WCSB OFF THE AIR - WRITE THEM AND CALL THEM AND SAY WE WANT IT BACK!
The following message is the thoughts and opinions of the poster and in no way reflects the beliefs of Eleventh Hour Recording Company, it's artists, or its sponsors. Reader desecration is advised.
Yesterday, the 3rd of October in this year of our Lord 2025 our student and community-run radio station WCSB, broadcasting out of Cleveland State University was abruptly taken off the air and replaced with a smooth jazz station run by Ideastream.
Now, we here at Eleventh Hour do not get involved in politics. This is a free country and you're more than welcome to follow whatever crazy idea of your choosing. This issue however is not political; WCSB was like a friend to many of us. Sure, WRUW is cool and they have great shows and great people, but WCSB was like your weird cousin you'd see twice a year on holidays who would take you behind the garage to smoke pot and let you listen to their Metallica tapes on their walkman when you were 12.
So what to do? I can say this; as we live in a capitalist society, protesting with signs sadly really doesn't do much anymore. It is the Almighty Dollar that speaks. After all, isn't it odd that Ideastream just received a grant for (in Dr. Evil voice) one millllion dollars last week for this smooth jazz station and in the press release the head of CSU stated that it's "not about money"? Just saying...
Anyway, if you feel so inclined reach out to the people below (and even more so the people at Ideastream) to let them know that you will no longer support CSU, Ideastream, or any of the other endeavors that these folks put forth unless they reinstate our community radio station. Mrs. EHRC and I have cancelled our PBS Kids subscription and let them know why, along with stating that we'll not support anything involving CSU or Ideastream moving forward (which really stinks cause we like Public Television a lot) until WCSB is back on the air playing jazz in one hour blocks the way the Good Lord intended.
Anyway, if you feel the way that we do, call or write these folks and tell them the same. You'll not get another penny or minute of my listening time. Best of luck with your endeavors but as for me and my household, it's only WRUW moving forward from here on out (or one of the other college stations if that's your flavor. No judgement).
It might do something, it might not. But it's better than doing nothing if you care about it.
New Single From Bill Fox, "Alaska" Starts Pre-Sale Now!
We're super excited to announce that we're releasing a 7" vinyl single from Bill Fox containing two previously unreleased tracks and one of not only our favorite Fox compositions, but one of our favorite songs in general, "Alaska", which features Doug Gillard of GBV/Nada Surf fame gracing the recording with his own unique and eloquent guitar phrasings. The B side features an as yet unheard cover of the Velvet Underground's "Pale Blue Eyes"; a unique take on a vintage classic with bro Tommy's eclectic percussive accompaniment. We couldn't be more thrilled to get this out to you!
This marks Bill’s first appearance on a 45 since his 2016 split release with the Forgotten Souls of Antiquity—and his first full single since 1996’s “Bird of the World.” Pre-order begins now, with the official release expected at the end of October (we’ll share more details as they become available). Reserve your copy today—we’re confident you’ll love these two tracks as much as we do!
EHRC Begins Stocking Emmett O'Connor's Releases
We’re also super stoked to announce that as of right now we are able to offer the releases of Emmett O'Connor and Co. records direct to you
You might remember Emmett as half of the organ based hi-flying punk band ‘Archie & the Bunkers’ but he’s been a pretty busy individual these last couple of years and we’ve got all of his new releases available here! He’s got a new solo LP out on Sweet Time/Low Ambition Records, along with his new groups Jaguar 777 (Creep Show weird(good)ness) and MK Ultras (fast burning punk rock). Check all of his stuff at our store and on his BandCamp!
'Before I Went To Harvard' Returns to Stock October 3rd, Pre-Sale Continues Until Then
Bill Fox's 2017 LP "Before I Went to Harvard" is officially back in stock on October 3rd! Some of you may have noticed the presale went up last week with a couple of bucks off for ordering early, and we will continue that right up until this Friday.
We got a lot of emails when Resonance was released asking if Harvard would ever get a repress and here we are! As stated we'll keep the discount available until Friday and start shipping next week ( starting 10/6). Cheers everyone and thanks for expressing your interest in being able to pick this one up!
A NON-COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF WHAT YOU MAY OR MAY NOT BE MISSING OUT ON
EHRC015
BILL FOX - RESONANCE (12" VINYL)
Fox’s songs, which range from stripped-down acoustic performances of folk hymns, political laments, and shanties, to heartfelt pop songs and full-band power pop gems, are consistently excellent and memorable. -Zachary Vito, Bandcamp Daily
EHRC014
ANONYMOUS - EPONYMOUS (12" VINYL)
A rip roaring LP filled with songs that evoke Richie Cunningham screaming
across the sky inside of a rocket propelled bathtub with wheels on it (for when its no longer in the sky). Destined to go out in a blaze of glory when it hits the ground.
EHRC013
THE DAZE - RED MARK EP (CD)
Four song EP from up and coming rock and rollers from Jefferson Ohio. Cram your bluetooth headphones all the way into your ear canal and turn it up until you bust the heads on your ear drums. Totally worth it, even considering the rising costs of ear drum heads.
EHRC012
ANONYMOUS - EPONYMOUS EP (CD)
Six song EP that comes in the Adeline Street 45. Even more tunes to help cleanse your pallet. You might be wondering about the spelling of pallet. We're talking skids here. Helps to get the merchandise off your pallet and onto the store shelves for hungry consumers eagerly awaiting the next shipment of toilet paper and hand sanitizer.
EHRC011
WH MICHAEL - ADELINE STREET (7" VINYL)
Seven inch single featuring two brand new previously unreleased numbers. Comes with full color label and extra CD EP enclosed in the record. Glittery garage pop on one side and sad piano driven goodness on the other. Releases in February 2023
EHRC010
JAMES MCKEIVIER & THE STARRY SKY BAND - LOVE SONGS, DEMONSTRATIONS, AND OTHER SUGGESTIONS FOR THE END GAME (CD)
Forth full length album from James Mckeivier and Co. CD comes in a DVD case with full color cover and a lyric book included. Some might say this album is the closest that James has come to the Velvet Underground and those people would probably be right.
EHRC009
NO SURF IN CLEVELAND - VOLUME 1 - (12" VINYL)
Our first compilation, featuring the likes of rubella, Al & the Coholics, Bill Fox, AP Hilliard, C Town Gospel Singers, Patrick Davis, and more. Genre bending record featuring some of our favorite Cleveland artists and bands. Limited to 100 copies.
EHRC008
WH MICHAEL - SHADOWS IN THE DARK (CD)
First full length album from WH Michael since 2009's self titled release. Recorded with Link Wray's 3 Track Shack in mind, an 11 song effort that toes the line between hardcore country and beat up folk.
EHRC007
WH MICHAEL - MODERN SOUNDS IN POP MUSIC (CD)
Six song EP that was given away free with any vinyl purchase. Combines garage, punk, and pop into a mid-fi jumble of candy pop whateverness. Out of print.
EHRC006
WH MICHAEL - ELEVEN COVERS (CD)
The title says it all. 11 tracks not written by the guy on the cover; an acoustic soiree recorded with a newborn child in the room to help supervise and make sure everything is on the level. Limited edition of 50 with handmade covers. Out of print
EHRC005
LE YIKES SURF CLUB - GALAPAGOGO (12" VINYL)
Full length from Philadelphia PA's Le Yikes. Chock full of poppy garage rock and surf-y hooks that both you and your great aunt will love. Definitely one of our faves.
EHRC004
rubella - gallows humor (12" VINYL)
Nightmare synths and twisted mental images from deep within the Unabomber's secluded Montana resort. How they packed so much disturbing backwards punk rockish bad dream pop into cheap synths and pounding drums we'll never know but they did. All the better for us
EHRC003
BILL FOX - BEFORE I WENT TO HARVARD (12" VINYL)
Vinyl reissue of cassette-only release taken from the original masters. One of Cleveland's finest which also features audio from the 1990-something band the Radio Flyers. Your favorite songwriter's favorite songwriter.
EHRC002
JAMES MCKEIVIER - THE LUCKY ONES (12" VINYL)
James McKeivier's second full length album, broadcast to you in glorious stereo. Folky pop with a hint of country as an aftertaste. This may have sold out but you can still listen to it's audio goodness on the bandcamp page.
EHRC001
BILL FOX / FORGOTTEN SOULS OF ANTIQUITY (7" VINYL)
The record that started the whole shebang back in 2016. Congrats to you for reading to the bottom of this page. Sadly though we're all out of semi-witty comments. Out of print.
