Gravel, grit, sweat and spit. Twang, mash, distortion and bash. Meet Olds Sleeper.

Ragtime Willi is a four-piece funky folk band, originally formed in 1977 and reunited three years ago by several of its former members: Chris Zaffary on mandolin and acoustic guitar, Jim Penta on harmonica, Dave Hinkle on acoustic guitar and Jack Roberts on bass. They play a variety of tunes in the style now called
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BY ANDREW LINKER To take a look around the barn-turned-recording studio is to get a glimpse into the influences that have helped shape Steven Courtney. On the wall by the door hang albums of Bob Dylan, Elton John and The Band. Another wall carries an iconic Route 66 sign, along with license plates from Ohio
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Folktowne.com presents songwriter Ryan Wickersham performing his song titled Different. Produced and directed by Steven Courtney this web film feature was recorded live at Folktowne Studios in Manheim, PA on April 19, 2010

Folktowne.com presents songwriter Ryan Wickersham performing his song titled Think of You All the Time. Directed and produced by Steven Courtney this web film feature was recorded live at Folktowne Studios in Manheim, PA on April 19, 2010.

Folktowne.com presents Steven Courtney Band performing “Mister Rabbit” live and unplugged. Steven Courtney on guitar and harmonica with Alden Hoke ~viola, and Doug Walton ~mandolin. “Mister Rabbit” is also featured on the bands album title Rolling Home. Steven Courtney’s Rolling Home is a rootsy mix of influences like Jerry Garcia, mid-70s Bob Dylan, Dan Zanes,
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Part heartache, part victory dance. Meet Kristina Gehman. This emerging songwriter/performer tackles real life issues throughout her blazing debut album “Run Awhile.” On it, Kristina repeatedly testifies to her real life message – that through the joy and sorrow of living, you need to know who you are at the core. Kristina is a singing
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