The Beat Oracle

We’re back this week with 3 beat-heavy mini-sets. I start things off with some new stuff from the likes of El Guincho, Deadelus and Ruckus Robotocius. Joseph drops in some older motown and hiphop joints then Kenny ends things off with some electronic goodness from The Octagon Man and Pendulum. Much more inside, check it […]

This Tuesday we dropped a bunch of old and new great tracks. Back in the archives we’ve got Bruce Haack, Brian Eno & David Byrne and Telex. Brand new stuff from Why?, Eliot Lipp, and Neon Neon. Tons of other great beats included! Playlist Download 03/25/2008

Our friend Micah fills in for Joseph as a guest DJ and celebrates spring break with some beats. We drop new tracks from Apparat, The Orb and the Ruby Suns. My wife tells me this show reminded her of the 90s… Playlist Download 03/18/2008

I’m very happy with this week’s show–while we were spinning we spent a lot of time sitting in the studio discussing the role of technology changing culture and art–and somehow we produced a gem of a mix spanning old and new. Mix goes from a soul/hip-hop vibe towards a more electronic thing and ends on […]

While we’re focused today here in Ohio on our American elections, we touch upon lot other spots around the world in today’s show: Spain, Brazil, France, UK, Japan and more…. Playlist Download 03/04/2008

This week we bring a more eclectic show, as promised. We bring the latest offerings from several artists: Jeru the Damaja, Black Devil Disco Club, Autechre, Lifesavas & Songs of Green Pheasant. Lots of other stuff in there crossing future music boundries: hip-hop, dance, experimental, dub, and ambient packed into a compact hour. Playlist Download […]

I’m not exactly sure how else to describe this show. Totally electronic: some for the dancefloor, some for the morning after. We bring a maximum techno show here with newer stuff from labels like Warp, Rephlex, Planet Mu, and Skull Disco. More organic grooves will be back next week! Playlist Download 02/19/2008

This week we bring an extended 2-hour Internet only show. We aired the 1.24 show on WCRS this week in order to catch up the radio listeners with the online version. We spent the night in the studio with the volume cranked up with some great experimental sounds. New stuff this week from Autechre, Caspa & Rusko's Fabric Mix and Thom Yorke's remixes EP. Joseph also turned me onto Alan Braxe, and I think him for it!

Ruckus Roboticus is back with another guest mix this week, this time bringing you a four-to-the-floor dance mix. Ruckus will be bringing his record crates to town this Saturday night, spinning at the Britsol Bar. Next week we’re dropping a special Internet-only extended show! Playlist Download 02/05/2008

This week’s mix moves in three directions. We start with a synth-pop set, move into some spastic idm beats then finish off with some nice hip-hop. Playlist Download 01/24/2008

Kenny joins the Beat Oracle team this week and inadvertently coins our new tagline! We also have moved back to the old playlist system. Joe starts with a jazzy mix then Kenny & I tag team with some hip hop and electronic stuff to finish it off. We are asking for music recommendations! E-mail us: [email protected]

This week we feature a stellar mix from Ruckus Roboticus created as an companion to his latest album "Playing With Scratches." This mix was voted Solid Steel's 2007 best mix of the year, an award he also pulled off in 2003 with his "Record Playa'" mix. Ruckus stopped by the Sells Studio and chatted with me about making this mix, his album and future plans.

Joseph and I are back this week and I think we're less rusty in the studio this time around. The first half of the show has some more of my 2007 favorites then Joseph plays an absolutely great set in the second half with some tropicalia, reggae, ruckus roboticus and more! Download 01/03/2008

After a long hiatus, The Beat Oracle returns on the FM airwaves in Columbus, OH on WCRS, 102.1 and 98.3 low power FM. The show will feature rotating DJs Michael, Joseph and Kenny and frequent guest spots from Ruckus Roboticus, DJ Barticus and other local DJs. We're planning to have a regular local DJ spotlight segment monthly. This week's show features some of Michael and Joseph's favorites from 2007. Download 12/29/2007

DJ extraordinaire & beat oracle alumni (’00-’03) Ruckus Roboticus is at the helm again this week as he presents part one of his DJ set recorded live at Lotus in Columbus on December 9th. Part two will be here before the new years! photo by Jenni Schalk Be sure to check out his new mix […]

This week I dust off my summer archives: After catching up on a couple new tracks, I drop a mix created for a late-night costume party while I was in Maine. Next comes mixes from Deaf Dot Electrics (one half of Ascona) and Ruckus Roboticus, recorded live from my wedding! Happy Thanksgiving ya’ll! Playlist Download […]

After five months off and some major life happenings past, the Beat Oracle makes it’s triumphant return–and before the end of 2006! I’m hoping to be back weekly, we’ll see how it goes. There’s a little rust in the mic after all that time, but the music is nothing but heat–new stuff from Ryuichi Sakamoto, […]

This week was my last week in the KCSB studios. Jon and Scott join me in the studio for a tag team dj set as we bid farewell to DJing on the Pacific. I’m about to move eastward and get married! It’ll be a few weeks before I’m back with a new show–but I’ll be […]

We had a great show last week with guests from the hibernating Treetop Tales playing a great hip-hop set in the second hour. These guys are taking a quarter off from KCSB, but will be back programming and podcasting at their new site teamtreetops.com. The first hour breaks format (again) while I spin a special […]

The night is filled with the mark of the beast. Playlist Download 6.6.6

Paul Freak stopped by the studio last week and dropped an amazing set. Paul was using Final Scratch–which I’d never had an opprotunity to play with, and proceeded to blow the place apart. Unfortunately the recording on the first couple minutes of his set and the first couple minutes of his interview have some technical […]

Happy Chao! FNORD This week show features piles of new stuff including tracks from Dabrye, Madlib, The Coup, King Buscuit Time, Swayzak, Goldfrapp and the DFA crew. Next week Paul Freak will be joining us in studio for a live DJ session! Playlist Download 05/23/2005

After an unexpected two week break, I’m back! Lots of news: First up, this week’s show features two great mixes by Paul Freak. Paul has started podcasting his great mixes over at paulfreak.com. In the second hour tonight, I rehash my Coachella adventures and break format a bit. The best show of Coachella, hell, of […]

This week I’m getting psyched for the Coachella Music & Arts festival by strolling back into my previous festival experiences. Chronlogically, I dip into music from a fraction of the diverse and expansive artists I’ve seen at the festival in years past. New stuff from Madlib, Nightwares on Wax and Matmos are highlighted. Playlist Download […]

back on the west coast with a clutch of new tunes. last week my sub was ill–hence a no show. new stuff includes: ghostface, mark ronson, bonde do role and voom voom. Playlist Download 4/18/2006

I’m heading to Ohio for some family fun. Next week, KCSB’s own Marcelino will be subbing for me. I’ll have the show up a little later than usual–Friday or Saturday. I’ll be back on 4/18 to celebrate a year at beatoracle.net. Hurrah. Lots of new stuff this week, as always. Playlist Download 04/04/2006

A glitch-free show tonight! Most podcast listeners don't know this...but ever since our station got struct by lightning (and I got really sick) I've had different in-studio calamities that have needed to be repaired before this show goes up. Tonight, things went smoothly. New stuff in the mix from B Fleischmann, Jamie Lidell, Terrestrial Tones, Matmos, Coldcut, Nightmares on Wax and more. Playlist

Happy spring everybody. New stuff htis week from Coldcut, Nightmares on Wax, Jimmy Edgar and Goldfrapp. A bunch of old great tracks too--it's prime show season here in SoCal--go out and see some live music. Playlist

I'm back in the studio this week with Jon as a guest DJ. New stuff from Cinematic Orchestra, Lotus Tribe, B Fleischmann and Terrestrial Tones. I also featured a segment from MadDecent, Diplo's new podcast, one of many new shows added to my list of podcasts over on the right column. Also--check out Loscil's new album Stases, available for free download. Playlist

Another sick-like week in the studio. I dropped new stuff from Herbert, Sia, Jimmy Edgar and more. Hey--Apple is now accepting user comments for podcasts. Drop me a line if you have a minute. I won't be in the studio next week as I'm seeing Animal Collective in LA. I'll try out the home studio this weekend if I'm feeling better and drop in a podcast. Playlist

Then think about the bubbles. A week of minor disasters: the station was struck by lightning and I'm ill...but somehow managed to get a decent show in. This week features a new benefit comp called "Break in the Road" from the fine heads at Soulstrut. New stuff from Mylo, "sounds of brazil 2" comp, Ms John Soda and more J Dilla. Also--check out Beyond Jazz this week for "The Dilla Dedication." Playlist

I forgot to put up last week's show on here (but check the podcast--it stays up-to-date). It turns out that was our last week as a duo, I'm flying solo right now. Last night I played a Vday love special, also featuring a bunch of love-themed J Dilla tracks, RIP. 2/07/2006 (Playlist) 2/14/2006 (Playlist)

Tonight we celebrate the lives of those close to us. Some new stuff is in there as well: A diplo remix, Aoki Takamassa + Tujiko Noriko and a new Jel 12". Playlist

Packing just music this week. Playlist

This week's show features a Martin Luther King, Jr Day speech by Al Gore (transcript) mixed with some great ambient music. Thanks to indymedia for having the raw audio we were looking for, as usual. Noah rocks the first hour with an ecclectic dj set. Playlist

Jon stepped into the studio with us for a guest set this week. He dropped some Arhythmatick, Ahmad Szabo, Icuras and more. Noah and I played rounded off the show with some head-nodding goodness. Playlist

New stuff this week from Herbert, Secret Mommies and Coldcut. Coldcut, staying on the edge as always, recently lauched their own podcast. *Still* waiting on the new theme song. Will it ever come? Playlist

Noah had DJ Skye in with him for the last show of the year. New stuff from Breakestra, DJ Brokenwindow, Venetian Snares and a bunch of 2005 favorites. Playlist

This was my last show of the year, so I decided to play a bunch of my favorite Beat Oracle tracks released in 2005. I have to say, I love the hell out of these songs. Noah played a short set after I finished--but never fear, he'll be rocking solo next week while I'm away. Hopefully Ascona will send us the new theme mix for our return in 2006! This year saw mainstream adoption of podcasting, and we appreciate all the feedback and support we receive. Check out the other podcasts linked in the right column--send us recommendations of stuff we haven't heard. Community broadcasting, internet sharing and podcasting is vital to keeping independent music heard. Let's hope 2006 sees those in power begin to join this revolution rather than fight it (ha). Get involved with community media! It is both fun and critical to democracy's survival. Seriously. Playlist

Madman Micah was in again last night (check the audio archive for previous guest spots)--dropping some of his favorites like Midwest Product, Books on Tape and Dangermouse. I forgot to post last week's show here as well..we played a moody set with stuff from Black Dice, Scanner, Malcolm Kipe and more. If you want to keep up-to-date, subscribe to the Podcast!

we're back to a regular show after many weeks of fund drives and guests in the studio. this week we dug up a slew of new ninja tune stuff (coldcut, pest, one self, etc.) as well as new si begg, afx, caribou. playlist

apologies about not having podcasts of the last two weeks. we were in the middle of our annual fund drive at kcsb which meant a touch of chaos and lots of pitching in the studio. we're back this week in the studio with a special guest mix from bryan of ascona. bryan's visiting southern california this week and decided to stop by in a rare trip away from his maine studio. we have a special contest for an ascona cd-r this week in the show. we'll be getting the playlist up shortly: enjoy!

i missed a post about last week's show (again). doh! well, last week i dropped some laid-back jazzy type stuff and then noah brought in some new jams like sa ra, pest, cage. this week we had some spookey stuff for halloween and some more new releases: animal collective, magnetophone, rjd2 (from the 2k6 soundtrack). i updated the podcast links with some great new podcasts: check waxing deep and east village radio. We've got KCSB pledge drive shows the next two weeks. Please consider supporting our station in whatever way you can. You can reach us live in the studio at 805.893.2424 from 10p-midnight pacific time.

This week's show features new stuff Animal Collective, Cage, Danger Doom & Stromba. Playlist

Back from a week relaxing in Yosemite...this week's show features new Boards of Canada, Mr Oizo, Broadcast and a wonderful noisy collage mixed together by Noah. Also, forgot to link last week's show to the main page (but it was updated in the podcast)....

kcsb has finally gotten the main studio rennovated and we're broadcasting with brand new digital equipment! to celebrate this move, we brought in friends brian and jon to play some funky sets. new stuff from broadcast, herbaliser and signer. many great artists are touring the us right now, so be sure to check out what you can! playlist

Another beat-tasty show: Playlist

I went straight from a rock show to meet noah djing for this week's b.o. Some more rocky stuff: new Malcolm Middleton and a great old Trembling Blue Stars song in there. Requested Living Legends, Boom Bap, more L Pierre and more. Playlist

congratulations to the newly married jon/mona from ballistichelmet! after djing a wedding--a radio show seems easy--i think it might be the sobriety helping. this week we also sent out a traveling song to a departing friend. Playlist

DJ Milstein joined us in the studio this week. We dropped some new stuff (to us at least): Proem, Living Legends, Mr Scruff, Ammoncontact, General Elektriks as well as a slew of requests. Keep 'em comin! [email protected] Playlist