Psych Folk, Pt.2
Episode #26-22 airing 06-03-26
On this episode we’ll conclude our two part-feature on psychedelic influences on folk music. We’ll hear classic selections from Pearls Before Swine, The Incredible String Band, The Grateful Dead, Peter, Paul and Mary and newer music from Lankum, Anna & … Continue reading →
Psych Folk, Pt.1
Episode #26-21 airing 05-20-26
The distinctive sound of the psychedelic era was not just a component of the rock music of the period; there was a good bit of folk music which was influenced by the times. That sound did not end with advent … Continue reading →
The Armchair Traveler, Pt.2
Episode #26-20 airing 05-20-26
We’ll conclude the revisit to our two-part travel feature with music from Mandolin Man from Belgium, Trio Mediaeval from Norway, Ladysmith Black Mambazo from Africa, Divanhana from Bosnia and many more. Find that comfy chair once again and travel the … Continue reading →
The Armchair Traveler, Pt.1
Episode #26-19 airing 05-13-26
The conventional wisdom is that history doesn’t repeat, it rhymes. With that in mind, we’ll revisit two programs from an earlier time of uncertainty, when traveling was difficult amid world and family situations. We can become armchair travelers and enjoy … Continue reading →
Outstanding in Their Field
Episode #26-18 airing 05-06-26
How do we know what has gone before in music and folklore? Musical explorers with reel-to-reel recorders and notebooks went out and found music, recording musicians and singers and storytellers to make sure the music kept going. For the record … Continue reading →
Finger Pickin’ Good, Pt.2
Episode #26-17 airing 04-29-26
This time around we share more fine finger-style music, with great players including Doc Watson, John Fahey, and Leo Kottke. We’ll also present some songs that use fine guitar playing to frame classic lyrics. Listen for lots more examples of … Continue reading →
Finger Pickin’ Good, Pt.1
Episode #26-16 airing 04-22-26
Fingerstyle guitar is one of the most personal of styles and we’ll hear some great players the next two weeks. A couple of recordings served as inspiration for these episodes of The Sing Out! Radio Magazine. Awhile back, Tompkins Square … Continue reading →
Swing Time!
Episode #26-15 airing 04-15-26
When we think of swing music, visions of Big Bands from the 1930s and 1940s usually come to mind. Although most of the Big Bands are gone, the musical style is still very much in vogue. This week we’ll listen … Continue reading →
Happy Birthday, Pete! (Pt.2)
Episode #26-14 airing 04-08-26
This week we conclude our birthday celebration for Pete Seeger with a survey of more recent interpretations of some of Pete’s best songs and some newer recordings by Pete. We’ll hear Judy Collins, John McCutcheon, The Malvinas. Dave Fry and … Continue reading →
Happy Birthday, Pete! (Pt.1)
Episode #26-13 airing 04-01-26
This week we begin a two-part feature in celebration of Pete Seeger’s birthday. In his 94 years he introduced us to a peaceful way of life, strength and stamina and some of the finest music yet produced in the United … Continue reading →