I am very fond of music that pushes the envelope, that is I enjoy when musicians leave their comfort zone and take their music in new directions. This weekâs program is entitled Name That Tune and features players who are … Continue reading →
Preview of a new 2-CD set honoring Ewan MacColl and WFDU-FMâs TRADITIONS Playlist for September 13, 2015 Â This weekâs show featured a spotlight on a new CD collection that celebrates one of the folk revivalâs most influential artists in … Continue reading →
[soundcloud url=âhttps://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/150157600âł params=âauto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=trueâ width=â100%â height=â450âł iframe=âtrueâ /] Hailing from New Hampshire, the duo of Miss Maybell and Slimpickinâs take 1920s nostalgia past their period attire and into a genuine affection for the music of the era. While they focus primarily … Continue reading →
The purity of the unaccompanied human voice is one of the most beautiful sounds. Songs sung without accompaniment or a capella have a long history in folk music. You donât need an instrument to make beautiful music whether youâre working … Continue reading →
And the TRADITIONS Playlist for September 6, 2015 Glancing at the calendar on my phone just a few minutes after the âOn Airâ light flicked on, I came to the realization that this week marks the 40th anniversary of my … Continue reading →
Today is Labor Day in the U.S. and Canada. Our song this week is not a murder ballad proper, but I felt drawn to write about it because it portrays the sacrifices and risks of working. Just as my friend, Maureen, mentioned a few … Continue reading →
[soundcloud url=âhttps://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/74225912âł params=âauto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=trueâ width=â100%â height=â450âł iframe=âtrueâ /] Folkfinds has hit Scandinavian old-time before, but our visit to Jesper Deleuran marks our first time in Denmark. Jesper is an old-time enthusiast with a command of several instruments, an eclectic repertoire of … Continue reading →
In celebration of Labor Day this weekâs program dedicated to the American Labor Force. A recent Associated Press survey found 58% of American Adults approve of Labor Unions. This is the highest level since 2008 when 59% supported the establishment … Continue reading →
[soundcloud url=âhttps://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/162570562âł params=âauto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=trueâ width=â100%â height=â450âł iframe=âtrueâ /] Loran Otzer is a talented though humble Italian sing-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist equally enamored of country, pop, folk, bluegrass and Celtic music. His quirky lo-fi productions frequently call all those to mind, but filtered … Continue reading →
This week we complete our two week feature focusing on tribute recordings. Weâll hear tributes to Muddy Waters and Sister Rosetta Tharpe. Weâll also pay tribute to the late John Martyn and John Stewart and finish up with a short … Continue reading →
