The Grammy nominations are out, and it is an exceptional batch this year! The catagories had a bit of a change this year – a new collection of awards titled “American Roots”. I think they did a decent job. The … Continue reading →
Today, December 2nd, 2009, would have been the 104th birthday of Folkways Records founder Moses Asch, and 2009 marks the 70th anniversary of his first foray into the record business. Smithsonian Folkways is celebrating Moe’s birthday with the gift of … Continue reading →
Below is a note from Doug Yeager. It is still hard to believe that Odetta has left us. We were lucky to have been in her presence and to be blessed by the gifts she shared with us. Ron Olesko … Continue reading →
Photo of Ron Olesko at 2009 NERFA Formal Showcase courtesy of Neale Eckstein Where to begin. NERFA for 2009 has come and gone, and the music is still keeping a smile on my face. NERFA is the Northeast Regional … Continue reading →
My guests today were Arlon Bennett and Alice Leon. Arlon and Alice are participating in a Nashville-style songwriters-in-the-round session that is being held at the Turning Point in Piermont, NY (Kevin Briody will also participate.) Arlon and Alice shared their … Continue reading →
Congratulations to Hurdy Gurdy favorites Red Molly on their selection to appear at the 2010 Merlefest in Wilkesboro, North Carolina the weekend of April 29th through May 2, 2010. Red Molly will join host Doc Watson and a powerful lineup … Continue reading →
Barry Finn passed away on Friday October 16 at the age of 58. Barry was an amazing man. This video was made two weeks ago at a music gathering known as the Getaway. I first heard Barry sing at an … Continue reading →
I have been delinquent about posting my playlists for the last few shows. This has been due to a computer crash that began plaguing me this summer. It is amazing how I was one of the few people that actually … Continue reading →
Hi folks, Thanks to everyone who attended last weekend’s concert with Lou & Peter Berryman. It was a another outstanding evening and we enjoyed seeing so many new and old friends! Our next concert features Cheryl Wheeler and special guest … Continue reading →
MARY TRAVERS 1936-2009 Photo:Kevin Mazur Mary Travers has left us. After battling leukemia for several years, she passed away earlier this evening. I am truly at a loss for words. Her music, her passion, her beautiful smile, and most striking … Continue reading →
