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WS545: Diana Jones and Carbon Leaf

DIANA JONES returns to the WoodSongs stage with a brand new CD titled Better Times Will Come on Proper American Records. It’s been three years since her breakthrough CD My Remembrance of You made Diana a major figure in Americana music. Since then, Diana has landed the opening slot on high-profile European tours with Richard Thompson and Mary Gauthier and has been the featured invitee at folk festivals in Ireland, England, Rhode Island and Pennsylvania. One of her songs, “Henry Russell's Las...

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[ Tue, 6 Oct 2009 23:11:58 -0400 ]

WS544: Chuck McCabe and Mitch Barrett

CHUCK McCABE is a master storyteller in the tradition of the great folk troubadours. A vein of humor and a theme of respect run through McCabe’s distinctly award winning songwriting. His delivery demonstrates an understated elegance that is a rare find among performers – especially those who cross the lines between wit and wisdom. Chuck's latest CD is "Creatures of Habit." MITCH BARRETT is one of Kentucky’s most sought-after and talented singer songwriter sons. His approach to lyrical sto...

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[ Tue, 6 Oct 2009 00:51:56 -0400 ]

WS543: Jonathan Edwards and Amy Speace

JONATHAN EDWARDS is a singer/songwriter who is best known for his crossover folk singles "Sunshine" and "Shanty." Born in Minnesota, Jonathan picked up the guitar in high school in the early 60s. He studied art in college but continued to play music. Soon Jonathan was booked to open for acts such as the Allman Brothers Band and B. B. King, and he signed with Capricorn Records. In 1971, his energetic, happy-sounding statement of protest and independence called "Sunshine" earned him a gold record....

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[ Sun, 4 Oct 2009 16:06:06 -0400 ]

WS542: Ray Bonneville and Those Darlins

RAY BONNEVILLE is a distinctive artist, a man who cooks up a deep blues groove, blending a unique percussive electric guitar style, a weathered voice, and soulful rack harmonica into image provoking songs that can be believed. Born in Canada, he moved to the Boston area in his early teens where he started playing guitar and harmonica. His last 30 or so years have seen him seeking adventure and playing music throughout the world. Being a dual citizen allows him the freedom to live between Montrea...

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[ Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:48:41 -0400 ]

WS541: Jake Shimabukuro

JAKE SHIMABUKURO returns to the WoodSongs stage for a one hour Special Event Broadcast. Jake is recognized as one of the world's most exciting and innovative ukulele players and composers. Born in Hawaii, Jake's mother gave him his first ukulele lesson when he was but four years old. Renowned for lightning-fast fingers and revolutionary playing techniques, Jake views the ukulele as an "untapped source of music with unlimited potential." His virtuosity defies label or category. Playing jazz, blue...

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[ Mon, 7 Sep 2009 22:10:54 -0400 ]

WS540: The Greencards and Reid Genauer

THE GREENCARDS return to the WoodSongs stage with a brand new album called "Fascination" on Sugar Hill Records. The critically acclaimed band’s love and respect for country, Americana, blues and bluegrass brought them together in 2003. They’ve already toured with Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson, earned the Americana Music Award in 2006 for“Emerging Artist of the Year” and in 2008 landed a Grammy nomination (“Best Country Instrumental Performance” for Viridian). REID GENAUER is the singe...

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[ Sat, 5 Sep 2009 09:47:04 -0400 ]

WS519: Walden--The Ballad of Thoreau

The two act, four character play is a conversation between Thoreau and Emerson set during the final two days Thoreau spent in his cabin before leaving Walden Pond. Over 7,100 colleges and schools have already performed the play. Now we want to send it nationwide on Public TV, Public Radio, Movie Theaters plus online with lesson plans into thousands of schools across North America as an Earth Day Special Event....

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WS539: Cyril Neville and Rob Ickes

CYRIL NEVILLE is the youngest of the beloved group, the Neville Brothers. Born in New Orleans to a musical family, Cyril began singing professionally at 19 and released his first single in 1970. In addition to his work with the Neville Brothers, Cyril has formed other bands over the years, Cyril also founded the New Orleans Musicians Organized (NOMO), which helps musicians who need business advice with their careers. Cyril Neville has issued several solo albums on his own plus he has guested on ...

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[ Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:43:38 -0400 ]

WS538: Neko Case

NEKO CASE is an American alternative country singer-songwriter, best known for her solo career and her contributions as a member of the Canadian indie rock group The New Pornographers. SPIN Magazine called Case "one of pop music's best" voices. Case's last album, 2006's Fox Confessor Brings the Flood, brought her to the nexus where critical acclaim meets commercial success. Her sixth studio album is Middle Cyclone released on Anti- Records and has been called her best work to date. The CD debute...

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[ Sun, 16 Aug 2009 20:01:39 -0400 ]

WS537: Trevor Hall, Among The Oak & Ash

TREVOR HALL is originally from South Carolina and is most known for his song “Other Ways” which was featured in the Shrek III motion picture soundtrack. He has been writing and performing since his early teens and has released two independent recordings. Trevor combines a unique musical mix of reggae and acoustic rock that serves as a landscape for his thought-provoking, inspiring lyrics. His self-titled Vanguard debut was just released and embodies a soulfulness, depth and passion far beyon...

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[ Mon, 10 Aug 2009 16:43:56 -0400 ]

WS536: Kacey Jones and The Bats

KACEY JONES brings her “body of work” back to the WoodSongs stage with a brand new CD titled Donald Trump’s Hair. It’s the hilarious follow-up to her previous comedy album, “Nipples to the Wind” and contains fifteen new tracks, including the debut single, “I Wanna Be Up Front Like Dolly.” Raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, this madcap redhead now based in Nashville sees the world at large with laser perception and a funny tilt. That’s why audiences have been laughing with th...

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[ Sun, 9 Aug 2009 21:16:23 -0400 ]

WS535: Beppe Gambetta, The Rhythm Angels

BEPPE GAMBETTA is one of the true live master innovators of the acoustic guitar. From Italy, he has a deep passion for both American roots music as well as the music of his native country, Beppe has traveled the world and even crossed the “Iron Curtain” to dazzle and charm music enthusiasts everywhere. His latest CD is Rendez-vous where he attempts to break the boundaries of the flatpicking technique in some creative and experimental ways. THE RHYTHM ANGELS are a duo with seamless harmonies...

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[ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:25:40 -0400 ]

WS534: Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver, Samantha Crain

DOYLE LAWSON & QUICKSILVER are one of Bluegrass' most honored and revered talents. This award winning ensemble has picked up the IBMA Award for best vocal group an unprecedented seven years in a row. Doyle is also the recipient of the National Endowment for the Arts' National Heritage Fellowship, the Endowment's highest honor granted to traditional and folk artists for career accomplishments. He and his band are back to introduce songs from their new album called Lonely Street released on Rounde...

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[ Sun, 19 Jul 2009 12:35:45 -0400 ]

WS533: Rhonda Vincent and the Rage, Guy Davis

RHONDA VINCENT & THE RAGE is a true superstar in the world of bluegrass. They return to the WoodSongs stage with a brand new release on Rounder Records called Destination Life. The new album features a stellar lineup of new, original and classic bluegrass songs. This 7 time IBMA vocalist of the year takes her music to new heights while maintaining her deep bluegrass roots. GUY DAVIS has been real busy since his last WoodSongs appearance. He just finished a special tour with Pete Seeger. This ma...

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[ Thu, 16 Jul 2009 11:09:38 -0400 ]

WS532: Sara Watkins and The Lovell Sisters

SARA WATKINS is best known as the founding member of the Grammy Award-winning, critically acclaimed, and platinum-selling band Nickel Creek. This singer, songwriter and fiddle player has just released her self-titled debut solo album on Nonesuch Records. The CD was recorded in Los Angles and Nashville and was produced by former Led Zeppelin bassist John Paul Jones. Sara will be joined on stage by her brother and fellow Nickel Creek band mate Sean Watkins. The LOVELL SISTERS The LOVELL SISTERS w...

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[ Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:19:55 -0400 ]

WS531: Steve Wariner tribute to Chet Atkins

STEVE WARINER is a superstar of country music. His latest project is a tribute to his mentor and friend Chet Atkins. Steve first met Chet in 1977, who then quickly signed Steve to RCA Records. Steve will be the sole guest on WoodSongs and be playing material for his new CD Steve Wariner c. g. p., My Tribute to Chet Atkins along with a couple of Steve’s hits. Steve scored his first hit record in 1980 and thus began a career that has spanned three decades, 25 Albums released, 18 1's and millions...

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[ Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:18:12 -0400 ]

WS530: Maura O'Connell and Si Kahn

MAURA O’CONNELL is a wonderful, interpretive singer. She returns to WoodSongs to introduce her latest CD project where her voice takes center stage. This Grammy nominated singer spent nearly two years working on a project she’s been wanting to do for a very long time. The result is Naked With Friends, O’Connell’s first a cappella album, which will be released by Sugar Hill Records. Born and raised in County Clare, Ireland, she was the third of four singing sisters. She will performing on...

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[ Fri, 12 Jun 2009 08:37:00 -0400 ]

WS528: BeauSoleil

BEAUSOLEIL bring their Grammy winning Cajun music to WoodSongs for a Special Event Broadcast. Since forming in 1975, BeauSoleil claimed their undisputed role as the most esteemed Cajun group in music. The band takes the rich Cajun traditions of Louisiana and artfully blend elements of zydeco, New Orleans jazz, Tex-Mex, country, blues and more into a satisfying musical recipe. From The Grand Ole Opry to Newport Folk, from concert hall to dance floor, the music of BeauSoleil continues to captivate...

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[ Tue, 2 Jun 2009 22:17:53 -0400 ]

WS529: Red Molly and Sam and Ruby

RED MOLLY is a talented female trio that plays a variety of stringed instruments, and sings tight 3-part harmony, creating their distinctive rootsy, Americana sound. The group has garnered a devoted regional fan base, and has begun laying the groundwork for national touring. Red Molly consistently brings concert-goers to their feet with stunning three-part harmonies, crisp musicianship, and a warm, engaging stage presence. The trio will be playing songs for their newest release Love and Other Tr...

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[ Tue, 2 Jun 2009 22:17:53 -0400 ]

WS527: The Flatlanders

THE FLATLANDERS are Joe Ely, Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Butch Hancock. That their first go-round as The Flatlanders in 1972 was completely rejected by the country music establishment is surprising in retrospect but, ultimately, poetic. That each went on to have formidable solo careers is a testament to their talent and determination. Add to this their diverse yet complimentary styles – Joe the street-wise rocker, Jimmie Dale the mystic with the classic country voice and Butch the cerebral folk si...

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[ Mon, 1 Jun 2009 23:32:59 -0400 ]

WS524: Susan Werner and Vance Gilbert

SUSAN WERNER has cultivated a reputation as a daring and innovative songwriter. Her new release Classics, delivers entirely new string arrangements of mainstream popular songs by top songwriters from the classic pop era - the sixties and seventies. Drawing on her unique training as a classical vocalist and the diverse talents of esteemed Boston Symphony and Pops players, Classics sets a mood that highlights elegance and sophistication previously overlooked in the first lives of songs like Paul S...

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[ Mon, 20 Apr 2009 22:00:03 -0400 ]

WS523: Almira Fawn and the Dixie Bee-Liners

ALMIRA FAWN is just eleven years old. She was brought on stage by Michael during the encore of show #515 and serenaded her hero, JJ Grey, with one his songs that she rewrote and received a standing ovation. Almira is from Lexington, Kentucky and has been busking at the Farmer’s Market and playing at restaurants and cafes around her hometown. She recently finished her first CD which includes several originals and will be appearing on NBC’s America’s Got Talent over the summer. THE DIXIE BE...

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[ Mon, 6 Apr 2009 16:05:05 -0400 ]

WS522: Samuel James and Shout Sister Shout

SAMUEL JAMES is a young master of fingerstyle, slide, banjo, harmonica, and piano and is not yet out of his twenties. With musical influences ranging from Skip James and Sonny Terry to Gus Cannon and Charley Patton, such understanding of pre-war blues is rarely embodied in the music of one person. His songwriting is absolutely unparalleled in contemporary blues. His second CD and debut for NorthernBlues Music entitled Songs Famed for Sorrow and Joy is available now. SHOUT SISTER SHOUT is an old...

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[ Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:37:09 -0400 ]

WS521: Shemekia Copeland and Dan Crary

SHEMEKIA COPELAND has already received numerous blues awards worldwide, a Grammy nomination, and has a resume that includes work with musical titans like Dr. John and film giants like Martin Scorsese. She returns to WoodSongs with a brand new CD Never Going Back on Telarc Records. The CD was produced by Oliver Wood of the Wood Brothers and takes a more forward view of the blues, and in so doing points her music and her career in a new direction while remaining loyal to her blues roots. DAN CRARY...

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[ Sun, 22 Mar 2009 20:34:11 -0400 ]

WS520: Kelleigh McKenzie and Slide

KELLEIGH McKENZIE just received three Independent Music Award nominations, with her song "Gin" winning Best Americana Song, and she was named a winner in last fall’s Mountain Stage NewSong Contest. She delivers a captivating blend of folk, blues, old-time and rock with a uniquely urbane edge. She plucks and thumps out twist-filled tales on banjo and acoustic guitar, all while pounding along on her amplified stomp-box. This Oregonian-turned-New Yorker's debut CD is called "Chances." SLIDE is a...

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[ Sat, 14 Mar 2009 22:42:42 -0400 ]

WS518: Hal Ketchum, Dailey and Vincent

HAL KETCHUM’s latest CD Father Time is the ninth album in a distinguished musical career that includes such indelible Top 10 hits as “Small Town Saturday Night,” “Past The Point of Rescue,” “Hearts Are Gonna Roll” and “Stay Forever.” Reared in the village of Greenwich in the gorgeously verdant countryside of upstate New York, Ketchum hails from a family where singing and playing music was part of the daily (and nightly) diet for generations. He was exposed to country music (his...

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[ Sun, 8 Mar 2009 23:12:33 -0400 ]

WS517: Lori Lieberman, Mark Olson and Gary Louris

LORI LIEBERMAN is one of music’s best kept secrets. Lori has remained in the spotlight since the early seventies, quietly gleaning the respect of an industry and a devoted fanbase with such hits as “Killing Me Softly With His Song.” Landing her first record deal with Capitol Records, the album, simply titled, "Lori Lieberman", garnered both critical and audience appeal. As the album crept up the charts, Roberta Flack heard Lori’s simple folk song detailing her experience of sitting in th...

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[ Mon, 2 Mar 2009 16:19:07 -0500 ]

WS516: Punch Brothers

PUNCH BROTHERS featuring Chris Thile return to the WoodSongs Stage for a one hour Special Event Broadcast. The focus of this broadcast will be the band’s four-movement suite that is the heart of Punch Brothers’ debut CD Punch released on Nonesuch Records last year. Chris’s long form composition is his most conceptually daring, emotionally cathartic work of an already impressive career. Although long passages of The Blind Leaving the Blind are purely instrumental, it is rigorously structure...

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[ Sun, 22 Feb 2009 22:05:12 -0500 ]

WS515: JJ Grey and The Duhks

JJ GREY was born and raised just outside of Jacksonville, Florida. Grey comes from a long tradition of Southern musical storytellers. Like the best of the great Southern writers, he fills his songs with details that are at once vivid and personal, political and universal. JJ and his band Mofro’s brand of front porch soul has steadily built an intensely loyal following since their debut CD in 2001. JJ’s new album Orange Blossoms, released on Alligator Records, takes another giant step forward...

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[ Sun, 8 Feb 2009 19:37:56 -0500 ]

WS514: The Tannahill Weavers and Lambchop

THE TANNAHILL WEAVERS are one of Scotland's premier traditional bands. Named for the town's historic weaving industry and local poet laureate Robert Tannahill, the group has made an international name for its special brand of Scottish music, blending the beauty of traditional melodies with the power of modern rhythms. Their diverse repertoire spans the centuries with fire-driven instrumentals, topical songs, and original ballads and lullabies. Their music demonstrates to old and young alike the ...

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[ Tue, 3 Feb 2009 11:32:15 -0500 ]

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