On this episode of The High Note podcast I’m joined by Jayne Toohey — photographer, author and the press contact for the Philadelphia Folk Festival. Jayne is the creative force behind “Smiling Banjo: A Half […]
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Episode 43 – Dave Gunning Returns!
In a fitting bookend to my Philadelphia Folk Festival coverage, I welcomed back Nova Scotia’s Dave Gunning to The High Note Podcast. Dave was my final interview at the 2019 Festival – the last in-person […]
Episode 42 – A Day Without Love
At the 61st annual Philadelphia Folk Festival, I sat down with Brian Walker, the force behind A Day Without Love. The festival, known for its diverse lineup and intimate setting, felt like the perfect place […]
The Philadelphia Folk Festival Yields A Fresh Crop Of Memories For 61st Edition
The Philadelphia Folksong Society welcomed home thousands of music fans to the Old Pool Farm for the 61st annual Philadelphia Folk Festival Aug. 15-18. After a one-year hiatus, a triumphant spirit reverberated throughout the 80-acre […]
Episode 40 – Sug Daniels
Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter and ukulele player Sug Daniels is more than just a musician; she’s a storyteller who uses her art to capture the emotions of an era. In this episode of The High Note Podcast, […]
Episode 39 – Tony Trischka
As the Philadelphia Folk Festival gears up for its 61st annual event this August, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with legendary banjo player Tony Trischka. Tony is set to perform on the […]
The Triumphant Return Of The Philadelphia Folk Festival
The 61st Annual Philadelphia Folk Festival Returns Aug. 16-18 At The Old Pool Farm It’s back! After a one-year hiatus, the Philadelphia Folk Festival will return on August 16-18 at the Old Pool Farm in […]
Episode 38 – Kimberly Sinclair
Previewing the 61st Annual Philadelphia Folk Festival With Kimberly Sinclair Join me on this week’s podcast as I sit down with Philadelphia Folk Festival Artistic and Marketing Director Kimberly Sinclair. We delve into the exciting […]
Episode 29 – Mike McKenna Jr.
Mike McKenna Jr. is a helluva singer-songwriter from Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada. He carries on the Canadiana folk music tradition in his songs his homespun lyrics with historical references and a warm voice. […]
Episode 28 – ADG7
South Korean shamanic folk-pop band ADG7 quickly became one of my favorite acts of the 60th annual Philadelphia Folk Festival – so much so that I, along with many, many others, saw the nine-piece band […]