April 25: On-Air Folk Music Festival Live performances in the KALW studios from 3-8 pm; bluegrass and/or old time bands are featured from 6:30 - 8 pm.
May 2: Going to the Races It's Kentucky Derby day, so a good time to listen to bluegrass songs about horses and racing.
May 9: Back To Old Kentucky The location of the aforementioned event, and a place that has inspired dozens of memorable bluegrass songs.
May 16: Across the Tracks New releases and reissues.
May 23: Happy Birthday, Ken Irwin Le grand fromage of Rounder Records (the most important indie in the known world) turns 65, so let's celebrate with a listen to just a bit of the music he's produced and/or released.
May 30 & June 6: Gearing Up For Grass Valley Music from some of those taking part in the 34th annual Father's Day Festival, including Bill Clifton, Chris Stuart & Backcountry, Claire Lynch Band, Dailey & Vincent, Dan Paisley & the Southern Grass, 49 Special, The Grascals, Junior Sisk & Rambler's Choice, Stairwell Sisters, The SteelDrivers, and The Tuttles.
June 13: The Banjo’s African Roots An exploration that’s led to some interesting collaborations, including Bob Carlin & Cheick Hamala Diabaté, Jayme Stone & Mansa Sissoko, and Bela Fleck with many musicians on his “Throw Down Your Heart” excursion.
June 20 & 27: I'll Never Grow Tired Of You (No matter what you may do ...) Live recordings of the Stanley Brothers in concert during the 1950s and '60s. With guest co-host (and fellow Carter & Ralph fan) Todd Gracyk. |