Fresh Folk on Utah Public Radio, Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. Fresh Folk is a show of new releases in acoustic-based music, including folk, blues, bluegrass and celtic. The locally produced show, hosted by Blair Larsen, broadcasts every Saturday at 8pm, and is also available via podcast, or archived in .mp3 format. Also check out the Fresh Folk group on Facebook.

Saturday, March 20 On the show this week, I feature the earthy and literate songs from Gabrielle Louise, and the new live album from the popular Australian band The Waifs. You'll also hear songs from new releases by Sam Baker, Levon Helm and Son Volt, among other talented artists. Saturday, March 13 | On the show this week, I feature the piano folk songs from Anna Dagmar's new release, and small-town sketches in song from Annie and Rod Capps. I'll also play songs from new albums by James Moors, Cary Cooper and Tom Russell, to name just a few. Saturday, March 6 | On the show this week, I feature new albums from the Canadian supergroup Bop It's a night of blues music on the show this week, with featured albums from Virginia's Scott Perry and the new duo Power and White. You'll also hear songs from new releases by the Robert Cray Band, Coco Montoya, and Watermelon Slim, among other talented artists. Saturday, February 27 | On the show this week, I feature new albums from the Canadian supergroup Bop Ensemble and the always quirky and entertaining Sons of the Never Wrong. You'll also hear songs from new releases by Maree McRae, Bill Bachmann and a reissue from Leonard Cohen, to name just a few. Saturday, February 20 | On the show this week, we'll feature the debut release from the new supergroup calling themselves Works Progress Administration, and the debut disc from the talented and fun duo Moors and McCumber. We'll also play songs from new albums by Jacoby Road, Ben Bullington and The Pines, to name just a few. Saturday, February 13 | On the show this week, I feature new releases in Celtic music, with highlights from new albums by the Baileys, and a re-issue of a classic concert by the Clancy Brothers. You'll also hear new songs from new albums by The Hammers, Give Way and the String Sisters, among other talented artists. Saturday, February 6 | Get ready for a night of bluegrass music on this week’s show. I'll feature the astonishing new banjo album from Steve Martin (yes, the comedian), and mandolinist David Davis' latest release. I'll also play tracks from new discs by Dailey and Vincent, Rhonda Vincent, and Del McCoury, to name a few. Saturday, January 30 | On the show this week, I feature the jubilant songs from the powerful band Blame Sally, plus the new album from the magical voice of Angie Stevens. I’ll also play songs from new releases by Jamie Michaels, Corinne West, and CarbonLeaf, to name just a few. Saturday, January 23 | Get ready for a night of blues music this week, as I play selections from new releases in blues, including new tunes from Cyril Neville, Webb Wilder, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott and Roy Rogers, to name just a few. Saturday, January 16 | On the show this week, we'll feature the new live album from the harmonizing trio the Wailin’ Jennys as well as the deft literary writing of singer/songwriter Robyn Landis. You’ll also hear new songs from new releases by Marshall Crenshaw, Jim Photoglo, and Alicia McGovern, among other talented artists. Saturday, January 9 | This week on the show, we'll feature the talented local artist, Libbie Linton, as well as the newest from Scottish-American singer Dave Ferrard. We’ll also play songs from new albums by Cliff Eberhardt, Greg Laswell, and Martin Simpson, to name a few. Saturday, December 12 | In the spirit of the season, it’s a holiday-themed Fresh Folk this week. You’ll hear seasonal songs from new releases by Adam Rafferty, Robin Bullock, and Eric Bogle, among others, plus a feature from Jay Ungar and Molly Mason’s latest holiday collection. Saturday, December 5 | On the show this week, we feature the new live album from the great vocalist Jonathan Edwards, as well as the latest release from one of my favorite singers and songwriters, Cheryl Wheeler. You’ll also hear songs from new albums by Lee Murdock, Wyatt Easterling and Debra Cowan, among other talented artists. Saturday, November 28 | Get ready for bluegrass music this week, as we feature new albums from the compelling Donna Ulisse, and bluegrass songwriter Chris Stuart. We’ll also play tracks from new releases by Spring Creek, Kate MacLeod, the Duhks and Bela Fleck, to name just a few. Saturday, November 21 | On the show this week, we feature the new tribute to Utah Phillips and the live album from Simon and Garfunkel’s 1969 tour. We’ll also play songs from new albums by Wynonna, Bruce Cockburn and Albert and Gage, to name just a few. Saturday, November 14 | On the show this week, We'll feature singer-songwriter Meg Braun’s personal debut album, as well as the innovative chamber-folk release from the beautiful singer Susan Werner. We’ll also play songs from new discs by Amy Speace, Sarah Sample, and Sweet Bitters, among other talented artists. Saturday, November 7 | On the show this week, We'll feature two career-spanning collections: the second 'best-of' set from the great songwriter Greg Brown, and the expansive collection showing Rod MacDonald’s career. We'll also play songs from new albums by Neko Case, Danny Schmidt and Dana Hubbard, among other talented artists. Saturday, October 31 | Get ready for new music from tight bands this week, with featured tunes from the Greencards, and the Waifs, as well as the new album from the literate songwriter Drew Nelson. We’ll also play songs from new releases by Marian Call, Carbon Leaf and Lisa Markley, to name just a few. Saturday, October 24 | On the show this week, we'll feature Mae Robertson’s new release, which benefits breast cancer research, as well as the latest from the lyrical songwriter Johnsmith. We’ll also play songs from new albums by David Wilcox, TR Ritchie, and Colleen McFarland, among other talented artists. Saturday, October 17 | On the show this week, we'll feature the new album from the amazing guitarist and songwriter, Willy Porter, as well as the new release from the classically trained pianist and songwriter, Vienna Teng. We’ll also play songs from new discs by Trevor Hall, Alison Brown, and Jesse Winchester, among other talented artists. Saturday, October 10 | Get ready for toe-tapping bluegrass music on this week's show, with the new duo Dailey and Vincent, and the exuberant group Newfound Road as featured artists. We’ll also play songs from new releases by the hillbilly goddess Alecia Nugent, and veterans Lost and Found, Doyle Lawson, and Dry Branch Fire Squad. Saturday, October 3 | On the show this week, you’ll hear the debut album from the beautiful voice of Stephanie Chapman, and a compilation benefiting fresh water programs in Malawi called Wells for Zoe Water for Life. There’s also a children's folk music set, which includes songs from Tom Glazer, Patty Hall, and Kira Willey, among other talented artists. Saturday, September 26 | This week's show features the new album from the San Francisco based peace activist, producer, and songwriter Jon Fromer, as well as the latest release from the inspiring storyteller and songwriter Ben Bedford. We’ll also play songs from new discs by Fred Smith, James O’Malley and Amy Dixon-Kolar among other talented artists. Saturday, September 19 | This week’s show features the arresting new release from the Yukon-based singer and songwriter Kim Beggs, as well as the debut album from the former trapeze artist with a beautiful voice, Stephanie Bettman. We’ll also play songs from new discs by Liz Mitchell, Paleface, and Byrd and Street, to name a few. Saturday, September 12 | On the show this week, we'll feature the new album from the father and son duo called Beaucoup Blue, and the new collaboration between Willie Nelson and Asleep at the Wheel. We’ll also play songs from new releases by Gurf Morlix, Randy Weeks and Otis Gibbs, among other talented artists. Saturday, September 5 | The show this week featured new albums from two legends of acoustic music, JJ Cale and Jorma Kaukonen. Songs were also played from new albums by Richard Berman, Neil Jacobs and Caroline Doctorow. Saturday, August 29 | On the show this week, I feature the latest album from the still amazing Indigo Girls, as well as the new release from former Gray Sky Girl, Naomi Sommers. I’ll also play songs from new discs by Nancy Cook, Scott Balsai, and February Sky, among other talented artists. Saturday, August 22 | On the show this week, I feature the first release of original songs in 5 years from the great songwriter and singer, Slaid Cleaves, as well as the latest from Portland Oregon newcomer Ashleigh Flynn. You’ll also hear songs from new albums by Luka Bloom, Crabtree and Mills, and Mike Quick, to name a few. Saturday, August 15 | On the show this week, I feature new releases from two relative newcomers to the folk scene: Mara Levine’s beautiful covers of classic folk songs, as well as Cindy Kalmenson’s album of delicately phrased story songs. You’ll also hear tunes from new discs by the Rustic Riders, Kelly Moore and Amanda West, among other talented artists. Saturday, August 8 | On the show this week, I feature the first studio release since 1974 from the great Tom Rush, as well as the astronomy-themed album from the stunning vocalist, Priscilla Herdman. You’ll also hear songs from new albums by Rob Heath, Andrew White and the Yellow Room Gang, to name a few. Saturday, August 1 | Get ready for toe-tapping Celtic music this week, with featured albums by the great Tommy Sands (and his family), as well as the talented new duo, Liz Carroll and John Doyle. You’ll also hear new tunes from new releases by Mason Brown, Tony McManus, the Occassionals and the Paul McKenna Band, to name a few. Saturday, July 25 | It’s a night of blues on the show this week, with featured artists Steve James, Guy Davis, Ruthie Foster, John Nemeth, and Luther Kent, among other talented artists. Saturday, July 18 | On the show this week, I feature the new disc from the one-man-band Adam Michael Rothberg, and the latest acoustic release from the Australian guitarist and songwriter, Anne McCue. I’ll also play selected tracks from new albums by Jackson Browne, Greg Laswell and the duo Markley and Balmer, to name a few. Saturday, July 11 | This week, I feature the gentle alto voice of Boston singer-songwriter Jenee Halstead, as well as the engaging vocal covers from Tony Rice. You’ll also hear new songs from new albums by Magic Brook, Robby Hecht, and Trout Fishing in America, among other talented artists. Saturday, July 4 | On the show this week, I feature the powerful voice and songs of the emerging folk award winner, RJ Cowdery, as well as the new release from the veteran but always memorable Vance Gilbert. You’ll also hear new releases from new albums by Darin Hudson, David Kleiner and Gregory Douglass, among other talented artists. Saturday, June 27 | On the show this week, I feature the powerful voice and songs of the emerging folk award winner, RJ Cowdery, as well as the new release from the veteran but always memorable Vance Gilbert. You’ll also hear new releases from new albums by Darin Hudson, David Kleiner and Gregory Douglass, among other talented artists. Saturday, June 20 | On the show this week, I feature an exciting new voice in folk music; Alaska based Emily Kurn, as well as the 25th anniversary collection from the independent record label, Red House Records. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Todd Snider, Rachel Harrington, and Al Stewart, to name a few. Saturday, June 13 | Get ready for a night of bluegrass music this week, with featured albums by veteran bassist Charlie Haden, and the harmonizing duo Robin and Linda Williams. You’ll also hear songs from new releases by Cherryholmes, Earl Scruggs, and the Blind Willies, among other talented artists. Saturday, June 6 | On the show this week, I feature the exquisite songwriting and beautiful voice of Danielle Talamini, as well as poetic and poignant songs of Tom Kimmel. You’ll also hear new songs from new albums by Old Crow Medicine Show, the Youngers, and Laura Marling, among other talented artists. Saturday, May 30 | On the show this week, I feature the new album from Utah’s own thoughtful songwriter, Cosy Sheridan, as well as the new release from new partners, Kasey Chambers and Shane Nicholson. I’ll also play new songs from new discs by Rose Laughlin, the Dandelion Greens and the Get Rites, to name just a few. Saturday, May 23 | Get ready for a night of blues music this week, as I feature the new release from the Robert Johnson historian Scott Ainslie, as well as the guitar master turned bluesman, Peter Lang. I’ll also play songs from new discs by Danny Caron, Bex Marshall and Paul Reddick, to name a few. Saturday, May 16 | On the show this week, I feature the new release from the venerable singer-songwriter-and-activist, Pete Seeger, as well as the latest album from Utah’s own, Gigi Love. You’ll also hear songs from new discs by Kate Campbell, Chuck McCabe and Vanessa Torres, among other talented artists. Saturday, May 9 | Get ready for new Celtic music on the show this week, with featured releases from the Battlefield Band, and the debut release from the award-winning duo Jeana Leslie and Siobhan Miller. I’ll also play songs from new albums by the McCalmans, Mark Dunlop and Solas, among other talented artists. Saturday, May 2 | On the show this week, I feature the powerful compilation benefiting cancer research called Songs for Laura, as well as the new disc from duo calling themselves the Bodhi Brothers. I’ll also play songs from new releases by Patty Larkin, the Rhythm Angels and Harvey Reid, among other talented artists. Saturday, April 25 | On the show this week, I feature the latest album from the tight 4 piece band from San Francisco called Blame Sally, as well as the new release from the very talented singer songwriter Mark Erelli. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Susan Kane, Matt Nathanson and Blue Line Highway, to name a few. Saturday, April 18 | On the show this week, I feature the Zion Canyon Song cycle from the Southern Utah group, Red Rock Rondo, as well as the new release from the duo that captures hope and poignancy, the Bittersweets. You’ll also hear songs from new discs by Beppe Gambetta, Ten Mile Tide and Kim Richardson, among other talented artists. Saturday, April 11 | On the show this week, you’ll hear the latest release from the award winning singer and songwriter David Roth, as well as the debut release from the harmonizing trio calling themselves the Angel Band. I’ll also play songs from new albums by Greg Greenway, Eliza Gilkyson and The Watson Twins. Saturday, April 4 | On the show this week, you'll hear the 2 disc set from the literate and humorous songwriter, Chuck Brodsky, as well as a new collection from the perfect café band called Charmer. I'll also play songs from new albums by Willie Nelson, The Duhks and Cara Luft, to name a few.