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WMPG now has a new feature on our WMPG app,”Leave us a message”. Available for both  IOS & Android it can be downloaded on Google Play and the Apple App Store. Download and check out the recently added a “Leave us a message” feature. Send us a voice message, video or email. Want to leave us a testimony about how you feel about WMPG, you can do it here. Send us a photo of you…

Listen to Between the Notes show where DJ Jazzine interviewed with Tom Alexander. Listen here

We’ve taken An Extraordinary Place to film festivals (and won a bunch of awards) —now let’s get it on TV!  Tom Bell, the film maker is raising $12,500 to cover the music rights that will keep our portrayal of WMPG’s eclectic sound true to life. Time is ticking—can you contribute to this crowdfunder ? This project has just 30 days to raise the funds, and needs to hit 80% of the goal to receive any money. Every dollar counts! Now is your…

McGoldROCKS! at the University of Southern Maine Portland Campus, 35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME. Rain Venue: USM Sullivan Gym, 66 Falmouth St, Portland, ME 04103 This is a free, ticket only event. REGISTER FOR YOUR TICKETS HERE. Tickets are will call (just give your name on arrival) Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of music, community, and celebration at the McGoldROCKS! Music Festival! This exciting event will take place on Saturday, September 7th, from 2.30 PM to 8 PM on…

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you of the death of our friend and fellow DJ and radio host, Lorenzo. Lorenzo had been in hospital with some heart issues. Our hearts are broken at this news and our deepest condolences go out to his family. Lorenzo was a passionate music lover and a true champion of local talent. His presence was a constant at music events, and he was especially…

Tickets are now on sale for WMPG’s Bluegrass Spectacular featuring: The World Famous Grassholes Tricky Britches Bayou Mt Boys Get tickets here More details coming soon..

Great news feature here from USM.  The generation that grew up watching “Bob the Builder” is now college age, and they’re still learning from their favorite cartoon handyman. William Dufris was the voice actor who spoke for Bob on the show’s original American broadcasts. The equipment that Dufris used for his recordings now resides at the University of Southern Maine in Gorham. Students use it to hone the same skills that laid the foundation for Dufris’ career. “When I was a…

It’s time for the WMPG Music Yard Sale! It happens on Sunday, August 11th from 10am to 2pm! The location is right in WMPG’s own driveway and back-yard. We are located at 92 Bedford Street on the USM Portland campus. This year’s sale features records, cds & music equipment from WMPG’s vaults along with WMPG volunteers setting up their own tables. If you would like to donate to WMPG in another way, we are accepting…

Happy Pride month! At WMPG, we proudly celebrate the diversity, resilience and vibrant culture of our LGBTQ+ community. We believe that diversity enriches our community and enhances our collective strength through our programming and we are dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space where everyone can express themselves. We aim to educate, inspire, and foster sense of belonging for all individuals regardless of their gender, identity, sexual orientation, or background. Happy Pride today and…

Do you know about our amazing Public Affairs shows? WMPG is putting the spotlight on our incredible public affairs shows. Focused on bringing together and informing the Greater Portland Community, these seven shows are connecting us with what’s going on in our community, and we’d love for you to give them a listen. First up in the week is Community Voices for Change, with host Richard Rudolph, airing Mondays at 11:30 AM. In his talk…