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Radio Preview: Daniel Lanois' Black Dub & More

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By Mountain Stage
 · November 23, 2011

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Daniel Lanois and Trixie Whitley of Black Dub

This Thanksgiving weekend broadcast of Mountain Stage features Daniel Lanois’ project Black Dub, along with singer-songwriter Anais Mitchell, chamber pop group Horse Feathers, YouTube star Danielle At the Sandwich and indie rockers Delta Spirit.

Find a radio station in your area to find out when and where to tune in. We’ve posted a preview of the show in our Song of the Week, a performance of the expansive tune “Ring the Alarm” from Black Dub’s self titled debut CD (click to purchase on Amazon).

Daniel Lanois discuses his band Black Dub, backstage at Mountain Stage

Even if he were only known for his roll in shaping the sound of iconic Irish rock band U2, (not to mention Emmylou Harris' masterwork Wrecking Ball) Daniel Lanois is about as close to a household name as a record producer can be. But Lanois has maintained a successful and wildly influential solo career of his own, which has brought him back to the Mountain Stage three times since 1989. Lanois' latest project is Black Dub, a collaboration with singer Trixie Whitley, and amazing drummer Brian Blade.

 

Anais Mitchell, backstage at Mountain Stage

You'll also hear a performance by singer-songwriter Anais Mitchell. Her set draws from her 2010 album Hadestown, a self-described folk opera based on the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, and set in a futurist poverty-stricken America. If you like what you hear, take note! Mitchell is set to appear live on Mountain Stage again on March 4th of next year. Tickets are on sale now.

Justin Ringle of Horse Feathers, Backstage at Mountain Stage

There's also a performance by chamber-pop group Horse Feathers. Based out of Portland, Oregon, and centered around the songwriting of Justin Ringle, their latest album is Thistled Spring.

Danielle Ate the Sandwich, Backstage at Mountain Stage

YouTube sensation Danielle AteThe Sandwich makes her first appearance on Mountain Stage, bringing her trademark self-deprecating humor. Her YouTube channel has racked up hundreds of thousands of views, thanks to her original songs, not to mention several amazing cover tunes (everything from Hall & Oates to Lady Ga Ga).

Finally, you'll hear from DeltaSpirit. One part alt-country, one part indie rock, their most recent album History From Below can be purchased here.

Find a radio station in your area to find out when and where to tune in. And don't forget to follow us on Facebook to learn the latest about our upcoming live shows and radio broadcasts. We give thanks for our listeners! Your support is what has continued to make Mountain Stage possible for almost 29 years.  

 


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