As we get set to launch the Steamboat Locals app and online platform in July of 2024, we are going to release weekly blogs that focus on the “Five W’s” – Who, What, When, Where, and most importantly Why . This week, let’s focus on…
What is Steamboat Locals?
Steamboat Locals is a hyper-local digital entertainment hub designed to foster community engagement, support local businesses, and preserve the unique character of Steamboat Springs. Our app and website serves as a place for residents (and those who wish they were) to connect to the vibrant community of this mountain town. Whether it is local radio, podcasting, blog content, email blasts, or social media, everything we produce is built and maintained BY locals FOR locals!
Key Components
- Mountain Vibes Music: We aim to play music you love from well known artists, as well as introduce you to new musicians that you should know about. All in all, we hope to bring positive mountain vibes to our community by way of great music. And, just like the people of the mountains, our music can’t be put in any one box or classification. Our station is defined by variety! You’ll hear Bluegrass, Alternative, Americana, Folk, Hip-Hop, Dub, singer-Songwriter, Local Musicians and more. More than anything, it will be music that considers what our local listeners want to hear!
- The only place where you’re guaranteed to hear at least one song per hour from a local musician
- The place to find music from bands that are playing our local venues, like Stings, the Free Concert Series, Snowbowl, Schmiggity’s, OTP, the Steamboat Ski Resort, and more
- And, other music that is locally relevant, but you’re not hearing on any other local station
- Local Podcasts: We live in a content-driven world, which has led to the increased popularity of podcasts. That’s why we’re proud to offer a wide range of locally focused podcast topics:
- Common Folk in the ‘Boat: Featuring notable locals who have had a large impact on our community
- Steamboat Sound Check: Intimate conversations with the artists playing local venues
- Steamboat Comedy: What do you get when comedians banter about local life? A “Best of the Boat” Podcast
- SnowAlarm Weather: A deep dive into our weather patterns
- …and more to come soon!
- Community Blogs: Found on our app and website, we work with incredibly talented local writers to tell engaging stories. Our blogs feature local legends, lore, and community interest pieces.
- Social Media, Emails, Events Calendars, and More: Through our many online channels, we will list and promote the very best of what’s happening in and around Steamboat Springs. From concerts & live music events, to local art exhibitions, charitable events and more, we will answer the question “What are Steamboat Locals up to this week?”… all clustered into one convenient place.
When launched, our aim is to help proud locals of our small community feel more connected through hyper localized digital content using internet radio, podcasts, written blogs and more. In a world that seems to be more divided by the day, we intend to provide an outlet for positive connection. Our goal is for people to turn to us as a source of entertainment not just because of our content, but also because it makes them feel more like a Steamboat Local.