Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Steve GoodmanMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Jul 25, 2024This week, we spotlight the late Chicago singer-songwriter Steve Goodman, whose music echoes from Wrigley Field to this day.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Jeff Hanna Mike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Jul 12, 2024Every Friday around 11 a.m. on Radio Heartland, we pull a special track from the archives or from deep in the shelves to spotlight a particular artist or song. This week, we spotlight Jeff Hanna, co-founder and singer-songwriter of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Robbie RobertsonMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Jul 5, 2024Every Friday around 11 a.m. on Radio Heartland, we pull a special track from the archives or from deep in the shelves to spotlight a particular artist or song. This week, we spotlight Canadian musician Robbie Robertson, best known for his work playing lead guitar for Bob Dylan and for being a member of The Band, and for his collaborations with director Martin Scorsese.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Big Bill BroonzyMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Jun 28, 2024Every Friday around 11 a.m. on Radio Heartland, we pull a special track from the archives or from deep in the shelves to spotlight a particular artist or song. This week, we focus on Big Bill Broonzy, a hardworking, prolific singer-songwriter and guitarist whose influence is felt to this day.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Kathy MatteaMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Jun 21, 2024Every Friday around 11 a.m. on Radio Heartland, we pull a special track from the archives or from deep in the shelves to spotlight a particular artist or song. This week, we focus on an artist you hear as both a musician and as a program host on Radio Heartland: Kathy Mattea.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Howlin' WolfMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Jun 14, 2024Every Friday around 11 a.m. on Radio Heartland, we pull a special track from the archives or from deep in the shelves to spotlight a particular artist or song. This week, we honor the influential Chicago blues musician and bandleader, Howlin’ Wolf.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Memphis MinnieMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • Jun 7, 2024Every Friday around 11 a.m. on Radio Heartland, we pull a special track from the archives or from deep in the shelves to spotlight a particular artist or song. This week, we honor Memphis Minnie, a vital architect of the blues, a talented guitarist and singer, and a prolific songwriter.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Levon Helm Mike Pengra and Luke Taylor • May 31, 2024Every Friday around 11 a.m. on Radio Heartland, we pull a special track from the archives or from deep in the shelves to spotlight a particular artist or song. This week, we spotlight the legendary drummer, singer, actor and music producer Levon Helm.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Rosanne CashMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • May 24, 2024Every Friday around 11 a.m. on Radio Heartland, we pull a special track from the archives or from deep in the shelves to spotlight a particular artist or song. This week, we spotlight Rosanne Cash’s breakthrough hit.
Classic AmericanaClassic Americana: Shelly WestMike Pengra and Luke Taylor • May 17, 2024Every Friday around 11 a.m. on Radio Heartland, we pull a special track from the archives or from deep in the shelves to spotlight a particular artist or song. This week, we raise a glass to country singer Shelly West, who enjoyed a No. 1 hit with a song named after a brand-name tequila.