Eaux Hey: An Eaux Claires Festival podcast from The Current

Reports from the thick of the Eaux Claires Music & Arts Festival, a unique event that isn’t even going to announce its lineup. The Current is the only radio station to broadcast live from the festival, and our staff will be sharing updates on the crazy collaborations and unforgettable moments - including informed commentary, crowd reactions, and interviews with musicians performing at Eaux Claires.

Phil Cook on the spirit of Eaux Claires

Phil Cook tells Brian and Jill about how Eaux Claires reflects the spirit of a summer camp.

07-10
07:34

What just happened?

Jay and Cecilia recap Saturday night's performances and reflect on the Eaux Claires festival as a whole this year.

07-10
25:32

Pussy Riot interview

Nadya Tolokonnikova, one of the founders of Pussy Riot, speaks with Cecilia about political prisoner Oleg Sentsov, that shout-out from Janelle Monae, and what punk should sound like today.

07-10
12:10

Har Mar Superstar jumps in

Har Mar Superstar tells Brian and Jill about why Eaux Claires is special, who he's looking forward to seeing, and where he hopes to find a rave.

07-07
02:35

A conversation in the car

The Current's Anna Reed tells Jay about her favorite Eaux Claires food and drink, and revisits some of Friday's unforgettable musical experiences.

07-07
08:12

Sharon Van Etten interview

Sharon Van Etten joins Oake & Riley on-air to talk about experiencing her first Eaux Claires, acting on Netflix show 'The OA,' and returning to the stage for her first live set in 15 months.

07-07
07:13

Hrrrbek?

Mac Wilson tells Brian and Jill what's up with Justin Vernon's masked project that has a name oddly similar to that of a Minnesota baseball great.

07-07
05:57

From New York to the woods of Wisconsin

Carmel Holt from WFUV stops by to describe what it's like to come from a New York radio station to the woods of Wisconsin for Eaux Claires.

07-07
07:06

Kevin Morby says hi

Kevin Morby stops by to say hi after his joyous afternoon set, and Jay surprises him with some news about what happened in the crowd during his performance.

07-07
03:11

Coffee IV Eaux Claires

Dogwood Coffee owner Dan Anderson tells Jay about the special blend he whipped up for Eaux Claires attendees and artists.

07-07
05:12

Aaron Dessner interview

Eaux Claires co-creator Aaron Dessner joined Oake and Riley on the air to talk about the spirit of the fest.

07-07
08:24

Fewer people means more room to breathe.

Some folks are saying that this year's lower attendance makes IV a less significant festival. Cecilia begs to differ.

07-07
02:15

The view from Camp Eaux

As Eaux Claires campers wake up to a beautiful Saturday morning, they tell Jay about their experiences on Friday.

07-07
06:05

Channy Leaneagh interview

Between sets, Channy Leaneagh sat down with Cecilia to talk about reading from Walt Whitman, toggling between background singer and frontperson, and fishing.

07-07
06:02

Gordi interview

Australian artist Gordi talks about "musical decathlons," indoor vs. outdoor shows, and her role as an EXC artist-in-residence with Cecilia Johnson.

07-06
07:16

Jenn Wasner interview

Jenn Wasner of Wye Oak tells Jay about why Eaux Claires is special, and how the band were officially named cultural ambassadors of the State of Maryland via their connection to the original Wye Oak tree.

07-06
06:34

Opening Ceremony

Eaux Claires IV has begun! Jay tells Mac about the opening ceremony, featuring the Iron Boy Singers.

07-06
02:43

Cheers IV beer

New Belgium and the Brewing Projekt teamed up on a new hazy pale ale called "IV" just for this year's festival. Mac Wilson tells us all about it.

07-06
03:59

Low interview

Alan Sparhawk and Mimi Parker of Low tell Jay about their late-night set plans, the Duluth-Eau Claire connection, and a festival encounter with Iggy Pop.

07-06
07:10

The line-up is here!

We're on-site at Eaux Claires IV, and we nabbed a copy of the field guide. Here are Jay and Cecilia -- plus a special guest -- to let you in on who's playing the fest.

07-06
04:16

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