Chris Wienk
Afternoon DJ / Program DirectorChris Wienk
Monday-Friday, 3-9pm
Chris grew up listening to his dad play the pipe organ. Chris always got into the deep bass notes. As a little boy, Chris could be found dancing in front of tiny, little stereo speakers that were playing old Simon & Garfunkel. To this day, Chris LOVES “The Boxer,” and can often be heard saying “groovy” (as in “The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin’ Groovy)”).
Chris’ epiphany moment came in the summer of 1975 when he first heard Roxy Music’s “Love is the Drug.” That was the beginning of his quest for music that had such power and emotion.
Ain’t cha got no rhymes for me? Doot-in’ doo-doo, Feelin’ groovy.
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Taina Asili's "Fever Pitch Pilgrimage" – A Journey of Art and Activism - it begins September 13. -
Learn all about the Adirondack Americana series at the Park Theater in the interview with director Chris Ristau. -
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Kendra McKinley may come from the west coast, but she was in search of a music scene that fit her vibe, and she found it in the upper Hudson Valley in the Local 518. -
Professor Louie & The Crowmatix Bring Crowin’ Around to Caffè Lena – Sept 6 -
Jordan Taylor Hill is a compelling musician. We have seen him about the community, and love how inclusive he is with his performances. He is great at bringing in audience members and working with them to join in. -
Celebrating 25 years of Music Haven concerts in Schenectady's Central Park this summer with Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience on August 17th. -
I spoke with Tammy Rogers of the SteelDrivers about the band's longevity, playing shows, writing songs, and more. See the band on their 20th anniversary tour at Music Haven on Sunday, August 10th. -
Sydney Worthley is about to do her first headline show at Caffe Lena on July 31. We are still celebrating her album from 2024, "It Was Nice While It Lasted." -
LA singer-songwriter, Chris Pierce is returning to Caffe Lena on August 3. I love a chance to talk with Chris. He's always so inspiring.
