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Sweet brings a 'Ballroom Blitz' to the Egyptian Theater
Stevie Stewart, bassist and vocalist for the rock band Sweet Sweet helped define glam rock with unforgettable hits like “Ballroom Blitz,” “Fox on the Run,” and “Love Is Like Oxygen.” More than 50 years on, the band’s music continues to reach new generations with its mix of rock and roll, theatrical flair, and fun. Ahead of Sweet’s November 6–8 shows at Park City’s Egyptian Theater, bassist and vocalist Stevie Stewart joins us to talk about the band’s enduring appeal and its glam-rock roots.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: The cast of 'Finding Nemo, Jr.'
The Egyptian Youth Theatre is heading into the big blue world with its production of "Finding Nemo Jr." Director Janelle and young cast members Perry, Isabella, Flynn and Sierra talk about stepping into the roles of Nemo, Marlin, Professor Ray, Crush and Dory, and what they’ve learned during weeks of rehearsals.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Kate Chanson, Shannon Runyon and Rylee McDonald
Community Campfire gets ready to rock as Kate Chanson, Shannon Runyon, and Rylee McDonald stop by for this week’s Music Sesh and a preview of Mountain Town Music’s Celebration of Southern Rock at The Marquis Park City. The concert brings together an all-star cast of local and Utah musicians to celebrate the songs and artists that helped define Southern rock. Kate, who serves as line producer for the show, shares what goes into bringing such a large group of local performers together.
The Community Campfire | October 16, 2026
This week, Amber takes a walk through the North Fields for a closer look at the land, the people who care for it, and the future they hope to protect.Then, Andrea sits down with Vicki Plumb, who has volunteered in Summit County Jail for three years and shares how it has impacted her life.Coach Skinner digs into Park City High School volleyball, and sports intern Matthew Traub has the latest updates on local sports.And our musical sesh features musicians Lil & Warren, who stopped by The Local...
The Community Campfire | September 25, 2026
This week, Andrea sits down with Heather Manson to discuss grief and turning pain into purpose. Coach Skinner welcomes Park City Outliers hockey team General Manager Kevin McCloskey and team captain Erick Bachtle as they get set to drop the puck on a new season.
Classic Rock All Stars hit Main Street in local benefit concert
Tonight, classic rock takes over The Marquis on Main Street and it’s all for a good cause. The Classic Rock All Stars are bringing the music of Led Zeppelin, Queen, Pink Floyd, The Who, the Rolling Stones and more to Park City for a one-night-only benefit concert. Net proceeds will support three local youth organizations: the Park City Education Foundation, Park City Ski & Snowboard and Park City Swimming Boosters.
Miners prevail over Provo Bulldogs in a rare Monday night encore
The Park City Miners won their Monday night game, prevailing 22-21 against the Provo High Bulldogs. Friday’s game was rescheduled to Monday, after lightning caused multiple weather delays. The Miners were trailing the Bulldogs 7-0 late in the second quarter when lightning forced the second delay of the evening and officials suspended play. Resuming Monday with about 3 minutes left in the half, the Bulldogs executed a quick drive to bring the score to 14-0 at the end of the first half.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Wakely
Singer-songwriter Jack Wakely joins the Community Campfire to talk about the story behind his project Wakely, a name borrowed from his grandmother’s maiden name, and his album “Kind Eyes,” a collection of songs rooted in love, comfort and connection. Wakely shares how studying at Berklee College of Music changed the way he approaches songwriting and introduced him to musicians who remain collaborators today.
LIVE from the KPCW Studios: Rich Wyman
In this conversation, Rich traces his journey from growing up in Pennsylvania and playing piano since childhood to landing in Park City after a ski trip and building a decades-long career in its local venues. He recalls how a chance encounter with Eddie Van Halen at a Park City gig led to studio sessions in Los Angeles and a record deal in the Netherlands, ultimately shaping a life that now balances six months of touring with six months at home.
The Community Campfire | August 7, 2026
This week on The Community Campfire, we're celebrating the remarkable people whose passion, creativity and adventurous spirit make the Wasatch Back such a special place to call home. • Andrea Buchanan sits down with Natalie Hall and Alex Regnald of the Kimball Art Center, along with KPCW Office Manager and Kimball Arts Festival volunteer Jo Horlick, for a behind-the-scenes look at the 57th Kimball Arts Festival.
LIVE from the the KPCW studio: Tony Oros
Tony Oros performing live in the KPCW studio On this Community Campfire Musical Sesh, veteran cover musician Tony Oros talks about his journey from Chicago to Hollywood to the stages of Park City. Tony shares how a six-week gig in Salt Lake City turned into a lifelong Utah home, his niche as the go-to “Gringo music” guy in Mexico and why he’s shifted from ‘80s wig-and-costume tributes to more soulful cover work.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Alec Whitaker of Rally
Alec Whitaker, lead singer of the band Rally, performing in the KPCW studio Rally has become one of Utah's rising indie bands, blending catchy melodies with a laid-back, surf-rock-inspired sound. Lead singer Alec Whitaker joins The Community Campfire to share how the band came together, the inspiration behind their music, and why Utah's local music scene continues to thrive. He also talks about Rally's latest songs, upcoming performances, and the stories behind the music.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Dr. Bob
Dr. Bob founder Jeffrey Howery joins The Community Campfire to look back on 44 years of making music in Park City. Howery traces the band’s roots to 1982, when he and Betsy Connor returned from New York and started Dr. Bob in a house on Park Avenue, after earlier years playing locally with the Barney Fife Band. Howery also reflects on his time as a journalist and editor at Rolling Stone, his eight-hour encounter with gonzo writer Hunter S.
Live from the KPCW studio: The cast of 'Shrek Jr.'
Foster Maziarz as Shrek with Keira Kolander as adult Fiona; Emma Swisher and Kaia Swisher as young and teenage Fiona This week's Campfire Music Sesh features members of the Egyptian Youth Theater cast of Shrek Jr. performing live in the KPCW studio.
The Community Campfire | July 10, 2026
For fifty years, William Nixon helped shape the words of presidents, senators and global leaders.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Far From It
Liam Given and Beckham White of the band Far From It performing in the KPCW studio Utah-based indie rock duo of Liam Given and Beckham White, Far From It, talk about forming the band, blending their shared musical influences, and recording their debut album, "The Contender." They discuss how months of long-distance collaboration led to a heavier, genre-bending indie rock sound and preview their upcoming summer tour across Utah.
The Community Campfire | July 3, 2026
In celebration of America's 250th birthday, Park City Museum curator Courtney Titus highlights how our mountain community comes together on Main Street to celebrate, mourn, or even protest.Then, Memorial Hill in Midway has evolved from a quiet hillside into a moving tribute to Heber Valley's veterans, thanks in part to the efforts of Vietnam veteran Terry Edwards and other dedicated community members.And Brett Thorpe, lead singer of the Boise-based band Sunsmith, shares how reggae, hip-hop,...
Reggae meets hip-hop, good vibes in the Wasatch Back
Brett Thorpe, lead singer of the Boise-based band Sunsmith, shares how reggae, hip-hop, ska, and punk came together to shape the band's signature sound, along with the story behind their uplifting music. They will be performing at Flanagan's on Main Street in Park City July 3 and at Snowbasin Resort July 4.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Susie Brown
From opening for country music's biggest stars to writing a Billboard Top-15 hit, Susie Brown has built a career rooted in exceptional songwriting and musicianship. A former Warner Bros. recording artist and lead singer of The JaneDear Girls, Brown has shared the stage with Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Carrie Underwood, and Jason Aldean, while her music has appeared on The Voice and the Hart of Dixie.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Bryon Friedman
Musician Bryon Friedman For four years, Park City native, former World Cup skier, and musician Bryon Friedman has been bringing the community together to celebrate the changing seasons, and this year’s Summer Solstice gathering continues the tradition with an evening of live music on a private ranch along the Weber River in Peoa.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Dominick Antonelli
Fort Collins-based musician Dominick Antonelli stopped by The Community Campfire for an in-studio performance As a teenager searching for a way to process life's challenges, Fort Collins-based musician Dominic Antonelli discovered alternate guitar tunings and found not only a unique musical voice, but a path that now connects instrumental music, healing, and hope as he tours in support of his new album, "The Only Road Home." Dominick stopped by the Campfire and performed "Thank You Teacher"...
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Saemore
After realizing acting wasn't her true path, Sadie Mortensen, better known as Saemore, followed her passion for music, creating her debut album "Lucky Woman" in just nine months while developing a distinctive indie-Western sound influenced by everyone from Johnny Cash to spaghetti-Western film scores.
Methylation-based ctDNA monitoring in metastatic breast cancer during CDK4/6 inhibitor therapy
Abstract Circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) enables minimally invasive treatment monitoring, yet the clinical validity of longitudinal ctDNA surveillance in metastatic breast cancer remains incompletely defined.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Alicia Stockman
For Alicia Stockman, the road home has been a long one. The Heber City singer-songwriter returns to The Community Campfire to share the story behind her new album, "Homebound," a collection of songs that reflects years of growth, heartbreak, self-discovery, and finding her own voice as an artist. Along the way, she talks about building a backyard concert series, recording the album near Nashville, and learning to value meaningful connections with listeners over streaming numbers.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Dylan Cotrone
Florida singer-songwriter Dylan Cotrone talks about his viral rise on TikTok, his “sun-soaked” sound inspired by bands like Sublime and Sugar Ray, and the stories of small-town life that shape his music. He performs "Florida California (State of Mind)" and his new release "Whoa Nelly" in the KPCW studio.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: David Park
Internationally acclaimed violinist David H. Park in studio at KPCW Renowned violinist David Park has performed in prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall and faraway places like North Korea. He joins "The Community Campire" to highlight his upcoming concert at the Eccles Center May 18 and a masterclass at Park City High School. Along with Lori Decker Whiteley, managing director of Excellence in the Community, they have a mission to bring free concerts to underserved communities, funded by grants.
LIVE from the KPCW Studio: The cast of 'Something Rotten! Jr.'
Performed and crewed by Egyptian YouTheatre students, "Something Rotten! Jr." will be at the Egyptian Theatre May 8 and 9. Musical Director Amy Livingston and cast members Izzy Janmohamed and Foster Maziarz join the show to give a preview of the performance. Showtimes: Friday, May 8 @ 5pm Saturday, May 9 @ 1pm Friday, May 9 @ 5pm MORE CAMPFIRE: Before the sun rise: Olympic hopefuls train on the ice at the Park City Ice Arena
The Community Campfire | May 01, 2026
Before sunrise at the Park City Ice Arena, skaters are already at work. In this piece by Andrea Buchanan, Olympic hopefuls train with focus and precision, balancing big dreams with the excitement of an upcoming spring show. (04:10) Then step into the woods and uncover a hidden world. On a whimsical mushroom hunt in the Wasatch Back, Amber Borowski Johnson explores fungi, curiosity and obsession while picking up simple tips for beginners ready to look a little closer.
KPCW Keeps Jazz Alive for International Jazz Day
We welcome back Rich Rector, host of Rich Tones Curated Jazz, for a conversation rooted in rhythm, history and a deep love of the genre. Rector shares how he curated each show during his four years on KPCW, the inspiration behind his themes and what continues to draw him to jazz. The conversation also highlights International Jazz Day and why it matters—both globally and here in the Wasatch Back.
Kris Lager is on a quest to lift spirits through singing and dancing
Kris Lager is a blues/soul/Americana musician out of Omaha, Nebraska. He returns to The Community Campfire to talk about touring in various mountain towns and shares his favorite on-the-road meals. We hear "The Little Things" and "There Ain't Nothin' (That Can Get in My Way)" off his album, "Black Dirt Troubadour."
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Peech.
Back where it all began, Park City native Peech. returns to the KPCW studio with his band, reflecting on a journey that started in a makeshift sauna-turned-studio and grew into a full live sound rooted in folk and country. Alongside longtime collaborators Adam Banks and Julian Ray, he shares how friendship and creative trust helped shape his evolution as an artist.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Mike Rogers
Mike Rogers performing in-studio for The Community Campfire A chance meeting with Robert Redford pulled Boston musician Mike Rogers to Park City, where decades of bartending gigs, piano bars, and jam bands turned into a life built on music, community, and storytelling.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Carlyle Griffin, Terri Jo Box, and Emma Zinck
Nashville songwriters Emma Zinck, Terri Jo Box, and Carlyle Griffin share how their friendship grew out of Nashville’s writers’ round scene before bringing that campfire-style storytelling to Utah’s Fire Round. Each performs an original song—Emma’s bold “Unapology,” Terri Jo’s radio-bound “What If We Don’t,” and Carlyle’s reflective “Memories, Money and Mistakes”—showing how three distinct voices can blend into one shared night of songs and stories.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Mountain Town Band
Jon Kolon, a retired Park City dentist, discovered songwriting while serving in the Navy and slowly turned those stories—from barstools, dental chairs, and small-town life—into the heart of the Mountain Town Band. Alongside his wife Kim, who unexpectedly found joy keeping the beat on cajón, the group grew into a laid-back Americana trio with guitarist Michael Louis Austin that thrives on spontaneity, often performing together without rehearsal.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Owen Quincy
Artist Owen Quincy at the KPCW Studios Returning to the KPCW studios is Owen Quincy, who talks about his recent performances, classical/opera background, and the concept behind his album Lyre Man, which is inspired by a Schubert song cycle and features unusual instruments like the hurdy-gurdy. Owen discusses his influences, his move to San Francisco where he teaches music, and his efforts to translate fully produced songs into compelling solo live performances.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Mel Soul
Singer-songwriter Mel Soul performs in the KPCW studio Singer-songwriter Mel Soul traces her journey from Orem open mics to finding a creative home in Park City, sharing how a difficult chapter in Nashville ultimately gave her music new depth and direction. She performs “My Turn,” the heart of a new Utah-inspired musical she began writing during a Colorado residency, and closes with a powerful song about forgiveness and resilience drawn from her own teenage heartbreak.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: The Last Wild Buffalo
Four longtime friends who grew up playing music together gather in the KPCW studio as The Last Wild Buffalo, sharing how road trips, college years, and even a summer gigging in Alaska helped shape their high-energy folk-Americana sound. Between laughter and stories about how the band came together, they talk about recording their upcoming album "Still Here Somehow," their first fully collaborative project.
KPCW hosts a tribute to Bob Weir and the Dead's living history
Mitch Elliott and KPCW's resident "deadhead" Frank Lynch honor the late Bob Weir with a deep dive into the music and legacy of the Grateful Dead.
LIVE from the KPCW studio: Shannon Runyon
Park City singer-songwriter Shannon Runyon joins the crew for a conversation about community, creativity, and letting music lead the way. She shares the story behind her sound — and debuts the brand-new original songs, "I Got It" and "Heartbreak Song."
LIVE from the KPCW studio: John Elwood Morgan
Americana folk singer-songwriter John Elwood Morgan discusses his musical journey from growing up in Tooele to spending several formative years in South Carolina, where the roots and folk scenes helped shape his sound. Now based in Logan and studying music therapy at Utah State University, Morgan reflects on finding his voice as a solo artist and the supportive songwriting community in Utah.
The Community Campfire | December 26, 2025
This week, Andrea Buchanan gets to the bottom of one of the coolest traditions in Park City called the Christmas Park City Martini Party. Then, Amber Johnson shares her favorite story of the year involving a devastating diagnosis, a miraculous reunion and the healing power of community. And Mitch Elliott highlights three of the musical artists we brought in-studio this year. Plus, we wrap up the year with plenty of fun facts, community events, and the Campfire Kids.
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