Featuring new, local, and live music each weekday!
There is no shortage of amazing music. On 88.5 FM and on our digital channels we have some of the best hand-picked music of every type imaginable. We’d like to draw attention to music that is new, local, recorded live, and old favorite, or is otherwise interesting by featuring a Song of the Day every weekday.
There are many ways to listen:
- You can come back to this page and scroll down. You’ll be able to read more about the artists.
- You can also find a Spotify playlist that includes most (but not all!) songs here.
- You can look through this Youtube playlist. Some of the videos are super cool!
- You can use app of choice with this RSS feed. Convenient!
- Get updates of the SOTD on Instagram.
Interested in submitting your music to be featured as a song of the day?
We at WMNF are always looking for cool new music to feature! We are especially looking for Florida bands, music from less-common genres, and from artists with diverse backgrounds.
The best way to submit your music is to email the song file to [email protected]. Be sure to include interesting facts about the song and links to your socials. Also include the statement that you allow the use of your song for podcasting. We can provide a simple license agreement as needed.
Listen to the latest episodes
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The Song of the Day for August 9, 2024 is Bluebirds (My Empty Pages) by Will Quinlan. Will Quinlan has been a creative force in the Tampa Bay area for over 25 years. Writing and performing in various bands (Pagan Saints, Murder Creek, Diviners, most recently American Dreaming) and taking it solo. Will and his bands have graced WMNF's Live Music Showcase, benefit concerts, Tropical Heatwave, WMNF's Americana Fests and tribute tribute concerts. Catch him next at WMNF's Tom Petty tribute October 5! (see below) -
WMNF Song of the Day has been going great so far! It has been wonderful to hear from artists and listeners who enjoy it. None if it would be possible if it wasn't from the support from listeners. And so that is a reminder about that our little station is holding its fall fund drive. When you donate, mention that you like Song of the Day! Join us on Saturday, September 14th, as we mark a major milestone for our beloved community radio station. For 45 years, WMNF has been a beacon of independent broadcasting in the Tampa Bay area and beyond. -
The SOTD today is by "Better" teenager Dylan Zangwill from Philadelphia, PA. You should listen because It will blow your socks off. Dylan Zangwill is not your typical teenager. He is a Rockstar in Training! Dylan’s signature sound is unmistakable: powerful vocals, refined piano and guitar playing, and enthralling originals, delivered with a unique and engaging blend of bluesy rock and Southwestern flair (and let’s not forget that hair!) -
The SOTD is Wasted Words by Hollowhouse, from Plant City, FL. Hollowhouse is playing Rock the Park TONIGHT! Rock the Park. Wasted Words is a song off the upcoming album of the same name by Hollowhouse. You can listen to WMNF Song of the Day on the web, as podcast, as Spotify Playlist, or YouTube playlist. You can find all the details, and how to submit your music, on our webpage. -
The SOTD for today is 4am on Kennedy by Perception from Tampa. Perception isn't one to keep the limelight for himself. He is starting a series called The Vibe Vault to promote lesser-known local artists: "I could perform almost every night,” he told Creative Loafing Tampa Bay about his come up years ago. With venues being a scarcity, there’s less opportunity for that, so he plans to slow-grow the Vault over the next year to give local artists the same shot. You can listen to WMNF Song of the Day on the web, as podcast, as Spotify Playlist, or YouTube playlist. You can find all the details, and how to submit your music, on our webpage. -
The WMNF Song of the Day for August 3, 2024 is Nylon by Hovercar from Tampa. Hovercar is playing at Hooch & Hive this Thursday August 5th with FEA & Eleni and The Uprising. You can listen to WMNF Song of the Day on the web, as podcast, as Spotify Playlist, or YouTube playlist. You can find all the details, and how to submit your music, on our webpage. -
t is Labor Day, so hopefully you are not laboring too much. The WMNF Song of the Day for August 2, 2024 is Feel Something by Shower Beers. While the holiday might sound like a great day for some shower beers, the actual song is not the celebration of hedonism you might think at first glance. Says creator Shae Krispinsky: I conceived of Shower Beers as a project where I aimed to write upbeat, catchy songs about my struggle with mental illness. My song “Feel Something” specifically touches upon the misguided belief I held in my younger days that if I could change my external circumstances, if I could go somewhere else, start a new life, become a different person, then the darkness would go away. Except it didn’t go away, because, as it’s said, “Wherever you go, there you are.” I can’t outrun myself. Shower Beers is about facing myself and dancing with my shadows. Feel something is the debut song of Shower Beers, the "janky dance pop project" of Shae Krispinsky (of Navin Avenue and Purr Purr Purr). -
Did you know that Slim Whitman was from Tampa? True story. He will not be playing WMNF's 45th Birthday. You know who else is from Tampa and WILL be partying down with WMNF and friends? THE DOLLYROTS! The WMNF Song of the Day for August 30, 2024 is Wrapped in Sunshine by The Dollyrots. Get Tickets to the September 14th party: https://www.wmnf.org/wmnf_events/wmnf-birthday-bash The Dollyrots are a pop-punk band now based in Los Angeles, formed in 2000 by childhood friends Kelly Ogden (vocals, bass) and Luis Cabezas (guitar). Their music is characterized by catchy melodies, energetic guitar riffs, and playful lyrics, blending punk rock's raw energy with a pop sensibility. The Dollyrots gained popularity in the early 2000s, thanks in part to their infectious sound and Kelly Ogden's charismatic stage presence. The band has released several albums, including fan favorites like "Because I'm Awesome" (2007) and "Whiplash Splash" (2017). Their music often tackles themes of youth, rebellion, and fun, resonating with fans who appreciate their upbeat, feel-good approach to punk rock. The Dollyrots are known for their relentless touring schedule, building a loyal fanbase through their energetic live performances and maintaining a close connection with their audience through social media and crowdfunding platforms.
Nathan Bonilla-Warford AKA "Nate Dawg" is the First Cadet assisting DJ Spaceship on WMNF Friday Mornings. He has been a music lover his entire life and comes from a musical family, including his touring musicians father and brother. He announced Basketball Games in his hometown of Ocala, and DJ'd events in college. He volunteered at WORT, the amazing community radio station in Madison, WI. His favorite types of music are funk, jam, bluegrass, VGM. His kids play cello, piano, guitar, ukulele, and sing. His non-musical interests include Legos, camping, and science fiction.
IG: dnatediggitydawg
