Grace Stormont's guest appearances

Grace Stormont

Ozark Highlands Radio

Louis Cole

Josh Ritter

Jason Roberts

Ryan Martin

Bonnie Montgomery

Lula Wiles

Alan Jones

Dom Flemons

Leyla McCalla

Carlene Carter

Jimbo Mathus

Malcolm Holcombe

Bill Kirchen

Marty Stuart

Redd Volkaert

OwlTail

Ozark Highlands Radio is a weekly radio program that features live music and interviews recorded at Ozark Folk Center State Park’s beautiful 1,000-seat auditorium in Mountain View, Arkansas.  In addition to the music, our “Feature Host” segments take listeners through the Ozark hills with historians, authors and personalities who explore the people, stories, and history of the Ozark region.This week, original Ozark Alternative Folk music ingenue Grace Stormont performs live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park.  Also, interviews with this fast rising new folk artist.  Mark Jones offers an archival recording of the Junior Rackensack Society, singing the Jimmy Driftwood song “Down in the Arkansas.”  Writer, professor, and historian Dr. Brooks Blevins profiles the Brockwell School, and its tradition of education in the uniquely American art form of shape note singing.One of the most exciting and talented young musicians in Arkansas, Grace Stormont is just getting started.  After moving to Mountain View, Arkansas a few years ago to immerse herself in the local music scene, Grace has made a name for herself among a long list of outstanding musicians.  A multi-instrumentalist (bass, guitar, banjo and dulcimer,) sixteen year old Grace also excels as a vocalist and interpreter of traditional Ozark ballads.  Her musical phrasing and insight are well beyond her age.  Aside from her solo performances, which are featured on this program, Grace also performs with the incredible all female group “Pretty Lil Miss.”In this week’s “From the Vault” segment, musician, educator, and country music legacy Mark Jones offers an archival recording of the Junior Rackensack Society, singing the Jimmy Driftwood song “Down in the Arkansas,” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives.From his series entitled “Back in the Hills,” writer, professor, and historian Dr. Brooks Blevins profiles the Brockwell School, located in Brockwell, Arkansas, and its tradition of education in the uniquely American art form of shape note singing.  This episode features an archival recording of Orgel Mason and a gospel quartet singing the traditional song “It’s a Mighty Hard Road to Travel.”

Ozark Highlands Radio is a weekly radio program that features live music and interviews recorded at Ozark Folk Center State Park’s beautiful 1,000-seat auditorium in Mountain View, Arkansas. In addition to the music, our “Feature Host” segments take listeners through the Ozark hills with historians, authors and personalities who explore the people, stories, and history of the Ozark region. This week, original Ozark Alternative Folk music ingenue Grace Stormont performs live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park. Also, interviews with this fast rising new folk artist. Mark Jones offers an archival recording of the Junior Rackensack Society, singing the Jimmy Driftwood song “Down in the Arkansas.” Writer, professor, and historian Dr. Brooks Blevins profiles the Brockwell School, and its tradition of education in the uniquely American art form of shape note singing. One of the most exciting and talented young musicians in Arkansas, Grace Stormont is just getting started. After moving to Mountain View, Arkansas a few years ago to immerse herself in the local music scene, Grace has made a name for herself among a long list of outstanding musicians. A multi-instrumentalist (bass, guitar, banjo and dulcimer,) sixteen year old Grace also excels as a vocalist and interpreter of traditional Ozark ballads. Her musical phrasing and insight are well beyond her age. Aside from her solo performances, which are featured on this program, Grace also performs with the incredible all female group “Pretty Lil Miss.” In this week’s “From the Vault” segment, musician, educator, and country music legacy Mark Jones offers an archival recording of the Junior Rackensack Society, singing the Jimmy Driftwood song “Down in the Arkansas,” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives. From his series entitled “Back in the Hills,” writer, professor, and historian Dr. Brooks Blevins profiles the Brockwell School, located in Brockwell, Arkansas, and its tradition of education in the uniquely American art form of shape note singing. This episode features an archival recording of Orgel Mason and a gospel quartet singing the traditional song “It’s a Mighty Hard Road to Travel.”

OHR Presents: Grace Stormont

Willie Watson

Old Crow Medicine Show founder Willie Watson performs live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park in Mountain View, Arkansas. Also, interviews with Willie Watson, a performance from up and coming folk artist Grace Stormont, Brooks Blevins: Ghost of the Ozarks Tale (part 3,) and Mark Jones' "Vault" segment featuring Almeda Riddle.Willie Watson is a folk singer.  It’s even the title of his latest solo release.  Willie was once part of the popular band Old Crow Medicine Show but has recently embarked on a solo career that finds him singing, playing guitar, banjo and harmonica.  Interpreting tunes from a wide variety of influences including Ledbelly and Charley Jordan among others, Willie proves he’s right where he belongs.Grace Stormont moved to Mountain View, Arkansas to be part of the local music scene.  She has embraced the music community beyond anyone’s expectations (except maybe her own.)  With a powerful voice, a veteran sense of timing and feel, Grace performs with a skill beyond her age of just 15.  She’s also a big Willie Watson fan, so this worked out great.Brooks Blevins provides a native’s view of the people, music, and colorful events that shape the Ozark region.  The author and historian presents the conclusion of his three part series "Ghost of the Ozarks," about the infamous Connie Franklin murder trial.Mark Jones' “From the Vault” segment features a hauntingly beautiful acapella recording of roots music legend Almeda Riddle singing the classic song “Amazing Grace,” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives.

Old Crow Medicine Show founder Willie Watson performs live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park in Mountain View, Arkansas. Also, interviews with Willie Watson, a performance from up and coming folk artist Grace Stormont, Brooks Blevins: Ghost of the Ozarks Tale (part 3,) and Mark Jones' "Vault" segment featuring Almeda Riddle. Willie Watson is a folk singer. It’s even the title of his latest solo release. Willie was once part of the popular band Old Crow Medicine Show but has recently embarked on a solo career that finds him singing, playing guitar, banjo and harmonica. Interpreting tunes from a wide variety of influences including Ledbelly and Charley Jordan among others, Willie proves he’s right where he belongs. Grace Stormont moved to Mountain View, Arkansas to be part of the local music scene. She has embraced the music community beyond anyone’s expectations (except maybe her own.) With a powerful voice, a veteran sense of timing and feel, Grace performs with a skill beyond her age of just 15. She’s also a big Willie Watson fan, so this worked out great. Brooks Blevins provides a native’s view of the people, music, and colorful events that shape the Ozark region. The author and historian presents the conclusion of his three part series "Ghost of the Ozarks," about the infamous Connie Franklin murder trial. Mark Jones' “From the Vault” segment features a hauntingly beautiful acapella recording of roots music legend Almeda Riddle singing the classic song “Amazing Grace,” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives.

OHR Presents:  Willie Watson & Grace Stormont