I was born and raised right here in Portland, Maine. As the son of two local TV Journalists, I was always interested in broadcasting – however, I wasn’t interested in music until I picked up the guitar at the age of 11. (Yes, of course, to get girls to like me! Why else?) My love of music led me to attend Berklee College of Music, where I began hosting a weekly radio show on the Berklee Internet Radio Network. There, I honed my DJ skills, taste in music, and propensity for dad Jokes. Since graduating from Berklee, I have come home to join forces with the station I grew up listening to: 94.3 WCYY. In my free time, I enjoy writing and performing music, roasting bad movies, and skiing. I also teach guitar at the Maine Academy of Modern Music, where I can share my love of rock and blues with the newest generation of musicians.
Xander
Rave n’ Rage 1/11/2018 – The Scoop on Good Shows in Maine
With everything from Rock Shows, Music Video Awards, and Local Comedy, this weekend is looking lively!
The New Krispy Kreme in Auburn Opens on Monday
There's no glazing over this one, donut fans.
Why Scotland Is More Like Maine Than You Might Think
Maybe it's the Haggis, but I'm seeing double...
Rave N’ Rage 12/21/2017 – The Final Rave N’ Rage of 2017
Here's a sneak peek at what's happening in live music this weekend!
Uh Oh, Old Orchard Beach Might Ban Retail Marijuana Sales
Looks like this issue won't be wrapping up anytime soon.
5 of the Weirdest Markathon Requests Ever Made
In celebration of another season of Markathon, here are the 5 strangest song suggestions we've gotten over the last 10 years.
Rave N’ Rage 12/7/2017 – What’s Going On This Weekend
Here's the scoop on all the weekend goings-on for the weekend of 12/8/2017
Maine Coast to See Influx of Great White Sharks in the Coming Years… Oh, Great.
It looks like our largely shark-free days might come to an end.
This Old Photo of a “Maine School Bus” Reminds Us to be Grateful for Technology
Let's all be thankful for the little things, like car heaters.
Rave N’ Rage 11/30/2017 – The Scoop on What’s Happening This Weekend
Everything you need to know about all the cool shows happening all around Maine from 11/30 -12/3!
This Tiny, Charming Getaway in Waterford is Perfect for Some Winter Fun
See what all the Tiny House hype is about with a weekend in the Maine woods.
Cyber Monday, Maine Style – 5 Essentials to Buy for Surviving the New England Winter
Hey CYY Freaks! We're back from Thanksgiving weekend, having survived overexposure to both calories and political discussion at the dinner table. Anyone else have a little to much stuffing? I'm suddenly feeling like my pants don't fit as well...
LOCAL MUSIC: Spencer Albee’s Beatles Night Turns 15
Portland's annual Beatles celebration is back and bigger than ever this year!
University of Maine Student Discovers New Species of Wasp… As If We Needed Another
It's always so col when a discovery of this kind is made up here!
Rave n’ Rage 11/16 – Everything You Need to Know About Shows This Weekend
From Bob Marley to the return of Sidecar Radio, we check out all the cool stuff going on in Maine this weekend (with a brief look into next week, as well).