SUNDAY FEBRUARY 10Donovan – 1946Michael Fracasso – 1952MONDAY FEBRUARY 11Josh White – 1914Josh Dunson – 1941Priscilla Herdman – 1948TUESDAY FEBRUARY 12Boudleaux Bryant – 1920Red Allen – 1930Robin Batteau – 1948WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 13Jerry Epstein – 1932THURSDAY FEBRUARY 14 (Valentine’s Day)Eric Andersen … Continue reading →
Last evening, Bruce “Utah” Phillips posted a new podcast with an additional update on his medical treatment. With his doctors consultation, Utah has decided that he will not be receiving a heart transplant. He will be receiving treatment at home, … Continue reading →
I received a note from folksinger Mark Ross. Mark is a member of the Rose Tattoo with Bruce “Utah” Phillips. As you probably know, Utah is in the hospital receiving care for his weak heart and is on the list … Continue reading →
< – The Dave Rowe Trio relaxing after an outstanding performance at the Hurdy Gurdy in Fair LawnWhat an evening at the Hurdy Gurdy! Outstanding performances from the Dave Rowe Trio and Caroline Doctorow! Another well-attended concert at our new … Continue reading →
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 3Melanie – 1947WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 6 – Ash WednesdayBob Marley – 1945THURSDAY FEBRUARY 7 – Chinese New YearDock Boggs – 1898 (also died on this day in 1971)Benjamin Botkin – 1901Oscar Brand – 1920Lee Murdock – 1953FRIDAY FEBRUARY 8Tom … Continue reading →
Here is a press release, released by the Ron Paul 2008 Presidential Campaign Committee: January 29, 2008 1:09 pm ESTLegendary Singer-Songwriter Arlo Guthrie Endorses Ron Paul for President“Dr. Paul is the only candidate… who would have signed the Constitution” ARLINGTON, … Continue reading →
It is always troubling when an institution has to suspend operations. Clubs, coffeehouses, festivals, record labels – any portion of our folk community that was once a vibrant link and can no longer operate is a cause of concern. This … Continue reading →
XM CHANNEL 15’s “VILLAGE LIBERATION”First broadcast January 29, 2008 (rebroadcast on February 1, 2008)Host: Ron Olesko ARTIST Tune / Song ALBUM LABEL – WEBSITE* THEME – HARVEY REID Slipped Through My Hand Solo Guitar Sketchbook Woodpecker Records – www.woodpecker.com … Continue reading →
On the anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns, we held a “Burns Brunch”, including the haggis! (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 … Continue reading →
The playlist for my XM guest appearance on “Village Liberation” has been posted here in the playlist section of the blog, along with playlists for my WFDU programs. The rebroadcast for “Village Liberation” can be heard on XM Channel 15 … Continue reading →
