DJ for Folkadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Folkadelphia, hosted by Fred Knittel, is heard Wednesday from 10-11 PM. The show explores the world of folk, Americana, country, and more, old and new, ranging from the fringe to the familiar to the freaky and everything in between. Each week also features highlights from in-studio sessions with new and emerging artists.
Latest Album Reviews
Review of Distant Song
Album Info: Distant Song
Fred Farell Album: Distant Song Label: Whaling City Sound Genre(s): Contemporary Jazz Posted By: Joe Ross
Apr 16, 2018
Review
"Distant Song” is a project of reflective music featuring the lyrics and vocals of Fred Farell set to relaxing music of Dave Liebman and Richie Beirach. The vocalist’s jazz journey began in New Jersey and New York in the 1970s. He met and studied with pianist/composer Beirach who encouraged him to write lyrics and become familiar with the early compositions of Dave Liebman (who plays saxophone and recorder on this album). Drawn to their music and improvisations, Farell’s storylines began to take root and bloom. Despite a 40-year hiatus from the jazz community after a spiritual awakening, Farell has now rekindled his creative vision to record his lyrics and expressive baritone with the other musicians’ early compositions. Two instrumentals are also offered. On this dreamy, meditative album, the lyrics are poetic and tap the writer’s inner soul, thoughts
Low Lily Album: 10,000 Days Like These Label: Mad River Genre(s): Contemporary Folk Posted By: Duane Verh
Apr 15, 2018
Review
New England acoustic trio Low Lily brandish their formidable individual folk foundations within a collective sound that’s as smart with sense of pop phrasing and flair as it is roots-savvy. Fiddler Lissa Schneckenburger, guitarist Liz Simmons and guitarist/mandolinist Flynn Cohen match their fret and fingerboard skills with varied vocal blends that maintain a freshness throughout this set. Standout tracks include “Sovay”, “Full Grown Love” and “Dark Skies Again”.
Becky Buller Album: Crêpe Paper Heart Label: Dark Shadow Genre(s): Contemporary Bluegrass Posted By: Joe Ross
Apr 15, 2018
Review
Becky Buller’s “Crêpe Paper Heart” is a polished, richly rewarding set of new bluegrass. Buller had a hand in writing all but the bonus track. Sterling vocals, sweet harmony and masterful instrumental work give us a lush, lilting musical journey from start to finish. Her lyrics can be evocative, graceful and balladic. The album mainly features past and present members of the Becky Buller Band. That includes Ned Luberecki (banjo), Prof. Dan Boner (mandolin, guitar, vocals), Brandon Bostic (guitar), Daniel "Hulk" Hardin (bass, vocals), and Nate Lee (fiddle). Special guests include Sam Bush, The Fairfield Four, Rob Ickes, Claire Lynch, Stephen and Jana Mougin, Frank Solivan, Rhonda Vincent, and Erin Youngberg. The award-winning Buller writes, sings, plays with strong assurance. Whether taking on themes nostalgic or picturesque, she evokes confidence.
Western Centuries Album: Songs from the Deluge Label: Free Dirt Genre(s): Americana Country Posted By: Duane Verh
Apr 8, 2018
Review
All the strengths that emerged on Western Centuries’ previous offering, Weight Of The World, return in greater measure on their latest. Triple-threat frontmen/songwriters Cahalen Morrison, Jim Miller and Ethan Lawton each deliver lyrical payoffs that up the already high value of such a roadhouse-ready sound. Harmonies ain’t shabby either. Standouts include “Three Swallows”, “Far From Home”, “Wild Birds” and “Time Does The Rest”.
Ma Polaine's Great Decline Album: The Outsider Label: OMH Genre(s): Jazzy BluesBlues Posted By: Duane Verh
Apr 7, 2018
Review
The pairing of Beth Packer’s enchanting, instantly distinctive vocal style and the always sparing accompaniment, never much more than partner Clinton Hough’s ideally suited guitar atmospherics, make for a most original appropriation of blues, jazz and other things- and one compelling and unique musical presence. Ms. Packer’s lyric sets, frequently dark but not always so, lie in wait, providing a second wave of seduction. Standout tracks on a fascinating set overall include “Carousel”, “Monster Swan Blues” and “Gonna Be Rain”.
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