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FAI Folk Radio Charts – August 2024

Post published:September 13, 2024
Post author:Michael Kornfeld
Post category:Acoustic Radio Waves

House of Hamill had the top album (Wildfire), top song (“The Highwayman”), and was the most-played artist on folk radio during August 2024. So say charts compiled by Folk Alliance International based on radio playlists submitted to FOLKDJ-L, an electronic discussion group for DJs and others interested in folk-based music on the radio. Click on the headline to continue reading this article, view a couple of videos, and see the top albums, songs and artists charts that are posted monthly on AcousticMusicScene.com with permission.

Terrance Simien at NYC's Don't Tell Mama nightclub (Photo: Michael Kornfeld)

Folk and Roots Artists Showcase Their Talents During APAP Conference in New York City

Post published:January 20, 2019
Post author:Michael Kornfeld
Post category:Conferences of Note News - Northeast U.S.

Dozens of performers from the folk, roots and singer-songwriter communities showcased their talents during the annual conference of the Association of Performing Arts Professionals (APAP) that took place January 4-8. The global multidisciplinary performing arts marketplace and conference drew several thousand arts professionals from throughout the U.S. and many other countries to New York City. [To continue reading this article, click on the headline.]

Celtic Classic On Tap for Sept. 24-26 in Bethlehem, PA

Post published:September 19, 2010
Post author:Michael Kornfeld
Post category:Celtic Corner Festival Focus

Throngs of people are expected to converge on Historic Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Sept. 24-26, for the 23rd annual Celtic Classic. Presented by the nonprofit Celtic Cultural Alliance, the free event is a celebration of the Irish, Scottish and Welsh cultures and heritage. [To view the article, click on the headline.]

Burning Bridget Cleary is Top Winner in Celtic Radio Music Awards

Post published:April 7, 2010
Post author:Michael Kornfeld
Post category:Acoustic Radio Waves Awards & Contests Celtic Corner

Burning Bridget Cleary, a contemporary Celtic group from southeast Pennsylvania, has won Album of the Year and two other honors in the 2009 Celtic Radio Music Awards. [To read the entire article, click on the headline.]

Ann Arbor Folk Festival Slated for Jan. 29-30

Post published:December 17, 2009
Post author:Michael Kornfeld
Post category:Festival Focus

Tickets are currently on sale for the Ann Arbor Folk Festival that takes place January 29-30 at Hill Auditorium in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Now in its 33rd year, the two-night event featuring traditional and contemporary artists is a fundraiser for The Ark, Ann Arbor’s nonprofit home for folk, roots and ethnic music. [To read the entire article, click on the headline.]