KQAL

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KQAL is Winona's radio alternative. KQAL is the only full service, independent radio station in Winona and has been serving the area for over 34 years. There is something for everyone on KQAL. Classical and jazz during the day, rock at night, public affairs and educational programs, and WSU Warrior play-by-play action.

KQAL is operated by the Mass Communication department at Winona State University and is staffed primarily by student volunteers. It has a dual mission: to provide career training for students interested in radio broadcasting as well as to provide the residents of southeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin with quality educational and entertainment programming.

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A & E Download  
15 Pieces

Daily update of Arts, music and community events for Winona and southeastern Minnesota.

  • From: KQAL
  • Updated: Jan 28, 2014
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Art Beat 
405 Pieces

Local artists showcasing their craft. Whether it's painting, woodwork, glass, metal, beadwork, drawing, sewing, ect., we'll cover it!

  • From: KQAL
  • Updated: Oct 05, 2012
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Culture Clique 
385 Pieces

Culture Clique is a segment that takes a peek into different cultures in the Winona area. Celebrating the diversity of the cultural makeup of Winona, we are not just looking at heritage, but also hobbyists culture, and different ways of life.

  • From: KQAL
  • Updated: Sep 27, 2012
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Don't Cha Know 
119 Pieces

Don't Cha Know is all about being in the know about upcoming events in the Winona area, interviews with interesting people, and historically significant places in our neck of the woods - the Winona area of South East Minnesota.

  • From: KQAL
  • Updated: Jun 21, 2012
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Hollywood, Minnesota 
31 Pieces

Minnesota's connection to the film industry.

  • From: KQAL
  • Updated: Apr 21, 2014
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The Live Feed 
823 Pieces

Live concert series recorded on location and centered around local and regional (MN) artists. Might sometimes include acoustic in studio performances.

  • From: KQAL
  • Updated: Jul 08, 2020
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The Sound 
83 Pieces

In studio interview show centered around local and regional (MN) music releases. Includes music from the featured album and discussion with the artist(s) about the writing, recording and distribution processes. Might sometimes include producers and engineers involved on the featured album.

  • From: KQAL
  • Updated: Jul 08, 2020

Latest Pieces

Turbo Pastel: Turbo Pastel
From: KQAL
Series: The Sound
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Tonight, on The Sound we check out the latest album from Turbo Pastel, called well, Turbo Pastel, what else? As someone once said, it’s fast and it...

  • Added: Feb 20, 2024
  • Length: 01:05:31
LAN3S: Wannabe Superstar
From: KQAL
Series: The Sound
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Tonight on the Sound we kick off the year with a new years treat from Local Winona feauring an exclusive debut joined by none other than LAN3S, an ...

  • Added: Feb 20, 2024
  • Length: 55:34
Trajan Schaub: various singles
From: KQAL
Series: The Sound
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Today on the Sound we are joined by local artist Trjan Shaub as he presents a few singles from his roster of music. Despite his unique music that c...

  • Added: Feb 20, 2024
  • Length: 40:00
Bowling League: Humbug
From: KQAL
Series: The Sound
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Tonight, on The Sound we have a special holiday treat for you. No, it’s not sugar cookies, it doesn’t really have a bow or pretty wrapping on it an...

  • Added: Feb 20, 2024
  • Length: 01:01:30
Sleeping Jesus: Hollywood Smile
From: KQAL
Series: The Sound
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Tonight, on The Sound Nick Elstad of Winona’s own, Sleeping Jesus joins us to talk about the bands latest album, Hollywood Smile. Although the band...

  • Added: Feb 20, 2024
  • Length: 57:02
The Mascot Theory: Big Blue EP
From: KQAL
Series: The Sound
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Tonight, on The Sound we bring you a little gem with a great big sound called Big Blue EP, by The Mascot Theory. Hailing from Madison, WI, The Masc...

  • Added: Feb 20, 2024
  • Length: 01:06:46
The MilBillies: Capital B
From: KQAL
Series: The Sound
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Tonight, on The Sound we imbibe some beautiful brew-grass with an exclusive debut of the latest album from The MilBillies, titled Capital B. Hailin...

  • Added: Feb 20, 2024
  • Length: 59:30
Charlieboy: Peoplegarden
From: KQAL
Series: The Sound
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Tonight, on The Sound we bring you a little band that’s making a big impression on folks lately, Charlieboy. Springing up out of La Crosse WI, Char...

  • Added: Feb 20, 2024
  • Length: 54:45
John Paulson Big Band: The Refuge Project
From: KQAL
Series: The Sound
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Saxophonist, composer and educator John Paulson of Winona, MN has just released his third CD of original big band jazz- “The Refuge Project.” The ...

  • Added: Feb 20, 2024
  • Length: 01:03:41
Dante DeGrazia: Nothing Ever Happens
From: KQAL
Series: The Sound
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Tonight, on The Sound we give you Winona's own, Dante De Grazia with his latest album, Nothing Ever Happens, but I gotta add, a lot happens here. T...

  • Added: Feb 20, 2024
  • Length: 46:52

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Staff of KQAL

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Mike Martin (Admin)
Operations Manager
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Doug Westerman (Admin)
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Joel Glaser (Admin)
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Bill Stoneberg (Admin)
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Hlee Lee (Admin)
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