Off Da Rock Radio

Dean Clarke

Our mission is to bring the best of Newfoundland and Labrador music to every listener, no matter the genre or era. From classic tracks that evoke memories to fresh releases introducing new talent, we celebrate the voices shaping NL’s music scene. Alongside the music, we feature interviews with singer-songwriters and key cultural figures, highlighting the people and stories behind the songs. Off Da Rock Radio is more than a show—it’s a celebration of NL’s music and culture. Listen every Monday night for the live broadcast on www.ckwr.com – 7 PM ET / 8:30 PM NT

  1. MAR 31

    Off Da Rock Radio — Show Replay - March 30-2026

    Another powerful night on Off Da Rock Radio, bringing together the music, voices, and real issues happening across Newfoundland & Labrador. 🆕 New Music Monday delivered fresh tracks from:Madeline, Gus Gustopherson, Bedroom Eyes, Wild Step, and Yes, Officer — showcasing the depth and diversity of NL music right now. 🎙 I also spoke with Colleen Power from CHMR, the student/community radio station at MUN, about the very real possibility of funding being pulled — and what that could mean for the future of a station that has helped launch and support so many voices over the years. 🚗 And a real talk conversation with Glenn Pardy about the ongoing issues in downtown St. John’s, where working people — especially musicians — are facing tickets and towing, sometimes leaving them feeling like they’re working just to pay the city back. 🎶 Through it all, the music carries on — from across all genres of NL, past, present, and future. 📻 Off Da Rock Radio — live every Monday night🕖 7:00pm ET / 8:30pm NT📡 FM 98.5 CKWR🌐 ckwr.com📱 Radio-Canada Player app 🎧 Streaming 24/7 on Live365 — the only station anywhere with nearly 5,000 Newfoundland & Labrador songs in rotation across all genres. No one else is doing that. https://live365.com/station/Off-da-Rock-Radio-a21157 ❤️ This is more than a show — it’s about supporting the music, the artists, and the community back home.If you care about NL culture, this is one you need to hear. 👉 Like. Follow. Share. Do your part.

    2h 1m
  2. MAR 24

    Off Da Rock Radio - March 23-2026

    Another jam-packed night on Off Da Rock Radio, bringing you the best of Newfoundland & Labrador music — past, present, and future. 🆕 New Music Monday was loaded with fresh tracks from:Emily Gladys, Jason Gill, Dram & a Draw, April Squires, and a big moment on the show — long-time listener turned singer-songwriter Jeremy Janes, making his radio debut. Love seeing that come full circle. 🎙 I also caught up with NL mental health advocate Glenn Roil, talking real conversations that matter and the importance of keeping mental health front and centre. 📻 Plus, we touched on what’s happening with CHMR, the student-run radio station at MUN, and a petition circulating for downtown St. John’s from the folks at NL LIVE Events — all part of the bigger picture of supporting music, venues, and culture in the province. 🎶 And of course — amazing music from across the spectrum of NL, spanning all genres, from the roots that built it to the new wave pushing it forward. 📻 Off Da Rock Radio — live every Monday night🕖 7:00pm ET / 8:30pm NT📡 FM 98.5 CKWR🌐 ckwr.com📱 Radio-Canada Player app 🎧 Stream it 24/7 on Live365 — the only station anywhere with nearly 5,000 Newfoundland & Labrador songs in rotation across all genres. No one else is doing that. https://live365.com/station/Off-da-Rock-Radio-a21157 ❤️ If you’re into NL music, support it.Like it. Follow it. Share it. Stream it. 🎧 This replay is ready — listen anytime, anywhere.

    1h 59m
  3. MAR 17

    Off Da Rock Radio - March 16-2026

    Another great night on Off Da Rock Radio, celebrating the music, culture, and stories of Newfoundland & Labrador. 🍀 With St. Paddy’s Day just around the corner, we rolled out the annual St. Paddy’s Day show, featuring nothing but Irish Newfoundland music from some of the incredible singer-songwriters the island has produced. From traditional roots to modern sounds, it’s a celebration of the deep Irish connection that runs through Newfoundland & Labrador and the music that continues to carry that spirit forward. 🆕 New Music Monday featured fresh tracks from:Robert Hiscock, The Way East, Barry Fitzpatrick, and Jason R Martin — artists continuing to push NL music forward. Their music is available across streaming platforms, so be sure to give them a follow and keep up with what they’re doing. 📻 Off Da Rock Radio airs live every Monday night🕖 7:00pm ET / 8:30pm NT📡 FM 98.5 CKWR🌐 ckwr.com📱 Radio-Canada Player app 🎧 You can also stream Off Da Rock Radio 24/7 on Live365 — the only station anywhere with nearly 5,000 songs from Newfoundland & Labrador artists in rotation across all genres. No other station can say that. https://live365.com/station/Off-da-Rock-Radio-a21157 ❤️ Supporting NL music means supporting the artists, the culture, and the stories behind the songs.Please like, follow, and share, and support the artists you hear by streaming their music wherever you listen. 🎧 This show replay is available anytime, anywhere on your favourite streaming platform.

    1h 59m
  4. FEB 24

    Off Da Rock Radio - February 23-2026

    🎧 Off Da Rock Radio — Show Replay Live Broadcast | FM 98.5 CKWR Another packed episode of Off Da Rock Radio, celebrating Newfoundland & Labrador music, culture, and community. 🆕 New Music Monday featured brand-new tracks from:Becca Bartlett and James Cutler — both available now on all streaming platforms. Be sure to follow them on social media and keep up with their latest releases. 🍻 I also had a great conversation with Angie Reid of the Dildo Brewery, talking about the upcoming International Women’s Day Festival, happening March 6–8 at the brewery. Even better — I’ll be heading home to host the event next weekend, and we’ll be live streaming on March 7 on Facebook and YouTube so you can be part of it no matter where you are. 📲 Make sure you’re following Off Da Rock Radio on Facebook and Instagram for full details, live stream links, and behind-the-scenes content from the festival. 📻 This episode originally aired live on FM 985 | The Sound of the Region | Classic Rock, broadcasting from Waterloo, Ontario. 🎙 Listen live every Monday night🕖 7:00pm ET / 8:30pm NT🌐 ckwr.com📱 Radio-Canada Player app🎧 24/7 on Off Da Rock Radio via Live365 — the only station with nearly 5,000 Newfoundland & Labrador songs in rotation across all genres. Off da Rock Radio - Free Internet Radio - Live365 ❤️ Supporting NL music means supporting the artists, the stories, and the culture.If you enjoy what you hear, please like, follow, share, and support the musicians by streaming their music wherever you listen. 🎧 This replay is available now — listen anytime, anywhere on your favourite streaming platform.

    1h 59m
  5. FEB 17

    Off Da Rock Radio - February 16-2026

    🎧 Off Da Rock Radio — Show Replay Live Broadcast | FM 98.5 CKWR This episode of Off Da Rock Radio features powerful conversation, remembrance, and new music from Newfoundland & Labrador. 🎙 I had the honour of speaking with award-winning mental health advocate Glenn Roil from NL. We talked about mental health awareness, real conversations that matter, and why continuing to speak openly can make a difference in people’s lives. ⚓ We also paid tribute to those who lost their lives in the Ocean Ranger disaster.On February 15, 1982, the offshore oil rig Ocean Ranger sank during a severe storm off the coast of Newfoundland. All 84 crew members perished, including 56 from Newfoundland & Labrador. The tragedy remains one of the worst maritime disasters in Canadian history and led to major changes in offshore safety regulations. In remembrance, we featured songs from:🎶 Eddie Coffey🎶 Clayt Butt🎶 Steve Sheppard 🆕 New Music Monday included two brand-new tracks from:Lucas Kettle and Randy Matthews. Their songs are available on all streaming platforms — be sure to follow them on social media, stream their music, and stay up to date with their latest releases. 📻 This show originally aired live on FM 98.5 CKWR, broadcasting from Waterloo, Ontario. 🎙 Listen live every Monday night🕖 7:00pm ET / 8:30pm NT🌐 FM 985 | The Sound of the Region | Classic Rock📱 Radio-Canada Player app🎧 24/7 on Off Da Rock Radio via Live365 — the only station with nearly 5,000 Newfoundland & Labrador songs in rotation across all genres. Off da Rock Radio - Free Internet Radio - Live365❤️ Supporting NL music means supporting the culture, the stories, and the people behind the songs.If you enjoy what you hear, please like, follow, share, and support the artists featured. 🎧 This replay is now available anytime, anywhere on your favourite streaming platform.

    1h 59m
  6. FEB 10

    Of f Da Rock Radio - February 9-2026

    Off Da Rock Radio — Show Replay - February 9-2026 Live Broadcast | FM 98.5 CKWR This episode of Off Da Rock Radio is packed with brand-new music and a major announcement for the NL music community. 🆕 New Music Monday featured fresh tracks from:Colin Spencer, Chris Hibbs with Jamie Stone, Lil Cheezie, Josh Janes, Jamie Taylor, Gus Gustopherson, Rodger Rowsell, and James Cutler. 📣 We also officially announced the dates for Showcase on da Rock 2026 — happening August 28–30 at the Bay Roberts Community Gardens. 🤝 This year, Showcase on da Rock has teamed up with The Newfoundland Embassy. The winner of their Embassy Idol competition will earn a 45-minute performance slot on the Showcase on da Rock stage on Saturday night.🏆 The winner will be announced March 9, and there’s still time to get to The Newfoundland Embassy and sing your heart out. 📻 This episode was broadcast live to air as part of Off Da Rock Radio, originating from Waterloo, Ontario. 🎙 Listen live every Monday night🕖 7:00pm ET / 8:30pm NT📡 FM 98.5 CKWR🌐 ckwr.com📱 Radio-Canada Player app🎧 Off Da Rock Radio on Live365 — the only station anywhere with nearly 5,000 Newfoundland & Labrador songs in rotation across all genres. ❤️ Supporting NL music means supporting the culture, the stories, and the artists behind the songs.👉 Please like, follow, and share — and support the artists by streaming their music wherever you listen. 🎧 This show replay is now available anytime, anywhere on your favourite streaming platform.#OffDaRockRadio #ShowcaseOnDaRock #NLMusic #NewMusicMonday #SupportNLMusic #NewfoundlandMusic #CanadianMusic #LiveRadio #FM985 #Live365 #MusicCulture

    1h 57m
5
out of 5
7 Ratings

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Our mission is to bring the best of Newfoundland and Labrador music to every listener, no matter the genre or era. From classic tracks that evoke memories to fresh releases introducing new talent, we celebrate the voices shaping NL’s music scene. Alongside the music, we feature interviews with singer-songwriters and key cultural figures, highlighting the people and stories behind the songs. Off Da Rock Radio is more than a show—it’s a celebration of NL’s music and culture. Listen every Monday night for the live broadcast on www.ckwr.com – 7 PM ET / 8:30 PM NT