The Mic Is Yours! (95.9 KRFF Post Show)
378 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating"The Mic Is Yours" is a 95.9 KRFF post show that plays back special guest interviews that aired live on air hosted by Travis Hopkins. Trav is the host and producer of "This Side Of Country" airing Monday - Friday 10am to noon (CST) on 95.9 KRFF heard throughout the Fargo/Moorhead area, also streaming everywhere at radiofreefargo.org The show was voted "Best Local Radio Show Of The Red River Valley" 2021! It spotlights the music from midwest country artists, new indie country from around the world, and celebrates the legends of country! It features in studio special guests, interviews, performances, fun segments and more!
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Episodes
Carla Tempesta, Surprise! Interview
May 26, 2022 22:00 - 14 minutes - 9.79 MBWe're convinced! Our new "surprise an artist with an interview" is a hit! Model/actress and now singer/songwriter Carla Tempesta released her debut single "Girls Weekend" less than a week ago. Today we surprised her with just a 5 min heads up to do a live on air radio interview and she stepped up! Carla has graced the pages of Maxim Magazine, you can see her in a film being shown at the Cannes Film Festival, and now her latest single is streaming everywhere! We talked music videos, do...
Adara Kay (Surprise Interview)
May 23, 2022 02:00 - 11 minutes - 8.11 MBThe day that singer/songwriter Adara Kay recently released her latest single we caught her excitement in our instagram news feed. We thought we'd surprise her with a live radio interview with only a 20 minutes notice! She handled it like a champ! We learnt some really cool things about her like Rick Springfield inviting her up on stage as a kiddo to sing a song! Check out chat!
Folsom Prison Experience With Church Of Cash Interview
May 18, 2022 02:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBThe Church Of Cash bring the Folsom Prison Experience to the Fargo Theatre and we recently caught up with Jay and Tom about how this whole project came together, how far they'd like to take it and what people can expect when they come for the experience, check it out!
Dawn Chadwick (Berkshire Hathaway) Interview
May 13, 2022 22:00 - 12 minutes - 8.77 MBDid you know that these days a lot of home buyers are looking for homes that best suit their pet's needs! How cool, love seeing that! "Locals Love Us" top 5 best local realtor Dawn Chadwick stopped by to chat about Parade Of Homes this weekend plus what's one of the first things that she suggests you know when considering buying a hoe, and more. Check it out!
Mark Joseph Interview
May 13, 2022 02:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBThe multi-talented Mark Joseph recently made his way to Fargo to celebrate the release of his latest album "Vegas Motel" ironically enough about a past stay in Minot North Dakota. Each song telling the story of a different individual. We chatted with Mark about the record, the multiple projects he's a part of and more! Check it out!
Blue Red Roses Interview
May 13, 2022 02:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBDan and Mary, The Blue Red Roses stopped by our studio recently to chat about their current residency at The Jasper Hotel in Downton Fargo, new music on the horizon, even their prior coffee business before they went full time with music, and more! Check it out!
Girl Named Tom Interview
May 07, 2022 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.05 MBThey're the winners of season 21 of The Voice, we recently chatted with Girl Named Tom about their path to the auditioning for The Voice, their time on the show, their current tour, new music and more! Check it out!
Rebel Queens Interview
April 30, 2022 01:00 - 10 minutes - 7.36 MBThe Rebel Queens are Minneapolis' answer to The Runaways. These badass ladies bring their brand of rock to Fargo for a show and tell us why it's been so long since they've decided to come back, plus we talk new music and more!
Wes Scantlin (Puddle Of Mud) Interview
April 28, 2022 02:00 - 6 minutes - 4.82 MBIt's been a minute since Puddle Of Mudd has been to our area to play a show. This weekend Wes and the crew bring the heat to our area and we recently chatted with Wes about new music, and what is still on his bucket list as an artist, check it out!
Wes Scantlin (Puddle Of Mud) Interview
April 28, 2022 02:00 - 6 minutes - 4.82 MBIt's been a minute since Puddle Of Mudd has been to our area to play a show. This weekend Wes and the crew bring the heat to our area and we recently chatted with Wes about new music, and what is still on his bucket list as an artist, check it out!
Lee Greenwood Interview
April 22, 2022 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.6 MBLee Greenwood brings his 40 years of hits tours to our area and we recently caught up with Lee to find out how he plans to celebrate plus we discuss the countless ways he continues to support out veterans and more, check it out!
Nathan With BOOTS Interview
April 15, 2022 20:00 - 11 minutes - 8.27 MBBoots is an all star group of artists and musicians from around Fargo that got together a decade ago, put out two albums, and from time to time grace the area with a couple of shows. We recently chatted with Nathan about the group, the music, the shows and more! Check it out!
Home Choice Interview
March 15, 2022 22:00 - 8 minutes - 5.64 MBSheyenne Theatre Group Interview
February 25, 2022 03:00 - 12 minutes - 8.68 MBThe kids with the Sheyenne High School Theatre have been working hard since November on their latest production "Bright Star" which features story and music written by actor/comedian Steve Martin and grammy award winning musician Edie Brickell. We talked to them about it and what we can expect! Check it out!
Dan Brekke Interview
February 19, 2022 03:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBSinger/ songwriter/ musician Dan Brekke was recently announced as the house band leader of the upcoming Grand Ole Brewery event. We recently chatted with him about the band that he's assembled, new original music plus we put him up to a live on air confession to his mom and got more out of it then we expected, great chat, check it out!
Fix It Forward Interview/ Connor's Story
February 11, 2022 23:00 - 6 minutes - 4.75 MBThis Giving Hearts Day we chatted with the crew at Fix It Forward and heard the recent story from car recipient Connor
Callista Clark Interview
January 15, 2022 03:00 - 8 minutes - 5.9 MBOne year ago young singer/songwriter Callista Clark was preparing to release her debut EP, 5 appearances on the Grand Ol' Opry later with her singles topping the charts and music videos appearing on CMT she has had an amazing first year out of the gate. We recently caught up with Callista to see what's in store for 2022! Check it out
Callista Clark Interview
January 15, 2022 03:00 - 8 minutes - 5.9 MBOne year ago young singer/songwriter Callista Clark was preparing to release her debut EP, 5 appearances on the Grand Ol' Opry later with her singles topping the charts and music videos appearing on CMT she has had an amazing first year out of the gate. We recently caught up with Callista to see what's in store for 2022! Check it out
Maggie Baugh Interview
January 08, 2022 02:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBMaggie was performing at Carnegie Hall by the age of 11 and most recently appeared in a music video with Trace Atkins and Luke Bryan. Her debut single in 2021 reached over a million streams earning her the attention from People Magazine and CMT. We recently chatted with Maggie about her latest single and what's in store for 2022!
Maggie Baugh Interview
January 08, 2022 02:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBMaggie was performing at Carnegie Hall by the age of 11 and most recently appeared in a music video with Trace Atkins and Luke Bryan. Her debut single in 2021 reached over a million streams earning her the attention from People Magazine and CMT. We recently chatted with Maggie about her latest single and what's in store for 2022!
Tech 4 Kids Interview With Amy Loomer-Lontin
January 07, 2022 22:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBTech 4 Kids began during the pandemic by founder and former Mrs. North Dakota Amy Loomer-Longtin. Their mission is to provide tech tools for kids to support remote academic learning, check out our chat!
Mike Morse Interview
January 04, 2022 01:00 - 14 minutes - 9.8 MBIt's been 20 years since singer/songwriter/musician Mike Morse has lent his talents to a recording. After the long hiatus he's back with his first ever EP and new song "Rubber Hits The Road." We chatted bout the making of his debut EP, his career so far and more! Check it out!
Abby Stugelmayer Interview
December 31, 2021 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.26 MBSinger/songwriter Abby Stugelmayer is no stranger to our radio show, she's performed a handful of times for our listeners but this time she's back to debut her brand new single and give us an update on her upcoming album! Check it out!
Abby Stugelmayer Interview
December 31, 2021 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.26 MBSinger/songwriter Abby Stugelmayer is no stranger to our radio show, she's performed a handful of times for our listeners but this time she's back to debut her brand new single and give us an update on her upcoming album! Check it out!
Miss ND Reyna Bergstrom Interview (Post Miss American Pageant)
December 26, 2021 18:00 - 9 minutes - 6.7 MBOur pal Miss ND Reyna Bergstrom recently returned from her Miss America pageant journey and stopped by our studio to tel us about it! Check it out!
Miss ND Reyna Bergstrom Interview (Post Miss American Pageant)
December 26, 2021 18:00 - 9 minutes - 6.7 MBOur pal Miss ND Reyna Bergstrom recently returned from her Miss America pageant journey and stopped by our studio to tel us about it! Check it out!
Act Up Theatre Interview
December 26, 2021 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.65 MBFargo's Act Up Theatre presents "Cabaret For A Cause" celebrating the music of Elton John! We recently spoke to actress/performer Katie Spokely and lead organizer Lexx Francis about the event and it's cause! Check it out!
Cristi Helm Slinger Interview
December 26, 2021 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.65 MBCristi is a local fitness professional in the Fargo/Moorhead community who recently competed in her first fitness competition. With the holidays being that time of year where most seem to fall off track with their health and fitness we asked Cristi what are some things that we can do to stay on course! Check out our chat!
Rick Adams Interview
December 25, 2021 22:00 - 14 minutes - 9.8 MBWe recently connected with local musician/singer Rick Adams and did some caroling for a few local Landon's Light Foundation families. We recently chatted with Rick about that night and his upcoming 3rd Annual Acoustic Shark Open Jam on New Yea's Day! Check it out!
Rick Adams Interview
December 25, 2021 22:00 - 14 minutes - 9.8 MBWe recently connected with local musician/singer Rick Adams and did some caroling for a few local Landon's Light Foundation families. We recently chatted with Rick about that night and his upcoming 3rd Annual Acoustic Shark Open Jam on New Yea's Day! Check it out!
Landon's Light Interview
December 17, 2021 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.33 MBWe've connected with some Fargo/Moorhead's most talented singer/songwriter/musicians and we're going Christmas Caroling for some of the families through Landon's Light Foundation. We spoke with Mary Ellen of Landon's Light to catch up on their 10 Days Of Giving campaign and hear their story. Plus local artist Gina Powers sat in to shed some light on the musicians and the music.
The Jensen Sisters Interview
December 09, 2021 02:00 - 8 minutes - 6.13 MBThey have their own clothing line, radio show, vlog and new music on the way! There's a lot going on in the Jensen Sisters world and we, along with our in studio guest Lisa Budeau, recently caught up with them to hear all about it!
Miss North Dakota Reyna Bergstrom Interview
November 13, 2021 02:00 - 8 minutes - 6.17 MBReyna Bergstrom is a Fargo native and current Miss North Dakota and soon she'll be competing in the Miss America pageant. We recently chatted with her about her journey to the crown, what she's been up to since becoming Miss ND and what advice she has for the young ladies following in her footsteps in the years to come, check out our interview!
Faith Schueler Interview
November 10, 2021 01:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBFaith is a 20 year old singer/songwriter quickly gaining the attention of the industry. We recently chatted with her about her new single "Bless Your Heart" plans for a new EP, tour and more! Check out her interview!
Dariann Leigh Interview
November 05, 2021 20:00 - 13 minutes - 9.52 MBMinnesota singer/songwriter Dariann Leigh has a call to action for her latest single 10,000 miles, plus we chatted about her run of cool festival shows over the summer and more! Check out her interview!
Dariann Leigh Interview
November 05, 2021 20:00 - 13 minutes - 9.52 MBMinnesota singer/songwriter Dariann Leigh has a call to action for her latest single 10,000 miles, plus we chatted about her run of cool festival shows over the summer and more! Check out her interview!
Morgan Wade Interview
November 05, 2021 20:00 - 8 minutes - 5.82 MBSinger/songwriter Morgan Wade calls in from the road on her first tour in support of Lucero. We prepped her for her first time to Fargo, chatted about her giving her first tattoo and the unique gift that Sony Records just gave her and more! Check out her interview!
Juliana Riccardi Interview
October 08, 2021 20:00 - 10 minutes - 7.44 MBEmerging artist Juliana Riccardi recently spoke with us about her new EP "Full Cup." From the legendary studios that she recording in to who she hopes to collaborate with down the road we covered it all! Check out our chat!
Juliana Riccardi Interview
October 08, 2021 20:00 - 10 minutes - 7.44 MBEmerging artist Juliana Riccardi recently spoke with us about her new EP "Full Cup." From the legendary studios that she recording in to who she hopes to collaborate with down the road we covered it all! Check out our chat!
"This Side Of Country" interview with Alyssa Scott
September 27, 2021 02:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBAlyssa Scott is a North Dakota native who spent some time performing with the legendary Medora Musical before heading to Nashville. She's a singer/songwriter who just recently released her debut album. We talked about her career, her album, her side project "The Highway Women" and more!
Nicole Jacobs Interview (Pro Angler, Outdoors Enthusiast, Influencer)
June 13, 2021 17:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBNicole Jacobs is a pro angler, outdoors enthusiast, influencer and proud American with a great story and a strong mission, check out our chat!
Scott Bartlett Interview
May 06, 2021 22:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MBLive music is coming back and it starts with Saving Abel at TAK music venue this weekend! We chatted with guitar player Scott Bartlett about new Saving Abel music, his foundation, his clothing line, his own solo material and more! Check it out!
Miss Rodeo North Dakota Interview
April 11, 2021 18:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBMiss Rodeo ND recently joined us in studio as our guest cohost, she's currently making a little history, check out what that is and more!
Ilene Carol Interview
April 10, 2021 18:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBWe have a lot in common with CEO of Ice Media Entertainment and Publisher of Women's Quarterly Magazine Ilene Carol . . . we're all about positivity and empowerment. We recently chatted with about her mission, her advice to others and more! Check it ut!
Dariann Leigh
April 10, 2021 18:00 - 12 minutes - 8.51 MBShe's a star on the rise! MN singer/songwriter Dariann Leigh recently visited our studio for a chat and live performance. She tells us about her new single "Let Me Go" her influences, who she'd love to collaborate with and more! Check it out!
Ilene Carol Interview
April 10, 2021 18:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBWe have a lot in common with CEO of Ice Media Entertainment and Publisher of Women's Quarterly Magazine Ilene Carol . . . we're all about positivity and empowerment. We recently chatted with about her mission, her advice to others and more! Check it ut!
Albert Bouchard Interview
April 10, 2021 16:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBOne of the founding members of Blue Oyster Cult, the legendary Albert Bouchard recently joined us on the show. We discussed his latest album "Re Imaginos" his upcoming live stream concert and more! Check out our chat!
Tom Beaujour Interview
March 27, 2021 02:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBWe recently caught up with one of the authors of the NY Times Best Selling "Nothin' But A Good Time" book, Tom Beaujour. The book tells the uncensored history of the 80's hard rock bands that made up that iconic era. Could we see a documentary come from the book? A festival? Check out our chat!
Mark Farner Interview
March 20, 2021 23:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBThe legendary Mark Warner is set to release a new live dvd entitled "From Chile With Love" that includes bonus tracks with a portion of the proceeds benefitting our great military vets, check out our chat!
Mark Farner Interview
March 20, 2021 23:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBThe legendary Mark Warner is set to release a new live dvd entitled "From Chile With Love" that includes bonus tracks with a portion of the proceeds benefitting our great military vets, check out our chat!