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Before she headed to Caffe Lena, Kate McDonnell played us a couple new songs. See her at Caffe Lena on January 30.
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Lucio Barbarino moved to the Local 518 to join the great music scene here. He's been gigging out in the community over the past year or so. This was his second visit, and he's working on new music. Have a listen. Check him out. -
The Diver Library's Let's Make a Song project - volume 8: Color Our World. -
Thomas Lindsay, Michael Eck and Paul Jossman have dug into the true American songbook for songs to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America. The first in their series of shows is at the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall's Free at Noon concert series (2nd Tuesdays of the month at noon, and it's free) on January 13th, 2026. -
Ryan Montbleau chats with Dave Michaels about his upcoming new album and more. -
At the 2025 Northeast Regional Folk Alliance (NERFA) conference, we sat down with Doug Mishkin to learn more about him and his music. -
Marty Wendell, even at 80, is not slowing down. He's put out his new album. It's been available at shows and online, but will be coming in physical form soon. -
Dakota Bates, daughter of the late Bob Bates from the Local 518, dropped by on a recent trip home to play songs she's been working on. We talked about her father's influence on her and her decision to play and make music. -
Carolyn Shapiro is embarking upon her crowd funding for her first full-length album. She's released a couple of EPs so far, but this next project will be a full album. And she's heading to Nashville to record and produce the album. Listen and learn more! -
The Chicago-based band The Empty Pockets may be well-known as the backing band for some of the greats of the 1970's as they tour around in modern times - folks like Gary Wright and Al Stewart. They are also a going concern of their very own. And they sure love to play music! See them at Caffe Lena on December 10th - in person, or on the live stream. -
OCMS's Morgan Jahnig chats with Dave Michaels about their new holiday album and upcoming Holiday Hootenanny at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
Live performances and conversations with Local 518 musicians. Each week, we highlight a different Local 518 artist in session. Thursdays at 930pm.
From the R&B and soul of the '50s and '60s to the dance beat of the '70s, Chris Wienk brings you a weekly exploration into the roots of rock 'n roll.
Fridays at 9pm, Saturdays at 11pm.
Fridays at 9pm, Saturdays at 11pm.
