Greg Trafidlo: Links of Note

Trifolkal: Greg Trafidlo, Laura Pole & Neal Phillips: Web site for the trio -- A farsighted folk trio featuring tight harmonies, fiercely dedicated to fun! I've never enjoyed playing music more than with these two characters.
Neal Phillips: One of the greatest! This guy's music, quirky humor, kindness, intellect, and soul have influenced my life, not just my music, for the better. I wish everyone had a friend like him and every songwriter had a musical partner of his magnitudinous fabulosity.
Laura Pole: Learn more about the multi-talented Laura. Check out her personal web site "Eating For A Lifetime." In addition to being a musician, she is a health-supportive chef and nutrition educator.
Paul Craft: Publisher, co-writer, friend, Nashville songwriting legend... Check out Paul's site to learn about his career and amazing accomplishments.
Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen: I consider Steve a musical mentor. His understanding of the craft has been an inspiration for decades. Not to mention his support of the entire folk community. His work with Cindy will "Stand the Test of Time."
Muriel Anderson: One of the top finger-style guitarists of all time. I'm proud to be a close friend. One of my homies from Downers Grove, Illinois.
David Simpkins: "Original Americana singer/songwriter" David's talent and dedication to songwriting are inspiring.
Fett: A great guy who writes the Tech column in "Performing Songwriter Magazine." If you're looking to do a great Nashville session, check out his Azalea Music Studio in Brentwood. His wife, Nancy Moran, is REALLY a Bitchin' Babe.
SVSA: Southwest Virginia Songwriters' Association: The SVSA offers performance opportunities, evaluation services, instruction, a newsletter, workshops, and monthly meetings.
Two Way Street Coffee House: Folk music every week since 1970! The place for live folk music in my home town, Downers Grove, IL.
The Midnight Special: For over 50 years, there has been a three-hour, spontaneous entertainment program called "The Midnight Special." Original, offbeat and always entertaining, "The Midnight Special" is WFMT's (Chicago's Fine Arts Station - 98.7 FM) weekly aberration of folk music and farce, show tunes and satire, odds and ends, madness and escape. Hosted by Rich Warren.
The Swannanoa Gathering: The Swannanoa Gathering is a series of week-long music workshops each July and August at Warren Wilson College in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina.
Summersongs: Week-long songwriters' camps to encourage and support the work of songwriters.
Folk Era Records: Folk Era is the largest independent folk label in the Chicagoland area ... roster of albums includes both reissues and new releases from legends like The Kingston Trio, Glenn Yarbrough, The Brothers Four, John Stewart, and the Chad Mitchell Trio. ... Not being content to simply rest on the hit acts of yesterday, though, we've continued to work with younger folk acts ... [from their web site]
Rediscover Music: Rediscover Music is the mail order house for Folk Era Records and Wind River Records.

Co-Writers

Barbara Martin: One of my favorite people! What a voice, talent, performer, songwriter, and all around great friend. She does blues proud.
Denise Jordan Finley: Her musical energy is thrilling. Killer alternate tuning guitarist who writes with a heart as big as New York.
Mary Gordon Hall: An exceptional song writer with a gorgeous voice. Her observant lyrics capture those perfect moments in everyday life.
Amy Fradon: A voice the angels would envy. A seasoned professional folk singer who has played with the best of them. What a singer, what a spirit!
Rick Gordon: Hello, Mr. Chops. I'm proud to write with this versatile session guitarist who has played with musical giants: Delbert McClinton and Walter Hyatt to name just two. He also shares the funniest jokes in cyberspace.
Paddy Dougherty: Paddy has a "bold, polished voice and poetic song writing style."

Other Musical Friends

Dean Milano: Dean Milano's musical sensibilities, humor and craftsmanship are a breath of life to the singer-songwriter world. For years, his chops have been the backbone of some of Chicago's premier bands. His first solo album "Songs About Stuff" is his turn to show us his insightful writing, quirky humor, and tasty arranging that have made him the "go to" guy for decades. Check out the "My Music" section of his web site.
Robert Matter: Though Robert Matter is neither Greek nor a sailor, he's got the hat. Oh, by the way, his music is a reflection of Robert's soul and sensitivity. Check out his web site.
Wiggle In The Road Records: Kent Maxson is a writer's writer who has had a greater influence on me than I even realized. The song Dirt which he wrote with my friend, the late Kin Vassey, has been a Trifolkal crowd pleaser for over a decade.

Gear

The Martin Guitar Company
Breezy Ridge Instruments, Home of John Pearse Strings