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Fiddler Ruby John voices First Nations, European traditions

Fiddler Ruby John voices First Nations, European traditions

She appears with guitarist John Warstler at ArtRat’s Americana Sundays April 7. 

Behind Round Creek String Band’s ‘Midwest old-time sound’

Ahead of the young West Michigan band's Americana Sundays debut, of the show, mandolinist Jason Wheeler talked about the ingredients that go into RCBS' music and collaborative style.
Behind Round Creek String Band’s ‘Midwest old-time sound’
Blue Water Ramblers surface at ArtRat

Blue Water Ramblers surface at ArtRat

The 2024 season of ArtRat's Americana Sundays music series kicks off with a set by this veteran Grand Rapids combo, which has been playing together for 22 years. 

Spooky Ms. Tiyi has tales to tell

 Americana Sundays hosts true stories of the spirit realm.
Spooky Ms. Tiyi has tales to tell
Nic Gareiss: Dancing between tradition and inclusion

Nic Gareiss: Dancing between tradition and inclusion

The renowned performer discusses the historical roots of his modes of dance, as well as the ethnographic training and queer perspective he brings to the stage.

Straight out of Durham: Viv & Riley

Ahead of their performance at Americana Sundays, ArtRat interviewed Vivian Leva and Riley Calcagno.
Straight out of Durham: Viv & Riley
The Wild Honey Collective: Roots with an edge

The Wild Honey Collective: Roots with an edge

Born of necessity during the pandemic, the "Lansing supergroup" brings its eclectic mix of influences to ArtRat's Americana Sundays.

Exploring Sophie Wellington's ‘trans genre’ esthetic

June 24, the Boston fiddle star headlines Americana Sundays and FAM on SoDIV.
Exploring Sophie Wellington's ‘trans genre’ esthetic
Hearth & Hymn plays against type

Hearth & Hymn plays against type

At ArtRat June 11, the duo will train its ‘queer, feminist lens’ on old-time music.