In honor of Labor Day, I’ve collected some rare and better known songs about the labor struggle. Today many of us take for granted the great strides made by the labor movement, improving the lives of all workers. We’ll hear … Continue reading →
Folk Music has been allied with the Labor Movement for generations. This week on our program we’ll hear classic songs from such labor stalwarts as Aunt Molly Jackson, Emma’s Revolution, Si Kahn, John McCutcheon and many more including some surprises. … Continue reading →
In September of 1857, in a meadow about 300 miles south of Salt Lake City, a group of Mormon militiamen murdered 120 people. The victims were members of the Baker-Fancher wagon train, making their way from Arkansas to California. All … Continue reading →
WFDU-FM’s TRADITIONS Playlist for October 19, 2014 The spirit of the Rose Tattoo permeated today’s show. With the passing of one of the members of this nomadic collective of artists who shared a camaraderie with the traveling hobo, songs about … Continue reading →
BRUCE “UTAH” PHILLIPS 1935 – 2008 Bruce “Utah” Phillips passed away in his sleep last night. As readers of this website know, his health had been failing. Diagnosed with congestive heart failure a number of years ago, we all felt … Continue reading →
I’d like to share a note that I received from John Pietaro, a member of the alternative protest ensemble Flames of Discount, about this coming Sunday’s benefit for Utah Phillips:A BENEFIT FOR UTAH PHILLIPSSunday April 20, 2PM – 4PMRosendale Community … Continue reading →
I want to remind you that the broadcast premiere of “Pete Seeger: The Power of Song” will be next Wednesday, February 27 on the PBS series “American Masters” at 9pm ET. Click here for a preview. Jim Brown did a … Continue reading →
Last evening, Bruce “Utah” Phillips posted a new podcast with an additional update on his medical treatment. With his doctors consultation, Utah has decided that he will not be receiving a heart transplant. He will be receiving treatment at home, … Continue reading →
I received a note from folksinger Mark Ross. Mark is a member of the Rose Tattoo with Bruce “Utah” Phillips. As you probably know, Utah is in the hospital receiving care for his weak heart and is on the list … Continue reading →
