Local folk music DJ, promoter and player is honoured with major award.
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When it comes to folk music in Vancouver, Steve Edge has his finger on the pulse.
The local DJ has presented the Saturday Edge show on CiTR Radio UBC since 1985. He co-founded the Rogue Folk Club in 1987 and the organization has showcased all genres of folk and roots music since then. The 2023 season kicks-off with a show by celebrated guitarist and singer/songwriter James Keelaghan on Feb. 11 at the Mel Lehan Hall at St. James Community Square.
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In a ceremony taking place today in Kansas City, Missouri, at the annual Folk Alliance International Conference, Edge will be honoured with the Spirit of Folk award. The citation is given “to honour and celebrate people and organizations actively involved in the promotion and preservation of folk music through their creative work, community building, and demonstrated leadership.”
Edge was an inaugural member of the Folk Alliance International when it was established. This award joins his induction into the British Columbia Entertainment Hall of Fame and Canadian Folk Music awards unsung hero win.
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