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Matt Hildreth

Matt Hildreth is the Executive Director of RuralOrganizing.org. He grew up on a small farm in eastern South Dakota and is a graduate of Bethel University in St. Paul, Minnesota where he studied Philosophy and Communications. He earned a Master’s Degree in Strategic Communication from the University of Iowa and holds an Executive Education Certificate from Harvard University’s Leadership, Organizing and Action program.

Madrona Fest 2025 Brings Music, Art, and Community to the Key Peninsula Civic Center This October

The wait is over — the full schedule for Madrona Fest 2025 has been announced. This year’s all-ages country folk festival will take place...

Nathan Evans Fox Brings Viral “Hillbilly Hymn” to Madrona Fest on the Key Peninsula

This fall, one of country music’s most poignant new voices is heading to the Key Peninsula. Nathan Evans Fox, whose roots single “Hillbilly Hymn...

What the Texas Floods Teach Us About Being Prepared for Climate Disasters in Rural America

When disaster hits, rural communities often don’t have the same support systems that cities do. The floods in the Texas Hill Country this summer...

Today’s best Country artists write folk music for the microplastic era

Country music is often understood as a genre rooted in tradition—steel guitars, pickup trucks, and heartbreak ballads under a wide-open sky. But for singer-songwriter...

Who Are You to Tell Charley Crockett to “Shut Up and Sing”?

In a time when culture and politics seem more polarized than ever, Charley Crockett—Texas-born troubadour, country bluesman, and self-made Americana star—stands out for his...

New Jobi Riccio single reminds us “Wildfire Season” is just around the corner

Colorado-bred, Tennessee-based artist Jobi Riccio has unveiled her latest single, "Wildfire Season," a poignant and fierce statement addressing the climate crisis. Released on April...

Lukas Nelson Releases New Single “Ain’t Done” Ahead of New Album

Award-winning musician Lukas Nelson has announced the release of his latest album, "American Romance," on June 20th.  Fans can get a taste of the new...

Noeline Hofmann Releases Luke Bell cover, announces tour dates

Rising country music star Noeline Hofmann released the official music video for her rendition of "The Bullfight" written and performed by Luke Bell. The...

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