Category: Podcasts

Jim Magill- Director of Warren Wilson College’s Swannanoa Gathering

We spoke to Jim Magill about the beginning of the Swannanoa Gathering, what the course offers, the best feedback he’s ever received and more!

David Holt 6-14-16

David Holt was in the studio and we discussed songcollecting, his latest album, and more! Check out David Holt Saturday at Isis Restaurant and Music Hall!

Von Grey 6-3-16

Check out this exclusive Studio [AVL] session with the band talking about their beginnings, writing for a new album, upcoming shows and more!

Masankho Banda at LEAF 5-15-16

We spoke with Malaiwian artist Masankho Banda after his performance at LEAF on Sunday about his beginnings, culture, and he sings an a capella song. Check it out!

Jon Stickley Trio at LEAF 5-13-16

Join us as the Jon Stickley Trio talks about their beginnings, Friday the 13th suspicions and more! Also a great surprise fiddle tune!

Butch Trucks 4-20-16

Listen to our interview with Butch Trucks as he talks about his beginnings with the Allmans, his career with the Allman Brothers and more!

Josh Ritter 5-18-16 EXTENDED INTERVIEW

Josh joined us in studio for an interview/performance in front of a small crowd of VIP ticket holders. He spoke about his beginnings, inspirations, and more!

Amanda Anne Platt 5-19-16

Here’s a great interview with Amanda Anne Platt of the Honeycutters regarding her start, writing process, and more!

Hot Tuna 4-19-16

We talked to Jorma Kaukanen of Hot Tuna about his beginnings, his “desert island” album pics and more!

Rhiannon Giddens 4-12-16 Extended Interview

Rhiannon Giddens joined us in studio for two songs- one on banjo and one a capella (a first in Studio [AVL] history). She spoke about her musical family, performing at Mount Airy, plans for the future and more!

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