Ann Delisi: BLKBOK shares inspiration behind his new album ‘9’
BLKBOK is a neoclassical pianist from right here in Detroit, whose career has taken him out on the road —...
Ann Delisi has been a part of the Detroit media landscape for more than 35 years. A Wayne State Music School grad and former WDET Music Host and Music Director (1983-1995), Ann returned to WDET in 2009 to host Essential Music, a program dedicated to exploring the history of music, creating a platform for Detroit musicians, discovering new music and listening to what is next on the musical horizon. As a broadcaster, music host and storyteller, Ann creates features that highlight iconic artists, landmark albums and has curated hundreds of shows. As an interviewer, she's talked with everyone from David Bowie to White House Photographer Pete Souza to Iggy Pop and her curiosity about the creative spirit led to the podcast series, Essential Conversations. Her passion for food and those who make it led to another podcast/broadcast, Essential Cooking, with her co-host, award-winning chef, James Rigato.
She is an accomplished voiceover talent and for 5 years, Ann hosted the Detroit Public Television program, Backstage Pass, a weekly arts and culture program highlighting Detroit's artistic community. She has donated her time to working with The Greening of Detroit, Karmanos Cancer Institute and other Detroit non-profits.
Former Police drummer Stewart Copeland reflects on his hall of fame career
Stewart Copeland — the composer, arranger and drummer for The Police — joined forces with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra to...
Don Was Reflects on 40th anniversary of the Was (Not Was) album ‘Born to Laugh at Tornadoes’
This year marks the 40th anniversary of Born to Laugh at Tornadoes, the second studio album from legendary Detroit band Was...
Avalon’s Jackie Victor reminisces on the bakery’s profound history in the Cass Corridor
One of my favorite places in the city of Detroit has been Avalon International Breads. Their Cass Corridor bakery has...
Ann Delisi: Detroit Free Press names Ladder 4 Wine Bar 2023 restaurant of the year
The Detroit Free Press announced today that Ladder 4 Wine Bar is the 2023 restaurant of the year. Located in...
Ann Delisi: Detroit Free Press reveals No. 1-5 best new restaurants
We're one day closer to learning the Detroit Free Press' pick for their 2023 restaurant of the year, which will...
Ann Delisi: Detroit Free Press reveals No. 6-10 best new restaurants and more
The Detroit Free Press announced the first half of their ten best new restaurants and more list for 2023. According...
Ann Delisi: Detroit Free Press announces Tallulah as Restaurant of the Year Classic
The Detroit Free Press officially kicks off the reveal of their 2023 Best New Restaurants list this week, starting with...
Ann Delisi: Previewing Detroit Free Press’ best new restaurants list with dining critic Lyndsay Green
The 2023 edition of the long-running Detroit Free Press Best New Restaurants list will be unveiled this week. I'll chat...
Essential Music: Joni Mitchell’s ‘Blue’ album turns 50
On June 22, 1971, Joni Mitchell released her fourth studio album titled Blue. At this point in her career she had...
Author Bill Loomis Explores City’s Past in “Secret Societies in Detroit”
Courtesy of the author Secret societies have a rich history in Detroit. In his latest book, "Secret Societies in Detroit,"...
Biology Major Turned Singer/Songwriter, Detroiter Madelyn Grant Releases Her EP “Purpose”
Like so many musicians who were born and raised in Detroit, it was the Motown sound that inspired Madelyn Grant...