Local 518 Marty Wendell has been making music for decades. Even at 80, he's still rockin'! New album is out, and it's called "Telecaster Cowboy." Hear all about it in this interview.
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The Inaugural WEXT Local 518 Fest is coming to Music Haven on Saturday, July 26 from 2 until 930pm. Schenectady's Central Park will rock with Local 518 artists, food trucks and more!
Interviews & Sessions
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Jenny Owen Youngs came to play her first show at Caffe Lena. On her way to it, she made a stop at WEXT to remind us how great her "Avalanche" album is.
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Deb Vincent of the Capital Pride board talked with me about this year's festivities. A lot going on.
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Adirondack folk artist Josh Clevenstein shares stories behind his new songs inspired by friendship, healing, and mountain life, breaking writer’s block with music and community support.
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Memphis-based family band Southern Avenue play Lark Hall Friday, May 23rd.
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Christine Bilé attended the College of St Rose and is from Pittsfield. You may see her at shows throughout the region.
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Annie & The Hedonists stopped by to discuss their new live recording, songs, and more. See them at Caffe Lena for the release on May 31.
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Folk singer, Joe Jencks dropped by to talk all about Utah Phillips and play a few songs, including a brand new song that pays direct homage to the legend of Utah Phillips. See Joe and his friends in the 90th birthday tribute concert for Utah Phllips at Caffe Lena on Thursday, May 15th.
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Celebrate the 55th anniversary of the seminal album "Deja Vu" from CSNY with Matt Plummer and some other great Local 518 musicians who are coming together to highlight this amazing album.
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Amy Ryan Band has just released their second album, "Brighter & Brighter," and it is already storming up the blues and roots music charts - and getting played around the world! We are so lucky to have great Local 518 musicians like these folks.
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We had High Peaks Bluegrass Band drop by to play a few songs and talk about their evolution as a band.
Live performances and conversations with Local 518 musicians. Each week, we highlight a different Local 518 artist in session. Thursdays at 930pm.
From the R&B and soul of the '50s and '60s to the dance beat of the '70s, Chris Wienk brings you a weekly exploration into the roots of rock 'n roll.
Fridays at 9pm, Saturdays at 11pm.
Fridays at 9pm, Saturdays at 11pm.