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Barbecue Music!
With the advent of warmer weather many folks will be entertaining outside. Whether it’s garden party, grilling, or gazebo gathering; KCPL has music to compliment and enhance your shindig. Here are ten suggestions from our bounteous collection.
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A classic hearty serving of music from the godfathers of the southern rock and jamband movement.
Peppy and zesty. Herb Alpert goes well with both chicken and fish.
Classic American songs for classic American cooking, featuring Fred Astaire on vocals.
Nothing goes better with barbeque than blues.
Embrace your inner Appalachian cook with this comprehensive set.
Perfect for a retro-themed cookout or cocktail gathering.
This collection goes great with burgers and dogs and a hot grill.
Putumayo is a recording label that highlights the finest in world music, great for spicing up any gathering. Simply search KCPL’s catalog under the keyword Putumayo and let the international festival begin.
Get a second helping of healthy Fats with the photo album and a side dish of liner notes that are included with this box set.
Any of these pieces will enhance the fiery drama of grill lighting.
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All Music Guide is the experts' guide to the best recordings from thousands of artists in all types of music. Search by genre (music styles), artists (with great biographies and discographies), albums, song titles, record labels, and more. KCPL's approved source for ordering!
Billboard magazine's web site will give you the latest information on the top albums and songs, daily music news, reviews and more!
Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine is the first of its type. Created in 1966, this publication is dedicated to the furtherance of bluegrass and old-time country musicians, devotees and associates.
Blues Revue is West Virginia's own magazine with a nationwide audience that reviews latest and historical recordings of blues artists across America. Use their site to find out about blues festivals, upcoming TV programs devoted to the blues, latest news in the blues world and more information.
Clay Center: Check out West Virginia's newest venue for musical programming and upcoming events.
Graffiti Online: West Virginia's entertainment guide that provides links to local entertainment (search by city), columns and archive issues!
Mountain Stage: West Virginia's own music venue with a nationwide audience! Check site for upcoming programs, calendar of playlists, broadcasts on radio and TV, merchandise.
National Public Radio: Check out NPR's website for play lists, music reviews, and more. Find broadcast information on their programs ("All Things Considered," "Motley Fool Radio Show," "Fresh Air" and more).
Pollstar: Lets you search for your favorite artist's tour dates, what's happening in your specific city or venue, concert reviews and links to other sites.
WV Public Broadcasting: Find out what you were listening too by looking up the daily play list, programming and featured broadcasts.