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Interviews & Sessions
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Laura Johnson has been working under the name Girl Love these past few years. She's a queer, indie-folk musician with some very powerful songs, including a new protest song she performs in this episode. -
Juliana of Canella shared the story behind the band's latest song. The true story of how one of her music teachers was grooming her and how she managed to break free. Juliana's is a story of resilience and triumph over a desperate situation. -
Joe Deuel is the guy in the back corner of Caffe Lena, huddled over a control console fiddling with the faders. And that fiddling makes the amazing sound we hear up there each night. And he's been doing that and taking pictures for five decades! -
Michael Eck is traveling to Memphis to participate in the International Blues Challenge. He won the solo/duo challenge put on by the Capital Region Blues Network at Caffe Lena. He's off to Memphis the week of Jan 7 through 13. -
Sawyer Fredericks will be at Saratoga NYE in the City Center. We discuss his new album coming in 2025, songwriting and more. -
17 year old, Skylar Erin shares her inspirations and her songs. -
Folk Alliance International works to define and promote folk music around the world. We talk with FAI executive director Jennifer Roe about how they do that. -
Julia Alsarraf's new song is out on December 21. See her Solstice show, and hear all about her new album. Details in the interview. -
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Amelie is one half of the duo Question of the Century. She had some new songs, and wanted to play a cover of one of her favorite artists. We took up residence in the Caffe Lena Green Room for this session.
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.
