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Sally Spring

August 21, 2010 – 1:01 pm
Sally Spring

We’re pleased to have welcome renowned singer-songwriter Sally Spring …

Sleep Experiments

August 7, 2010 – 10:14 am
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We’re please to host Sleep Experiments, a trio who combine acoustic guitars, keyboards and three-part harmony to make beautiful, ambient folk music.

The Great Unknown Band

July 31, 2010 – 10:01 am
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We’re pleased to welcome back Philadelphia’s The Great Unknown Band, whose soaring harmonies and acoustic arrangements are sure to please fans of Americana music.

Jamie Bell

July 24, 2010 – 4:48 pm
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We’re pleased to welcome guitarist Jamie Bell, along with clarinetist Rebecca DeStefano McNeil, as they perform their special mix of Brazilian Choro music, live in our studios.

Justin Andrew Band

July 17, 2010 – 10:36 am
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We’re pleased to welcome the very talented Justin Andrew and his band, who create tasteful, folk-pop music. Mr. Andrew’s thoughtful lyrics are delivered via beautiful melody lines, interwoven with pedal steel guitar, drums and bass.

Heather Kropf

July 10, 2010 – 3:50 pm
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Pittsburgh-based singer-songwriter Heather Kropf’s music is a blend of piano-driven folk, soul, and pop. She’ll be joined by guitarist Keith Hershberger.

A Generous Act

July 10, 2010 – 10:13 am
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A Generous Act is an exciting and innovative project conceived by artist Mark Garry, in which a talented group of international musicians will collaborate over a period of 16 days at the Mattress Factory museum, whose 4th floor has been converted into a recording studio. The residency will culminate in a performance at the museum. We’re pleased to welcome a few of the performers, live in our studios. See website below for complete details.

Sue Powers & Jeff Berman

July 3, 2010 – 4:21 pm
Sue Powers & Jeff Berman

We’re pleased to welcome this very talented duo on our program with a blend of old-time folk music on dulcimer and banjo.

Joy Ike

June 26, 2010 – 11:43 am
Joy Ike

We are proud to welcome the very talented Joy Ike back to our studios. A skillful singer and pianist, Joy’s music is sure to please fans of soul, pop and jazz alike.

The Armadillos

June 19, 2010 – 4:25 pm
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Local, old-time quartet The Armadillos stop down with accordion, upright bass, mandolin and acoustic guitar to share a little backwoods sing-song with us. Live on SLB!