David Gahr was easily one of the most iconic music photojournalist of our time, and certainly “the man behind the camera” for most of the images that captured the folk revival(s) from the late 1950s through to the 21st century, … Continue reading →
The Kerrville Folk Festival has announced the 2008 New Folk Winners, one of the most prestigious honors in contemporary folk music. These songwriters were among 32 finalists who performed during the 2008 Grassy Hill Kerrville New Folk Concerts on May … Continue reading →
Memorials to Bruce “Utah” Phillips as well as Eric Levine – a NYC folksinger and activist who recently passed away.. (Tune in to TRADITIONS every Sunday from 3 to 6pm Eastern Time over WFDU-FM 89.1 in the NYC/Northern New Jersey … 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 … 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-WEBSITE Theme: COLM O’DONNELL The Dublin Reel Farewell to … Continue reading →
BRUCE “UTAH” PHILLIPS 1935 – 2008 Bruce “Utah” Phillips passed away in his sleep last night. As readers of this website know, his health had been failing. Diagnosed with congestive heart failure a number of years ago, we all felt … Continue reading →
Saturday morning, May 24th, we received word that Utah Phillips — the great storyteller, songwriter, activist, raconteur, organizer, hobo and more — died last night at his home. Utah had been battling congestive heart failure which had forced him to … Continue reading →
XM Satellite Radio’s Channel 15, The Village, will be broadcasting live from the Kerrville Folk Festival this Sunday May 25th. The five hour broadcast will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Folk Alliance, an organization whose members include record companies, … Continue reading →
After self-releasing their first recording, The Angel Band’s second effort is their first on by Appleseed Recordings as well being their first recording produced by Lloyd Maines. “With Roots & Wings“ showcases the stunning vocal talents of the trio as … Continue reading →
Okay, I am a sucker for catchy song titles. When I glance at a CD, I usually listen to a title that catches my eye – perhaps a clever phrase, an intriguing subject, or just something different. When I received … Continue reading →
