Jamestown painter and punk rock musician Joseph Grice joins WRFA's Anthony Merchant in studio to discuss Joe's musical and artistic journeys, his upcoming art classes and residency at the Roger Tory Peterson Institute, whether or not Joe can see … [Read more...]
Arts on Fire – Mandy Andrews of the Chadakoin Chamber Ensemble – July 1, 2022
Mandy Andrews of the Chadakoin Chamber Ensemble talks with WRFA's Anthony Merchant all about the groups upcoming premier concert on July 10th at the Allen Park Bandshell, playing Cello, what got Mandy into music and … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Bass, Funk and Touring with George Porter Jr of The Meters – June 17, 2022
Legendary bassist George Porter Jr. talks with WRFA's Anthony Merchant all about his bass playing, going back out on the road with George Porter Jr. & the Runnin Pardners, what George looks for in a good drummer, the NOLA music scene during the … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Musician Katie Henry Talks Touring, New Music and Why 2022 is Her Year – May 27, 2022
Katie Henry talked with WRFA's Anthony Merchant about recording her sophomore record earlier this year, seeing the world through touring, performing in Jamestown at the end of May, why 2022 is her year of firsts and much much … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Songwriting, kickstarting and performing with Mike Brunacini – April 15, 2022
WRFA's Anthony Merchant was joined in studio by Jamestown musician Mike Brunacini. The two chatted about Mike's upcoming album "Summer's End", the way Mike writes songs, knowing what your talents are, why it will be great to have the new album on … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Sydney Irving talks musical beginnings and performing in Jamestown – April 8, 2022
WRFA's Anthony Merchant spoke with Syracuse musician Sydney Irving about her April 9th show in Jamestown, NY, early influences, performing live versus playing with a backing band, future goals for her music, the enjoyment of creating a song in the … [Read more...]
