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American Roots Music

The Mountain Stage Podcast is the complete recording of the entire live show. It features songs that were cut from the radio broadcast, and it is the only place you can hear the full finale song. New episodes become available about 10 days after the premiere broadcast date. We have Spring and Fall seasons of new broadcasts, so if you heard a recent show but don’t see it at the top of the feed, jus... more

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We're firing up the Mountain Stage time machine once again to look back two decades to the year 2006. Host Kathy Mattea revisits sets from The Derek Trucks Band, Bettye LaVette, Soulive (featuring Reggie Watts), Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, and mor... more

This episode was recorded on March 22nd, 2026 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Patrick Watson, John Gorka, Anna Tivel, Shelby Means, and Liza Lo. bit.ly/4vsZEnH

This episode was recorded on April 19th, 2026 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel, John Pizzarelli, Peter Case, Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore, Jedd Hughes. bit.ly/4wLZPMh

This episode was recorded on March 8th, 2026 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Cyril Neville, Deke Dickerson & Los Straitjackets, Sons of Town Hall, Amanda Pascali. bit.ly/3OyzFLX

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Duane Betts
Guitarist and singer, band leader of Palmetto Motel
Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel
Episode: 1,079 - Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel, John Pizzarelli, Peter Case, Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore, Jedd Hughes
John Pizzarelli
Jazz guitarist, vocalist and interpreter of The Great American Songbook
John Pizzarelli
Episode: 1,079 - Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel, John Pizzarelli, Peter Case, Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore, Jedd Hughes
Peter Case
Singer-songwriter, former The Nerves and The Plym Souls member
Peter Case
Episode: 1,079 - Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel, John Pizzarelli, Peter Case, Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore, Jedd Hughes
Mollie O'Brien
Grammy-winning vocalist; part of Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore
Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore
Episode: 1,079 - Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel, John Pizzarelli, Peter Case, Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore, Jedd Hughes
Rich Moore
Multi-instrumentalist; collaborator with Mollie O'Brien
Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore
Episode: 1,079 - Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel, John Pizzarelli, Peter Case, Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore, Jedd Hughes
Abigail Spangler
Backing vocalist with Blue Twisted Steel; solo artist
Abigail Spangler
Episode: 1,079 - Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel, John Pizzarelli, Peter Case, Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore, Jedd Hughes
Bob Thompson
Pianist, featured performer
Mountain Stage
Episode: 1,079 - Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel, John Pizzarelli, Peter Case, Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore, Jedd Hughes
Sons of Town Hall
Josiah Chester Jones and George Ulysses Brown, a duo performing nautical-themed material and theater-influenced storytelling
self-published project; Mad Men Cross the Water podcast linked
Episode: 1,076 - Cyril Neville, Deke Dickerson & Los Straitjackets, Sons of Town Hall, Amanda Pascali
Lily Talmers
Singer-songwriter, solo artist
Independent
Episode: 1,075 - The Steel Wheels, Sam Weber, Peter Holsapple, Lily Talmers, Rylee Bapst Band

Host

Adam Harris; Kathy Matea; David Mayfield; Connor Knighton
Executive Producer; Host of Mountain Stage; Guest host for various episodes; Host and performer background across Mountain Stage and NPR Music affiliations.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 486 ratings
  • Love it!

    This is absolutely one of my favorite podcasts. The music is fantastic each and every week.😃

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gateaux Girl
    United Statesa month ago
  • Mountain stage is sublime

    Amazing depth and variety of musical genres and musicians.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    crabbiecreek
    United Statesa month ago
  • Still going!

    I listened to MS on a local college radio station a few decades ago. I was happy to find that it’s still going and available on podcast. This is music you won’t hear anywhere else.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Remote Professor
    United States2 years ago
  • Mountain Stage Is Wonderful Music

    The Best Two Hours On Radio But The Podcast Is Better Bonus Songs Are The Best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Earl From NY
    United States3 years ago
  • Great show to see live or hear in feed

    I went to Mountain Stage years ago and was very impressed, so I was excited to just learn that there was a podcast version. Check it out for an eclectic selection of music that ranges from Appalachian to zydeco.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zcrab1234
    United States5 years ago

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Fans appreciate the high-quality audio of live-in-concert recordings and the enduring music catalog.
Listeners praise the eclectic live performances and strong storytelling.
Many note the show as a reliable source for discovering new roots and Americana artists.

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Frequently Asked Questions About NPR's Mountain Stage

What is NPR's Mountain Stage about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Live concert storytelling and eclectic roots music are the hallmarks. The show features intimate, high-energy performances spanning Americana, bluegrass, folk, blues, and world influences, often with artists sharing personal anecdotes and behind-the-scenes notes about the music. Episodes frequently highlight cross-genre collaborations, live arrangement explorations, and deep dives into artist backgrounds, making it a rich listening experience for fans of authentic, instrument-driven performances and narrative-driven songs. A standout strength is its consistent emphasis on live dynamics and historical connections to regional music scenes, plus a mix of emerging talents and established veterans that keeps the lineup fresh and historically inf... more

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