On this West Virginia Morning, a weekend of comedy kicks off Thursday in Morgantown. Now in its second year, the Red Eye Comedy Festival is not only highlighting the state’s nascent comedy community, but also attracting national talent to the region.
The Devil Makes Three return to Mountain Stage on this week's broadcast. Brian Blauser/ Mountain Stage
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Our Song of the Week is a fan-favorite from Colorado’s The Devil Makes Three. The Devil Makes Three have built a fervent fan base with their no-holds-barred live shows and “Graveyard,” included here from their Mountain Stage set, is a fan favorite from the band’s 2002 self-titled debut album.
Last year they headlined at Red Rocks Amphitheatre- the legendary Colorado music venue where their latest release, “Live at Red Rocks” was recorded.
Hear more from The Devil Makes Three, plus performances from the David Bromberg Quintet, Eliza Gilkyson, The Suitcase Junket and Jarlath Henderson, as Kathy Mattea returns to guest-host this week’s episode of Mountain Stage.
This week’s show features long-time Mountain Stage favorite Tim O’Brien and his band, joined on this week’s line-up by David Mayfield Parade, Dirty Grass Players, Philip Bowen, and Lauren Calve. Join us on one of these NPR stations starting Friday, March 31, and be sure to subscribe to our podcast so you never miss a note.
West Virginia Public Broadcasting announces that Mountain Stage is featured in the latest issue of Rolling Stone Magazine. Rolling Stone journalist Garret Woodward explores the diverse group of nationally recognized musicians who have played Mountain Stage, highlighting the uniqueness of the show on today’s airwaves.
Theresa Dennison, a kindergarten teacher at Panther Creek Elementary, has earned West Virginia Public Broadcasting's Above and Beyond Award for January, which recognizes excellence and creativity of Mountain State teachers.
Mountain Stage officially kicks off our 40th Broadcast Season this week with our 39th anniversary celebration featuring Bela Fleck My Bluegrass Heart, The Brother Brothers, Alice Howe with Freebo, The Bing Brother feat. Jake Krack, and a special appearance from West Virginia’s Poet Laureate Marc Harshman.