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Exploring Ancestral Roots with Blind Pilot

October 10, 2024

The Oregon-bred indie folk music outfit Blind Pilot goes on a deep spiritual journey on their new album In the Shadow of the Holy Mountain (produced by Josh Kaufman). The music inspiration for frontman Israel Nebeker lay in his songwriting process. After struggling with writing for years (this is the first Blind Pilot album in 8 years), he set aside the songs he *had* been working (which will be included on a new solo record in 2025). Nebeker gave himself…

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Tyrone Cotton: The Louisville Legend You Must Hear

February 15, 2024

Tyrone Cotton, a decades-long mainstay of the Louisville, KY music scene just released his 2023 debut album, “Man Like Me.”…

Radio Waves to Musical Bliss: Talia Schlanger’s Harmonious Journey

February 8, 2024

Canada’s Talia Schlanger is best known for her work in broadcasting; guest-hosting Q with Tom Power on CBC and Alec…

Elise Leavy is the Faerie Kid of Folk

February 1, 2024

Dive into the enchanting world of Elise Leavy, a musician hailing from the picturesque Monterey, California through her latest album…

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Our definition of “folk” is extremely broad, so you’ll hear interviews from KT Tunstall, John Hiatt, Amythyst Kiah, Kishi Bashi and many more. Cindy and Lizzie approach their interviews with warmth, humor and insightful questions.

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