Meet UNLV Battle of the Bands champions Ghosts in the Rafters in this high-energy season finale of Behind the Beat. Recorded at UNLV’s Greenspun Hall, this exclusive interview dives into the band’s pop punk with breakdowns sound, musical influences ranging from Blink-182 and My Chemical Romance to Metallica, their songwriting process, upcoming EP I Feel It All, and what it felt like winning Battle of the Bands before gearing up for iconic performances like the Whisky a Go Go. Plus, hosts reflect on the growth of Behind the Beat, standout interviews, and building one of UNLV radio’s most engaging student-led music podcasts. A must-watch for fans of emerging rock bands, Las Vegas music, pop punk, student media, and behind-the-scenes artist conversations.

In Episode 6 of Behind the Beat, Chris, Ava, and Tony pull back the curtain on life inside UNLV’s student-run radio powerhouse, 91.5 HD2 The Beat. From Battle of the Bands hype and campus events to gaming bright spots, AI creativity, and behind-the-scenes station culture, this episode captures the energy of college media at its best. Special guest Canon joins the crew to share his path from middle school and high school video production to UNLV radio, juggling multiple student media organizations, surviving burnout, and finding his voice on air. It’s a fun, honest, and inspiring conversation about broadcasting, creativity, college life, and building your future in media—one show at a time.

Take a behind-the-scenes look at UNLV’s student-run radio station on this episode of Behind the Beat. The crew dives into campus life, previews the upcoming Battle of the Bands event, and sits down with newly elected Vice President Dartanian Williams to talk about his journey from military service to media production. From student leadership to live event planning, this episode highlights the energy, creativity, and opportunities inside 91.5 The Beat—Nevada’s top college radio station