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Off the Record features interviews with local and national musicians as aired on WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1/HD-2.

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WKNC's slacker interviews Dr. Diamond Forde, poet and professor of Creative Writing at NC State University, about performance, her creative process and the inspiration behind her newest collection, "The Book of Alice."

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In this episode of Off The Record, Lachlan Vester interviews Ajena, a Raleigh-based band.

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Constance Old is an Eco-Artist based in Connecticut spanning 2D graphic practices to 3D weaving and fiber based work utilizing 'consumer detritus', so mostly plastic. Her work calls attention to the vast surplus of packaging materials excreted by our... more

NC band Lilly Flower talks their discography, evolution, collaboration and curated soundscape of inspirations. Blending punk, electronic, and ambient styles Lilly Flower is amping up the Raleigh scene after live shows at Chanel Beads and Hopscotch mu... more

Sophia Stel reflects on her discography, sonic worlds and creative process; commenting on the factors that led to the projects and their sounds. Her work in deeply intertwined with personal experience referencing and building worlds off of her own in... more

Pando met with Pamela Valfer of Kitty Craft to discuss her triumphant return to the Flower Patch, how she's been preparing for her East Coast tour, and what fans can expect for future Kitty Craft projects.

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Lachlan Vester presents an interview with Raleigh hardcore outfit BRICK following their show at the Merwin house and leading up to their performance at Locals only.

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An interview with Copenhagen's shinyhunt about their project and sound.

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Recent Guests

Diamond Forde
Poet and author
Author, The Book of Alice; Professor at NC State
Episode: Diamond Forde - WKNC Interviews
Constance Old
Artist with a graphic design background who works with upcycled paper and plastic
Artist
Episode: Constance Old - WKNC Interviews
Pamela Valfer
Musician and visual artist, Kitty Craft
Kitty Craft
Episode: Kitty Craft - WKNC Interviews
Saved by the 90s
Band focused on live performances of 1990s music
Saved by the 90s
Episode: Saved by the 90s - WKNC Interviews
Carter Hall
Sound designer for Opal99's Hell Squad 2: Fresh Meat
Opal99
Episode: Looking into the sound design behind Opal99's Hell Squad 2: Fresh Meat
Connor Smith
Composer/sound designer involved in Hell Squad 2
Opal99
Episode: Looking into the sound design behind Opal99's Hell Squad 2: Fresh Meat
Amelia Leonard
Musician providing indie folk/folk-influenced music
Self-released artist
Episode: Amelia Leonard - WKNC Interviews
Benton Hussey
Musician and composer transitioning from performer to scoring for film
Sono Music Group (signed to four songs)
Episode: Benton - WKNC Interviews

Hosts

Lachlan Vester
Host of Off the Record, WKNC liaison for embedded music interviews and local scene coverage
Evie
Host of WKNC interview segment and Off the Record coverage

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Constance Old - WKNC Interviews
Q: What originally drew you to using consumer detritus in your art?
Constance explains that the material choice emerged from a curiosity about everyday waste and a desire to comment on current material culture, turning trash into tangible, aesthetically engaging objects that provoke conversation about sustainability.
BRICK - WKNC Interviews
Q: How collaborative is your writing process and who starts the songs?
Songs are a mix: sometimes one riff or a main idea starts a track, but the process is highly collaborative with everyone contributing riffs, lyrics, and arrangement as they jam and refine.
Saved by the 90s - WKNC Interviews
Q: Can you share a standout moment from your career with a famous 90s artist?
Performing with Dolores O'Riordan of the Cranberries was highlighted as a defining memory and a meaningful honor for the band.
Saved by the 90s - WKNC Interviews
Q: How do you manage multiple regional bands under the Saved by the 90s umbrella?
They described a collaborative setup with a central leadership group and independent show execution by regional bands, allowing nationwide tours that feel cohesive yet autonomous.
Saved by the 90s - WKNC Interviews
Q: What drew you to focus on 1990s music as the core of your act?
They explained a shared love for the era, the broad spectrum of styles within the 90s, and how nostalgia fuels their shows and connects with a diverse audience.

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Across recent episodes, the show spotlights a mix of local and national musicians, with deep-dive conversations that blend creative process, collaboration, and scene dynamics. Guests range from poets-turned-artists to indie bands and film-score collaborators, providing practical storytelling around writing, recording, touring, and performance. Notable throughlines include the DIY music culture of the Raleigh/NC scene, resilience and reinvention in artists' careers, and the way collaboration, live energy, and community engagement shape both studio work and live shows. A few episodes stand out for exploring sustainability in art, cross-disciplinary practices (music and visual art or film scoring), and nostalgia-driven projects that still push... more

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Recent guests on Off the Record include:

1. Diamond Forde
2. Constance Old
3. Pamela Valfer
4. Saved by the 90s
5. Carter Hall
6. Connor Smith
7. Amelia Leonard
8. Benton Hussey

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