Episodes
Tuesday Nov 03, 2009
Episode 81 - Charlie Cheney
Tuesday Nov 03, 2009
Tuesday Nov 03, 2009
Charlie Cheney (Michigan...former Madisonian) charliecheney.com
Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
Episode 80 - Water Street Bridge
Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
These Milwaukee-based seasoned veterans blend Celtic, Blues, Americana, Shanty, Jazz, Creole, Folk, Art-Rock, Reggae, Comedy and original songs into something that can only be described as “eclectic acoustic.” Brandishing an impressive arsenal of musical instruments (resonator guitar, mandolin, ukulele, fiddle, pennywhistle, squeeze box, flute, harmonica, doumbek, djembe, and bodhran - just to name a few) they bring new life to tales of old, old sounds to tales of today, and twisted takes on tales never meant to be told. waterstreetbridge.com
Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
Episode 79 - Ken Lonnquist
Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
Known for his audience interaction, funny and unique performances for all ages, and songs made up right on the spot, Ken is also a theatrical composer and performer as well as a minstrel for the environment. Frankly, we don't know what to expect, but whatever it is, it'll be great! kenland.com
Tuesday Oct 20, 2009
Episode 78 - Don Stiernberg
Tuesday Oct 20, 2009
Tuesday Oct 20, 2009
"Stiernberg is the foremost jazz mandolinist in America today" (Mike Marshall) "I've always had the highest regard for his mandolin style-understated, subtle, and sweet." (David Grisman)
Don Stiernberg is among the top tier of mandolinists performing today in any style. A former member of Jethro Burn's Quartet, Mr. Steirnberg's jazz trio will grace our stage in this rare must-see Madison performance!
www.donstiernberg.comTuesday Oct 20, 2009
Episode 77 - Mississippi Flanagan
Tuesday Oct 20, 2009
Tuesday Oct 20, 2009
(Al Day, Mike McDougal, and Midge Brzozowski) A highly talented quartet of both Madison and Chicago musicians who have all paid their dues on the Chicago folk scene. Look forward to great music and stories about places and characters from the Windy City.
Tuesday Oct 13, 2009
Episode 76 - North Country Drifters
Tuesday Oct 13, 2009
Tuesday Oct 13, 2009
Classic Honky Tonk and Western Swing replete with twin fiddles, steel guitar, and guys in matching Western-wear. Dan O'Brien (one of the co-founders of the Nob Hill Boys) leads the pack with his strong tenor vocals, guitar, and banjo. northcountrydrifters.com
Tuesday Oct 13, 2009
Episode 75 - Caravan Gypsy Swing Ensemble
Tuesday Oct 13, 2009
Tuesday Oct 13, 2009
With a new CD almost complete these boys are ready to swing you silly! Chris Ruppenthal & Ed Fila (Caravan's twin- guitar front line) fire off authentic-sounding Django-inspired leads even on their well-crafted original tunes. gypsyswing.com
Tuesday Oct 06, 2009
Episode 74 - The Getaway Drivers
Tuesday Oct 06, 2009
Tuesday Oct 06, 2009
Madison rock band, The Getaway Drivers, join us on the show. www.myspace.com/thegetaway-drivers
Tuesday Oct 06, 2009
Episode 73 - (This Is The) Squirrel Hunters
Tuesday Oct 06, 2009
Tuesday Oct 06, 2009
(This is the) Squirrel Hunters is a traditional Bluegrass co-op from Madison, WI. In the band's own words..."we make regular musical forays outside the protective walls of Bill Monroe, The Stanley Brothers and Flatt & Scruggs, but always with caution, and never without a long rifle."
titsh.comTuesday Sep 29, 2009
Episode 72 - Copper Box
Tuesday Sep 29, 2009
Tuesday Sep 29, 2009
(Episode 2 of 2) CopperBox is an outstanding band out of Oshkosh. They won the 2009 WAMI "Americana" category (which means "hard to classify"). They tag themselves as zydeco/rock/polka but that doesn't cover it all. Their polka version of Comfortably Numb by Pink Floyd is just one example of how eclectic they are. They also do cumbia, jigs, ballads, etc. Some of their best tunes are ones they wrote, but they do some great covers, ranging from Moondance to Tell Me That You Love Me (to give you some idea of their range). Their latest CD, In the Summertime, was released on July 8th, 2009, and channels the rowdy communal feel of a small town party with a groovy rhythm section and soulful accordion. CopperBox has a fun-fusion sound (Zydeco, rock, and jazz) that attracts a unique and diverse audience. Touring aggressively and playing 120+ shows a year, they have appeared on several TV shows, as well as The Early Show on CBS and countless radio stations (college & community) in the US. Garageband.com has selected many CopperBox songs in their Top 10, and their energetic live shows won them a Hi-Def Music Video sponsored by SONY in 2005. www.copperboxsite.com