Hey Crew…
Its been a while since my last update to you all but I have to get in touch to let you all know about a few changes that are occurring down at fresh that are going to directly relate to SHIFT_
With recent surveys and the current strategic direction of the station, it is with a slightly heavy heart that SHIFT_ will no longer exist in its current format and timeslot. I have enjoyed almost 2 full years and over 90 episodes in the current timeslot, and whilst I realise I had a pretty shaky start, I’m quite proud of how far it has come. It wouldn’t have been something worth pursuing if it wasn’t for you, the listeners, and the supportive comments and feedback you have all lent me since day one. I have tried to fill what I saw as a void in the musical aspect of programming at fresh and I feel I have done just that. I have also been able to present a number of talents and artists, both local and abroad, that wouldn’t necessarily had the opportunity in ‘prime time’ otherwise. I would like to thank and congratulate all my guests for there contributions, time & support up to now, in particular the Adelaide lads, you all know who you are!
So, where does this leave the show now? Well, you may be happy to know that this isn’t in fact the end, the show will go on albeit in a new timeslot and slightly tweaked format. SHIFT_ will still air on Saturday nights, just in the later timeslot of 11pm. It will now also extend beyond 2 hours and occupy the airwaves until 2am each and every week [barring clubcasts] so you will be able to tune in and get down most of the night to the sounds that have become the backbone of the SHIFT_ playlists.
My good mate and recent co-host James “Mebbo” Mebberson will also continue to be involved as well, so those of you that are fans of his stuff, you will still be able to hear the dulcet vocal tones from this fast rising star each and every week, plus maybe a new cameo from time to time!!
Adding to this, the extra hour will afford me to really show off what talent there is out there both here in Adelaide, domestically around Australia in the other states as well as from the farthest corners of the globe. So expect to hear quite a few guests in each show. If you are reading this and think you have what it takes to be part of the show get in touch. I would like to create a good sense of ‘community’ with the new direction of the show as I strongly believe that to keep our scene healthy we need to be all working together. So if in the mean time you have any comments, suggestions, feedback or whatever, get in touch, I’d love to hear from you.
The last show in the current 8pm till 10pm format will air on Saturday 3rd of April with the new 3 hour format begining on Saturday April 10th from 11pm.
Cheers Guys
Al
