WFHB Welcomes Low Landers for Fund Drive Live Session

Stripped-down banjo performance highlights songwriter's intimate sound.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 6:53pm

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An extreme close-up of a lone banjo neck and strings, rendered as a dramatic black silhouette against a vivid red background, conceptually representing the intimate acoustic performance of a bluegrass musician.WFHB's Fund Drive Live session captures the warm, community-powered spirit of independent radio.Bloomington Today

On April 9th, Bloomington community radio station WFHB hosted a special Fund Drive Live session featuring the bluegrass band Low Landers. Songwriter Jesse Beals performed a solo set showcasing the group's warm, acoustic sound through his voice, songwriting, and banjo playing.

Why it matters

WFHB's Fund Drive Live sessions are a beloved annual tradition, offering listeners an intimate look at local and touring musicians while raising critical funds to support the station's community-powered programming.

The details

The Low Landers' stripped-down performance put the focus squarely on Beals' emotive vocals and skilled banjo work, giving fans a rare glimpse into the heart of the band's hillbilly bluegrass sound.

  • The Low Landers' Fund Drive Live session took place on April 9, 2026.
  • WFHB hosts the annual Fund Drive Live event each spring.

The players

Low Landers

A bluegrass band based in Bloomington, Indiana, known for their warm, acoustic sound.

Jesse Beals

The songwriter and banjo player who led the Low Landers' stripped-down Fund Drive Live performance.

WFHB

A community radio station serving the Bloomington, Indiana area that hosts the annual Fund Drive Live event.

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What they’re saying

“It was a beautiful afternoon of music and conversation — and a great reminder of what makes community-powered radio so special.”

— Jim Odom, Host

The takeaway

WFHB's Fund Drive Live sessions showcase the power of community radio to bring local musicians and listeners together through intimate, stripped-down performances that highlight the heart of the artists' craft.