Someone once said that the four most beautiful words in the English language are “Pitchers and catchers report.” He was a big fan! Songs about baseball capture some of the spring joy in this edition of the podcast. We’ll hear … Continue reading →
It sometimes seems that there’s not an abundance of great instrumental recordings around today. It takes quite a bit more talent and compositional ability to construct a recording that’s varied and interesting; the project should be a cohesive creation and … Continue reading →
There has usually been an abundance of singer-songwriters on the folk music scene. Many are quite talented but in this age of self-produced recordings many are less so. But there is not is an abundance of great instrumental recordings. It … 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 →
This week on the program we conclude our two-part feature, Songs for Woody. We hear a variety of Woody’s tunes performed by Chris Thile, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Ry Cooder, Martin Simpson and others. We’ll also hear a great song … Continue reading →
On this week’s episode we conclude our two-part feature – Songs for Woody. We’ll hear a variety of Woody’s tunes performed by Chris Thile, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Ry Cooder, Martin Simpson and many more. We’ll also hear a great … Continue reading →
As I get older, I notice the apparent “graying” of the folk music audience. As soon as I label myself a “moldy fig,” a great new young artist gets my attention.This week on the SORM we’ll feature some young musicians … Continue reading →
& WFDU-FM’s TRADITIONS Playlist for May 1, 2016 Since WFDU-FM held our February fund drive, I’ve been thinking about the future of radio and folk music. Not to worry, I’m fine. Even though the show did not do as well … Continue reading →
SIERRA HULL Weighted Mind Rounder Records www.rounder.com Innovation has long been an important part of the musical endeavor, and it’s often the first person to happen upon a new idea – rather than the … Continue reading →
Nickel Creek A Dotted Line Nonesuch 541944 www.nonesuch.com In the late 1990s, a trio of prodigiously talented teenagers emerged from the Southern California bluegrass scene into the national folk/acoustic circuit as Nickel Creek. Sean … Continue reading →
