WEXT Podcast

Caffe Lena House Manager Carolyn Shapiro called in to talk about the new Josh Ritter song and video at the Caffe Lena Late Night sessions on YouTube. She also talked all about the Stay Home Sessions happening nightly at 8pm at their YouTube channel.

We recently checked in with our dear friends Melanie Krahmer and Rich Libutti of Local 518 band SIRSY to see how they are doing. The duo average over 60,000 miles per year criss-crossing America. But amid COVID-19, these road warriors, like many others, have parked their van and begun performing virtual concerts as a way to stay connected with their fans, providing a sort of musical comfort food for all of us.

Every 2 minutes somewhere in the world, a child is diagnosed with cancer. All day, every day - about the time needed to log onto your laptop, order a coffee, or brush your teeth. It’s also about the time it takes to have your head shaved to support childhood cancer research.

Raised in rural Clifton Park (when it still was rural of course) Local 518 artist Matt Smith is now based in Austin, TX. With over 30 years in the music business as a performer, teacher, producer, songwriter, and author he now deems a new title, philanthropist. Matt Smith shares stories of his inspiring work with children recovering from addiction and offering music lessons in both english and spanish via his YouTube channels. He also shares information on four new albums he'll be releasing this year. Ending the interview are three pieces of advice that show a wisdom born of a full life.

Local 518 Artist and activist Taina Asili has accomplished many things following the release of her latest album Resiliencia. She sits down with Eva to share news about her award winning documentaries, creating a new anthem, and a forthcoming music video.

Low Lily's latest album, "10,000 Days Like This," is pushing two years old. But its members, Flynn Cohen, Liz Simmons and Lissa Schneckenburger haven't been idle. In between projects, they work on solo efforts that, as Liz says "add to the palate that is the basis of Low Lily."

Rochmon Record Club is a special experience. Fans of music gather to hear all about a favorite artist, a favorite record. Chuck brings everyone together to listen to an entire album as if "for the first time."

Chuck Vosganian puts his heart and soul into his Rochmon Record Club presentations. As Chuck says, join them to listen to the album together for the first time, again. In this episode, we discuss the powerhouse that is Cream, and their amazing album "Disraeli Gears."

Chuck Vosganian of Rochmon Record Club dropped by to talk about one of the best albums EVER. Carole King's "Tapestry" might be one of those albums you could consider "perfect." Several hits line both sides, even the "B-tracks" are solid!

Michael Eck and I love to chat about music. We both share a love of "lists," especially ones that can cause a bit of controversy. And there seems to be no more controversy than when the list of nominees for the Rock Hall come out - save for when we have the final list of who will be inducted into the Rock Hall (May 2nd, 2020).