Eliza Gilkyson

As a politically minded, poetically gifted sing-songwriter, who has become one of the most respected musicians in Folk and Americana music, Gilkyson has a lot to talk about. 

The breadth of Frisell’s performing and recording is a testament not only to his singular guitar conception, but his musical versatility as well. In this interview Captain Kief and Dr. Beard discuss with Frisell his performances at the Folk Festival in addition to his vast music career. 

Wil-Dog, the bassist of Ozomatli, sat down with KVSC to discuss Ozomatli’s history and how they got started after the riots in LA, their massive music career, his family associations with Minnesota and his love for the Minnesota music scene. 

Each song off of the album is a fresh cross-pollination of styles, genres and musical forms. In this interview Willy Porter discusses with the KVSC crew the brilliance of the Winnipeg Folk Festival and how enjoyable the workshops, performances and overall festival atmosphere is. 

That banjo, combined with her powerful vocals, launched Washburn’s entire Nashville-based career. If American old-time music is about taking earlier, simpler ways of life and music-making as one’s model, Abigail Washburn has proven herself to be a bracing revelation to that tradition. 

Luke Warm and the Cool Hands (also known as LWATCH) are a traditional bluegrass band from Minneapolis who play original music and bluegrass, folk and the occasional polka cover songs. Members include Charles Batko, Luke Kaster, Matthew Kaster, Mchael Periolat, Curtis Wilson and John Poquette. LWATCH is also performing on Monday Night Live on Sept. 12, 2011 at 10 p.m.

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Acclaimed singer, songwriter and guitarist Gary Louris of The Jayhawks performed at the Historic Paramount Theatre in St. Cloud on Saturday, June 11, 2011. The concert, organized by KVSC, was funded in part by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Grant.

Louris has built a loyal following at an international level with respect from critics and peers alike. Best known for his leading role with The Jayhawks, Louris is one of the most acclaimed and popular musicians to come out of the Minneapolis rock music scene. His release "Vagabonds" in 2008 marked Louris' formal launch as a solo artist.

Listen to this MusicCast as Station Manager Jo McMullen takes us through the music of Gary Louris and what was in store for the concert. Louris also discusses his current music projects and what's in store for the future.

Haley Bonar is a Minneapolis artist known for her alternative country and independent style. Bonar's new album "Golder" was recorded at the famous Pachyderm Studio in Cannon Falls, Minn. and represents her strive to become a better artist, growing with each song she writes. Listen to this MusicCast to learn more about her development as an artist and background on select songs.

The "History and Origins of Blues" scratches the surface on the creation of this toe-tapping music. Diving into the rich culture of different styles from field hollers to piedmont as well as covering some of the vital artists who helped shape the history of the blues. The "History and Origins of Blues" is an audio documentary by Aaron K that is sure to get your mojo working.

More Than Lights and Kanser will perform at Pioneer Place on Fifth Avenue in downtown St. Cloud in a special two-hour performance. The show starts at 8 p.m. Nov. 1, and will broadcast live on KVSC 88.1FM. The all-ages show is free and open to the public.

They're presenting their lastest tribute show at the Pioneer Place on 5th in March 2010.  Jo McMullen chats with these chaps about Crosby Stills Nash and Young's Deja Vu album. The album was released 40 years ago and still has relevance today.  The Collective Unconscious have treated us to the Beatles Abbey Road, Pet Sounds from the Beach Boys/Brian Wilson and Simon and Garfunkels Bridge Over Troubled Water.  Check out how they're going to treat us next with this podcast.  McMullen apologizes for giggles.

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George Maurer is a classically trained composer whose talent travels well beyond jazz. Listen to enjoy an intimate story of hard work, love of music and respectful collaboration.

Leading up to this exclusive interview with Jay Bentley, they start with a review of the lighter side of punk with the rock trio Vivian Girls. Then, Mike and Ben continue with their punk theme as they discuss The Bomb, the punk group out of Chicago. Ending this special edition of Crispy Critics is the exclusive interview.

Brown was feeling upbeat on this summmer day, coming off visiting friends in Superior, Wisconsin and on his way to investigate some nearby lakes for their fish content.

You can sense the connection Wayne and Fred make in this personal interview about the subject matter of Eaglesmith's songs (trains, guy stuff, farms, drinking), work ethic and life experiences.

Few songwriters have experienced and expressed the sinking depths and uplifting optimism of humanity like David Dondero, and his ability to shine a light on the human condition (his own included) is inspiring. Dondero is best known for his narrative tales of America. Having spent most of his life on the road, Dave uses his staggering lyrical talent to paint tales of life in the US of A through clever word play and sarcastic humor (as represented in the album title) about some of life’s most sensitive subjects.