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Woodsongs 771: Lisa Biales and The Barefoot Movement Feb 13, 2015

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LISA BIALES who is known for her clear-as-a-bell singing voice, has been dubbed, fittingly, “Belle of the Blues.� This Ohio native over the past several years has been busy recording and singing the Blues. She released her 9th album which has been nominated for a Blues Blast Music Award for Acoustic Blues Album. Francis Ford Coppola enjoyed a Lisa Biales performance so much so that he cast her in his film, “Twixt,� where Biales portrays a waitress named Ruth (and *Bonus) she picks up the guitar and sings.� THE BAREFOOT MOVEMENT have been making waves in the folk world since the release of their 2011 debut album. Hailing from Johnson City, Tennessee, this ensemble mixes original and traditional numbers, complete with all the elements that make up the Barefoot sound: lush harmonies, thoughtful instrumentation, and memorable melodies. The band are award winners at the 2013 Telluride Bluegrass Festival and were asked by the American Embassy to perform in Burkina Faso, Africa. The band has just released a new EP of traditional songs they sing in concert that are fan favorites.

Woodsongs 770: Crowder and The Collection Feb 13, 2015

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CROWDER is the critically acclaimed artist and songwriter�whose unique blend of folk/pop/electronica style combined with his outstanding musicianship, profound lyrics, and intricate songcraft creates a sound that any fan of a catchy tune can appreciate.�Long embraced for his tenure as the frontman of the wildly progressive group David Crowder Band, the band sold over 2 million albums, 2.9 million digital tracks, and had 11 Top 10 albums on Billboard's Christian Albums Chart, including four that reached #1. Crowder celebrated the release of his solo debut album 'Neon Steeple' with a Top 10 entry on the Billboard 200, hitting No. 9. THE COLLECTION are an incredible new folk collective. The group, lead by lead vocalist and guitarist�David Wimbish, prides itself as a community of artists, nurses, farmers, students, and everyone in between living life together. The majority of its members live on the same street (if not in the same house) in the heart of Greensboro, North Carolina, employing an assortment of instruments from drum and bass to phin and didgeridoo. Ranging from 13-18 members depending on the day, the band has just released a powerful new album titled�'Ars Moriendi'.

Woodsongs 769: Gaelic Storm and Billy Strings & Don Julin Feb 13, 2015

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GAELIC STORM blends indie-folk and world grooves with Celtic tradition. The group�s ability to deftly incorporate a rock sensibility into their sound affords them rare crossover appeal. In recent years, they�ve performed on the same bill with acts ranging from Zac Brown Band and the Goo Goo Dolls to Emmylou Harris and Lyle Lovett, at events as varied as the Telluride Bluegrass Festival and Milwaukee�s Summerfest. With catalog sales of more than 1 million, the group has now had four consecutive albums debut at #1 on the Billboard World Albums Chart. The band is celebrating 10 years of music with a new best of CD titled 'Full Irish'. BILLY STRINGS & DON JULIN play traditional American string band music with energy levels usually associated with extreme sports. A typical set includes haunting Appalachian songs, righteous gospel standards, and blazing bluegrass instrumentals. Honoring the musical traditions of Doc Watson, Bill Monroe, Ralph Stanley, and Jimmy Martin, these boys will take you back to that high lonesome sound of yesterday�s bluegrass. This is your grandaddy�s bluegrass delivered with a pedal to the metal intensity of a moonshine runner. Their latest is 'Fiddle Tune X'.

Woodsongs 768: Chris Smither and Grace Askew Feb 13, 2015

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CHRIS SMITHER is a profound songwriter that draws deeply from the blues, American folk music, modern poets, and philosophers. His song "Love Me Like A Man" became a signature song for Bonnie Raitt with the release of her second album in 1972. Chris is celebrating 50 years in music with a brand new, career-spanning retrospective 'Still on the Levee' recorded in New Orleans. He's also releasing a book of his lyrics 'Chris Smither Lyrics 1966 � 2013' and an all-star tribute record to Chris is in the works for a fall release with Josh Ritter, Bonnie Raitt, Loudon Wainwright III, and more. GRACE ASKEW has called the Delta her home her entire life, drawing much of her inspiration from the muddy, rural roots of her hometown of Memphis. Over the past 4 years the road has been a mainstay for Askew as she continuously pushes herself to travel, sharing her music with all walks of life via self-booked and self-promoted tours. Most recently, Grace was on team Blake Shelton of NBC's The Voice (season 4) which took her all the way to the final 32 and was later deemed a top 3 favorite contestant by Yahoo Music and RollingStone.com. Her new album 'Scaredy Cat' was recorded at Sun Studios and highlights her smoky vocals with spare arragements that are distinctive Americana.

Woodsongs 767: Dom Flemons and Bryan Sutton Feb 13, 2015

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DOM FLEMONS is the "American Songster," pulling from traditions of old-time folk music to create new sounds. Having performed music professionally since 2005, he has played live for over one million people just within the past three years. As part of the Carolina Chocolate Drops, which he co-founded with Rhiannon Giddens and Justin Robinson, he won a GRAMMY for its 2011 album 'Genuine Negro Jig' and was nominated for its most recent album, 'Leaving Eden', in 2012. A multi-instrumentalist, Dom plays banjo, guitar, harmonica, fife, bones, bass drum, snare drum and quills, in addition to singing. Dom has just released his third solo release titled 'Prospect Hill'. BRYAN SUTTON is one of the most sought after acoustic guitarists on the planet. Born in Asheville, North Carolina, Sutton entered the bluegrass world in 1995 as a member of Ricky Skaggs' Kentucky Thunder band, playing on two Grammy award winning records. After his tenure with Skaggs, Bryan went on to build a career as a top studio guitarists in Nashville. His playing can be heard along side such names as Keith Urban, Dolly Parton, Taylor Swift, and Harry Connick Jr. His fourth solo release 'Into My Own' was just released by Sugar Hill Records. Casey Campbell, Sam Grisman and Mike Barnett will accompany Bryan on his WoodSongs appearance.

Woodsongs 766: Lee Ann Womack Feb 13, 2015

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LEE ANN WOMACK is the Grammy-winning vocalist whose 'Call Me Crazy, I Hope You Dance' and the 2005 Country Music Association Album of the Year 'There�s More Where That Came From' are among modern country�s most acclaimed albums. It's been almost seven years since this Jacksonville, Texas native has released new music. Her eagerly anticipated Sugar Hill Records debut, 'The Way I�m Livin', is an unvarnished collection of songs by some of America�s most progressive songwriter/artists. Recorded almost completely live, the album is made purely for the sake of the songs and the spark of the musical performances.

Woodsongs 765: The Holmes Brothers and Chatham County Line Feb 13, 2015

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THE HOLMES BROTHERS are true treasures of American roots music. For 35 years, The Holmes Brothers� joyous and moving blend of blues, gospel, soul, R&B, rock �n� roll and country has been captivating audiences around the world. Their spine-tingling three-part harmony singing, mixing Wendell�s gruff and gravelly vocals with Popsy�s soaring falsetto and Sherman�s rich baritone, brings the spirit of gospel-inflected deep soul music into every song they perform. The band�s new Alligator Records album, 'Brotherhood' is another stellar chapter in The Holmes Brothers� storied and still-evolving history. CHATHAM COUNTY LINE enters their second decade as an ensemble, the band bring a deep reverence for traditional American roots music and timeless bluegrass instrumentation to insightful, poetic original songs that are powerfully contemporary yet rich with the complex resonance of their southern heritage. Over the course of six studio albums and performances around the world, they have pursued a singular style that is entirely their own, yet connects with audiences from all walks. 'Tightrope' is the title of the band's new album released on Yep Roc Records.

Woodsongs 764: Judy Collins and Ari Hest Feb 13, 2015

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JUDY COLLINS has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism. In the 1960s, she evoked both the idealism and steely determination of a generation united against social and environmental injustices. Five decades later, her luminescent presence shines brightly as new generations bask in the glow of her iconic 50-album body of work, and heed inspiration from her spiritual discipline to thrive in the music industry for half a century. This folk icon's latest release is a very special concert album 'Live in Ireland'. This unforgettable concert includes a mix of Judy s most well known hits and traditional Irish songs PLUS duets with Irish singer Mary Black and NY singer-songwriter Ari Hest. ARI HEST is an American singer-songwriter and a native of Riverdale in the Bronx borough of New York. His music has been featured on numerous television shows and NPR's "All Things Considered." He's also scored a film called 'Dreamriders,' which won several independent film awards. Ari's latest is his eight studio release titled 'Shouts and Whispers'. It's a non-typical collection of tracks that ultimately form a cohesive narrative. With songs of sadness and resignation giving way to lucidity and catharsis, Hest's introspection and intelligence are on display, creating moments of magic within his poetic, spare lyrics and backing them up with his ear for haunting melodies.

Woodsongs 763: NRBQ and Sundy Best Feb 13, 2015

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NRBQ is legendary roots rock band formed by pianist Terry Adams in his Louisville, KY home. The band released its self-titled debut album for Columbia Records in 1969. Forty-five years later, after more than 20 studio albums, more than a dozen live albums and numerous compilations, not to mention countless, and legendary, live performances around the world, NRBQ will release a new studio album, 'Brass Tacks'. Recorded with Terry Adams on keyboards and vocals, Scott Ligon on guitar and vocals, Conrad Choucroun on drums and Casey McDonough on bass and vocals, 'Brass Tacks' is brimming with swinging rhythms, sweet vocals, and sparkling sound. The dozen new tunes, served up in the unique Q mix of pop, rock, jazz, country, and more SUNDY BEST crafts music that re-imagines timeless classic rock of the �70s and �80s � think the Eagles and the smart, whiskey-voiced lyrics of Tom Petty and Bob Seger. With Nick on guitar and Kris on cajon, Sundy Best takes that sound, modernizes it in their own unique way by borrowing hints of country and bluegrass, to make it personal. This duo began as a high energy Lexington, Kentucky bar act. As kids coming up together in Eastern Kentucky, they played music in church and formed their own band in high school. Now the band has just released their new album 'Bring Up The Sun', performed on the Grand Ole Opry and made quite an impression on many over the past few months as they have traveled beyond the borders of their Kentucky home to hit the national touring circuit.

Woodsongs 762: Carlene Carter and Jason D. Williams Feb 13, 2015

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CARLENE CARTER was born into country-music royalty as the daughter of 1950s country superstar Carl Smith and June Carter Cash. Her grandmother is “Mother� Maybelle Carter of the original Carter Family trio.. Starting in 1978, Carlene begin to forge her own musical legacy. She has recorded twelve albums and has three No.�3-peaking hits including "I Fell in Love" and "Every Little Thing". 'Carter Girl' is the first album of new recordings this decade from this Americana legend and her personal homage to the Carter Family legacy. Produced by Don Was,�the album revisits both classic Carter Family repertoire as well as original songs that reflect Carlene�s direct connection to her roots. JASON D. WILLIAMS has been called "the worlds greats piano player" and is a wild man onstage. This dynamic piano player from Memphis has the same musical innovation and on the edge attitude as Jerry Lee Lewis (his father) and Elvis. From Classical to Rockabilly to Country to Jazz and on to Rock & Roll, his performances are unique, talented and full of raw energy. Jason had has just released a new Dale Watson-produced album 'Hillbillies and Holy Rollers' that pays homage to his lifelong Sun Records influences. You�ll hear some originals and some interesting

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