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Thacker Mountain Radio Hour blends literature and live music in a unique, intimate format rooted in Oxford, Mississippi. Since its debut on October 15, 1997, the show has become a staple for fans of storytelling, original songs, and thoughtful performances. Hosted in venues around Oxford and touring the Southeast, the program features author readings, visiting musicians, and the house band, the Yalobushwhackers. This page provides a concise biography, highlights from their discography, and upcoming tour information to help you secure your seats with confidence.

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Founded by Caroline Herring, Bryan Ledford, and Richard Howorth, Thacker Mountain Radio Hour celebrates 25 years on air (2022) and has earned recognition such as the Mississippi Governor’s Award for Broadcast Excellence (2005) and a Mississippi Institute of Arts and Letters Citation of Merit (2017). View the current touring schedule below and follow the official channels for the latest updates. We’ve got you covered for tickets, with straightforward, no-nonsense service that helps you get to the show you want.

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Quick Facts About Thacker Mountain Radio Hour

  • Founded October 15, 1997 by Caroline Herring, Bryan Ledford, and Richard Howorth; named after the Thacker Mountain fire observation tower near Oxford.
  • Format combines literature and music: author readings plus performances by visiting musicians and the house band, the Yalobushwhackers.
  • Home base in Oxford, Mississippi; broadcasts from The Powerhouse Arts Center with occasional shows at Lyric Oxford Theatre or Off Square Books.
  • Notable awards include the Mississippi Governor’s Award for Broadcast Excellence (2005) and a Mississippi Institute of Arts and Letters Citation of Merit (2017); celebrated 25 years on air in October 2022.
  • Season cadence includes about 12 shows in spring and 12 in fall, plus 5–6 “on the road” shows each year across the Southeast; show archive is available on Spotify.
  • Social media and streaming presence are active; show archive is published on Spotify and connected to Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube.

Founded by Caroline Herring, Bryan Ledford, and Richard Howorth, Thacker Mountain Radio Hour celebrates 25 years on air (2022) and has earned recognition such as the Mississippi Governor’s Award for Broadcast Excellence (2005) and a Mississippi Institute of Arts and Letters Citation of Merit (2017). View the current touring schedule below and follow the official channels for the latest updates. We’ve got you covered for tickets, with straightforward, no-nonsense service that helps you get to the show you want.

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