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Top 14 Folk Podcasts

May 19, 2024

The Best Folk Podcasts from millions of podcasts available on the Goodpods platform and ranked by listens, ratings, comments, subscriptions and shares.

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NPR's Mountain Stage

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NPR's Mountain Stage
Top 10 Best NPR's Mountain Stage Episodes

340 Episodes

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Avg Length 134m

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Latest episode 11 days ago

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The Mountain Stage Podcast is the complete recording of the entire live show. It features songs that were cut from the radio broadcast, and it is the only place you can hear the full finale song. New episodes become available about 10 days after the premiere broadcast date. We have Spring and Fall seasons of new broadcasts, so if you heard a recent show but don’t see it at the top of the feed, just scroll back a few weeks or use the search function to find a specific artist.

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Americana Podcast

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Americana Podcast
Top 10 Best Americana Podcast Episodes

41 Episodes

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Avg Length 59m

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Latest episode 18 days ago

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Americana Podcast: The 51st State is a platform dedicated to sharing and expanding on the Americana genre's roots, reach, and definition. Each episode is told from the point of view of the musicians that have dedicated their lives to it. Robert Earl Keen, Americana pioneer and host, interviews musicians, exploring their unique histories, creative processes, successes, failures, and everything in between.
My Classic Album with Mike Norris
Top 10 Best My Classic Album with Mike Norris Episodes

72 Episodes

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Avg Length 91m

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Latest episode 1 year ago

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My Classic Album' is a podcast about the most acclaimed and loved albums of all time! There are many great albums out there but there's an extra special ingredient that makes an album a classic album. Join Mike Norris as he dedicates each episode to one classic album and looks at the history of the album and its impact in the years following its release. ​ 'My Classic Album' celebrates albums from the 1960's right through to the new millennium from musicians as timeless as The Beatles and Bob Dylan, bands who rock as hard as Led Zeppelin and KISS, as well as contemporary performers such as Arctic Monkeys and Radiohead. ​ 'My Classic Album' has been extremely lucky to play host to incredible singers and musicians including Nathan Stephens-Griffin (Martha, ONSIND), Grammy Award winner Bruce Carroll, guitar virtuoso Adrian Nation (Sky Arts' Guitar Star) and rock singer and guitarist Beth Blade (Beth Blade and the Beautiful Disasters). All have chosen their classic album for the show along with future guests including Rob Wylde (Tigertailz) and blues singer Big Boy Bloater (Imelda May, Big Boy Bloater & The Limits) ​ Whether it's an album you personally can't stop playing or one you've never actually heard, 'My Classic Album' is the perfect companion to some of the greatest albums in history!
Tales From Wyrd Scotland
Top 10 Best Tales From Wyrd Scotland Episodes

25 Episodes

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Avg Length 27m

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Latest episode 1 month ago

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Tales From Wyrd Scotland is a podcast exploring the wyrd, wonderful world of Scotland's supernatural, quirky and frankly terrifying past. Told in the manner of a fireside tale/radio drama, carefully crafted sound design and eldritch, ethereal music work along side masterful narration to weave eerie tales to chill even the darkest heart.
A show about magic and witchcraft in North America

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The String

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The String
Top 10 Best The String Episodes

274 Episodes

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Avg Length 59m

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Latest episode 4 days ago

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The String is weekly think radio featuring conversations and features on culture, media and American music - anchored by veteran journalist and broadcaster Craig Havighurst. Music makers, enablers, instigators and documentarians are featured with enough time to go deep and burrow into issues, while letting the music play too. Music news, previews, Time Machine Tape and 90 Second Spins round out the hour.
Mandolin Secrets Podcast
Top 10 Best Mandolin Secrets Podcast Episodes

28 Episodes

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Avg Length 35m

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Latest episode 4 days ago

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This podcast is for every mandolin and guitar player who wants an inspiration boost. Hosts Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin share professional tips, experiences, and stories that will support every music maker on their journey.

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Mostly Folk

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Mostly Folk
Top 10 Best Mostly Folk Episodes

698 Episodes

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Avg Length 74m

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Latest episode 1 day ago

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New and classic music from artists around the world. Indie artists in the Folk, Singer/Songwriter, Americana, Bluegrass and anything else that pleases my ear and hopefully yours.

The Picky Fingers Banjo Podcast
Top 10 Best The Picky Fingers Banjo Podcast Episodes

153 Episodes

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Avg Length 65m

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Latest episode 8 days ago

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The world's top podcast for banjo players, fans, and enthusiasts! Hosted by Keith Billik; listen to interviews with professional players, playing tips, and equipment discussions. Contact the show at [email protected]
Foot Stompin Free Scottish Music Podcast
Top 10 Best Foot Stompin Free Scottish Music Podcast Episodes

252 Episodes

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Avg Length 42m

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Latest episode 4 months ago

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Our regular free Scottish music podcast from Scotland featuring the very best of Gaelic, Scots, bagpipes, fiddle, harp music, Scottish bands, ceilidh bands, highland Scottish music, pipe band, traditional, folk and celtic. Visit Foot Stompin for all things Scottish. www.handsupfortrad.co.uk

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Songs and Stories

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Songs and Stories
Top 10 Best Songs and Stories Episodes

25 Episodes

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Avg Length 15m

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Latest episode 5 months ago

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For generations, Ireland has had a culture and reputation for a good "sing song", be it the sorrow of a funeral, the the joy of a wedding, the roller-coaster build up and fall of a GAA match day, a pub lock in and everything in between.

While we may hear the same songs belted or butchered, we probably don't know the meaning of many of them.

In the podcast, I try to get an understanding of some of these songs, not only the the heavy hitters but some perhaps lesser known and personal favourites from folk ballads to rebel songs.


Tales, theories, song suggestions or general comments can be sent to [email protected]



Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mike Harding Folk Show
Top 10 Best The Mike Harding Folk Show Episodes

310 Episodes

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Avg Length 91m

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Latest episode 1 year ago

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THE MIKE HARDING FOLK SHOW
www.mikehardingfolkshow.com will take you into the world of folk – links to artists you hear on the show / folk clubs & session near you / other folk radio sites / folk record labels / folk festivals and much more. The very best in folk, roots and acoustic.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Pitch List

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Pitch List
Top 10 Best Pitch List Episodes

89 Episodes

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Avg Length 52m

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Latest episode 1 year ago

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Based in Nashville, TN, #1 songwriter Chris Lindsey (Every Time I Hear That Song" / Blake Shelton, "Poison and Wine" / The Civil Wars) has set out to discover what makes creative people tick. Starting with what he knows - writing - and branching out to various aspects of the music industry, Pitch List dives deep into the heart of why making music is so magical, mysterious and captivating. Join us for organic conversations with some of music's hit songwriters and artists at the top of our Pitch List.
Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
Top 10 Best Irish & Celtic Music Podcast Episodes

669 Episodes

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Avg Length 69m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

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If you love Celtic music, then welcome to Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Each week, you'll receive an hour-long award-winning Celtic radio show featuring some of the best independent Irish & Celtic music, and all 100% FREE! It is one of the top music podcasts on iTunes and receives over 10,000 downloads of each show each and every week. You can subscribe to have it automatically download through your favorite podcast player. Did I mention, it was FREE?

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Irish Nights Party

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Top 10 Best Irish Nights Party Episodes

4 Episodes

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Avg Length 60m

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Latest episode 12 years ago

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Country & Irish artist show
The Six String Variety Hour
Top 10 Best The Six String Variety Hour Episodes

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The Six String Variety Hour is dedicated to guitar music of all genres and styles and an exploration of all things guitar. Bringing you a look at everything from players to maintenance tips to, tunings and beyond it is a weekly sampling of one of the worlds most popular and versatile instruments.

Folkcetera

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Top 10 Best Folkcetera Episodes

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Latest episode 29 days ago

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A journey within, around, and all over the expansive folk genre. Les and Bruce each bring a different side of the folk narrative. Tune in for music old and new, and for stories along the way. Sponsored by Blindman Brewing
Friends With My Favorite Musicians
Top 10 Best Friends With My Favorite Musicians Episodes

6 Episodes

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Avg Length 48m

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Latest episode 4 years ago

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Music has always been something in my life that has given me a sense of community and connection to others. Have you ever listened to a song that really resonated with you and suddenly wished you could ask the artist what inspired them to write it? I have, and this podcast is a direct result of that. Each episode, I have a conversation with an amazing band/musician and chat about their life, their music, and whatever else comes up! Follow me on Instagram @friendswithmyfavoritemusicians for updates and more.
WRMusicReview: The Finest Independent Female Musicians
Top 10 Best WRMusicReview: The Finest Independent Female Musicians Episodes

65 Episodes

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Avg Length 42m

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Latest episode 13 years ago

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Join WomensRadio Music Review for a guided tour through the Finest Independent Female Musicians Worldwide in every style & genre!!
only the podcasts and playlists for the Radio CPR program currently residing at http://asignificantgravitasshortfall.tumblr.com
Down the Road on the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina
Top 10 Best Down the Road on the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina Episodes

123 Episodes

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Avg Length 7m

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Latest episode 1 month ago

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Music legends and traditions of the North Carolina mountains and foothills.
Pop podcast from Magnatune.com
Top 10 Best Pop podcast from Magnatune.com Episodes

73 Episodes

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Avg Length 57m

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Latest episode 1 year ago

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60 minutes of Pop, all commercial free, with no talking DJ between songs. All songs Creative Commons by-nc-sa 1.0 licensed from the record label that isn't evil: magnatune.com
The Best of Miz Kitty's Parlour (video & audio)
Top 10 Best The Best of Miz Kitty's Parlour (video & audio) Episodes

14 Episodes

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Avg Length 9m

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Latest episode 17 years ago

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A showcase for vaudeville-style entertainment and live music in the spirit of true Americana. Audio and video.
Traditional folk music forms, acoustic blues, acoustic alt country, and contemporary folk by Independent musicians from Indieheart.com with an occasional acoustic tune in other genres. Hosted by Sam Salter (UK) and jill no jack (US) from the IndieHeart.com Independent Music Showcase.

The Folk Song Hour

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Top 10 Best The Folk Song Hour Episodes

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This program is dedicated to the education and exploration of early 1900s folk musics, primarily from North America. For one hour every week we listen to the best in folklorique musics, including blues, ballads, and bluegrass, that all fall under the big umbrella of "folk" music.
Hops & Spirits Bar Conversations
Top 10 Best Hops & Spirits Bar Conversations Episodes

199 Episodes

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Avg Length 45m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

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No matter how you like it, grab your favorite drink and join us for a fun conversation. Bar Conversations features interviews musicians, personalities and entertainers as they talk about their careers, new projects coming and so much more. A new podcast is released every week.

T'as entendu ça ?

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Top 10 Best T'as entendu ça ? Episodes

44 Episodes

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Avg Length 33m

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Latest episode 22 days ago

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Un podcast pour remettre sur le devant de la scène des albums et des artistes parfois trop peu connus, voire même tombés dans l'oubli, et tout ce qui les entoure. Un seul mot d'ordre : (re)découverte.
Hard Rain & Slow Trains: Bob Dylan & Fellow Travelers
Top 10 Best Hard Rain & Slow Trains: Bob Dylan & Fellow Travelers Episodes

200 Episodes

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Avg Length 70m

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Latest episode 2 months ago

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A weekly radio program featuring the music of Bob Dylan, his contemporaries, and his antecedents. Broadcast weekly on Thursdays from 8-9 pm PST on KEPW (97.3 FM-LP), available on www.kepw.org. Hosted by Dan. Artwork by Selena Dugan-Fields.
The Itinerant Angler Podcast
Top 10 Best The Itinerant Angler Podcast Episodes

214 Episodes

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Avg Length 34m

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Latest episode 3 years ago

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The Itinerant Angler Podcast: Fly Fishing from the Rocking Chair
Jeff Black - Black Tuesdays
Top 10 Best Jeff Black - Black Tuesdays Episodes

1 Episodes

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Avg Length 60m

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Latest episode 17 years ago

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A Podcast From Jeff Black
Long Live Rock 'N' Roll
Top 10 Best Long Live Rock 'N' Roll Episodes

71 Episodes

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Avg Length 52m

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Latest episode 13 days ago

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In a world where Rock N Roll is taking a back seat, Laz and Felipe, two touring Rock musicians, analyse, review and discuss the most notable and important albums in Rock N Roll history and why the artists who created them are so significant. With album reviews, musical analysis and band-specific discussions/debates; this show will give you an insight into these remarkable releases and momentous occasions from the perspective of a young British bass player and a seasoned Brazilian drummer - each with vastly different backgrounds, opinions and musical experiences, but both with a passion, understanding and deep love for the music. Long live Rock N Roll.
Rock podcast from Magnatune.com
Top 10 Best Rock podcast from Magnatune.com Episodes

3 Episodes

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Avg Length 57m

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Latest episode 1 year ago

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60 minutes of Rock, all commercial free, with no talking DJ between songs. All songs Creative Commons by-nc-sa 1.0 licensed from the record label that isn't evil: magnatune.com

Sounds Atlantic

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Top 10 Best Sounds Atlantic Episodes

446 Episodes

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Avg Length 63m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

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Sounds Atlantic is a podcast heard weekly that is devoted to artists from Atlantic Canada who perform roots and acoustic based music (i.e., traditional, folk, old-time, “Canadiana”/”Americana”, bluegrass, etc.).
Atlantic Canadian artists describe it this way:
Anita Best (trad Newfoundland singer, folk historian and Order of Canada member) refers to this podcast as "the best show for down-home music in all of Canada"...
Wayne Chaulk ("Buddy Wassisname and the Other Fellers") says "Ron's got to be good right - he's got Newfoundland blood!)...and,
Newfoundland and Labrador singer-songwriter Matthew Byrne (solo performer and lead singer/bouzouki player for CBC "Q" host Tom Power's band "The Dardanelles") says "If you're a fan of great folk and traditional music, you'll find it here, where Ron is dusting off old gems and showcasing what's new and exciting in East Coast folk!"

W.B. Walker's Old Soul Radio Show
Top 10 Best W.B. Walker's Old Soul Radio Show Episodes

351 Episodes

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Avg Length 73m

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Latest episode 11 months ago

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Massey's Music Productions
Top 10 Best Massey's Music Productions Episodes

16 Episodes

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Avg Length 28m

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Latest episode 16 years ago

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You know with the music industry the way it is today, you will hear a musician on a nationwide broadcast that is just average at best. They use their looks or some gimmick to market them, but it is defiantly not about the music. Then you go down to "the Corner Church" and there will be a musician that just blows you away, playing for 50 people. It is just not right! This Pod-cast is in protest of the music industry and tries to give the "up and coming" Christian Artists a voice. It's not much but it is the best I can do. God Bless Let me know what you think of the Podcast, with a voice comment!
Brewster's Roost , an Animal Crossing podcast
Top 10 Best Brewster's Roost , an Animal Crossing podcast Episodes

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A podcast centered around the hit Nintendo game series, Animal Crossing . I talk about town happenings, game events, character bios, host contests, and so much more. If you are a fan of the Animal Crossing games, then this is the podcast for you.

For Songs

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For Songs
Top 10 Best For Songs Episodes

68 Episodes

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Avg Length 37m

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Latest episode 8 days ago

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This podcast is for those who love music but can't write a tune to save their lives. We talk with singer/songwriters of all stripes, professional touring musicians to those who can't quite catch a break. Maybe you'll hear something you'll like. Maybe not. But you will come away with a greater appreciation for the gift of songwriting, and how hard it really is. Now sponsored by @thepugdc!
The Haute Garbage Podcast
Top 10 Best The Haute Garbage Podcast Episodes

232 Episodes

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Avg Length 81m

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Latest episode 8 days ago

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A weekly music podcast from Portland Oregon. Poorly researched, awkwardly discussed.

The Slow Music Movement
Top 10 Best The Slow Music Movement Episodes

106 Episodes

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Avg Length 60m

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Latest episode 1 month ago

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We're about quality, laid back music, predominantly from independent artists and labels. It's a laid back affair with the best new ambient, downtempo, Balearic, freaky folk, drones and tones, stoned soul, electronica, dub flavours, psychedelic vibes, deep house, lazy jazz, leftfield beats and pieces, peyote pop, soundtracks and any other great lazy, atmospheric, hard to describe music that we've just found.
Tim and Laurie Thornton's Podcast
Top 10 Best Tim and Laurie Thornton's Podcast Episodes

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Teachings, conversations, and maybe some music from Tim and Laurie Thornton of The Blackthorn Project.

Alternate Routes

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7 Episodes

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Avg Length 47m

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Latest episode 5 years ago

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Independent music not found on major streaming services, all tracks approved by artists/labels.

The Village Night Owl

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10 Episodes

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Avg Length 48m

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Latest episode 2 years ago

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The Village Night Owl is a roots music podcast. Freelance writer and music journalist Joe McSpadden is the host. Watch for interviews with fascinating artists in Blues, country, folk, Americana, and bluegrass.
Under The Mason's Apron Folk Show
Top 10 Best Under The Mason's Apron Folk Show Episodes

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A monthly-ish podcast featuring folk music old and new for aficionados and the uninitiated alike. From the famous to the obscure, signed or unsigned, live or dead, good or ...erm... whatever. Join Mal and Gramie for an hour of heart-warming songs and tunes and infantile wit. If we like it, we'll play it. Don't say we didn't warn you.
IndieFeed: Indie Pop Music
Top 10 Best IndieFeed: Indie Pop Music Episodes

624 Episodes

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Avg Length 5m

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Latest episode 11 years ago

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A Picker's Paradise Podcast
Top 10 Best A Picker's Paradise Podcast Episodes

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Sound Of The Kootenays
Top 10 Best Sound Of The Kootenays Episodes

10 Episodes

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Avg Length 93m

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Latest episode 4 years ago

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The Kootenays is a diverse region in the South East corner of British Columbia, Canada. Dense forests, rich farmland, high mountain peaks, and fresh clean rivers and lakes surround people from all walks of life who live, work and play here. Some of them also make a lot of really great music! This show is dedicated to the musicians and people who work alongside them to create a music scene that is as diverse and unique as the region they call home. This is the Sound Of The Kootenays!

Welcome to the Song Saloon!
Hi, I'm Jordan Smith Reynolds. I'm an LA based singer-songwriter interviewing artists I admire. If you love discovering new music, listening to intimate live performances, and conversations exploring the creative process...you’ve come to the right place!
Each episode of the Song Saloon features an artist through the lens of a song. It starts with a live performance, followed by an interview with the songwriter about the featured song, and ends with the final recorded version.
There is ALWAYS more to a song than what's on the surface. Getting to peel back the layers through live performance and talking about the stories behind the songs never fails to leave me inspired and eager to write again!
https://go.thesongsaloon.com
Support the show:
https://go.thesongsaloon.com/membership

Straight On ‘Til Morning
Top 10 Best Straight On ‘Til Morning Episodes

152 Episodes

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Avg Length 150m

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Latest episode 5 months ago

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The live concert experience in a snapshot, taped live and not in studio, no overdubs warts and all included. Sometimes a little far sometimes a little near, but hopefully something we can all enjoy. We bring you blues, rock, jazz, fusion, folk, reggae, world, in fact a nice eclectic mix. Drop by and check it out.
You Are Hear is a podcast and online radio show brought to you by Magz Hall ( Radio Arts, Totally Radio, Resonance FM ) bringing you live sessions, new music, festival specials and interviews. Since May 2002 we've been exploring the outer edges of music. Hear the best cutting edge artists and bands. File under experimental alternative new music of all genres. Folk, Rock, Noise, Pop, electronic, dance, grime, electro http://www.youarehear.co.uk
Sing Out! Radio Magazine
Top 10 Best Sing Out! Radio Magazine Episodes

172 Episodes

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Avg Length 58m

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Latest episode 3 days ago

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The Sing Out! Radio Magazine is a weekly, hour-long “magazine format” program, hosted by Tom Druckenmiller, featuring interviews in addition to “live” and recorded music. The program is currently being aired in over 25 markets nationwide!