Roads and Rails, Pt.1
Episode #26-25 airing 06-24-26
Wanderlust can become a serious problem if not treated properly. The best remedy is to get out there and travel! This week in part one of our feature we focus on great songs of the road and the long steel … Continue reading →
Squeeze, Pt.2
Episode #26-24 airing 06-17-26
On this edition of the Magazine, we’ll stretch from Ireland across to the Appalachians, with a stop at bluegrass, as we continue to mark Accordion Awareness Month. Tunes and songs from Louisa Jo (Lou) Killen, John and Phil Cunningham, Los … Continue reading →
Squeeze, Pt.1
Episode #26-23 airing 06-10-26
June is officially recognized as National Accordion Awareness Month in the United States. It was established in 1989 to promote awareness of the accordion, encourage people to learn about the instrument, and celebrate its contributions to many musical traditions. In … Continue reading →
Psych Folk, Pt.2
Episode #26-22 airing 06-03-26
On this episode we’ll conclude our two part-feature on psychedelic influences on folk music. We’ll hear classic selections from Pearls Before Swine, The Incredible String Band, The Grateful Dead, Peter, Paul and Mary and newer music from Lankum, Anna & … Continue reading →
Psych Folk, Pt.1
Episode #26-21 airing 05-20-26
The distinctive sound of the psychedelic era was not just a component of the rock music of the period; there was a good bit of folk music which was influenced by the times. That sound did not end with advent … Continue reading →
The Armchair Traveler, Pt.2
Episode #26-20 airing 05-20-26
We’ll conclude the revisit to our two-part travel feature with music from Mandolin Man from Belgium, Trio Mediaeval from Norway, Ladysmith Black Mambazo from Africa, Divanhana from Bosnia and many more. Find that comfy chair once again and travel the … Continue reading →
The Armchair Traveler, Pt.1
Episode #26-19 airing 05-13-26
The conventional wisdom is that history doesn’t repeat, it rhymes. With that in mind, we’ll revisit two programs from an earlier time of uncertainty, when traveling was difficult amid world and family situations. We can become armchair travelers and enjoy … Continue reading →
Outstanding in Their Field
Episode #26-18 airing 05-06-26
How do we know what has gone before in music and folklore? Musical explorers with reel-to-reel recorders and notebooks went out and found music, recording musicians and singers and storytellers to make sure the music kept going. For the record … Continue reading →
Finger Pickin’ Good, Pt.2
Episode #26-17 airing 04-29-26
This time around we share more fine finger-style music, with great players including Doc Watson, John Fahey, and Leo Kottke. We’ll also present some songs that use fine guitar playing to frame classic lyrics. Listen for lots more examples of … Continue reading →
Finger Pickin’ Good, Pt.1
Episode #26-16 airing 04-22-26
Fingerstyle guitar is one of the most personal of styles and we’ll hear some great players the next two weeks. A couple of recordings served as inspiration for these episodes of The Sing Out! Radio Magazine. Awhile back, Tompkins Square … Continue reading →