Joe Kendrick goes backstage with Alabama Shakes at the Orange Peel before their first performance in Asheville, NC on 12-29-11. The band is making big waves with fans and winning the hearts of bands like Drive-By Truckers ahead of their first album due out this spring on ATO Records.
This is the full version of the conversation that was edited for radio broadcast 1-2-12
Greg Lyon and Daniel Coston join host Joe Kendrick in this conversation about the inductees, nominees and names left of the ballot for the next class entering the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Broadcast 12-26 to 12-28-11
Daniel Coston and Greg Lyons take a turn praising some favorite 2011 releases with host Joe Kendrick while lamenting two notably disappointing albums.
This is the full version of the show that was edited for radio broadcast 12-21 and 12-22-11
Greg Lyon of Asheville Free Media and photographer and writer Daniel Coston join host Joe Kendrick in this conversation about new and favorite Christmas music as well as box sets from Grateful Dead, Elvis Presley, John Fahey, The Stooges and more.
This is the full version of the show that was edited for radio broadcast 12-19 and 12-20-11
Daniel Coston joins the What It Is panel again and Greg Lyon makes his way to WNCW for the first time in this conversation about their favorite live shows and events of 2011.
Kim Ruehl of No Depression joins new panelist and WNCW veteran host Scotty Robertson in this conversation about their favorite releases of the year. Host Joe Kendrick weighs in as well with some picks in this podcast which is the full version of the show which was edited for radio broadcast.
Dan Deacon talks with host Joe Kendrick from his home in Baltimore about his second appearance at Moogfest and performing in the audience rather than on stage, how the laptop is the new acoustic guitar and much more.
This is the full version of the conversation that was edited for broadcast 12-8-11
This year, the music subscription service Spotify came to the U.S. and No Depression's Kim Ruehl talks with Scotty Robertson and host Joe Kendrick about how sharing music and being one's own online DJ is now easier than ever before.
This is the full version of the show which was edited for broadcast 12-6 to 12-7-11
WNCW veteran Scotty Robertson joins the What It Is panel for the first time in a preview of this year's Christmas Jam in Asheville.
Chris Pandolfi plays banjo for the Infamous Stringdusters and he took time out of his busy schedule to talk with host Joe Kendrick about bluegrass innovation and tradition, as well as his passion for video and much more.
What It Is takes its cue from Jeff Eason in this conversation with Bob Hinkle and Jamie Soesbee about the musicial children of icons. Which apple falls farthest from the tree and who comes close to matching the greatness of their parent? Host Joe Kendrick joins in as well.
Sean Moeller, founder of http://www.daytrotter.com/, talks with host Joe Kendrick by phone from his studio in Rock Island, Illinois about his website which offers live performances daily and Daytrotter's second trip to Echo Mountain Recording and Moogfest in Asheville. This is the full version of the conversation which was edited for broadcast 11-21-11
Ken Shipley talks with host Joe Kendrick by phone from his Chicago office about his record label, Numero Group, the archives of great music that they have reissued and the artists that they have helped bring back into circulation. The label is heading a tour of soul revues in North and South Carolina the week this was broadcast (11-16 and 11-17-11).
Bob Hinkle and Jamie Soesbee join host Joe Kendrick in a conversation about music that they love but might not brag about listening to in certain circles. Broadcast 11-15-11
What It Is reviews a fascinating new album reinterpreting and reinventing classic material from the likes of Doc Watson, Hazel Dickens and Bill Monroe by regional artist Charlie Chamberlain. Old and New is a mash up of traditional music with beats and electronics, and is not for sale but rather is available as a free download. Host Joe Kendrick and panelists Bob Hinkle and Jamie Soesbee talk about the music and some of the legalities involved with this and past recordings that have sampled or used other artists' music.
This is the full version of the show that was edited for radio broadcast 11-14-11
David Gans and Bobby Miller talk with host Joe Kendrick about their experience in the music business in this conversation which covers a lot of ground, from their perspectives on releasing music, touring and much more. This is the full version of the show that was edited for radio broadcast the week of 11-7-11
David Gans, host of the Grateful Dead Hour, and Bobby Miller of The Virginia Daredevils, make their way to our Spindale studio to talk about David's upcoming book about the music of The Grateful Dead. This podcast is the full version of the show that was edited for WNCW broadcast 11-7-11
The What It Is crew takes Shaun Williams' lead and highlights the longlasting impact of Leo Fender on music. From his invention of iconic instruments like the Stratocaster to his business acumen, Fender is a fascinating figure to study. This conversation features Shaun, fellow panelist Carol Rifkin and host Joe Kendrick. Broadcast 11-1 and 11-2-11
What It Is gives some tips and words of wisdom from panelists Shaun Williams and Carol Rifkin about how to "make it" in the music world. The conversation concentrates on good practices for artists to be professional both on stage and off.
What It Is features panelists Carol Rifkin and Shaun Williams in this conversation with host Joe Kendrick about how we recycle older forms of music and make them new again. From the folk boom of the early 60's to the mash-ups of Danger Mouse, and from artists going back into their own catalog to new technology being able to make Edison cylinders listenable, this show has decades' worth of ground to cover.