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over 200 radio stations nation wide. Radio Stations that carry River
City Folk programming usually broadcast these programs 3-4 days before
or 7- 10 days after the date listed. Please check with your
local radio station for an exact time and date.
River City Folk is also heard four times weekly on the
XM satellite network, though the perfomances are in a different
order than below, that XM determines.
2007 Schedule
21
Years of "River City Folk" !
January 1
Harry Manx
One of the most popular world-music folk based performers in the world,
Harry plays the "Mohan Veena", a cross between a sitar and
slide guitar
January 8th
Eric Balkey
From Boston, Massachusetts, Eric is a role model for all of the young
singer-songwriters working around the U.S. today. In addition to being
a fine composer/performer, he also runs a publicity agency, and even
paints houses on the road to help subsidize his music!
January 15
Tom May
Host of "River City Folk" , this program was originally
broadcast as part of the 20 year anniversary of the program in 2005
January 22
Lauren Sheehan
From the Oregon Coast, Lauren is a fine interpreter of the blues classics
of the 20th century, as well as a composer of her own works.
January 29
Bob Soper/Elizabeth Nicholson
Spirited fiddling, singing, and interesting songs from a Celtic tradition,
recorded live at the Artichoke in Portland, Oregon.
February 5th
20 Years of "River City Folk"
February 12th\
Andrew McKnight
Shenandoah Valley music from this veteran folksinger, recorded live
at the Common Grounds Coffeehouse n Omaha, NE
February 19
Heather Styka
From Illinois, Heather Styka is a fine chronicler of the vast American
praries, and the people who live on them.
February 26th
Montana Tunesmith.......songs of heart and geography frm Red Lodge,
Montana
March 5th
Blue Lightning
Blue Lightning is a Portland, Oregon ensemble who puts an interesting
twist on songs by Bob Dylan and ohers, as well as writing and performing
challenging songs of their own.
March 12th
Nancy Conescu
Irish Music elegantly played and sung by this virtuostic guitarist
and singer from Oregon.
March 19th
Theresa Storch
Theresa has recently resigned her job as a physicist to become a folk
musician full time…..believing in the power of the music to make
a difference in her life and others.
March 26th
James Talley
From playing at the Jimmy Carter White House in 1976, to recording
numerous albums in his long career, James Talley is a folk legend.
April 2 Matt Whipkey
With a contemporary feel and immediacy to his melodic songs, Matt Whipkey
is in the Vanguard of Midwest contemporary acoustic musicians
April 9 Andrew Calhoun (01)
This founder of Waterbug records is a true poet and riveting performer,
in his own write.
April 16 John Watt
From the South by Southwest music conference to his Iowa home, John
Watt has criss-crossed the heartland with his country influenced,
thoughtful songs….
April 23 Peter Yeates
From Dublin,Ireland Peter Yeates brings his remarkable memories of
Ireland's largest city in his story songs, as well as some traditional
ballads
April 30 Margo Hennebach
This New York chanteuse's music is simply breathtaking. Her voice,
compositions,
and accompaniment are unforgettable vignettes of life's characters
and journeys.
May 7 Dana Cooper
A legend in the Southwestern acoustic scene for decades, Dana Cooper
is a true poet of life beyond the borders. He was recently profiled
on NPR's "weekend edition" and he will be performing songs
from his new CD on RCF this program.
May 14 Rik Palieri
Music and philosophy from this long time folk music veteran and raconteur.
May 21
TBA
May 28 Brad Colerick (new program)
Featuring songs from his 2nd CD, this return trip to RCF features
Brad's thoughtful lyrics along with his contemporary musical sensibilities.
Currently living and making his mark in the ad industry in L.A., his
songs also highlight his Nebraska roots.
June 4 Joan Enquita
Joan is a dynamic contemporary songwriter from Los Angeles, establishing
a 2nd career on the stage.
June 11 Mike Guthrie
From his years running and performing at a groundbreaking coffeehouse
in British Columbia, to his current Seattle area appearances, folk
music has been Mike's life…and he has the stories and songs to
prove it.
June 18 Juliet Wyers
Energy, vitality, and a wonderfully expressive voice aare the hallmarks
of this gifted Washington songwriter.
June 25 Angelo (rescheduled from 2nd quarter)
Originally from Pittsburgh, Angelo is a hard hitting songwriter for
the working man, in the tradition of Woody Guthrie and Si Kahn.