When I was asked to become the booker for the Hurdy Gurdy Folk Music Club last year, a number of thoughts ran through my head. My first thought was fear – taking over the responsibility of booking talent for a … Continue reading →
A press release from the Folk Alliance: (Memphis, Tenn.) The North American Folk Music and Dance Alliance (Folk Alliance) announces banjo legend Earl Scruggs, blues revivalist the late Dave Van Ronk and manager/producer the late Manny Greenhill as recipients of … Continue reading →
With temperatures reaching 70 degrees in the NYC area this weekend, I had an urge to go to an outdoor festival! Pitch a tent, drink beer in a wax paper cup, visit the falafael stand, sit under a tree and listen … Continue reading →
(Tune in to THE SESSION every Friday at noon ET over WFDU-FM 89.1 in the NYC/Northern New Jersey or on the web at www.wfdu.fm ) ARTIST Tune / Song ALBUM LABELTheme: COLM O’DONNELL The Dublin Reel … Continue reading →
We’re kicking the New Year off in fine style! You can expect some great live music on Traditions this week!! On Sunday, January 7, I will be honored to have some very special guests join me in the WFDU studios. … Continue reading →
This Friday evening, January 5, the Outpost in the Burbs will be celebrating two special events. The Essex County coffeehouse is entering their 20th season AND a move to a new location! Starting this Friday night with a concert featuring … Continue reading →
Beginning on January 3, XM Radio’s “The Village” will begin weekly broadcasts of the “WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour“. Hosted by folksinger Michael Jonathan, the “Woodsongs Old-Time Radio Hour”, the radio program began several years ago after Michael recorded a CD … Continue reading →
