FiddleFest Radio debuts this weekend
A new, weekly bluegrass radio show is set to launch this coming Sunday (10/5) in southwestern Virginia. FiddleFest Radio will air each Sunday afternoon on The Bull, FM 106.1 from Roanoke, VA from 5:00-7:00 p.m., simulcast live online via audio streaming.
The show will be hosted by Mike Conner, proprietor of Roanoke FiddleFest, and Jay King of The Bull. They will feature the latest in bluegrass music, plus classic tracks and music from local and regional bands.
CDs can be sent to the station at:
attn: FiddleFest Radio
3807 Brandon Ave.
Suite 2350
Roanoke VA 24018


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