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Episode Archive
Click the following years to see past show schedules.
Date: January 6
Show Number: 20-1
Artist: Dana Cooper
About: From " Austin City Limits" to the Kerrville Folk Festival, Dana Cooper has been chronicling America in his vivid songs since the 1990's.
Date: January 13
Show Number: 20-2
Artist: Dan Weber (2)
About: In the mold of Woody Guthrie, Dan Weber travels the US from his home in Vancouver to both coasts, regaling listeners with characters and situations you will relate to.
Date: January 20
Show Number: 20-3
Artist: Josephine County
About: Celtic based music from Maine, featuring one of the finest flute players in the U.S.- Hanz Araki- as well as sparkling vocals, guitars and bodran in this ensemble.
Date: January 27
Show Number: 20-4
Artist: Kat Eggleston and Kate Macleod
About: What a combination these two talented women are! Both exceptional songwriters, both well versed in Celtic as well as traditional American music- with memorable voices.
Date: February 5
Show Number: 20-5
 Artist: Slipshod
About: Matt Snook and Steve Blanchard are both fine players and singers, with a bluegrass tilt to their original and traditional songs.
Date: February 12
Show Number: 20-6
Artist: Chasing Ebenezer - Live at Artichoke
About: These two energetic, young, talented folks, are square in the Americana music camp - with a driving fiddle, original songs, and tight harmonies.
Date: February 19
Show Number: 20-7
Artist: The Whiskey Minstrels - Live at Artichoke
About: Nolan Murray and Bruce Coughlan are a force to be reckoned with. Bruce is a multi-award winning Canadian songwriter, and Nolan is a duel threat with his virtuosic fiddle and mandolin.
Date: February 26
Show Number: 20-8
Artist: Bob Zentz
About: A giant in the traditional music world, for decades Bob operated the storied acoustic venue in Norfolk, VA. "Ramblin Conrad's"- but his lifetime of performances, his repertoire of songs of the sea and beyond, and his mastery of dozens of instruments- puts him in a class by himself.
Date: March 2
Show Number: 20-9
Artist: Brooks Robertson
About: This acoustic guitar phenomenon hails from Eugene, Oregon- though he has gone on to Berklee College of Music in Boston. He has performed throughout the U.S. and Europe, and his incredible picking is leavened by his sheer joy when he plays his instrument.
Date: March 9
Show Number: 20-10
Artist: Tracy Grammer
About: One of the most popular solo performers in the genre today, Tracy has forged an exemplary career with the legacy of Dave Carter songs, as well as her own fine compositions.
Date: March 16
Show Number: 20-11
Artist: A Fine Mess - Live at Artichoke
About: Led by Dublin born Peter Yeates, this celtic ballad trio brings energy and the voices of experience to these familiar and original songs.
Date: March 23
Show Number: 20-12
Artist: David Rea (3)
About: Gordon Lightfoot's first guitar player, accompanist to Ian and Sylvia and dozens of other familiar artists- David was a fine singer-songwriter himself, and a good friend to all who knew him.
Date: March 25
Show Number: 20-13
Artist: Brooks Hill - Live at Artichoke
About: Led by the smoky voice and songwriting of Cindy Lou Banks, Brooks Hill also features the elegant accompaniment guitar of Brad Price and Donny Wright's evocative bass work- and all three sing so well together!
Date: April 6
Show Number: 20-14
Artist: Three Together (2)
About: Grammy award winner guitarist Doug Smith, his talented wife Judy Koch Smith, and Don Mitchell combine for a fun program of virtuosic performances of Americana standards. Three part harmony deluxe!
Date: April 13
Show Number: 20-15
Artist: Lee Murdock
About: The great troubador of the Great Lakes, with stirring songs and stories from the inland seas of North America. Lee is an American treasure, a true poet of place and history.
Date: April 20
Show Number: 20-16
Artist: Radio Stranger: Woody Moran and Kelly Brightwell
About: A compelling mix of tradtional folk sounds and voices, with a contemporary twist and sensibility. Kelly and Woody do a superb job on their original compositions, many being considered for film and television use.
Date: April 27
Show Number: 20-17
Artist: Chuck Pyle
About: a reprise of one of the many programs this prolific, abundantly talented, charismatic artist recorded for "River City Folk", before his untimely passing in 2015. Truly remarkable songs and guitar accompaniment was Chuck's trademark.
Date: May 4
Show Number: 20-18
Artist: David Mallett (1)
About: Recorded live at the Alberta St. Public House in Portland Oregon, this appearance by the great Maine poet/songwriter spotlights the songs from his "Artist in Me" album, circa 2004.
Date: May 11
Show Number: 20-19
Artist: Bill and Kate Isles
About: This much loved duo from the upper Midwest are best known for their song "Hobos in the Roundhouse", from a tale told by Bill's father.
Date: May 18
Show Number: 20-20
Artist: Kevin Burke - Live at Artichoke
About: The quintessential Irish fiddle player for the Bothy Band and numerous other legendary ensembles regales us with tunes and stories from his life and tradition.
Date: May 25
Show Number: 20-21
Artist: Lauren Sheehan (2)
About: Lauren shines a spotlight on the wealth of traditional songs, as well as the role of women in keeping the tradition alive and vital.
Date: June 1
Show Number: 20-22
Artist: Cabin Fever Northwest
About: "If friendship had a soundtrack, this would be it". That phrase so accurately describes Diane Boschler's and Tara Caldwell's songs and attitude. Traditionally based, with more than a little Carter Family influence, these women from Bellingham Washington are an absolute delight with their eloquent original music, harmonies, and heartfelt delivery.
Date: June 8
Show Number: 20-23
Artist: Al Grierson
About: A songwriter's songwriter, revered in our creative community until his untimely passing. Al was "the poet laureate of Luckenbach Texas", and one of the most interesting folks I have ever met.
Date: June 15
Show Number: 20-24
Artist: Leela and Ellie Grace
About: Two sisters from opposite sides of the US these days, these women grew up steeped in traditional music and dance in Columbia, Missouri. Their harmonies and interpretations of backwoods music, along with their own songs, is moving and immediate.
Date: June 22
Show Number: 20-25
Artist: Andrew Calhoun (4)
About: Few have done more for folk music than Andrew Calhoun, founder of the now lamented and out of business "Waterbug" records from Chicago. A champion of singer/songwriters and an exquisite songwriter himself, Andrew continues to perform and promote music he believes it.
Date: June 29
Show Number: 20-26
Artist: Pretty Gritty
About: Originally from the east coast, this youthful duo performs incisive original songs, highlighted by fine harmonies and a sure sense of melody.
Date: July 6
Show Number: 20-27
Artist: 35th Anniversary Show!
About: In honor of our 35th Anniversary- ( River City Folk first aired on radio station KVNO in Omaha, NE July 3rd, 1985!)
“River City Folk” duets- guests with Tom May
Some of the most interesting and tuneful duets from the program, edited and mastered by Clete Baker and Dan Rhiger- including Tom joining Bill Staines, Bill Morrissey, Beppe Gambetta, Crow Johnsen, Lee Murdock, Steve Gillette and Cindy Mangsen, and many others.
Date: July 13
Show Number: 20-28
Artist: The Fare Thee Wells - Meridian Green and Rick Grumbacher
About: With the extensive song legacy of her father, folk legend Bob Gibson- and Rick Grumbacher playing Bob’s 12 string guitar- this duo sings sweet harmonies on stirring material.
Date: July 20
Show Number: 20-29
Artist: Haley Johnsen
About: An exciting Portland, Oregon artist beginning to make her mark in the contemporary Americana scene. From national television appearances to recording a CD at Abbey Road studios in London, Haley’s powerful voice and songs demand attention. Live at Artichoke in Portland Oregon, 2020!
Date: July 27
Show Number: 20-30
Artist: Tim Grimm
About: His incisive compositions about his native Indiana are finely wrought portraits of place. One of the more fascinating characters in acoustic music today, Tim also has a thriving acting career in television and movies.
Date: August 3
Show Number: 20-31
Artist: Woodlander
About: This trio from Portland Oregon combines their considerable instrumental prowess on a variety of acoustic instruments- with silky harmonies and wonderfully evocative original songs.
Date: August 10
Show Number: 20-32
Artist: Bill Staines
About: Another gem from our “River City Folk” archives, the quintessential folksinger from New Hampshire singing some of his best loved songs-beloved and sung by thousands.
Date: August 17
Show Number: 20-33
Artist: Best of Winterfolk 32
About: Some of the highlights from this 32nd annual concert, recorded at The Alberta Rose Theatre in Portland Oregon- featuring Tracy Grammer, Kate Power and Steve Einhorn, Tom May, and others.
Date: August 24
Show Number: 20-34
Artist: Casey Neill Trio
About: His lineup this time featured a virtuosic combination of players includes Hanz Araki, joining the prolific, peripatetic Casey Neill on his own and traditional compositions.
Date: August 31
Show Number: 20-35
Artist: Chris Kennedy
About: The Wyoming troubador with his elegant songs of the wide, windy plains and peaks of the magnificent American west and its people.
Date: September 7
Show Number: 20-36
Artist: Rik Palieri
About: An archival feature-From Vermont, Rik regales us with his travel tales and songs of a wandering, minstrel life- and of his mentors and friends, Pete Seegar and Utah Phillips. Presently, Rik has an entertaining, thoughtful memoir out of his memories and philosophy about this “music that makes a difference.”
Date: September 14
Show Number: 20-37
Artist: Claudia Schmidt
About: Another from our “River City Folk” archives, the great midwestern Chanteuse/songwriter/poet/ riveting performing artst- recorded live at Artichoke Music in Portland Oregon, circa 2003.
Date: September 21
Show Number: 20-28
Artist: Mary Flower
About: This is a long overdue 2nd appearance on "River City Folk". Mary Flower has been touring North America and the world with her finely wrought blues stylings for decades now, from New Orleans to the huge Portland, Oregon blues festival.
Date: September 28
Show Number: 20-29
Artist: True North - Kristen Grainger and Dan Wetzel
About: Recorded live at Artichoke in August 2020, Kristen and Dan have a new album of stunning original songs. Kristen’s smoky contralto blends with Dan’s impeccable harmonies and fluid guitar accompaniment on compositions from “ Ghost Tattoo”.
Date: October 5
Show Number: 20-40
Artist: Arianne Lydon
About: An archival program featuring the deeply affecting, compelling melodies and lyrics from this Wisconsin singer. Her original style sometimes combines both harp and twelve string, accompanying her haunting, unforgettable contralto voice.
Date: October 12
Show Number: 20-41
Artist: Sky in the Road (3)
About: Dan Rhiger and Rahmana Weist add spirituality and a sense of peace to their finely constructed original songs, accompanying their gorgeous vocals on guitars, mandolin, and harmonium.
Date: October 19
Show Number: 20-42
Artist: Michael Henchman
About: Live at Artichoke Music in Portland, Oregon2020, recorded 8/29, Michael’s songs are
carefully wrought portraits of geography and personality- with unusually eloquent 6 string guitar arrangements.
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Date: October 26
Show Number: 20-43
Artist: Hawkeye Herman
About: Based in the blues, but with a narrative style in his songwriting all his own- Hawkeye Herman has been touring the US from festivals to folk clubs for over 30 years.
Date: November 2
Show Number: 20-44
Artist: Danny Dollinger
About: Living lightly upon the earth and observing the poverty that seems to be endemic to our time in the big cities, Danny writes compelling songs about life on the streets and the less fortunate- or striving- among us.
Date: November 9
Show Number: 20-45
Artist: John Cowan Band
About: One of the most rousing bands to ever grace “River City Folk”, this iteration of the John Cowan band a founding member of New Grass Revival and now singing with the Doobie Brothers) is downright pyrotechnic in its prowess. Just try not to tap your feet to these guys!
Date: November 16
Show Number: 20-46
Artist: Anais Mitchell and Jefferson Hamer
About: This too-short-lived alliance between these two extraordinarily talented artists is an archival program from 2013- when they released a series of re-interpretations of classic Child’s ballads.
Date: November 23
Show Number: 20-47
Artist: Dan Weber (Live at Artichoke, 2020)
About: Dan’s music is a combination of the natural beauty of our national parks ( where he worked as a ranger for decades) and the characters and situations he has encountered in the years since he began writing and performing music full time. A brand new crop of songs from one of our favorites!
Date: November 30
Show Number: 20-48
Artist:Dennis Warner (3)
About: One of the hardest working men in acoustic music today, Dennis relentlessly tours and performs at concert venues, coffeehouses, and anywhere that folks spirits can be lifted by his thoughtful, optimistic songs. He has a brand new CD out, “Pilot Me”, receiving a great deal of airplay on folk radio across the U.S.
Date: December 7
Show Number: 20-49
Artist: Mark and Cindy Lemaire
About: This duo from Northern California left a lasting impression on us with their finely-constructed, melodic, exquisitely played and sung compositions. Mark is a master of “tapping” on the guitar, and it adds a unique dimension to their sound.
Date: December 14
Show Number: 20-50
Artist: Curtis and Loretta (4)
About: This beloved musical couple from Minnesota has been touring the US extensively for over 30 years, with their theme “When there’s good to be done”. They have been both catalysts for change and chroniclers of folks who have made a difference in their communities and nationally.
Date: December 21
Show Number: 20-51
Artist: The Rite of Spring - Live from Artichoke (2)
About: An archival program with one of the singularly important folk revival groups to ever emerge from the Pacific Northwest. This year, the beautiful voice of the group member Lynn Atwood was stilled- but we hear her again on in this rousing live performance.
Date: December 28
Show Number: 20-52
Artist: Best of River City Folk, 2020
About: Some of the best performances from the 35th year of this program- always focusing on “music that makes a difference”
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