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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. 

Spencer LaJoye revisits their roots

The “queer indie folk” singer/songwriter plays Americana Sundays Nov. 10.
Spencer LaJoye revisits their roots
Youngman & Oldmen: 150 years and counting

Youngman & Oldmen: 150 years and counting

For ArtRat's Americana Sundays roots music series, West Michigan folk heroes Frank Youngman, Mark Schrock and Tom T. Ball will perform a repertoire of Americana folk tunes, vintage jazz, "ancient" country music, and...

Monte Pride: Made in Michigan

The Michigan-born and -based singer-songwriter and fingerstyle guitarist talks with ArtRat about his process and his collaborations across the state. 
Monte Pride: Made in Michigan
Whorled brings global musical vision to ArtRat

Whorled brings global musical vision to ArtRat

Ahead of their Americana Sundays debut, the trio talks about its international blend of influences.

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.