Venus Vibes Radio

08/11/2024

Tonight's show on KBOO Community Radio features rock goddesses like La Luz, Hagar the Womb, and Meanstreak! The show airs tonight at midnight, or this episode (and all the shows) are available for streaming on-line anytime.

This week's Featured Goddesses: Hour 1: LA LUZ - Surf-psychedelic band from Seattle, 2012-Present Hour 2: HAGAR THE WOMB - Early 80s English punk band, 1980-1986 Hour 3: MEANSTREAK - All-woman thrash metal band from Rockland, New York, active 1985-1994, 2023

08/09/2024

Happy International Cat Day from my production assistants Zoe and Herbie!

07/07/2024

Sunday night at Midnight on KBOO Community Radio 90.7FM in Portland, join Venus Vibes for tunes from this week's Featured Goddesses: Indie-pop artist Peggy (Peggy Owens), goth garage rock band The Black Belles, and early 90s pop-rock band The Rebel Pebbles. Catch the show live at Midnight PT, or anytime on the website at:

Listen here!: https://tinyurl.com/56b3zcrs FEATURED GODDESSES this week: HOUR 1: PEGGY - Indie pop artist Peggy Owens and tunes from her latest EP "Dear Reader". HOUR 2: THE BLACK BELLES - Garage Goth-rock band from Nashville, active from 2009-2012 HOUR 3: THE REBEL PEBBLES - Late 80's/Early 90s Pop...

06/10/2024

Tonite's show on KBOO Community Radio features goddesses like Sophie Hunter (check out her latest single 'Mic Check'!), Olivia Nied (debut album 'Just Enough' out now!) and PRECIOUS METAL (80s all-female metal band). Venus Vibes can be heard Sunday night at midnight on KBOO 90.7 in Portland, at kboo.fm, or stream online anytime here: https://kboo.fm/media/121804-venus-vibes-061024

05/27/2024

Tonight at Midnight on KBOO Community Radio (or on-line anytime), join Venus Vibes for three hours of solid rock-goddess energy. Featured Goddesses this week include NOVA TWINS, Death Valley Girls, and Bratmobile! Plus tunes from Berries, The Coathangers, Babes In Toyland, Bikini Kill, and lots more.

This week's Featured Goddesses include: Hour 1: NOVA TWINS - UK Rock duo featuring vocalist/guitarist Amy Love and bassist Georgia South Hour 2: DEATH VALLEY GIRLS - Los Angeles garage rock/punk band led by the incredible vocals of Bonnie Bloomgarden Hour 3: BRATMOBILE - Olympia, WA first generation...

04/22/2024

Tonite's show is up on the web and ready to stream! Or you can catch it at midnight on KBOO Community Radio 90.7 FM Portland. This week's Featured Goddesses include: Kristen Ford (Nashville-based Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist), Reneé Phoenix (Singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist, lead singer/songwriter of Fit For Rivals), and SN**CH (London, UK punk band). Venus Vibes celebrates the goddesses of rock, punk, metal and more! And Please support KBOO Community Radio in our annual Spring membership Drive! https://kboo.fm/media/121099-venus-vibes-042224

03/11/2024

Tonight's Featured Goddesses on Goddess Obscura include BERRIES, T**s Up, and Shonen Knife. The show airs Sunday night on KBOO Community Radio 90.7FM at midnight, or anytime on line. And don't forget to show support for community radio during KBOO's All Thrills, No Frills Fund Drive!

This week, Featured Goddesses include the incredible UK rock trio BERRIES, the in-your-face sounds of Liverpool's T**S UP, and some flashback tracks from Osaka, Japan's SHONEN KNIFE. Goddess Obscura is a 3-hour long show that airs on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month (late Sunday night) at midni...

03/08/2024

As part of KBOO's International Women's Day Marathon, Goddess Obscura brings you a two-hour special, The Global Goddesses of Rock. Friday night 10pm - Mid PT on KBOO Community Radio 90.7FM Portland, or online at kboo.fm. The show will feature Portland's Cadallaca, Ashleigh Flynn & the Riveters, Tamar Berk, and LIDA HUSIK just to name a few. Plus, global goddesses like Japan's THE 5.6.7.8.'s, Canada's The Pack AD, Indonesia's FLEUR!, Republic of Cyprus' BELUA, France's TOXIC FROGS, Switzerland's LiLiPut (a.k.a. Kleenex), Croatia's CACADOU LOOK, and more! You can hear the recording of the show the next morning right here: https://kboo.fm/media/120446-global-goddesses-rock-ii

The show will feature Portland's CADALLACA, ASHLEIGH FLYNN & THE RIVETERS, TAMAR BURK, just to name a few. Plus, global goddesses like Japan's THE 5.6.7.8.'s, Canada's THE PACK A.D., Indonesia's FLEUR!, Republic of Cyprus' BELUA, France's TOXIC FROGS, Switzerland's LiLiPut (a.k.a. Kleenex), Croatia'...

02/26/2024

Tonight's show on KBOO Community Radio 90.7 Portland features goddesses like Dream Wife, Betty Blowtorch, The Regrettes, Guitar Gabby & The TxLips Band, Ashleigh Flynn & the Riveters, and bunches more! The show airs Sunday night at Midnight, or listen anytime to the recorded program on the website. And please show your support to KBOO during our All Thrills, No Frills Fund Drive!

This week's Featured Goddesses: DREAM WIFE - London-based punk/pop combo. Featuring Rakel Mjöll (lead vocals)(born in Iceland), Alice Go (guitar, vocals), and Bella Podpadec (bass, vocals). BETTY BLOW TORCH - Southern California hard rock/punk goddesses. Original line-up: Bianca Bu****le (Halstead)...

02/12/2024

Tonight's show on KBOO Community Radio is fire! I've got the brand new single by The Warning, "S!CK". Plus, this week's Featured Goddesses include pop-soul-disco trio SAY SHE SHE, post-punk powerhouse The Vinyl Records, and the early 70s girl-group that was immortalized as 7" fashion dolls by Mattel, The Rock Flowers ! You can hear the show on 90.7 in Portland Sunday night at midnight, or available anytime on line at the link below. And Tuesday we begin the All Thrills, No Frills Membership Drive. What a great time to become a member and show your support to KBOO Community Radio

This week's Featured Goddesses include: Hour # 1: SAY SHE SHE - Amazing soul-pop-disco trio from Brooklyn & London. Piya Malik, Sabrina Mileo Cunningham and Nya Gazelle Brown. Hour # 2: The Vinyl Records - Post-punk combo based out of New Delhi and Arunachal Pradesh with a sound that draws inspirati...

12/22/2023

This Christmas Eve at midnight, join me on KBOO Community Radio for some fun, feisty, festive, inclusive holiday tunes from Goddesses like S. J. Tucker's "Feast Of Krampus", I, Doris' "Merry Menopause", "A Kwanza Song" from Lovely Hoffman, and the The Regrettes cover of "Marshmallow World". Plus holiday cheer from Pomplamoose, So Good, HYRRS, TOXIC FROGS, Celtic Woman, and more. I'll also be playing a block of tracks from Featured Goddess Karen & The Sorrows. The show airs Sunday night, or catch it streaming on line anytime!

It's Christmas Day, and no matter what holiday you celebrate (or don't celebrate), we've got some fun, feisty, and festive music coming your way. The first hour of the show is all holiday tunes, then we get back to the "regular stuff" in Hours 2 and 3. Featured Goddesses This Week:

12/08/2023

Featured Goddesses on this weekend's show include VOIID, Secondhand Underpants, and WILD FLAG. Listen on air Sunday at midnight or online now !Plus it's KBOO Community Radio's end of year drive! Support community radio and become KBOO member today!

11/27/2023

Tune into KBOO Community Radio 90.7 in Portland tonight (Sunday) at Midnight for Goddess Obscura, or hear the show on line ANYTIME! This week's show is hot! Featured Goddesses include: The Darts - US, The Anarchicks, and 60s Canadian/UK band THE SHE TRINITY. Plus, Kelley will play ya tons of music from rock goddesses from all over the world. See ya then!

This week's Featured Goddesses: THE DARTS (US): Garage-punk-rock riot grrrl band with a groovy psychedelic sound. Formed in 2016 by Phoenix, AZ musician Nicole Laurenne (vocals, keyboard), and Christina Nunez (bass), with Meliza (guitar), and Velvet (drums).

11/11/2023

I'm super excited for Sunday night's show on KBOO! Brand new singles from rock Goddesses Go Betty Go and I, Doris! And tracks from this week's Featured Goddesses DOWNGIRL, Venus Grrrls, and 60's girl group THE CAKE. The show airs Sunday night Midnight PT, or listen on-line any time! Link to the show is in the comments.

10/22/2023

Tonite's show on KBOO Community Radio is lit! Featured Goddesses this week include The Regrettes, Horsegirl, and 60's garage rock girl-group The What Four. It's on Sunday night at midnight or listen to the recorded show on line anytime! Link to the show page in the comments.

10/19/2023

Tamar Berk performing live at Music Millennium. Her new album "tiny injuries" Is on sale now!

10/06/2023

This Sunday night at midnight on KBOO Community Radio we'll feature some amazing rock goddesses like Girl Ray, Married Man, and Mandy & the Girlfriends. Plus music from Tamar Berk, Sassyhiya, DOWNGIRL, and bunches more. Link to my show in the comments. Also here's a cute picture of my cat Zoe 🥰

09/24/2023

Tonite on KBOO 90.7FM (or online anytime), I'm beyond excited to bring you the latest single from the amazing Go Betty Go, "Keep Up"! Also, featured goddesses this week include MelZebra And The Buffalos, Warpaint, and Ipso Facto. Catch the show live Sunday night at midnight, or on the web anytime! Oh... and it's also KBOO's Fresh Off The Vine Fall Membership Drive! Show your support for community radio and become a member today! (just hit the DONATE button at the top of the page.)

09/10/2023

Sunday night's show on KBOO Community Radio is gonna be on fire! Featured Goddesses include Pearl Earl, Junodef, and Goldie and the Gingerbreads/ISIS. Plus tunes from DOWNGIRL, Mirrorcandy, The Franklys, The Pack AD and more! This Sunday Night at midnight, or online at

Our Featured Goddesses this week: Pearl Earl - Psychedelic rock band from Denton, Texas. Founded by Ariel Hartley in the summer of 2014 and self-released the EP "Karaoke Superstar". We'll play some tracks from their latest album, "It's Dread." Members: Ariel Hartley, Bailey K Chapman, Stefanie Lazca...

08/28/2023

Ethyl here is smashing the patriarchy with her infamous 8-fingered power chord.

08/27/2023

Join me on KBOO Community Radio Sunday night at midnight (or streaming online anytime) for this week's Goddess Obscura! We'll be spinning the latest single from DOWNGIRL ("Boys"), plus blocks of selected tracks from this week's Featured Goddesses HotWax and Sassyhiya. Hear the show on-air Sunday night, or right now at the website.

Our Featured Goddesses this week: HOTWAX - A Killer rock band from East Sussex serving up a healthy dose of post-punk, grunge, and alternative rock, with a sound that's a wild ride between fresh and familiar. Sharing stages with legends like The Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Queens Of The Stone Age, these cat...

08/15/2023

The Linda Lindas are set to play in Portland this fall

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08/14/2023

Tonite's show is online now, and on the air at Sunday at midnight on KBOO Community Radio 90.7 Portland. Featured Goddess this week include Glitoris, RAT BATH, and Sanjalice. The show airs tonight, but you can catch it anytime right here !

This week's Featured Goddesses: Glitoris - Four women from Canberra, Australia (Keven 007, Malcolm, Mickey, and Andrew). Glitoris is a sonic force that challenges the status quo with raw punk power, a danceable beat, and a knack for infusing humor and politics into their lyrics

07/24/2023

Join me on KBOO Community Radio 90.7FM this weekend (or online anytime) for Goddess Obscura. It airs live Sunday Night at Midnight, or all episodes on-demand anytime. Goddess Obscura is your destination for the coolest tunes by women from around the world. Our playlist spans the globe and the decades, from the groovy sixties to today.

Our Featured Goddesses this week:

Lida Husik - multi-instrumentalist born in Washington, D.C., now resides in Portland. Lida has released 11 brilliant albums since 1991, and is working on a new record with her band "The Incarnations". We'll play a few selected tracks from her albums Green Blue Fire (as 'Husikesque') and Fly Stereophonic.

BRATS - JPop rock band from Tokyo, formed in August 2011 by sisters Rei Kuromiya and Aya Kuromiya, who were just 10 and 12 years old at the time. Despite undergoing several lineup changes, these fierce siblings have remained the driving force behind the band, now rocking as a dynamic duo.

ROX - American all-female metal powerhouse, emerged as a 5-piece force in 1979, leaving an indelible mark in Japan. Members include: Toni Falconio (guitar/voice), Nina Markert (keyboard),Gere Fennelly (bass), and Christie Nehlick (drums) — each a virtuoso in their own right.

Goddess Obscura is a 3-hour long show that airs on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month (late Sunday night) at midnight. Tune in to KBOO 90.7FM in Portland to catch the show live, or listen to our recorded broadcasts online anytime. https://kboo.fm/media/117148-goddess-obscura-7242023

07/10/2023

Goddess Obscura on KBOO Community Radio proudly amplifies the voices of women, non-binary, trans, and gender non-conforming musicians from all over the globe. We shine a spotlight on the most underrepresented voices in the music industry and uplift the voices that deserve to be heard.

Our Featured Goddesses this week:

CHERYM - From Derry, Ireland, Cherym's tunes are a blend of pop and punk, with strong melodies, contagious hooks, and mind-blowing harmonies. Members: Hannah Richardson on guitar and vocals (She/Her), Nyree Porter on bass and vocals(They/Them), and drummer and singer Alannagh Doherty (She/They).

Rumkicks 럼킥스 - South Korean punk sensation that defies gravity and demands attention. With their gravity-defying liberty spikes and rebellious spirit, Rumkicks brings the raw energy of punk to new heights. Originally a trio, they've now evolved into a dynamic duo, consisting of the captivating voice and electrifying guitar skills of Yeawon, alongside the thunderous bass mastery of Seeun.

Rolling Quartz 롤링쿼츠 - Originally known as "Rolling Girlz" and "Rose Quartz," these five rock goddesses decided to merge their talents and names into the South Korean indie rock force known as Rolling Quartz. Rolling Quartz is a 5 piece South Korean indy rock band. Members: Iree (Guitar), Arem (bass), Jayoung (Lead singer), Yeongeun (Drums), Hyunjung (Guitar)

Goddess Obscura is a 3-hour long show that airs on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month (late Sunday night) at midnight. Tune in to KBOO 90.7FM in Portland to catch the show live, or listen to our recorded broadcasts online anytime.
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06/25/2023

Join me tonight at midnight on KBOO Community Radio 90.7, or on-line anytime, for Goddess Obscura. We bring you the best tunes from women-only bands, groups, and musicians. Our bi-weekly show transcends genres and borders, taking you on a journey from the groovy sixties to the sounds of today.

This week's Featured Goddesses:

Bugeye - An electrifying all-female 4-piece band from London with a vibrant fusion of indie rock, disco, punk, and new wave. Led by Angela Martin's powerhouse vocals and accompanied by catchy melodies and driving rhythms, their music channels the influences of legends like Blondie, Garbage, and The Pixies. Members are Angela Martin (vocals/guitar), Paula Snow (bass/backing vocals), Grace Healey (synth/backing vocals), and Kerrie Smith (drums).

Death Pill- Ukrainian hardcore riot grrrl punk band from Ukraine. Fusing the raw power of metalcore, punk rock, and a distinctive Riot Grrrl vibe, Death Pill delivers an explosive musical experience. Their music is a cathartic expression of anger and defiance aimed at Vladimir Putin and the Russian invaders in their beloved Ukraine. With a relentless spirit of resistance against imperialism, Death Pill's sound can be best described as a high-octane collision of thrash metal and punk. The fierce trio comprises Mariana Navrotskaya on guitar and vocals, Anastasiya Khomenko on drums and vocals, and Natalya Seryakova on bass.

GASZ the band - Warsaw, Poland-based hard rock band with Nicola Felecka on vocals, Kasia Makowska on guitar, Mariliss Ritta Lin on guitar, Dorota Szuniewicz on drums, and Aga Bot on bass.

Goddess Obscura is a 3-hour show that airs on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month (late Sunday night) at midnight. Tune in to KBOO 90.7FM in Portland to catch the show live, or listen to our recorded broadcasts online anytime. https://kboo.fm/program/goddess-obscura

06/11/2023

Join me on KBOO Community Radio this weekend (or online anytime) for Goddess Obscura. It airs live Sunday Night at Midnight, or all episodes on-demand anytime. Goddess Obscura is your destination for the coolest tunes by women-only bands, groups, and musicians from around the world, across all genres. Our playlist spans the globe and the decades, from the groovy sixties to today.

Our Featured Goddesses this week:

THICK - An explosive New York band that's been tearing up the NY music scene since 2014. Featuring the powerhouse trio of vocalist/guitarist Nikki Sisti, vocalist/bassist Kate Black, and vocalist/drummer Shari Page. Their latest album "Happy Now" fearlessly transforms brutal realities into an electrifying punk symphony. Brace yourself for a wild ride of raw emotion and unapologetic energy. THICK is currently touring across North America, with stops in Portland, Seattle, and Vancouver at the end of June.

Desert Sharks - This amazing rock quartet, led by guitarists Stefania Rovera and Sunny Veniero, unleashes a sonic tsunami with their raw power and incredible lyrics that dive into politics, toxic relationships, and pay homage to the spirit of their hometown of Brooklyn. Born from a chance encounter on Craigslist, DESERT SHARKS combine grunge, garage punk, and an unapologetic attitude.

つしまみれ　tsushimamire - Since their formation in 1999, this power trio from Japan is the epitome of eclectic punk rock. This powerhouse band has risen to fame in the US through electrifying performances at the renowned SXSW music festival and rocking out at anime conventions across the nation. With Mari Kono leading the charge on guitar and vocals, the rhythmic brilliance of Yayoi Tsushima on bass, and the dynamic beats of Maiko Takagi on drums, TsuShiMaMiRe's edgy sound and quirky lyrics will have you begging for more.

Goddess Obscura is a 3-hour long show that airs on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month (late Sunday night) at midnight. Tune in to KBOO 90.7FM in Portland to catch the show live, or listen to our recorded broadcasts online anytime. https://kboo.fm/program/goddess-obscura

05/03/2023

They're not just a band, they're a revolution! Menopause Army is one of our Featured Goddesses this week on Goddess Obscura. Sunday night at midnight or at kboo.fm starting Monday morning

04/21/2023

Join me on KBOO Community Radio this weekend (or online anytime) for Goddess Obscura. Goddess Obscura is your destination for the coolest tunes by women-only bands, groups, and musicians. You'll hear tunes from around the world, across all genres, from the groovy sixties to today.

This weekend, we're excited to bring you the brand new single from Safari Inn! PLUS every hour, we play a block of tunes from our Featured Goddesses:

ARXX - A dynamic gal-pal duo hailing from Brighton, East Sussex. Made up of women Hanni Pidduck on lead vocals and Clara Townsend on drums, ARXX delivers an infectious blend of alt-rock. Their debut album "Ride or Die" boasts sparkling synths, powerful bass licks, and incredible vocals.

Atrocity Girl These Seattle rock-goddesses are currently on tour in the UK and known for their explosive performances across the Pacific Northwest. As a band that values diversity, Atrocity Girl is inclusive of the LGBTQ and POC communities. With Johnny-Angel leading on vocals and guitar, Angie Dane crushing on drums, Nicole Valles delivering powerful basslines, and Ryan Lee shredding on guitar, Atrocity Girl is a force to be reckoned with.

The Pleasure Seekers - The legendary 60s Garage Rock band hailing from Detroit. Led by the powerhouse Patti Quatro, this band's tunes pack a punch with powerful hooks and expertly crafted structure. Formed in 1964, the original lineup featured sisters Suzi Quatro and Patti Quatro, with Nancy Ball on drums, Mary Lou Ball on guitar, and Diane Baker on keyboards. While the band eventually morphed into "Cradle", Suzi Quatro went on to record several solo albums, score radio hits, and even played "Leather Tuscadero" on the 70s TV show "Happy Days".

Goddess Obscura is a three-hour radio show that delivers the best music that the male-dominated mainstream has been overlooking. Catch the show live on KBOO 90.7FM in Portland every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month at midnight (late Sunday night), or stream the recorded broadcasts online anytime. https://kboo.fm/program/goddess-obscura

04/09/2023

Join me on KBOO Community Radio this weekend (or online anytime) for Goddess Obscura. It airs live Sunday Night at Midnight, or all episodes on-demand anytime.

Goddess Obscura brings you the most amazing music created by female musicians, bands, and groups. Our tunes come from all over the globe from the 1960s to today.

Our Featured Goddesses this week:

The Surfrajettes - Hailing from Toronto, ON, Canada, The Surfrajettes are a four-piece instrumental combo that came together in 2015. Their unique sound blends elements of psychedelic rock and surf music. These retro-chic ladies rock bee-hive hairdos and groovy go-go boots. Members include guitarists Shermy Freeman and Nicole Damoff, bassist Sarah Butler, and drummer Annie Lillis.

boygenius - What started as mutual admiration between the individual members blossomed into a genuine friendship, and ultimately, the formation of the band in 2018. Their latest release, "The Record," is a full studio album that just hit the shelves on March 31, 2023. Members: Julien Baker, Phoebe Bridgers, and Lucy Dacus.

Birtha - American rock band from Los Angeles, active from 1967 to 1975. Following their stint with The Ladybirds, Chele and Rosemary came together to form Birtha. All members of the band were accomplished musicians and vocalists and each contributed lead vocals and harmonies. The band made a name for themselves playing in clubs up and down the West Coast, from California to Alaska. They even had the opportunity to tour with legendary bands like The Kinks, Fleetwood Mac, and Three Dog Night, among many others. Members include Shele Pinizzotto on guitar, Rosemary Butler on bass, Sherry Hagler on keyboards, and Olivia "Liver" Favela on drums.

Tune in to Goddess Obscura, a three-hour show that airs every second and fourth Monday of the month, starting late Sunday night at midnight. Get ready to enjoy an incredible selection of music created by women from all over the world, spanning various genres and eras. You can catch the show live on KBOO 90.7FM in Portland, or listen to our recorded broadcasts online anytime. https://kboo.fm/program/goddess-obscura