Appalachian Artists LIVE! - podcast cover

Appalachian Artists LIVE!

Kevin Edwards hosts Appalachian Artists Live, a live in studio show featuring local artists performing original music, covers and interviews. Kevin has been following and promoting local artists for over 5 years throughout the Tri-Cities.
Last refreshed:
Follow this podcast in the Metacast mobile app to refresh it and see new episodes.
Download Metacast podcast app
Podcasts are better in Metacast mobile app
Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more

Episodes

Never Zero

Never Zero was formed in 2022 by Ben Keenan on bass, Matt Kiser on guitar and vocals and Scott Hinkle on drums. Matt, Ben and Scott were high school friends but COVID-19 related events brought them back together and a few jams led to an excitement about a more serious project. The guys soon realized something else was needed and out of respect and admiration for Zachary White’s talent they pursued him to join the band. While the members of Never Zero appreciate all genres of music they share a l...

May 27, 202654 min

Grayson Brammer

Grayson Brammer a 16yr old student at Lebanon High School, Lebanon, Va comes in the studios and performs some CKY, David Bowie, Jack Johnson, Van Halen, talks about music theory and how jazz & Heavy metal in entwined with one another. Tune in & find out what the future has in store for this young man.

May 27, 20261 hr

Camden Benoit

Camden Benoit returns to the studio with Ryan Nicholson & performs some jazzy tunes for our audience. Tune in and listen to some great original tunes written by Camden and some nice jazz covers. Camden Benoit - Keyboards/vocals Ryan Nicholson - Dobro/guitar

May 13, 20261 hr

Jenna Greene

Jenna Greene returns to the studio but this time with some special guests Ryan Nicholson & Camden Benoit on this Mother's Day show. Jenna performs some new originals including Andrew, Let Me, Fool, & covers by Dolly Parton & Katy Perry. Be sure to tune in to an amazing show! Jenna Greene - Vocals/Guitar Camden Benoit - Banjo/background vocals Ryan Nicholson - Banjo/Guitar/dobro

May 13, 202659 min

Robby Lester

Robby Lester from Tazewell, Va comes in the studio and performs some old time bluegrass & country for you, tune in and find out why Ralph Stanley played an important part in his music.

May 06, 20261 hr

Blu Brodie

Blu Brodie from Nashville, Tn joins us in the studio with Zach Zablosky and performs some original music, find out who her inspirations are, what she has planned in the future. Blu has a voice of an angel that will leave you wanting more!

May 06, 202658 min

Grassfed Fred

Grassfed Fred a 6 pc band from western North Carolina comes in the studio to perform some originals and a few covers. Tune in and find out how they got started and who there inspirations are. If you like Grateful Dead you will love these guys!

Apr 29, 202657 min

The Boys From Bristol return

The Boys From Bristol Easton Compton (guitar & lead vocals) & Eamon Russel (Mandolin & background vocals) come back in the studio since being on our show last year, they tell us what they have been up to, perform some old time classics & they perform there original song that you must hear.

Apr 29, 202659 min

Darian & Cancion

Darian & Cancion come in the studio to perform some fantastic bluesy originals along with some covers by Adele, Dolly Parton & more! Tune in & find out where they are from, who inspires them & what there plans for the future holds! Darian & Cancion is an American-roots duo performing a mix of original music alongside Americana-pop and blues covers. Together, we deliver a compelling blend of storytelling, foot-stomping grooves, and soulful ballads. Our on-stage chemistry is ef...

Apr 15, 20261 hr

Sandra Lewis Lambert

Sandra Lewis Lambert from Unicoi, Tn comes in the studio to perform some original songs on her mountain dulcimer, guitar & ukulele. Sandra performs a murder ballad based on the murder of Ada Thompson and she dedicates a song she has written for her grandmother. Tune in to find out what inspires Sandra to write and perform!

Apr 14, 202658 min

Space Freq

Space Freq comes to us from Beckley, Wv. Cosmic jazz brewed with funkadelic rock from the depths of Appalachia Samuel Mills - Guitar, Vocals Brandon Dent - Drums Logan Gambill - Bass Seth Baker - Keys, Vocals

Apr 08, 202621 min

Cash Haugh

Cash Haugh from Abingdon, Va comes in the studio to perform some of his Tyler Childers, Johnny Cash tunes & more. Cash talks about the possibility of getting a full band together & other projects!

Apr 08, 202658 min

Quinn Crowe

Quinn Crowe comes in the studios from Lenoir, Nc to talk about her life in music, what inspires her and performs an incredible set of covers/originals that will absolutely blow you away with her powerhouse vocals. Tune in to listen to some Blues, & some good Old Fashion Rock & Roll

Apr 01, 202659 min

Silvia Passiflora

Silvia Passiflora comes in all the way from Nashville, Tn to perform some Gothic folk music & spoken word for you on her banjo and ukulele. Silvia Passiflora is a Southern Gothic folk poet and Grammy®-considered songwriter who guides listeners with ukulele, banjo, and spoken word — offering safe passage past life's cliffhangers. Her 2025 releases, alongside the single Pokeberry Letter (Grammy®-considered for Best American Roots Song), showcase a voice rooted in lyric precision and lived narr...

Apr 01, 202659 min

SOHA Singer/Songwriters Round with Mary Munsey, Julia Maggard & Jonathan Short

Mary Munsey, Julia Maggard & Jonathan Short of the SOHA Singer/Songwriters come in the studio to share some original music, Mary performs "Tragedy" a song that she dedicated to the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster that happened 40 yrs ago this yr, Jonathan shares a song that he performed this past February at the Tennessee Songwriters Competition that let him continue to the second round, Julia performs some beautiful songs. All three performers perform songs that remain close to their hear...

Mar 25, 20261 hr

Alexis May

Alexis May comes in the studio & performs some Honky Tonk, Country originals & Covers. Tune in and find out what Alexis is up to & hear her amazing voice that will bring you back in time to the good ole days.

Mar 11, 20261 hr

Riley Adams

Riley Adams a Sophomore from Honaker, Va comes in the studio & performs songs from her favorite artists including Chris Stapleton, Elvis Presley & others, talks about her plans for the future

Mar 11, 202657 min

Brand New Box Of Matches

Brand New Box Of Matches from Knoxville, Tn comes back to the studio & updates us on what they have been up to, performs some new originals and a bluesy cover a style they haven't done before so tune in & find out what Ryan & Elizabeth is working on for the future!

Mar 05, 20261 hr

The Little Hours

The Little Hours an Old Time Folk music band based out of Oberlin, Oh. They all attend Oberlin College and started playing together. Tune In and find out how long they have been playing music together, what inspires them, & why they are in Southwest Virginia.

Feb 25, 20261 hr

Ryan Adkins

Ryan Adkins from Abingdon, Va comes in the studio & brings his band with him, Camden Benoit on Keyboards, Ryan Nicholson on slide guitar. Ryan performs all originals that will resonate with your soul.

Feb 11, 202659 min

The No Daddy's

The No Daddy's from Greeneville Tn come in the studio to perform some good ole classic Rock & Roll that you will sure love and dance to. This talented trio performs songs by ZZ Top, Bob Seger, Jimi Hendrix, Marshall Tucker Band and more! Mentioned in this episode: WEHC 90.7 FM is the Voice of Southwest Virginia. Stay tuned, connected, informed and entertained. This is listener supported radio. www.wehcfm.com

Jan 14, 20261 hr

The Pigeon River Messengers

Appalachian folk & bluegrass band from the Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. The Pigeon River Messengers come in the studio to perform their favorite songs including murder ballads, country & bluegrass. They perform a great cover of The Cox Family's "I Am Weary (Let Me Rest)" which was featured in the movie "Oh Brother Where Art Thou" Mentioned in this episode: WEHC 90.7 FM is the Voice of Southwest Virginia. Stay tuned, connected, informed and entertained. This is listener supported radio. ww...

Dec 31, 202557 min

Jacob & Chloe Angeles

Jake & Chloe Angeles Step into an evening of raw storytelling, acoustic soul, and Appalachian-rooted Americana with Jake & Chloe Angeles, the husband-and-wife duo making waves across the region with their heartfelt sound. With Chloe on fiddle and harmony vocals and Jake on acoustic guitar, mandolin, and lead vocals, their music blends front-porch warmth with highway-run energy — a sound that feels both familiar and brand new. Jake’s journey is as remarkable as his voice: Before stepping ...

Dec 31, 20251 hr

Kamden Beavers

Kamden Beavers a 17yr old country singer from Honaker, Va comes in the studio to perform some of his favorite country songs from Whiskey Myers, 49 Winchester, Tyler Childers, Chris Stapleton & more. Kamden not only sings and plays guitar he is a Football, Basketball, & Baseball standout for the Honaker Tigers. Tune in a find out what Kamden's plans is after high school & hear what the future holds for him.

Dec 24, 202553 min

Strangers Once

Strangers Once from Bristol, Tn/Va comes in the studio to perform some slow groovin originals with a little blues that will remind you of the styles of Marvin Gaye. This is a band that will cover a rap song & turn it into something special that will delight your ears. Strangers Once is: Kevin Kerns - Vocals/Guitar Deven Harris - Lead Guitar McHale - Bass Guitar Zack Schwartz - Drums/Background Vocals Mentioned in this episode: WEHC 90.7 FM is the Voice of Southwest Virginia. Stay tuned, conn...

Dec 24, 20251 hr

Aaron Blake, Dave Eggar & Steve Sensenig

Tenor Aaron Blake comes in the studio with Dave Eggar on Cello & Steve Sensenig of keyboards and performs some Christmas & classical opera to get you in the holiday spirit! The recipient of a 2017 George London Foundation Award, tenor Aaron Blake has earned international recognition for his performances in repertoire ranging from Martinu to Rossini. In 2022, he was recognized by the recording academy with a Grammy Award for his role as the High Priest of Amon in The Metropolitan Opera’s ...

Dec 20, 202559 min

Conrad Anthony

Conrad Anthony originally from San Francisco, Ca now residing in Bristol comes in the studio and performs all original material from his past albums and his new upcoming album in 2026. Tune in to listen to some funky soul music that will make you move! Mentioned in this episode: WEHC 90.7 FM is the Voice of Southwest Virginia. Stay tuned, connected, informed and entertained. This is listener supported radio. www.wehcfm.com

Dec 10, 20252 min

Zach Christensen

Zach Christensen coming in from North Carolina comes in the studio to perform for you some originals & covers of Johnny Cash, Blackstreet, John Denver. Listen to find out who is Zach's inspirations and what he has planned in the future!

Dec 10, 20251 hr

Jamie Collins & Goose-Pimple Junction

Jamie Collins & Goose-Pimple Junction come in the studio to perform some originals new & old & come covers. Jamie has an all star band consisting of Mary Munsey on Saxophone, Gary Taylor on Bass & Meade Richter on fiddle. Be sure to tune in & listen to some amazing bluegrass tunes and find out what Jamie & her band is up to!

Dec 07, 202557 min

Damon Heath

Damon Heath comes in the studio and performs some bluesy, Americana originals & some covers by Stevie Wonder, Alice In Chains & Tony Rice. Damon has something for everyone. Damon was a fixture in the Tri-Cities area but has since moved away, be sure to tune in to find out where Damon moved and what his future holds for him! Mentioned in this episode: WEHC 90.7 FM is the Voice of Southwest Virginia. Stay tuned, connected, informed and entertained. This is listener supported radio. www.weh...

Dec 06, 20251 hr 1 min
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android