These new releases from St. Louis artists offer honesty and openness

These new releases from St. Louis artists offer honesty and openness

Author: St. Louis Public Radio August 15, 2026 Duration: 24:25

St. Louis musicians share the power of being open and honest in this month's new music roundup. Darian Wigfall — also known as DJ Whiz — joins producer Miya Norfleet and host Elaine Cha to discuss their favorite recently released tracks, including punk, jazz, pop and atmospheric selections. Check out our new music roundup playlist.


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