Jul 11, 2026
Valley Sounds Episode 423: The Envied
The Envied are your guest hosts, and talk about their music, shared stages, and a chance message that finally brought the right musicians together.
Valley Sounds
Marsha Arends
On-Air Host & Producer
Valley Sounds shines the spotlight on original music created and performed in the Tennessee Valley. This weekly mix of music, interviews and other special segments take you inside the creative process of making music. Valley Sounds airs on 89.3 FM/HD1 Saturdays at 9pm, or listen to a podcast below.
Want to get your music on Valley Sounds? We play all genres! To learn more about our music submission guidelines, Please download this PDF.
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Latest Episodes
Jul 4, 2026
Valley Sounds Episode 422: Kristen Shores
Kristen Shores is your guest host. She shares the music and stories that have shaped her songs and her move from classical pianist to retro soul and blues songwriter. She also spotlights some of the Shoals' most celebrated artists and rising voices.
Jun 27, 2026
Valley Sounds Episode 421: Morgan Sloan
Morgan Sloan almost walked away from music more than once. Instead, he kept coming back, thanks to the next song, a supportive community, and a passion for creating music on his own terms.
Jun 20, 2026
Valley Sounds Episode 420: Netty B
Local rapper Nettie B hosts Valley Sounds to share her inspiring journey from homelessness to becoming one of Huntsville's rising hip-hop artists. Hear how a single open mic performance changed everything and why she believes music can help others find their own strength.
Jun 13, 2026
Valley Sounds Episode 419 – The Alabama Heathens
The Alabama Heathens step into the guest host chair on Valley Sounds, sharing the stories behind their musical beginnings, life on the road, and the journey that brought the band together.
Jun 6, 2026
Valley Sounds Episode 418: Poor Rover
The members of Poor Rover come from diverse musical backgrounds, but a shared love of storytelling and acoustic music brought them together. The Huntsville-area trio shares the story behind the band, their creative process, and the inspiration for their original music.
May 30, 2026
Valley Sounds Episode 417
Michael Goldsmith joins us to share the stories behind Buzzard’s Shadow, a heartfelt new record rooted in what he calls “Alabama Americana.”
May 23, 2026
Valley Sounds Episode 416
The world’s longest-running Cigar Box Guitar Festival returns to Huntsville May 29–31 with live music, workshops, documentaries, vendors, and performances from Grammy-winning artists, all celebrating the handmade instrument with roots dating back to the 1850s.
May 9, 2026
Valley Sounds Episode 414
From emo influences and marching band to building one of Huntsville’s standout alt-rock bands, Jayne from Jayne and the Huntsmen opens up about the personal experiences that shaped her music. Hear how heartbreak, perseverance, and a love of storytelling helped create the sound behind Jayne and the Huntsmen.
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