Folk music and journalism has taken a significant hit. The Boston Globe, a long-time supporter of the folk music scene, has restructured their arts section and dropped writer Scott Alarik. Since 1986, Scott’s stories have appeared in the paper with … Continue reading →
My guest today was James Lee Stanley – it is always a treat to chat with him! Today was part one of a two part preview of the NY Eisteddfod Festival, taking place November 14 – 17 in Queens. (Tune … Continue reading →
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 →
