Just had this from mick smith whose country show was also axed

he refers to a possible folk show - not sure if he means folkwaves or his own folk show
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You may or may not be aware, but the Country Show on BBC East Midlands has been taken off air along with the Celtic Fringe, Folkwaves and the Jazz Programme. A move I rigorously fought on your behalf but to no avail. Still as they say when one door closes ………..???

•        So for lovers of specialist music and in particularly Country I have decided to set up an Internet weekly posting on my own radio station. The first few programmes will be approximately 1 hour long eventually extending to 2 hours.
•        I'll be posting them every Tuesday in keeping with my previous show on the BBC and they will stay there for a week, so you can listen at any time.

You'll be able to get the show by typing into Google search www.micksmithradio.co.uk       then clicking on Show

•        The format of the shows will follow the tried and tested route that I've been using for a long time with lots of emphasis on the music and where appropriate, interviews with local and international country music stars.   
•        With this in mind I'll be looking for local club news and new artists with original songs to feature on the shows, along you're your dedications and requests.
•        So if you are a country fan, artist, or promoter, hopefully there will be something in the show for you.

And finally please let me know what you think of the shows and any ideas or suggestions to improve them. All suggestions will be acknowledged and considered.

A further thought, if things are successful I'm planning to extend the range of shows to include a Folk music and a Celtic music show each week – who knows - so watch this space.