With the change of seasons, arrival of cooler weather and more “indoor” time, you might be in the market for new tunes to carry you through fall…and winter! Here’s some […]
The Music Scene Blog, by Cynthia Orlando
Freelance writer and KRVM volunteer Cynthia Orlando writes about the local music scene as well as new artists and musicians KRVM listeners might enjoy.
She grew up in southern California where her father taught music and both her parents were musicians. While attending college at Humboldt State University, Orlando wrote about music for entertainment publication "Northcoast View,” and later, for Portland's KINK-FM.
In addition to writing for KRVM she also currently writes for Portland Radio Project (PRP-FM) in Portland.
Orlando has also written for the Portland Tribune, Salem Statesman Journal, and many other Oregon newspapers on topics of forestry, tree care, and native plants.
You can follow her on Twitter at @CynthiaOrlando or contact her via email at cynthiaorlando27@icloud.com.
Interview with Brian Wilson
KRVM’s Jivin’ Johnny Etheredge spoke by phone with Brian Wilson, ahead of his upcoming September 17th appearance at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall in Portland. Here’s the link to the […]
Moody Little Sister visits the KRVM studios
Truth Or Consequences, New Mexico-based duo Naomi Sparrow and Rob Stroup, together known as Moody Little Sister – played in Eugene and visited the KRVM studios for a live interview […]
Progressive Folk band Honeysuckle tours the NW
Exquisitely talented progressive folk band Honeysuckle played Eugene’s Sam Bond’s Garage on Sunday, July 7. Their music — well-composed and expertly executed — blends traditional instrumentation with more modern effects […]
Meet Nick Sixkiller, show host of Indian Time
Lane County is blessed to be the site of several regularly scheduled powwows – including the annual Mother’s Day powwow held every year in May. KRVM has been extremely fortunate, […]
Get to know Saturday’s Breakfast with the Blues Man, Brad Cook
KRVM’s Brad Cook has been at the helm of the station’s premier “Breakfast with the Blues program” on Saturdays for nearly eighteen years now. We thought it high time we shared [...]
Rebelution plays Eugene’s Cuthbert this month
In need of some good vibes? You’re in luck. As part of their “Good Vibes Summer Tour,” Reggae-rock band Rebelution plays Eugene’s Cuthbert Amphitheater this month. With seven albums to […]
Meet Beatles Hour host Billy Safier
KRVM’s Billy Safier has been hosting the station’s ever-popular “Beatles Hour” program for the last twelve years. We thought it was high time our listeners had a chance to […]
Grammy awards catch up with impeccable Brandi Carlile
Everyone loves a good success story. With singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile’s recent triumph at the 2019 Grammys, we think it’s the perfect time to take a quick look back at the […]
Into the sunset with Mark Knopfler’s “Down the Road Wherever”
It’s been three years since Mark Knopfler’s eighth solo studio release, “Tracker.” Today he’s back with “Down the Road Wherever” and more than a dozen satisfying Celtic folk-rock compositions sure […]