For the past three years, Shaakindustoow Ed Littlefield has been a part of a team composing what will be the first full opera in the Lingit language. It’s about the Battle of Sitka in the early 1800s.
Music
Behind the scenes at Alaska Folk Festival, volunteers keep the show moving
On the first night of Folk Fest on Monday, volunteers scrambled to get ready and shared what it takes to make the festival run.
Tongass Voices: Hiram Henry on the volunteers that drive Folk Fest
The success of the festival relies heavily on the swiftness of the volunteer stage crew. And that’s organized by Alaska Folk Festival board members like longtime stage crew volunteer Hiram Henry.
2026 KXLL Nightlife Guide
From laid-back jam sessions to unique late-night sets, KXLL has got you covered to help you plan your after-hours Folk Fest experience.
Juneau singer-songwriter Taylor Dallas Vidic’s first album delves into relationships through jazz-folk mashup
Juneau musician Taylor Dallas Vidic has joined a lot of acts in and outside of Juneau over the years. Now, after working on it for years, she’s releasing her first album, Cat and Mouse, in April.
Alaska Folk Festival guest artist Willi Carlisle on what’s bringing him back to Juneau
Folk singer-songwriter Willi Carlisle is this year’s guest artist at the 51st annual Alaska Folk Festival in April.