When was the last time you cranked up the volume on your radio because you heard something new, different or local? Chances are it’s been a while. But quality local broadcasting doesn’t have to be a thing of the past. Together, we can make it an everyday reality.

Radio is still an incredibly important resource for artists, fans and communities. That’s why FMC is involved in the fight to expand non-commercial radio as alternatives to homogenized commercial broadcasting. We believe that radio has the power to inspire, inform and entertain while serving up distinct local and regional flavor. And the musicians we’ve talked to think so, too.

This page features artists talking about what community radio means to them. From kick-ass college stations to Low Power FM to full-power broadcasters who care about their local scene, community radio is an important thread in America’s rich musical tapestry. Musicians of every stripe have stories about how radio has touched their lives and helped them reach audiences. This ongoing video project will help document these stories.

For more information about Low Power FM, see FMC’s LPFM fact sheet and blog posts. You can check out our work in full power, non-commercial radio here and here. To learn more about how you can support community radio efforts, visit www.prometheusradio.org.

Interested in being a part of this project? Send an e-mail to casey [at] futureofmusic [dot] org for details on how to submit your own video testimonial.