Saintseneca, the folk-rock quartet out of Columbus, Ohio, stopped by on a return trip through Bloomington to play a few songs off their spring 2014 release Dark Arc. Led by songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Zac Little, the band works with acoustic instrumentation, foot-stomping melody, and wistful Appalachian-tinged vocals that have recently characterized many popular hipster-folk acts, yet their songs defy “Ho! Hey!” vapidity. In conversation with host Katie Moulton, the band discusses the DIY scene in Columbus, the strangest venue they ever played, and what to expect from their live shows (hint: it involves bodily fluids).

Hosted by Katie Moulton

Originally aired on April 14, 2014

Canadian Lindi Ortega is a girl from the north country, but in attitude, voice, and chops, she could pass for the raven-haired progeny of Dolly Parton. Ortega released two albums in one year, Cigarettes and Truckstops and Tin Star, both of which have been hits among WFHB’s deejays. In conversation with host Katie Moulton, Ortega introduced us to her new custom guitar, Sanchez, and discussed the unlikely way she got turned on to country music, bad dates, what it takes to make it in Nashville, and much more.

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Hosted by Katie Moulton

Originally aired live on April 3, 2014

Aoife O’Donovan performs and an exclusive Firehouse Session and talks with our host, Jim Manion.

Originally aired on March 24, 2014.

Julianna Barwick performs in studio for our Firehouse Sessions series. As a one-woman-show, she captivates audiences with her beautifully haunting vocal loops and lush keys.

Firehouse Sessions bring you the best local, national and international musical acts for intimate performances and exclusive interviews.

Otaak Band, consisting of a coalition of Indiana resident Miguel Merino and Sudanese Ahmed Said Abuamna, join us for our Firehouse Session series to preform their unique compositions made up of percussion, vocals and the exotic masankop.