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Kaia Kater stopped by the station on her way to a show at Caffe Lena. We discussed her recent album "Grenades," and she played a few songs, too.

At the 2025 Northeast Regional Folk Alliance (NERFA) conference, we sat down with Doug Mishkin to learn more about him and his music.

Host Andy Gregory plays music from the Local 518

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.

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!

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.

Artist Spotlight: Girl Love – Holy Now EP Release - December 11th, 2025.

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.

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.

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.