Tonight, on The Sound we check out “Behind This Smile,” the latest release from singer songwriter Allison Sky. Based in La Crosse WI, Allison has been connecting with audiences through her down to earth, relatable songwriting. Full of heartfelt tunes that might tug on your heartstrings a little, and maybe even make you feel like you’re not alone, and that just maybe, someone out there understands.

I’m Kristine Osorio, saying get cozy and get ready to meet the woman behind the music as KQAL’s Annika Bakkum-Ekern and I get into “Behind This Smile” with artist Allison Sky, tonight on The Sound.

Original air date: 05/06/26.
The Sound is written and produced by KQAL 89.5FM on the campus of Winona State University.
The Sound is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Tonight, on The Sound we hang out with the boys from Whitetail. With members in both MN and WI, Whitetail is sure to become a regional favorite as they get ready to drop their second release. Tonight, we sit down with Whitetail to check out a few tunes from their first EP, titled, Another Day, and a few new tunes from their upcoming album. These local boys write tunes that are perfect for blowing off some steam at the end of a hard day or just cruisin’ thru the countryside. No matter whichever fits your fancy, I’d recommend stickin around a while to find out more about this cool new band. I’m Bill Stoneberg sayin’ kick yer boots off, put yer feet up and grab your favorite beverage as we take you through the twists and turns that is Whitetail: Another Day, right here tonight, on The Sound.

Original air date: 05/29/26.
The Sound is written and produced by KQAL 89.5FM on the campus of Winona State University.
The Sound is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Tonight, on The Sound we touch base with Winona band, The Reach Outs to double-click their newest EP, Working Hard Or Hardly Working. With action item corporate faves like Don’t You Micromanage Me, Let’s Touch Base, and Work From Home, The Reach Out’s are moving the needle as they take a deep dive into the corporate world. They aren’t reinventing the wheel here, but they just might break down some silos, as long as they don’t get too far in the weeds. Whatever you do, don’t put this album on the back burner because it is destined to become a game changer! So, whatever you’re doing right now, put a pin in it so we can loop you in on Working Hard Or Hardly Working, the latest release from Winona’s own, The Reach Outs. I’m Bill Stoneberg saying, “if you’ve got the bandwidth, get ready to pivot as we drill down into The Reach Outs latest, Working Hard or Hardly Working and run it up the flagpole, tonight on The Sound.

Original air date: 04/15/26.
The Sound is written and produced by KQAL 89.5FM on the campus of Winona State University.
The Sound is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.