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Etown Radio Show 0844 - BeauSoleil / Ryan Shaw

Wed, Nov 19 2008 Listen

BeauSoleil / Ryan Shaw Grammy winners BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet have claimed their undisputed role as the most esteemed Cajun group in music, and Etown is thrilled to welcome them back for this encore broadcast. They share their rich mix of zydeco, New Orleans jazz, Tex-Mex, country, blues and more. Etown also welcomes talented newcomer, Ryan [...]

Etown Radio Show 0843 - DeVotchka / Bettye LaVette

Wed, Nov 12 2008 Listen

DeVotchka / Bettye LaVette DeVotchKa returns to Etown with their east meets west blend of songwriting and eclectic instrumentation in this repeat broadcast. Having recently released an album of quirky covers, and having provided the score for the hit movie Little Miss Sunshine, lead singer Nick Urata discusses his take on what DeVotchKa does and why, [...]

Etown Radio Show 0842 - Ray LaMontagne / Ingrid Michaelson

Wed, Nov 5 2008 Listen

Ray LaMontagne / Ingrid Michaelson Etown fave Ray LaMontagne returns for his third visit. This brilliant songwriter and amazing singer brings along his band and some wonderful new songs to share; plus, he has an up close and personal chat with host Nick Forster. Also joining us, rising star Ingrid Michaelson, a NYC based indie singer [...]

Etown Radio Show 8040 - Etown at the DNC Pt. I: Irma Thomas / Tom Morello /

Tue, Oct 21 2008 Listen

Etown at the DNC Pt. I: Irma Thomas / Tom Morello / David Crosby and Graham Nash Etown taped this week’s show and next at the Temple Buell Theater in downtown Denver in conjunction with Democratic National Convention. Nick & Helen Forster host this two-part celebratory revue featuring musical performances by David Crosby & Graham Nash, [...]

Etown Radio Show 0841 - Etown at the DNC Pt. II: Ani DiFranco / James Taylo

Tue, Oct 21 2008 Listen

Etown at the DNC Pt. II: Ani DiFranco / James Taylor / David Crosby and Graham Nash Join us for part two of this special Etown event, taped at the Temple Buell Theater in downtown Denver in conjunction with the Democratic National Convention. Nick & Helen Forster host this two-part celebratory revue featuring musical performances by [...]

Etown Radio Show 0838 - Ben Harper / Sonya Kitchell

Thu, Oct 9 2008 Listen

Ben Harper / Sonya Kitchell Ben Harper is back in etown in this encore broadcast. Ben’s unique songwriting and instrumental skills have won him awards and acclaim, but that hasn’t changed his attitude or approach to his trade: good solid songcrafting. He plays and talks about his journey through music, and he invites hosts Nick & [...]

Etown Radio Show 0837 - Michael Franti and Spearhead / Patterson Hood and J

Wed, Oct 1 2008 Listen

Michael Franti and Spearhead / Patterson Hood and John Neff etown taped this week’s show at the Rothbury Music Festival in Michigan, and features the return of Michael Franti & Spearhead, who get the overflowing etown crowd on their feet, AND hosts Nick & Helen Forster dancing and singing! Patterson Hood & John Neff of the [...]

Etown Radio Show 0836 - Koko Taylor / Pinetop Perkins

Wed, Sep 24 2008 Listen

Koko Taylor / Pinetop Perkins etown returns to the beautiful and historic Chautauqua Auditorium in Boulder to record a show featuring two of the most significant American artists of our time. First, Koko Taylor, the undisputed ‘Queen of the Blues,’ and her Blues Machine, energizes the house with a set of classic blues tunes. etown host [...]

Etown Radio Show 0835 - Barenaked Ladies / Catie Curtis

Wed, Sep 17 2008 Listen

Barenaked Ladies / Catie Curtis The beloved Barenaked Ladies return to etown to share some brand new songs from their latest work, the children’s CD Snacktime. These cleverly crafted tunes definitely appeal to the kid in all of us! Catie Cutis is back in etown, with some of her strongest songs ever. She gets rock-steady back [...]

Etown Radio Show 0834 - David Gray / Beth Orton

Wed, Sep 10 2008 Listen

David Gray / Beth Orton Part Two of our special repeat 2006 ‘etown rocks’ continues with more great music and conversation from this show recorded at the exquisite Red Rocks amphitheater, with musical guest Beth Orton, plus more from David Gray. And former Vice President Al Gore phones in to talk with host Nick Forster about [...]

Etown Radio Show 0833 - Aimee Mann / David Gray

Wed, Sep 3 2008 Listen

Aimee Mann / David Gray Please join us for this repeat broadcast of our 2006 ‘etown rocks’ extravaganza, which originally aired in 2006. We taped this special two part show at the beautiful natural amphitheater at Red Rocks. In part one, we’re joined by stellar performers David Gray and Aimee Mann. An inspiring e-chievement award winner [...]

Etown Radio Show 0832 - John Gorka / Chris Hillman

Thu, Aug 28 2008 Listen

John Gorka / Chris Hillman etown delights in the return of singer-songwriter John Gorka in this repeat broadcast. John’s been dubbed the “the voice of ‘new folk’” by Rolling Stone, and he brings his brilliant songbook and his well-loved rich baritone back for us to hear. He is always a welcome etown visitor, with great songs [...]

Etown Radio Show 0831 - Jakob Dylan / Joe Ely and Joel Guzman

Thu, Aug 21 2008 Listen

Jakob Dylan / Joe Ely and Joel Guzman Jakob Dylan, the renowned leader of the platinum-selling, Grammy-winning band the Wallflowers, steps away from that band to make his first etown visit. He brings new songs from his first-ever solo project. West Texas singer songwriter Joe Ely is joined by accordion maestro Joel Guzman for a rootsy, [...]

etown Radio Show 0830 - Tim O’Brien / Amelia White

Wed, Aug 13 2008 Listen

Tim O’Brien / Amelia White etown welcomes back Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, Tim O’Brien. Tim combines influences rooted in folk music from around the world into songs he can deliver with a voice and style all his own. He’s joined on stage by host Nick and the etones, who turn up the heat for a hot musical and [...]

etown Radio Show 0829 - Joe Jackson / Paddy Casey

Wed, Aug 6 2008 Listen

Joe Jackson / Paddy Casey Pop music legend Joe Jackson makes his long awaited first visit to etown along with his long-time bandmates Graham Maby and Dave Houghton. Joe delves into his early catalog of hits and also showcases new tunes. Dublin-born singer-songwriter Paddy Casey also stops by for his premier trip to etown, with a [...]

etown Radio Show 0827 - Neko Case / Charlie Louvin

Thu, Jul 31 2008 Listen

Neko Case / Charlie Louvin A budding legend is teamed with a living legend in this etown repeat broadcast. Neko Case has earned accolades for her recent work. Witness her stellar writing and singing, woven with pitch-perfect harmonies and strong support from her band. Next, we welcome living legend Charlie Louvin, of the influential country music [...]

etown Radio Show 0828 - The Frames / Nellie McKay

Thu, Jul 31 2008 Listen

The Frames / Nellie McKay The Frames are acknowledged as one of Ireland’s most successful current bands. Here in etown, they perform a touching version of their Oscar-winning song, Falling Slowly, among other fine songs, for the rapt audience. Then, singer-songwriter and pianist Nellie McKay delivers her unique brand of smart, well-crafted songs with sassy wit [...]

etown Radio Show 0826 - Kathy Mattea / Johnny Long

Thu, Jul 17 2008 Listen

Kathy Mattea / Johnny Long Grammy winner Kathy Mattea makes her return to etown for this road show taping from the Union Colony Civic Center in Greeley, Colorado. She draws on her West Virginia roots to deliver a compelling set of traditional and contemporary mining songs. She also talks with host Nick Forster about her musical [...]

etown Radio Show 0825 - Martin Sexton / Solas

Sat, Jul 12 2008 Listen

Martin Sexton / Solas etown welcomes back two stellar performers in this repeat airing. First up is Martin Sexton, who’s become known as the “singer’s singer” as well as the “writer’s writer.” We see why, in his etown performance as he’s backed up by the marvelous etones featuring Nick & Helen Forster. Also in etown is [...]

etown Radio Show 0824 - Abigail Washburn & The Sparrow Quartet / Vusi Mahla

Mon, Jun 30 2008 Listen

Abigail Washburn & The Sparrow Quartet / Vusi Mahlasela Banjo player and singer-songwriter Abigail Washburn visits etown with her spectacular ensemble, The Sparrow Quartet, featuring Bla Fleck (banjo), Casey Driessen (fiddle) and Ben Sollee (cello). Plus, poetic lyricist and powerful vocalist Vusi Mahlasela, known as “The Voice” in his home country of South Africa, makes his [...]

etown Radio Show 0823 - Michael Franti & Spearhead / Josh Ritter

Thu, Jun 26 2008 Listen

Michael Franti & Spearhead / Josh Ritter This week’s etown encore broadcast features Michael Franti & Spearhead. They’ll offer powerful songs of social commentary, and Michael also treats us to some sparse, ‘unplugged’ tunes. Sharing the etown stage is singer-songwriter Josh Ritter, whose songs have been called “brilliant stories” and “rich tales of everyday life” by [...]

etown Radio Show 0822 - DeVotchKa / Au Revoir Simone

Thu, Jun 19 2008 Listen

DeVotchKa / Au Revoir Simone For their third trip to etown, it’s DeVotchka—the popular Colorado based band with a huge international following and fan base. Nick Urata’s vocals infuse their songs with striking emotion, all beautifully supported by an eclectic ensemble featuring a string section, trumpet, sousaphone, melodica, and more. Then, in their first etown appearance, [...]

etown Radio Show 0821 - David Hidalgo and Louie Perez / Ray LaMontagne

Tue, Jun 10 2008 Listen

David Hidalgo and Louie Perez / Ray LaMontagne Returning to etown in this repeat broadcast are our friends from Los Lobos, David Hidalgo & Louie Prez, as they do a rare duo set, sharing tunes old and new. There are intimate, stripped down moments, but Hidalgo & Prez also rock the house with Nick & [...]

etown Radio Show 0820 - BoDeans / Over The Rhine

Wed, Jun 4 2008 Listen

BoDeans / Over The Rhine The BoDeans (Sammy Llanas and Kurt Neumann) return to etown after nine years. Their set includes a new song or two, plus an old favorite, performed in a rare acoustic duo configuration. Then, Over the Rhine (married couple Linford Detweiler and Karin Bergquist) along with their band, bring their brilliantly written [...]

etown Radio Show 0819 - Nanci Griffith / Piers Faccini

Thu, May 29 2008 Listen

Nanci Griffith / Piers Faccini In this encore airing, we welcome back legendary folkie and an etown favorite, singer-songwriter Nanci Griffith, as she returns with her long-time band. Also on the show is an impressive young talent, Paris-based singer/songwriter, Piers Faccini. Faccini calls on hosts Nick & Helen Forster and the etones to back him up [...]

etown Radio Show 0818 - Big Head Todd and The Monsters / Kathleen Edwards

Tue, May 20 2008 Listen

Big Head Todd and The Monsters / Kathleen Edwards Big Head Todd & The Monsters return to etown! Now a quartet, the band rocks the house with an energetic set of tunes new and old, all featuring Todd Park Mohr’s exceptional guitar licks. Also back in etown is Canadian singer-songwriter Kathleen Edwards, who, along with her [...]

etown Radio Show 0817 - Barenaked Ladies / The Ditty Bops

Tue, May 13 2008 Listen

Barenaked Ladies / The Ditty Bops This week it’s ‘etown on the road’ as we welcome back Canada’s own Barenaked Ladies to the etown stage in this exciting encore airing. Wild and warm, engaging and energetic, Barenaked Ladies rattles the roof of Denver’s beautiful, historic Paramount Theatre, sharing a sampling of new and old songs from [...]

etown Radio Show 0816 - Tim Finn & Ky-Mani Marley

Wed, May 7 2008 Listen

Tim Finn & Ky-Mani Marley etown welcomes two first-time visitors for this week’s broadcast. First, New Zealand singer-songwriter Tim Finn takes the stage sharing new tunes as well as a song or two from his old band days with the group Split Enz. Nick & Helen Forster and the etones back Tim up, instrumentally and vocally, [...]

etown Radio Show 0815 - Calexico / Dave Alvin

Wed, Apr 30 2008 Listen

Calexico / Dave Alvin For this encore broadcast, etown welcomes Calexico, the Tucson-based eclectic rockers led by Joey Burns and John Convertino. They spin tunes influenced by spaghetti westerns, surf, twang and 50’s jazz, sprinkled with just the right amount of southwestern spice. Then, Nick & Helen Forster and the etones take the stage with Dave [...]

etown Radio Show 0814 - Subdudes / Roches

Thu, Apr 24 2008 Listen

Subdudes / Roches It’s etown ‘on-the-road’ in Fort Collins, Colorado, with The Subdudes and The Roches. The Subdudes, always an etown favorite, share a set of their Americana roots-rock songs that feature their signature three-part harmonies. Then, sisters Maggie, Terre & Suzzy—The Roches—hit the stage with their warm wit, unique lyrical style, and tight sibling harmonies. [...]

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