Critics Poll, which has been

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As they release their first album in 16 years, the Vini Reilly-fronted band answer your questions on sandpaper record sleeves, having Harry Styles as a fan and inventing a new style of guitar music.

​’Ian Curtis didn’t have a chance’: the Durutti Column on departed friends, Factory Records and fun with Morrissey

As they release their first album in 16 years, the Vini Reilly-fronted band answer your questions on sandpaper record sleeves, having Harry Styles as a fan and inventing a new style of guitar music

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Plan 9 in RVA is 45 years old. WTJU Rock's own @donhop.bsky.social writes about it! Plan 9 co-founder & owner, Jim Bland, and his staff will commemorate the store’s birthday on Saturday 7/25 w/ an all-day anniversary concert at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery. "

Nine's Lives

Celebrating 45 years, Plan 9 Music listens back at Hardywood.

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Sat, July 25, 8am-12pm, the Atlantic Weekly crew will broadcast from the Charlottesville City Market at 100 E Water St. Listen on 91.1 FM, stream at wtju.net, or please come on out and say hello to the Atlantic Weekly crew in person! They will be at City Market on more time, on August 22.

On Friday, July 24, 8-9pm, Offbeat Roadhouse welcomes genre bending trio, Please Don't Tell, to the WTJU Stage. This free event is open to all at 2244 Ivy Rd. You can also listen on 91.1 FM, stream via wtju.net, video stream on WTJU’s YouTube channel, or listen via WTJU’s mobile app.

The first of a two part interview with 77 year old Todd Rundgren, discussing this summer's “Damned If I Do” tour and the joys and pitfalls of a rich recorded legacy.

Todd Rundgren: Forever a Production Wizard, Always a True Touring Star

What better way to revive The S&V Interview than reconvene it by talking with the wizard and true star himself, Todd Rundgren? Recently, I got on Zoom with Todd — who was then-ensconced in his home/studio compound in Hawaii — to discuss his rich recorded legacy, as well as his aptly titled “Da...

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Catch WTJU late night programming on WTJU 91.1FM & wtju.net w/ 2 new hosts at the controls. As Reality Star moves on to a new reality, DJTJC will be joined by M.Bruce & Poppynogood on Electronic Explorations, Saturdays, 1-3am. Join this crew in navigating the road less traveled of electronic music.

"For the visionary steel-string guitarist, pianist, composer and singer Robbie Basho, making music was more than a vocation; it was a way to assuage a lifetime of psychological and physical distress — pain that only ended with his death, at age 45."

Overlooked No More: Robbie Basho, Guitar Mystic Who Sought Enlightenment in Sound (Gift Article)

He lived with chronic pain and deep loneliness, which he poured into boundary-pushing music that incorporated multicultural sounds.

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