In addition to life and music in Alaska, they spoke about their involvement with three different band configurations including the Overby Family Band, Spirit of the Red City, and Ode to the Roddes.
Arts & Culture
Foot stomping tunes by the Gallus Brothers
The Gallus Brothers, will play tonight at the Juneau Arts and Culture Center. Here’s an audio postcard about the band.
Contra Dancing: A Folk Fest Tradition
Know what was hip in Juneau during the late eighties? I’ll give you a hint, it wasn’t the mash potato.
The Barfly’s guide to Folk Fest
When the last band ends at Centennial at 10:00 p.m., the music starts at numerous bars downtown. Here’s a guide to nightlife spots in the Capital City.
Cajun band “Bonsoir, Catin” plays Alaska Folk Fest
Bonsoir, Catin band member Kristi Guillory talks about the band’s style of music and the history of the Cajun culture.
Big change in tribal leadership coming
Four people are running for president of Southeast’s largest tribal organization.
Jack Fontanella’s take on the Alaska Folk Festival
The 40th annual Alaska Folk Festival is underway in Juneau. Tonight, Folk Fest veteran Jack Fontanella plays with Collette Costa in “Costa’s Second Line Jamboree” at 8pm at Centennial Hall. I recently caught up with him for ideas on how to enjoy the festival the most.
Double Rock Band to perform at Alaska Folk Festival
The Double Rock Band is made up of three Sperl siblings and a friend. The Sperls live on a little family farm about a 20 minute drive south of Petersburg.
“Once Upon Alaska” combines artistry of photography and rhyme
Longtime Alaska photographer Mark Kelley and writer Nick Jans have teamed up to create a children’s book.
Christy NaMee Eriksen braids words and music to effect change
Eriksen is throwing a release party tonight for her new album, which will include live music and performance.