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Ben Traverse and traditional music’s ‘ever-flowing river’

Ben Traverse and traditional music’s ‘ever-flowing river’

The folksinger, balladeer, educator, songwriter and Earthwork Music Collective member talks about the juncture of tradition and innovation ahead of his Americana Sundays appearance. 

How do Schrocks rock the holidays? Musically, of course!

The renowned family band comes to ArtRat for its third annual holiday show here. Dad Mark Schrock breaks it down ahead of the show. 
How do Schrocks rock the holidays? Musically, of course!
Spencer LaJoye revisits their roots

Spencer LaJoye revisits their roots

The “queer indie folk” singer/songwriter plays Americana Sundays Nov. 10.

Fiddler Ruby John voices First Nations, European traditions

She appears with guitarist John Warstler at ArtRat’s Americana Sundays April 7. 
Fiddler Ruby John voices First Nations, European traditions
Behind Round Creek String Band’s ‘Midwest old-time sound’

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.

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. 
Blue Water Ramblers surface at ArtRat
Spooky Ms. Tiyi has tales to tell

Spooky Ms. Tiyi has tales to tell

 Americana Sundays hosts true stories of the spirit realm.

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.
Nic Gareiss: Dancing between tradition and inclusion
Straight out of Durham: Viv & Riley

Straight out of Durham: Viv & Riley

Ahead of their performance at Americana Sundays, ArtRat interviewed Vivian Leva and Riley Calcagno.