The adult-alternative music format of 91.9-WFPK holds down the territory between anything-goes college-station programming (let’s face-it — an Alison Krauss number followed by Black Flag isn’t for everyone) and the mostly predictable playlists of corporate-owned stations farther up the FM dial. As the newest addition to WFPK’s DJ corps, Mark Bacon uses his airtime to not only play indie, rock, folk and
Is there a different flavor to your weekEND shows than the weekDAY ones?
On Saturday mornings, I don’t want listeners to flip their pancake batter everywhere, so I’ll play a global-rhythms segment and another called “First Cup of the Day” — it could be a mug of music from
How do you bring your own personality to a show?
Even though there’s a station format, each host has strengths they bring to the table. There will be a commonality to it along with the personality of each host and the selections you play. . . . I play jazz, Latino, indie and African music — but it doesn’t mean I won’t play Dean Martin.
What drew you to work for public radio?
I like being educated and educating (through his shows). Public radio should lead the way and be an asset to the community. It’s a cultural service.
What local musicians are you interested in since your return?
Scott Carney, Second Story Man, Lucky Pineapple and Your Black Star are all really good. In jazz I like John La Barbera and Dick Sisto.
