It has always seemed as if there were two Cheryl Wheelers, with fans of the New England songwriter relishing watching the two tussle for control of the mic. There is poet-Cheryl, writer of some of the prettiest, most alluring and intelligent ballads on the modern folk scene. And there is her evil twin, comic-Cheryl, a militant trend defier and savagely funny social critic. The result is a delightful contrast between poet and comic. Her deceptively plain-spun songs have been hits for such…See More

Scottish-born Canadian David Francey is recognized as one of today’s finest singer-songwriters. A three-time JUNO Award winner, Francey's wry humor and astute observations, combined with his openhearted singing style, have earned him a loyal following. The Toronto Star called him "one of Canada's most revered folk poets and singers… [His songs] are small and beautifully crafted pieces of work that have made Francey both a folk festival favorite and something of a latter-day Canadian poet…See More

Joy Kills Sorrow combines the virtuoso musicianship of traditional bluegrass with songwriting that touches on contemporary life and love with humor, intelligence and wit. The bold, young, Boston-based string band keeps a foot firmly planted in bluegrass roots—the band's name is a play on the call letters of the Indiana radio station that broadcast the Monroe Brothers in the 1930s—while the quintet's influences from the worlds of jazz, pop, swing and rock are clearly felt in its polished…See More

Birds of Chicago is a collective based around JT Nero (JT and the Clouds) and Allison Russell (Po' Girl), who have emerged as two of the most compelling new voices in North American Roots music. Nero's fractured country-soul voice wrapped in Russell's silver and gold tones is a fine thing. Not too perfect, not at all saccharine, you'll hear echoes of mountain gospel, street corner doo-wop, and classic soul.See More

Scottish-born Canadian David Francey is recognized as one of today’s finest singer-songwriters. A three-time JUNO Award winner, Francey's wry humor and astute observations, combined with his openhearted singing style, have earned him a loyal following. The Toronto Star called him "one of Canada's most revered folk poets and singers… [His songs] are small and beautifully crafted pieces of work that have made Francey both a folk festival favorite and something of a latter-day Canadian poet…See More

For years, David Bromberg earned a living as a New York studio musician, playing in sessions with a Who’s Who of folk and rock and roll greats, including Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson. His own albums, including "Demon in Disguise" and "How Late'll Ya Play ’Til," grabbed him a major audience, and his live performances won him fans for life. His original songs are clever, funny, and often profound, and the depth of his knowledge of traditional folk and blues is staggering.See More