Music Submission

If you would like to submit your music for consideration for airplay, note the following: WMSC only accepts digital, FCC clean tracks sent via email and vinyl. We do not accept CDs or cassettes.

 

We ONLY chart alternative pop & rock music and Loud Rock. All other genres will not be considered. If you are looking to submit other formats to a specialty show, please connect with the DJ of that show directly. Please do not send MP3s through social media as our social media channels are not managed by our music team. For interviews and in-studio performances, please email our dynamic music duo Emol & Gwen.

 

Music Director: Emily “Emol” McCormack

music@wmscradio.com

 

Music Librarian: Gwen Streitman

musiclibrary@wmscradio.com


Emily McCormack is a senior film and television major at Montclair State University. Often going by the nickname “Emol,” she started in the music team at WMSC in 2020, and enjoys attending and photographing concerts.  She hosts Nine of the Times, a part-talk-part-countdown show which features the freshest tunes in the rock/alternative scene. She is […]


Gwen Streitman is a senior majoring in Theatre Studies. She first joined the station in Fall 2022 as a part of the promotions and music teams. Since then, she has become involved in WMSC’s Morning Show, The Morning Buzz, as a segment host with her segment on WMSC concert giveaways and updates in the local […]


MUSIC REVIEWS

The genre-bending metal artist dominates the New York City stage as they perform in their first-ever headline tour in the U.S. Review and Photos by Emily “Emol” McCormack –  Alternative-metal-trap-screaming-everything-in-between artist Kim Dracula has quickly developed a following after their debut album A Gradual Decline In Morale released in July 2023. Just before, they were […]


WMSC UNPLUGGED

New Jersey’s own Sweaterville performed at WMSC for an episode of our live performance show WMSC Unplugged!






Music Submission

If you would like to submit your music for consideration for airplay, note the following: WMSC only accepts digital, FCC clean tracks sent via email and vinyl. We do not accept CDs or cassettes.

We ONLY chart alternative pop & rock music and Loud Rock. All other genres will not be considered. If you are looking to submit other formats to a specialty show, please connect with the DJ of that show directly. Please do not send MP3s through social media as our social media channels are not managed by our music team. For interviews and in-studio performances, please email our dynamic music duo Emol & Gwen.


Emily McCormack is a senior film and television major at Montclair State University. Often going by the nickname “Emol,” she started in the music team at WMSC in 2020, and enjoys attending and photographing concerts.  She hosts Nine of the Times, a part-talk-part-countdown show which features the freshest tunes in the rock/alternative scene. She is […]


Gwen Streitman is a senior majoring in Theatre Studies. She first joined the station in Fall 2022 as a part of the promotions and music teams. Since then, she has become involved in WMSC’s Morning Show, The Morning Buzz, as a segment host with her segment on WMSC concert giveaways and updates in the local […]



music review

The genre-bending metal artist dominates the New York City stage as they perform in their first-ever headline tour in the U.S. Review and Photos by Emily “Emol” McCormack –  Alternative-metal-trap-screaming-everything-in-between artist Kim Dracula has quickly developed a following after their debut album A Gradual Decline In Morale released in July 2023. Just before, they were […]


WMSC Unplugged

New Jersey’s own Sweaterville performed at WMSC for an episode of our live performance show WMSC Unplugged!


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The genre-bending metal artist dominates the New York City stage as they perform in their first-ever headline tour in the U.S. Review and Photos by Emily “Emol” McCormack –  Alternative-metal-trap-screaming-everything-in-between artist Kim Dracula has quickly developed a following after their debut album A Gradual Decline In Morale released in July 2023. Just before, they were […]

The family-oriented talent dominates the stage in his return to the States for his North American headline tour. Review and Photos by Emily ‘Emol’ McCormack – Canadian singer-songwriter TALK rose to fame for his 2021 single “Run Away To Mars,” which topped rock-alternative charts over the years – landing a spot on Sirius XM’s Alt-36 […]

New Jersey’s own Sweaterville performed at WMSC for an episode of our live performance show WMSC Unplugged!

Review by Aidan Smith – When Stay Inside released the lead single off their sophomore album Ferried Away, it took little time to make a huge impact on me – honest lyrics about growing up and growing away from people you were once inseparable from. A killer – I mean killer – horn section transcended “A Backyard” to […]

Article by Emily Rabeno Alternative rock band known for hits like “Cigarette Daydreams” and “Ain’t No Rest For The Wicked,” Cage The Elephant released a new single titled “Out Loud” followed by an album announcement and a tour.  “Out Loud” is one of their slower and very meaningful songs. This song shows many themes of […]

Hardcore metalcore icons Knocked Loose have announced a new album, You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To, coming May 10 of this year. You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To will be their first full-length release since A Different Shade of Blue, released back in 2019. The band’s third LP release is expected to feature [...]

Welcome to WMSC Music Picks, a collaborative collection of WMSC’s music recommendations and reviews. In this installment, members of our station celebrate spring break with their favorite tracks about the journey and the destination!     “Hawaii (Stay Awake)” – Waterparks Review by Amber Bintliff I mean, who wouldn’t want to go to Hawaii for […]

Twenty One Pilots are back at it again – confusing and intriguing fans with vague, cryptic messages throughout the globe with their latest single, “Overcompensate.” Review by Emily McCormack Alongside this new track, Twenty One Pilots announced their upcoming sixth studio album Clancy will be here on May 17, 2024! The music video for the […]

New Jersey’s own Elmora will be performed at WMSC for an episode of our live performance show WMSC Unplugged!

Review and Photos by Lara Ziccardi Ricky Montgomery is an American singer-songwriter from Los Angeles, CA, although he spent his teen years in the Midwest. He is known for his hits “Like Without a Hook” and “Mr Loverman,” which went viral in 2020. Montgomery is currently on his 2024 U.S. Tour, The Rick Tour: Another […]

Job For A Cowboy has pushed boundaries with their last album Sun Eater, and Moon Healer not only feels like the natural progression of their sound, but it also feels like a step in the right direction for the metal landscape. Review By GS Alvarez Job for a Cowboy’s long-anticipated return finally came on February […]

He said that seeing all of his fans was the best feeling in the world.  Review and Photos by Natasha Bochard Ericdoa is a 21-year-old hyperpop artist who seamlessly blends pop-rock and digicore sounds. The beginning of 2024 marked the start of Ericdoa’s second international tour, Dead On Arrival Tour, following the release of his […]

“Life is fleeting, therefore it’s precious, and death is the most effective way I know to frame this miracle of living.” – Ryan Guldemond, Lead Vocalist/Guitarist Review by Afsin Rehman Mother Mother released their new album Grief Chapter on February 16th, 2024, following their last album Inside released in 2021. They teased the release with […]

Article by Maura Mayfield Vampire Weekend announced their plans to embark on a North American tour starting in the spring of 2024. This announcement came with the excitement of their upcoming album Only Gods Above Us and the drop of two singles: “Gen-X Cops” and “Capricorn.” These two singles are the first pieces of music […]

Review by Bailey Thompson Alt-rock band Pearl Jam recently released their latest single “Dark Matter.” Pearl Jam consists of members Eddie Vedder as lead vocalist, who also plays guitar, Jeff Ament on bass guitar, Stone Gossard on rhythm guitar, Matt Cameron on the drums, Boom Gaspar as the bands keyboardist, and lead guitarist Mike McCready. […]


Enter to win a pair of tickets to see Beach Weather at the Gramercy Theatre on 3/21/24! Show: 6:30 PM | Age Restriction: 16+ Winners are selected at random, and can only win once every 30 days. Only tickets provided, no transportation or accommodations. Giveaway runs until: Monday, March 18th *Disclaimer* This giveaway is not run […]

Enter to win the pair of tickets to see Eliza McLamb at Music Hall of Williamsburg on 3/28/24! Show 7:00 PM | Age Restriction: 16+ Winners are selected at random, and can only win once every 30 days. Only tickets provided, no transportation or accommodations. Check the venue’s COVID-19 policies before entering. Giveaway runs until: Thursday, March […]

Enter to win the pair of tickets to see The Strumbellas at Music Hall of Williamsburg on 4/6/24! Show 7:00 PM | Age Restriction: 18+ Winners are selected at random, and can only win once every 30 days. Only tickets provided, no transportation or accommodations. Check the venue’s COVID-19 policies before entering. Giveaway runs until: Wednesday, […]

Enter to win a pair of tickets to see Glass Beach at the Gramercy Theatre on 4/6/24! Show: 7:00 PM | Age Restriction: All Ages Winners are selected at random, and can only win once every 30 days. Only tickets provided, no transportation or accommodations. Giveaway runs until: Wednesday, April 10th. *Disclaimer* This giveaway is not run […]

Remo Drive

09 Apr 2024

Enter to win a pair of tickets to see Remo Drive at Brooklyn Made on 4/9/24! Doors: 7:00 pm | Show: 8:00 PM | Age Restriction: 18+ Winners are selected at random, and can only win once every 30 days. Only tickets provided, no transportation or accommodations. Check the venue’s COVID-19 policies before entering. This giveaway […]

Enter to win a pair of tickets to see Holly Humberstone on 4/12/24! Doors 8:00 PM | Ages: 16+ Winners are selected at random, and can only win once every 30 days. Only tickets provided, no transportation or accommodations. Check the venue’s COVID-19 policies before entering. This giveaway runs until Tuesday, April 9th. The winner […]