It will be a battle of the polka family bands as the Likovic and Zolka clans take part in a squeezebox smackdown July 21 at SNPJ Farm in Kirtland. Both orchestras will celebrate the 120th anniversary ...

Ohio’s Chardon Polka Band travels the country virtually to celebrate their genre. Polka musicians nationwide contribute to a delightful tapestry of unique performances that celebrate Americana, ...

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – For polka lovers, this festival is an opportunity to be immersed in the music and food of the Polish and Slovenian cultures. Visit Johnstown will present the 1st Summit Bank Johnstown ...

Two Fremont polka bands will be seen nationwide as Polka Nation now has its own TV channel. Mark Vyhlidal and Moostash Joe will be playing on this channel as part of the “Big Joe Family Shows.” The ...

Neighbors recently carried a note from a reader telling of the musical heritage of Lankin, N.D., because it once had several fine polka bands. Well, Matt Hodek, who lives in that Walsh County town, ...

And the WAMI goes to ... polka? Yup, the WAMI Awards -- the Wisconsin version of the Grammys -- will recognize the state's best polka artist at its annual awards ceremony next month in Appleton. Last ...

Chris Bogdon was in first grade in his native Carnegie when he started taking accordion lessons. Steve Novosel, while growing up in Murrysville, took up the instrument at 9 years old. Both were raised ...

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 03:41:18 GMT — It was a special night for one local polka band. Fritz's Polka Band, based in Verona, was featured on the hit television show "Breaking Bad" Sunday night. The song ...