This Just In: Episode 92
Episode 92 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase, airs April 26th, 2026 from 8-9pm and April 27th, 2026 from 3-4pm. This week's playlist:
Fai Laci - Sarasota [Alt Rock]
aron! - Foolsong [Singer-Songwriter / Pop]
aron! - Wonderful Thing [Singer-Songwriter / Pop]
Arlo Parks - 2SIDED [Pop / Alternative]
Top Ten BLUES for April 2026
Please join Highway 61 for the best in new Blues releases and local area Artists' music every Friday, 2:00 – 6:00pm, with host DJ~KittyLuv;) 'making~waves'. Here is our latest Top Ten Blues new releases being aired at WHFR-FM 89.3...
WHFR PRESENTS TRIBUTE SHOW
Tune in on Sunday, April 26, from 4-7pm EDT, with a repeat broadcast on Thursday, April 30, from 11am-2pm EDT for a special edition of WHFR PRESENTS, featuring dedications Shirley Tyson, mother of WHFR DJ Terence Tyson, hosted by Terence. She liked many genres of music and lots of her favorite artists will be presented during the program...
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"WHFR Journal" 2026 Barrett Awards (this year's showcase) - Friday, May 1, at 1pm
On today's WHFR Journal, we inadvertently shared the Barrett Creative Writing Awards Ceremony from last year. We're glad we were able to showcase our student winners from 2025, but know that we promised the 2026 ceremony. We will air the 2026 Barrett Awards in its entirety next Friday, May 1 at 1pm. Apologies for the mix-up, and we hope you'll tune in for the 2026 showcase of our brightest and most creative writers here at HFC next Friday at 1pm. It'll be worth the wait!
"WHFR Journal" Shares Barrett Creative Writing Awards Ceremony and Talks Arbor Day & More - Friday, April 24, at 1pm
Join us Friday, April 24 on the WHFR Journal as we share the Francis G. Barrett Creative Writing Contest and the Larry Colter Poetry Prize Awards Ceremony on that took place on April 17, where five students were recognized for their winning work. Nearly 40 HFC students and faculty members attended the event, and we're airing it in it's entirety for you here on WHFR. This year is the 50th anniversary of the Barrett Creative Writing Contest, which HFC holds annually to honor the memory of the English Department's first department chairperson, Frances G. Barrett.
Happy Earth Day from WHFR Radio!
WHFR will be sharing songs about Mother Earth and more as we celebrate this important awareness topic (and ways we can help the planet we live on) all week long. Enjoy!
Thank You Loyal Listeners!
The entire staff here at WHFR thanks everyone who donated to our "Radiothon 2026" Pledge Drive which wrapped up this past Saturday. The success of this week-long fundraiser is critical to the ongoing operation of our station. Your financial support lets us know that you like what we do and (quite literally) gives us the means to keep it going. We are truly grateful…
This Just In: Episode 91
Episode 91 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase, airs April 20th, 2026 from 8-9pm and April 21st, 2026 from 3-4pm. This week's playlist:
Ecca Vandal - SORRY! CRASH! [Alt Rock]
Dreamer Isioma - Smile [Alternative / R&B]
Genesis Owusu - STAMPEDE [Alternative]
Ghost Funk Orchestra - Blockhead (Live In Europe) [Soul / Alternative]
WHFR PRESENTS BRITISH BLUES LEGEND JOHN MAYALL "THE EARLY YEARS"
They called him "The Godfather of the British Blues." As a bandleader, songwriter, vocalist, harmonica player, pianist, organist and guitarist, JOHN MAYALL was, in a large part, responsible for launching the careers of the some of the great guitarists in blues and rock history. His 1960s groups boasted the talents of such guitar wizards as Eric Clapton, Peter Green, Mick Taylor, Harvey Mandel and Freddie Robinson...
WHFR Radiothon 2026 - DAY SEVEN -- FINAL FORMAL DAY TO GIVE!
Today is Day Seven of WHFR-FM Radiothon 2026 — the last formal day of this year’s pledge drive — and we want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who has already contributed. Your generosity helps keep WHFR strong, independent, and commercial-free...
"WHFR Journal" LIVE Radiothon Edition - Friday, April 17, at 1pm
Tune in for our LIVE Radiothon Week edition of the WHFR Journal, Friday, April 17 at 1pm. Susan McGraw will welcome WHFR Founder Jay Korinek to the studio to help celebrate our 40 years of broadcast and take your pledge of support. We'll also talk with student Nick Mrla who will share the student perspective of what WHFR means to him.
WHFR Radiothon 2026 - DAY SEVEN!
Radiothon isn't just something you hear — it's something you can experience. Join WHFR for a live benefit concert on Saturday, April 18, at the 342 Bar & Grill in Dearborn Heights, featuring outstanding local talent including Dave and Kristi and some surprises, too. This special event brings together listeners, volunteers, and music lovers for a night that reflects the heart of WHFR: local music, community connection, and creative energy...
WHFR Radiothon 2026 - DAY FIVE!
As WHFR celebrates 40 years of independent, diverse, and locally curated programming, we ask for your pledge of financial support to help sustain this commercial-free programming and provides invaluable hands-on opportunities for Henry Ford College students and dedicated volunteers. Every pledge keeps WHFR’s unique voice on the air and ensures we continue to grow -- bigger, better, and bolder. Join us in celebrating four decades of "Making Waves" and beyond. Click the "Donate to WHFR" button now to give. THANK YOU!
"WHFR Journal" Talks HFC Native Plants and Audacious Kids -- Friday, April 10, at 1pm
Tune in to the WHFR Journal today, April 10 at 1pm. In honor of Native Plant Month here in April, we'll chat with Reem Alhadad, President of the HFC Student Environmental Association about HFC's own Native Plant Day, taking place at the quad on our campus this Monday, April 13, from 11am-2pm. You'll learn about sustainability techniques, take a guided tour on the Rouge Trail, and pick up some local plants to enjoy in your own garden. This event is free and open to the community, and Reem will share details on our show.
This Just In: Episode 90
Episode 90 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase, airs April 6th, 2026 from 8-9pm and April 7th, 2026 from 3-4pm. This week's playlist:
Coach Party - Nurse Depression [Rock]
Sick Shooters - Evacuation [Punk]
They Might Be Giants - Wu-Tang [Rock]
Herc Deeman - In Too Deep [Electronic / House]
Lettuce - Storm Coming [Funk / Instrumental]
Ludom - I Shrug [R&B / World]
Joji - Hotel California [Pop / Alternative]
Status/Non-Status - Big Changes [Alternative]