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The Sangamon Valley Roots Revival features sixty minutes of the roots of American music.From jumpin’ blues, western swing and hillbilly bop of the 1940’s to the rockabilly of the 1950’s and the Bakersfield twang of the 1960’s, the roots revival covers all of the musical styles that would converge into mid-century rock and roll. Enjoy classic cuts from the original artists and even more from modern day purveyors of the genre. Whether you love Hank Williams, Elvis or the Old 97’s, you’ll hear it all on the SVRR.Contact Sean Burns

The Scene Is Visited By Sean Burns Of Bedrock 66

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Scott Faingold

Published July 21, 2016 at 3:31 PM CDT

This week Scott and Rachel talk with Sean Burns. He's been booking roots and Americana music in the area for nearly 20 years and founded the Bedrock 66 Live! concert series which has been sponsored by NPR Illinois. He tells us about the very first Bedrock music festival happening this weekend in conjunction with DSI's Downtown Bacon Throwdown in downtown Springfield.

Listen to THE SCENE!

Scott shared a song by Alan Vega, 'Punk's Jewish Godfather' - Vega passed away recently.

Rachel suggests checking out Diane Coffee - perfect tune-age for your summer jamming out sessions:

Nikki Lane is head-lining the Bedrock festival you heard about, here is a song: