All Announcements from KUT, Austin, 90.5 FM http://kut.org/news Fri, 09 May 2008 16:56:57 GMT en dhumphreys@kut.org Fri, 09 May 2008 16:56:57 GMT 60 http://kut.org/items/show/12585 The mission of World Wellness is to inspire, empower, educate and connect people so that they can create happier and healthier lives for themselves, their families, and communities. World Wellness Weekend is a festival of wellness representing a multi-dimensional, complimentary view of health, wellness and sustainable living. World Wellness Weekend has featured such renowned speakers as Deepak Chopra, Robert Kennedy Jr., Martin Luther King III, Dr. Jean Houston, T.Harv Eker, Joe Vitale and Mark Victor Hansen. World Wellness Weekend will return to Austin May 31 through June 1 at the Austin Convention Center featuring New York Times bestselling authors and speakers, Marianne Williamson, Marci Shimoff, John Gray; music with Michael Franti, Papa Mali, Afrofreque, an Eco-Fashion Show, Body Choir and Michael Franti's powerful documentary movie about the human cost of war I Know I'... Mon, 19 May 2008 09:00:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12585 staff@kut.org (KUT Staff) http://kut.org/items/show/12652 Austin power-pop sextet super-group The Service Industry play snotty, punk-inspired, tongue-in-cheek songs about the woes of working for the man, just enough to earn your right to party. New release Limited Coverage features guest Meat Puppet Curt Kirkwood with local stalwarts Hunter Darby and Mike McCoy leading the way to the garage. Hear The Service Industry off work and ready to play live in Studio 1A Thursday at 2 p.m. on Music with Jay Trachtenberg before their CD release show at the Hole in the Wall Friday night. Fri, 16 May 2008 15:38:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12652 staff@kut.org (Jay Trachtenberg) http://kut.org/items/show/12650 Texas-born singer/songwriter Colin Gilmore's Southern twang is nearly equal to that of his father, legendary Lubbock mystic Jimmie Dale Gilmore. Colin's latest Black Wine is a rustic and pop-oriented set of songs, and we'll hear him perform live Wednesday at noon with his band on Music with Jay Trachtenberg before his Friday night show at the place where he got his start. That's Threadgill's North on Lamar at 9:30 p.m. Fri, 16 May 2008 15:33:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12650 staff@kut.org (Jay Trachtenberg) http://kut.org/items/show/12648 Singer/songwriter and boxer Paul Thorn was born in Tupelo, Mississippi, birthplace of the blues and Elvis Presley. He got his first paying gig at the age of three, when he began his musical path. Legendary music manager Miles Copeland discovered Thorn in a Tupelo pizza joint and Thorn recorded his first album Hammer and Nail soon after in 1997. Touring with heavy-hitters like Mark Knopfler, Sting, Jeff Beck and Richard Thompson soon followed. Hear Paul Thorn perform songs from his latest CD A Long Way from Tupelo when he sits down for a live and intimate performance with Jay Trachtenberg Monday at noon in KUT's Studio 1A. Fri, 16 May 2008 15:22:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12648 staff@kut.org (Jay Trachtenberg) http://kut.org/items/show/12647 Every Friday at 11:00 a.m., XPN in Philadelphia and NPR air a live performance. Today, it's Black Kids and Does It Offend You, Yeah? ormed in 2006, Black Kids didn't take long to attract the attention of nationally known music blogs, backing up the praise with breakout performances at the Athens Popfest. The band's digital only Wizard of Ahhhs EP was a sleeper hit, marked by coed harmonies, layered keyboards, lo-fi guitars, and R&B-seasoned songs. "I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You" was a U.K. chart hit and a sleeper here, helping the band land considerable press attention along the way. As its name suggests, opening act Does It Offend You, Yeah? doesn't take itself terribly seriously: The British electro-rock band infuses its ambitious and chaotic music with bass slaps, cowbells, and signifiers of ‘80s pop, not to mention healthy doses of electr... Fri, 16 May 2008 15:10:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12647 staff@kut.org (Paige Maguire) http://kut.org/items/show/12625 On Sunday, May 18 at 11:00 a.m. The Best of Public Radio presents: America Abroad's Holy Diplomacy. The Catholic Church is one of the world's longest-standing institutions and throughout its history has played a unique role on the global stage. The Church figured prominently in the fall of communism and contributed to solving conflicts across the globe. The Holy See, the Church's spiritual and temporal authority, continues to hold sway in world affairs, enjoying a privileged status at the United Nations and other multilateral institutions. While ministering to the more than one billion Catholics worldwide, the Church's battery of clergy and diplomats also carry on the faith's tradition of involvement in global matters, from Iraq to Zimbabwe. On this edition of America Abroad, we'll explore the Church's enduring role as an international social and political actor. Wed, 14 May 2008 16:30:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12625 staff@kut.org (Hawk Mendenhall) http://kut.org/items/show/12499 The 3rd Annual Georgetown Art In The Park will be helf May 31 and June 1! This charming juried festival featuring 200 fine artists offers patrons two full days of art as well as a classical music concert and fireworks Saturday Night. San Gabriel Park is a wonderfully site with huge live oak trees and pathway overlooking the river below. The festival area is on "high ground" with both shade and sunny areas that artists and patrons enjoy. Georgetown, Texas is just 26 miles up Highway 35 from Austin, Texas. Near the world headquarters of Dell Computer. The greater Austin area with over 1.5 million residents is one of the fastest growing areas in Texas. Lynette Wallace Productions, Festival Director, is known for her 13 years of leadership in directing the Bayou City Art Festivals, Houston Texas bringing them into top national ranking, and working with artists on their needs and co... Wed, 14 May 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12499 staff@kut.org (Patrick Dentler) http://kut.org/items/show/12620 New York Senator Hillary Clinton easily won West Virginia's Democratic presidential primary Tuesday. Illinois Senator Barack Obama still leads in the number of delegates. As expected, Arizona Senator John McCain won the GOP Primary in Nebraska yesterday. For continuing coverage of the primaries tune into ‘Morning Edition' on KUT 90.5 FM. Or click here to listen now. For political news with a Central Texas focus, visit our election's website. Wed, 14 May 2008 09:40:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12620 staff@kut.org (Crystal Chavez) http://kut.org/items/show/12583 Following in the footsteps of Johnny Gimble, Ray Benson, Billy Joe Shaver, and Dale Watson, Austin-based folk singer/songwriter Shelley King has been chosen, not only as the youngest, but the first woman to be the official state of Texas musician for 2008. With nearly two decades of professional music experience, she now travels all over the US, Canada and Europe and has plans to tour Australia, and Japan in the near future. Hear Shelley King and her band live in Studio 1A Saturday at noon on Folkways with Kevin Connor before her show at Jovita's Sunday night as part of a benefit for legendary folk musician Utah Phillips. Fri, 09 May 2008 15:07:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12583 staff@kut.org (Kevin Connor) http://kut.org/items/show/12580 Since their debut nearly 15 years ago, Dallas, TX based Old 97's have been leading the alt-country scene with an equal affinity for both legendary country music and pure rock-n-roll. Most songs are written by singer/guitarist Rhett Miller, who has been working on his own solo career since 2002. Hear the Old 97s crank out songs from their new release Blame it on Gravity live Friday at 12:30 p.m. with host David Brown before their in-store performance at Waterloo Records. Fri, 09 May 2008 15:02:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12580 staff@kut.org (David Brown) http://kut.org/items/show/12578 Local string player and composer Will Taylor's ongoing series in covering the masters of pop continues with Subscription Concert #3, featuring the songs of Paul Simon with guests from the Austin music community. Hear the ensemble premiere the concert live in Studio 1A Thursday at 10:30 a.m. on Eklektikos before their triple set of shows. Fri, 09 May 2008 14:58:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12578 staff@kut.org (John Aielli) http://kut.org/items/show/12576 With a firm grasp of history, a colorful vocabulary and an aversion to typical love songs, Canada's Corb Lund has earned numerous musical accolades and award nominations in his home country while setting himself apart from every other songwriter trying to reinvent the wagon wheel. His latest Horse Soldier! Horse Soldier! has traditional country meeting the new Southwest with themes of classic warfare and horns aplenty. Hear Corb Lund and members of his Hurtin' Albertans when they visit Studio 1A for a live performance Wednesday at 2 p.m. on Music with Jay Trachtenberg before their show at the Hill's Cafe Wednesday night. Fri, 09 May 2008 14:54:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12576 staff@kut.org (Jay Trachtenberg) http://kut.org/items/show/12653 Austin power-pop sextet super-group The Service Industry play snotty, punk-inspired, tongue-in-cheek songs about the woes of working for the man, just enough to earn your right to party. New release Limited Coverage features guest Meat Puppet Curt Kirkwood with local stalwarts Hunter Darby and Mike McCoy leading the way to the garage. Listen to The Service Industry off work in Studio 1A on Music with Jay Trachtenberg. Thu, 22 May 2008 18:00:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12653 staff@kut.org (Jay Trachtenberg) http://kut.org/items/show/12651 Texas-born singer/songwriter Colin Gilmore's Southern twang is nearly equal to that of his father, legendary Lubbock mystic Jimmie Dale Gilmore. Colin's latest Black Wine is a rustic and pop-oriented set of songs, listen to him perform live on Music with Jay Trachtenberg. Wed, 21 May 2008 18:00:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12651 staff@kut.org (Jay Trachtenberg) http://kut.org/items/show/12649 Singer/songwriter and boxer Paul Thorn was born in Tupelo, Mississippi, birthplace of the blues and Elvis Presley. He got his first paying gig at the age of three, when he began his musical path. Legendary music manager Miles Copeland discovered Thorn in a Tupelo pizza joint and Thorn recorded his first album Hammer and Nail soon after in 1997. Touring with heavy-hitters like Mark Knopfler, Sting, Jeff Beck and Richard Thompson soon followed. Listen to Paul Thorn perform songs from his latest CD A Long Way from Tupelo with Jay Trachtenberg in KUT's Studio 1A. Mon, 19 May 2008 18:00:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12649 staff@kut.org (Jay Trachtenberg) http://kut.org/items/show/12626 On Sunday, May 18 at 11:00 a.m. The Best of Public Radio presented: America Abroad's Holy Diplomacy. The Catholic Church is one of the world's longest-standing institutions and throughout its history has played a unique role on the global stage. The Church figured prominently in the fall of communism and contributed to solving conflicts across the globe. The Holy See, the Church's spiritual and temporal authority, continues to hold sway in world affairs, enjoying a privileged status at the United Nations and other multilateral institutions. While ministering to the more than one billion Catholics worldwide, the Church's battery of clergy and diplomats also carry on the faith's tradition of involvement in global matters, from Iraq to Zimbabwe. On this edition of America Abroad, we'll explore the Church's enduring role as an international social and political actor. Sun, 18 May 2008 17:05:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12626 staff@kut.org (Hawk Mendenhall) http://kut.org/items/show/12498 It's possible to grow trees on your apartment or condo balcony, you just have to know how to care for them. This week Scott Harris from TreeFolks joins Cecilia Nasti on Growing Concerns to talk about high rise tree care. Sun, 18 May 2008 15:21:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12498 staff@kut.org (Cecilia Nasti) http://kut.org/items/show/12584 Following in the footsteps of Johnny Gimble, Ray Benson, Billy Joe Shaver, and Dale Watson, Austin-based folk singer/songwriter Shelley King has been chosen, not only as the youngest, but the first woman to be the official state of Texas musician for 2008. With nearly two decades of professional music experience, she now travels all over the US, Canada and Europe and has plans to tour Australia, and Japan in the near future. Listen to Shelley King and her band live on Folkways with Kevin Connor. Sat, 17 May 2008 18:00:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12584 staff@kut.org (Kevin Connor) http://kut.org/items/show/12657 traditional music enthusiasts are in for a real treat this weekend! i just finished a session with eden macadams-somer and larry unger and they're splendid! they did six songs showing quite a variety of styles. she's from houston originally and plays fiddle though it's apparent that she's an accomplished classical player as well. larry plays guitar, banjo, and probably some other stringed instruments. they live in boston and are here for a number of concerts this weekend. tonight at 8pm at elizabeth pittman's house. 512-476-3991. saturday, may 17, st. paul lutheran church, 3501 red river, 2-5pm advanced contra dance, 7:30-11 regular contra dance. sunday, may 18, la bahia dance hall, 550 hwy. 237, burton, texas, 2-6 contra dance. http://www.fiddlegarden.net/index.html Fri, 16 May 2008 19:46:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12657 staff@kut.org (John Aielli) http://kut.org/items/show/12581 Since their debut nearly 15 years ago, Dallas, TX based Old 97's have been leading the alt-country scene with an equal affinity for both legendary country music and pure rock-n-roll. Most songs are written by singer/guitarist Rhett Miller, who has been working on his own solo career since 2002. Listen to the Old 97s crank out songs from their new release Blame it on Gravity live with host David Brown. Fri, 16 May 2008 18:30:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12581 staff@kut.org (David Brown) http://kut.org/items/show/12654 Every Friday at 11:00 a.m., XPN in Philadelphia and NPR air a live performance. On Friday, May 16, 2008, it was Black Kids and Does It Offend You, Yeah? Formed in 2006, Black Kids didn't take long to attract the attention of nationally known music blogs, backing up the praise with breakout performances at the Athens Popfest. The band's digital only Wizard of Ahhhs EP was a sleeper hit, marked by coed harmonies, layered keyboards, lo-fi guitars, and R&B-seasoned songs. "I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You" was a U.K. chart hit and a sleeper here, helping the band land considerable press attention along the way. As its name suggests, opening act Does It Offend You, Yeah? doesn't take itself terribly seriously: The British electro-rock band infuses its ambitious and chaotic music with bass slaps, cowbells, and signifiers of ‘80s pop, not to mention he... Fri, 16 May 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12654 staff@kut.org (KUT Staff) http://kut.org/items/show/12656 The latest developments surrounding the state's Eldorado child welfare operation. Fri, 16 May 2008 16:46:37 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12656 staff@kut.org (Crystal Chavez) http://kut.org/items/show/12655 AUSTIN, Texas – May 9, 2008 – Hidden Kitchens Texas, a radio special documenting the stories of cowboy kitchens, NASA's space kitchens, cotton pickers' kitchens and Texas ice houses, and produced by KUT Radio and The Kitchen Sisters, has been nominated for a prestigious James Beard Foundation Award in the radio food show category. Covering all aspects of the industry, the James Beard Foundation Awards-often called "The Oscars" of the food world-are the highest honors for food and beverage professionals working in America. The awards will be presented June 6 at Lincoln Center in New York City. Hidden Kitchens Texas first aired on public radio stations across Texas and the country in summer 2007. The sound-rich hour is hosted by Willie Nelson, singer Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Dallas-born actress Robin Wright Penn, along with an assortment of extraordinary storytellers, a... Fri, 16 May 2008 16:18:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12655 staff@kut.org (KUT Staff) http://kut.org/items/show/12455 The "Merry War" of the sexes erupts in Austin Shakespeare's production of Much Ado About Nothing, with the accompaniment of music & dance. Blending their best actors, comedy improvisers and Esther's Follies music man Steve Saugey, artistic director Ann Ciccolella brings a fresh perspective to this Shakespearean favorite, including parodies of pop songs on period instruments, composed by Saugey and sung by young jazz diva Kirsten Dorn (last seen in Words by Shakespeare, Music by Austin). we have in our studios steve saugey, kirstin dorn, ann ciccolella, and actors babs george (beatrice), gwendolyn kelso (hero), beth burns (ursula), and les mcgehee (dogberry). music and scenes. Shakespeare Under the Stars 2008 Much Ado About Nothing At the Sheffield Hillside Theater in Zilker Park. Thursdays through Sundays, May 1-25, at 8:00 pm. Opening Night May 3rd Mother's Day Matinee, May ... Fri, 16 May 2008 14:48:00 GMT http://kut.org/items/show/12455 staff@kut.org (John Aielli)