Countermelody

Recent Episodes

Episode 436. Adelaide Hall, Sophisticated Lady

Posted February 10, 2026 • 01:09:23

Adelaide Hall (1901 – 1993), entertainer extraordinaire, really had it all: voice, talent, beauty, dancing chops, charisma, joie de vivre...

Episode 435. Tina and the Expats

Posted February 6, 2026 • 01:38:13

I first published this episode two and a half years ago in June 2023, in commemoration of the death of the great Tina Turner. As always when I take...

Episode 434. Inez Matthews Sings Schubert (and More!)

Posted February 3, 2026 • 00:57:52

To kick off Black History Month 2026 (which, contrary to the current US administration, is still a thing, and not just on Countermelody, either!),...

Episode 433. Lois Marshall Revisited

Posted January 30, 2026 • 01:34:44

Yesterday, January 29th, was the 101st anniversary of the birth of the Canadian soprano (later mezzo) Lois Marshall. Marshall was in so many ways a...

Episode 432. Dan Picks YET AGAIN!

Posted January 26, 2026 • 01:42:49

One of the things about my podcast that brings me the greatest joy is when I can introduce my listeners to a wide range of singers that need to...