Homegrown Rocker Playlist/Recap 12/14/25 (Dr. Barry Atticks/Lilla Jul Rockeband)

Recap of the December 14 edition of 'The Homegrown Rocker' radio show featuring guest Dr. Barry Atticks and music from Lilla Jul Rockeband.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The December 14 edition of 'The Homegrown Rocker' radio show featured an interview with Dr. Barry Atticks, director and creator of the Clair Brothers Music Business Technology major at Millersville University and director of the Lilla Jul Rockeband, a Christmas rock band comprised of Millersville music students. The show also played holiday-themed songs from Lilla Jul Rockeband, as well as new music from Memory Collector, Andy Mowatt, and Balistic. A 2011 track from The Embalmed was featured in the 'Local Music Flashback' segment.

Why it matters

The 'Homegrown Rocker' radio show highlights the vibrant local music scene in the region, showcasing original music from area bands and artists. The show's focus on holiday-themed music and interviews with music educators like Dr. Atticks helps promote the local music community and engage listeners during the festive season.

The details

The December 14 edition of 'The Homegrown Rocker' featured an interview with Dr. Barry Atticks, who discussed his work at Millersville University and the Lilla Jul Rockeband, a Christmas rock band he directs that is comprised of Millersville music students. The show played several holiday-themed songs from Lilla Jul Rockeband, including 'O Come Emmanuel,' 'Love to Give,' 'Winter Blitz 1799: 12th Night,' and 'Jolakotturinn (Icelandic Yule Cat).' New music from Memory Collector, Andy Mowatt, and Balistic was also debuted, and a 2011 track from The Embalmed was featured in the 'Local Music Flashback' segment.

  • The December 14 edition of 'The Homegrown Rocker' aired on Sunday night from 8 to 10 PM on Q94 Classic Rock and from 10 PM to midnight on 107.1 and 101.3 Jack FM.
  • The next 'Homegrown Rocker' Christmas Special will air on Sunday, December 21.

The players

Dr. Barry Atticks

Director and creator of the Clair Brothers Music Business Technology major at Millersville University and director of the Lilla Jul Rockeband, a Christmas rock band comprised of Millersville music students.

Lilla Jul Rockeband

A Christmas rock band comprised of music students from Millersville University, directed by Dr. Barry Atticks.

Memory Collector

A local band that debuted a new song on the December 14 edition of 'The Homegrown Rocker.'

Andy Mowatt

A local artist who debuted a new holiday-themed song on the December 14 edition of 'The Homegrown Rocker.'

Balistic

A local band that debuted a new song on the December 14 edition of 'The Homegrown Rocker.'

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