Appalachian Vibes Radio Show

04/08/2025

This week on Appalachian Vibes Radio Show, I’m joined by none other than Stephen Davies-the wildly funny and endlessly creative comedy rap artist behind groups like Illbotz and his father-son duo Knuckleheadz.

Stephen has spent decades as an activity director and administrator in nursing homes, and he’s seen it all. Now he’s sharing the most outrageous, touching, and side-splitting moments in a way that only he can with his recently published book; Granny’s Got a Fart Gun: A Collection of Hilarious and Heartwarming Stories from the Nursing Home.”

From outrageous antics to touching moments of connection, Stephen captures the heart and humor of elder care.

My guest this week is Stephen Davies, a comedy rap artist best known for his work with the cult-favorite group Illbotz and his father-son duo, Knuckleheadz, alongside his son Jackson. Off the stage…

12/04/2024

This weeks Appalachian Vibes Mini on WNCW featured the classically trained cellist and harmonium player, Kaily Schenker (aka Solar Hex).

We discuss the song “The House Carpenter”, a popular ballad from the mid 17th century!

Kaily Schenker, also known as Solar Hex, is a classically trained cellist and a harmonium player. Hailing from Blacksburg, VA, she considers herself experimental folk musician. We discuss the song …

11/05/2024

This morning on WNCW’s Appalachian Vibes Radio Show Morning Edition segment my guest was the Indie Americana Artist Amelia Empson!

Check out her interview below and listen to Overalls ands Lingerie anywhere you stream music!

Amelia Empson is an indie Americana and folk artist from Christiansburg, VA. She discusses the dangers of playing saw, and her album, Overalls and Lingerie. Learn more about Amelia at Appalachian…

10/22/2024

This morning on Appalachian Vibes Radio Show from WNCW my guest was the lovely Elsa Howell, a roots and old time inspired singer-songwriter from Roanoke, VA. I caught up with her at Mid Mountain Fest, an event focused on reclaiming Appalachian murder ballads. We discuss her family band and her debut EP, Eyes Wide! Learn more on all streaming platforms.

Elsa Howell is a roots and old time inspired singer-songwriter from Roanoke, VA. I caught up with Elsa last weekend at Mid Mountain Fest, an event focused on reclaiming Appalachian murder ballads. …

08/02/2024

This week has been exciting for Appalachian Vibes Radio Show from WNCW. My colleague Adria Accomando recently published her debut novel, Violet’s Gray. She read the first chapter and shared the intriguing UFO experiences she witnessed from her childhood that inspired the book. Along with her fascination for Ancient Aliens, which is the show she was watching when she got the idea for her novel.

You can learn more about Adria on all social media platforms and you can find her book-Violet’s Gray-on Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/Violets-Gray-Adria-Accomando/dp/B0CHVZLBFT

https://appalachianvibes.net/adria-accomando/

Adria Accomando is a young adult and new adult fiction author who recently published her first novel, Violets Grey. We listen to the first chapter of her novel and discuss her inspiration behind th…

07/26/2024

Today at 2pm on WEHC & WISE FM Radio and tomorrow morning on WNCW at 6am, dive into the world Violet and and the strange things that keep happening to her…

I had the chance to interview author Adria Accomando and discuss her debut novel Violets Grey and the UFO encounters that inspired the story!

07/03/2024

Healing Appalachia is about to get a healthy dose of musical magic from three gifted artists showcased on Appalachian Vibes Radio Show! Cody Christian, Palmyra, and ShadowGrass are going to heal you so gooooooood!

07/01/2024

Last week on Appalachian Vibes Radio Show my guest was Baxter Briefly, the New-Alt-Funk slap and tap bassist singer-songwriter emerging from the mountains of SW Virginia.

We discuss his unique style of playing bass, the breakups that inspired his songwriting and the downloads he receives from the ether that give him a full composition all at once.

Baxter Briefly is the New Alt Funk slap and tap bassist singer-songwriter emerging from the mountains of SW Virginia. We discuss his unique style of playing bass, the breakups that inspired his son…

05/03/2024

How I feel when I hear Appalachia pronounced “Appa-Laysha” 🤢🤮😊

02/19/2024

My guest this week is the New York born roots based singer-songwriter Tim Seeley. He spent many years in the Blue Ridge Mountains as an educator and currently performs and builds handmade ships in Maine.

We discuss his early childhood with his composer mother and how she contributed to his development as an artist, his religious evolution that was brought into focus following his brother’s su***de and songs from his self titled album.

Tim Seely is a roots-based singer-songwriter from New York. He spent many years in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia as an educator and he currently builds handmade ships and performs in Maine.…

01/30/2024

Melissa McKinney, the electrifying blues force from Asheville and frontwoman of Mama & the Ruckus, steals the spotlight in this must-listen Appalachian Vibes episode!

Joining her is McKinney, Melissa’s daughter and a soul-pop artist. Uncover the mesmerizing mother-daughter bond and dive deep into Melissa's riveting tales of love's triumphs and trials. But that's not all – McKinney treats us to the soulful sounds of her original songs, sharing raw and relatable experiences in love and life.

Melissa McKinney, the electrifying blues force from Asheville and frontwoman of Mama & the Ruckus, steals the spotlight in this must-listen Spotify episode! Joining her is McKinney, Melissa’s d…

01/16/2024

Galax is my favorite place to go to explore the musical (and art) heritage of Appalachia. The Biscuit Eaters are the most talented group of children lead by their fierce singer of a Mama and their preacher Daddy, and Jamie Danielle Collins is as charming and talented as she is fashionable…(seriously, I love her style:)

01/16/2024

Tune to the Appalachian Vibes Radio mini this morning at 7:51 am on WNCW’s NPR Morning Edition to hear Asheville's blues powerhouse, Mama & the Ruckus, led by the incredible Melissa McKinney. Joining her is her daughter McKinney, a soul pop artist who's been harmonizing with her mother since her Sesame Street days. This episode unveils the unique bond between mother and daughter, highlighting the captivating track "Thank God" from Mama and the Ruckus’s recent debut self-titled album.

Mama & the Ruckus with Melissa McKinney is one Asheville's blues powerhouse voices alongside her daughter McKinney, a soul pop artist who has been harmonizing with her mother since her Ses…

01/15/2024

Appalachian Vibes Radio Show on the scene in Galax City covering The Biscuit Eaters❤️❤️❤️

01/09/2024

Jamie Danielle Collins is a singer-songwriter and teacher hailing from Bristol, Tennessee now residing in Hillsville, Virginia. The profound connection she has with her listeners is rooted in her dedication to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of traditional Appalachian music that has been handed down through generations.

On this Appalachian Vibes mini episode we discuss her song “Smoke Rising” off her debut album Enjoy Life. A song that she wrote driving through Colorado during wild fire season.

Appalachian Vibes Radio Show is brought to you by Galax City Tourism, made possible by Virginia is for Lovers.

Jamie Collins is a singer-songwriter and teacher hailing from Bristol, Tennessee now residing in Hillsville, Virginia. She possesses a unique talent for engaging with audiences and students alike. …

12/29/2023

Dive into the enchanting world of Appalachian music with Jamie Danielle Collins on the latest episode of Appalachian Vibes Radio Show! 🪕 We discuss her family sound and her debut album ENJOY LIFE!

Listen live on WEHC & WISE FM Radio at 2pm Friday, and WNCW on Saturday morning at 6am.

Jamie Collins is a Bristol, Tennessee old time and bluegrass singer-songwriter and teacher with a special gift of connecting to audiences (and her students) through her passion for passing down the…

12/19/2023

This morning at 7:51 on WNCW’s NPR Morning Edition-Dive into the heartwarming world of The Biscuit Eaters, a 7-piece Bluegrass and Old Time family string band from Surry County, NC! 🎻🎤 With their youngest member rocking the fiddle at just 5 years old, this musical family is a true delight.

In an exclusive interview at the 2nd annual Galax Old Time Christmas Festival, we caught up with Meredith, a homeschooling mother of six and bass player, along with Jason, a pastor and the family's talented father.

Discover their incredible journey and harmonious melodies in the latest mini-episode on Appalachian Vibes Radio Show. 📻Special thanks to Galax Tourism and Virginia is for Lovers for making this episode possible! 🙌

Explore Galax and plan your visit at [https://visitgalax.com]. 🌟 🎄🌟

👉 Listen now: https://appalachianvibes.net/the-biscuit-eaters/

The Biscuit Eaters are a 7 piece, Bluegrass and Old Time family string band from Surry County, NC with their youngest member playing fiddle and singing at 5 years old. Meredith is a home schooling …

12/19/2023

🎙 Exciting New Episode Alert! Dive into the fascinating world of Courtney Brown, Assistant Professor at Southern Methodist University at the Center for Creative Computation. A Fulbright scholarship winner, coder, and musician, Courtney crafts instruments and composes using an extraordinary medium – a dinosaur's skull! 🦕🎶 Join us on Appalachian Vibes Radio Show (or anywhere you listen to podcasts) as we explore the intersection of technology, music, and prehistoric inspiration. Don't miss this captivating journey!

Courtney Brown is an Assistant Professor at Southern Methodist University for the Center for Creative Computation, a Fulbright scholarship winner, coder and musician who designs instruments and co…