The Local Bands Show 11.16.25

The Local Bands Show 11.16.25

Join Rick Allison, Frank Critelli and Dennis Lamar every Sunday at 10pm for “The Local Bands Show” on 99.1 PLR!

Send your original music to [email protected] or The Local Bands Show, 70 Quarry Dock Road, Branford, CT 06405

This Sunday is The Local Bands Show! Check out the bands and songs that will be featured this Sunday…

Support your Local Bands!

Support Local Businesses who support Local Bands…

New England Brewing – 175 Amity Road, Woodbridge & 5 Indian Neck Avenue, Branford

Brian’s Guitars – 453 W. Main Street, Cheshire

Thursday, November 13: Entering the Box!

Thursday, November 13: Entering the Box!

Chaz and AJ began the countdown to the box, by remembering some past years of AJ in the box, alone. The first year, when he had to listen to Mason Ramsay, was particularly tough on him. (0:00) 

The Tribe began to call in about the box, including Shannon who drove past the site and was surprised at how little room there was for Chaz and Scot Haney to share for 24 hours. (7:39) 

Here’s how it all started! Chaz arrives at the box with a police escort, the countdown begins with the first play of Aqua’s “Barbie Girl,” and Scot Haney insists on breath mints for both of them right as they enter. Mayor Carfora from East Haven read a proclamation, and state comptroller Sean Scanlon dropped by to help answer the Tribe’s trivia questions for Stump the Chumps. (16:55)

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Thursday, November 13th

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Thursday, November 13th

6:00. Box day!

Vince Berry

6:20. The top 10 toys of all time. (203) 882-9757

6:40. Bad Idea Island- if only we could think of an annoying song.

7:00. Today is Box Day. Please go to WPLR.com to make a donation.

And in news, a local legendary broadcaster has died.

7:20. Dumb Ass News.

7:30. The Governor of Connecticut did me a solid while simultaneously insulting Chaz

8:00. After our segment yesterday, we have an update on whether or not the Derby raccoon will be put down.

8:20. Jimmy Koplik. Call or text in your concert questions. (203) 882-9757 First we will talk to Jimi about Elton John‘s meltdown at the Rock Hall of Fame.

8:40. Calls and wrap.

9:00. Chaz and Scot in a Box begins. Drew is live at Crabtree Chevrolet and Lexus of New Haven.

9:20. East Haven Mayor Carfora

9:30. Comptroller Scanlon is our guest for Stump the Chumps live from Crabtree, Chevrolet and Lexus of New Haven. Stump us and get in the Running to see see Journey’s farewell tour, and a car wash from Splash Car Wash. (203) 882-9757

NÜvember

NÜvember

It’s NÜvember all weekend on 99.1 PLR.

The late ’90s/early ’00s was a very interesting time in music. Boy bands and Eminem were taking over in the pop world. Emo and Pop Punk was blaring through the high school hallways and skateparks.

But for rock fans there was a new sound. It was sometimes a bit rap, sometimes it was a bit metal, but it was often VERY angry.

Tune in all weekend as we highlight the best of genre.

From Korn to Limp Bizkit. From Staind to Godsmack. From Chevelle to Linkin Park. All the best in NÜ!

Pod Pick: The Derby Raccoon Controversy

Pod Pick: The Derby Raccoon Controversy

Sheryl Bartone was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the raccoon that was removed from her care by CT’s DEEP. Sheryl explained how she discovered the animal as a baby, alone and in trouble, and helped it to survive for months. Since the animal was taken away, she has not had any information or updates from DEEP. 

Photo credit: Getty Images

Wednesday, November 12: Nancy’s Fueled by Espresso, Airplane Kids, A Day to the Box

Wednesday, November 12: Nancy’s Fueled by Espresso, Airplane Kids, A Day to the Box

Chaz and AJ were talking about the preparation and anxiety leading up to being in the box for 24 hours, when Nancy from Long Island called in during an espresso binge. (0:00) 

In Dumb Ass News, another chapter in the book that proves Ruth hates kids on airplanes. (11:34) 

Scot Haney from Channel 3 WFSB was on the phone this morning to talk about the items he’s preparing for his 24 hours in the box. (19:28) 

Last call for the Tribe to call in and make suggestions for the Chaz and Scot Haney in the Box. A lot of very strange, borderline fetish suggestions being made. (31:33) 

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Wednesday, November 12th

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Wednesday, November 12th

6:00. Train conductor falls asleep and wakes up mad.

Brian Blackmore

6:20. The top 10 annoying things that roommates do. (203) 882-9757

6:40. Bad Idea Island. Bad song week

7:00. A neighbor dispute in Connecticut ends with a forced entry, head injury, and a smashed TV.

7:20. Dumbass news. A battle between an adult and a toddler on an airplane sets off the internet.

7:30. Things we need in the box. What should Chaz and Scot pack?

8:00. A raccoon removed from a Derby business has the owner heartbroken. She’s on with us next.

8:20. Help us brainstorm the menu of luxury that’ll be taken away as we raced money tomorrow in the box. (203) 882-9757

9:00. Comedian Paul Virzi.

9:20. Dumbass news. Shots fired during a fight over how many eggs a chicken can lay

9:30. Stump the Chumps. Stump us with general knowledge trivia get in the Running to see Journey’s farewell tour, and a car wash from Splash Car Wash. (203) 882-9757

Pod Pick: Veterans Day, Tribe Calls and Stories

Pod Pick: Veterans Day, Tribe Calls and Stories

Chaz and AJ replayed an interview with Vietnam veteran Art Wiknik, who survived the Battle of Hamburger Hill. Art survived the climb to the summit, despite being blinded, and lit on fire by a shot to the chest. (0:00) 

Chaz and AJ wanted to get some real, local stories from the Tribe. AJ began by sharing a story about his Uncle Anthony from World War 2. (12:18)

More service stories from veterans, and about family members who have served. Plus, how instrumental artwork has become for many veterans after returning home from duty, and why it is still important to check on veterans that have returned home.  (25:34)  

Tuesday, November 11: Gator Girl Mama, and Governor Lamont

Tuesday, November 11: Gator Girl Mama, and Governor Lamont

In Dumb Ass News, a mom on maternity leave made the news for spending her free time successfully hunting a record size alligator. (0:00)  

Governor Ned Lamont was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about his plans on Veterans Day in the state, and addressed his recent announcement to run for a third term as CT’s Governor. (9:58)