Just Us Folk

Great News!  Jan was inducted into the Folk Radio Hall of Fame at the Folk Alliance International Conference. It was established to recognize radio DJs who have made an outstanding contribution to the preservation, promotion, and presentation of folk music, and who have demonstrated and inspired leadership in the broadcast field.⁠ Jan received his award in Kansas City on February 21, 2024.

In ‘Anniversary’, Jan takes readers on a personal journey back to his teenage years and his introduction to the world of folk music. He shares stories of his time studying at broadcasting college, attending his first folk festival, and discovering a passion for talking with musicians and documenting their stories and work.

Forty-five years later, Jan is still playing the tunes, interviewing artists, and writing about their craft. This book is both a personal reflection on Jan’s remarkable journey and a celebration of the many talented musicians he has met along the way.

‘Anniversary’ brings together memories, music, and stories gathered over the past two years, offering a wonderful look at Jan’s enduring connection to the folk music community.

"Just Us Folk" is celebrating 45 years of highlighting great roots and folk music. Please take a moment to explore the website and enjoy the shows online. Shows are now archived.  

My "Folk Notes" articles are NOW published in paperback and Kindle formats. Click on the book page to purchase. 

Thank you to all of the artists, record companies and festivals who have been so generous to me for over 4 decades.  

I am accepting new music at this address.

Jan Vanderhorst   

"Just Us Folk"  

16 Primrose Path  

Kitchener, Ont.,  

Canada  

N2E 2R2  

You can also reach me at:  justusfolk@rogers.com 

Thanks again for everyone's support. I couldn't have done the show without you! - Jan