| performers |
| Adrien Reju | Alternately quirky and heartbreaking songs conveyed with a glorious sweet voice |
| Alela Diane | Psych-folk goddess delivers meditative lyrics with warm, inviting vocals |
| Austin Lucas | Country-folk phenom that wraps vivid, lyrical adventures in an authentic, emotional voice |
| Boris Garcia | "Fiery multi-instrumentalists that seamlessly fuse Celtic, Americana, Bluegrass and Jam." Local favorites with National appeal! |
| Burning Bridget Cleary | Exciting Celtic trio serves up blazing fiddle duets, great guitar work and hauntingly beautiful vocals |
| Buskin & Batteau | |
| Caravan of Thieves | Acoustic string band incorporates Gypsy Jazz and Swing influences into darkly humorous songs with fabulous harmonies |
| Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer | Two-time Grammy winning duo delivers flawless folk-bluegrass and sublime children's music |
| Charlie Miller, Scott Rovner & Friends | Campfire sing leaders and long-time folkie friends |
| Chris Kasper | Timeless, original songs wrapped in warm and graceful melodies sung with an embracing style. Absolutely unique, yet vaguely familiar |
| David Dye | Renowned World Cafe host and WXPN radio personality |
| Dennis Hangey | Our beloved piper |
| Ellis Paul | Charismatic, personally authentic and incredibly literate songwriter sings marries magical lyrics with glorious vocals |
| Enter The Haggis | Boundary pushing band from Toronto blends elements of rock and pop with traditional Celtic fare |
| Erik Mongrain | Evocative guitar virtuoso wrings every possible note out of this instrument |
| Frog Holler | Alt-country band combines "sweet melodies, rock crunch and varied instrumentation together to create infectiously appealing songs" |
| Gene Shay | Legendary XPN radio host, godfather of Philly folk scene, and our host |
| Give and Take Jugglers | Juggling for all ages |
| Groovemama | new folk supergroup who bring Old-time, Cape Breton, and Franco-American music together in a brand new way |
| Heartless Bastards | Magical rock and bluesy trio serves up tasty lyrics and soulful playing with transcendent, heart-stopping vocals |
| Helen Leicht | WXPN radio diva and Philly Local talent ambassador |
| Iron and Wine | "Classic American tunesmith with a precocious musical signature." |
| Joe Pug | Brilliant songwriter who pens anthemic lyrics and sings them with a gritty, spirited voice |
| Justin Townes Earle | Young man with an old soul creates his own brand of American roots music. |
| Kathy O'Connell | Pioneer in the field of modern children's radio and host of WXPN's Kids Corner |
| Kerri Powers | Alt-country, bluesy Americana artist pens stunning songs and sings in an earthy, sensual voice that both seduces and bites |
| Langhorne Slim | |
| Marissa Nadler | Mesmirizing voice and hypnotic lyrics reminds us of both Leonard Cohen and Patsy Cline |
| Rebirth Brass Band | A New Orleans institution where tradition of brass meets heavy funk making it impossible to sit still! |
| Sara Hickman | Humanitarian, singer, songwriter and free spirit offers up songs infused with hope, optimism and with an eclectic sensibility |
| Shannon Lambert-Ryan & RUNA | Rich, vibrant vocals and outstanding musicianship combine to delight the listener with the fusion of music from Ireland, Scotland, Shetland Islands, Canada and the United States. Refreshingly traditional. |
| Slo-Mo featuring Mic Wrecka | "Lap-steel encrusted hip-pop" |
| Sonny Landreth | Louisiana-based soulful slide guitar wizard |
| The Decemberists | Portland-based quintet crafts innovative songs creating musical journeys reminiscent of folk ballads from long ago. Intricate, elegant and sophisticated, yet totally accessible. |
| The Del McCoury Band | Award-winning Bluegrass icon. As good as it gets! |
| The Derek Trucks Band | Led by slide guitar prodigy and one of the "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Times", this band blends jazz, rock, blues, Latin, Eastern Indian and other world music into a sound that is all their own. |
| The Folk Brothers | Jack Hardy & Dave Massengill are "dual-handedly keeping the folk tradition alive..." |
| The Low Anthem | Trio of new-hippie rockers craft intelligent songs with thoughtful lyrics and multi-instrumental backing |
| Tom Rush | Beloved entertainer for four decades with "warm, conversational singing style, supple guitar and a craftsman's pen" |
| Tony Trischka | Master of American banjo; a true virtuoso showcases folk, progressive bluegrass, Celtic and contemporary music |
| West Philadelphia Orchestra | Philadelphia band plays Eastern European folk music tinged with jazz, punk, rock and soul. A party for your ears! |
| Wissahickon Chicken Shack | Philadelphia-based band "flawlessly blends many instruments into a unique sound" with bluegrass, folk, funk and honky-tonk overtones |
| Works Progress Administration | Amazing supergroup features the collective musical prowess of Glen Phillips, Sean Watkins, Luke Bulla, Sara Watkins, Benmont Tench, Greg Leisz, Pete Thomas and Davey Faragher |
| Zach Djanikian | Wonderful singer and storyteller with "an affinity for sugar sweet melodies and wry turn of phrase" |
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