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Ep354 Pierce Edens
May 30, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBThe featured album is Stripped Down Gussied Up by Pierce Edens. Plus Chris Stapleton, Coco Hames, Willie Nelson, Rhiannon Giddens, John Moreland, & more. "Ep354 Pierce Edens" originated from Americana Music Show.
Ep353 Vandoliers
May 23, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBCountry rock from Vandoliers. Willie Nelson’s God’s Problem Child. Blues from Selwyn Birchwood. Soul from Don Bryant. Twang from Rachel Baiman & more. "Ep353 Vandoliers" originated from Americana Music Show.
Ep352 Lynne Hanson
May 16, 2017 08:40 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBLynne Hanson is the featured artist with two bluesy tracks from her Uneven Ground album. Plus John Moreland, Rhiannon Giddens, The Mavericks, Don Bryant & more "Ep352 Lynne Hanson" originated from Americana Music Show.
Ep351 Jake La Botz – for people who cry like they want to
May 09, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBThe lo-fi, blown-out R&B album Jake La Botz album, the Old Crow Medicine Show’s Dylan cover, the new soul album from Don Bryant, & the cowpunk Sarah Shook album. "Ep351 Jake La Botz – for people who cry like they want to" originated from Americana Music Show.
Ep350 for people who miss Pops Staples
May 02, 2017 11:53 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBI feature the new album from the North Mississippi Allstars. I’ve also got the Bob Dylan cover by Old Crow Medicine Show, a fun number from Jacob Robert Stephens and a newly released concert jam from the Grateful Dead that clocks in at over 16 minutes! "Ep350 for people who miss Pops Staples" originated from Americana Music Show.
Ep349 For people who are train wreckers
April 25, 2017 09:18 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBI’ve got an old school blues cover of Libba Cotten by Guy Davis and Fabrizio Poggi, honky-tonk from Matt Urmy, more country from that Jason Eady album, a hand clapper from Valerie June, rock & roll from Killbuck and the new string band album from Joseph Huber. "Ep349 For people who are train wreckers" originated from Americana Music Show.
Ep348 for people who aren’t afraid to look
April 18, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBAn early Leon Redbone track, a classic Percy Sledge tune, the new Tift Merritt album, traveling music from Marty Stuart, and the new Valerie June album. "Ep348 for people who aren’t afraid to look" originated from Americana Music Show.
Ep347 for people who live their lives in the rain
April 11, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBThe Plott Hounds' first live album, classic soul by Irma Thomas, the new Son Volt album, newcomer Amilia K. Spicer, and indie rock from Killbuck. "Ep347 for people who live their lives in the rain" originated from Americana Music Show.
Ep346 Malcolm Holcombe’s Pretty Little Troubles
April 07, 2017 04:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBMalcolm Holcombe talks immigration, family history, first world problems, and our purpose in marriage. Plus a preview of his Pretty Little Troubles album. "Ep346 Malcolm Holcombe’s Pretty Little Troubles" originated from Americana Music Show.
Ep345 for people who long for the good ole days
April 04, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 138 MBAmericana Music Show #345 features new music from Scott H. Biram. The Old 97’s, Brigitte DeMeyer & Will Kimbrough. A posthumous track from the legendary songwriter Rich Minus, and a brand new album from Malcolm Holcombe. "Ep345 for people who long for the good ole days" originated from Americana Music Show.
Ep344 Doc Fell & Co.
March 26, 2017 11:41 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBOn Americana Music Show #344, I feature three toe-tappers from Dust Bowl Heart by Doc Fell & Co. "Ep344 Doc Fell & Co." originated from Americana Music Show.
Rodney Crowell – Close Ties (Ep343)
March 21, 2017 21:24 - 18 minutes - 17 MBThree tracks from Rodney Crowell's Closer Ties album, his first new collection of songs in three years. "Rodney Crowell – Close Ties (Ep343)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Brigitte DeMeyer & Will Kimbrough together at last (Ep342)
March 13, 2017 12:49 - 15 minutes - 14.8 MBListen to some deep southern soul vibe from Brigitte DeMeyer & Will Kimbrough. "Brigitte DeMeyer & Will Kimbrough together at last (Ep342)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Pieta Brown sends musical postcards (Ep341)
March 12, 2017 13:27 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBPieta Brown sends ethereal, music postcards from far away places with the help of her friends. "Pieta Brown sends musical postcards (Ep341)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Bap Kennedy’s last feel-good album, Reckless Heart (Ep340)
March 11, 2017 10:17 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBThree tracks from Bap Kennedy's last feel-good album, Reckless Heart. "Bap Kennedy’s last feel-good album, Reckless Heart (Ep340)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Nathan Bell – I Don’t Do This For Love, I Do This For Love (Ep339)
February 25, 2017 13:35 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBNathan Bell tells stories about the unsung and the uncool from both sides of the white collar / blue collar divide on his album I Don't Do This For Love, I Do This For Love. "Nathan Bell – I Don’t Do This For Love, I Do This For Love (Ep339)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Nikki Lane – Highway Queen (Ep338)
February 24, 2017 05:00 - 15 minutes - 14.8 MBNikki Lane's Highway Queen is good driving outlaw music for your next elopement to Las Vegas, your next high speed getaway, or your next party on the back forty. "Nikki Lane – Highway Queen (Ep338)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Ryan Adams – Prisoner (Ep337)
February 17, 2017 05:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBComing to grips with Ryan Adams' Prisoner may be tough for people yearning for his past personas, but there's a lot to like in today's Ryan Adams. "Ryan Adams – Prisoner (Ep337)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Elvin Bishop’s Big Fun Trio (Ep336)
February 10, 2017 05:00 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBThese three tracks from Elvin Bishop's Big Fun Trio album are great examples of the old school Chicago Blues Elvin grew up with. "Elvin Bishop’s Big Fun Trio (Ep336)" originated from Americana Music Show.
The Felice Brothers (Ep335)
February 03, 2017 05:00 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MBI tell the story behind the death and rebirth of the Americana Music Show and explain the new format. Then I play four tracks from The Felice Brothers "The Felice Brothers (Ep335)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Road goes on forever…..
January 03, 2017 05:00 - 5 minutes - 5.54 MBThe Americana Music Show is ending, but the road goes on forever and the party never ends....... "Road goes on forever….." originated from Americana Music Show.
Best of Americana Music Show, part 2 (Ep333)
December 27, 2016 05:00 - 2 hours - 117 MBOn this episode I feature albums #27- #1. I’m gonna count them down on this episode so you can hear the best of this year’s americana. "Best of Americana Music Show, part 2 (Ep333)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Best of Americana Music Show, part 1 (Ep332)
December 20, 2016 05:00 - 2 hours - 113 MBListen to the honorable mentions and albums 40 - 28 from the Best of Americana Music Show 2016 list. "Best of Americana Music Show, part 1 (Ep332)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Becky Warren sings about coming home from the war (Ep331)
December 13, 2016 05:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBBecky Warren tells the sorta true story behind the story arc on her album War Surplus, talks about her solo career and plays three tracks from the album. Also on this episode, I’ve got a sneak peek at the upcoming Band Of Heathens album, some great rock & roll from Heath Green, Mark Porkchop Holder, & Matt North. Plus more new music from Blair Crimmins, The Crawdaddies, Pickxen and Les Claypool’s Duo De Twang. "Becky Warren sings about coming home from the war (Ep331)" originated from A...
Hymn For Her take it to the streets (Ep330)
December 05, 2016 12:25 - 2 hours - 110 MBLucy & Wayne from Hymn For Her play tracks from Drive Til U Die and talk about recording in an airstream, their inter-generational song, and where to get free coffee on the road. "Hymn For Her take it to the streets (Ep330)" originated from Americana Music Show.
The Good Intentions connect the dots of roots music (Ep329)
November 29, 2016 05:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBPeter Davies and Gabi Monk of the Good Intentions play three tracks from The Long Unbroken Line and talk about their songwriting, the appeal of Americana in the UK, and joy of house concerts. "The Good Intentions connect the dots of roots music (Ep329)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Owen Campbell takes it on the road (Ep328)
November 22, 2016 05:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBOwen Campbell plays tracks from Breathing Bullets and talks about his time busking on the streets all over the world and his US tour. I’ve also got the new Blue Rodeo album and the new Piedmont Melody Makers album. I’ve also got new music from Washboard Hank, & Tom Rhodes. I’ve also got more new music from Pete Sinjin, Jack Grelle, Becky Warren, and Seth Walker. "Owen Campbell takes it on the road (Ep328)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Cris Jacobs speaks on the alchemy of songwriting (Ep327)
November 15, 2016 05:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBCris Jacobs plays tracks from Dust To Gold and talks about creating a sense of immediacy in a song, what songwriters do, and his upcoming tour. Also on this week’s episode I’ve got that new album from Jamestown Revival, a track from that Adam Carroll tribute album. I’ve also got new music from Nathan Bell, Jeffrey Foucault, Tom Rhodes and Balsam Range. Plus I’ve got more new music from Jack Grelle, Courtney Granger, Southern Culture On The Skids, Hymn For Her, and a classic track from Uncle ...
Arty Hill lets the songs come to him (Ep326)
November 08, 2016 05:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBArty Hill plays tracks from Live: Church On Saturday night and talks about getting into country music growing up, his double band line up, and his songwriting secret sauce. Also this week I’ve got the debut album from Becky Warren, plus new music from Courtney Granger, Pete Sinjn and Wayne “The Train” Hancock. Plus I’ve got more new music from Aaron Lee Tasjan, Southern Culture On The Skids, Joe Rut, and classic tracks from Bruce Springsteen, Steve Earle, and the Allman Brothers. "Arty Hi...
The Walcotts create a live to tape vibe (Ep325)
November 01, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBTom Cusimano and Laura Marion play three tracks from The Walcotts’ Let The Devil Win and tell the story behind the band’s name and talk about what it takes to keep such a large band together. Also this week I’ve got the new Jim Lauderdale album, which makes me very happy. I’ve also got the new Jack Grelle album, the new Lawn Chair Kings album and the Aaron Lee Tasjan album. I’ve also got more from the Drive-by Truckers, Karen Jonas, Owen Campbell, Southern Culture On The Skids, and that St...
Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms sing like a classic country duo (Ep324)
October 25, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBCaleb Klauder and Reeb Willms play tracks from Innocent Road talk about the Portland country music scene, playing Prairie Home Companion, and singing like a classic country duet. Also this week I’m excited to add the 30th Anniversary reissue of Steve Earle’s Guitar Town album into rotation. I’ve also got the new Nora Jones album and more new music from the Drive-by Truckers, Shovels & Rope, Bruce Springsteen, a classic Howlin’ Wolf song, The Good intentions, and Karen Jonas. "Caleb Klaude...
Eli Paperboy Reed finds his way home to Harlem (Ep323)
October 18, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBEli Paperboy Reed plays three tracks from My Way Home tells the story behind his stage name, talks about his favorite gospel singers and gives the listeners homework. On this week’s episode I’m excited to bring you the UK band The Good Intentions, plus a new album from Cris Jacobs, and the new Mike Zito album. Plus I’ve got more new music from The Drive-by Truckers, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Weir, The Stray Birds, Shovels & Rope, and Owen Campbell. "Eli Paperboy Reed finds his way home to Har...
Karen Jonas’ broken heart leads her to the twangy side (Ep322)
October 11, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBKaren Jonas plays three tracks from Country Songs, tells the story behind the title track and her slide into the twangy side of life and talks about her Shakesperean country song. Also this week, I’ve got the new Bob Weir album and the new Southern Culture On The Skids album. Plus more music from the Drive-by Truckers, The Stray Birds, Bruce Springsteen, Reckless Kelly, and Shovels & Rope. "Karen Jonas’ broken heart leads her to the twangy side (Ep322)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Shake Russell & Michael Hearne’s long & winding road through the southwest (Ep321)
October 07, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBThis is a bonus episode of the Americana Music Show sponsored by Howlin’ Dog Records, featuring music from Alamosa to Austin & Beyond. Howlin Dog Records specializes in original Americana, folk, country, and roots music in the southwestern tradition from both emerging and veteran artists On this bonus episode I’ve got an awesome interview with two southwestern troubadours, Mr. Shake Russell and Mr. Michael Hearne. We’ll get to hear the stories from their decades of traveling the southwest a...
Seth Walker gets the Big Easy bug (Ep320)
October 04, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBSeth Walker plays three tracks from Gotta Get Back & talks about his North Carolina roots, how he ended up in the Big Easy, and working with Jano Rixx. This week I’ve got an unusual track from Bruce Springsteen. See if you can recognize it! I’ve also got the new Stray Birds album, Arty Hill’s first live album ever, and a blues rock album from Liz Mandeville. I’ve also got more music from that Drive-by Truckers album, Reckless Kelly, The Walcotts, Joanna Connor, and Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willm...
Chatham County Line sing around a communal mic on Autumn (Ep319)
September 27, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBDave Wilson of Chatham County Line plays tracks from Autumn and tells the band’s origin story, talks about playing to the fan base and laments cell phones at shows. Also this episode I’ve got the new Drive-by Truckers album, the new Shovels & Rope album and more new music from Tim Easton, Sarah Jarosz Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt. Plus I’ve got a Nitty Gritty Dirt Band live reunion album. "Chatham County Line sing around a communal mic on Autumn (Ep319)" originated fro...
Michael Rank finds his soft rock sound (Ep318)
September 20, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBMichael Rank plays three tracks from Red Hand and talks about listening to early folk rock through his sister’s bedroom door & how he produces his albums. This week I’ve got new rock & roll from music from Reckless Kelly, blues from Lil’ Ed and the Blues Imperials, americana from 3hattrio, plus more music from The Walcotts, Reagan Boggs, and Seth Walker. "Michael Rank finds his soft rock sound (Ep318)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Moreland & Arbuckle head for the promised land (Ep317)
September 13, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBDustin Arbuckle plays tracks from Moreland & Arbuckle’s Promised Land Or Bust and talks about bonding with his Dad over the blues, why he plays harmonica, & how he met Aaron Moreland. Also this week, I’ve got some great blues rock from Owen Campbell, the new Walcotts album, I’ve got a track from the Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris reissue. I’ve got that new bluegrass album from John McEuen too. Plus more tracks from Dale Watson, Dex Romweber, Seth Walker, Tim Easton and Chath...
Ben Todd finds that Lonesome Shack groove (Ep316)
September 06, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBBen Todd of Lonesome Shack plays 3 tracks from The Switcher, & tells the story of the band’s name, and his North Mississippi blues influences. This week I’ve got that new acoustic Macy Gray album, the new Dex Romweber blues album, and pop rock from Jon Herington. I’ve also got more new music from Dale Watson, Tim Easton, John Doe, Michael Rank and yes another track from that Kiefer Sutherland album. "Ben Todd finds that Lonesome Shack groove (Ep316)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Boo Ray makes it to the City Of Angels (Ep315)
August 30, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBBoo Ray plays three tracks from Sea Of Lights and talks about growing up in the North Carolina Mountains, his hardscrabble career path, and recording on Bob Dylan’s tape deck. Lots of great music going into rotation this week. I’ve got the new Seth Walker album, the new Tim Easton album and the new Chatham County Line album. Plus I’ve got a track from the Kiefer Sutherland album. Yes, that Kiefer Sutherland! Plus more new music from Michael Rank, Eli Paperboy Reed, Kelsey Waldon, Dale Wats...
Blake Christiana’s close-knit band Yarn gets a fresh start
August 23, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBBlake Christiana of Yarn plays tracks from This Is The Year and talks about the band’s rebuilding year, writing country music in NYC, and the positive vibes in their music. Also on this week’s episode I’ve got the new rock & roll album from Hymn For Her and new music from Waiting For Henry, Josh Harty, Silver Lake 66 and the Royal Hounds. I’ve also got more new music from Mudcrutch, Willie Nelson, Dale Watson, & Lydia Loveless. "Blake Christiana’s close-knit band Yarn gets a fresh start"...
Sara Watkins focuses on her songwriting (Ep313)
August 16, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBSara Watkins plays tracks from Young In All The Wrong Ways and talks about her solo work, maturing as a songwriter, and the videos she’s making to support the album. This week I’ve got the new live Dale Watson album and the new Lydia Loveless rock album. Plus another track from that amazing Michael Rank album, more from Eli Paperboy Reed, Mudcrutch, Tift Merritt, BJ Barham, and an old school blues track from Lead Belly. "Sara Watkins focuses on her songwriting (Ep313)" originated from Am...
Hayes Carll sings the troubadour’s life (Ep312)
August 09, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBHayes Carll plays tracks from Lovers and Leavers and talks about writing for this phase of his life, his recent Merle Haggard cover, and his run in with Townes Van Zandt fans. Also this week I’ve got that new Michael Rank album and the new Boo Ray country rock album Plus there’s more of that Eli Paperboy Reed album, the awesome blues album from Lonesome Shack, another track from that Bonnie Bishop soul album, some John Doe & The Sadies, Mudcrutch, Wild Ponies, Tony Joe White, and Colvin & ...
Joe Evans of Left Lane Cruiser pays tribute to ex-band mate (Ep311)
August 02, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBJoe Evans of Left Lane Cruiser plays tracks from Beck In Black, tells the story behind the album name, discusses the lineup changes and why he sticks to the duo format. Also this week I’m excited to say I’ve got the new Mudcrutch album and the new Eli Paperboy Reed album. Hot dang! Plus another track from the Colvin & Earle album and new music from Amanda Shires, Honey Island Swamp Band, and Martha Fields. I’ve also got a classic track from Little Junior & The Blue Flames. "Joe Evans of Le...
Ana Egge rocks out with The Sentimentals (Ep310)
July 26, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBAna Egge plays tracks from Say That Now and talks about working with the Sentimentals to craft the songs and why she chose to go in a rock & roll direction this time. Also this week I’ve got that Shawn Colvin Steve Earle collaboration, new rockabilly from Ruby Dee, soul from Bonnie Bishop, honkytonk from The Bakersfield Glee Club and a classic Carl Perkins track. "Ana Egge rocks out with The Sentimentals (Ep310)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Bill Mallonee explores death and the meaning of life on Slow Trauma (Ep309)
July 19, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBBill Mallonee plays tracks from Slow Trauma and talks about his Vigilantes of Love days, living in the wilds of New Mexico, and the challenges of writing an album about death. Also on this episode, I’ve got another track from that Bonnie Bishop soul album, a sneak peek at the upcoming Loveless album, new music from the Royal SOuthern Brotherhood, Lonesome Shack, Felice Brothers, and a classic Howlin’ Wolf track. "Bill Mallonee explores death and the meaning of life on Slow Trauma (Ep309)...
Town Mountain works at both ends of the Southern Crescent (Ep308)
July 12, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBJesse Langlais from Town Mountain plays tracks from Southern Crescent and talks about playing the Grand Ole Opry and the band’s democratic songwriting. Also on this episode, I’ve got the new Left Lane Cruiser album, plus new music from The Everydays, Bonnie Bishop, The Felice Brothers, Massy Ferguson, Sara Watkins, and more. "Town Mountain works at both ends of the Southern Crescent (Ep308)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Milagro Saints experiment with a new cosmic americana sound (Ep307)
July 05, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBThe Milagro Saints join Calvin in studio to play tracks from Stranger Times and to discuss Woody Guthrie’s relevance today and their musical experiments. Also on this episode I’ve got the new soul album from Bonnie Bishop, which makes me very happy. I’ve also got new music from NewTown, Dave McGraw & Mandy Fer, The Everydays, and Demos Papadimas. I’ve also got more tracks from Andre Williams, Tony Joe White, Jeff Turmes, Clint Morgan, and the The Felice Brothers. "Milagro Saints experime...
The Plott Hounds thrive on extended jams (Ep306)
June 28, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBNoah Alexander of The Plott Hounds talks about growing up with southern rock, his chosen home town, and digging into extended jams. Also on this episode, I’ve got the new Felice Brothers album, new rock & roll from the Massy Ferguson band, and new folk rock from the Milagro Saints. I’ve also got more from the Honeycutters, Clint Morgan, the Hard Working Americans, and Mipso. "The Plott Hounds thrive on extended jams (Ep306)" originated from Americana Music Show.
Mike Eldred shines the light on Baptist Town (Ep305)
June 21, 2016 04:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBMike Eldred plays tracks from Baptist Town and talks about how his trips to Greenwood Mississippi & Baptist Town shaped the album. Also on this episode, the new album from Sarah Jarosz and the new country album from Irene Kelley. I've also got the new rock & roll album from the Plott Hounds, the blues album from Andre Williams, rock from the Hard Working Americans, and another track from that awesome Honeycutters album. "Mike Eldred shines the light on Baptist Town (Ep305)" originated from...