It's back! The OWTK Kid's Music Monthly Podcast coming at you fresh with 10 songs representing the best and brightest of modern all-ages alternative family music. New songs this month from The Not-Its!, Pointed Man Band, Gustafer Yellowgold, Okee Dokee Brothers, The Pop Ups, and a few 'oldies' from Frances England, Brady Rymer and more. Check out my <a href= "https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/parenting/g27078319/kids-dance-songs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">kid's music story on Good Housekeeping</a> and read about the the weighty genesis of <a href= "https://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=112003322" target="_blank" rel="noopener">"Le Grand K" by Pointed Man Band</a>. Thanks to the <a href= "https://annenbergcenter.org/events/childfest.php?utm_source=CF&utm_medium=ad&utm_campaign=OWTK" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Philadelphia Children's Festival</a> for supporting this episode. Get more info and buy tickets to the theater, music, magic and more on stage at the Annenberg Center in Philadelphia from May 2-4.

It's back! The OWTK Kid's Music Monthly Podcast coming at you fresh with 10 songs representing the best and brightest of modern all-ages alternative family music. New songs this month from The Not-Its!, Pointed Man Band, Gustafer Yellowgold, Okee Dokee Brothers, The Pop Ups, and a few 'oldies' from Frances England, Brady Rymer and more. Check out my kid's music story on Good Housekeeping and read about the the weighty genesis of "Le Grand K" by Pointed Man Band. Thanks to the Philadelphia Children's Festival for supporting this episode. Get more info and buy tickets to the theater, music, magic and more on stage at the Annenberg Center in Philadelphia from May 2-4.

OWTK Kid's Music Monthly Podcast

April 2019

After 6 1/2 years and 91 episodes, the OWTK Kid's Music Monthly Podcast is...changing. Listen to this special announcement and come back soon for the new version of your favorite indie family music podcast.

After 6 1/2 years and 91 episodes, the OWTK Kid's Music Monthly Podcast is...changing. Listen to this special announcement and come back soon for the new version of your favorite indie family music podcast.

A Special OWTK Podcast Announcement

Lots of new music on this shorter-than-usual episode! Hear new songs from Best Coast, The Not-Its!, Frances England, Mike Phirman, Mister G and more! Enjoy the best and brightest of modern family music.

Lots of new music on this shorter-than-usual episode! Hear new songs from Best Coast, The Not-Its!, Frances England, Mike Phirman, Mister G and more! Enjoy the best and brightest of modern family music.

October 2018

Welcome back! I've missed you and have returned to deliver new music from Frances England, The Not-Its!, Dan Zanes, Red Yarn and more to make your back to school season sound sweet and usher in the start of fall with brilliant new all-ages music. You'll also hear songs by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q0oudqkFy7A" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Oot n Oots</a>, Shine and the Moonbeams, Vered and the Babes, The Pop Ups, The Happy Races and Big Bang Boom. Enjoy!

Welcome back! I've missed you and have returned to deliver new music from Frances England, The Not-Its!, Dan Zanes, Red Yarn and more to make your back to school season sound sweet and usher in the start of fall with brilliant new all-ages music. You'll also hear songs by The Oot n Oots, Shine and the Moonbeams, Vered and the Babes, The Pop Ups, The Happy Races and Big Bang Boom. Enjoy!

September 2018

On this episode of the OWTK Kid's Music Monthly, hear the first single from Best Coast's debut all-ages record, a track from Recess Monkey's new Family Photo Album, plus new songs by Kira Willey, Huck & Lilly, and Lucy Kalantari. In addition to the new tunes, dig into some Shine & the Moonbeams and Alphabet Rockers ahead of their Kidchella gig in Philly this month, and listen to some Joanie Leeds, Johnny Shortcake and Jarebear too. Enjoy the Golden Age of Family Music! *This episode is sponsored by <a href= "http://owtk.com/2018/06/making-the-summer-safer-no-helicopter-parenting-required/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bark Online Social Media Monitoring</a>*

On this episode of the OWTK Kid's Music Monthly, hear the first single from Best Coast's debut all-ages record, a track from Recess Monkey's new Family Photo Album, plus new songs by Kira Willey, Huck & Lilly, and Lucy Kalantari. In addition to the new tunes, dig into some Shine & the Moonbeams and Alphabet Rockers ahead of their Kidchella gig in Philly this month, and listen to some Joanie Leeds, Johnny Shortcake and Jarebear too. Enjoy the Golden Age of Family Music! *This episode is sponsored by Bark Online Social Media Monitoring*

July 2018

I squeeze 11 fantastic songs from 11 fantastic bands and artists into this June 2018 episode of the OWTK Kid's Music Monthly Podcast so I know you and your kids will have a fantastic time listening together. Enjoy new songs from The Pop Ups, Recess Monkey, Gunnar Madsen, The Happy Racers, Josh Lovelace of NEEDTOBREATHE and Mike Phirman, plus oldies from Frances England, Princess Katie and more! Enjoy!

I squeeze 11 fantastic songs from 11 fantastic bands and artists into this June 2018 episode of the OWTK Kid's Music Monthly Podcast so I know you and your kids will have a fantastic time listening together. Enjoy new songs from The Pop Ups, Recess Monkey, Gunnar Madsen, The Happy Racers, Josh Lovelace of NEEDTOBREATHE and Mike Phirman, plus oldies from Frances England, Princess Katie and more! Enjoy!

June 2018

Listen up! Here's the official reveal of the 2018 Kidchella Summer Concert Series lineup! You'll hear a song from each of the wonderful bands coming to Philadelphia's Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse for the 2018 Kidchella Concert Series. <a href= "https://smithplayground.ticketleap.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Get your tickets now!!</a> Thanks to my friends at Kia for supporting Kidchella this year!

Listen up! Here's the official reveal of the 2018 Kidchella Summer Concert Series lineup! You'll hear a song from each of the wonderful bands coming to Philadelphia's Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse for the 2018 Kidchella Concert Series. Get your tickets now!! Thanks to my friends at Kia for supporting Kidchella this year!

2018 Kidchella Special

A MEGA 15-song episode delivered on time and featuring brand new kindie songs by Red Yarn, Josh and the Jamtones, Big Block Singsong, plus new-but-not-brand-new tracks from The Alphabet Rockers, KB Whirly, The Bazillions, Lard Dog and Lucky Diaz! Plus, you'll hear even more great family music this month from Jess Penner, Pointed Man Band, Justin Roberts, Brady Rymer, Sara Lovell, Andrew Best and Bryan Charles Wilson. The best and brightest of modern kids music, all up in your ears. Enjoy. *This episode is sponsored by the <a href= "https://www.annenbergcenter.org/events/childfest.php?utm_source=cf&utm_medium=ad&utm_campaign=OWTK" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Philadelphia Children's Festival</a> featuring 3 days of live theater, music, magic and more at the Annenberg Center this month.

A MEGA 15-song episode delivered on time and featuring brand new kindie songs by Red Yarn, Josh and the Jamtones, Big Block Singsong, plus new-but-not-brand-new tracks from The Alphabet Rockers, KB Whirly, The Bazillions, Lard Dog and Lucky Diaz! Plus, you'll hear even more great family music this month from Jess Penner, Pointed Man Band, Justin Roberts, Brady Rymer, Sara Lovell, Andrew Best and Bryan Charles Wilson. The best and brightest of modern kids music, all up in your ears. Enjoy. *This episode is sponsored by the Philadelphia Children's Festival featuring 3 days of live theater, music, magic and more at the Annenberg Center this month.

May 2018

The best and brightest of modern family music, delivered straight into your ears! Hear new music this month from Lisa Loeb, Chibi Kodama, Josh Lovelace (of NEEDTOBREATHE) with Spirit Family Reunion, Bears and Lions, Jazzy Ash, Karen K, and more! Enjoy!!

The best and brightest of modern family music, delivered straight into your ears! Hear new music this month from Lisa Loeb, Chibi Kodama, Josh Lovelace (of NEEDTOBREATHE) with Spirit Family Reunion, Bears and Lions, Jazzy Ash, Karen K, and more! Enjoy!!

April 2018

Where has the time gone?! Yes, it is true, I'm a little late in delivering this episode but it is so worth the wait! Hear brand new songs from Big Block Singsong, Josh & The Jamtones, Chibi Kodama, Bears & Lions, Lard Dog and a track from the debut family album by NEEDTOBREATHE's Josh Lovelace. Plus, songs from Jack Forman, The Bazillions, Mil's Trills and more. Enjoy. *This episode is sponsored by the amazing book <a href= "http://owtk.com/2018/02/going-into-colorados-longwoods-with-arlo-finch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire by John August and published by Macmillan Children's Books</a>. This is the first in a trilogy for middle grade readers who already love Harry Potter, Percy Jackson and a rich, layered, magical story set. Available now wherever you buy, download or listen to books.

Where has the time gone?! Yes, it is true, I'm a little late in delivering this episode but it is so worth the wait! Hear brand new songs from Big Block Singsong, Josh & The Jamtones, Chibi Kodama, Bears & Lions, Lard Dog and a track from the debut family album by NEEDTOBREATHE's Josh Lovelace. Plus, songs from Jack Forman, The Bazillions, Mil's Trills and more. Enjoy. *This episode is sponsored by the amazing book Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire by John August and published by Macmillan Children's Books. This is the first in a trilogy for middle grade readers who already love Harry Potter, Percy Jackson and a rich, layered, magical story set. Available now wherever you buy, download or listen to books.

March 2018

Short month, long podcast! Enjoy 15 songs this month, including a track from each Grammy nominated children's album this year, from the likes of Randy Kaplan, Doctor Noize, Karen K, Caspar Babypants, the kid's music debut of Shawn Colvin, and so much more! This episode is sponsored by <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/p/BeOQE81FKit/?taken-by=owtk" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire</a>, the new middle grade fantasy by <a href= "http://us.macmillan.com/books/9781626728134" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">John August from Macmillan Publishing</a>, <a href= "http://owtk.com/2018/01/how-to-teach-your-teen-money-management/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Current -- the smart debit card for teens</a>, and <a href= "http://owtk.com/2018/01/a-new-years-resolution-to-change-or-at-least-question-everything-i-think-and-do/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Crest Detoxify Toothpaste</a>.

Short month, long podcast! Enjoy 15 songs this month, including a track from each Grammy nominated children's album this year, from the likes of Randy Kaplan, Doctor Noize, Karen K, Caspar Babypants, the kid's music debut of Shawn Colvin, and so much more! This episode is sponsored by Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire, the new middle grade fantasy by John August from Macmillan Publishing, Current -- the smart debit card for teens, and Crest Detoxify Toothpaste.

February 2018

Happy December! This month, I've got a mixed bag of brand new original holiday tunes and brand new original year-round songs from the best & brightest of modern family music. You and your kids will hear the world premiere of Lard Dog's "Christmas Time Is A Wonderful Time" along with fresh cuts from 2017 Grammy Nominated artists Gustafer Yellowgold and The Alphabet Rockers, new songs from Fire Dog, Twinkle and Paper Canoe Company, plus a lot more! Enjoy this holiday-ish special! *This episode is sponsored by <a href= "http://philadelphiatheatrecompany.org/on-stage/current-season/#princess-concert" target="_blank" rel="noopener">A Dream Is A Wish: Princess Holiday Concert</a>, on stage for one performance only in Philadelphia on December 17th! Get your tickets now!

Happy December! This month, I've got a mixed bag of brand new original holiday tunes and brand new original year-round songs from the best & brightest of modern family music. You and your kids will hear the world premiere of Lard Dog's "Christmas Time Is A Wonderful Time" along with fresh cuts from 2017 Grammy Nominated artists Gustafer Yellowgold and The Alphabet Rockers, new songs from Fire Dog, Twinkle and Paper Canoe Company, plus a lot more! Enjoy this holiday-ish special! *This episode is sponsored by A Dream Is A Wish: Princess Holiday Concert, on stage for one performance only in Philadelphia on December 17th! Get your tickets now!

December 2017 Holiday-ish Special!

I missed October so I'm making it up to you and your kids with an extra-fun, jam-packed November episode overflowing with new songs from The Alphabet Rockers, Jack Forman (of Recess Monkey), KB Whirly, Lard Dog, Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band, Jess Penner, Jazzy Ash, The Bazillions, Mista Cookie Jar and more including Dan Zanes with Chuck D (yeah, THAT Chuck D!). Enjoy!

I missed October so I'm making it up to you and your kids with an extra-fun, jam-packed November episode overflowing with new songs from The Alphabet Rockers, Jack Forman (of Recess Monkey), KB Whirly, Lard Dog, Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band, Jess Penner, Jazzy Ash, The Bazillions, Mista Cookie Jar and more including Dan Zanes with Chuck D (yeah, THAT Chuck D!). Enjoy!  

November 2017

This month I chat with kindie troubadour <a href= "http://www.randykaplan.com/">Randy Kaplan</a> about the origin of his thoughtfully hilarious songs, his love affair with musical theater, how his music shapeshifts in meaning and understanding as our kids grow up, and finally he explain to kids (and some of their parents) who Jack Lemmon was. Throughout the talk, you'll be treated to many Randy Kaplan songs. All that AND this is only Part 1 of my Kindie Conversation with Randy Kaplan! This is so, so good. Enjoy!

This month I chat with kindie troubadour Randy Kaplan about the origin of his thoughtfully hilarious songs, his love affair with musical theater, how his music shapeshifts in meaning and understanding as our kids grow up, and finally he explain to kids (and some of their parents) who Jack Lemmon was. Throughout the talk, you'll be treated to many Randy Kaplan songs. All that AND this is only Part 1 of my Kindie Conversation with Randy Kaplan! This is so, so good. Enjoy!

OWTK Kindie Conversation Series #3 -- Randy Kaplan (Part 1)

We dig a bit deeper into the new Lucky Diaz and Gustafer Yellowgold albums, hear what Jack Forman of Recess Monkey is up to with his debut solo record, get woke by The Alphabet Rockers, and welcome Jess Penner into the kindie music world. Plus so much more. Enjoy a fresh batch of new songs from the Golden Age of Family Music. Enjoy!

We dig a bit deeper into the new Lucky Diaz and Gustafer Yellowgold albums, hear what Jack Forman of Recess Monkey is up to with his debut solo record, get woke by The Alphabet Rockers, and welcome Jess Penner into the kindie music world. Plus so much more. Enjoy a fresh batch of new songs from the Golden Age of Family Music. Enjoy!

September 2017

The OWTK Kid's Music Monthly delivers ten songs showcasing the finest in kindie music past, present, and future. Hosted by Jeff Bogle of OWTK.com and published on the 1st of each month, the OWTK Kid's Music Monthly will serve as your gateway into the Golden Age of Family Music.

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