eTown

Michael Franti / Victoria Canal / Dr. William Brown (One World Medical Relief)

We’re joined this week by prolific musician, humanitarian, filmmaker, and activist Michael Franti. Franti believes in using music as a vehicle for positive change and is revered for his energetic live shows, inspiring music, worldwide philanthropy efforts and connection to his global fanbase. Also with us is up-and-coming singer/songwriter Victoria Canal. Victoria has one arm yet plays piano […]

eTown Archive – Willie Nelson (1996)

This week we’re going all the way back to August 22, 1996, when we had the pleasure of welcoming country music legend Willie Nelson to the eTown stage. Willie is one of the best songwriters, storytellers, singers and guitar players that we know and we’re so thrilled that he is still at it at age […]

eTown On The Road: Mavis Staples / Ani DiFranco (Pt. 2)

This week, eTown is back at Denver’s historic Paramount Theater for part two of our special broadcast featuring music and Civil Rights legend Mavis Staples, and one of America’s most independent female artists Ani DiFranco. We’ll pick up where we left off last week, with more great music and conversation with Mavis and Ani, plus a show-closing finale that’s […]

eTown Archive – John Hiatt (1995)

Fresh out of the eTown Archives this week is an excerpt from a special eTown show from all the way back in 1995 featuring master lyricist and satirical storyteller John Hiatt! John has released an astounding 23 albums throughout his career and we’ve had the pleasure of welcoming him to the eTown stage 3 times.

eTown On The Road: Mavis Staples / Ani DiFranco (Pt. 1)

It’s Pt. 1 of a special encore broadcast this week as we revisit our show at the historic Paramount Theater in downtown Denver from last year featuring two female artists that embody what it means to be strong and independent – the legendary Mavis Staples and singer/songwriter Ani DiFranco. Along with lots of great music and conversation with the artists, we […]

eTown Archive – Steve Martin w/ The Steep Canyon Rangers (2012)

This week we’re sending birthday love out to the legendary, actor, comedian, author, and musician Steve Martin. Steve has always included his banjo playing in his comedy routines throughout his career and has been focused more on playing music since the early 2000s. He often collaborates with fellow bluegrass group The Steep Canyon Rangers, who […]

Hiss Golden Messenger / Chris Hillman & Herb Pedersen / Dr. Kenneth Lacovara

This week on the eTown airwaves we’re joined by Americana/folk band Hiss Golden Messenger, whose sound is deeply influenced by country, soul, blues, and rock. We’re very excited to have them on the show for the first time. Also with us are accomplished songwriters Chris Hillman (The Byrds) and Herb Pedersen. Rounding things out, we have a conversation with […]

eTown Archive – Rodney Crowell (2003)

This week, join us as we send some birthday love out to prolific Country singer and songwriter Rodney Crowell. We’ve had the pleasure of welcoming Rodney to the show 3 times, the first of which was this show from 2003!

Chicano Batman / BettySoo / Sarah Jackson (Casa de Paz)

This week, eTown welcomes the eclectic, LA-based psychedelic soul group, Chicano Batman, for some solar-powered musical goodness. Also joining us for her first visit is folk singer/songwriter, BettySoo. There will be plenty of great music, collaboration and conversation with our visiting artists this week, plus a great eChievement Award story about a Colorado-based organization that provides free housing, transportation […]

eTown Archive – Buddy Guy (2001)

This week we would like to send some birthday love out to the legendary bluesman Buddy Guy. We have had the honor of welcoming Buddy to the eTown stage a couple of times and today we look back on his first visit from back August of 2001. Enjoy!