Alyson Alonzo (they/them) is the host of Queer Vibes, a KRTU Indie Overnight show from 11pm – 12am on Sundays. Queer Vibes is the first and only radio show in San Antonio that provides an exclusive platform for LGBTQ+ artists. One of Alyson’s goals for the show is to continue to build up the LGBTQ+ KRTU library through research of new local, national, and international artists.

Alyson generally likes to play R&B and rap on the show because these genres express a message through storytelling. Queer Vibes includes all facets of independent music. They first started listening to KRTU in high school and became involved as a volunteer host when former host and originator of the Queer Vibes program, Chris Conde, stepped down from the position. Alyson wanted to get involved to continue the work Chris started with the show and keep that LGBTQ+ platform alive.

They have been an active member of the Texas music scene for over 14 years and got involved by going to Austin’s SXSW music festival to discover new music. When remembering early exposure to the music scene, Alyson said, “I was just like Pac Man... trying to absorb all the new music I could.” This has helped them develop an appreciation of all genres of independent music.

Alyson is also a music producer and local musician. Currently, they are working on a solo electronic R&B project and finishing up an album. Alyson will be doing a live stream concert at a mysterious secret location soon, and will release details through social media. When asked about hopes for the future of Queer Vibes, they said, “I hope, one day, to fill the show with a few hours of local queer music… I hope this platform gives more artists around the city the confidence to be out and proud.”

““KRTU is honored to host Queer Vibes on 91.7. Both Chris and Alyson have brought a great deal of inclusion to our airwaves and our community by highlighting music from LGBTQIA artists. With their leadership and discerning taste, we learn about new and important artists, past and present! We’re looking forward to welcoming back Alyson to the airwaves very soon.””

— General Manager, JJ Lopez

Queer Vibes Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5u9KttLJiDTilLiEmOkrx3?si=TnqZgqucTRybi79zmqiMtA

Alyson’s Favorites ATM:

Cumbia Sobre el Mar - Quantic

https://open.spotify.com/track/0xi0Z6QaaoeHWPahfTiISG?si=QmBc0zAATe-flq_Qm0eY0Q

Rare tsundere III - Prod By Rose

https://open.spotify.com/album/0Kcbd4SZsN10oyzBW7O049?si=hwc7HC-cR2iomSoYHmsemw

Dua Saleh - Body Cast

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=QpYjTTbLzu8

IG:

@queervibes91.7

@alyson.alonzo