Friday Special Blend
Friday January 9th, 2026 with Susan Johnston. Gianluca Petti.
Music and more music. Getting ready for tomorrow's live broadcast at Le Fab sur Mill, and for tonight's Friday Night Folk.

In our first hour, Chris White will join us to talk about the amazing bands joining us tomorrow at CKCU's live broadcast of Canadian Spaces and The Back 40. Event details: Sat. Jan. 10. 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. La Fab sur Mill. 8 chemin Mill, Chelsea, Featuring performances by: * The Artichoke Hearts * Kate Weekes and James Stephens * Benj Rowland * Brian Sanderson * MacIsaac and MacKenzie * Jim Bryson * Jill Rick * Paige Roy * The Fieldville String Band * Kate Greenland * Matt Selic and Rukustodian with CKCU hosts Teresa Bandrowska, Chris White, Ron Moores and Al Surmachynski CKCU FM has been connecting musicians with the community for more than 50 years. Drop by La Fab sur Mill at 8 chemin Mill in Chelsea on Saturday, January 10th any time between 10 am and 1 pm to catch a live broadcast of CKCU's popular programs, 'Canadian Spaces' and 'The Back 40'. Join the audience to cheer on 10 musical acts and meet some of your favourite CKCU hosts. Snacks, beverages and door prizes will be available, and the building will be open for tours of the artist studios, pottery studio, art gallery and gift shop. This is a free, fun, family-friendly event. La Fab is a beautiful space that hosts numerous community events and activities. Their website is www.lafabsurmill.ca. Next, we'll hear from Kentucky, who'll play at Friday Night Folk tonight along with Loch Nisse Monster and Matt Gower.