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APPALACHIAN ARTISTS

Appalachian Echoes is a three-hour, weekly syndicated radio program that highlights the talented artists, songwriters and musicians with ties to Appalachia, as well as the vibrant and growing genre of Americana music which often features the echoes of Appalachian influence. The show focuses on predominantly independent artists and music often overlooked by commercial radio playlists, and fuels a sense of listener loyalty based on home place pride.

Listen Saturdays from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on great radio stations like our home station, WXCC, 96.5 FM. (The button below opens its live stream!)

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RADIO SHOW

Listen live on Saturdays from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on our home station, WXCC – 96.5 FM, in Williamson, W.Va. Click here to open its live stream.

Are you a radio station interested in carrying Appalachian Echoes? Contact us and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

EVENTS

We collect the most comprehensive list of Americana artists playing live within a reasonable drive of Eastern Kentucky, Southern West Virginia and Western Virginia. If your venue’s events are listed, email us!

AMERICANA MUSIC NEWS

Watch James Van Der Beek Perform “I Had Some Help” & “Country Roads” On ‘The Masked Singer’

Americana NewsBy Echoes Staff February 11, 2026

Feels like I lost a piece of my childhood. Actor James Van Der Beek, who was best known for his role in Dawson’s Creek and the movie Varsity Blues, has passed away at the age of 48 after a battle with colorectal cancer. He first revealed the diagnosis back in November 2024, but said at the time that he was remaining optimistic: “I have colorectal cancer. I’ve been privately dealing with this diagnosis and have been taking steps to resolve it, with the support […]

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‘Landman’ Star Michelle Randolph Says She Asked Billy Bob Thornton If He Really Drank Angelina Jolie’s Blood

Americana NewsBy Echoes Staff February 11, 2026

Michelle Randolph was looking for answers in between takes on Landman. The career of the 28-year-old actress has really taken off as of late, and much of that is thanks to Taylor Sheridan. She’s set to star in the latest entrant into the Scream franchise – Scream 7 – which releases later this month. But before that, she was featured in the Yellowstone spinoff 1923, and most notably, she’s been a part of the star-studded cast of Landman. Randolph, who […]

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Multiple Greg Biffle Tributes Planned During Daytona 500 Weekend

Americana NewsBy Echoes Staff February 11, 2026

Here’s how drivers will pay tribute to Greg Biffle during the Daytona 500. Continue reading…

Luke Combs Reveals Full 22-Song Tracklist For Upcoming Album, “The Way I Am,” Featuring An Alison Krauss Duet

Americana NewsBy Echoes Staff February 11, 2026

After what felt like months upon months of anticipation and speculation, last month, Luke Combs announced his sixth studio album The Way I Am, which is set for release on March 30th. Produced by Combs, Jonathan Singleton and Chip Matthews, the record will feature a whopping 22 songs, and he says he’s very proud of the album: “It’s been a long process getting this thing going, but I’m really proud of this record. I’ve loved the song ‘Sleepless in a […]

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