Folk music.

  • Malvina Reynolds sings El Cortito

    Malvina Reynolds, folk singer, sings different cuts of her song, “El Cortito” about the short 12-inch hoe she used by Mexican field workers and allowed by California and Governor Ronald Reagan.

  • Dave Bromberg and the fabulous torpedoes and friends (Episode 24 of 33, Part 1 of 3)

    Guitarist/singer-songwriter David Bromberg plays WBAI’s Free Music Store with his band the Fabulous Torpedoes, consisting of Steve Burgh, bass and vocals; Doris Abrahams, vocals and guitar; “Blind Erik Flatpick” Frandsen, vocals and guitar; Jeff Gutcheon, piano and vocals; Kenny Kosek, fiddle and vocals; Andy Statman, mandolin; and Gary Sun Luck, congas. WBAI’s Barbara Oka and…

  • Dave Bromberg and the fabulous torpedoes and friends (Episode 24 of 33, Part 2 of 3)

    Guitarist/singer-songwriter David Bromberg plays WBAI’s Free Music Store with his band the Fabulous Torpedoes, consisting of Steve Burgh, bass and vocals; Doris Abrahams, vocals and guitar; “Blind Erik Flatpick” Frandsen, vocals and guitar; Jeff Gutcheon, piano and vocals; Kenny Kosek, fiddle and vocals; Andy Statman, mandolin; and Gary Sun Luck, congas. Part 2 of this…

  • Dave Bromberg and the fabulous torpedoes and friends (Episode 24 of 33, Part 3 of 3)

    Guitarist/singer-songwriter David Bromberg plays WBAI’s Free Music Store with his band the Fabulous Torpedoes, consisting of Steve Burgh, bass and vocals; Doris Abrahams, vocals and guitar; “Blind Erik Flatpick” Frandsen, vocals and guitar; Jeff Gutcheon, piano and vocals; Kenny Kosek, fiddle and vocals; Andy Statman, mandolin; and Gary Sun Luck, congas. Part 3 of this…

  • John Hammond and Larry Johnson (Episode 29 of 33, Part 1 of 2)

    Performance by folk singers John Hammond (1942-) and Larry Johnson (1942-) at WBAI’s Free Music Store on March 29, 1972. WBAI’s Barbara Oka introduces the program. Hammond performs Riding in the moonlight, I can’t be satisfied, Love in vain, and Preachin’ Blues. Johnson performs Mean ol’ Frisco, Memphis five, Pea vine special, Keep it clean,…

  • John Hammond and Larry Johnson (Episode 29 of 33, Part 2 of 2)

    Performance by folk singers John Hammond (1942-) and Larry Johnson (1942-) at WBAI’s Free Music Store on March 29, 1972. On Part 2 of this recording, Johnson performs Broke and hungry, The things I used to do, Hi-heel sneakers, Pick poor Robin clean, and Charley Stone. Produced and recorded in stereo by David Rapkin and…

  • Dave van Ronk, Patrick Sky and Phil Ochs (Episode 32 of 33, Part 1 of 2)

    Dave van Ronk and Patrick Sky perform at WBAI’s Free Music Store with special guest Phil Ochs on April 21, 1973. The evening is introduced by WBAI’s Steve Rathe. The three guitarists switch off performances throughout the evening. Songs played on Part 1 of this recording include Frankie and Johnny, Casey Jones, Flower lady, [song…

  • Dave van Ronk, Patrick Sky and Phil Ochs (Episode 32 of 33, Part 2 of 2)

    Dave van Ronk and Patrick Sky perform at WBAI’s Free Music Store with special guest Phil Ochs on April 21, 1973. Songs featured on Part 2 on this recording are Giovanni Montini, 219 train, [unknown song by Patrick Sky], Joe Hill, Pastures of plenty, and Luang prabang. Produced by Cathy Cohen. Hosted by Steve Rathe.…

  • Richland Woman: March 27, 1974

    Richland Woman, a music program with traditional music from around the world, is presented by Roberta Friedman.

  • Richland woman: April 10, 1974-Passover edition

    Richland Woman, a music program special Passover edition, is presented by Roberta Friedman. Features Romanian music (Aron Levidic[sp?]) and music from the album “Israel Today” from the Collectors’ Series on Westminster Records. Includes music by Spanish Jews, Moroccan Jews, Tunisian Jews, Yemeni Jews, Central Asian Jews, and more.