KUAF Live Sessions

Joplin indie rock band Me Like Bees talks with KUAF's Daniel Caruth about the viral video for "Bless My Bones," their new single "Misery Machine" and what it means to build a career from a smaller city.

Los Angeles–born sisters, Trio Hermanitas Álvarez, share their musical journey from Mexico to Northwest Arkansas, performing mariachi classics and inspiring a new generation through their new mariachi academy in Rogers.

Musician Deaja Monet joins Ozarks at Large’s Sophia Nourani to discuss her start in music, working together with local collaboration and performing original songs like “By the Way” at the Fayetteville Public Library.

On today's show, we learn that land prices across Arkansas are either increasing or holding steady, and longtime landowners are taking notice. We also hear about a new feature film shot entirely in Northwest Arkansas that is giving audiences a rare look at the state through its own lens. Plus, another KUAF Live Session, this time featuring Deaja Monet.

TIESHA, a native Arkansan, sat down with Sophia Nourani to talk about bending genres. She also discusses the image of a cowboy has emerged in her songwriting as a way to discuss grief.

On today's show, we learn about a $11.7 million boost to maternal health in Arkansas. We also examine the results of technological growth. Plus, a new KUAF Live Sessions performance.

People of all ages across the region came together as the city of Fort Smith hosted a parade celebrating two hometown heroes' NBA championship win. We bring you the story in today’s show. Plus, we investigate what it means to be an influencer on a local level. Also, the latest headlines from the River Valley with Michael Tilley from Talk Business and Politics.

KUAF Live Sessions present Squirrel Flower at the Fayetteville Public Library. You can watch the performance and interview on our YouTube channel.

The first cohort of students at the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine begins their educational journey. On today's show, we take a tour of the new facilities. Plus, a roast and toast of then-governor Frank White. Plus, an interview with Squirrel Flower from a recent KUAF Live Session.

If you’re an NPR Tiny Desk enthusiast, there’s a chance you’ve heard of Cinder Well. Amelia Baker is the person behind music, and she recently came to the Firmin-Garner Performance Studio for a KUAF Live Session. OAL’s Daniel Caruth spoke with her about her newest album, "Cadence."