Podcast appearances and mentions of Ken Whiteley

In this episode Rosalyn sits down with Ben Whiteley, a talented bassist and multi-instrumentalist from Toronto. Ben comes from a family of professional musicians and has an impressive career performing with renowned artists such as Basia Bulat, Julia Jacklin, and Sarah Harmer. He has also made appearances on NPR's Tiny Desk concerts and various international festivals. Ben dives into his musical journey, starting from his early experiences as a teenager in a rock band to his first paid gig at the Rivoli in Toronto. Ben shares how his father, Ken Whiteley, played a crucial role in his development as a musician and how performing with him helped him find his own path as a side player. They discuss the importance of being present on stage and the joy that comes from making music together. Ben shares valuable insights on embracing mistakes and finding the balance between precision and spontaneity in live performances. He also reflects on the role of entertainment in music and the responsibility of bringing joy and connection to the audience. The conversation takes an interesting turn as they explore Ben's additional roles as a tour manager for artists like Basia Bulat and the Weather Station. He explains how diversifying his responsibilities as a musician has helped him support artists in a more comprehensive way while navigating the challenges of touring. Join Rosalyn and Ben in this insightful episode as they uncover the intricacies of a musician's life and the various roles they play on and off the stage.____________________Ben Whiteley is a Toronto-based multi-instrumentalist. Born into a family of professional musicians, he developed his musical sensibilities at a young age. By 18, he was performing regularly with his father, Canadian roots artist and producer, Ken Whiteley. Since then, Ben has recorded and performed internationally with revered artists including Basia Bulat, Julia Jacklin, The Weather Station, Sarah Harmer, Hannah Georgas, Tim Baker, Fred Penner and Raffi. He has performed on multiple Juno award-winning and Polaris shortlist records and has preformed on NPR's Tiny Desk, Jools Holland, Jimmy Kimmel, Austin City Limits, KEXP, Q on CBC, and most major international folk and rock festivals.Follow Ben on Social Media: Instagram______________Presented by Folk Music OntarioHosted by Rosalyn DennettProduced by Kayla Nezon (Folk Music Ontario), Rosalyn Dennett (Folk Music Ontario), Tim Fraser + Tanya Fraser (Murdoch Entertainment)Recorded by Kayla Nezon, and Jordan Moore of The Pod CabinEdited by Jordan Moore of The Pod CabinTheme music “Amsterdam” by King CardiacArtwork by Jaymie KarnThe ReFolkUs Project is made possible through the generous support of the Department of Canadian Heritage

Join us on Episode 662 of Folk Roots Radio for another selection of the latest new releases. This time around, all the tracks come from Canadian artists, and, we are pleased to include our first play from “O Sun O Moon”, the critically acclaimed new album from Bruce Cockburn. We also check out music from Alexis Normand, April Verch & Cody Walters, Bryan Butler, James Gray, Meredith Moon, Duke & Goldie, Del Barber, Lennie Gallant, Glencoe Station(featuring Glen MacNeil), Pete Eastmure, Jason Lang, Desiree Dorion, Propter Hawk and Ken Whiteley. Enjoy! If you like the artists you hear on this show and want to support them, don't just stream their music – BUY their music, and then you'll really make a difference to their income at a time when it is becoming much more difficult to make a living as a musician. Folk Roots Radio is a labour of love - a full time hobby. If you enjoy this episode, please consider giving us a 'LIKE' and leaving a review/comment on your podcast provider and sharing the episode on social media. We'll love you for it! Check out the full playlist on the website: https://folkrootsradio.com/folk-roots-radio-episode-662-were-all-about-the-music-into-the-now-edition/

Embracing your Entreprenurial Self with Jenny WhiteleyToday we sit down with multiple JUNO Award-winning folk singer Jenny Whiteley, to explore her unique journey growing up in a “working-musician” family, to coming into her own as an entrepreneur within the music industry. Now, Jenny is running a successful series of music camps, along with continuing to write and perform. Join us as we discover how Jenny has embraced her entrepreneurial spirit to create a thriving career. About Jenny WhiteleyJenny Whiteley grew up in a musical family in Toronto, Ontario. Her father and uncle, Chris and Ken Whiteley, started playing music together in their teens, and went on to form the popular Original Sloth Band in the heyday of Toronto folk.  As "the kids" Jenny and her brother Dan were always along for the fun at festivals and concerts, soaking up all the sounds and influences of folk, old time and blues.Jenny has been inspired in her latest project to channel her early influences and musical life - her brand new recording “The Original Jenny Whiteley” includes several originals “in the style” of early jazz, jug band and old time music.  There are also some of Jenny`s live “hits” here, including In The Pines and Stealin`.  The recording sessions were all done live off the floor at H. Chris Brown`s Wolfe Island Post Office Studio, with producer-musician Sam Allison and Teillard Frost (Sheesham and Lotus).Old School CampFollow Jenny on Social Media: WebsiteInstagramYouTubeFacebook______________Presented by Folk Music OntarioHosted by Rosalyn DennettProduced by Kayla Nezon (Folk Music Ontario), Rosalyn Dennett (Folk Music Ontario), Tim Fraser + Tanya Fraser (Murdoch Entertainment)Recorded by Kayla Nezon, and Jordan Moore of The Pod CabinEdited by Jordan Moore of The Pod CabinTheme music “Amsterdam” by King CardiacArtwork by Jaymie KarnThe ReFolkUs Project is made possible through the generous support of the Department of Canadian Heritage

We have another great interview to share with you on Episode 635 of Folk Roots Radio. Singer-songwriter woe11er joins us to chat about his debut solo album "try it up here", a new recording that tells stories of life in the peaceful port village of Lion's Head on the Bruce Peninsula in Ontario and people facing down challenging times, while spreading a gospel of love, friendship and community. It's a great album, and one that lead to a really thought-provoking conversation. We're pleased to share part of that with you on this episode. As always, we wrap things up with more new releases and this time around we hear from OXLIP, Kim Beggs, The Redhill Valleys, Lizzy Hoyt, Sheila Veerkamp (with Peter Tangredi), Diana Jones, Ken Whiteley and Martyn Joseph. Enjoy! If you like the artists you hear on this show and want to support them, don't just stream their music – BUY their music and then you'll really make a difference to their income during this difficult time when it's much more challenging to find live show opportunities. Folk Roots Radio is a labour of love - a full time hobby. If you enjoy this episode, please consider giving us a 'LIKE' and leaving a review/comment on your podcast provider and sharing the episode on social media. We'll love you for it! Check out the full playlist on the website: https://folkrootsradio.com/folk-roots-radio-episode-635-feat-woe11er-try-it-up-here-more-new-releases/

From The Cat Came Back, Polly Wolly Doodle, We're Gonna Shine, to You Can Do It (If You Try), once you hear Fred's songs, you'll be singing along all day. Fred Penner has been the soundtrack to so many kids' lives and now those kids (myself included) are raising their kids on his music! His positivity and upbeat music is fun to listen to for those young and old. His songs are about encouragement, love, kindness, feelings and being positive. It was my sincere honour to interview Fred Penner for this episode. In this episode, we talk about his 13th album, Hear the Music, current tour, his views on the state of parenting and families today, raising his own kids, how he creates his music and the messages in his songs. It's the most wonderful conversation that I know you will enjoy as much as I did. It was the perfect way to celebrate my 150th episode of Parenting our Future! Fred's tour dates include May 28th and 29th at the Arts Theatre in Surrey with Charlotte Diamond and Rick Scott. May 30th to June 5th at the Vancouver Children's Festival on Granville Island, Vancouver. We talked about a previous episode of Parenting our Future, with Dr. Shimi Kang, “The Tech Solution” the link is below https://www.parentingforconnection.com/parentingourfuture/episode/cef039c6/the-tech-solution-with-dr-shimi-kang-or-pof62 For , you can download it from the Parent Toolbox. www.parent-toolbox.com About Fred Penner Fred Penner could be forgiven for wanting to hang up his guitar and just relax. As Canada's foremost family entertainer, the genial singer/songwriter really has nothing left to prove. Witness his 12 previous albums with their 10 JUNO Award nominations and three wins. See also Fred's 12 seasons (and nearly 950 episodes!) hosting the hit CBC TV show, Fred Penner's Place. There are also his performances alongside luminaries including (but not limited to) Gordon Lightfoot, Burton Cummings, Randy Bachman, Raffi, Sharon Lois & Bram and Buffy Sainte-Marie; his status as the first kid's performer to headline the Los Angeles Amphitheater; his honourary doctorates and his prestigious Member of the Order of Canada and Member of the Order of Manitoba. Oh, and let's not forget his winning turn as emcee of the cutting-edge 2015 Polaris Music Prize or his altruistic, globe-trotting work as an Ambassador for World Vision. All fabulous and notable. But at the end of the day, Fred loves making music and connecting with audiences of all ages. And so, despite a resume as long as it is glittery, Fred Penner is set to return with lucky album number 13, Hear The Music. Hear The Music features a roll call of marquee Canadian talent including (but not limited to) Ron Sexsmith, Alex Cuba, Basia Bulat, The Good Lovelies, Terra Lightfoot, Afie Jurvanen (a.k.a Bahamas) plus backup vocals from Fred's own family, all tethered to the sterling production of long-time collaborator Ken Whiteley. Says Fred: “Hear The Music brings me together again with my dear friend, producer Ken Whiteley, who so lovingly guided me through the process of making this album. I am honoured to have worked with him and the wealth of passionate, talented musicians who provided their creativity and support on this exciting project!” With 14 songs played by an acclaimed roster of musicians (jazz bassist George Koller, saxophonist Mike Murley) and with Fred himself on guitar, ukulele, harmonica, flute and jawharp, Hear The Music truly has something for everyone. Social Media: Website: http://fredpenner.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fred.penner.583 Twitter: https://twitter.com/pennerfred?lang=en Thanks for listening! It means so much to me that you listened to my podcast! If you resonate with my message and would like my personal help in your parenting journey, I'd love to talk to you. Please visit my website to book a call with me where we can talk about your parenting frustrations and I'll share how I can help you....

A conversation with Canadian multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter & producer - Ken Whiteley (solo artist, The Original Sloth Band, Scarlett, Washington & Whiteley and Whiteley Brothers.) - https://www.kenwhiteley.com/

How a musical experiment became the most iconic kids' album of all time. Guests in this episode: Ken Whiteley, award-winning multi-instrumentalist and producer Bert Simpson, senior associate at Troubadour Records Dr. Patricia Shehan Campbell, University of Washington School of Music Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

We’re holding back the interviews again on Episode 548 of Folk Roots Radio as we bring you an hour of the latest new releases including more Covid tunes, and some great new protest songs. Join us for new music from Paul Snider, Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer, Philip Scott Poli, The Roxton Rambles with Ken Whiteley & Ceilidh Wood, Valeri Dimchev with Anton Apostolov & Valeri Pastarmadzhiev, Justin Farren, Brian Blain, Adam Wendler, Moira Smiley & Seamus Egan (with Sam Amidon), HuDost and Gabriel Campagne. We also include special tributes to outlaw country pioneers Jerry Jeff Walker and Billy Joe Shaver who both sadly passed away recently. Remember, if you like what you hear on this show… don’t just stream the music – BUY the music and the you’ll really make a difference to artists income during this difficult time when it’s much more challenging to find live shows. Check out the full playlist on the website.

les - new stuff - truck and highway stuff - & some john prinePlaylist: 100 Mile House - riverLogan Ledger - (i'm gonna get over this) somedaySlow Leaves - piace of adviceAyla Brook & the Sound Men - refuge coveNorma MacDonald - temperamental yearphil ochs - days of decisionMartyn Joseph - changesTall Tall Trees - expectationsKen Whiteley - lay my burden by the riverjohnny cash - all i do is driveSean Burns & Lost Country - roll truck rollHarry Chapin - 30,000 pounds of bananasdavid francey - border linefred eaglesmith - trucker speedKathy Mattea - eighteen wheels and a dozen rosesGretchen Peters - truckstop angelconnie kaldor - bird on a wingjames keelaghan - get to youJohn Prine - caravan of foolsJustin Townes Earle - far from meMy Morning Jacket - all the bestJohn Prine - boundless loveFrantically Atlantic - the pretty girl milking her cow

Hello!  And welcome to Act One of Pacific Theatre's Easter Presence. Like Christmas Presence, it's a potluck of food for the soul - salads and hotdishes and dessert, pretty much whatever folks had on hand and wanted to bring bring to the table.  Music and literature by a host of Pacific Theatre's artists and friends, including The Nelson Boschman Trio, Jon Ochsendorf, Chris Hawley, Rick Colhoun, Adrian Walther, Ira & David, Ken Whiteley, Chantal Gallant, Laura Koch (of The Kwerks), Peter La Grand, Ian Farthing, Leigh Ann & Ryan Howarth, Kirsty Provan, Allen Desnoyers, and Michael Hart. With readings from Lucy Grealy, J.D. Salinger, Steve Turner, and Luci Shaw.

Canadian folk legend Ken Whiteley joins us on Episode 500 of Folk Roots Radio for an in-depth conversation about "Calm In The Eye of The Storm", his first recording in four years and a project that looks at the personal, political and spiritual dimensions of finding peace in these turbulent times. The follow up to 2016's Freedom Blues, the new album has a fabulous bluesy, folky and gospel sound, and a wonderful message to share with the world. Recorded during the coronavirus Covid-19 emergency, we chat about the album, Ken's production work, live show and gospel matinees. It was very enjoyable conversation, and hopefully it will be of great comfort to listeners during a period of uncertainty for many people. Stay safe and healthy - we'll get through this together. Check out the full playlist on the website: https://folkrootsradio.com/folk-roots-radio-episode-500-feat-ken-whiteley-in-conversation-calm-in-the-eye-of-the-storm/

Millions know Raffi for his work as a children’s entertainer whose string of gold and platinum-selling recordings in North America includes his classic “Baby Beluga” song with its beloved melody and lyrics. But a very interesting piece of Raffi’s story is not as well known: Raffi’s pioneering commitment to honouring his young fans changed the way we came to view music made for children. Founding his own record label, Troubadour, then folk musician Raffi set out on a path that rescued children’s recordings from bargain bin pricing and sub-par production values.In 1976, with help from Ken Whiteley and Daniel Lanois, Raffi made sure that his recordings met the highest standards. Raffi convinced retailers that parents would pay regular price for quality music for their children, and he was right. Teachers, parents and kids took an immediate liking to the kind of songwriting and recording Raffi offered, perhaps because of the respect that was obvious in his material and the playful delivery that always clicked with the kids. Soon, the media were knocking at Raffi’s door.Because of his belief that children should not be exposed to too much television viewing and that they should not be directly marketed to, during his thirty-year career as a superstar of kid’s music Raffi refused all offers for commercial television shows and commercial endorsements. Even recently, when approached by a Hollywood production company to do a film based on “Baby Beluga,” he declined when told that the film’s marketing would include direct advertising to children. This is only one of a series of lucrative deals Raffi and Troubadour have declined over the years.

The Jazz Hole with Linus features music by two phenomenal Toronto-based guitarists today. On the one hand, that’s Ted Quinlan who just came out with his latest album “Absolutely Dreaming” and on the other hand, that’s Eric St-Laurent, who also just released “Bliss Station”. This episode also includes tracks by another Toronto-based musician, the Winnipeg-born singer Sam Broverman, who finally recorded his beloved cabaret show “A Jewish Boy’s Christmas”. More music today comes from the NYC-based pianist, singer and composer Lauren Lee (“Windowsill”) and from the Florida-based bassist Brandon Robertson (“Bass’d on a True Story”). ----- Brandon Robertson - The Next Thing To Come Album: B.O.A.T.S - Bass'd on a True Story Brandon Robertson (b), Lew Del Gatto (ts), Zach Bartholomew (p) and Gerald Watkins Jr (d) Brandon Robertson - Majestic Nights Album: B.O.A.T.S - Bass'd on a True Story Brandon Robertson (b), James Suggs (tp), Lew Del Gatto (ts), Zach Bartholomew (p) and Gerald Watkins Jr (d) Ted Quinlan - “X Marks The Spot” & “Absolutely Dreaming” Album: Absolutely Dreaming Ted Quinlan (e-g, g), Brian Dickinson (p), Kieran Overs (e-b, b) and Ted Warren (d) Lauren Lee - Aback Album: Windowsill Lauren Lee (p, rhodes, voc), Brad Mulholland (as, cl, fl), Marcos Varela (b) and Andy O'Neill (d) Eric St-Laurent - “Bliss Station” & “Mustard Arizona” Album: Bliss Station Eric St-Laurent (g, kbds), Jordan O'Connor (b), Michel DeQuevedo (perc) and Sebastian Studnitzky (tp, p) ----- Sam Broverman - “What’s A Jew To Do On Christmas” & “Swinging The Chicken” Album: A Jewish Boy’s Christmas Sam Broverman, Whitney Ross-Barris (voc), Peter Hill (p), Jordan O'Connor, Ross MacIntyre (b), Drew Jurecka (vio, cl), Ernesto Cervini (d) and Ken Whiteley (g, org) 00:00 - The Jazz Hole with Linus 02:23 - The Next Thing To Come - Brandon Robertson 07:23 - Majestic Nights - Brandon Robertson 15:52 - X Marks The Spot - Ted Quinlan 22:06 - The Jazz Hole with Linus 23:58 - Absolutely Dreaming - Ted Quinlan 30:36 - Aback - Lauren Lee 36:17 - Bliss Station - Eric St-Laurent 42:43 - The Jazz Hole with Linus 44:15 - Mustard Arizona - Eric St-Laurent 48:35 - What’s A Jew To Do On Christmas - Sam Broverman 53:10 - The Jazz Hole with Linus 54:42 - Swinging The Chicken - Sam Broverman 58:36 - Finish

Stefan des Lauriers presents CAROUSEL WIND, THE MUSICAL a love story. The cast is made up of Happy Earth Market Founders, and local Las Vegas musicians. We rehearsed for 6 months and recorded and mastered tracks to bring you this fun and entertaining listening experience. © Stefan des Lauriers The Characters:                                                  The original HEMPodcast: Enigmo, the Italian talking mime artist.............Dennis Escobar Mr. Poet, Joy’s secret brother...........................Paul Carlon Joy Montagne, Girl with chestnut h.air............Brenda Hebert George Montagne, (Great Engineer) …............Joel Hines Molly Montagne..................................................Sam French Granddad............................................................Stefan des Lauriers Nanny..................................................................Dennis Escobar The "Director"....................................................“Bob” Subiaga Starlet (who doesn't have any lines)............... Laughing Lady...................................................Peggy Noonan Fortune Teller.....................................................Dennis Escobar Ice Cream Lady..................................................Marilyn Mayblum Pretzel Lady.......................................................Mari Posa Record Man........................................................Andrew Clark Hall Window Shopper...............................................Sam French The Narrator.......................................................“Bob” Subiaga .THE SONGS Hearts in Harmony                     Mr Poet Produced by Kevin Pickard Guitar Sharkey McKuen Vocals Stefan des Lauriers Maze of Metaphors                        Enigmo Produced by Stefan des Lauriers Guitar Stefan des Lauriers Vocals Stefan des Lauriers Soft Shoe                                    Granddad Produced by Sharkey McKuen Vocals Stefan des Lauriers Vision of Victory                       Mr. Poet Produced by Ken Whiteley with Sharkey McKuen Guitar Vocal Stefan des Lauriers Leading Man Gets Lost                Stefan des Lauriers Produced by Stefan des Lauriers Vocals Stefan des Lauriers Philosopher and Clown                    George Montagne Produced by Stefan des Lauriers Guitar and vocals Stefan des Lauriers When the Silver Whistle Blows                    George Montagne Produced by Ken Whiteley with Sharkey McKuen Vocals and guitar Stefan des Lauriers Why Don't You Sing                 Joy Produced by Stefan des LaurIers vocals Brenda Hebert Handful of Stars                    Mr Poet Produced by Ken Whiteley Vocals Chris Alan Remixed to lower key Stefan des Lauriers Fill the World With Song                  Joy Produced by Sharkey McKuen Vocals Brenda Hebert Blue Whale Blues                         Mr. Poet Produced by Ken Whiteley with Sharkey McKuen Guitar Chris Alan Vocals Remixed to lower key Stefan des Lauriers Grand Cliche                     Joy Produced by Stefan des Lauriers Vocals Brenda Hebert Invisible Bouquet         Fortune Teller Produced by Stefan des Lauriers Vocals Dennis Escobar Jet Fuel Folderol                     Mr. Poet Produced by Sharkey McKuen Vocals Stefan des Lauriers Carousel Wind                          Enigmo Produced by Masaya Tateishi Vocals Stefan des Lauriers Soliloquy of a Worm in a Candy Apple                     Enigmo Produced by Stefan des Lauriers vocal Dennis Escobar Toddling Astronaut                                 Mr Poet Produced by Stefan des Lauriers Vocals Stefan des Lauriers Beside Myself                                           Enigmo Produced by Stefan des Lauriers Vocals Dennis Escobar Imaginary Mountains                           Joy Produced by Kevin Pickard Vocals Stefan des Lauriers Great Engineer                                      Joy Produced by Sharkey McKuen and Ken Whiteley vocals Brenda Hebert Lions Big Debut                                  Mr. Poet Produced by Ken Whiteley and Sharkey McKuen Vocals Stefan des Lauriers ft Paul Carlon Favorite Pony                                        Joy Produced and sung by Stefan des Lauriers Time to Say Goodnight                      Cast Produced by Ken Whiteley and Sharkey McKuen Vocals Stefan des Lauriers   The Podcast was mixed by Stefan des Lauriers and mastered by Nate French          

Playlist: 1. Ken Whiteley and the Beulah Band: Friends All Over the Place 2. The Vaudevillian: James St. Turnaround 3. Interview with Samantha Martin 4. Samantha Martin and Delta Sugar: Chasing Dreams 5. Paul DesLauriers and Anwar Kurshid: Nobody's Fault But Mine 6. MSG Acoustic Blues Trio: Penniless Rag 7. Heather Luckhart: Runnin' 8. Ray Bonneville: Waiting on the Night 9. Joel Morelli: Due Diligence 10. Freeman Dre and the Kitchen Party: Record Player 11. Sultans of String feat. Anwar Kurshid: Himalayan Sleigh Ride 12. Catherine MacLellan: Stealin' 13. Interview with Steve Ritchie of RPR 14. RPR: Billy's Great White 15. Interview with Steve Ritchie of RPR 16. RPR: Tear Down This Wall 17. C.R.Avery: St. Catherine

Today 5pm-6pm EST 10pm-11pm BST 2pm-3pm PDT bombshellradio.com Bombshell Radio Allen Bell w/ Kim Doolittle Singer/Songwriter/Musican Today's Bombshell (Bombshell Radio) Repeats 5am EST #Rock #Radio #alternative #Classics #NewMusic #AllenBell #interview #Blues #KimDoolittleJanuary, 2018 marked 45 years as a Singer, Songwriter and Storyteller. Music is my life.I love to sing, write, play and tell stories about a life I had perfectly planned. Those plans went more curly than straight, teaching me that too many plans are laughable while those curves inform my Muse.My 9th studio album feels like my first. “Into The Blue”, produced and largely co-written by Ken Whiteley is the sum of a 43 year artistic journey. It comes straight from the heart and the songs reflect a deep desire to move forward in my musical life authentically, with an eye on looking back at where it all began.“Into The Blue” dropped April 8, 2017, charting on Stingray Music, The Blues Radio Network, CBC, Toronto Blues Society Charts, Blues and Routes Radio, and Folk Routes to name a few. The music is heavily influenced by Blues, Roots, Gospel, Folk and the varied tapestry woven at family Kitchen Parties courtesy of my native Nova Scotian childhood.I am humbled to have been mentored by Ken Whiteley, my music could not have been placed in better hands. The songs are reflective and meant to create hope and optimism through strength, perseverance, trust and spirit. We cannot get enough of that in the world.Gratefully, I will be out and about playing some tunes and spinning some yarns for those of you who might like to come to the shows. I anticipate putting a few miles on the RV in 2018, guitar in hand, so keep your eye on my site for dates near you and drop in and say hello.I look forward to making your acquaintance and may all your blues be the musical kind.~ Kim Doolittle

We're all about the 2018 Hillside Festival on Episode 389 of Folk Roots Radio. This year’s festival takes place the weekend of July 13-15 at beautiful Guelph Lake, just outside Guelph, in Southern Ontario. Each year, Hillside – a true community festival, brings together a line-up that promises something for everyone, and this year is no exception. This episode features some of the artists we’re looking forward to catching at the festival including A Tribe Called Red, Jeremy Dutcher, Iskwé, Cris Derksen, nêhiyawak, Cécile Doo-Kingué, Martin Harley, Les Tireux d’Roches, Poor Man’s Whiskey, The Slocan Ramblers, Ken Whiteley, Fortunate Ones, Jeremy Fisher, Sarah MacDougall and Annie Sumi. Check out the full playlist on the website: http://folkrootsradio.com/folk-roots-radio-episode-389-hillside-2018/

This is the mid-winter blues episode of Georgian Bay Roots with some classic blues and a mix of Canadian and local blues to help you get through what can be a cold and dreary time of year. We’ve also got part of a conversation with Ken Whiteley from Summerfolk last August.

This interview with Ken Whiteley was recorded at Summerfolk 41 in August 2016.

Toronto actor and musician Raoul Bhaneja interviews and performs with notable Canadian blues performers in an intimate cabaret setting. Building on a component of his Dora nominated musical Life, Death and The Blues, the evening intersects autobiography, story telling, and song. After a successful evening in September 2015 with Danny Marks, Raoul is joined this evening by Canadian roots and blues legend Ken Whiteley, accompanied long time Toronto musician and member of Raoul and The Big Time Terry Wilkins on the upright bass.

Ah, the May long weekend is upon us at last. The weather’s ruining the party a bit, but hey, at least it’s not snow! We’ve got some great tunes to start the summer off right. First up some great new music before settling in to preview a couple of exciting shows this week, as well as some upcoming house concerts, real and imaginary. To end off the show, a tribute to a legendary cornerstone of the Canadian folk/roots community. Why? Because.

Ah, the May long weekend is upon us at last. The weather’s ruining the party a bit, but hey, at least it’s not snow! We’ve got some great tunes to start the summer off right. First up some great new music before settling in to preview a couple of exciting shows this week, as well as some upcoming house concerts, real and imaginary. To end off the show, a tribute to a legendary cornerstone of the Canadian folk/roots community. Why? Because.

‘twas the show before Christmas and on today’s show, we’re playing some great Christmas music; it exists, you know. Yeah, we’re playing songs with that festive feeling, as well as some non holiday requests, favourites, and looking at some upcoming shows..

Lots to celebrate again today, with some special birthdays, new music, great upcoming shows, and even a little bit of the blues (always cause for celebration).

Lots to celebrate again today, with some special birthdays, new music, great upcoming shows, and even a little bit of the blues (always cause for celebration).

It’s another incredibly busy week for shows, including the return of Sunset Saloon favourite Christina Martin and the next big show at the Saloon, John Wort Hannam! Also, Cuff the Duke, Del Barber, Matt Epp, and more do shows this week, and we try to give you the details on them all. There are also some great new CDs out now (or soon) and we heard brand new tracks from Lynn Miles, Ken Whiteley, Jim Bryson and more! And, as if that weren’t enough, through the magic of modern technology, we went LIVE to a Leeroy Stagger concert in the Netherlands!

It’s another incredibly busy week for shows, including the return of Sunset Saloon favourite Christina Martin and the next big show at the Saloon, John Wort Hannam! Also, Cuff the Duke, Del Barber, Matt Epp, and more do shows this week, and we try to give you the details on them all. There are also some great new CDs out now (or soon) and we heard brand new tracks from Lynn Miles, Ken Whiteley, Jim Bryson and more! And, as if that weren’t enough, through the magic of modern technology, we went LIVE to a Leeroy Stagger concert in the Netherlands!

This weekend we lost another great Canadian musician when the legendary Jackie Washington took his last bow. Jackie is truly one of the great, guiding lights of the Canadian folk/roots/blues community, so we had to pay tribute to his legendary career. Also, a look at some upcoming shows, some new music, and some classics we just don't hear often enough.

This weekend we lost another great Canadian musician when the legendary Jackie Washington took his last bow. Jackie is truly one of the great, guiding lights of the Canadian folk/roots/blues community, so we had to pay tribute to his legendary career. Also, a look at some upcoming shows, some new music, and some classics we just don't hear often enough.