Who Killed…Cock Robin?
“I, said the Sparrow, with my bow and arrow” Introduction There are at least two things I’m not going to do in today’s post. There are at least two things I am going to do. The first thing I am … Continue reading →
Stagolee: A Digital Compendium – “Stagolee, he’s still alive…” The 21st Century, Part 1
This is Chapter 5 of Stagolee: A Digital Compendium. See also Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3, and Chapter 4. Introduction The original idea for this post was to look at Stagolee in the 21st century, to see what’s happened to this … Continue reading →
Roots Musician Sid Selvidge Passes
(This post was originally featured on Mike Regenstreif’s Folk Roots/Folk Branches blog) I was deeply saddened this evening to learn that Sid Selvidge, the great Memphis folk and blues artist, passed away today after a battle with cancer. Sid had … Continue reading →
Happy 94th Birthday, Pete Seeger!
May 3rd is Pete Seeger’s birthday … and we’re pleased to be able to help celebrate his 94th with this brand new song written and performed by his sister Peggy especially for the milestone. Check out the song below … … Continue reading →
Seeger and Springsteen Inducted
Pete Seeger and Bruce Springsteen have been selected as two of this year’s nine Performing Arts–Criticism and Practice initiates into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. The Academy, founded in 1780, is based in Cambridge, MA, and represents a … Continue reading →
Upcoming Festivals: Early May
May!? Already? There’s a ton of stuff going on this weekend (Honestly, there’s probably a MayDay festival located within driving distance from just about anywhere!) But here’s a sampling of some fests of note! But before we begin, a reminder: … Continue reading →
Earl Pionke, Earl of Old Town Owner, Passes
Earl JJ Pionke, owner of Earl of Old Town folk club, has passed away. He was 80 years old, and had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Earl was known for his dedication to the music he loved, and was adamant … Continue reading →
Stagolee: A Digital Compendium – “They give him the road…” The 1920’s
This is Chapter 4 of Stagolee: A Digital Compendium. See also Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3, and Chapter 5 Introduction Our online compendium celebrating the great American folk song and tale “Stagolee” has grown now and, though I’m not … Continue reading →
Country Legend George Jones Passes
Country music legend George Jones, also known as “The Possum” has reportedly passed away today. This comes after reports came last week of Jones suffering from a fever and irregular blood pressure. Jones, 81, was in the midst of a … Continue reading →
May they all be well
Dave Van Ronk, Joan Baez, Leonard Cohen, Judy Collins, and Chad Mitchell(this photo looks a little off to me, I can’t vouch for its authenticity) As I mentioned in the first post this week, my friend, Cayce, put me up … Continue reading →