RootsShovels & Rope: In Marriage And Music, A 'Psychic' BondAugust 26, 2014Relationships are complicated, and as Cary Ann Hearst says of her marriage to musical partner Michael Trent, "It's a strange thing to be held accountable as part of a musical act." Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
RootsSix Great Voices That Shaped American MusicJuly 4, 2014 | Kent TeetersThese voices are American through-and-through, but if their songs are not shared with young people is there a danger we could forget about them? Perhaps not, thanks to the influence of YouTube and institutions like the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
RootsThe Carolina Chocolate Drops: Expanding The String Band TraditionJune 3, 2014The Grammy Award-winning folk group “Carolina Chocolate Drops” will perform at the Gallo Center for the Arts in Modesto July 2. The band visited the Insight studio last year ahead of a sold-out show in Sacramento.
RootsThe Nickel Slots Help Kick Off Free Friday Night ConcertsMay 1, 2014 | Steve MilneDowntown Sacramento’s annual series of free concerts, called “Friday Night Concerts in the Park,” begins its 11-week run tomorrow. Four bands will be playing, including The Nickel Slots. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
