News For You

JULY 1, 2008: Klancnik and Friends made their first appearance in Barberton, Ohio on Friday, June 20. What a great performance! The fans at Lake Anna were entertained for two hours by some of the best musicians in the polka industry. The whole recording band was on hand to perform. I hope you enjoy this photo of the two accordion players: one a Polka Hall of Famer (Frankie Spetich), the other, a young man with enormous talent who will win many awards and is a musician beyond his years (Brian O'Boyle).

JANUARY 17, 2010: FINALLY!!!! That's how we feel about our latest addition to our website and polka support. We have figured out You Tube and have started a You Tube page for our polka videos we have in our collection. We are uploading daily and featuring some "Golden Oldies" very soon. Go to our You Tube page at: www.youtube.com/SlovenianMelodies and enjoy the videos.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2009: You may have noticed a new page on our website, our "24/7 Polka Heaven" page. That is because we are joining the 24/7 home on Sunday, September 6 at 9 PM. Thanks to Ray Zalokar for getting us started and to Frankie Spetich and Mark Trenta for sponsoring the show on 24/7.

AUGUST 10, 2009: What a great polka weekend in the Akron/Barberton area. First on Friday, August 7, Jeff Pecon appeared at Lake Anna Park in Barberton, Ohio. Jeff had some talented "sidemen" including: Ralph Delligatti (bass), Johnny Pecon Jr. (drums), Paul Yanchar (sax and vocals), Eric Noltkamper (banjo and guitar) and all the way from Nashville, TN, Joey Miskulin (accordian and vocals). Also, special guest Frankie Spetich appeared with band for three numbers. Not only do these gentlemen play well, but they are very appreciative of the crowd and were very cordial to a certain radio show host. On Sunday, the fun continued as the ABC Polka Association had their annual Jam Session at Wolter Park. Many talented musicians turned out to support the ABC on the hottest day of the summer.

Use this page as your place for what's happening in the world of polkas. You may even get a bit of "news" that doesn't have to do with polka music, but might be something to brighten your day. If you are looking for where and when your favorite band is playing, go to the "Polka Calendar" page.

This page was last updated: January 18, 2026

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JUNE 27, 2011: We were informed today by WAPS that our show will no longer be heard on Sundays from 6-7 PM. Thanks for all of your support through the 22 years on that station.

DECEMBER 4, 2012: It is with great sadness to announce the passing of our former co-host, Frankie Spetich. Frankie passed away after a brief illness in Barberton, Ohio. His influence on our style of music goes beyond what words can express. Thoughts and prayers to his wife Betty and other family.

JANUARY 18, 2026: We are now broadcasting a two hour show on 24/7 Polka Heaven. We still premiere our new show on Sunday at 8:00 PM, but a new is premiered every other Sunday. The next, new, two hour show will premiere on Sunday, January 25, at 8:00 PM EST. Tune in and give a listen. If you miss a show, go to our "Current Shows 2026" tab and listen to our shows from 2026.

OCTOBER 18, 2025: We have received a new recording by Jordan Rody from Canada, entitled "Then and Now". Visit the New CD's page to learn how to order, along with the new recording by Aaron Dussing entitled, When The Music Starts to Play". Make sure to get your copy today. "Legacy" by Steve Meisner and the Legacy Band has been released and it is an awesome assortment of styles of music. Go to the "New CD's" page for more information. The Penn Ohio Polka Pals have their "52nd Anniversary" recording available now. Mikey Dee has a new CD out to celebrate his 35 years in the music industry and it is very, very good. Go to our "New CD's" page for more information. Ron Pivovar has a new CD available.

AUGUST 15, 2019: We are happy to be part of the new "Polka Spotlight" show on 92.7 FM and 940 AM, WGRP, Greenville's Local Radio, with host Joe Godina. We have a segment each week on Joe's show that is on the radio from 7:00-9:00 AM, every Sunday. For those outside of the listening area, use this link to listen to the show: https://www.mainstreamnetwork.com/listen/player.asp?station=wgrp-am

JANUARY 17, 2026: "Polka Parade" is heard on 1340 AM and 98.7 FM in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area. More importantly, if you don't live in listening range, you can listen anytime you want by clicking on this link: www.polkaparade.org The Polka Parade website also has a link for you to listen live on Saturday's. Our latest show, the January 17 "Bonus Hour", is now available on their website. Other editions of our show on the "Slovenian Hour" or "Slovenian Mix" are also available at the link above and then clicking the "Listen Now" link in the top right of the home page.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025: The "Polka Pics" page has been updated. We added a photo of the Frank Stanger Band. Also, check out some pictures from the Garrett Tatano Band playing at Slovene Party Center in Barberton, Ohio to remember Frankie Spetich Sr., on what would have been his 100th birthday.

APRIL 25, 2025: We are pleased to let you know we are adding another polka show to our weekly schedule. We are now on from noon-1:30 PM, every Saturday on 90.7 WKTL, out of Struthers, Ohio. The name of the show is the Polka Jukebox Show. John Ross was the host for many years, but sadly, he passed away, so we are taking his place. We hope you can tune in every Saturday. You can listen live on their website or on the Tune In radio app. Here is a link to the WKTL website: https://wktl.net/