Eli Smith is an extraordinary musician who honors a tradition of what he prefers to call “old time” or “Down Ho” music, which most people would describe it as folk music. Eli is highly acclaimed for his work as a banjo player, with his band “The Down Hill Strugglers.” He is also the founder of the Brooklyn Folk Festival. He joined Lois via Zoom to discuss his music and songs. 

Plus we'll hear from two Atlanta drag queens who host the Wussy Magazine podcast, "Good Judy."

Eli Smith is an extraordinary musician who honors a tradition of what he prefers to call “old time” or “Down Ho” music, which most people would describe it as folk music. Eli is highly acclaimed for his work as a banjo player, with his band “The Down Hill Strugglers.” He is also the founder of the Brooklyn Folk Festival. He joined Lois via Zoom to discuss his music and songs.&nbsp;Plus we'll hear from two Atlanta drag queens who host the Wussy Magazine podcast, "Good Judy."

Discover the best of Atlanta's arts and culture on The City Lights Collective from WABE. Short stories, rich voices, and innovative ideas, presented by a team of local contributors. From music and theater to spoken word, food, film, and festivals, this is the pulse of Atlanta’s creative world.

Discover the best of Atlanta's arts and culture on The City Lights Collective from WABE. Short stories, rich voices, and innovative ideas, presented by a team of local contributors. From music and theater to spoken word, food, film, and festivals, this is the pulse of Atlanta&rsquo;s creative world.

The City Lights Collective

Discover the best of Atlanta's arts and culture on The City Lights Collective from WABE. Short stories, rich voices, and innovative ideas, presented by a team of local contributors. From music and theater to spoken word, food, film, and festivals, this is the pulse of Atlanta&rsquo;s creative world.