AMERICANA MUSIC

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

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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.

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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

Charles Wesley Godwin Gets Into The Holiday Spirit With Acoustic Performance Of “I’ll Be Home For Christmas”

Charles Wesley Godwin Gets Into The Holiday Spirit With Acoustic Performance Of “I’ll Be Home For Christmas”

CWG is getting into the holiday spirit. It’s hard to believe it’s already Christmas Eve. Though it seemed like we were in the thick of concert and festival season in the summer just weeks ago, somehow, some way, it’s Christmastime once again. While it’s easy to get caught up in the rush of all the craziness that comes with the holidays — last-minute gift wrapping, travelling, meal prepping and all — it’s key to take a breather and appreciate all […]

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Megan Moroney Releases Heartwarming Music Video For “Beautiful Things,” Featuring Fan-Submitted Videos

Megan Moroney Releases Heartwarming Music Video For “Beautiful Things,” Featuring Fan-Submitted Videos

Heartwarming. It should go without saying that Megan Moroney has become country music’s “it” girl over the past year or so. After breaking out in a big way back in 2023 with the release of her debut album, Lucky, along with the 4x platinum smash hit, “Tennessee Orange,” the Georgia native has continued her rise to the top of the genre recently. Beyond leading last month’s CMA Awards with six nominations, including Female Vocalist and Album of the Year (Am I […]

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Former NBA Star, Ben Simmons, Might Pivot To A Career In Professional Sport Fishing

Former NBA Star, Ben Simmons, Might Pivot To A Career In Professional Sport Fishing

From the hardwood to professional fishing? It’s funny how the twists and turns of life play out. Professional basketball player Ben Simmons is a former No. 1 overall pick. After a stellar college career at LSU that had many predicting him to be the “next LeBron James,” he started his NBA journey with the Philadelphia 76ers. To say his career has been underwhelming would be an understatement. Though he’s been an NBA All-Star three times, and even won the 2018 […]

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Yes, ‘Damn Darlin’” IS A Christmas Song… According To 49 Winchester

Yes, ‘Damn Darlin'” IS A Christmas Song… According To 49 Winchester

Happy “Damn Darlin’” day to all who celebrate. “Damn’ Darlin’” is a staple from the Castlewood, Virginia band’s catalog. Released in 2022 as the third single from their debut album, Fortune Favors The Bold, the song has become a beloved favorite among 49 Winchester fans. It has also sparked debate over whether it’s categorized as a Christmas song. In true 49 Winchester fashion, “Damn Darlin’” is a honky tonkin’ heartbreaker that combines clever lyricism with soulful vocals, and it fully […]

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