CiTR -- Folk Oasis

CiTR -- Folk Oasis

Author: CiTR & Discorder Magazine Language: English Episodes: 100
Tune into CiTR--Folk Oasis for a deep and refreshing dive into the vast, often overlooked landscapes of folk music, far from the campfire sing-alongs. Curated by the team at CiTR & Discorder Magazine, this podcast explores the genre's rich intersections with contemporary society and culture, highlighting artists and traditions that push boundaries and tell compelling stories. Each episode feels like a curated mixtape or a late-night radio discovery, blending music with thoughtful commentary that examines the roots and evolving branches of folk. You'll hear everything from haunting traditional ballads and gritty protest songs to innovative cross-genre fusions, all selected for their authenticity and emotional resonance. The conversation within this folk oasis is as important as the music itself, offering context about the scenes and communities that produce these sounds. While the series is currently on hiatus, the existing archive remains a vital resource for anyone eager to move beyond the mainstream. This isn't background music; it's an invitation to listen closely and connect with the narrative heart of folk. Discover your next favorite artist and gain a deeper appreciation for how folk music continues to reflect and shape our world within every episode of this distinctive podcast.
Episodes
Broadcast on 15-Jan-2014 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:01:15
Tonight, for the first live session of 2014, we welcome Ari Shine + Adrienne Pierce, also known as The Royal Oui. They've both had successful solo careers over the years and have now released their first CD as a duo. Wat…
Broadcast on 08-Jan-2014 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:09:49
Welcome back to the Folk Oasis podcasts; this is podcast No. xxx (I lost track ages ago) and is the first one of 2014. Hope your year is going swell so far! No interviews or live session this week, just 2 hours and a bit…
Broadcast on 18-Dec-2013 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:50:30
Welcome to the last Folk Oasis of 2013! Seasonal treasures, some old(er), some new(er), even some on vinyl. Quebec, UK, Texas, BC, and elsewhere all represented. Longer version this week. At very end of podcast (if you m…
Broadcast on 11-Dec-2013 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:59:34
Radio debut of a new folk duo! Parlour Roller is two ex-pat Ontarians (Ontarioans?) Skye Wallace and Ben Doerksen, now resident in East Van. Lovely to meet them and learn about their upcoming BC pre-Xmas tour. You can fi…
Broadcast on 04-Dec-2013 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:03:44
I've been hearing a lot of good things through the grapevine (excuse the pun) about this band Good For Grapes. Turns out they're all true! Great guys and very energetic live set, even unplugged, in cramped quarters at Ci…
Broadcast on 27-Nov-2013 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:58:52
A hint of winter hangs in the air; hope you are all keeping warm, dry and toasty. Tonight's interviews included one with Jon Landry, of Halifax band The Stanfields. They have *two* shows coming up in Vancouver - one rock…
Broadcast on 20-Nov-2013 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:04:25
The 50th anniversary of the JFK assassination is coming up. Tonight we featured The Kennedy Suite, a rock opera/song cycle about that event, produced by the Cowboy Junkies and other Toronto musicians. Also from Toronto,…
Broadcast on 13-Nov-2013 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:58:48
Joining me for tonight's live session was Jess Hart, who commuted to UBC from Roberts Creek, BC on the Sunshine Coast. Had a lovely visit! Check out her music at http://jesshart.com We opened the show with a phone call t…
Broadcast on 06-Nov-2013 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:59:55
Tonight's live session was with two Calgarians who come to folk music from a punk angle. Great little session, hope you enjoy it, and maybe learn a thing or two about Calgary. Tomorrow Joni Mitchell turns 70! So I tried…
Broadcast on 30-Oct-2013 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:00:33
Yes, little ghosts and goblins, it's that time of year...No interviews, but 2 hours of holiday-themed music, with the odd technical difficulty (ghosts in the machine?). Where else can you hear Frank Zappa, Chuck Prophet,…

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