One of the only recent bright spots in Americana radio is the recent addition of WMOT, serving the greater Nashville area. Craig Havighurst has been there from the beginning and has a genuine passion for the unique art of radio […]
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W.B. Walker lives in the small mountain community of Dingess, West Virginia, and he is also a freight train conductor. His podcasts are very popular and uniquely brilliant! And he knows how to use social networks to promote his shows. […]
I’ve known Long John for a number of years, radio people being somewhat clannish, and we share a fascination with radio and old school ’70s “progressive country” songs. He’s a bit of a outlaw who now has his own low-power station! […]
Daniel Rayzel is a native of Brazil who came to the U.S. with his family when he was only 3 years old. At 20 now, he is also probably our youngest DJ to be featured. He’s studying journalism with a minor in documentary […]
I’m always open to interviewing DJs, artists, and other industry types. This week, thanks to a suggestion from Compass Records’ Christina Dunkley, we have our first SiriusXM DJ. Please feel free to contact me with any suggestions you may have. Bill […]
Of all the DJs and artists I’ve interviewed in these Radio Friendly columns, I probably know this guy the best. In fact, he helped me get hired at KRSH, so I guess I owe him this at least. As you […]
North Carolina singer-songwriter Caleb Caudle has a demeanor that gives me a sense that he’s calm yet confident. I was surprised that he’s only put out a few albums. His songs evoke the maturity of an old soul. Bill Frater: What got you started […]
Years ago at a music conference in Memphis, I met Nancy Apple and asked her about Al Green’s church in town. She kindly brought me there that Sunday on my way to the airport. Seeing the legendary singer on the […]
I’ve known Leslie for many years through our Americana radio connection. I really respect her honesty and passion for saving shelter animals. She always seems to be willing to adopt dogs who need a home. Bill Frater: What got you started in the […]
Laurie Lewis has been at the forefront of women in bluegrass music for many years and her new album with her band the Right Hands was just nominated for a Grammy Award. The Hazel and Alice Sessions celebrates the music of two of […]
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