The acoustic form of the blues has never been as popular as it is today, perhaps as a reaction to the pandemic or maybe just as a style of music which is ideal for a single musician. We’ll feature music … Continue reading →
This week on the program we continue with our occasional record review feature. Janis Ian has announced that “The Light at the End of the Line” is her final studio recording, and she is now no longer touring. The CD … Continue reading →
This week we conclude our two-part episode, featuring Songs for Woody. You’ll hear a variety of Woody’s tunes performed by Chris Thile, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Ry Cooder, Martin Simpson and others; we’ll also highlight a great song for Woody … Continue reading →
When I was a teenager in Eastern Pennsylvania in the 1960s I was a dedicated reader of Sing Out! Magazine. I couldn’t always afford to buy a copy but the music store where I took guitar lessons let me read … Continue reading →
On the program this time around we celebrate my very favorite season – Autumn – with a collection of classic and recent recordings which bring to mind falling leaves and cooler temperatures. How about Ranchwriters, Judy Collins, Joni Mitchell, Martin … Continue reading →
Last week on our program we featured traditional musicians who have acted as mentors to younger players. This week we’ll focus on some of the musicians who have benefited from their attention. We’ll hear from Stephen Wade, Hannah Shira Naiman, … Continue reading →
For this episode, we feature some musicians who have acted as mentors to young traditional musicians. We’ll hear from Dwight Diller, Mike Seeger, Val Mindel & Emily Miller, Alice Gerrard, Norman Blake and many more. Dewey Balfa always said that … Continue reading →
In early September each year we celebrate Labor Day. Many in the United States consider Labor Day as simply the end of summer, forgetting the great contributions to our daily life that have occurred due to the efforts of the … Continue reading →
The words innovation and bluegrass haven’t always gone well together. However, there have been some players who desire to color outside of the lines. This week on the program we explore some recent bluegrass innovators and offer a review of … Continue reading →
Well, hurricane season is upon us, but so many recent storms and disasters are more devastating in nature. I’m thinking of a great friend who lives in Hawaii – and I was so pleased to hear that he was safe … Continue reading →
