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Sunday, July 26: Jerry Cortez at the FrontRoom
Jerry Cortez returns to the FrontRoom, brought to you by WCUW’s DJ Laney.
Jerry has been performing as the guitarist with the band Tower Of Power since 2010. He has also played with Jesse Collins Young and with the Youngbloods.
Come hear Jerry perform his own take on a number of cover songs favorites as well as his own originals. DJ Laney will be on vocals, and Debbie Gurrieri Maloney on flute.
Their musical song book covers standards and selections from well known artists and spans the musical genres of rock, blues, folk and jazz.
Jerry’s last show was outstanding- do NOT miss this one!
Showtime: Sunday, July 26, 5 pm. Doors open at 4:30. Tickets $20 cash or Venmo at the door. Light refreshments will be served.
The WCUW FrontRoom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
Thursday, July 30: Cinema Worcester at the FrontRoom Presents “Don’t Look Back”
Cinema Worcester in conjunction with the WCUW FrontRoom presents “Don’t Look Back”, a film by D. A. Pennebaker.
Join us for a trip to the late 60s with three fantastic musical films, beginning with Don’t Look Back.
In 1965, the iconic troubadour Bob Dylan toured the United Kingdom at the age of 23, and director D.A. Pennebaker was allowed behind the scenes to provide one of the most intimate glimpses of the private and frequently cantankerous songwriter.
The film chronicles Dylan’s concert appearances, hotel room conversations, and transportation downtime, pulling back the curtain on the folk messiah at the end of his relationship with Joan Baez and on the cusp of his creative shift toward rock music.
Run time is 1 hour and 36 minutes. NR.
Showtime: Thursday, July 30, 7 pm.
Save money with a pass for all three films in this series: Purchase your three-film pass, available online only: $23.18 general admission (processing fees included).
Purchase individual tickets online: $10.38 general admission (processing fees included).
Tickets at the door: $8 general admission (single tickets only).
The WCUW FrontRoom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
Friday, July 31: Cinema Worcester at the FrontRoom Presents “Monterey Pop”
Cinema Worcester in conjunction with the WCUW FrontRoom presents “Monterey Pop”, a film by D. A. Pennebaker.
Our trip to the late 60s continues with the second of three fantastic musical films: Monterey Pop.
Featuring performances by popular artists of the 1960s, this concert film highlights the music of the 1967 California festival.
Although not all musicians who performed at the Monterey Pop Festival are on film, some of the notable acts include the Mamas and the Papas, Simon & Garfunkel, Jefferson Airplane, the Who, Otis Redding, and the Jimi Hendrix Experience.
Hendrix’s post-performance antics–lighting a guitar on fire, breaking it and tossing a part into the audience—are captured.
Run time is 1 hour and 19 minutes. NR.
Showtime: Friday, July 31, 7 pm.
Save money with a pass for all three films in this series: Purchase your three-film pass, available online only: $23.18 general admission (processing fees included).
Purchase individual tickets online: $10.38 general admission (processing fees included).
Tickets at the door: $8 general admission (single tickets only).
The WCUW FrontRoom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
Saturday, August 1: Cinema Worcester at the FrontRoom Presents “Gimme Shelter”
Cinema Worcester in conjunction with the WCUW FrontRoom presents “Gimme Shelter”, a film by Charlotte Zwerin, Albert Maysles, and David Maysles.
Our trip to the late 60s concludes with Gimme Shelter.
Theis is the landmark documentary about the tragically ill-fated Rolling Stones free concert at Altamont Speedway on December 6, 1969.
Only four months earlier, Woodstock defined the Love Generation; now it lay in ruins on a desolate racetrack six miles outside of San Francisco.
Run time is 1 hour and 31 minutes. R (language | brief nudity | graphic violence).
Showtime: Saturday, August 1, 1 pm.
Save money with a pass for all three films in this series: Purchase your three-film pass, available online only: $23.18 general admission (processing fees included).
Purchase individual tickets online: $10.38 general admission (processing fees included).
Tickets at the door: $8 general admission (single tickets only).
The WCUW FrontRoom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
Saturday, August 1: Lisa Marie & Johnny Juxo featuring The Hip-Shakin’ Horns at the FrontRoom
Lisa Marie & Johnny Juxo return to the FrontRoom!
We are so excited to have this duo back! Their last show with us was truly a night of musical magic!
Lisa Marie is not only a blues shouter in the tradition of Big Joe Turner and Wynonie Harris, this Boston native carries on the sweet gospel soul of Sam Cooke, the yearning of Hank Williams, and the boisterous, cartoonish fun of Louis Jordan. From jump-swing to swamp boogie, country blues to funky New Orleans grooves, her deep husky vocals express an unmistakable joy.
Lisa Marie tells her audience that “joy and sorrow are two sides of the same coin.” This woman is a storyteller, with a gift that allows you to fall deeply in love with a song – sometimes one you may have heard before, but never have you heard it done quite like this… Innovative, creative vocal and musical arrangements that put a new twist on every story.
Combine the magnetic forces of Lisa Marie on vocals and percussion; Johnny Juxo on keys and vocals; truly energetic performances and the songwriting skills of two of New England’s premier musicians – and you’ve got one helluva party- Roots, rock ‘n’ roll & boogie woogie soul!
Showtime: Saturday, August 1, 7 pm. Doors open at 6:30. Tickets $20 cash at the door. Light refreshments will be served.
The WCUW FrontRoom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
The above are just some of the events happening at WCUW. For all events, see here.
The language, visuals, music, ideas and opinions expressed at any event in the FrontRoom or Gallery is that of the event organizer and/or artist, and not that of WCUW, Inc., its station director, programmers and other volunteers, nor its board of directors.
A Big Thank You!: Wattson Home Solutions
We would like to thank Wattson Home Solutions for the insulating work they did in our station. We will be warmer in winter, cooler in summer, and will be saving money – year round – that can be used to improve our programming and facilities.
Thank you!
Radio Waves: WCUW Makes Some Key Leadership Changes as Station Changes
(from Worcester Magazine, Jan 14, 2026) There have been some key staff changes behind the dial at WCUW Community Radio 91.3 FM as 2026 gets underway, including longtime executive director Troy Tyree transitioning to a new role as part-time programming director for the radio station.
“Troy has given his heart and soul to WCUW for more than 15 years as its only paid staff member,” WCUW said in a statement to the Telegram & Gazette.
Now there are three paid part-time staff. Joining Tyree are Steve Blake, who has volunteered at WCUW for many years, as general manager, and Laura Lenis as WCUW’s membership consultant.
Scott Hayman, clerk of the WCUW board of directors, said “the board credits Troy with shepherding WCUW through many of its lean times, especially COVID, and for his vision for the now very successful FrontRoom, a venue for weekly live music and Cinema Worcester … while managing all the station’s broadcasting and administration, Troy worked tirelessly to keep the 910 Main Street facility in shape on a shoestring budget.”
Read more at Worcester Magazine.
Walk into our new Harold Stevens Gallery at WCUW, and you will see on your right a wall of glass blocks.
Special glass blocks, as they are engraved with the names of donors to WCUW who want their name to live forever.
You can add your name or other content to this wall for just $91.30 per line!
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