“I think there are shades of political songs; some are more subtle and can be more effective for being subtle, for being more metaphorical. I’ve written a lot of songs like that, where it’s not really clear if it’s a … Continue reading →
WFDU-FM’s TRADITIONS Playlist for May 11, 2014 HOST: Ron Olesko There is a certain code among Folk DJs, perhaps an unwritten law, but whenever a holiday or anniversary of an important event occurs, we have been assigned the duty to … Continue reading →
Recently a friend remarked while I had produced some great instrument-focused programs I had never put one together featuring the flute. This week we’ll travel the world and listen to the flute in its many settings from the penny whistle … Continue reading →
Richard Thompson Don’t worry, that thing is definitely loaded. (Photo by Ron Sleznak) Whatever you do, don’t let Sidney lead you astray… I’m blogging today on short notice. The only reason I’m mentioning this to you is because the late … Continue reading →
WFDU-FM’s TRADITIONS Playlist for May 4, 2014 HOST: Ron Olesko When the show started, it was a rather windy and chilly spring day in Teaneck, New Jersey, and a little rain was also falling in the area. I’m not sure … Continue reading →
Music for families once known simply as kid’s music continues to be very popular. Many festivals devote one stage full time to family entertainment. Bring the Kids features some classic family performers including Pete Seeger, Tom Chapin and Peter, Paul … Continue reading →
Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino Pizzica Indiavolata Ponderosa Music & Art 101 www.canzonieregrecanicosalentino.net One of the best musical discoveries I made recently was this fantastic band from southern Italy. I attended two superb live concerts and … Continue reading →
Three Thirds Band Buffalo Skinner: Tribute to Woody Guthrie Three Thirds www.threethirdsband.com In the wake of the campaign surrounding the 100th anniversary of Woody Guthrie’s birth in 2012, it’s not surprising that a new … Continue reading →
Tom Brosseau Grass Punks Crossbill 025 www.crossbillrecords.com This brief 28-minute nine-track album is essentially a collaboration between a singer-songwriter, Brosseau, and a producer, Sean Watkins, who engineered and mixed the entire recording at his … Continue reading →
Tattletale Saints How Red Is the Blood Old Oak 003 www.tattletalesaints.com Guitarist Cy Winstanley and bassist Vanessa McGowan are New Zealanders, but met in the US playing jazz. On returning to New Zealand, they … Continue reading →
