Etown: music.ideas.community.
Etown: A radio variety show with musicians, authors, environmental activists and community volunteer organizers.
This week: JOE JACKSON / PADDY CASEY
Pop music legend Joe Jackson makes his long awaited first visit to etown along with his long-time bandmates Graham Maby and Dave Houghton. Joe delves into his early catalog of hits and also showcases new tunes.
Dublin-born singer-songwriter Paddy Casey also stops by for his premier trip to etown, with a sampling of original music energized by a fine back-up performance by Nick & the etones.
Plus, a college professor from Florida who is helping poor farm families in Guatemala while protecting the environment is honored with the e-chievement award, so make certain to tune in to etown this week!
Last Week: THE FRAMES / NELLIE McKAY
INTERVIEW: DR. TOM STARRS
The Frames are acknowledged as one of Ireland's most successful current bands. Here in etown, they perform a touching version of their Oscar-winning song, Falling Slowly, among other fine songs, for the rapt audience.
Then, singer-songwriter and pianist Nellie McKay delivers her unique brand of smart, well-crafted songs with sassy wit and charm, with solid back-up from Nick & Helen Forster and the etones.
And Nick interviews renewable energy expert, Dr. Tom Starrs of the Bonneville Environmental Foundation who offers ideas on energy conservation and sustainability.
Also, you'll learn about a philanthropic business owner from California, who receives the e-chievement award in this week's engaging encore etown broadcast.
WHAT IS ETOWN? | ETOWN CDS | STATIONS & AIRTIMES | ARCHIVE SHOWS
etown is a one hour weekly national radio show heard on over 150 commercial
and non-commercial radio stations that features great live music and
conversation about the world around us. Two artists play in front of a live
audience, performing their own sets, and then together for a spectacular
one-of-a-kind collaborative finale. etown is a unique hour on the air
that's built around the simple idea that honest music builds community.
