For over 40 years, Ron has been a radio programmer with WFDU-FM in Teaneck, New Jersey. In 2019 he created www.FolkMusicNotebook.com - a 24/7 Internet radio channel devoted to folk music and is available worldwide. Ron created WFDU-FM's TRADITIONS in 1980, a show that he continues to host and produce every Sunday afternoon from 3 to 6pm Eastern Time. He's the president of and booker for the Hurdy Gurdy Folk Music Club in Fair Lawn, New Jersey, and is a regular contributor to Sing Out! as well as the host of the Folk Music Notebook blog on this site. Ron can also be found emceeing concerts and festivals around the NYC/NJ area.
James Lee Stanley will be my guest today (Sunday November 2) on Traditions. James, the true renaissance man, was born in Philadelphia, PA, and has been recording and performing since he was fourteen. He has toured consistently since he returned … Continue reading →
Here is a press release we received from the folks at Merlefest. Sounds like another amazing event! Perhaps it is time for me to make the drive to NC this spring!! WILKESBORO, N.C.–MerleFest 2009, presented by Lowe’s and slated for … Continue reading →
My guest today – Eric Andersen. The iconic singer-songwriter will be appearing at the Hurdy Gurdy Folk Music Club this coming Saturday – November 1st. I am also the president and booker of the Hurdy Gurdy. For more information, visit … Continue reading →
(Tune in to THE SESSION every Friday at noon ET over WFDU-FM 89.1 in the NYC/Northern New Jersey area or on the web at www.wfdu.fm) ARTIST Tune / Song ALBUM LABEL – WEBSITETheme: COLM O’DONNELL The Dublin Reel Farewell to … Continue reading →
(Tune in to THE SESSION every Friday at noon ET over WFDU-FM 89.1 in the NYC/Northern New Jersey area or on the web at www.wfdu.fm) ARTIST Tune / Song ALBUM LABEL – WEBSITETheme: COLM O’DONNELL The Dublin Reel Farewell to … Continue reading →
In honor of Columbus Day weekend, I thought it would be appropriate to feature music from and about Native Americans. It was also an opportunity to look back at the music of Peter LaFarge. His song “Alaska” started the show … Continue reading →
(Tune in to THE SESSION every Friday at noon ET over WFDU-FM 89.1 in the NYC/Northern New Jersey area or on the web at www.wfdu.fm) ARTIST Tune / Song ALBUM LABEL – WEBSITETheme: COLM O’DONNELL The Dublin Reel Farewell to … Continue reading →
(Tune in to THE SESSION every Friday at noon ET over WFDU-FM 89.1 in the NYC/Northern New Jersey area or on the web at www.wfdu.fm) ARTIST Tune / Song ALBUM LABEL – WEBSITETheme: COLM O’DONNELL The Dublin Reel Farewell to … Continue reading →
Why is it that politicians never bother listening to lyrics? Are they too busy trying to get elected that small details are beyond their comprehension? This should set off a few warning lights to potential voters. Once again, a candidate … Continue reading →
The 2008 International Bluegrass Music Awards were handed out last night (October 2) at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. The event, hosted by Del McCoury, was the 19th annual awards ceremony organized by the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA). The … Continue reading →
