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Channel Frequencies: Amplifying a Community and Local Talent

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  Joone performs at The Libertine. (Lead singer and guitarist, Michael Harvey) In San Luis Obispo, exciting music is taking root, thanks to the efforts of Channel Frequencies, a booking company dedicated to showcasing the talent of local bands and artists. Social media has become a powerful tool for prompting events, and Channel Frequencies has harnessed their platform to connect local fans and artists. Using apps like Instagram and TikTok, the booking company has created an online presence that not only advertises upcoming shows but cultivates a sense of community around San Luis Obispo’s music scene. Through eye-catching posts, behind-the-scenes content, and video snippets, Channel Frequencies engages its followers, building excitement and anticipation for each show they host. Hashtags, posters distributed around town, and interactive stories help amplify visibility, making it easier for fans to discover local talent and for bands to reach new audiences. The digital buzz generate...
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Fiona Kelley’s Journey into SLO’s Thriving Music Scene

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  Fiona Kelley’s Journey into SLO’s Thriving Music Scene Around two years ago, when student Fiona Kelley visited her brother at Cal Poly, she was influenced to see some live music in the local area. A mix of metal, rock, and shoegaze (slo-gaze for the locals) surrounded the room of the venue she went to, and with her admiration for music, she found immense joy in this new experience. As she entered the college lifestyle, she was continuously intrigued by the music scene and vibrance these shows offered her. Not only have these shows given her an escape from school, but an opportunity to feel a part of a community where she feels authentic and seen.     Fiona Kelley has not only developed a great passion for the music scene here at SLO, but her story allows others to see how a certain hobby can encourage self-confidence and embracement in a new stage of life.  Since around the first day I met you, I would hear you talking about these “shows”, and you kept saying...
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A Night with Joone at The Libertine

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Michael Harvey, singer, and guitarist for the band Joone, grabs his grandfather’s favorite guitar pick for good luck and heads to the stage as a room full of fans awaits. The Libertine Brewing Company is packed with eager faces, all waiting for the infectious rhythm and a moment to release the stressors from college reality. Hard vibrations, settled yet emotive screams, and electric strums, attract the metal heads at SLO. The band Joone huddles together in the narrow, cluttered backstage room, laughing nervously and running through final checks.  Joone is huddling up and getting backstage motivation for their performance at The Libertine on February 7.  Opening band, Joone is performing their latest single and enjoying their time on stage. Joone’s vocalist and guitarist, Michael Harvey, is singing his original song “Just This Way.” Accompanied by guitarist, Trinity Barron, they debut this song live for the first time.  The crowd is filled with energy and spunk, shufflin...
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Metals Next Generation Thrives at The Aviary in SLO

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  Metals Next Generation Thrives at The Aviary in SLO Freshman, Paloma Brunson, crowd surfing at the Halloween show at The Aviary. (Photo taken by Alyssa Parikh) It’s a Saturday night at The Aviary , and the air is electric with anticipation. As the first chord strikes, the crowd of young metalheads erupts, dancing in unison. In this simply lit venue filled with talent, passion, and bandanas; a raw, underground scene is thriving and becoming a hit for the young Cal Poly crowd.  San Luis Obispo, often known for its laid-back vibes and sunny streets, is home to a music scene far from conventional. In the heart of downtown SLO, tucked away by the shadows, is a venue that has become a target for the local metal scene: The Aviary.  For years, this intimate venue has hosted local bands dueled by passion and love for heavy music.  Breeding Ground for Local Talent The Aviary has found its niche by embracing the raw energy of up-and-coming metal bands, providing them a platfo...
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San Luis Obispo Embraces Rock and Metal: A Cultural Shift in Music and Fashion

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Krooks performing at The Aviary on December 3rd, 2024   Picture taken by Christina Ysabel: Sophomore at Cal Poly (Photo/Christina Ysabel)  San Luis Obispo, known for its laid-back atmosphere, scenic views, and environment for wine enthusiasts, is experiencing an unexpected culture shift: metal and rock music is making a major comeback.  In a town primarily dominated by folk and pop music, metal/rock is making itself known, with local bands, venues, and fans giving the genre interest and energy.  The Role of Local Bands: Cultivating a New Sound Historically, San Luis Obispo’s music scene has been quite sparse. In the early 2000s, the genre was mostly downgraded to underground venues or open mic concepts. However, over the past two years, that has started to change. With spacious, exciting, and energized venues like The Fremont Theater, The Siren, and The Aviary, they have recently booked punk and rock acts. Channel Frequencies, a hiring and booking company for...
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