Folk Files

• Folk Files #2.4 - I Am A Roving Gambler

  This episode explores the variations, history, and geography of the bluegrass song “The Roving Gambler.”Host: Olivia HardingSpecial thanks to: Ashford King, The Cecil Sharp House/Ralph Vaughan Williams Library, and Aaron J. MortonCheck out Basic Folk: https://basicfolk.com/Listen to Ashford King: https://open.spotify.com/album/1IZwE0c1mzOQtd3nnWn8nE?si=A5AenKxXRvmAiM_duUVHPgSupport Folk Files: https://www.patreon.com/c/FolkFilesPodcast?redirect=trueMusical excerpts:ARTIST: Doc WatsonWORK: The Roving GamblerSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhTcFh_jAnMARTIST: Larry SparksWORK: Roving GamblerSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVrfqvHVbdUARTIST: Albert SalleeWORK: Roving GamblerSOURCE: https://digitalcollections.uark.edu/digital/collection/OzarkFolkSong/id/1771ARTIST: Donna EverettWORK: Roving GamblerSOURCE: https://digitalcollections.uark.edu/digital/collection/OzarkFolkSong/id/1221ARTIST: Rambling Jack ElliottWORK: Roving GamblerSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7B5BHG5G1P8ARTIST: The CorriesWORK: Roving JourneymanSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5LzHSci1LgARTIST: Harry BrazilWORK: Rambling IrishmanSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDaC883iJjoARTIST: Tom WillettWORK: The Roving JourneymanSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_DoReXQMRMARTIST: Delia MurphyWORK: Roving JourneymanSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bztY9bHbbVAARTIST: Samantha BumgarnerWORK: The Gamblin’ ManSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWfszrzc51Q&t=121sARTIST: Leroy GardnerWORK: Gambling ManSOURCE: https://digitalcollections.uark.edu/digital/collection/OzarkFolkSong/id/2942ARTIST: The Wolfe TonesWORK: Paddy Lay BackSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QqpcENtS-sARTIST: Joan BaezWORK: The Trees They Do Grow HighSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wh7Lcw0ZIWcARTIST: The Staple SingersWORK: Move Along TrainSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fdbij67yUsARTIST: Alison KraussWORK: Down to the River To PraySOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SZv7JJqcNYARTIST: Clancy Brothers and Robbie O’ConnellWORK: MoonshinerSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Du8Naz_iAg4ARTIST: Johnny WhistletriggerWORK: Guerrilla ManSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VB1OweaWbxcARTIST: Ashford KingWORK: Roving GamblerSOURCE: https://open.spotify.com/track/5rkkQsz2EC9VaFTnAJWAHJ?si=213e5631c1a04ca0

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• Folk Files #2.3 - No Land is Alone

  From 1986-1991, a “Singing Revolution” took place in the Baltic states, leading to their independence from the Soviet Union. This episode of Folk Files looks at the rich musical history that paved the way for the Singing Revolution to occur and provides an introduction to Estonian folk and choral music. (Apologies for any horrible Estonian pronunciation).Host: Olivia HardingSpecial thanks to: Cliff S., Ramona Holmes, and Aaron J. MortonCheck out Basic Folk: https://basicfolk.com/Musical excerpts:ARTIST: Singers at Laulupidu 2019WORK: Mu isamaa on minu armSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTdOiCa0-4oARTIST: Tuule KannWORK: Estonian Folk Music Instrument: KANNELSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lqpRd9kU_oARTIST: Timo Lige / Students from HiiumaaWORK: Kiigelaul (A Swinging Song)SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6x5QslTDXW4ARTIST: Written by L. Raudkepp, Composed by J. Aavik WORK: Hoia, jumal EestitSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6O9D0ZN1kkIARTIST: Singers at Laulupidu 2019WORK: KoiSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_cCvMuDLTgARTIST: Eteläsuomalaisen Osakunnan LaulajatWORK: Kangakudumise laulSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izYbVvt-DPoARTIST: Singers at Laulupidu 2014WORK: Mis need ohjad meida hoidvadSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHuaIz6ZK6sARTIST: Tartu Boys ChoirWORK: Mu isamaa on minu armSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oX4yvG5ApUARTIST: Tartu Boys ChoirWORK: Veel kaitse Kalev oma lapsiSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbdpHz4s7-4ARTIST: Ell TaburWORK: Lenda, lenda, lepalindSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oSswM_7sBYARTIST: Tallinna KammerkoorWORK: Priiuse hommikulSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ru-picL-OzoARTIST: Tallinna Meestelaulu SeltsWORK: Üks kindel linn ja varjupaikSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B37doTWWFwkARTIST: Singers at Laulupidu 2019WORK: TuljakSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2k2lsqm8JLkARTIST: Singers at Öölaulupidu 2008WORK: Ei ole üksi ükski maaSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3BSN0P8-no

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• Episode Swap - Basic Folk: Carolyn Kendrick's Devilish Detour

  Surprise! This is not an episode of Folk Files: It's an episode of Basic Folk! Basic Folk, produced by the Bluegrass Situation, is a podcast that features honest conversations with folk musicians. Hosted by Cindy Howes and Lizzie No, Basic Folk approaches interviews with warmth, humor and insightful questions. Since 2018, this podcast has dignified under the radar roots musicians by providing a platform that they might not otherwise have.This episode features Carolyn Kendrick, whose latest project explores the complex themes of moral panic, tradition, and the figure of the devil aka Satan aka Lucifer. The LA-based songwriter opens up about the inspiration behind her album "Each Machine." She shares her unexpected journey into researching the devil, sparked by a podcast project that ended up overtaking her life, leading her to interview the leader of the Satanic Temple, among many others. This deep dive into the topic became a way for her to process the overwhelming political and cultural landscape. Check out the links below to hear more from Basic Folk!https://basicfolk.com/https://www.facebook.com/basicfolkpod/https://www.instagram.com/basicfolkpod/Carolyn Kendrick Links:Each Machine on Bandcamp: https://carolynkendrick.bandcamp.com/album/each-machineWebsite: ⁠https://www.carolynkendrick.com⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolynbkendrick/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolynkendrickmusic Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@carolynbkendrick 

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• Folk Files #2.2 - Bedlam Boys Are Bonny

  He goes bare, he lives by the air, and he wants no drink nor money…or does he? In this episode, we explore the songs and stories surrounding Tom of Bedlam. Where did the modern tune come from? And why is the title misleading? Hold on to your hat and your sanity for this musical journey to Pluto’s kitchen and beyond.Host: Olivia HardingSpecial thanks to: Aaron J. MortonCheck out Basic Folk: https://basicfolk.com/Musical excerpts:ARTIST: HeritageWORK: Mad Tom of BedlamSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gAxNVcyKm4ARTIST: The HalliardWORK: Boys of BedlamSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0EUadGMU3YARTIST: Catherine BottWORK: Mad MaudlinSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSNoYGtdDiUARTIST: Country Dance & Song SocietyWORK: Tom O’Bedlam’s SongSOURCE: https://cdss.org/publications/listen/song-of-the-month/january-2022-song-of-the-month/ARTIST: David Pryor (Recorded by Alan Lomax and Mary Elizabeth BarnicleWORK: When the Whale Get StrikeSOURCE: https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-alan-lomax-collection-deep-river-of-song-bahamas-1935/2675148ARTIST: Kate PriceWORK: Mad Tom of BedlamSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubPeBpchVxMARTIST: Old Blind DogsWORK: Bedlam Boys/Rights of ManSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMkmbfW_XKEARTIST: Steeleye SpanWORK: Boys of BedlamSOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uz9tggUNlIUARTIST: Music the GatheringWORK: Tom of BedlamSOURCE: LVL 3 - https://www.musicthegathering.com/store/lvl-3-digital-album

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• Folk Files #2.1 - A-Fishin' For The Whale

  Greenland Whale Fisheries is the featured song in this episode of Folk Files. While delving into the origins of the song, we will explore other ballads about Greenland and dip our toes into the extensive history of whaling. Well row’d, jolly trouts!  Host: Olivia Harding Special thanks to: Pegmouth, ARRR!!!, and Aaron J. Morton Musical excerpts: ARTIST: ARRR!!! WORK: Greenland Whale Fisheries SOURCE: Plunderstruck (2010) ARTIST: Peter, Paul, and Mary WORK: Greenland Whale Fisheries SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKsJrFy4Q_E ARTIST: The Watersons WORK: The Greenland Whale Fishery SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzMQYfRexUU ARTIST: A.L. Lloyd WORK: The Greenland Whale Fishery SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vEOzI4IEkF0 ARTIST: David Pryor (Recorded by Alan Lomax and Mary Elizabeth Barnicle) WORK: When the Whale Get Strike SOURCE: https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-alan-lomax-collection-deep-river-of-song-bahamas-1935/2675148 ARTIST: Stan Rogers WORK: Northwest Passage SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVY8LoM47xI ARTIST: Clanna Morna WORK: Bonnie Ship the Diamond SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i51KjpPvRKU ARTIST: Judy Collins WORK: Farewell to Tarwathie SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qV29xK2xyZ4 ARTIST: Whales! (recorded by the Oceania Project)  WORK: Whale Song SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WabT1L-nN-E

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