The 19th Annual Folk Alliance Conference took place in Memphis last week. Last year the Folk Alliance began an awards program to honor achievement within the folk field. The awards recognize musicians, festivals, large and small venues, agents and folk … Continue reading →
Mark Spoelstra 1940 – 2007 Mark Spoelstra passed away earlier today at the age of 66. Mark had been suffering back pain that was mis-diagnosed as originating from years of guitar playing. It was discovered last week that Mark actually … Continue reading →
Tune in to THE SESSION every Friday at noon ET over WFDU-FM 89.1 in the NYC/Northern New Jersey or on the web at www.wfdu.fm ARTIST Tune / Song ALBUM LABELTheme: COLM O’DONNELL The Dublin Reel … Continue reading →
I receive approximately one dozen CD’s each week. Every now and then I receive a recording that reminds me of what first attracted me to folk music and why the music became an important part of my life. Jerimoth Hill’s … Continue reading →
I hate days that remind me I need to go on a diet. Whatever. Today is Fat Tuesday, a day where we think of the New Orleans and the great celebration, food and drink. The Mardi Gras celebration their dates … Continue reading →
HOSTs : Ron Olesko & Bill Hahn Final week of fund-raising!!! A big “thank you” to all of our generous donors! You help keeps folk music on the radio! If you did not make your pledge, please visit www.wfdu.fm … Continue reading →
Final Week of Fundraising! Thanks to everyone who made a pledge! Your help is greatly appreciated! If you did not pledge, there is still time! Visit our website at www.wfdu.fm to make a pledge online or send a check … Continue reading →
Fundraiser Week #2!! Our thanks to all of you who have made your pledge! HOSTS:Ron Olesko & Bill Hahn (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 →
I am not a fan of cold and snow. Maybe it is okay for a week or two, but for my tastes, it gets boring real fast. Many people tend to ignore the signs of cabin fever. I urge you … Continue reading →
The Folk Alliance will be holding their annual North American conference next week in Memphis. The annual conference had been a traveling circus for the folk community. The conference is now being held annually in Memphis, with a possible visit … Continue reading →
