WDCE Charts 1-21-26

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WDCE 90.1: UR Radio is the voice of independent radio in Richmond, VA and has been student-run and operated since 1960.
Students have used it as a launching pad for careers in radio or other mass communications, and also as an engaging extra-curricular activity. Community members and UR alumni also continue to play an important role in the station.

We’re sharing chart information from WDCE as reported to the North American College and Community (NACC) Radio Chart.

Here’s the WDCE Top 30 from 21 January 2026 (click the image to see a larger version):

WDCE chart 1-21-26

For comparison, here is this week’s national NACC chart (click the image to see a larger version):

NACC chart 1-21-26

You can stream WDCE live here: https://live365.com/station/WDCE-90-1-FM-a39711

WDCE Collage 1-21-26

The top four albums played on WDCE this week were:
* Melody’s Echo Chamber – Unclouded
* Oneotrix Point Never – Tranquilizer
* The Replacements – Let It Be (Deluxe Remastered and Expanded Edition)
* Dry Cleaning – Secret Love

Arachnophonia: Grover Washington Jr. “Winelight”

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Editor’s note: Arachnophonia (“Arachno” = spider / “-phonia” = sound) is a regular feature on our blog where members of the UR community can share their thoughts about resources from the Parsons Music Library‘s collection.

All links included in these posts will take you to either the library catalog record for the item in question or to additional relevant information from around the web.

Today’s installment of Arachnophonia is by student manager Rocio (class of 2027) and features a song from Grover Washington Jr.’s 1980 album Winelight. Thanks, Rocio!

Grover Washington Jr.
Winelight
“Just the Two of Us”

Grover Washington, Jr. - Winelight album cover

While I was walking through the vinyl section of the library, I ran into a major throwback: the record featuring “Just the Two of Us.” It’s one of those songs that can totally lock you in or give you just the right amount of motivation at the beginning of the semester. Just you, the music, and your assignment lining up perfectly and locking in. That said, it’s way too early in the semester to be stressing about procrastination and deadlines when it’s literally only week one.

I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but with 2026 feeling like the new 2016, nostalgia is definitely in the air. Naturally, I had to bring this jazzy vinyl back into rotation.

For a little background: “Just the Two of Us” was released (as a single) in 1981 by Grover Washington Jr., featuring Bill Withers, and it’s one of those rare songs that blends jazz, soul, and R&B so smoothly that it never really goes out of style. AND it won a Grammy Award! In addition, this record has been sampled and referenced countless times since, which probably explains why it still feels so familiar even decades later.

This vinyl is perfect whether you’re listening in a library study room, vibing with your AirPods on (yes, you can do that in this library, kind of iconic if you ask me), or checking it out to play in your dorm and fully romanticize your evening. It’s low-key, timeless, and the kind of sound that makes studying, just existing, or feeling a little cooler.

WDCE Charts 1-14-26

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WDCE 90.1: UR Radio is the voice of independent radio in Richmond, VA and has been student-run and operated since 1960.
Students have used it as a launching pad for careers in radio or other mass communications, and also as an engaging extra-curricular activity. Community members and UR alumni also continue to play an important role in the station.

We’re sharing chart information from WDCE as reported to the North American College and Community (NACC) Radio Chart.

Here’s the WDCE Top 30 from 14 January 2026 (click the image to see a larger version):

WDCE chart 1-14-26

For comparison, here is this week’s national NACC chart (click the image to see a larger version):

You can stream WDCE live here: https://live365.com/station/WDCE-90-1-FM-a39711

WDCE Collage 1-14-26

The top four albums played on WDCE this week were:
* Sharp Pins – Balloon Balloon Balloon
* Oneotrix Point Never – Tranquilizer
* Julia Julia – Sugaring A Strawberry
* Melody’s Echo Chamber – Unclouded

WDCE Charts 1-7-26

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WDCE 90.1 Logo

WDCE 90.1: UR Radio is the voice of independent radio in Richmond, VA and has been student-run and operated since 1960.
Students have used it as a launching pad for careers in radio or other mass communications, and also as an engaging extra-curricular activity. Community members and UR alumni also continue to play an important role in the station.

We’re sharing chart information from WDCE as reported to the North American College and Community (NACC) Radio Chart.

Here’s the WDCE Top 30 from 7 January 2026 (click the image to see a larger version):

WDCE chart 1-7-26

For comparison, here is this week’s national NACC chart (click the image to see a larger version):

NACC chart 1-7-26

You can stream WDCE live here: https://live365.com/station/WDCE-90-1-FM-a39711

WDCE Collage 1-7-26

The top four albums played on WDCE this week were:
* The Replacements – Let It Be (Deluxe Remastered and Expanded Edition)
* Oneohtrix Point Never – Tranqulizer
* Sharp Pins – Balloon Balloon Balloon
* The Cords – The Cords

WDCE Charts 12-10-25

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WDCE 90.1 Logo

WDCE 90.1: UR Radio is the voice of independent radio in Richmond, VA and has been student-run and operated since 1960.
Students have used it as a launching pad for careers in radio or other mass communications, and also as an engaging extra-curricular activity. Community members and UR alumni also continue to play an important role in the station.

We’re sharing chart information from WDCE as reported to the North American College and Community (NACC) Radio Chart.

Here’s the WDCE Top 30 from 10 December 2025 (click the image to see a larger version):

WDCE chart 12-10-25

For comparison, here is this week’s national NACC chart (click the image to see a larger version):

NACC chart 12-10-25

You can stream WDCE live here: https://live365.com/station/WDCE-90-1-FM-a39711

WDCE Collage 12-10-25

The top four albums played on WDCE this week were:
* Snocaps – Snocaps
* The Belair Lip Bombs – Again
* The Slackers – Money Is King (EP)
* Tiberius – Troubadour

Parsons Playlists: Fall 2025 Roundup

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As the fall semester draws to a close, and you are working on papers, exams, etc, it can be fun to look back on what one has accomplished.

Our student employees have worked hard curating Parsons Playlists all semester, so here’s a roundup of all their spring semester posts for your enjoyment.
Clicking on the links will take you to each playlist post.

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65° and Sunny (Mia – Class of 2026)

Fall Favorites (Giuliana – Class of 2028)

Spooky Season (Sophia – Class of 2028)

Hello Cold Weather (Alex – Class of 2026)

Sunny Day (Joyce – Class of 2027)

Cyberpunk/Synthwave (Nikoloz – Class of 2026)

Karaoke Songs (Griffin – Class of 2027)

The Perfect Fall (Gilmore Girls Vibe) Playlist (Rocio – Class of 2027)

Quiet Resonance (Madelyn – Class of 2028)

On Loop (Ibrahim – Class of 2028)

Chill R&B (Alex – Class of 2026)

Malcolm Todd (Eliana – Class of 2026)

Study Songs (Susanne – Class of 2026)

Parsons Playlists: Study Songs

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Welcome back to Parsons Playlists! Today’s playlist is curated by Music Library student manager Susanne (class of 2026) featuring some songs for studying.

Study Songs!

This playlist features some of my recent favorite songs for studying or doing homework. I find them super soothing so I hope you all find something you enjoy and want to add to your own playlists!

Fleetwood Mac – “Songbird”

Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners – “Lake Missoula”

Lord Huron – “La Belle Fleur Sauvage”

Omar Apollo – “Brakelights”

The Paper Kites – “Woodland”

Daniel Caesar – “Superpowers”

SZA – “Sweet November”

Mt. Joy – “Roly Poly”

The Marías – “No One Noticed”

Olivia Dean – “I’ve Seen It”

Here is a link to the whole playlist on YouTube:

Parsons Playlists: Malcolm Todd

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Welcome back to Parsons Playlists! Today’s playlist is curated by Music Library student assistant Eliana (class of 2026) and features songs by singer-songwriter Malcolm Todd.

Malcolm Todd

One of my favorite artists right now is Malcolm Todd, an up-and-coming American singer and songwriter whose music is a blend of alternative, pop, and R&B. His music creates a unique sound and heavily uses elements of electric guitar, violins, trumpets, layered vocals, and more, telling stories of love, insecurities, and self-discovery.

Malcolm first gained popularity after two of his songs, “Art House” and “Roomates,” gained a lot of traction on TikTok in 2023. At the time, Malcolm had only released a few songs, such as an EP (extended play) called “Demos Before Prom” and a few singles. Since then, Malcolm has released a number of singles and a couple of albums, including “Sweet Boy” and “Malcolm Todd.” One of my favorite things about Malcolm Todd is his music videos. In some, like “Roomates,” he is just messing around with friends, while others, like “Cheer Me On,” contain just a single shot of Malcolm showcasing his emotions.

Malcolm Todd – “Chest Pain (I Love)”

Malcolm Todd – “Sweet Boy”

Malcolm Todd – “Original”

Malcolm Todd – “You Owe Me”

Malcolm Todd – “Roommates”

Malcolm Todd – “4Me 4Me”

Malcolm Todd – “Walk to Class”

Malcolm Todd – “Earrings”

Malcolm Todd – “Art House”

Malcolm Todd – “Florence”

Malcolm Todd ft. Omar Apollo – “Bleed”

Malcolm Todd – “Cheer Me On”

Here is a link to the whole playlist on YouTube:

WDCE Charts 12-3-25

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WDCE 90.1 Logo

WDCE 90.1: UR Radio is the voice of independent radio in Richmond, VA and has been student-run and operated since 1960.
Students have used it as a launching pad for careers in radio or other mass communications, and also as an engaging extra-curricular activity. Community members and UR alumni also continue to play an important role in the station.

We’re sharing chart information from WDCE as reported to the North American College and Community (NACC) Radio Chart.

Here’s the WDCE Top 30 from 3 December 2025 (click the image to see a larger version):

WDCE chart 12-3-25

For comparison, here is this week’s national NACC chart (click the image to see a larger version):

NACC chart 12-3-25

You can stream WDCE live here: https://live365.com/station/WDCE-90-1-FM-a39711

WDCE Collage 12-3-25

The top four albums played on WDCE this week were:
* Snocaps – Snocaps
* The Belair Lip Bombs – Again
* Tiberius – Troubadour
* The Slackers – Money Is King [EP]

Arachnophonia: Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Volume 1

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Editor’s note: Arachnophonia (“Arachno” = spider / “-phonia” = sound) is a regular feature on our blog where members of the UR community can share their thoughts about resources from the Parsons Music Library‘s collection.

All links included in these posts will take you to either the library catalog record for the item in question or to additional relevant information from around the web.

Today’s installment of Arachnophonia is by student manager Sophia (class of 2028) and features her impressions while listening to a vinyl LP of the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra. Thanks, Sophia!

Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Volume 1

Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Volume 1

The first piece on this album (“Symphony no. 2, The seal of the three laws by Robert Jager) begins in a lively way, almost like the opening for a Disney movie. As the piece goes on, the rhythm builds faster and faster, then gradually slows down before picking up the speed again. The sound of drums, trumpets, and trombones makes it feel like a rollercoaster ride, constantly going up and down. The pitch follows the same pattern, jumping from very high notes to suddenly dropping into very low ones.

My overall impression of this piece is that it reminded me of one of my favorite childhood cartoons, Tom and Jerry. The fast-paced rhythm feels like the chase scenes where Tom will run after Jerry and suddenly stop. The suspense rhythm reminds me of when one of them starts to plot something sneaky.

I would recommend this album to anyone who enjoys lively, playful music or who wants to experience a rollercoaster ride filled with sounds and imagination.