  Gannon Member Username: Gannon Post Number: 14802 Registered: 12-2003 |
Histeric and I have been listening to WDET's HD-2 channel in the Deli for a few days now...ever since I brought in my Sangean tuner for some music around this place that WASN'T electronic dance music or Madonna. Tonight my stressed-out friend actually broke into a huge smile when he realized that he had NEVER heard his favorite band played in the deli...the Grateful Dead...until then. (Maybe this HD radio is a cool thing after all.) A few moments later I noticed a familiar voice describing the playlist... ...Craggy, showing yet again another fascinating facet of his personality. His depth of knowledge, and ability to share an anecdote regarding WHY he chose to play a particular tune is a joy to hear and even greater to LISTEN and engage. Plus, everything he played was cool...and complex...and much of it I wasn't familiar with in the least, so I guess I'm overwhelmed by the discovery. I can't believe he's been suffering the news all these years, he is such a natural, thoroughly interesting music discjockey. Unbelievably great free-form music radio is back in the Motor City. 101.9-2, at least between ten and midnight! Can I get this played during the peak lunch hours? The interview program in that slot just isn't working...but this last couple of hours simply cannot have been any better. Of course, I said that about a few of the earlier DetroitTODAY shows that were stellar...and then they just kept getting better. This could become a habit...or an addiction. I can't tell if this is Pete Townshend or Eric Clapton...if the sun don't shine any more...is it both?! Kick ass tune...thanks Craggy. Cheers | ||
Craggy Member Username: Craggy Post Number: 354 Registered: 10-2003 |
Thanks, Mr. Gannon. The show actually airs live from 9-midnight on Wednesdays...they might rebroadcast it from time to time during the week. The song you refer to is "It makes no difference" by The Band. Its from the soundtrack to "The Last Waltz", which chronicled the Band's last ever performance. A good disc, with guest appearances by Dylan, Van Morrison, Muddy Waters, Joni Mitchell and more. | ||
Digitalvision Member Username: Digitalvision Post Number: 1443 Registered: 11-2003 |
He's really good at news, too, Gannon. :-) I'm glad, however, there is some outlet for your musical knowledge, Craggy. We're all the better for it. | ||
Detroitbill Member Username: Detroitbill Post Number: 687 Registered: 09-2006 |
Congrats Craggy... great show/music | ||
Cinderpath Member Username: Cinderpath Post Number: 900 Registered: 05-2006 |
-Wow I can now stream WDET HD, and it sounds pretty good! Music on WDET again!!!! Question #1 how many WDET HD programs are "House" programs verses nationally syndicated programs? I may end my long war with them since the music pretty much died, and donate again. I have to say their local news programs are great, I am just sick of such things as BBC running all night where I can get that anywhere. Just get Bandyke back on the air, and life will be good: A good president in the WH, and good tunes coming from Motown, and get people working again, is this too much to ask :-) I was not planning on spending much at Christmas, maybe Santa might find room in his sleigh for a HD Receiver for my home rig. Question #2 Does anybody know how the WDET and others HD home reception is in Ferndale? What kind of antenna is needed? Does this not require a special antenna no? Thanks- | ||
Gannon Member Username: Gannon Post Number: 14808 Registered: 12-2003 |
You should NOT require any sort of special antenna...and the tabletop and "walkpeople" portable units have internal ones. The little dipole that comes with most tuners will suffice, just stretch that thing OUT fully! I'm having some difficulties with dropouts down at the Deli, though. I'm using a special antenna that is supposed to eliminate the multipath from many reflections off the buildings between the broadcast and receiving antennas. I'll be trying a different one...but YOUR situation in Ferndale is WAY different than being in the concrete caverns of downtown! | ||
Gannon Member Username: Gannon Post Number: 14809 Registered: 12-2003 |
Mr. Craggy, Was that show LIVE, too? I was so excited I called into the station around eleven or so, but called the -1019 one...I don't remember if that was the studio line or for pledges. All these years answering phones makes 'em a blur... | ||
Craggy Member Username: Craggy Post Number: 355 Registered: 10-2003 |
Gannon... I do the show live on Wednesday night. However, I'm in a secondary studio, so I can't take calls. Email is the best route. Maybe I'll set up a facebook page for the show for instant feedback. I'll get back to you on it. | ||
Craggy Member Username: Craggy Post Number: 356 Registered: 10-2003 |
Cinder... We are working to add as much local stuff as possible, but shows like "mountain stage" will be on. Here's a better list. It will be taking a more permanent shape in the weeks to come. http://wdetfm.org/listenlive/H D.php | ||
Sharmaal Member Username: Sharmaal Post Number: 1392 Registered: 09-2004 |
Craggy, how about twitter? | ||
Craggy Member Username: Craggy Post Number: 357 Registered: 10-2003 |
twitter could work. I have a twitter page I never use. Ever. look up Craig Fahle on Twitter, and it should be there. | ||
Craggy Member Username: Craggy Post Number: 358 Registered: 10-2003 |
bumping this, sorry about that...but if you are inclined, the show starts again in about thirty minutes. (9 o'clock) | ||
Mauser765 Member Username: Mauser765 Post Number: 3554 Registered: 01-2004 |
Gannon and Histeric ? Odd couple. | ||
Bearinabox Member Username: Bearinabox Post Number: 1036 Registered: 04-2006 |
Listening online right now, and enjoying it very much. Thanks for the bump, I'd have missed it otherwise. |
