Alaska Folk Festival guest artist Rosie Newton recorded this medley on April 15, 2020 to contribute to KTOO’s Red Carpet Concert Series. Since our studios are closed due to COVID-19, she recorded in her kitchen during what would have been the third day of the 46th annual Alaska Folk Festival in Juneau.
Rosie and music partner Richie Stearns will be back for next year’s festival reboot.
Alaska Folk Festival guest artist Richie Stearns recorded this tune on April 15, 2020 to contribute to KTOO’s Red Carpet Concert Series. Since our studios are closed due to COVID-19, he recorded in his home during what would have been the third day of the 46th annual Alaska Folk Festival in Juneau.
Richie and music partner Rosie Newton will be back for next year’s festival reboot.
Erin Anais Heist and Andrew Heist recorded Erin’s “Train to Cheyenne” on April 13, 2020 to contribute to KTOO’s Red Carpet Concert Series. Since our studios are closed due to COVID-19, they recorded in their living room during what would have been the first day of the 46th annual Alaska Folk Festival in Juneau.
The duet specializes in heart-wrenching country, bluegrass, cajun, and old time duets in the Alaska tradition.
Sarah Everett is the Thursday morning host of Crosscurrents on KRNN 102.7 fm. Her show features a wide variety of world music. While all live-hosted shows are currently cancelled, check out her playlist here (updated weekly):
Check out this vintage footage from our vaults!
Check out this vintage footage from our vaults of the 9th annual Alaska Folk Festival.
