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Radio Crystal Blue 6/21/25


These are the songs from the latest Radio Crystal Blue podcast episode. I mentioned the latest news and upcoming shows for each artist. The show was published on 6/22/25 Next shows should be published around 7/1/25.

LISTEN:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Wlzu3cFXU5LAYAvGx4u4T
Anchor: https://anchor.fm/radiocblue
Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a7049581-79d4-44dc-9d93-20a0f95fc0aa/Radio-Crystal-Blue
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/radio-crystal-blue
Apple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/radio-crystal-blue/id1358998494
Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1358998494/radio-crystal-blue
Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/id1204385
Breaker: https://www.breaker.audio/radio-crystal-blue
Radio Public: https://radiopublic.com/radio-crystal-blue-GEzylN
Pocket Casts: http://pca.st/J7ff
Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/radiocblue/
Internet Archive: http://www.archive.org (search by publish date)
Google Podcasts: bit.ly/2KS80
Player.fm https://player.fm/series/radio-crystal-blue
iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/216445467/
Goodpods: https://goodpods.com/podcasts/radio-crystal-blue-579171
RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/d45a80/podcast/rss

I recited a part of Kurt Vonnegut’s book “Breakfast Of Champions” (or, Goodbye Blue Monday)

The Feverfew “Selby” – Apparitions
Casey Holford “Summer Storm” – All Young And Beautiful http://www.caseyholford.com
Jessie Kilguss “Sleepwalking Heart” – What Do Whales Dream About At Night? http://www.jessiekilguss.com
Charlie Nieland “Elegy” http://www.charlienieland.com
The Steel Wheels “Water’s Edge” – No More Rain http://www.thesteelwheels.com
Trent Wagler “Townie Summer” – This Might Be My Prime


Britt Connors “Beaufort Breakdown” – Longitude http://www.brittconnors.com
LN Heart “Dark Light” – Colors http://www.ln-heart.com
Aimee Van Dyne “Owning Up” (live at Arlene’s Grocery) http://www.aimeevandyne.com
Maya de Vitry “Are You Happy” – Infinite http://www.mayadevitry.com
Kevin Daniel “Dragging Me Down” – The Life & Adventures Of Kevin Daniel http://www.thekevindaniel.com
John Shipe “Gold Into Yarn” – Water This Dark http://www.johnshipemusic.com


These artists share billing at the Mile Of Music Festival in Appleton WI http://www.mileofmusic.com
Katie Dahl “Sacristy” – Seven Stones http://www.katiedahlmusic.com
Crys Matthews “Like Jesus Would” – Reclamation http://www.crysmatthews.com
Jesse Lynn Madera “Dante” – Fortunes http://www.jesselynnmadera.com
Megan Slankard “The Tragic Life Of Caleb” – A Token Of The Wreckage http://www.meganslankard.com


These artists will appear at the upcoming Mariposa Folk Festival http://www.mariposafolk.com
Malia Rogers “Chameleon” – Chameleon http://www.maliarogers.ca
Cuff The Duke “It’s Alright” – Breaking Dawn http://www.cufftheduke.ca
Julian Taylor “Dedication” – http://www.juliantaylormusic.ca
The Pairs “Annie’s Daughter” – When We Will Find Our Way? http://www.thepairsmusic.com


Part 2 starts here

Pomona Park “Do Not Disturb”
Hudson Powder Company “Tennessee Lamb” – Crest Of Orange http://www.hudsonpowdercompany.com
Dining Dead “Overture” – Is This A House? http://www.diningdead.com
ANFØRSYN “Fallen Angel”
Starting Early “Bethesda” http://www.startingearlyofficial.com
Glow And The Dark “Bright Eyes T-Shirt”
Flesh Produce “It Gets Better” – Couch Slime IV


Hard Maybe “Palace” https://www.hardmaybe.band/
Surprise Chef “Consulate Case” http://www.surprise-chef.com
Brad ‘Guitar’ Wilson “Monterey” – The Californian http://www.bradwilsonlive.com
Jennifer Lyn & The Groove Revival “Light The Fire” – Retrograde http://www.jlynandthegrooverevival.com
Johnny Rawls “Rip Off The Bandage” – Make Them Dance http://www.johnnyrawlsblues.com
Eric Selby “Orbit” – Where You Born At? http://www.ericselby.com
Katie Knipp “The Devil’s Armchair” – Me http://www.katieknipp.com
Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band “Are You Gonna Rise? (For LeVar) http://www.bigdamnband.com


ALBUM FOCUS: Groove Africa http://www.putumayo.com
Groove Africa is a genre-spanning collection of contemporary African sounds, with a strong emphasis on the vibrant Afrobeats scene of Nigeria and West Africa. Featuring 10 tracks by rising artists from across the continent—including Kenya, Guinea, Angola, and Ethiopia—the album captures a dynamic moment in global music culture. This release offers a curated glimpse into Africa’s modern grooves, designed for both longtime fans and new listeners alike.

Ricardo Lemvo & Makina Loca (Angola/Congo) “Simone CM”
Cheikh Ibra Fam (Senegal) “Xam Xam”
Amadeus (Senegal) “Fi ba leuz”


These artists are part of next month’s Red Wing Roots Festival http://www.redwingroots.com
Larry & Joe “Silver Lining” ft. Nelson Enchandía – Manos Panamericanos http://www.larryandjoe.com
Donna The Buffalo “I Won’t Be Looking Back” – Dance In The Street http://www.donnathebuffalo.com
Eddie 9V “Back On My Feet”- Little Black Flies http://www.eddie9v.com
The Faux Paws “Fourth Decade” – s/t http://www.thefauxpawsmusic.com
JP Harris “East Alabama” – JP Harris Is a Trash Fire http://www.ilovehonkytonk.com


Robert Thomas & The Sessionmen “Judge & Jury” – The Way We Roll http://www.robertthomasandthesessionmen.com
Cole Quest & The City Pickers “7-11/Foggy Mountain Rock” – Self-[En]Titled http://www.colequest.com
Suzie Brown “Bigger Bite” – Songs Worth Saving http://www.suziebrownsongs.com
Carrie Elkin “Tilt-A-Whirl” – The Penny Collector http://www.carrieelkin.com
Danny Schmidt “The Longest Way” – Standard Deviation http://www.dannyschmidt.com
Tim Grimm “In The USA” – Bones Of Trees http://www.timgrimm.com


​Closing music: Geoffrey Armes “Vrikshashana (The Tree)” – Spirit Dwelling
Running time: 4 hours, 35 minutes

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Radio Crystal Blue 9/15/24


This is the most recent playlist from Radio Crystal Blue. The show was published on 9/15/24. Next shows should be published around 9/22/24.

LISTEN:
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6Wlzu3cFXU5LAYAvGx4u4T
Anchor https://anchor.fm/radiocblue
Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a7049581-79d4-44dc-9d93-20a0f95fc0aa/Radio-Crystal-Blue
Stitcher http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/radio-crystal-blue
Apple Music https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/radio-crystal-blue/id1358998494
Overcast https://overcast.fm/itunes1358998494/radio-crystal-blue
Castbox https://castbox.fm/channel/id1204385
Breaker https://www.breaker.audio/radio-crystal-blue
Radio Public https://radiopublic.com/radio-crystal-blue-GEzylN
Pocket Casts http://pca.st/J7ff
Mixcloud https://www.mixcloud.com/radiocblue/
Internet Archive: http://www.archive.org (search by publish date)
Google Podcasts bit.ly/2KS80
Player.fm https://player.fm/series/radio-crystal-blue
RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/d45a80/podcast/rss

Danny Schmidt “Company Of Friends” – Little Grey Sheep
Danny Schmidt “Canaan” http://www.dannyschmidt.com
Carrie Elkin “My Brother Said” – The Penny Collector http://www.carrieelkin.com
Jeremiah Lockwood “No More In This Life” – American Primitive http://www.jeremiahlockwood.com
Nichole Wagner “Life During Wartime” – Dance Songs For the Apocalypse http://www.nicholewagner.com
RJ Gibb “Lose Control” https://www.rjgibb.co.uk/


The Matthew Show “(invocation)” & “Half The Man” – February http://www.thematthewshow.com
Keegan McInroe “Eat, Drink and Be Merry” – Dusty Passports & Empty Beds http://www.keeganmcinroe.com
Noah Zacharin “Tom Morrow” – Points Of Light http://www.noahsong.com
Ellis Paul “Who You Are” – 55 http://www.ellispaul.com
Jess Novak & Ben Wayne “Sink” – Sonrise http://www.jessrocknovak.com
LPMC “Lonely Boy” – http://www.lpmcmusic.com/
Chris Shiflett “Damage Control” – Alone Ay Sea http://www.chrisshiflett.com


These artists are performing at the upcoming Americanafest:

Sarah Shook & The Disarmers “Parting Words” – Years http://www.disarmers.com
Kevin Daniel “Heart Like Mine” – The Life and Adventures Of Kevin Daniel http://www.thekevindaniel.com
Eliot Bronson “She Loves The Mountains” – Empty Spaces http://www.eliotbronson.com
Twisted Pine “Don’t Come Over Tonight” – Right Now http://www.twistedpinemusic.com
JP Harris “East Alabama” – JP Harris Is A Trash Fire http://www.ilovehonkytonk.com
Jaimee Harris “Fall (Devin’s Song)” – Boomerang Town http://www.jaimeeharris.com
Abbie Gardner “Too Many Kisses” – Dobrosinger http://www.abbiegardner.com
Secret Emchy Society “Think I Do” – Gold Country-Country Gold http://www.emchy.com
Julian Taylor “See This Thing Through” – Pathways http://www.juliantaylormusic.ca


Rollo Doherty “Venus On A Flower” – Out My Window http://www.rollodoherty.com
Skinshape “Lady Sun” (featuring Hollie Cook) http://www.facebook.com/skinshape
Keeley “Inga Hauser” – http://www.keeleysound.com
Rodney Cromwell “Madeline Trip” – Exercise Class https://www.happyrobots.co.uk/rodney-cromwell
The Bard Band “We Flattered Be” – Angels Got His Back http://www.thebardband.com
Girl Gordon “Corruptor” – Corruptor http://www.girlgordon.com
Rising Alma “Sleepless Mind” – Awake http://www.risingalma.com


Part 2 starts here:

Leisure Hour “The Glow” – The Sunny Side http://www.facebook.com/leiurehour
Shotgun Funeral “For Good” – Nicer https://www.facebook.com/shotgunfuneralchi/
All Hope Remains “Standing By” – Find My Way https://www.facebook.com/allhoperemains/events
No Guidance “Back To You” – Late To The Party https://www.facebook.com/NoGuidanceOfficial
Lost In Society “Wake Up” – The Distribution Of Comfort http://www.facebook.com/lostinsociety
Phantom Hound “Gold Fever” – From Boom Town To Ghost Town http://www.phantomhound.com
Pig “The Sick” – Sinsation (re-release) – http://www.pigindustries.com
En Esch “Get Lost” (featuring Vas Kallas of Hanzel und Gretyl) http://www.enesch.de


King Ropes” Radio Jane” – Idaho http://www.kingropesband.com
Rena Guinn & The Gentlemen “Talk To Me’ – The Wilburland Sessions http://www.renaguinn.com
Petunia & The Vipers “Billy The Kid” – http://www.facebook.com/petuniathevipers
Professor Louie & Cromatix “Tick Tock” – Strike Up The Band http://www.professorlouie.com
The Reverend Shawn Amos “Soul Brother No. 1” – Soul Brother No. 1 http://www.shawnamos.com
Emily Hicks “Anymore” – Weird Wild Wonderful http://www.emilyhicksmusic.com


ALBUM FOCUS: Si Kahn & George Mann: Labor Day: A Tribute To Hard-Working People Everywhere http://www.sikahn.com
Michael Johnathon & Odetta “Gone Gonna Rise Again”
Billy Bragg “We’re The Ones”
George Mann “Were You There”
Laurie Lewis & Si Kahn ‘Long Way To Harlan”


Erin Ash Sullivan “We Walk The Flats” – Signposts and Marks http://www.erinashsullivan.com
Beth Wood “The Speed Of Lonely” – Love Is Onto You http://www.bethwoodmusic.com
Peter Mulvey “Soft Animal” – Love Is The Only Thing http://www.petermulvey.com
The Pairs “Superhuman” – When Will We Find Our Way? http://www.thepairsmusic.com
Kate McDonnell “Madeleine” – Trapeze http://www.katemcdonnell.com
Mean Mary “Tarzan” – Portrait Of A Woman Part 2 http://www.meanmary.com
Annie & Rod Capps “The Way It Goes” – Love & Rain http://www.annieandrodcapps.com
March To August “Leonora’s Dance” – Songs Inspired By Witness http://www.marchtoaugust.com

Closing: Geoffrey Armes “Vrikshashana (The Tree)” – Spirit Dwelling http://www.geoffreyarmes.com

Running time: 5 hours 7 minutes

Radio Crystal Blue 6/30/24


This is the most recent playlist from Radio Crystal Blue. The show was published on 7/2/24. Next shows should be published around 7/11/24.

LISTEN:
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6Wlzu3cFXU5LAYAvGx4u4T
Anchor https://anchor.fm/radiocblue
Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a7049581-79d4-44dc-9d93-20a0f95fc0aa/Radio-Crystal-Blue
Stitcher http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/radio-crystal-blue
Apple Music https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/radio-crystal-blue/id1358998494
Overcast https://overcast.fm/itunes1358998494/radio-crystal-blue
Castbox https://castbox.fm/channel/id1204385
Breaker https://www.breaker.audio/radio-crystal-blue
Radio Public https://radiopublic.com/radio-crystal-blue-GEzylN
Pocket Casts http://pca.st/J7ff
Mixcloud https://www.mixcloud.com/radiocblue/
Internet Archive: http://www.archive.org (search by publish date)
Google Podcasts bit.ly/2KS802i
Player.fm https://player.fm/series/radio-crystal-blue
RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/d45a80/podcast/rss

Opening:


Opening:
Kinky Friedman “Resurrection”- Resurrection http://www.kinkyfriedman.com
Drew Young “We Went Sideways Again” http://www.drewyoung.com
Tara Maclean “”If I Fall” – Sparrow http://www.taramacleanmusic.com
Emm Gryner “Burn The Boats” – Business & Pleasure http://www.emmgryner.com
Rachael Sage “Whistle Blow” -Another Side http://www.rachaelsage.com
Kathy Zimmer “Queen” http://www.kathyzimmermusic.com


Red Reyne “A Moment That Will Do” http://www.redreyne.com
Michael Meeking “Little Miss Sydney” – http://www.michaelmeeking.com
Sam Weber “Oregon” samwebermusic.ca
Jo Wymer “The Well Runs Dry” – SLG http://www.jowymer.com
Laurie Black “Queen Solstice” – Angst Music http://www.laurieblack.co.uk
Victoria Staff “Niagara” http://www.victoriastaffmusic.com
Jon Mullane “The Sun In The Summertime” http://www.jonmullane.com
Mary Ocher “Swedish Samoa” – Your Guide To Revolution http://www.maryocher.com


ALBUM FOCUS
Putumayo World Music presents “African Celebration” with 10 songwriters from and with ties to the African continent. http://www.putumayo.com

Michael Oloyede Nigeria “Falala”
Dobet Gnahoré Côte d’Ivoire “Espoir”
Pat Kalla & Le Super Mojo Cameroon / France “Fou de Vous”
Misumena with Joy Msani & Nes Mburu Kenya/Germany “Usawa”


Sugar Bones “How I Do” http://www.sugarbonesband.com
The Kut “Not Here For Love” – Grit http://www.thekut.co.uk
Castle Black “Fly (Just Try)”- http://www.castleblackmusic.com
Hats Off Gentlemen It’s Adequate “Copenhagen”- Copenhagen http://www.hatsoffgentlemen.com
Babylon AD “Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day” http://www.babylonadband.com
Plum Vision “Number One”- See You Later Goodbye http://www.facebook.com/plumvision.band
Lost In Society “Wake Up” – https://www.facebook.com/lostinsociety/
Diesel Boy “Punk Rock Minivan” – http://www.dieselboy.com
The Dirty Nil “Am I The Menace?”- Free Rein To Passions https://thedirtynil.com
The Venomous Pinks “No Rules” – Vita Mors http://www.thevenomouspinks.com
Krashkarma “Fireball” – Falling To Pieces http://www.krashkarma.com


Part 2 starts here:

ALBUM FOCUS: Cactus – Temple Of Heroes-Influences & Friends http://www.cactusrocks.net

“Big Mama Boogie” featuring Pat Travers & James Caputo (Cactus)
“You Can’t Judge A Book By The Cover”
“Rock N’ Roll Children” featuring Britt Lightning (Vixen), Vernon Reid (Living Colour) & Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot)
“Let Me Swim” featuring Doug Aldrich (Whitesnake) & Marco Mendoza (Blue Murder)


Robert Jon & The Wreck “Ballad Of A Broken Hearted Man http://www.robertjonandthewreck.com
Smash Into Pieces “Heathens” disconnect http://www.smashintopieces.com
Chris Daniels & The Kings with Freddi Gowdy “Jump (When My Baby Says)” – Blues With Horns Volume II http://www.chrisdaniels.com
The Reverend Shawn Amos “Stone Cold Lover” – Soul Brother Number 1 http://www.shawnamos.com
Katie Knipp “Dirty Cables” – Me http://www.katieknipp.com
By The Waves “Eyes”- https://www.facebook.com/bythewavesband
Goldpine “Do You Have Me?” – Two http://www.goldpinemusic.com
Jeffrey Foucault “Last Night I Dreamed Of Television” – Horse Latitudes http://www.jeffreyfoucault.com
Lukas Nelson & Promise Of The Real “I Won’t Fail Her” – Wasted http://www.lukasnelson.com


Voice Appetizer “Mirror”- http://www.voiceappetizer.at
Noah Derksen “One Stab At The Good Life” -Sanctity Of Silence http://www.noahderksen.com
The Pairs “Asleep” – When Will We Find Our Way?” – http://www.thepairsmusic.com
Fraser Morgan “Fell Again In Love (Sexy Senorita)” – http://www.frasermorganmusic.com
Donna Herula “Can’t Wait To See My Baby” – Bang At The Door http://www.donnaherula.com
Allysen Callery “Tarot Card”- Ghost Folk http://www.allysencallery.com
Jean Mann “Let Me Sleep In Your Arms Tonight” – Songs For All The Days http://www.jeanmann.net


Closing:
Heth & Jed “Between The In And The Out” – Between The In And The Out

Running time: 4 hours, 25 minutes

Radio Crystal Blue 2/18/24


This is the most recent playlist from Radio Crystal Blue. The show was published on 2/18/24. Next shows should be published around 2/28/24.

LISTEN:
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6Wlzu3cFXU5LAYAvGx4u4T
Anchor https://anchor.fm/radiocblue
Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a7049581-79d4-44dc-9d93-20a0f95fc0aa/Radio-Crystal-Blue
Stitcher http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/radio-crystal-blue
Apple Music https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/radio-crystal-blue/id1358998494
Overcast https://overcast.fm/itunes1358998494/radio-crystal-blue
Castbox https://castbox.fm/channel/id1204385
Breaker https://www.breaker.audio/radio-crystal-blue
Radio Public https://radiopublic.com/radio-crystal-blue-GEzylN
Pocket Casts http://pca.st/J7ff
Mixcloud https://www.mixcloud.com/radiocblue/
Internet Archive: http://www.archive.org (search by publish date)
Google Podcasts bit.ly/2KS802i
Player.fm https://player.fm/series/radio-crystal-blue
RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/d45a80/podcast/rss

The show is heard in 2 parts via the RSS feed. Use Mixcloud or the Internet Archive to hear it as one long segment.

The Upsetters “Dry Acid” – Clint Eastwood
Dead Milkmen “Shaft In Greenland” – Soul Rotation
Dead Milkmen “Punk Rock Girl” Beelzebubba
Mojo Nixon “Elvis Is Everywhere” – Bo-Day-Shus!!
Jason Ringenberg “God Bless The Ramones” – Stand Tall http://www.jasonringenberg.com
Ramones “Scattergun” – Adios Amigos
Ramones “The Shape Of Things To Come” – Acid Eaters
Ramones “I Believe In Miracles” – We’re Outta Here
MC5 “Rocket Reducer No. 62” – Kick Out The Jams
The Who “Heaven And Hell” – Live At Leeds
Hurricane #1 “Step Into My World” – s/t
Hurricane #1 “What Do You Think Of Me” Can’t Get There from Here


Jess Novak & Ben Wayne “Falling” – Sonrise http://www.jessrocknovak.com
Drew Young “Sing Me A Happy Song” – http://www.drewyoung.com
Davie Furey “Where She Hides” – Glimpses Of Truth http://www.daviefurey.com
Beldon Haigh “Paper Tiger” – http://www.beldonhaigh.com
Kevin Daniel “Whiskey With My Maker” – The Life And Adventures Of Kevin Daniel http://www.thekevindaniel.com
Grace Morrison “Puritan” – Maybe Modern http://www.gracemorrison.com
Meghan Cary “My Life” – Sing Louder http://www.meghancary.com
Mare Wakefield “Safe Heart” – No Remedy http://www.marewakefield.com
Ash & Eric “Never Walking Out” – Sure http://www.ashandericmusic.com


Part 2 starts here:

These are some of the official showcase artists at this year’s Folk Alliance International event:
Connie Kaldor “Pain And Sorrow” – Keep Going http://www.conniekaldor.com
Ellis Paul “The Gift” – 55 http://www.ellispaul.com
Stillhouse Junkies “Over The Pass” – Small Towns http://www.stillhousejunkies.com
Alice Howe “With You By My Side” – Circumstance http://www.alicehowe.com
Grace Pettis “Working Woman” – Working Woman http://www.gracepettis.com
Karyn Oliver “Jenny” – Cherchez La Femme http://www.karynoliver.com
The Accidentals “Wide Open” – Time Out: Session #2 http://www.theaccidentalsmusic.com
Ordinary Elephant “I Come From” – Honest http://www.ordinaryelephant.com
Ever More Nest “My Story” – Out Here Now http://www.evermorenest.com


We Ghosts “Almost Alone” http://www.weghosts.com
Corvus & The Morning Star “A Break In The Clouds” https://catmsband.co.uk/
KMFDM “Next Move” – Let Go https://kmfdm.net/
Strange Majik “Dopamine” – NYC Animal http://www.strangemajik.com
Kojak “Midnight” s/t https://www.kojakmusic.com/
For Closure “Moon At Noon” https://www.facebook.com/ForClosureLA
Mio “Det er meg det samme hvor jeg havner når jeg dør” – http://www.miomusikk.com
Free Sergio “Free Sergio” – https://www.facebook.com/freesergioband


Robert Connelly Farr “Things They Tellin’ You” – Pandora Sessions http://www.robertconnellyfarr.com
Shane Martin “Almost” – Anywhere http://www.shanemartin.com
The Lucky Ones “Fool’s Gold” A Nickel For The Fiddler https://www.theluckyonesmusic.com/
The Pairs “Easier To Leave” – When Will We Find Our Way http://www.thepairsmusic.com
Daniel Isaiah “I’ve Got A Lot Riding On You” – To Live A Wild Life facebook.com/danisaiah
Dana & Susan Robinson “No Billboards” – The Town That Music Saved http://www.robinsongs.com
Kellie Loder “When We Kiss” https://kellieloder.com/
Cosy Sheridan & Charlie Koch “Demeter In The Underworld” – My Fence & My Neighbor http://www.cosysheridan.com
Allysen Callery “Elemental Child” – Ghost Folk http://www.allysencallery.com

Closing music: MFSB “My Mood”
Running time: 4 hours 10 minutes