Rhythm and Roots With Karen Rollason

28/03/2025

Rock n Rollason - Rock n Rollason

Come a-rock-a-roll-a-sing with me at 7pm on Enjoy Radio.

I will be playing your Top 4 Elvis Presley Songs (Week 2) Some great tracks made the cut.

There will also be the usual 'Guess the Lyrics' Feature
and my 'Dedicated Year' in which I will play what was 1, 2 and 3, in the charts
this week - way back when?

7pm-9pm

26/03/2025

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15/03/2025

Exciting News

Another chance to hear this true and chilling tale about Orphan Ann - a Lakeland Lass from Cumberland (now West Cumbria) I will be sharing my research with you, narrating the haunting circumstances surrounding her life, and death. The feature is set to some stunning music which helps to set the scene. You really don't want to miss it. You might not want to listen alone - Tell your friends.

Sunday 16th March 2025 at 7pm - 9pm

02/03/2025

I can't wait to present my Rhythm & Roots Show on Sunday at 5pm on Enjoy Radio. Why? Because I have a great interview coming up with local writer, Tim Stead. You really don't want to miss it. I also have a writing competition for the kids to try and win a copy of Tim's book. I have writing from Caitlyn Callery who responded to my last writing prompt - so be sure to stay tuned for that. I will also be setting a new writing prompt for your all to try too. What a packed show I have in store for you today. Listen to Enjoy Radio at 5pm to hear all about it.

24/02/2025

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Did you know "The Ballroom Blitz" by Sweet, released on September 14, 1973, was inspired by a real-life incident where the band was forced offstage by an unruly crowd in Kilmarnock, Scotland? Written by Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, the track became a defining glam rock anthem with its electrifying guitar riffs, pounding rhythms, and Brian Connolly’s dynamic vocals. The iconic intro—calling out band members by name—adds to its legendary status. The song hit No. 2 in the UK, No. 1 in Canada, and No. 5 in the US, remaining a staple in rock history through films, covers, and pop culture.

21/02/2025

Come help me celebrate my Birthday weekend. It promises to be a great playlist suggested by dedications from you to me. I can't wait to play them. Thank you to all those who who have sent me Birthday Tracks and wishes. There will also be all the usual fun features. Tune in at 7pm on Enjoy Radio

14/02/2025

Bringing you the best love and yes...heartache songs from the 50's & 60s. Join me at 7pm. Friday 14th February on Enjoy Radio.

05/02/2025

Tune into my Rhythm & Roots show on Enjoy Radio at 1pm on Wednesday. Lots of great music which has been chosen to reflect the theme. I will be reading from the old newspapers from 1858, 1870 and 1908. I will also be reading writing from Caitlyn Callery I will also set a new writing prompt. Enjoy with Enjoy Radio.

02/02/2025

Tune into my Rhythm & Roots show on Enjoy Radio at 5pm. Lots of great music which has been chosen to reflect the theme. I will be reading from the old newspapers from 1858, 1870 and 1908. I will also be reading writing from Caitlyn Callery I will also set a new writing prompt. Enjoy with Enjoy Radio.

31/01/2025

After Storm Eowyn took down my broadband last weekend, preventing me from presenting both of my shows, I’m happy to say everything is now back to normal! The first episode of The Featured Artist: Elvis Presley goes live tomorrow night on Enjoy Radio Did the songs you voted for make the final four? Tune in to find out!

27/01/2025

Regular listeners to my Rhythm & Roots Show will be familiar with the writing prompt I set and Caitlyn Callery a regular contributor to my show. Caitlyn responds to my writing prompt and this week will be her 21st contribution. To be honest I don't know how she has time as she is such a busy writer. She has several books available on Amazon. You can find more information on her books here on her website https://www.caitlyncallery.com/

Cailtyn also has a Songbay Account where she posts the lyrics she writes in response to my writing prompt. You can find them here https://songbay.co/portfolio/10811/

If you are a musician interested in adding music to any of Caitlyn's lyrics, you can follow the links on her SongBay account or contact her through me, on [email protected].

She was born in Coventry, England and grew up in Leicestershire, but has lived all her adult life in Sussex, on the Regency Route, which stretches from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells. 

27/01/2025

Unfortunately due to Storm Eowyn, I was unable to present my Rock n Rollason show on Friday and my Rhythm and Roots show on Sunday. Thankfully the engineer has been and restored my broadband so I will be back on the airwaves with Enjoy Radio this week. In my Rock n Rollason show, on Friday, I will be featuring tracks from Elvis Presley as voted by you, the listeners. On my Rhythm & Roots Show, I will be reading from old newspapers. In my Inspired to Write Feature, I will be setting a new writing prompt and reading new song lyrics from Caitlyn Callery who responded to my last writing prompt. Lots to look forward to. Look out for links to more of Caitlyn Callery 's work.

20/01/2025

Please choose your favourite Elvis Presley tracks by adding the corresponding numbers in the comments below. I will play the ones most voted for in my Rock n Rollason show on Enjoy Radio on Friday 24th Jan. As Elvis had so many hits - this show is in two parts so don't worry if your favourite isn't there. It's likely to be in next weeks show. Happy Voting.

19/01/2025

I have a great Rhythm & Roots Show lined up for you today on Enjoy Radio. I will be featuring our very own Sethy LoRusso who presents his Elastic Glam Show all the way from Massachusetts USA. Sethy, also presents on the http://lemonaido.com/ and http://wkkl.fm/. Sethy is the only presenter to present Glam Rock on the Cape Cod. Be sure to tune in to my show to hear about his family history and also the Top 3 Songs from the Soundtrack of His Life. I will also be reading old newspaper articles from the area in which he lives. Great music too from artists born in and around Cape Cod and Massachusetts. So much to entertain you this evening at 5pm-7pm.

15/01/2025

On my Rhythm & Roots Show on Enjoy Radio I read the following poem out. I said I would post the original authors of each line or lines. Here is the poem and the key to who originally wrote each line/lines. The one below was written by a signalman from Corbridge. It was published in the Newcastle Chronicle 19th January 1889. You can read also read it on Find My Past where they have a repository of old newspapers that have been digitalised.

15/01/2025

Why not tune in to my Rhythm & Roots Show at 1pm today - Wednesday. I will be reading from old newspapers and reading new song lyrics from Caitlyn Callery. I will also be setting a new writing prompt. And of course - I have a great playlist to accompany my show. Check it out on Enjoy Radio. You can listen on your desktop, your phone, laptop, tablet and smart speaker. Enjoy.

30/12/2024

The Cumberland Pacquet - September 30th 1863

15/12/2024

Coming up on my Rhythm & Roots Show on Enjoy Radio this evening. 5-7pm.
I will be exploring the history behind some of our best loved Christmas songs and carols.
I also will read articles from old West Cumbrian newspapers which were published in December 1903 and 1918.
And as always - a great playlist to accompany my research.