Arts on Fire

WRFA's Anthony Merchant talks with local artist Molly Strong about her mural project on the Spring Street parking garage in Jamestown. They also talk influences, creative process and other outlets of creativity Molly has. https://www.mollystrongart.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mollystrongart/

WRFA's Anthony Merchant talks with Magician Michael Grandinetti, who will be coming to the main stage of Reg Lenna Center for the Arts in Jamestown on Saturday, Sept. 17.

Jamestown comedian Paul Clemente of Karate Sleepover joined WRFA's Anthony Merchant in the studios to discuss putting on Jamestown's first reverse roast, the return of Karate Sleepover's open mic night, the local comedy scene and much much more http://www.karatesleepover.com/ https://www.instagram.com/karatesleepover/ https://twitter.com/karatesleepover/ https://www.facebook.com/karatesleepover/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe6uOsZ1oaKXaWjDdvNiSug

Dancer, choreographer and owner of the Sukanya Burman Dance Company in Jamestown, NY, Sukanya Burman joins WRFA's Anthony Merchant in studio to discuss her journey from India to New York City to Western New York/Northwest Pennsylvania, what she is doing to help other dancers get work, running the Sukanya Burman Dance Company and more https://www.sukanyaburman.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sukanyaOFFICIAL https://www.youtube.com/c/sukanyaburman

Julie Rockcastle of The Heron returns to Arts on Fire to speak with WRFA's Anthony Merchant all about the fourth and final Beyond the Blue for 2022, what you can find at The Heron in the fall, a recap of the first year of the Beyond the Blue music series, the dates for the 2023 Great Blue Heron Festival and much more https://theheron.org/ https://soundcloud.com/wrfaradio/arts-on-fire-julie-rockcastle-of-the-great-blue-heron-festival-july-15-2022

On Friday, August 19, WRFA presents students from Infinity Visual & Performing Arts in the Reg Lenna Media Arts Studio for a special broadcast of a prerecorded live performance (originally recorded Thursday, August 9)! The performance was broadcast on WRFA 107.9 FM and also simultaneously premiere on our Youtube Channel! Infinity Visual and Performing Arts is a nonprofit organization in Jamestown, NY founded in 1998, with a mission to create and sustain an environment in which young people, based solely on their desire to participate, can grow, learn, and lead through active participation in the visual and performing arts. ABOUT AOF LIVE: Arts On Fire LIVE brings you the very best of Chautauqua County's local artists via a live, in-studio performance! The show is produced and broadcast by WRFA-LP 107.9 FM, Kranky Plate Productions, and the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts in Jamestown, NY. All 2022 Arts on Fire LIVE performances are made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's American Rescue Plan Act Stabilization Grant.

Comedian, writer and podcast host Pat Hazell talks with WRFA's Anthony Merchant about his one night only Johnny Carson variety and tribute show in Jamestown, NY, the new Carson exhibit at the National Comedy Center, what it was like to perform on Johnny Carson, why he ruled over all other late night hosts and much more https://www.facebook.com/pathazellcreative https://comedycenter.org

Jamestown painter and punk rock musician Joseph Grice joins WRFA's Anthony Merchant in studio to discuss Joe's musical and artistic journeys, his upcoming art classes and residency at the Roger Tory Peterson Institute, whether or not Joe can see himself playing in a band again, his solo music under the name "Joey Cobra", future plans and goals and much more https://www.josephgrice.art https://joeycobra.bandcamp.com https://www.instagram.com/Joseph_Grice_Art https://www.instagram.com/joey_cobra_music https://www.facebook.com/JosephGriceArt https://www.facebook.com/JoeyCobra https://rtpi.org/programs

Miki Girts of the Whirlybird Music & Arts Festival joins Anthony Merchant in the WRFA studios to discuss the 2022 Whirlybird Fest, the origins of the festival and Miki's love for music, artists to expect on this years lineup, future goals for Whirlybird and much more https://whirlybirdfest.com https://www.instagram.com/whirlybirdfest https://www.facebook.com/whirlybirdfest

RTPI's Maria Ferguson and George Harper speak with WRFA's Anthony Merchant about the institutes new art exhibition called Art that Matters to the Planet, the on going Art After 5 series, how the Roger Tory Peterson Institute plans to celebrate Roger Tory Peterson's 114th birthday this summer and much more https://rtpi.org https://www.instagram.com/rtpinstitute https://www.facebook.com/rtpinstitute https://twitter.com/rtpinstitute

Julie Rockcastle, owner of The Heron Farm & Event Center (Home to the Blue Heron Music Festival) stopped by WRFA to talk with Anthony Merchant about this years new Beyond the Blue Summer Music Series, how this year Great Blue Heron Festival went, the year long work it takes for a weekend of music, upcoming events at The Heron and more https://theheron.org

Holly Weston of the Lucille Ball Little Theatre of Jamestown talked with WRFA's Anthony Merchant all about the Theatres triumphant return post Covid, the upcoming performance of the musical comedy Disenchanted, what to expect from Little Theatre for the rest of 2022 and more http://www.lucilleballlittletheatre.org

Mandy Andrews of the Chadakoin Chamber Ensemble talks with WRFA's Anthony Merchant all about the groups upcoming premier concert on July 10th at the Allen Park Bandshell, playing Cello, what got Mandy into music and more https://www.facebook.com/CCEJamestown/

The Reg Lenna's Len Barry sits down with WRFA's Anthony Merchant to recap the 2022 WRFA Great American Picnic and what themes he'd like to see for future picnics. Len also fills us in on summer events going on at the Reg and their upcoming summer block party https://reglenna.com https://www.wrfalp.com

Legendary bassist George Porter Jr. talks with WRFA's Anthony Merchant all about his bass playing, going back out on the road with George Porter Jr. & the Runnin Pardners, what George looks for in a good drummer, the NOLA music scene during the early days of The Meters, what equipment George has played over the year, playing Red Rocks and more http://www.georgeporterjr.com https://www.instagram.com/georgeporterjr https://www.facebook.com/GeorgePorterJr

Tina Toole of the Pennsylvania section of the 4,800 mile, eight state long North Country Trail talks with WRFA's Anthony Merchant about the amazing parts of the NCT that run through PA's Allegheny National Forest and NY's Allegany State Park. They also get into this years NCT100, NCTPA50 and FLT60, finding your love for nature, why the trail is perfect for every level hiker, how people can volunteer and help out on the North Country Trail and more. https://northcountrytrail.org/hike-100-challenge/ https://www.nps.gov/noco/index.htm https://www.facebook.com/northcountrytrail https://www.instagram.com/northcountrytrail

On this months Arts on Fire Live we had an amazing performance from the Fredonia Guitar Quartet. FGQ is an ensemble from Fredonia University and are directed by Dr. James Piorkowski. Beyond performing the quartet also talked with WFRA's Anthony Merchant in between songs to discuss the group and how they all individually discovered their musical talents. WATCH THE PERFORMANCE ON THE WRFA YOUTUBE PAGE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nVzMQ9LWBQ&t=630s https://www.fredonia.edu/academics/colleges-schools/school-music/music/guitar-ensemble

Jamestown artist and creator Bill Thomas joins WRFA's Anthony Merchant in studio to discuss the return of Third Thursday to downtown Jamestown after taking a hiatus in 2019. The two discuss the work that goes into putting on the show, local music and local scenes, the importance of support from your community, continuing to add events beyond music to Third Thursday, the introduction of Industry Nite at Jamestown Skate Products and much more.

Katie Henry talked with WRFA's Anthony Merchant about recording her sophomore record earlier this year, seeing the world through touring, performing in Jamestown at the end of May, why 2022 is her year of firsts and much much more https://katiehenrymusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/katiehenrymusic/ https://www.facebook.com/katiehenrymusic https://twitter.com/katiehenrymusic http://www.wrfalp.com/

NOTE: Hyprov at the Reg Lenna has been postponed as of Wednesday, June 1, 2022. A make up date will be announced at a future time. Improv legend Colin Mochrie (Whose Line Is It Anyway?) and Master Hypnotist Asad Mecci join WRFA's Anthony Merchant to discuss their Hyprov show that they'll be bringing to the Reg Lenna in Jamestown on June 3rd, 2022. The three discuss the origins of Hyprov, how the performances continue to improve over time, working with people who are hypnotized, how Hyprov has different challenges for Colin than doing Whose Line, taking the show off Broadway and much more https://www.hyprov.com/ http://www.colinmochrie.com/ https://entrancingentertainment.com/ https://www.instagram.com/colinmochrie7591/ https://www.instagram.com/asadmecci/ https://twitter.com/colinmochrie https://twitter.com/hypnohype http://www.wrfalp.com/ https://reglenna.com/

WRFA's Anthony Merchant was joined in studio by Len Barry of the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts to talk upcoming events at the Reg, the return of live performances, why the theater experience is unmatched, bracing for tons of summer events in Chautauqua County and much more https://reglenna.com/

WRFA's Anthony Merchant went to the Roger Tory Peterson Institute to see and discuss the new Art of the Field Guide exhibit with RTPI's Maria Ferguson and David Niles. The group talked about the artwork on display, what goes into putting together an exhibit, all the summer events coming to RTPI and more The Art of the Field Guide exhibit is up from now until July, 17 2022 https://rtpi.org/exhibitions/art-of-the-field-guide/ https://rtpi.org/

WRFA's Anthony Merchant joined Jamestown Community College musical director Neil Flory in the music department of JCC to discuss the renovations to the department, new facilities, ensemble performances for the end of semester, what to look for at JCC this May and much more https://www.sunyjcc.edu/events https://www.sunyjcc.edu/faculty-staff-directory/neil-flory

On Thursday Night, April 21 WRFA welcomed Feverhawk to the Reg Lenna Media Arts Studio for a special live broadcast performance. Feverhawk is a Jamestown, NY-based rock band that records and performs original "old school heavy rock." According to its Bandcamp page, Feverhawk is into 70s metal and werewolves. Current members include Matthew Baxter (guitar, voc), Jay Peterson (bass) and Daniel Witherspoon (drums). ABOUT AOF LIVE: Arts On Fire LIVE brings you the very best of Chautauqua County's local artists via a live, in-studio performance! The programs are not only broadcast live, but also replayed the following week during our regular Arts on Fire time slot - Fridays at 5 p.m. on WRFA! The show is produced and broadcast by WRFA-LP 107.9 FM, Kranky Plate Productions, and the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts in Jamestown, NY. All 2022 Arts on Fire LIVE performances are made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's American Rescue Plan Act Stabilization Grant.

WRFA's Anthony Merchant was joined in studio by Jamestown musician Mike Brunacini. The two chatted about Mike's upcoming album "Summer's End", the way Mike writes songs, knowing what your talents are, why it will be great to have the new album on vinyl and so much more. https://mikebrunacini.wixsite.com/mikebrunacini https://mikebrunacini.bandcamp.com/ https://www.youtube.com/mikebrunacini https://www.instagram.com/mikebrunacini/ https://www.facebook.com/mikebrunacini

WRFA's Anthony Merchant spoke with Syracuse musician Sydney Irving about her April 9th show in Jamestown, NY, early influences, performing live versus playing with a backing band, future goals for her music, the enjoyment of creating a song in the studio and much more https://sydneyirvingmusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sydneyirvingmusic/ https://www.facebook.com/SydneyIrvingMusic/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgrAURN9nfYimODlhRxxt-Q

WRFA's Anthony Merchant sits down with head of the music department at Jamestown Community College - Dr. Neil Flory. They discuss upcoming musical events going on at the college for the month of April 2022, recent renovations to the music department, what else to expect before the end of the semester and much more. https://www.sunyjcc.edu/events

WRFA's Anthony Merchant discusses the 2022 Banff Mountain Film Festival with Roger Tory Peter Institute's Programs and Events Manager David Niles. The two discuss the upcoming film festivals stop in Jamestown, NY, all the breathtaking moments viewers can expect, upcoming events at RTPI and much more. https://www.banffcentre.ca/banffmountainfestival/tour https://rtpi.org/

WRFA's Anthony Merchant talks to Chautauqua County native and filmmaker Travis Carlson to discuss his newest film Mother's Day and what it was like filming locally and doing a continuous one shot film. The two also discuss growing up in Chautauqua County, what sparked Travis's love for film, advice for aspiring filmmakers and much more. Mother's Day is now available on DVD, Blu-Ray, and streaming on video on demand https://www.panamericanfilms.com/mothers-day https://www.facebook.com/MothersDayFeature

WRFA's Anthony Merchant talks with author William McKeever, who recently wrote his first book "Secret Places of Western New York: 25 Scenic Hikes" with wife Jennifer Hillman Anthony and Bill discuss writing your first book, the influence of environmentalist Bruce Kershner and his writings, finding pieces of history in nature, the vast amount of trails and hikes in Western New York, teaching the next generation to respect the planet and much more. "Hike to grottos where the only sound is the trickle of water, crawl through hidden caves, commune with nature in ancient forests, stumble upon tucked away treasures like lonely graves, splash on secluded beaches and creeks, admire towering waterfalls, and if you dare, step under the cascade yourself. Find historical carvings on rocks and trees that many walk past but never see, and be awestruck when ice volcanoes erupt on the shores of Lake Erie. These outdoor adventures appeal to a range of abilities, with most hikes accessible for the whole family. Co-authors Jennifer Hillman and William McKeever have teamed up with Bruce Kershner’s literary estate to encourage the next generation of explorers to discover 25 compelling secret and not-so-secret scenic day hikes within Western New York. " Book Website - https://www.insiders-outside.com/?fbclid=IwAR0nzNF0iVxL4AtT9kTEL2Q7R06ZNQKz_aU_9n-ap6I4x6iYsNhinUOiz0I Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Secret-Places-of-Western-New-York-1054464481424949

On Thursday, March 17, WRFA welcomed Sixpence to the Reg Lenna Multimedia Studios for a special live broadcast performance! Sixpence is a folk music duo providing an alchemic mix of harp, guitar and voices featuring Celtic, British, and American folk music and inspired original songs. William Russell on guitar and vocals, and Ellen Paquette on harp and vocals. ABOUT AOF LIVE: Arts On Fire LIVE brings you the very best of Chautauqua County's local artists via a live, in-studio performance! The program will not only be broadcast live, but also replayed the following week during our regular Arts on Fire time slot - Fridays at 5 p.m. on WRFA. The show is produced and broadcast by WRFA-LP 107.9 FM, Kranky Plate Productions, and the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts in Jamestown, NY. This special presentation of Arts on Fire LIVE is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's American Rescue Plan Act Stabilization Grant.

On Tuesday Night, Feb. 22, WRFA welcomedThe Probables to the Reg Lenna Multimedia Studios for a special live broadcast performance! The Probables are a rhythm-driven, folkcana/roots rock band from Jamestown, New York. The band formed in March of 2016 and hit the ground running by releasing their EP in July of the same year. The Probables follow-up release, “Cumberland Line,” brought to fruition in June of 2018, expanded their music scope. With influences of Americana, Folk, Contemporary, Bluegrass and Rock, The Probables result was a fusion of a unique blend. ​ The Probables are Steve Johnson (Lead Singer/Acoustic Guitar), Matt Gronquist (Accordion/Fiddle/Vocals), Adam McKillip (Mandolin/Vocals), Ryan Ecklund (Bass) and Nick Campbell (Drums). ABOUT AOF LIVE: Arts On Fire LIVE brings you the very best of Chautauqua County's local artists via a live, in-studio performance! The show was produced and broadcast by WRFA-LP 107.9 FM, Kranky Plate Productions, and the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts in Jamestown, NY. All 2021 Arts on Fire LIVE performances were made possible in part by support from the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County Projects Pool Grants Program and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's American Rescue Plan Act Stabilization Grant.

WRFA's Jason Sample talks with Local photographer Cathy Panebianco, who is publishing her first book entitled "Holding Time." "Holding Time" is a love story about family. By using her dad’s Kodak slides taken in the 1950s and 60s and physically holding them in her home and around Jamestown, Cathy literally melded her past with her present. This might be her family’s story, but it’s really every family’s story. The book became available for presale in January and will continue to be for sale until Feb. 16 at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/holdingtime/holding-time. The presale is an opportunity to purchase the book in advance of publication and purchase special, presale-only rewards, including the opportunity to have your family and your pet photographed by Cathy. In addition to winning awards and participating in local and regional photography exhibits, Cathy has also been a long-time supporter of the Chautauqua County Humane Society as past president and as a volunteer by photographing the adoptable dogs to help them find their forever families. Cathy will donate 50% of her proceeds from Holding Time to the Chautauqua County Humane Society and Infinity Visual & Performing Arts.

WRFA's Jason Sample talks with actor LeLand Gantt about his one-man show, "Rhapsody in Black", which will be presented at the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts on Friday, Feb. 4, 2022. The show focuses on the issue racism in America, as told through the personal experiences of Gantt, an African-American actor and artist. Originally airing Friday, Jan. 29, 2022 on Arts on Fire.

Dr. Neil Flory, director of the Jamestown Community College Music Department, discusses the two free winter concerts in December that are open to the public. The choir and concert band will showcase a variety of music styles during a combined performance at 7 p.m. Dec. 7 in the Jamestown Campus student union. The event will also feature special guests The Pearl City Jazz Ensemble directed by Ralph Rasmusson. Julie Costantini directs the JCC choir, while the concert band performs under the direction of Chris Wakefield. The student union will also host Winter Jam!, featuring JCC’s rock ensembles under the direction of Bill Eckstrom at 7 p.m. on Dec. 9. The concert will also feature special guest band The Way Back. Admission is free to both concerts, which will also be streamed live on the SUNY JCC YouTube page.

WRFA's Jason Sample Discusses 'Holidays at the Lodge' with David Niles from the Roger Tory Peterson Institute. Holidays at the Lodge focuses on artists of the North Shore Artist Alliance selling their holiday-inspired work at RTPI. Buy a unique, local piece of art for yourself or a loved one for Christmas. Samples of RTPI's bird-friendly, locally-roasted coffee will also be available, and visitors can also pay a modest admission fee to view the current exhibit, featuring nature photography by award-winning photographer Thomas D. Mangelsen.

on Saturday night, Nov. 13, WRFA will welcome Cold Lazarus to the Reg Lenna Multimedia Studios for a special live broadcast performance! Cold Lazarus melds funk, psychedelic rock, reggae and soul with indie-style vocals and introspective lyrics. Featuring guitarist/keyboardist Adam Gould, guitarist/keyboardist Jeremy Bunce, bassist Gavin Paterniti, and drummer Nick Campbell. ABOUT AOF LIVE: Arts On Fire LIVE brings you the very best of Chautauqua County's local artists via a live, in-studio performance! For five Saturdays in the Fall 2021, we'll bring you a new live session featuring well-established acts, spanning styles and genres! The program will not only be broadcast live, but also replayed the following week during our regular Arts on Fire time slot - Fridays at 5 p.m. on WRFA. The show is produced and broadcast by WRFA-LP 107.9 FM, Kranky Plate Productions, and the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts in Jamestown, NY. All Arts on Fire LIVE performances for 2021 are made possible in part by support from the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County Projects Pool Grants Program and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's American Rescue Plan Act Stabilization Grant.

WRFA welcomes Mike Brunacini to the Reg Lenna Multimedia Studios for a special live broadcast performance on Saturday night, November 6, 2021. Mike Brunacini is an American songwriter hell-bent on crafting wistful melodic pop with retro sensibilities. His melancholic lyrics disarm with their quiet introspection while his lush, cinematic string and horn arrangements transport the listener to sepia toned landscapes. Working out of his home studio in Jamestown, Brunacini has released two full length albums and several singles. He plays most of the instruments on his records by himself, only calling in session musicians when required. Drawing his influences from George Gershwin, Randy Newman, Billy Joel and Ben Folds, Mike Brunacini is an exciting, multi-faceted musical talent. ABOUT AOF LIVE: Arts On Fire LIVE brings you the very best of Chautauqua County's local artists via a live, in-studio performance! For five Saturdays in the Fall 2021, we'll bring you a new live session featuring well-established acts, spanning styles and genres! The program will not only be broadcast live, but also replayed the following week during our regular Arts on Fire time slot - Fridays at 5 p.m. on WRFA. The show is produced and broadcast by WRFA-LP 107.9 FM, Kranky Plate Productions, and the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts in Jamestown, NY. All Arts on Fire LIVE performances for 2021 are made possible in part by support from the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County Projects Pool Grants Program and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's American Rescue Plan Act Stabilization Grant.

A special focusing on Michigan-based singer/songwriter John Latini, a long-time friend and frequent guest of Ken Hardley on his Rolling Hills Radio and Woodsongs Coffeehouse Radio Hour programs, featured on WRFA.

On Saturday night, Oct. 16, WRFA welcomed Cindy Haight & Sara Rafaloski to the Reg Lenna Multimedia Studios for a special live broadcast performance. Cindy Haight, aka Cindy Love, has performed regionally since the late1990s, solo and in bands including her own band, Djava and as lead singer of The Derbines. In 2009, Cindy Love released her first, all-original CD titled “Songs of Love and Haight.” In live performance, Cindy blends a mix of her beautiful original songs with classic country, blues and rock covers that really showcase her talent. Cindy has performed at the Great Blue Heron Music Festival for several years, with bands, solo and as part of the singer/songwriter circle. Joining Cindy on Oct. 16 will be Sara Rafaloski, a local music educator and member of Deep Fried and Dipped in Honey. ABOUT AOF LIVE: Arts On Fire LIVE brings you the very best of Chautauqua County's local artists via a live, in-studio performance! For five Saturdays in the Fall 2021, we'll bring you a new live session featuring well-established acts, spanning styles and genres! The program will not only be broadcast live, but also replayed the following week during our regular Arts on Fire time slot - Fridays at 5 p.m. on WRFA. The show is produced and broadcast by WRFA-LP 107.9 FM, Kranky Plate Productions, and the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts in Jamestown, NY. All Arts on Fire LIVE performances for 2021 are made possible in part by support from the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County Projects Pool Grants Program and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's American Rescue Plan Act Stabilization Grant.

The performance was broadcast live at 8 p.m. on 107.9 FM and also video streamed live on the WRFA Youtube Channel and Facebook page. Ken Hardley and Mandy Andrews are a unique musical duo, to say the least. As a singer- songwriter, Hardley’s presence as an entertainer, storyteller, and musician will draw you in as few performers can. Long-time WRFA listeners know Ken for being the host and driving force of the popular Rolling Hills Radio and Woodsongs Coffeehouse Radio Hour programs that were broadcast on WRFA. As a classically trained cellist, Andrews brings an unusual, spellbinding atmosphere to Hardley’s music. She provides compelling counter- melodies, delicate textures, as well as beauty that skates and weaves. There’s no description that fully captures the ambiance this pair creates. You have to experience it to understand it. ABOUT AOF LIVE: Arts On Fire LIVE brings you the very best of Chautauqua County’s local artists via a live, in-studio performance! For five Saturdays in the Fall 2021, we’ll bring you a new live session featuring well-established acts, spanning styles and genres! There is no in-studio audience. Instead, listeners and viewers are encouraged to tune in to the performance live as it happens, or podcast/stream the show afterward. The program will not only be broadcast live, but also replayed the following week during our regular Arts on Fire time slot – Fridays at 5 p.m. on WRFA! The show is produced and broadcast by WRFA-LP 107.9 FM, Kranky Plate Productions, and the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts in Jamestown, NY. All Arts on Fire LIVE performances for 2021 are made possible in part by support from the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County Projects Pool Grants Program and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting’s American Rescue Plan Act Stabilization Grant.

The Town Pants' Dave Keogh talks with Jason Sample from WRFA about the upcoming show at Reg Lenna Center for the Arts. Plus Len Barry from the Reg offers details on the 2021-22 Reg Programming Season. And music from the Town Pants and the Probables.

WRFA's Jason Sample talks with Julie Rockcastle and Lori Savaree about the 2021 Heron Summer Series - launching Memorial Day weekend and continuing into the Fall of 2021. Featuring an estimated 70 artists over 20 weekends.

Neil Flory, coordinator of music at Jamestown Community College, talks with WRFA's Jason Sample about the 2021 Spring Concert Season.

Adam Owens from The Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre at SUNY JCC is in the studio to talk about an upcoming virtual production he's working on focusing on Edgar Allen Poe. The Audition deadline is April 27.

Miki Girts from Whirlybird Music Festival talks with WRFA's Jason Sample about the upcoming Whirlybird production at Jamestown's Lost Recording Studio on Friday, April 30 and featuring the band Grub (Buffalo, NY).

WRFA's Jason Sample talks with Steve Johnson and Nick Campbell from The Probables to get an update on the band, its forthcoming album, and details on several upcoming shows. Plus, we hear the new single "The Changlings." Image from the Probables Facebook Page.

Bill Ward stops by to talk with Jason Sample about how he's been keeping busy during the pandemic, and also plays a couple of tunes to lift our spirits.

WRFA's Jason Sample talks with Wendy McCain, executive director of Struthers Library Theatre in Warren, PA, to get more details about how the theatre has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as some of the things its done to overcome the pandemic-related challenges.

WRFA's Jason Sample invites Sixpence into the studio to talk about their music and also perform some songs. Featuring Will Russell on guitar and Ellen Paquette on harp.