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Traditions!

Traditions! Is A Weekly Two-Hour Presentation Following Musical Streams Passed Down Through Generations; Pathways Linked By A Sincere Appreciation And Acknowledgement Of The Influential Styles That Continue Shaping The Landscape Of Roots Music: Early Influences - Pioneering Legends - Roots Revivalists - Indigenous Cultures. Thanks For Joining Us!

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The Mills Brothers

Smack Dab In The Middle
The Anthology: 1931-1968 1995 via 1995
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Piqua, OH; 1955 - First African-American Artists To Have Their Own Show On National Network Radio; First To Have A No.1 On The Billboard Singles Chart - Inducted Into The Vocal Group Hall Of Fame - A Trip To The Vinyl Vault

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Alexis Cole & Bucky Pizzarelli

Stompin' at the Savoy
Beautiful Friendship 2015 via Venus Records
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Composed: 1933 - Named After The Iconic Harlem Nightspot The Savoy Ballroom, New York City

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Mississippi John Hurt

Talking Casey Jones
D.C. Blues- Library Of Congress Recordings 2003 via Fuel 2000
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A Take Of An Old Traditional Song About The Death Of Railroad Worker Casey Jones

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9:40 am
Stock Bridge Business Association (click for more info)

The mission of the Stock Bridge Business Association is to connect local businesses with the community, support business growth and development, and honor the history and culture of Grand Rapids' West Side.

The Stock Bridge Business Association envisions a future where all are welcomed and honored for who they are and how they connect within the community, regardless of if they own a business or not.

If you want to know what's happening in the Bridge Street neighborhood, The Stock Bridge Business Association offers a way to connect and hear directly from business owners and representatives.

For more information, visit stockbridgegr dot com.

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The Gibson Brothers

Making Good Time
In the Ground 2017 via Rounder
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Eric & Leigh Gibson; Multi-Award Recipients - Among The Ground-Breaking Brother Duos Of All Time

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Mike Farris

Wrapped Up, Tangled Up
The Night the Cumberland Came Alive 2010 via Independent
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Founder Of The Screamin' Cheetah Wheelies; Solo Since 2010

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9:30 am
Linear Restaurant (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Linear Restaurant located downtown at 1001 Monroe. 

Overlooking the Grand River, Linear focuses on fresh cuisine, while striving to create a welcoming atmosphere.

Featuring a full bar with handcrafted cocktails, and several wine and beer offerings. Linear's Modern American menu highlights seasonal flavors, and handmade culinary offerings.

Linear is open for lunch Tuesday through Friday 11am to 2pm, dinner Tuesday through Saturday 5pm to 10 pm, plus weekend brunch Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 2pm.

Reservations and more info is available at LinearRestaurant dot com.

Detroit Women

Two Plays for a Quarter
Rattle Your Cage 2005 via Silk City
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Detroit, MI - The Motor City's Heart & Soul

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Terrance Simien

Louisiana 1927
Across the Parish Line 2006 via Aim Records
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With The Zydeco Experience Revisiting Randy Newman (1927) - Randy Wrote It 1974 Telling The Story Of The Great Mississippi Flood Of 1927

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9:20 am
GLC Live at 20 Monroe - Patton Oswalt (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Live Nation, presenting actor and comedian Patton Oswalt.

Patton Oswalt will be bringing his effervescent national tour to GLC Live at 20 Monroe on Friday, May 17th.

Oswalt has starred in several television and film roles, including the upcoming Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire film.

Tickets for comedian Patton Oswalt are on sale now at the GLC Live at 20 Monroe box office and at livenation dot com

Havana Maestros

Say A Little Prayer (Featuring Di
Americuba 2017 via Warner Music Group
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Traditions Around The World - A Hot And Spicy Remix Of Warwick's Classic

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Andes Manta

Pajaro Campana
Andes Manta via Koch Records
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Traditions Around The World - The Andes Mountains House Several Indigenous Styles Of Music; Marimba And Bomba Stemming From The Days Of Slavery.

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Maire Brennan

Against The Wind
Máire 1992 via Atlantic / Wea
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Traditions Around The World - Co-Founder Of Clannad, 1970

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COMPILATIONS

Hoskinnini Plateau
Under One Sky- Native American Flute & Rhythm 2001 via Independent
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Traditions Around The World - John Huling; A Two Time Native American Music Awards Nominee - Musical Visions Of The Southwest

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9:00 am
Delta Project-The Gratitude Concert (click for more info)

The Delta Project is proud to present the The Gratitude Concert.

The Gratitude Concert, happening Saturday, May 11th at Wealthy Theatre will recognize people who are making a difference every day here in West Michigan, but who often go unnoticed.

The concert is headlined by Mykal Rose, Grammy Award winning reggae artist of Black Uhuru fame, with performances by Loftside Story and ISOBEL.

All proceeds benefit The Delta Project, which works to support youth and families dealing with the juvenile justice system in Michigan.

Sponsorship opportunities for this special event are available by emailing  joel@thedeltaproject dot co or at 616 308-3789.


Matt Patershuk

Blank Pages and Lost Wages
Same As I Ever Have Been 2017 via Black Hen
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Highly Polished Roots Storyteller Captures The Vivid Images In His Songs

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Stills & Collins

Houses
Everybody Knows 2017 via Wildflower/Cleopatra
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First Collaboration Between The Former Lovers And Longtime Friends

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8:40 am

Ruth Brown

Go On Fool
R+B = Ruth Brown 1997 via Bullseye Blues / Pgd
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Blues Plate Special: Ruth Brown Was R&B's First Major Star Releasing Her First Single In 1949; Her 1950's Music Laid The Foundation For Generations Of Artists That Would Follow Her Wake. As a Teen She Sang To The Soldiers At The USO Clubs, And After Stints In Detroit And Washington D.C. Brown Signed A Contract For Atlantic Records, And A Debut Concert At The Apollo Theater. Ruth Brown Was A Musical Pioneer; With Her Backbeat-Heavy Sound And Saucy Vocal Style, The Fabulous Miss Rhythm Broke New Ground. Ruth Alston Brown Passed On In 2006

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Charlie Hunter

The Shango Pt. III
Ready Set Shango! 1996 via Blue Note Records
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The Jazz Spot: The Site Recorders; Marin County, CA : The Charlie Hunter Quartet Keeps The Groove Bop-Based And Dances On The Fringe Of Soul-Jazz, Echoing Traces Of Jimmy Smith And The Funk-Fueled Grooves Of Horace Silver, Evoking A Smoky-Early 60's Vibe In Its Approach. The Combo Is Given Plenty Of Room To Move

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8:20 am
GLC Live at 20 Monroe - Patton Oswalt (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Live Nation, presenting actor and comedian Patton Oswalt.

Patton Oswalt will be bringing his effervescent national tour to GLC Live at 20 Monroe on Friday, May 17th.

Oswalt has starred in several television and film roles, including the upcoming Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire film.

Tickets for comedian Patton Oswalt are on sale now at the GLC Live at 20 Monroe box office and at livenation dot com

April Verch

Jim Shank-Ti-Jacques Jarret
That's How We Run 2011 via CDBY
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Canadian Fiddler And Step Dancer

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COMPILATIONS

Walls of Time
Classic Bluegrass, Vol. 2 2005 via Smithsonian Folkways
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Bill Monroe With Peter Rowan: The Father Of Bluegrass And The Renegade Roots-Poet

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June Carter Cash

If I Were a Carpenter
Keep On The Sunny Side 2005 via Sony
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Composer: Tim Hardin, 1966 - One Of the Many Fine Re-Makes Of A Folk Classic By Johnny & June

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Buddy & Julie Miller

Rock Salt and Nails
Buddy & Julie Miller 2001 via Hightone Records
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Composer: Utah Phillips - Vintage!

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8:00 am
Arbor Circle PSA (click for more info)

Arbor Circle is proud to be one of West Michigan's most comprehensive providers of mental health counseling, substance use treatment, and family services.

Serving thousands of children, individuals, and families each year, their expert staff partner with people and communities in pursuit of growth and healing. 

Arbor Circle's variety of services includes The Bridge, a 24 hour crisis shelter for children and youth ages 10 to 17 experiencing homelessness.

Learn more about Arbor Circle by visiting Arbor Circle DOT ORG.