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The Kody Norris Show, Palmyra, And Steep Canyon Rangers on The Best of Pickin

Americana music lovers are going to have a great few weeks this Spring with a plethora of artists who are passing through Southeast Virginia. Artists slated to appear in the region include The Steep Canyon Rangers, Alison Krauss and Union Station featuring Sam Bush, Virginia based band Palmyra, and Yonder Mountain. We'll also hear from perennial Union Station member Dan Tyminski and his "God Fearing Heathen" Solo release. Also, a track from one of the hottest bands out on the circuit right now- The Kody Norris Show. The band, well known for their Nudie Suit style, is out on an extended spring and summer tour with several stops in Virginia and North Carolina. The group's latest release is "High Falutin Hillbilly" which came out in 2025. They also released a wonderful cover of the holiday classic " Santa Claus is Coming to Town" last December. Also, music from Mumford and Sons, Charley Crockett, Fast Track, James King, and many others. A real good reason to stay home on Friday night- with The Best of Pickin. Join us at 10pm here on 89.5

Barry Graham used to arrive at WHRO with a briefcase full of papers and lesson plans. For 32 years he taught US and Virginia Government in the Virginia Beach Public Schools. While teaching was always his first love, radio was a close second. While attending Old Dominion, Barry was program director at WODU, the college radio station. After graduating, he came to WHRO as an overnight announcer. Originally intending to stay on only while completing graduate school, he was soon hooked on Public Radio and today is the senior announcer on WHRV. In 2001, Barry earned his Ph.D in Urban Studies by writing a history of WHRO and analyzing its impact upon local education, policy and cultural arts organizations.