Skate.FM is a non-profit digital broadcast and archival platform dedicated to the preservation of roller skating culture. We focus on the high-energy foundations of the rink experience: Rink Classics, Miami Bass, Freestyle, and Old School music. Based in Central Florida, our mission is to provide a global stage for the music and the moves that define the hardwood.
We believe in the power of authentic, human-created music and art. In an era of algorithmic noise, Skate.FM serves as a curated sanctuary for the skating community, blending modern high-performance technology with the soul of the 80s retro and synthwave aesthetic.
The Skate.FM ecosystem is built on a high-performance stack designed for stability and broadcast excellence:
- Frontend: React 19 deployed on Vercel for lightning-fast delivery.
- Backend: Firebase for real-time listener engagement and metadata synchronization.
- Infrastructure: Enterprise-grade Proxmox virtualization running on AMD Ryzen hardware.
- Broadcast: Fine-tuned Icecast streams optimized for stability across mobile and desktop environments.
Skate.FM is guided by a team of lifelong skaters, DJs, and community organizers:
- Wayne Bundy (DJ Ascendance): President & Founder
- Ken Brandenburg (DJ Kenny B): DJ & Mentor
- TJ Dubois: Founder of Jamphysics & Treasurer
- Kay Helmer: Board Candidate & Industry Expert
- Joshua Karejwa II (DJ D4DDY): Curator, Skate Society Radio
- Sean Decker: Financial Advisor
- Angie Burkholder Blatz: Founder & Host of Heart2Shuffle
We don't just broadcast culture; we participate in it. Skate.FM is a proud supporter and organizer of:
- Heart2Shuffle: Our annual flagship event (August 7–9, 2026).
- Nash Bash Shuffle: Regional community highlights.
- Midwest Jam Fest: Live streaming and community engagement (May 1-3 2026).
As a public-facing repository, we welcome collaboration from the community. Whether you are a developer looking to optimize our Tailwind v4 components or a curator with a deep knowledge of Florida rink history, your input is valued.
- Code: Check our project-specific repositories for active issues.
- Curation: Reach out via our social channels to submit tracks or archival data.
- Support: As a 501(c)(3) focused initiative, donations go directly toward server costs and community event sponsorships.
- Website: Skate.fm
- Radio: (https://listen.skate.fm:8443/live) You can use any major media player or even your web browser to listen! (Or download the app!)
- Branding: Midnight Blue | Neon Pink | Electric Lime
© 2026 Ascendance Productions & Skate.FM. Dedicated to the floor, the wheels, and the funk.