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 Fresh Folk on Utah Public Radio, Saturdays at 8:00 p.m.
Fresh
Folk is a show of new releases in acoustic-based music, including folk,
blues, bluegrass and celtic. The locally produced show, hosted by Blair
Larsen, broadcasts every Saturday at 8pm, and is also available via podcast, or archived in .mp3 format. |
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On the show this week, I feature David Wilcox’s new album of music inspired by his travels around the country in an airstream trailer, as well as the latest from the talented duo, The Kennedys. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Andy McKee, Matt Nathanson and Shawn Mullins, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature the new album from the consummate songcatcher, Kathy Mattea, as well as the new release from the veteran troubadour, Joel Rafael. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Kris Delmhorst, Richard Thorne and Erik Balkey, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature the strong songs of Andrew McKnight’s latest album, as well as the captivating songs of the professor and singer-songwriter, Allison Downey. I’ll also play songs from new releases by Bob Barlow, Heidi Talbot, and Stephanie Corby, to name a few. 
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It's a night of bluegrass on the show this week, with featured new albums from the new group The Steeldrivers, as well as the fairly new sensation the Carolina Chocolate Drops. I'll also play tracks from new albums by Special Consensus, Dailey and Vincent, Rhonda Vincent, and Ricky Skaggs, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, you’ll hear the Western themed album from the legendary Cris Williamson, as well as the latest album from the former bookstore owner with a fabulous voice, Mae Robertson. I’ll also play songs from new releases by Gary Louris, Tom Paxton and Lee Murdock, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature the beautifully melodic music of the Weepies, as well as the meaningful and hopeful songs of Ellis. I’ll also play tunes from new releases by Tom May, Paul Thorn, Buzz Cason and Mike McGuire, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature one of my all-time favorite artists, Erica Wheeler, as well as a new discovery, the talented Joe Crookston. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Lynn Patrick, Bruce Piephoff, and a mini-children’s music set. 
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On the show this week, I feature the best of new releases from the world of Celtic music. You'll hear tunes by Ross Kennedy, The High Kings, Margaret Stewart, Lunasa and many more talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature the fun and edgy trio We're About 9, as well as the distinctly Southern sounds of Caroline Herring. I’ll also play new songs from new releases by Greg Laswell, The Whipsaws and Caren Armstrong, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature the lovely voice of Tracy Grammer and her new album, as well as the historical songs of newcomer Ben Bedford. I'll also play tracks from new releases by Brooks Williams, Ray Bonneville, and the Wood Brothers, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature the latest release from the golden alto voice and insightful pen of Carrie Newcomer, and the equally thoughtful and smooth baritone voiced Randall Williams. I’ll also play new songs from new releases by The Belleville Outfit, Amanda Shaw and Mando Saenz, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, get ready for a night of new blues tunes, with a selection of great songs from new blues albums by Eric Bibb, Adam Tanner, Dave Sadler, and a tribute to Fats Domino, to name just a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature new discs from talented veteran folk artists, Loudon Wainwright III’s album plus movie soundtrack, and Grammy winner Anders Osborne’s latest release. I’ll also play new songs from new albums by John McCutcheon, Pat Surface and ukulele artist Jake Shimabukuro, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature albums from newcomers to the folk scene – the emotive voiced Corinne West, and the storytelling singer-songwriter Steve Chizmadia. I’ll also play songs from new releases by Spook Handy, Peggy Seeger and Loreena McKennitt. 
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On the show this week, I feature a little treasure of an album by Canadian artist John Horrocks, as well as the personal and moving new release by Mary Gauthier. I’ll also play new songs from new releases by Tom Bolton, Nancy Cook, and Sweet Honey in the Rock, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, you’ll hear new releases from venerable old-school folk artists, starting with Si Kahn’s new disc called Thanksgiving and a celebration of Appleseed Recordings 10 year anniversary that features Pete Seeger called Sowing the Seeds. I’ll also play songs from newalbums by Ryan Adams, The Gougers and Eric Hansen, to name a few. 
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Get ready for an evening of Celtic music this week, with featured releases by fiddle champions Daniel and Amy Carwile, and the duo, The Cast, who bring a fresh approach to Scottish music. I'll also play songs from new albums by The Muses, Sylvia Barnes and the Glencraig Scottish Dance Band. 
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On the show this week, you’ll hear a collection of lullabies inspired by the Greg Brown song Down at the Sea Hotel, and a collection of entertaining novelty songs from Peter Mayer. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Levon Helm, Gabrielle Louise, and Debi Smith, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature the new release of beautiful covers from Deana Carter, as well as the latest from the Canadian country rock band, Blue Rodeo. I'll also play new songs from new albums by Joe Jencks, Dave Massengill and Tim Bertulli, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature new releases from two separate East Coast groups - sisters Nerissa and Katryna Nields and the band Virginia Coalition. I also play new songs from albums by Robert Hazard, The Bridge and Mesa Drive, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I play new songs from new releases by Martin Simpson, Holly Tannen, Lauren Lapointe and Richard Gilewitz, among other talented artists. 
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I highlight two extremely talented songwriters and singers on the show this week, with a feature of the new 5 disc collection from Emmylou Harris, and the latest powerful release from Jennifer Kimball. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Alastair Moock, Michael Jerling and Nathan Moore, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I’ve gathered up the best songs from recent bluegrass releases, with featured albums by Tony Furtado and Bill Emerson. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Merle Haggard, the Goin’ South Band, and Claire Lynch, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature the low-key gem of a CD that showcases the guitar playing and songwriting of Hans York, as well as uncommon songs from the new album by Rosemary Phelan. I’ll also play tracks from new albums by Chelsea Lee, Jon T Howard and Carey Creed, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature a career retrospective offering from Ani DiFranco called Canon, and the pairing of an unlikely duo, Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, who do make beautiful music together. You’ll also hear songs from new releases by Christine Lavin, Bruce Springsteen and Robin and Linda Williams, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature the music of Kentucky singer-songwrite Mitch Barrett, as well as the latest collection of Bob Dylan tunes from Columbia Legacy. I’ll also play new songs by Bill Staines, Rachel Ries and AJ Roach, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, you’ll hear the latest release from the powerful songwriter, Eliza Gilkyson, as well as the new disc from vocalist Raul Malo. I’ll also play tracks from new albums by Anne Hills, Norah Jones and King Wilkie, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature the new release from Kane Welch Kaplin as well as the transformational disc from Josh Ritter. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Richard Thompson, Bruce Robison, and Gill Landry, to name a few. 
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On the show this week I feature a slew of best-of collections from the Legacy vault, including albums by Porter Wagoner, Chet Atkins, Ray Price and Johnny Cash. I also feature the tribute album to June Carter Cash called Anchored in Love, and the delightful collection of covers by Rose Laughlin. 
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On the show this week I play the best in new bluegrass releases, with featured artists Purgatory Mountain and the Blue Highways compilation. I also play new tunes from the Steep Canyon Rangers, Buddy Greene and the Seldom Scene, to name a few. 
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On the show this week I feature an album of duets from the Killer, Jerry Lee Lewis, as well as the new release from newcomer Jud Caswell. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Luke Powers, Wil Maring and The Avett Brothers, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature the triumphant and powerful new album from the classy Linda Thompson, as well as the new anthology from another 1970s songwriter, Sandy Allen. I’ll also play new songs from new releases by Greg Lamboy, Doug Spears and Liz Carlisle, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature the gospel-soul music of Marc Broussard, and the latest from the Tennessee singer-songwriter Tia McGraff. I’ll also play new tunes from Steve Forbert, Jory Nash and Kim Richey, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature the powerful new release from Jimmy LaFave, a performer from the heartland with a talent for writing beautifully framed songs. I also feature the latest from the multi-instrumentalist band with great grooves and smart lyrics, Rani Arbo and Daisy Mayhem. 
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On the show this week, I feature recent releases in the blues genre, with highlights from former Jayhawks member Mark Olson and the great blues harmonica player Sugar Blue. I’ll also play bluesy tunes from new albums by Marie Knight, Michael Packer and Rob Lutes, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature the latest release from the captivating singer-songwriter Keith Greeninger, as well as a new album of Tom Russell songs covered by the likes of Eliza Gilkyson, Iris Dement and Jerry Jeff Walker. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Colby Rampton, Peter Karp and Terri Hendrix, among other talented artists. 
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Gear up for great bluegrass music this week with featured albums by longtime personal collaborators Ricky Skaggs and the Whites, as well as the debut release from the latest bluegrass supergroup, Grasstowne. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Curly Seckler, Bobby Osborne, and the Hackensaw Boys, to name few. 
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On the show this week, I feature the debut solo release from Martha Scanlan, a former member of the old time string band ReelTime Travelers. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Michael Tiernen, Page McConnell, Matt Nathanson and Dave Morrison, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature the new album from the former commercial jingle writer Brad Colerick, and the newcomer Arlon Bennett. I’ll also play tracks from new releases by Michael Johnathan, Austin and Elliott, and Thea Hopkins, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, you’ll hear the tribute album to Gene Autry done by Riders in the Sky, as well as an inspiring best of collection from Arlo Guthrie. I’ll also play new songs from Elana James, Neal and Leandra, and Gwendolyn, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, we’re still celebrating the holidays, as I play highlights from several new seasonal releases. You’ll hear holiday tunes from Eileen Ivers, Mindy Smith, Gypsy Soul and Barry McLoughlin, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, you’ll hear featured music from Minnesota singer songwriter Bill Isles, and from the Irish singer John McGlynn. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Caroline Aiken, Vince Bell and Alexa Wilkinson, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature the new release from the harmony drenched group, Po Girl, as well as an album of covers done by the Kennedys. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Mad Agnes, Bernice Lewis and Rachel Sedacca, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature the Canadian singer songwriter Mike Alviano and the energetic songwriter and multi instrumentalist from Virginia, Erin McKeown. I’ll also play songs from new releases by Andy Mac, Laura DeLallo, and Small Potatoes, among other talented artists. 
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It’s a night of blues music this week, with a selection of tunes from new releases by Watermelon Slim, Might Sam McClain, Rick Robbins, and David Bromberg, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature the debut CD from a slowgrass duo with great harmonies, the Gray Sky Girls, as well as the latest from the up-and-coming artist Adrienne Young. I’ll also play songs from new discs by Scott Miller, the Lenny Solomon Band, and Eric Andersen, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, you’ll hear the latest release from the gifted songwriter Mary Chapin Carpenter, as well as the latest from the talented duo of Siobhan Quinn and Michael Bowers. I’ll also play songs from new discs by Sugar Bayou, Kevin Elliott and Chris Proctor, among other talented artists. 
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It’s time to highlight the best from new Celtic music releases this week, with featured artists Donnie Munro and the fun Newfoundland band, Great Big Sea. I’ll also play songs from new releases by Robin Laing, Chris Stout, and Sandy Meldrum, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature the music of the mesmerizing songwriter from Central Virginia, Devon Sproule, as well as the lyrical imagery of the music by Joe Stanton. I’ll also play songs from Sunny Sweeney, Reid Jamieson, and Nathan, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature the best new releases in bluegrass music with featured albums from two very energetic and innovative performers, Laura Love and the band Cherryholmes. I’ll also play songs from new releases by Bradley Walker, Donna Hughes and the Dry Branch Fire Squad, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, you’ll hear the latest release from the newcomer who’s getting a lot of attention, Charlotte Kendrick, as well as a voice from the past with a new album, Sally Spring. I’ll also play songs from new releases by Greg Laswell, Bruce Piephoff, and City Fritter, to name a few. 
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Get ready for a night of blues on Fresh Folk this week, with the best selections from new albums by artists Bill Perry, Harper, Paul Gabriel, Jeremy Spencer and Hamilton Loomis, among other talented blues players.  |
On the show this week, you'll hear the new albums from folk-blues artist Kelly Joe Phelps, and Americana artist Chip Taylor. I'll also play songs from new releases by Catie Curtis, Kathy Mattea, and Libbie Linton, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature new releases from two talented artists who have been flying under the folk radar for far too long - Caroline Aiken and Cliff Eberhardt. I’ll also play new songs from The Pines, Randall Williams and Janet Bates, to name a few.  |
On the show this week, I feature the sweet sounds of the duo Scott and Michelle Dalziel, as well as the latest release from the very popular folkie, Amos Lee. I’ll also play songs from new discs by Roy Zimmerman, Sharon Goldman, and the Austin Lounge Lizards, among other talented artists.  |
On the show this week, I feature the latest release from the acclaimed Nashville band, Last Train Home, as well as the latest from the Canadian artist who now calls Texas home, Brock Zeman. I’ll also play songs from new releases by the Prairie Dogs, James Durst and Richard Ellers, to name a few.  |
On the show this week, I feature the new disc from the harmonious trio from Canada - the Wailin' Jennys, and the latest from Nashville singer/songwriter Radney Foster. I'll also play songs from new albums by Pat Wictor, Erik Balkey, and David Ross Macdonald, among other talented artists. 
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Get ready for bluegrass music this week, with featured albums by the new band creating a buzz, Cadillac Sky, as well as the latest from mandolin player and tenor, Don Rigsby. I’ll also play tunes from new releases by Jack Cooke, the Mark Newton Band, and David Davis, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature the young singing sensation Louise Setara, and the latest release from the compassionate and honest songwriter, Terry Kitchen. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Don Lyman, Dennis Doyle and Mack Bailey, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I highlight the best of the new blues releases, with featured recordings by guitar phenom Ed Gerhard and the Canadian powerhouse singer Roxanne Potvin. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Tommy Castro, Seth Walker and the Rounders, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, you’ll hear the surprising and harmony-driven new album from Chumbawamba, along with the new disc from Germany-based singer songwriter Mark Wise. I’ll also play songs from new releases by Sweet Wednesday, Emily Saxe and Lillian Lee, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, I feature two moving and personal albums from the accomplished singers and songwriters Lucy Kaplansky and Susan Werner. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Robert Linton, Sam Pacetti and Gabriel Valla, and Los Lobos, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week I feature the sounds of the rejuvenated Holly O’Reilly, and the compilation disc called Making Music Matter. I’ll also play songs from new releases by Jon Mosey, the Alternate Routes, and Josh Kelley, to name a few.  On the show this week, I feature the powerful new album from ‘under-the-radar’ artist Buddy Mondlock, as well as the moving release from river-rafter-singer-songwriter Alice DiMicele. I’ll also play songs from new releases by Jonathan Byrd, Michelle Featherstone and Michael Young, among other talented artists. 
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On the show this week, I feature new albums from Brad Colerick, who turned from writing music for commercials to make his debut release, and Vienna Teng, who left the world of software programming to become a highly regarded chamber folk artist. I’ll also play songs from new releases by David Brown, The Sons of Bill and the Roches, among other talented artists. 
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We kick it up a notch this week with new albums in bluegrass music from the oldtime music band The Wilders, and the 30 years running group, Special Consensus. I'll also play tunes from new releases by Larry Sparks, Uncle Earl and the Duhks, to name a few. 
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On the show this week, you'll hear the smooth California sounds of Sherry Austin, and the latest from the truly traveling songwriter Eric Balkey. I'll also play songs from new releases by Dave Crossland, Terry Flynn, and Andy Padlo, among other talented artists. 
It’s a blues themed show this week, with featured albums by Loretta McNair, and Maria Muldaur’s CD of Bob Dylan covers. I’ll also play songs from new releases by Grayson Capps, Dr John and Eddie Turner, among other talented artists.  |
On the show this week, I've lined up selections from great new Celtic music, with featured artists Enoch Kent and Natalie MacMaster. I'll also play tunes from new albums by Danny Carthy, Kevin MacLeod and the band North Cregg, among other talented artists.  |
On the show this week, I spotlight the long-awaited album from singer songwriter legend Mary McCaslin, and the debut collection from the great under the radar singer songwriters that make up the Yellow Room Gang. I"ll also play songs from new releases by Alison Krauss, Michelle Greene, and Greg Greenway, to name a few.  |
I highlight the best of the new releases in bluegrass music this week, with my featured artists NewFound Road and fiddler Michael Cleveland. I'll also play tunes from new albums by The Grascals, Doyle Lawson and Tony Trischka, to name a few.  | I focus on tight harmonies and smooth sounds on the show this week, with featured artists The Greencards, and Storyhill. I'll also play songs from new albums by Kenny White, Kacey Jones and Michael Johnathan, among other talented artists.  | On the show this week, you'll hear the debut release from Flying Karamozov Brothers member and talented singer/songwriter, Mark Ettinger, as well as the third CD from mesmerizing performer Dayna Kurtz. I'll also play songs from new albums by Chris Rosser, Anne McCue, and Abbie Gardner, to name a few.  |
On the show this week, you'll hear the sophomore release from Mindy Smith, as well as the cozy harmonies of the trio The Be Good Tanyas. I'll also play songs from new releases by Dan Bern, Nanci Griffith and the Barenaked Ladies, among other talented artists.  |
This week, you'll hear the new album of influential covers from James Keelaghan, and the delicate songs from newcomer Anais Mitchell. I'll also play songs from new releases by Anne and Pete Sibley, Ann Reed, and Cormac McCarthy, to name a few.  On the show this week, you'll hear a collection of southern gospel from John Carter Cash, son and June and Johnny, as well as the latest from folk icon Janis Ian. I'll also play songs from new releases by John Gorka, Ellis Paul and Jen Cass, to name a few.  |
On the show this week, you'll hear two compilations of Americana music, so you can finally say you know what it sounds like. I'll also play songs from new releases by David Wilcox, Shannon McNally, and JP Jones, among other talented artists. |
On the show this week, you'll hear the new albums from folk-blues artist Kelly Joe Phelps, and Americana artist Chip Taylor. I'll also play songs from new releases by Catie Curtis, Kathy Mattea, and Libbie Linton, to name a few.  |
On the show this week, I visit some recent releases from the world of bluegrass and feature the music of Old Crow Medicine Show, and Nothin' Fancy. I'll also play tunes from new albums by Ricky Skaggs, Riley Baugus, and the John Cowan Band.  |
On the show this week, I feature the latest album from the harmonizing trio of sisters, the Burns Sisters, as well as the unblinkingly honest songs of Will Kimbrough. I'll also play tunes from new releases by Carbon Leaf, Christine Lavin and Ani DiFranco, among other talented artists.  |
There's a bit of a Utah theme on the show this week, with featured artist Marv Hamilton and a song from Cosy Sheridan and another song about Utah. I'll also feature the vocal stylings of the group Hem, along with songs from new albums by Ben Taylor and Joshua Radin.  |
There's something to warm you up and get you moving on the show this week, with features from David Hyams, a Celtic musician from Australia, and the new 3 disc release highlighting the best music from the celtic label Greentrax. I'll also play tunes from new releases by Kathleen MacInnes, Kim Robertson, and the McCalmans, to name a few.  |
On the show this week, I feature the latest album from guitar master and singer/songwriter Carl Tosten, as well as a family recording from Putumayo called Folk Playground. I'll also play songs from new releases by Allison Moorer, David LaMotte, and Deborah Holland, to name a few.  |
On the show this week, you'll hear the resonant music of the New York quintet Ollabelle, as well as the new album from professional blackjack player turned folksinger Darryl Purpose. I'll also play songs from new releases by the Wailin' Jennys, Joan Osborne, and Mieka Pauley, to name a few.  |
On the show this week, I think you'll enjoy the rich vocal stylings of Sloan Wainwright, as well as the poetic songs of the legendary David Mallett. I'll also play songs from new albums by Guy Clark, The Little Willies and Stacey Board, to name a few. |
On the show this week, I feature the new disc from the harmonious trio from Canada - the Wailin' Jennys, and the latest from Nashville singer/songwriter Radney Foster. I'll also play songs from new albums by Pat Wictor, Erik Balkey, and David Ross Macdonald, among other talented artists.  |
I'm starting out the new year with a touch of the blues on this week's show. I feature new albums from Toby Walker, Geoff Achison and Jeanne Lozier. I'll also play tracks from new discs by Bonnie Bramlett, T Bone Burnett and Sue Foley, to name a few.  It is time for my annual sampling of holiday releases, and this week I feature new albums from James Taylor, Sarah McLachlan, and Celtic Women. I also play songs from Al Petteway and Amy White, Stephanie Davis and Rhonda Vincent, to name a few.  |
If you have a hankering for Texas music, you'll want to hear this week's show. I feature a new collection called Texas Unplugged, in addition to the latest from Kieran Kane and Kevin Welch. I'll also play songs from other Texans including Eric Hanke, The Derailers and the Lucky Tomblin Band.  |
On the show this week, I feature an album of amazing previously unrecorded songs covered by the great Slaid Cleaves, and the new album from the Canadian singer/songwriter Rob Heath. I'll also play songs from new discs by Lux Land, Peter Ostroushko and Sara Softich, to name a few.  On the show this week, I feature the latest releases from 2 fabulous songwriters - Tom Kimmel and Josh Ritter. I think you'll be blown away by their poetic writing. I'll also play songs from new discs by Greg Brown, Serena Ryder, Kris Delmhorst and other talented artists.  This week on Fresh Folk, I feature the live collection from the Musicians Against Childhood Cancer bluegrass festival, and the latest release from banjo player Mark Schatz. I'll also play tunes from new discs by Sam Bush, Bryan Sutton and Del McCoury, to name a few.  |
This week's show will feature the latest from Nashville based Darrell Scott, and the New York band, The Mammals. You'll also hear songs from new discs by Chuck Pyle, Peter Mulvey, and Jeffrey Foucault, among other talented artists. 
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This week I will feature the latest releases from two of today's most powerful singer-songwriters, Mark Erelli and Antje Duvekot. I'll also play songs from new albums by Bruce Cockburn, Todd Snider, and the Dixie Chicks. |
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