Broadcast on 04-Dec-2013

Broadcast on 04-Dec-2013

Author: CiTR & Discorder Magazine December 5, 2013 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 CiTR. Local heroes, or soon to be. Get to their Vogue Theatre show Dec. 14 for future "I saw 'em when.." bragging rights.
Also played some vintage Dave Van Ronk to warm you folks up for the next Coen Bros. movie, which is loosely based on his life and music.
Keep warm everyone! Big cold front moving in, we may see some actual pre-Xmas snow here in Vancooolver.
Thanks for listening,
Val folkoasis@gmail.com

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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

CiTR -- Folk Oasis
Podcast Episodes
Broadcast on 22-Oct-2014 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:51:36
You're listening to this after the fact of course, but October 22 was a difficult day for all Canadians. A few of tonight's selections reflect this programmer's mood. Mostly I brought you tunes from artists who will be p…
Broadcast on 15-Oct-2014 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:59:26
Slowly working my way through the pile of new releases that came across my desk recently. So many good tunes! Hope you enjoy tonight's eclectic two hours.It's been awhile, but I did a live phone interview, with Kitchener…
Broadcast on 08-Oct-2014 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:58:00
I'm back from Europe! Part of me still on a warm beach on the Greek Islands, but also happy to be sleeping in own bed again. Lots of new music tonight! As well as a taste of Greece, and a little Kate Bush.It's Thanksgivi…
Broadcast on 01-Oct-2014 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:59:44
Thanks to Matt of CiTR's Stranded (Australian-Canadian music) for filling in this week. He did a great job, and I see from playlist there is a feature interview with one of my fave Aussie artists, Paul Kelly! I'm uploadi…
Broadcast on 24-Sep-2014 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:00:16
Many thanks to Gary (aka GAK) from Exploding Head Movies for filling in this week. I see from his playlist that he took up my "Greek" challenge. Also featured, an interview with Fish and Bird, and I think one with Duncan…
Broadcast on 17-Sep-2014 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:59:44
I'm away in the UK and Greece until October, and apparently this show has gone "to the birds"! Thanks to Paul Norton (Code Blue) for filling in and providing an interesting playlist. Indeed the birds are chirping here to…
Broadcast on 10-Sep-2014 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:58:56
Tonight we had the honour of a live session with Steve Normandin, an amazing accordéoniste from Montréal. He will be at this weekend's Accordion Noir Festival. Organizer and squeezebox afficionado Rowan Lipkovits gave us…
Broadcast on 03-Sep-2014 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:01:09
Welcome back students*! Another two hours of eclectic folk tunes this week, no interviews. Featured festival is Victoria's Rifflandia, which takes place Sept. 11-14. Lots of other local shows on the calendar, so we conce…
Broadcast on 27-Aug-2014 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:57:31
On the last of Vancouver's hot August nights, music to soothe, inspire, cool your furrowed brow! Long weekend is coming up..whether you're at the PNE, Bumbershoot, or (this week's featured fest) the True North Fraser Blu…
Broadcast on 20-Aug-2014 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:58:16
Welcome to another two eclectic kumbaya-free hours of folk/roots music! Tonight I had a chat with local singer-songwriter (and leader of Kingsgate Chorus) Jenny Ritter. Also in the mix: a volcano song, a baseball set, an…