About NewGrass Valley
NewGrass Valley brings the soul of folk and bluegrass to Wichita, Kansas and listeners everywhere. Expect acoustic roots music, heartfelt songwriting, and the authentic sounds of American folk traditions — from traditional bluegrass picking and singing to the contemporary folk-roots artists carrying these traditions into the 21st century. The station draws its name and spirit from the 'newgrass' movement that expanded bluegrass's musical vocabulary while honoring its traditional foundations, and its programming embraces that same spirit of respectful innovation. New and established artists share the playlist, giving listeners both the classic recordings that defined the genre and the current voices shaping its evolution. Wichita may sit on the prairie rather than in the mountains, but NewGrass Valley proves that great acoustic music speaks to listeners everywhere. Tune in for the authentic, acoustic heartbeat of American folk and bluegrass music.