The words innovation and bluegrass don’t always go well together. However there have been some players who choose to play music that colors outside of the usual lines. We’ll explore some recent bluegrass innovators and offer a review of the … Continue reading →
On this program we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. The day is commemorated in Ireland as the anniversary of the death of St. Patrick, who brought Christianity to Ireland in the 5th century. Nothing in the Irish traditions features green beer … Continue reading →
On the show this week we’re offering something just a bit different. I grew up playing music during the late 60’s psychedelic era and this week we present Folkadelic, a collection of music new and old that pays tribute to … Continue reading →
This week on the program we continue with our occasional record review feature. Janis Ian has announced that “The Light at the End of the Line” will likely be her final studio recording – it’s been 15 years in the … Continue reading →
On the program we will listen this week to music in honor of Black History Month. In 1926 Carter G. Woodson, a noted African American historian, educator and publisher, introduced Black History Week. He chose February because it’s the birth … Continue reading →
This time around, we add a new occasional feature – a review and some selections from a recent recording. Starting off, the Bruce Molsky project “Everywhere You Go,” a collection of guitar tunes played by the fiddle and banjo master. … Continue reading →
This week on the program we conclude our three-part feature showcasing folk and country rock. We’ll cover a lot of ground, with selections from Little Feat, Cowboy, Paul Siebel, Emmylou Harris, Uncle Tupelo, The Jayhawks, Son Volt, Michael Nesmith and … Continue reading →
This week on the program we move ahead with part 2 of our survey of folk and country rock music. We’ll hear from The Byrds, Buffalo Springfield, The Dillards, Linda Ronstadt, Jack Tempchin, The Eagles and others. Wheels and a … Continue reading →
With the Eagles back on the road this year it’s about time to revisit folk and country rock music. This week on the program we’ll hear The Delmore Brothers, Hank Williams, Hank Snow, Buddy Holly, Buck Owens, The Everly Brothers, … Continue reading →
This week on the program we wrap up our summary of 2021 with some recordings that just made the deadline. Despite the pandemic the year offered some surprising and strong music. We’ll hear a mixed bag of songs from Johnny … Continue reading →
