Tonight, on The Sound we get into the latest album from local Winona band Afflatus, titled: Painted Turtle. Afflatus is an alternative band made up of several talented local artists, taking the driftless by storm with their music and mission. They have released several albums over the last decade, and the hits keep coming with their latest release, "Painted Turtle". The group's sound have filled this album with sounds from the driftless, giving an appreciation the the nature that surrounds us. I’m Annika Bakkum-Ekern saying sit back, kick back and enjoy the sweet sounds of nature, as we listen to 'Painted Turtle' by Afflatus, tonight on The Sound. Original air date: 07/30/25 The Sound is written and produced by KQAL 89.5FM on the campus of Winona State University. The Sound is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.