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The Whip Radio Somewhere between Memphis and Chicago is The Whip ... American Roots Music The station is now owned by Auntie Industries. DO NOT email audio attachments!

The famous Whip radio station, formerly a terrestrial station at 98.3 FM in Central Illinois, broadcasts its American Roots Music format online at backlandradio.com. The Whip was conceived and created by Lonesome Larry Williams in 1996, and plays the best in Blues, Rock, Alt & Traditional Country, Bluegrass, Comedy and Gospel music. Somewhere between Memphis and Chicago is The Whip ...

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General information, comments or questions, email us at [email protected]. Information or questions about being a Backland Radio Backer, email us at [email protected]
Radio/audio/web advertising and banner ads, email us at [email protected]. Questions, comments, kudos or concerns about The Whip Radio music format, songs and artists, email us at [email protected]. Donations to our Small Business Relief Go Fund Me campaign: https://gofund.me/ecde9c51
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Donations via check or money order - Pay to The Whip at BacklandRadio.com and mail to: The Whip at BacklandRadio.com, P.O. Box 736, Charleston, IL 61920-0736

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The Whip plays American Roots Music - Blues, Rock, Country (not Top 40), Bluegrass, Folk, Gospel and Comedy. We generally don't play anything considered Top 40 by today's standards (no offense to any of those artists) but occasionally there are outstanding crossover performers. Not really interested in computer-generated music either. We prefer real people playing real instruments singing with their real voices. If you feel you fall within those few guidelines, submit away! DO NOT use Facebook, Messenger, Twitter or social media to reach out to us about your music. These contact methods will not be reviewed. DO email us a download link, media kit link or dropbox link with artist information and/or bio within the email text to [email protected]. DO mail us your CD with bio or background information to The Whip at Backland Radio dot com, P.O. Box 736, Charleston, IL 61920-0736. Via USPS: The Whip / Backland Radio, P.O. Box 736, Charleston, IL 61920-0736

We will be doing maintenance Sunday, Nov. 24 between 8:30 pm and 9:30 pm CST and will be off the air for a brief time. S...
23/11/2024

We will be doing maintenance Sunday, Nov. 24 between 8:30 pm and 9:30 pm CST and will be off the air for a brief time. Sorry for the inconvenience!

Man, this year is relentless. Our hearts are breaking. Also from toniprice.me: Toni is survived by her two daughters, ...
23/11/2024

Man, this year is relentless. Our hearts are breaking.
Also from toniprice.me: Toni is survived by her two daughters, Amber and Della Price, two grandchildren, Conway and WillieMae, and dear friends Lisa Carson and Lisa Love. Her family wishes to acknowledge and thank everyone who loved Toni and supported her over the years including the late Teddy Wilburn, the late Clifford Antone, the late Renee Grant Williams, Steve Wertheimer, Derek O'Brien, Cindy Wyatt, Robyn and John Ludwick, and all of the caring staff at Christopher House.

Austin Music Hall of Famer passes away following a brain aneurysm

Very sad news - Alice of Alice's Restaurant has passed away.
22/11/2024

Very sad news - Alice of Alice's Restaurant has passed away.

Alice May Brock ...1941-2024

Alice passed away a week before Thanksgiving. She was living in one of her favorite places - Provincetown, Massachusetts where she'd been for over four decades.

I first met Alice in 1962 when she was the school librarian at The Stockbridge School, in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. I was there beginning my second of four years. I also met, Rick Robbins, another student, and we've been friends ever since.

Alice's mother, Mary Pelky, bought the church in June of 1963 and gave it to Ray & Alice who began transforming it into a home. After the school year, my brother and I, along with Rick and a few others spent the summer with Alice and her husband, Ray on Martha's Vineyard where they ran the Youth Hostel in West Tisbury. Alice always loved being on the Cape. It was home.

I returned to The Stockbridge School after a most wonderful summer, playing music every night, and generally goofing off. Ray & Alice got busy at the church, making it into a home.

For the next couple of years, friends would gather at the church from time to time, play some music, and generally enjoy a loose network of like minded people. Then it all changed.

Rick & I went to visit Ray & Alice for Thanksgiving in 1965. The rest is history. Alice went into the restaurant business and I began my years as an entertainer. We were, both in our own ways, successful. As well as being a restauranteur, Alice also became an author, and an artist. We worked together on various projects. During the next few decades we remained friends while our lives kept us busy. She was a no-nonsense gal, with a great sense of humor.

This coming Thanksgiving will be the first without her. Alice and my daughter, Annie had spoken together recently and Alice, knowing her circumstances, approved an exhibit at the church to tell her own story. Alice and I spoke by phone a couple of weeks ago, and she sounded like her old self. we joked around and had a couple of good laughs even though we knew we'd never have another chance to talk together.

A couple of years ago, Alice, Rick and I met up at the church, and from there went to Rick's home for a Thanksgiving Dinner. Marti & I, along with a lot of old friends celebrated 60 years of friendship. Some couldn't be there, as time has taken its toll. But, the spirit was all that mattered, and we got to celebrate it.

This year we get to add one more to those whose life we celebrate - An important one. Alice was a lifelong friend.

Thanksgiving 2022 Photo by Marti Guthrie. Alice, Rick and I at the church.

This is a big deal - Go see Wild Earp & the OK Chorale Sunday evening at the Rose Bowl!
21/11/2024

This is a big deal - Go see Wild Earp & the OK Chorale Sunday evening at the Rose Bowl!

21/11/2024

Heads up, travelers! The snow has picked up across the northern part of the state, causing slick conditions and low visibility. Continue to drive cautiously, slow down, and expect a longer commute on the roads this afternoon.

❄️ As always, visit gettingaroundillinois.com to view traffic and road conditions in your area.

21/11/2024

🎄✨ A First for Mattoon: Christmas Drone Show! ✨🎄

This year, Celebrate Downtown Mattoon's Celebrate Christmas Parade is bringing something truly magical to our holiday tradition! For the first time ever, we're hosting a Christmas Drone Show – and it's happening right here in Mattoon!

We’re thrilled to bring a special performance at the very end of the Christmas Parade from Sky Elements, a Guinness world record holder and finalist in America's Got Talent, tailored for our community, featuring 100 synchronized drones lighting up the night sky. These dazzling displays will create festive shapes, twinkling lights, and unforgettable Christmas scenes above downtown Mattoon.

This is more than just a show – it’s a celebration of innovation, holiday cheer, and our amazing community. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event that promises to make this year’s Celebrate Christmas Parade the most memorable yet!

Event Details:
📅 Date: December 6th, 2024
🕒 Time: 5pm to 8pm
📍 Location: Downtown Mattoon

Come for the parade, stay for the drone show at the very end, and let’s make this a new holiday tradition for Mattoon! Bring your family and friends to witness this historic and dazzling moment for our city. 🎅🤶

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! ✨

21/11/2024

ACDC outside the Bel-Air Motel in Springfield, Illinois in 1979.

The Whip and Backland Radio would like to thank all our friends, family and listeners who attended, viewed or donated to...
20/11/2024

The Whip and Backland Radio would like to thank all our friends, family and listeners who attended, viewed or donated to Lonesome Larry's Celebration of Life. It truly was an amazing afternoon filled with world class music and musicians, love, laughs and tears.

We’d like to give huge thanks to our friends Chicago Farmer and Blaggards for raising the rafters with their outstanding performances honoring Larry in so many ways. Our friends and partners at the historic Rose Bowl Tavern provided the perfect venue for saying goodbye to our founder and guru. Many thanks and much love to Carrie, Charlie, Kenna, all the bartenders and Marten with RBTV Media for the awesome stream and sound. Sending love, friendship and gratitude to all the people who shared their stories of Larry. You brought us much joy hearing about the good old days again.

If you missed Larry’s Celebration of Life in person or the live stream you can still watch Chicago Farmer and Blaggards here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CotP30tYn64

Thank you and bless you all. ❤

20/11/2024
16/11/2024

Tommy Alverson's songs were of Texas, from Texas, and for Texas. Well before it became cliché for Texas artists to sing about Texas, Tommy Alverson was doing it. Down in Texas, he might as well be a patron saint.

14/11/2024

Our friends at Stand Up! Records have released this fantastic Tom Lehrer holiday bundle!

13/11/2024

Join us in IRELAND next Fall Oct 27–Nov 4, 2025! Dalkey (Co. Dubliin), Kilkenny, Cork, Killarney, Galway, Westport, and more.

Sign up before Thanksgiving (Nov 28) and get $100 OFF

Full itinerary and pricing at
blaggards.com/ireland

12/11/2024

Guitars, Fiddles, & Rainbow Laser Beams!

Fri - Forest Park, IL (Band)
Robert's Westside With Uncle Lucius

Sat - Benton Harbor, MI (Band)
The Livery With Buffalo Galaxy

Sun - Urbana, IL (Solo)
Lonesome Larry's Celebration of Life

Photo - Plan B images

Playing the best of 100 years of blues, rock, country, bluegrass, gospel and comedy at backlandradio.com – Somewhere bet...
12/11/2024

Playing the best of 100 years of blues, rock, country, bluegrass, gospel and comedy at backlandradio.com – Somewhere between Memphis and Chicago is The Whip!

Somewhere between Memphis & Chicago is The Whip, American Roots Music, Blues, Rock, Country, Bluegrass, Comedy and Gospel

It's all Country all day on Tuesdays on The Whip at backlandradio.com!
12/11/2024

It's all Country all day on Tuesdays on The Whip at backlandradio.com!

Online classes for Central IL & Chicago folks Thursday Nov 14.
12/11/2024

Online classes for Central IL & Chicago folks Thursday Nov 14.

We are hosting two free virtual webinars on winter weather safety and spotting tips! You need not live in the local area to attend (information will be generalized for the Midwest). In addition, content will be appropriate for kids to adults, alike. This will be a great way to get ready for winter!

For more information, check out weather.gov/lot/winterspotter

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It's all Halloween music 6am to midnight on Halloween on The Whip at backlandradio.com. Spooky American Roots music! Special Guests! That Family’s Family Halloween and Eddie Angel's 5th Annual Halloween Special!

ALBUMS Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway – Into the Wild EP Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit – Live from the Ryman Vol. 2 JD McPherson – Nite Owls Hayes & The Heathens – Any Other Way Jerrin Paxton – Things Done Changed Fleetwood Mac – Mirage Tour ‘82 Kevin Gordon – The In Between Billy Strings – Highway Prayers Canned Heat – Final Vinyl Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown – Live from Austin, TX Kenny Wayne Shepherd – Dirt on My Diamonds, Vol. 2 JD Simo & Luther Dickinson – Do The Rump! John Ellison – Some Kind of Wonderful Eric Bibb – In The Real World Kasey Chambers – Backbone SINGLES Brenda Lee – Rock the Bop (1957) Paul Kelly – All Those Smiling Faces Dolly Parton – When Possession Gets Too Strong Trampled by Turtles feat. Leann Rymes – Out of Time Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore – Why I’m Walking Ghost Hounds feat. Patty Griffin – Long Ride Home

New albums and singles on The Whip at backlandradio.com: ALBUMS Ronnie Baker Brooks – Blues in my DNA Jerron Paxton & Dennis Lichtman – Paxton & Lichtman (see Jerron at CU Folk & Roots Festival!) Michael Cleveland – Lovin’ of the Game (See Michael Cleveland Nov 16 at KCPA!) Faces - Faces at the BBC: Complete BBC Concert & Session Recordings 1970-1973 Reckless Kelly – The Last Frontier Duke Robillard – Roll with Me Jovin Webb – Drifter Kaitlin Butts – Roadrunner! Ruthie Foster – Mileage Big Head Todd & The Monsters – Her Way Out Leadbelly – Leadbelly’s Last Sessions SINGLES Tornado Sky – Drown in Your Love Yonder Mountain String Band – Here I Go Hannah Juanita – Honky Tonkin’ for Life (See Hannah Juanita at CU Folk & Roots Festival!) Mac Leaphart – Rosey Hayes & The Heathens – Any Other Way JP Harris – Dark Thoughts Kelley Mickwee – Verge of Tears Warren Haynes – This Life As We Know It

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Somewhere between Memphis and Chicago is The Whip ...

The Whip’s American Roots Music format is programmed by Lonesome Larry Williams. He plays the best in Blues, Rock, Alt & Traditional Country, Bluegrass, Comedy and Gospel music.

The famous Whip radio station was a terrestrial station on the dial at 98.3 FM in Farmer City, Illinois September, 1996 through August 10, 2014. The Whip became anti-terrestrial October 1, 2014 and went online at http://backlandradio.com. CONTACT US

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