May 30, 2006

A live performance by Grace Potter and the Nocturnals kicks off Vermont Public Radio's new weekly online series of new music. VPR is collaborating with public radio station WXPN to stream live performances from the WXPN performance studios every Friday afternoon at 12 noon. The stream will feature live performances from artists creating a buzz on the new music scene.

"Many listeners have asked for more new music on VPR," says Jody Evans, VPR's Director of Programming.

This rising young band from Vermont is fast gaining national attention by selling out shows and stealing the hearts of audiences across the country. VPR is streaming online a live performance from Philadelphia the band is giving in the studios of public radio station WXPN.

Spend your Friday lunch break with Grace Potter and the Nocturnals.

Listen online as VPR streams a live performance from one of Vermont's rising young bands. Grace Potter and the Nocturnals perform a blend of roots, funky blues, gospel and rock. Friday's live stream kicks off a weekly online series featuring live performances from the best in new music. Hear Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, in a live performance stream, Friday at noon, online at vpr dot net.

VPR can be heard at 107.9 FM in Burlington, 89.5 FM in Windsor, 88.7 FM in Rutland, 88.5 FM in St. Johnsbury, 94.3 FM in Bennington, 92.5 in Manchester, 94.5 in Brattleboro, 95.3 in Middlebury and online at vpr.net.