The official hometown of the Infamous Stringdusters is no longer Nashville, TN according to a story published today in their new hometown newspaper. The Charlottesville, VA Daily Progress is reporting that three of the band members now live in Charlottesville and have officially adopted the town as the band’s new … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: December 2011
Infamous Stringdusters Relocate to New Headquarters
The official hometown of the Infamous Stringdusters is no longer Nashville, TN according to a story published today in their new hometown newspaper. The Charlottesville, VA Daily Progress is reporting that three of the band members now live in Charlottesville and have officially adopted the town as the band’s new … Continue reading
Infamous Stringdusters Relocate to New Headquarters
The official hometown of the Infamous Stringdusters is no longer Nashville, TN according to a story published today in their new hometown newspaper. The Charlottesville, VA Daily Progress is reporting that three of the band members now live in Charlottesville and have officially adopted the town as the band’s new … Continue reading
Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice–Newest Bluegrass Ambassadors!
The Historic Jonesborough Bluegrass Series recently announced that Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice have been selected as the event’s new ambassadors. The concert series successfully debuted in 2011 and are looking forward to an even more successful 2012 with Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice promoting the concert series all over … Continue reading
Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice–Newest Bluegrass Ambassadors!
The Historic Jonesborough Bluegrass Series recently announced that Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice have been selected as the event’s new ambassadors. The concert series successfully debuted in 2011 and are looking forward to an even more successful 2012 with Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice promoting the concert series all over … Continue reading
Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice–Newest Bluegrass Ambassadors!
The Historic Jonesborough Bluegrass Series recently announced that Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice have been selected as the event’s new ambassadors. The concert series successfully debuted in 2011 and are looking forward to an even more successful 2012 with Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice promoting the concert series all over … Continue reading
Comedy and Tragedy Rank At The Top of the Bluegrass News According to Blog Readers!
The Year’s Top Five News Posts Bluegrass Comedian Steve Martin Holds Two Spots and Three Obituaries Round Out The List of The Most Read Stories in 2011! Number 5 Fiddler Kenny Baker – Stroke Victim! Jul 3, 2011 Kenny Baker, best known for his 25 year tenure as a … Continue reading
Comedy and Tragedy Rank At The Top of the Bluegrass News According to Blog Readers!
The Year’s Top Five News Posts Bluegrass Comedian Steve Martin Holds Two Spots and Three Obituaries Round Out The List of The Most Read Stories in 2011! Number 5 Fiddler Kenny Baker – Stroke Victim! Jul 3, 2011 Kenny Baker, best known for his 25 year tenure as a … Continue reading
Comedy and Tragedy Rank At The Top of the Bluegrass News According to Blog Readers!
The Year’s Top Five News Posts Bluegrass Comedian Steve Martin Holds Two Spots and Three Obituaries Round Out The List of The Most Read Stories in 2011! Number 5 Fiddler Kenny Baker – Stroke Victim! Jul 3, 2011 Kenny Baker, best known for his 25 year tenure as a … Continue reading
Award-Winning Boxcars Bring Bluegrass To American Legion!
Just 24 months ago, the name “The Boxcars” meant nothing. Two years later the name is synonymous with the five guys that make up this ground breaking band. They don’t sound like anyone else. And yet they capture the excitement of the seminal bands that preceded them in the genre … Continue reading
Award-Winning Boxcars Bring Bluegrass To American Legion!
Just 24 months ago, the name “The Boxcars” meant nothing. Two years later the name is synonymous with the five guys that make up this ground breaking band. They don’t sound like anyone else. And yet they capture the excitement of the seminal bands that preceded them in the genre … Continue reading
Award-Winning Boxcars Bring Bluegrass To American Legion!
Just 24 months ago, the name “The Boxcars” meant nothing. Two years later the name is synonymous with the five guys that make up this ground breaking band. They don’t sound like anyone else. And yet they capture the excitement of the seminal bands that preceded them in the genre … Continue reading
THE GOAT RODEO SESSIONS “LIVE” COMING TO A MOVIE THEATRE NEAR YOU!
NCM Fathom and Sony Classical are excited to bring The Goat Rodeo Sessions LIVE featuring Yo-Yo Ma, Stuart Duncan, Edgar Meyer and Chris Thile to movie theaters nationwide on Tuesday, January 31 at 7:30pm ET/ 6:30pm CT/ 8:00pm MT/PT/HI/AK tape delayed (local time). This exclusive concert event will be broadcast … Continue reading
THE GOAT RODEO SESSIONS “LIVE” COMING TO A MOVIE THEATRE NEAR YOU!
NCM Fathom and Sony Classical are excited to bring The Goat Rodeo Sessions LIVE featuring Yo-Yo Ma, Stuart Duncan, Edgar Meyer and Chris Thile to movie theaters nationwide on Tuesday, January 31 at 7:30pm ET/ 6:30pm CT/ 8:00pm MT/PT/HI/AK tape delayed (local time). This exclusive concert event will be broadcast … Continue reading
THE GOAT RODEO SESSIONS “LIVE” COMING TO A MOVIE THEATRE NEAR YOU!
NCM Fathom and Sony Classical are excited to bring The Goat Rodeo Sessions LIVE featuring Yo-Yo Ma, Stuart Duncan, Edgar Meyer and Chris Thile to movie theaters nationwide on Tuesday, January 31 at 7:30pm ET/ 6:30pm CT/ 8:00pm MT/PT/HI/AK tape delayed (local time). This exclusive concert event will be broadcast … Continue reading
Bluegrass Pioneer Comedian Jody Rainwater Dies at Age 92
Jody Rainwater was his stage name. He played bass and was so popular as a Bluegrass Humorist he often got separate billing with Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs’ Foggy Mountain Boys where he was the stand-up bass player. Rainwater was born Charles Edward Johnson in Surry County, North Carolina in … Continue reading
Bluegrass Pioneer Comedian Jody Rainwater Dies at Age 92
Jody Rainwater was his stage name. He played bass and was so popular as a Bluegrass Humorist he often got separate billing with Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs’ Foggy Mountain Boys where he was the stand-up bass player. Rainwater was born Charles Edward Johnson in Surry County, North Carolina in … Continue reading
Bluegrass Pioneer Comedian Jody Rainwater Dies at Age 92
Jody Rainwater was his stage name. He played bass and was so popular as a Bluegrass Humorist he often got separate billing with Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs’ Foggy Mountain Boys where he was the stand-up bass player. Rainwater was born Charles Edward Johnson in Surry County, North Carolina in … Continue reading
New SteelDrivers Band for New Year
SteelDriver’s Regrouping After Mike Henderson’s Exit SteelDrivers’ founding member Mike Henderson has announced he’s leaving the band. His replacement according to band member Tammy Rodgers will be the only sub the SteelDrivers ever had – Brent Truitt joining the band on mandolin. In an open letter to fans posted on … Continue reading
New SteelDrivers Band for New Year
SteelDriver’s Regrouping After Mike Henderson’s Exit SteelDrivers’ founding member Mike Henderson has announced he’s leaving the band. His replacement according to band member Tammy Rodgers will be the only sub the SteelDrivers ever had – Brent Truitt joining the band on mandolin. In an open letter to fans posted on … Continue reading
New SteelDrivers Band for New Year
SteelDriver’s Regrouping After Mike Henderson’s Exit SteelDrivers’ founding member Mike Henderson has announced he’s leaving the band. His replacement according to band member Tammy Rodgers will be the only sub the SteelDrivers ever had – Brent Truitt joining the band on mandolin. In an open letter to fans posted on … Continue reading
Alison Krauss Talks with Tavis Smiley on PBS Tonight!
UPDATE: WATCH THE VIDEO HERE! The 26-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter discusses what she feels has recently attracted artists to bluegrass and performs music from her new CD, “Paper Airplane.” Since becoming a music business pro at age 14, when she signed with Rounder Records as a fiddler, Alison Krauss has become … Continue reading
Alison Krauss Talks with Tavis Smiley on PBS Tonight!
UPDATE: WATCH THE VIDEO HERE! The 26-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter discusses what she feels has recently attracted artists to bluegrass and performs music from her new CD, “Paper Airplane.” Since becoming a music business pro at age 14, when she signed with Rounder Records as a fiddler, Alison Krauss has become … Continue reading
Alison Krauss Talks with Tavis Smiley on PBS Tonight!
UPDATE: WATCH THE VIDEO HERE! The 26-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter discusses what she feels has recently attracted artists to bluegrass and performs music from her new CD, “Paper Airplane.” Since becoming a music business pro at age 14, when she signed with Rounder Records as a fiddler, Alison Krauss has become … Continue reading
Great Holiday Bluegrass Viewing Listed
Thanks to Buckwheat’s Bluegrass Channel we have a very comprehensive list of Holiday Bluegrass Videos all listed and easy to locate. There are over 70 different videos listed…. Enjoy! 1” src=”http://i3.ytimg.com/vi/NVpTMc6NdVE/default.jpg” />4:32Skaggs Family — “White Christmas”by VictorianRose7196views 2” src=”http://i3.ytimg.com/vi/rs9y0FdgHYI/default.jpg” />4:32Dailey and Vincent — “Beautiful Star Of Bethlehem”by VictorianRose71,607views 3” … Continue reading
Great Holiday Bluegrass Viewing Listed
Thanks to Buckwheat’s Bluegrass Channel we have a very comprehensive list of Holiday Bluegrass Videos all listed and easy to locate. There are over 70 different videos listed…. Enjoy! 1” src=”http://i3.ytimg.com/vi/NVpTMc6NdVE/default.jpg” />4:32Skaggs Family — “White Christmas”by VictorianRose7196views 2” src=”http://i3.ytimg.com/vi/rs9y0FdgHYI/default.jpg” />4:32Dailey and Vincent — “Beautiful Star Of Bethlehem”by VictorianRose71,607views 3” … Continue reading
Great Holiday Bluegrass Viewing Listed
Thanks to Buckwheat’s Bluegrass Channel we have a very comprehensive list of Holiday Bluegrass Videos all listed and easy to locate. There are over 70 different videos listed…. Enjoy! 1” src=”http://i3.ytimg.com/vi/NVpTMc6NdVE/default.jpg”>4:32Skaggs Family — “White Christmas”by VictorianRose7196views 2” src=”http://i3.ytimg.com/vi/rs9y0FdgHYI/default.jpg”>4:32Dailey and Vincent — “Beautiful Star Of Bethlehem”by VictorianRose71,607views 3” src=”http://i4.ytimg.com/vi/O_pvxN_-ryY/default.jpg”>4:00O Holy … Continue reading
Della Mae says Goodbye to German Fans!
Della Mae’s final Guest-Blog WELCOME HOME Finally after a long day of travel we have landed safe and sound on American soil. After 3 weeks of not really understanding what people are saying, I must admit no small amount of joy upon hearing and seeing English again. No slight to … Continue reading
Della Mae says Goodbye to German Fans!
Della Mae’s final Guest-Blog WELCOME HOME Finally after a long day of travel we have landed safe and sound on American soil. After 3 weeks of not really understanding what people are saying, I must admit no small amount of joy upon hearing and seeing English again. No slight to … Continue reading
Della Mae says Goodbye to German Fans!
Della Mae’s final Guest-Blog WELCOME HOME Finally after a long day of travel we have landed safe and sound on American soil. After 3 weeks of not really understanding what people are saying, I must admit no small amount of joy upon hearing and seeing English again. No slight to … Continue reading
Rural Rhythm Christian releases new music video by Grammy® Award Winning Artist, Marty Raybon
…Powerful new song, “I’ve Seen What He Can Do” hits radio Jan 9, 2012 as first single from upcoming album… Rural Rhythm Christian is very proud to announce the new music video for the powerful new song “I’ve Seen What He Can Do” by Marty Raybon. The song is scheduled to … Continue reading
Rural Rhythm Christian releases new music video by Grammy® Award Winning Artist, Marty Raybon
…Powerful new song, “I’ve Seen What He Can Do” hits radio Jan 9, 2012 as first single from upcoming album… Rural Rhythm Christian is very proud to announce the new music video for the powerful new song “I’ve Seen What He Can Do” by Marty Raybon. The song is scheduled to … Continue reading
Rural Rhythm Christian releases new music video by Grammy® Award Winning Artist, Marty Raybon
…Powerful new song, “I’ve Seen What He Can Do” hits radio Jan 9, 2012 as first single from upcoming album… Rural Rhythm Christian is very proud to announce the new music video for the powerful new song “I’ve Seen What He Can Do” by Marty Raybon. The song is scheduled to … Continue reading
Rural Rhythm Christian releases new music video by Grammy® Award Winning Artist, Marty Raybon
…Powerful new song, “I’ve Seen What He Can Do” hits radio Jan 9, 2012 as first single from upcoming album… Rural Rhythm Christian is very proud to announce the new music video for the powerful new song “I’ve Seen What He Can Do” by Marty Raybon. The song is scheduled to … Continue reading
Rural Rhythm Christian releases new music video by Grammy® Award Winning Artist, Marty Raybon
…Powerful new song, “I’ve Seen What He Can Do” hits radio Jan 9, 2012 as first single from upcoming album… Rural Rhythm Christian is very proud to announce the new music video for the powerful new song “I’ve Seen What He Can Do” by Marty Raybon. The song is scheduled to … Continue reading
Bluegrass Makes Big Impression On Folk DJs in 2011
The Annual Folk Alley “Best Of” the year list is out and it appears as if the year’s bluegrass products made good representation for the genre. Several, including Alison Krauss and Union Station, Steve Martin with The Steep Canyon Rangers made several lists from the various Disc Jockeys. … Continue reading
Bluegrass Makes Big Impression On Folk DJs in 2011
The Annual Folk Alley “Best Of” the year list is out and it appears as if the year’s bluegrass products made good representation for the genre. Several, including Alison Krauss and Union Station, Steve Martin with The Steep Canyon Rangers made several lists from the various Disc Jockeys. … Continue reading
Bluegrass Makes Big Impression On Folk DJs in 2011
The Annual Folk Alley “Best Of” the year list is out and it appears as if the year’s bluegrass products made good representation for the genre. Several, including Alison Krauss and Union Station, Steve Martin with The Steep Canyon Rangers made several lists from the various Disc Jockeys. … Continue reading
Del McCoury Radio Show Now Syndicated
After five years on paid subscription Satellite Radio, Del McCoury has moved to make his “Hand-Picked with Del” radio show available to more listeners through syndication. The popular radio show will undergo a name change – “Del McCoury’s Blue Side of Town” and will place more emphasis on decades of … Continue reading
Del McCoury Radio Show Now Syndicated
After five years on paid subscription Satellite Radio, Del McCoury has moved to make his “Hand-Picked with Del” radio show available to more listeners through syndication. The popular radio show will undergo a name change – “Del McCoury’s Blue Side of Town” and will place more emphasis on decades of … Continue reading
Del McCoury Radio Show Now Syndicated
After five years on paid subscription Satellite Radio, Del McCoury has moved to make his “Hand-Picked with Del” radio show available to more listeners through syndication. The popular radio show will undergo a name change – “Del McCoury’s Blue Side of Town” and will place more emphasis on decades of … Continue reading
IBMA’s Dan Hays Moves to Head Up the Franklin Theatre.
The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County Tennessee this morning announced that Dan Hays, Executive Director since 1990 of the International Bluegrass Music Association in Nashville, is to become the new Director for the Franklin Theatre. Heritage Foundation President Cyril Stewart said in a press release that the four-month … Continue reading
IBMA’s Dan Hays Moves to Head Up the Franklin Theatre.
The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County Tennessee this morning announced that Dan Hays, Executive Director since 1990 of the International Bluegrass Music Association in Nashville, is to become the new Director for the Franklin Theatre. Heritage Foundation President Cyril Stewart said in a press release that the four-month … Continue reading
IBMA’s Dan Hays Moves to Head Up the Franklin Theatre.
The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County Tennessee this morning announced that Dan Hays, Executive Director since 1990 of the International Bluegrass Music Association in Nashville, is to become the new Director for the Franklin Theatre. Heritage Foundation President Cyril Stewart said in a press release that the four-month … Continue reading
The Roys Sign Production Deal With ValCom Studios For New, Music-Driven Television Variety Show
13 Episodes To Be Taped Early Next Year Bluegrass dynamos, The Roys, have signed a production deal with ValCom Studios for a new, weekly music-driven variety show. Lee and Elaine Roy will appear and perform on the 30-minute show titled, Roots And Music With The Roys, with the inaugural 13 … Continue reading
The Roys Sign Production Deal With ValCom Studios For New, Music-Driven Television Variety Show
13 Episodes To Be Taped Early Next Year Bluegrass dynamos, The Roys, have signed a production deal with ValCom Studios for a new, weekly music-driven variety show. Lee and Elaine Roy will appear and perform on the 30-minute show titled, Roots And Music With The Roys, with the inaugural 13 … Continue reading
The Roys Sign Production Deal With ValCom Studios For New, Music-Driven Television Variety Show
13 Episodes To Be Taped Early Next Year Bluegrass dynamos, The Roys, have signed a production deal with ValCom Studios for a new, weekly music-driven variety show. Lee and Elaine Roy will appear and perform on the 30-minute show titled, Roots And Music With The Roys, with the inaugural 13 … Continue reading
Live At Bean Blossom–Monroe Tribute Videos Available to View!
Rural Rhythm Records, The Bill Monroe Music Park and the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame would like to invite you to check out some videos regarding the LIVE AT BEAN BLOSSOM album. These were filmed during the CD release party held last month at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame … Continue reading
Live At Bean Blossom–Monroe Tribute Videos Available to View!
Rural Rhythm Records, The Bill Monroe Music Park and the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame would like to invite you to check out some videos regarding the LIVE AT BEAN BLOSSOM album. These were filmed during the CD release party held last month at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame … Continue reading
Live At Bean Blossom–Monroe Tribute Videos Available to View!
Rural Rhythm Records, The Bill Monroe Music Park and the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame would like to invite you to check out some videos regarding the LIVE AT BEAN BLOSSOM album. These were filmed during the CD release party held last month at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame … Continue reading
Warren Hellman, Dead at Age 77
Warren Hellman, the philanthropist, who created the internationally-renowned Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival in San Francisco, died last evening at age 77 due to complications from leukemia. Hellman was also best known for leading his band, The Wronglers, with whom he performed at area festivals and concerts. He performed regularly on … Continue reading
Warren Hellman, Dead at Age 77
Warren Hellman, the philanthropist, who created the internationally-renowned Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival in San Francisco, died last evening at age 77 due to complications from leukemia. Hellman was also best known for leading his band, The Wronglers, with whom he performed at area festivals and concerts. He performed regularly on … Continue reading
Warren Hellman, Dead at Age 77
Warren Hellman, the philanthropist, who created the internationally-renowned Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival in San Francisco, died last evening at age 77 due to complications from leukemia. Hellman was also best known for leading his band, The Wronglers, with whom he performed at area festivals and concerts. He performed regularly on … Continue reading
Old School Thinking Still Makes Good Sense!
We’ve often said there is something missing in today’s Bluegrass sound. It’s the comedy that was so prevalent in the early days. With every group these days jockeying for chart positions and the next “Hit” song, these fun, tension-breaking moments are often forgotten. Not that there aren’t still some novelty … Continue reading
Old School Thinking Still Makes Good Sense!
We’ve often said there is something missing in today’s Bluegrass sound. It’s the comedy that was so prevalent in the early days. With every group these days jockeying for chart positions and the next “Hit” song, these fun, tension-breaking moments are often forgotten. Not that there aren’t still some novelty … Continue reading
Old School Thinking Still Makes Good Sense!
We’ve often said there is something missing in today’s Bluegrass sound. It’s the comedy that was so prevalent in the early days. With every group these days jockeying for chart positions and the next “Hit” song, these fun, tension-breaking moments are often forgotten. Not that there aren’t still some novelty … Continue reading
Guest Blog #6 from Della Mae’s Celia Woodsmith
Della Mae is currently on tour with the Bluegrass Jamboree in Germany, Switzerland and The Czech Republic. The group’s Celia Woodsmith has been updating us with periodic reports and files this report from Prague. To read her earlier posts, click on the links at the bottom of this post. Prague … Continue reading
Guest Blog #6 from Della Mae’s Celia Woodsmith
Della Mae is currently on tour with the Bluegrass Jamboree in Germany, Switzerland and The Czech Republic. The group’s Celia Woodsmith has been updating us with periodic reports and files this report from Prague. To read her earlier posts, click on the links at the bottom of this post. Prague … Continue reading
Guest Blog #6 from Della Mae’s Celia Woodsmith
Della Mae is currently on tour with the Bluegrass Jamboree in Germany, Switzerland and The Czech Republic. The group’s Celia Woodsmith has been updating us with periodic reports and files this report from Prague. To read her earlier posts, click on the links at the bottom of this post. Prague … Continue reading
2nd Annual John Hartford Memorial Festival Plans Underway
Plans are in full swing for the 2nd Annual John Hartford Memorial Festival, Thursday, May 31 through Saturday, June 2, 2012. Once again, the festival is set for Bill Monroe Memorial Park and Campground in Bean Blossom, Indiana. Special thanks to the one-and-only John Hotze for his work organizing the … Continue reading
2nd Annual John Hartford Memorial Festival Plans Underway
Plans are in full swing for the 2nd Annual John Hartford Memorial Festival, Thursday, May 31 through Saturday, June 2, 2012. Once again, the festival is set for Bill Monroe Memorial Park and Campground in Bean Blossom, Indiana. Special thanks to the one-and-only John Hotze for his work organizing the … Continue reading
2nd Annual John Hartford Memorial Festival Plans Underway
Plans are in full swing for the 2nd Annual John Hartford Memorial Festival, Thursday, May 31 through Saturday, June 2, 2012. Once again, the festival is set for Bill Monroe Memorial Park and Campground in Bean Blossom, Indiana. Special thanks to the one-and-only John Hotze for his work organizing the … Continue reading
Bluegrass and Brides–Hard to Tell Apart ?!
The following post appeared in Facebook on today and was cause for quite a few chuckles. Tune in to: Prescription Bluegrass Radio EVERY WEEK for the best in Bluegrass Music Check the “Clinic Locations” Tab at www.PrescriptionBluegrass.com for times and dates. ____________________________________ Submit your Bluegrass News to: News@PrescriptionBluegrass.com
Bluegrass and Brides–Hard to Tell Apart ?!
The following post appeared in Facebook on today and was cause for quite a few chuckles. Tune in to: Prescription Bluegrass Radio EVERY WEEK for the best in Bluegrass Music Check the “Clinic Locations” Tab at www.PrescriptionBluegrass.com for times and dates.
Bluegrass and Brides–Hard to Tell Apart ?!
The following post appeared in Facebook on today and was cause for quite a few chuckles. Tune in to: Prescription Bluegrass Radio EVERY WEEK for the best in Bluegrass Music Check the “Clinic Locations” Tab at www.PrescriptionBluegrass.com for times and dates.
Narrows Center for the Arts Presents Two CD Release Parties!
Three Tall Pines & Acousticana @ Narrows Center for the Arts Please join Narrows Center for the Arts for a Two-CD Release party—two bands making their mark on today’s bluegrass and Americana scene in Boston. Both bands will perform their strongest original material to date. Acousticana features mandolin phenom Jenni … Continue reading
Narrows Center for the Arts Presents Two CD Release Parties!
Three Tall Pines & Acousticana @ Narrows Center for the Arts Please join Narrows Center for the Arts for a Two-CD Release party—two bands making their mark on today’s bluegrass and Americana scene in Boston. Both bands will perform their strongest original material to date. Acousticana features mandolin phenom Jenni … Continue reading
Narrows Center for the Arts Presents Two CD Release Parties!
Three Tall Pines & Acousticana @ Narrows Center for the Arts Please join Narrows Center for the Arts for a Two-CD Release party—two bands making their mark on today’s bluegrass and Americana scene in Boston. Both bands will perform their strongest original material to date. Acousticana features mandolin phenom Jenni … Continue reading
Master Songwriting Class to be Taught by Claire Lynch
To call Claire Lynch a first-class songwriter is a serious understatement. We once said that if Ms. Lynch had been born a hundred years ago she could have stopped old A.P. Carter from tramping the hills looking for good material for the Carter Family to record – meaning that she … Continue reading
Master Songwriting Class to be Taught by Claire Lynch
To call Claire Lynch a first-class songwriter is a serious understatement. We once said that if Ms. Lynch had been born a hundred years ago she could have stopped old A.P. Carter from tramping the hills looking for good material for the Carter Family to record – meaning that she … Continue reading
Master Songwriting Class to be Taught by Claire Lynch
To call Claire Lynch a first-class songwriter is a serious understatement. We once said that if Ms. Lynch had been born a hundred years ago she could have stopped old A.P. Carter from tramping the hills looking for good material for the Carter Family to record – meaning that she … Continue reading
New CD Helps Fight Against Childhood Cancer!
Rural Rhythm Records and Musicians Against Childhood Cancer®join forces to release new album in 2012 – “LIFE GOES ON” Rural Rhythm Records and Musicians Against Childhood Cancer® (MACC) are joining forces to release an upcoming new album, LIFE GOES ON in 2012. This highly anticipated new project will include entertaining … Continue reading
New CD Helps Fight Against Childhood Cancer!
Rural Rhythm Records and Musicians Against Childhood Cancer®join forces to release new album in 2012 – “LIFE GOES ON” Rural Rhythm Records and Musicians Against Childhood Cancer® (MACC) are joining forces to release an upcoming new album, LIFE GOES ON in 2012. This highly anticipated new project will include entertaining … Continue reading
New CD Helps Fight Against Childhood Cancer!
Rural Rhythm Records and Musicians Against Childhood Cancer®join forces to release new album in 2012 – “LIFE GOES ON” Rural Rhythm Records and Musicians Against Childhood Cancer® (MACC) are joining forces to release an upcoming new album, LIFE GOES ON in 2012. This highly anticipated new project will include entertaining … Continue reading
Rob Ickes Warns ResoSummit Goers to Register Early!
ResoSummit: A Peak Experience! In November, ResoSummit celebrated its 5th year with an outstanding group of participants, faculty & luthiers. One participant said, “ResoSummit is my Christmas,” and it truly is a magical time. Check out this happy group – and find the complete Photo Gallery here. If you’re interested … Continue reading
Rob Ickes Warns ResoSummit Goers to Register Early!
ResoSummit: A Peak Experience! In November, ResoSummit celebrated its 5th year with an outstanding group of participants, faculty & luthiers. One participant said, “ResoSummit is my Christmas,” and it truly is a magical time. Check out this happy group – and find the complete Photo Gallery here. If you’re interested … Continue reading
Rob Ickes Warns ResoSummit Goers to Register Early!
ResoSummit: A Peak Experience! In November, ResoSummit celebrated its 5th year with an outstanding group of participants, faculty & luthiers. One participant said, “ResoSummit is my Christmas,” and it truly is a magical time. Check out this happy group – and find the complete Photo Gallery here. If you’re interested … Continue reading
X-Train Back On Top
The Down-Under Tour is over for Arizona’s X-Train and the group’s Mark Miracle, who’s been Guest-Blogging for us on the road and from the bush, now gives us the final wrap! Thanks to Mark and happy holidays to all of our new Aussie and New Zealander readers! X TRAIN HAS … Continue reading
X-Train Back On Top
The Down-Under Tour is over for Arizona’s X-Train and the group’s Mark Miracle, who’s been Guest-Blogging for us on the road and from the bush, now gives us the final wrap! Thanks to Mark and happy holidays to all of our new Aussie and New Zealander readers! X TRAIN HAS … Continue reading
X-Train Back On Top
The Down-Under Tour is over for Arizona’s X-Train and the group’s Mark Miracle, who’s been Guest-Blogging for us on the road and from the bush, now gives us the final wrap! Thanks to Mark and happy holidays to all of our new Aussie and New Zealander readers! X TRAIN HAS … Continue reading
Monroeville Adds Eli Johnston to Band!
MONROEVILLE has just added to their arsenal! They are proud to announce the addition of new member, Eli Johnston. Johnston, a multi-instrumentalist, amazing vocalist, and prolific songwriter, will be making his debut with MONROEVILLE on Saturday, December 17th, at the live taping of the PBS show “Song Of The Mountains” … Continue reading
Monroeville Adds Eli Johnston to Band!
MONROEVILLE has just added to their arsenal! They are proud to announce the addition of new member, Eli Johnston. Johnston, a multi-instrumentalist, amazing vocalist, and prolific songwriter, will be making his debut with MONROEVILLE on Saturday, December 17th, at the live taping of the PBS show “Song Of The Mountains” … Continue reading
Monroeville Adds Eli Johnston to Band!
MONROEVILLE has just added to their arsenal! They are proud to announce the addition of new member, Eli Johnston. Johnston, a multi-instrumentalist, amazing vocalist, and prolific songwriter, will be making his debut with MONROEVILLE on Saturday, December 17th, at the live taping of the PBS show “Song Of The Mountains” … Continue reading
Michael Cleveland To Teach Fiddle at Conservatory!
Jeff Guernsey’s Conservatory of Music is very proud to announce that Michael Cleveland has joined the staff for 2012 offering Master classes to intermediate and advanced fiddle students. Classes will take place on Tuesdays throughout 2012. The Conservatory of Music is located at 1120 Spring Street in Jeffersonville, Indiana. To … Continue reading
Michael Cleveland To Teach Fiddle at Conservatory!
Jeff Guernsey’s Conservatory of Music is very proud to announce that Michael Cleveland has joined the staff for 2012 offering Master classes to intermediate and advanced fiddle students. Classes will take place on Tuesdays throughout 2012. The Conservatory of Music is located at 1120 Spring Street in Jeffersonville, Indiana. To … Continue reading
Michael Cleveland To Teach Fiddle at Conservatory!
Jeff Guernsey’s Conservatory of Music is very proud to announce that Michael Cleveland has joined the staff for 2012 offering Master classes to intermediate and advanced fiddle students. Classes will take place on Tuesdays throughout 2012. The Conservatory of Music is located at 1120 Spring Street in Jeffersonville, Indiana. To … Continue reading
Nu-Blu Has Fun With Video Christmas Card
Tune in to: Prescription Bluegrass Radio EVERY WEEK for the best in Bluegrass Music Check the “Clinic Locations” Tab at www.PrescriptionBluegrass.com for times and dates. ____________________________________ Submit your Bluegrass News to: News@PrescriptionBluegrass.com
Nu-Blu Has Fun With Video Christmas Card
Tune in to: Prescription Bluegrass Radio EVERY WEEK for the best in Bluegrass Music Check the “Clinic Locations” Tab at www.PrescriptionBluegrass.com for times and dates.
Nu-Blu Has Fun With Video Christmas Card
Tune in to: Prescription Bluegrass Radio EVERY WEEK for the best in Bluegrass Music Check the “Clinic Locations” Tab at www.PrescriptionBluegrass.com for times and dates.
U.S. Department of State’s American Music Abroad Initiative Now Accepting Applications
Using music as a means to engage audiences worldwide, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced today that the American Music Abroad program is now accepting applications for the 2012-2013 season. Musicians interested in applying for this international exchange program, which consists of month-long, multi-country … Continue reading
U.S. Department of State’s American Music Abroad Initiative Now Accepting Applications
Using music as a means to engage audiences worldwide, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced today that the American Music Abroad program is now accepting applications for the 2012-2013 season. Musicians interested in applying for this international exchange program, which consists of month-long, multi-country … Continue reading
U.S. Department of State’s American Music Abroad Initiative Now Accepting Applications
Using music as a means to engage audiences worldwide, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced today that the American Music Abroad program is now accepting applications for the 2012-2013 season. Musicians interested in applying for this international exchange program, which consists of month-long, multi-country … Continue reading
Bluegrass Comedy Team Makes Musical Statement about Christmas Trees!
This song was written and performed by bluegrass comedy duo” The Moron Brothers” during Kentucky’s fight against the “holiday tree”. It is meant to inspire to those across the country in a similar fight. Tune in to: Prescription Bluegrass Radio EVERY WEEK for the best in Bluegrass Music Check the … Continue reading
Bluegrass Comedy Team Makes Musical Statement about Christmas Trees!
This song was written and performed by bluegrass comedy duo” The Moron Brothers” during Kentucky’s fight against the “holiday tree”. It is meant to inspire to those across the country in a similar fight. Tune in to: Prescription Bluegrass Radio EVERY WEEK for the best in Bluegrass Music Check the … Continue reading
Bluegrass Comedy Team Makes Musical Statement about Christmas Trees!
This song was written and performed by bluegrass comedy duo” The Moron Brothers” during Kentucky’s fight against the “holiday tree”. It is meant to inspire to those across the country in a similar fight. Tune in to: Prescription Bluegrass Radio EVERY WEEK for the best in Bluegrass Music Check the … Continue reading
Acoustic Blue Welcomes Ray Evans
Acoustic Blue has exciting news to share for the holidays. Beginning in January 2012, the band will be joined by Ray Evans on the acoustic bass. Ray is a newcomer to the bluegrass scene but is quickly adding his drive and enthusiasm to the group. His first show with Acoustic … Continue reading
Acoustic Blue Welcomes Ray Evans
Acoustic Blue has exciting news to share for the holidays. Beginning in January 2012, the band will be joined by Ray Evans on the acoustic bass. Ray is a newcomer to the bluegrass scene but is quickly adding his drive and enthusiasm to the group. His first show with Acoustic … Continue reading
Acoustic Blue Welcomes Ray Evans
Acoustic Blue has exciting news to share for the holidays. Beginning in January 2012, the band will be joined by Ray Evans on the acoustic bass. Ray is a newcomer to the bluegrass scene but is quickly adding his drive and enthusiasm to the group. His first show with Acoustic … Continue reading
The Grascals Featured In GACTV.com’s 12 Days of Country Cookies (& Treats)
Group Grabs Holiday Spirit & Gifts “Secret” Upside Down Apple Pie Recipe To Fans The Grascals head in to the holiday season full of good cheer and, well, pie. “We’re just full of it,” laughs the group co-founder Jamie Johnson. “El’s wife, Catherine Lundy-Eldredge, makes a mean Upside Down Apple … Continue reading
The Grascals Featured In GACTV.com’s 12 Days of Country Cookies (& Treats)
Group Grabs Holiday Spirit & Gifts “Secret” Upside Down Apple Pie Recipe To Fans The Grascals head in to the holiday season full of good cheer and, well, pie. “We’re just full of it,” laughs the group co-founder Jamie Johnson. “El’s wife, Catherine Lundy-Eldredge, makes a mean Upside Down Apple … Continue reading
The Grascals Featured In GACTV.com’s 12 Days of Country Cookies (& Treats)
Group Grabs Holiday Spirit & Gifts “Secret” Upside Down Apple Pie Recipe To Fans The Grascals head in to the holiday season full of good cheer and, well, pie. “We’re just full of it,” laughs the group co-founder Jamie Johnson. “El’s wife, Catherine Lundy-Eldredge, makes a mean Upside Down Apple … Continue reading
Banjo Scholarship Winners Announced For Dr. Banjo Camp
Pete Wernick Announces Banjo Camp Scholarship Winners Pete (“Dr. Banjo”) Wernick will host two scholarship winners at his January 2012 Advanced Banjo Camp. Jim Gabehart of Hinton, West Virginia, will attend thanks to the generosity of Stelling Banjo Works, and Jordan Alleman of Portland, Oregon is the recipient of donations … Continue reading
Banjo Scholarship Winners Announced For Dr. Banjo Camp
Pete Wernick Announces Banjo Camp Scholarship Winners Pete (“Dr. Banjo”) Wernick will host two scholarship winners at his January 2012 Advanced Banjo Camp. Jim Gabehart of Hinton, West Virginia, will attend thanks to the generosity of Stelling Banjo Works, and Jordan Alleman of Portland, Oregon is the recipient of donations … Continue reading
Banjo Scholarship Winners Announced For Dr. Banjo Camp
Pete Wernick Announces Banjo Camp Scholarship Winners Pete (“Dr. Banjo”) Wernick will host two scholarship winners at his January 2012 Advanced Banjo Camp. Jim Gabehart of Hinton, West Virginia, will attend thanks to the generosity of Stelling Banjo Works, and Jordan Alleman of Portland, Oregon is the recipient of donations … Continue reading
Della Mae’s Celia Woodsmith Gets European Guest-Blogger Honors!
After three guest-blogger posts here at the Prescription Bluegrass Blog from their European tour with the Bluegrass Jamboree, Della Mae’s lead singer and guitarist Celia Woodsmith has announced that she’ll also be updating the European readers on the European Bluegrass Blog blog.ebma.org/. Prescription Bluegrass is proud of the ladies of … Continue reading
Della Mae’s Celia Woodsmith Gets European Guest-Blogger Honors!
After three guest-blogger posts here at the Prescription Bluegrass Blog from their European tour with the Bluegrass Jamboree, Della Mae’s lead singer and guitarist Celia Woodsmith has announced that she’ll also be updating the European readers on the European Bluegrass Blog blog.ebma.org/. Prescription Bluegrass is proud of the ladies of … Continue reading
Della Mae’s Celia Woodsmith Gets European Guest-Blogger Honors!
After three guest-blogger posts here at the Prescription Bluegrass Blog from their European tour with the Bluegrass Jamboree, Della Mae’s lead singer and guitarist Celia Woodsmith has announced that she’ll also be updating the European readers on the European Bluegrass Blog blog.ebma.org/. Prescription Bluegrass is proud of the ladies of … Continue reading
Prescription Bluegrass CD REVIEWS – Clay Hess – “Rain”
… This is a very well thought out and planned CD. Clay Hess is at the top of his game and only getting better. The music here is solid traditional bluegrass….. … NEW CD REVIEWClay Hess – Rain Read the full review on The Prescription Bluegrass Blog Here Tune in to: Prescription Bluegrass … Continue reading
Prescription Bluegrass CD REVIEWS – Clay Hess – “Rain”
… This is a very well thought out and planned CD. Clay Hess is at the top of his game and only getting better. The music here is solid traditional bluegrass….. … NEW CD REVIEWClay Hess – Rain Read the full review on The Prescription Bluegrass Blog Here Tune in to: Prescription Bluegrass … Continue reading
Prescription Bluegrass CD REVIEWS – Clay Hess – "Rain"
… This is a very well thought out and planned CD. Clay Hess is at the top of his game and only getting better. The music here is solid traditional bluegrass….. … NEW CD REVIEWClay Hess – Rain Read the full review on The Prescription Bluegrass Blog Here Tune in to: Prescription Bluegrass … Continue reading
Agricultural Land Trust Uses Bluegrass in Holiday Video!
The Marin Agricultural Land Trust just sent out their annual holiday slide show. It’s very beautiful to look at, with photo of the farms and farmers of Marin County, just over the bay from Berkeley. Laurie Lewis Fans may recognize the background music – ”Cold Frosty Morning” from Laurie and … Continue reading
Agricultural Land Trust Uses Bluegrass in Holiday Video!
The Marin Agricultural Land Trust just sent out their annual holiday slide show. It’s very beautiful to look at, with photo of the farms and farmers of Marin County, just over the bay from Berkeley. Laurie Lewis Fans may recognize the background music – ”Cold Frosty Morning” from Laurie and … Continue reading
Agricultural Land Trust Uses Bluegrass in Holiday Video!
The Marin Agricultural Land Trust just sent out their annual holiday slide show. It’s very beautiful to look at, with photo of the farms and farmers of Marin County, just over the bay from Berkeley. Laurie Lewis Fans may recognize the background music – ”Cold Frosty Morning” from Laurie and … Continue reading
X-Train Wrapping It Up Down Under–Mark Miracle’s Guest Blog
Final days of the tour and it’s beginning to get bittersweet. We are anxious to get home but really enjoy this part of the world. We spent the last 3 days or so in Caloundra, AUS at a 5th floor condo overlooking the ocean. It was donated to us by … Continue reading
X-Train Wrapping It Up Down Under–Mark Miracle’s Guest Blog
Final days of the tour and it’s beginning to get bittersweet. We are anxious to get home but really enjoy this part of the world. We spent the last 3 days or so in Caloundra, AUS at a 5th floor condo overlooking the ocean. It was donated to us by … Continue reading
X-Train Wrapping It Up Down Under–Mark Miracle’s Guest Blog
Final days of the tour and it’s beginning to get bittersweet. We are anxious to get home but really enjoy this part of the world. We spent the last 3 days or so in Caloundra, AUS at a 5th floor condo overlooking the ocean. It was donated to us by … Continue reading
Holiday Inn’s Holiday Pick-In is Huge Success for Kentucky Charities!
… $2,340.00 was collected from donations and raffles plus 3 truck-loads of toys … The 2011 Holiday Pick-Inn Benefit bluegrass show and jam, held on Saturday, November 26th, at The Holiday Inn Hurstbourne KY, was a rousing success according to the promoters. The Louisville Bluegrass Music Association, Bluegrass Anonymous, partnered with The … Continue reading
Holiday Inn’s Holiday Pick-In is Huge Success for Kentucky Charities!
… $2,340.00 was collected from donations and raffles plus 3 truck-loads of toys … The 2011 Holiday Pick-Inn Benefit bluegrass show and jam, held on Saturday, November 26th, at The Holiday Inn Hurstbourne KY, was a rousing success according to the promoters. The Louisville Bluegrass Music Association, Bluegrass Anonymous, partnered with The … Continue reading
Holiday Inn’s Holiday Pick-In is Huge Success for Kentucky Charities!
… $2,340.00 was collected from donations and raffles plus 3 truck-loads of toys … The 2011 Holiday Pick-Inn Benefit bluegrass show and jam, held on Saturday, November 26th, at The Holiday Inn Hurstbourne KY, was a rousing success according to the promoters. The Louisville Bluegrass Music Association, Bluegrass Anonymous, partnered with The … Continue reading
Cumberland River Band Announces New “Sonny Dean” Scholarship!
The Cumberland River Band and The Cumberland River Academy of Bluegrass and Appalachian Music are proud to announce the The organization and the band have partnered in creating the“Sonny Dean Scholarship.” The scholarship is named after band member Jamie Dean’s father, Sonny Dean, who was a significant musical influence and … Continue reading
Cumberland River Band Announces New “Sonny Dean” Scholarship!
The Cumberland River Band and The Cumberland River Academy of Bluegrass and Appalachian Music are proud to announce the The organization and the band have partnered in creating the“Sonny Dean Scholarship.” The scholarship is named after band member Jamie Dean’s father, Sonny Dean, who was a significant musical influence and … Continue reading
Cumberland River Band Announces New “Sonny Dean” Scholarship!
The Cumberland River Band and The Cumberland River Academy of Bluegrass and Appalachian Music are proud to announce the The organization and the band have partnered in creating the“Sonny Dean Scholarship.” The scholarship is named after band member Jamie Dean’s father, Sonny Dean, who was a significant musical influence and … Continue reading
Virginia Country & Bluegrass-Music TV Show Goes National On RFD-TV
The “Virginia Dreams” of a group of Virginia country and Bluegrass music artists will soon take “Center Stage” on national TV. “What we hope to do is showcase our local talent to the world,” said “Virginia Dreams Center Stage” host Tim Spears, who announced today that the country-music TV showcase … Continue reading
Virginia Country & Bluegrass-Music TV Show Goes National On RFD-TV
The “Virginia Dreams” of a group of Virginia country and Bluegrass music artists will soon take “Center Stage” on national TV. “What we hope to do is showcase our local talent to the world,” said “Virginia Dreams Center Stage” host Tim Spears, who announced today that the country-music TV showcase … Continue reading
Virginia Country & Bluegrass-Music TV Show Goes National On RFD-TV
The “Virginia Dreams” of a group of Virginia country and Bluegrass music artists will soon take “Center Stage” on national TV. “What we hope to do is showcase our local talent to the world,” said “Virginia Dreams Center Stage” host Tim Spears, who announced today that the country-music TV showcase … Continue reading
Guest Blogger Celia Woodsmith Updates on Della Mae’s Tour with The Bluegrass Jamboree!
The fields are covered in snow as we drive from Ravensburg to Kempten, another small medieval town in the south of Germany. Before Ravensburg, we got up early to visit Dachau, one of many concentration camps still standing today. Dachau has now been turned into a museum/memorial, and some of … Continue reading
Guest Blogger Celia Woodsmith Updates on Della Mae’s Tour with The Bluegrass Jamboree!
The fields are covered in snow as we drive from Ravensburg to Kempten, another small medieval town in the south of Germany. Before Ravensburg, we got up early to visit Dachau, one of many concentration camps still standing today. Dachau has now been turned into a museum/memorial, and some of … Continue reading
Guest Blogger Celia Woodsmith Updates on Della Mae’s Tour with The Bluegrass Jamboree!
The fields are covered in snow as we drive from Ravensburg to Kempten, another small medieval town in the south of Germany. Before Ravensburg, we got up early to visit Dachau, one of many concentration camps still standing today. Dachau has now been turned into a museum/memorial, and some of … Continue reading
New Song from Laurie Lewis Praises River Guides!
Laurie Lewis, a long time advocate of river rafting has found another way to combine her love of bluegrass and the water sport. In a cleverly crafted Tongue-In-Cheek song posted on You Tube, Laurie pays homage to the many guides she’s encountered over the years. We asked her for some … Continue reading
New Song from Laurie Lewis Praises River Guides!
Laurie Lewis, a long time advocate of river rafting has found another way to combine her love of bluegrass and the water sport. In a cleverly crafted Tongue-In-Cheek song posted on You Tube, Laurie pays homage to the many guides she’s encountered over the years. We asked her for some … Continue reading
New Song from Laurie Lewis Praises River Guides!
Laurie Lewis, a long time advocate of river rafting has found another way to combine her love of bluegrass and the water sport. In a cleverly crafted Tongue-In-Cheek song posted on You Tube, Laurie pays homage to the many guides she’s encountered over the years. We asked her for some … Continue reading
History of Bluegrass Intertwined with Personal Memories Does Good Job!
While many would argue that the history of bluegrass music began with Bill Monroe and his band the Blue Grass Boys, that would be like starting the history of the United states with the second world war. Obviously every musician is influenced by those who came before and those who … Continue reading
History of Bluegrass Intertwined with Personal Memories Does Good Job!
While many would argue that the history of bluegrass music began with Bill Monroe and his band the Blue Grass Boys, that would be like starting the history of the United states with the second world war. Obviously every musician is influenced by those who came before and those who … Continue reading
History of Bluegrass Intertwined with Personal Memories Does Good Job!
While many would argue that the history of bluegrass music began with Bill Monroe and his band the Blue Grass Boys, that would be like starting the history of the United states with the second world war. Obviously every musician is influenced by those who came before and those who … Continue reading
Bluegrass and Country Artists in Virginia Get New Advocate!
VACM or Virginia Awards Country Music is a new organization aimed at promoting country, gospel and bluegrass music in Virginia. The new entity will also promote the artists who are adding to the state’s rich musical heritage. According to founder and President, Tim Spears, “We think there’s a whole lot … Continue reading
Bluegrass and Country Artists in Virginia Get New Advocate!
VACM or Virginia Awards Country Music is a new organization aimed at promoting country, gospel and bluegrass music in Virginia. The new entity will also promote the artists who are adding to the state’s rich musical heritage. According to founder and President, Tim Spears, “We think there’s a whole lot … Continue reading
Bluegrass and Country Artists in Virginia Get New Advocate!
VACM or Virginia Awards Country Music is a new organization aimed at promoting country, gospel and bluegrass music in Virginia. The new entity will also promote the artists who are adding to the state’s rich musical heritage. According to founder and President, Tim Spears, “We think there’s a whole lot … Continue reading
The Martins Release 4th CD–“A World Of Our Own”
From Jefferson City, Missouri, The Martins have released “A World Of Our Own” their 4th CD. The Martins, now known as “Bluegrass Martins” for this CD began as a working family band just a mere ten years ago. Since that time they have gained notoriety nationwide as one of the … Continue reading
The Martins Release 4th CD–“A World Of Our Own”
From Jefferson City, Missouri, The Martins have released “A World Of Our Own” their 4th CD. The Martins, now known as “Bluegrass Martins” for this CD began as a working family band just a mere ten years ago. Since that time they have gained notoriety nationwide as one of the … Continue reading
The Martins Release 4th CD–“A World Of Our Own”
From Jefferson City, Missouri, The Martins have released “A World Of Our Own” their 4th CD. The Martins, now known as “Bluegrass Martins” for this CD began as a working family band just a mere ten years ago. Since that time they have gained notoriety nationwide as one of the … Continue reading
Claire Lynch Band Says Goodbye to Jason Thomas
Claire says, “It is with torn hearts that we say good bye to Jason Thomas – CLB member since April ’07 who from the beginning upgraded and sweetened the band sound. Together, we accomplished some great things and we say “thanks Jason”, for a job well done. Our best to … Continue reading
Claire Lynch Band Says Goodbye to Jason Thomas
Claire says, “It is with torn hearts that we say good bye to Jason Thomas – CLB member since April ’07 who from the beginning upgraded and sweetened the band sound. Together, we accomplished some great things and we say “thanks Jason”, for a job well done. Our best to … Continue reading
Claire Lynch Band Says Goodbye to Jason Thomas
Claire says, “It is with torn hearts that we say good bye to Jason Thomas – CLB member since April ’07 who from the beginning upgraded and sweetened the band sound. Together, we accomplished some great things and we say “thanks Jason”, for a job well done. Our best to … Continue reading
Steve Martin Practices for Grammy® with Jimmy Fallon
Steve Martin, recently nominated along with the Steep Canyon Rangers, for a Grammy® (for best bluegrass album – “Rare Bird Alert”) appeared with the Rangers on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon last night. As part of his zany Shtick, Martin wrangled Fallon into helping him practice for the big night. … Continue reading
Mountain Fever Records Signs Canadian Bluegrass Brothers
New CD To Be Released On Mountain Fever – Spring 2012 Mountain Fever Records is proud to announce they have signed The Spinney Brothers, Canada’s International Bluegrass band to their label and will release their debut CD,Memories spring 2012. From the Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia, Canada, brothers Allan Spinney … Continue reading
Mountain Fever Records Signs Canadian Bluegrass Brothers
New CD To Be Released On Mountain Fever – Spring 2012 Mountain Fever Records is proud to announce they have signed The Spinney Brothers, Canada’s International Bluegrass band to their label and will release their debut CD,Memories spring 2012. From the Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia, Canada, brothers Allan Spinney … Continue reading
Mountain Fever Records Signs Canadian Bluegrass Brothers
New CD To Be Released On Mountain Fever – Spring 2012 Mountain Fever Records is proud to announce they have signed The Spinney Brothers, Canada’s International Bluegrass band to their label and will release their debut CD,Memories spring 2012. From the Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia, Canada, brothers Allan Spinney … Continue reading
Three Generational Singing Family Release Bluegrass Christmas CD
The Cockman Family release Christmas Album, “Maker of the Stars,” The album includes both traditional and original Christmas music. Merry Christmas from the Cockman Family The Cockman Family, Bluegrass Gospel Group from Sherrills Ford, North Carolina, since launching their performing career in February of 1988, has developed the classic family … Continue reading
Three Generational Singing Family Release Bluegrass Christmas CD
The Cockman Family release Christmas Album, “Maker of the Stars,” The album includes both traditional and original Christmas music. Merry Christmas from the Cockman Family The Cockman Family, Bluegrass Gospel Group from Sherrills Ford, North Carolina, since launching their performing career in February of 1988, has developed the classic family … Continue reading
Three Generational Singing Family Release Bluegrass Christmas CD
The Cockman Family release Christmas Album, “Maker of the Stars,” The album includes both traditional and original Christmas music. Merry Christmas from the Cockman Family The Cockman Family, Bluegrass Gospel Group from Sherrills Ford, North Carolina, since launching their performing career in February of 1988, has developed the classic family … Continue reading
A Skaggs Family Christmas Live Comes To RFD-TV December 8 & 9
Light The Fire, Pour Some Eggnog And Stoke Your Christmas Spirit A Skaggs Family Christmas Live comes to RFD-TVfor airings December 8 and 9. The hour-long extravaganza features Ricky, his wife Sharon, and their children Luke and Molly, and includes Buck and Cheryl White and Cheryl’s daughter Rachel Leftwich. Also … Continue reading
A Skaggs Family Christmas Live Comes To RFD-TV December 8 & 9
Light The Fire, Pour Some Eggnog And Stoke Your Christmas Spirit A Skaggs Family Christmas Live comes to RFD-TVfor airings December 8 and 9. The hour-long extravaganza features Ricky, his wife Sharon, and their children Luke and Molly, and includes Buck and Cheryl White and Cheryl’s daughter Rachel Leftwich. Also … Continue reading
A Skaggs Family Christmas Live Comes To RFD-TV December 8 & 9
Light The Fire, Pour Some Eggnog And Stoke Your Christmas Spirit A Skaggs Family Christmas Live comes to RFD-TVfor airings December 8 and 9. The hour-long extravaganza features Ricky, his wife Sharon, and their children Luke and Molly, and includes Buck and Cheryl White and Cheryl’s daughter Rachel Leftwich. Also … Continue reading
X-Train Says Goodbye to New Zealanders!
Guest Blogger Mark Miracle with X-Train Writes: Our last gig in New Zealand is now in the books…bummer. What a great country. We played in Dunedin, a university town just south of the 45th parallel, at an old church that is now a pub (!) which was situated on the … Continue reading
X-Train Says Goodbye to New Zealanders!
Guest Blogger Mark Miracle with X-Train Writes: Our last gig in New Zealand is now in the books…bummer. What a great country. We played in Dunedin, a university town just south of the 45th parallel, at an old church that is now a pub (!) which was situated on the … Continue reading
X-Train Says Goodbye to New Zealanders!
Guest Blogger Mark Miracle with X-Train Writes: Our last gig in New Zealand is now in the books…bummer. What a great country. We played in Dunedin, a university town just south of the 45th parallel, at an old church that is now a pub (!) which was situated on the … Continue reading
Della Mae Guest Blog #2 On The Road to Switzerland
Currently we are driving from the Black Forest region to Schaffhausen, Switzerland to play at the Kammgarn. As we drive through the countryside we are passing a land filled with plowed fields in various stages of growing. Werner tells me that it’s mostly Corn, Lettuce, Rye and Wheat this time … Continue reading
Della Mae Guest Blog #2 On The Road to Switzerland
Currently we are driving from the Black Forest region to Schaffhausen, Switzerland to play at the Kammgarn. As we drive through the countryside we are passing a land filled with plowed fields in various stages of growing. Werner tells me that it’s mostly Corn, Lettuce, Rye and Wheat this time … Continue reading
Della Mae Guest Blog #2 On The Road to Switzerland
Currently we are driving from the Black Forest region to Schaffhausen, Switzerland to play at the Kammgarn. As we drive through the countryside we are passing a land filled with plowed fields in various stages of growing. Werner tells me that it’s mostly Corn, Lettuce, Rye and Wheat this time … Continue reading
Bluegrass Concert to Benefit Nashville’s Homeless!
Station Inn, Nashville, Tenn. Sunday, December 11, 2011 “THE TWELFTH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BLUEGRASS BENEFIT” CONCERT FOR THE HOMELESS Your hosts Eddie & Martha Adcock, Donna Sonner, and Gene & June Johnson invite you to The Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue S., Nashville, Tenn. For a show benefitting the homeless of … Continue reading
Bluegrass Concert to Benefit Nashville’s Homeless!
Station Inn, Nashville, Tenn. Sunday, December 11, 2011 “THE TWELFTH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BLUEGRASS BENEFIT” CONCERT FOR THE HOMELESS Your hosts Eddie & Martha Adcock, Donna Sonner, and Gene & June Johnson invite you to The Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue S., Nashville, Tenn. For a show benefitting the homeless of … Continue reading
Bluegrass Concert to Benefit Nashville’s Homeless!
Station Inn, Nashville, Tenn. Sunday, December 11, 2011 “THE TWELFTH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BLUEGRASS BENEFIT” CONCERT FOR THE HOMELESS Your hosts Eddie & Martha Adcock, Donna Sonner, and Gene & June Johnson invite you to The Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue S., Nashville, Tenn. For a show benefitting the homeless of … Continue reading
SHOWCASE ARTISTS SOUGHT FOR IBMA BUSINESS CONFERENCE 2012
Deadline to Apply: January 16, 2012 The premiere opportunity to introduce talent and new music at IBMA’s annual World of Bluegrass conference comes in the form of “official” showcase performances which help the music industry assembled see what’s new in the music. These performances take place on a full soundstage … Continue reading
SHOWCASE ARTISTS SOUGHT FOR IBMA BUSINESS CONFERENCE 2012
Deadline to Apply: January 16, 2012 The premiere opportunity to introduce talent and new music at IBMA’s annual World of Bluegrass conference comes in the form of “official” showcase performances which help the music industry assembled see what’s new in the music. These performances take place on a full soundstage … Continue reading
SHOWCASE ARTISTS SOUGHT FOR IBMA BUSINESS CONFERENCE 2012
Deadline to Apply: January 16, 2012 The premiere opportunity to introduce talent and new music at IBMA’s annual World of Bluegrass conference comes in the form of “official” showcase performances which help the music industry assembled see what’s new in the music. These performances take place on a full soundstage … Continue reading
Elkins & Johansson To Perform at UNC-Chapel Hill
It’s been awhile since we’d heard about Julie Elkins, formerly with the highly acclaimed but short-lived Montana group “Kane’s River”. But we got a message from Morehead Planetarium and Science Center at UNC-Chapel Hill, in North Carolina asking us to publish an event coming up shortly for them. Julie Elkins … Continue reading
Elkins & Johansson To Perform at UNC-Chapel Hill
It’s been awhile since we’d heard about Julie Elkins, formerly with the highly acclaimed but short-lived Montana group “Kane’s River”. But we got a message from Morehead Planetarium and Science Center at UNC-Chapel Hill, in North Carolina asking us to publish an event coming up shortly for them. Julie Elkins … Continue reading
Elkins & Johansson To Perform at UNC-Chapel Hill
It’s been awhile since we’d heard about Julie Elkins, formerly with the highly acclaimed but short-lived Montana group “Kane’s River”. But we got a message from Morehead Planetarium and Science Center at UNC-Chapel Hill, in North Carolina asking us to publish an event coming up shortly for them. Julie Elkins … Continue reading
Russell Moore and IIIrd Tyme Out Set Chart Record
First time ever Bluegrass Music Profiles Top 30 Hot Singles Chart includes 4 singles from same artist Rural Rhythm Records is extremely proud to announce Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out hit #1 on Bluegrass Music Profiles Magazine’s (BMP) Top 10 Album Chart this month with PRIME TYME. The band … Continue reading
Russell Moore and IIIrd Tyme Out Set Chart Record
First time ever Bluegrass Music Profiles Top 30 Hot Singles Chart includes 4 singles from same artist Rural Rhythm Records is extremely proud to announce Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out hit #1 on Bluegrass Music Profiles Magazine’s (BMP) Top 10 Album Chart this month with PRIME TYME. The band … Continue reading
Russell Moore and IIIrd Tyme Out Set Chart Record
First time ever Bluegrass Music Profiles Top 30 Hot Singles Chart includes 4 singles from same artist Rural Rhythm Records is extremely proud to announce Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out hit #1 on Bluegrass Music Profiles Magazine’s (BMP) Top 10 Album Chart this month with PRIME TYME. The band … Continue reading
NewTown Releases New CD
NewTown is proud to announce their new self-titled CD has been shipped and is in the hands of radio programmers now. NewTown, comprised of Kati Penn on vocals and fiddle; Junior Williams on vocals and banjo; James Kee on vocals and mandolin; C.J. Cain on guitar; and Terry Poirier on … Continue reading
NewTown Releases New CD
NewTown is proud to announce their new self-titled CD has been shipped and is in the hands of radio programmers now. NewTown, comprised of Kati Penn on vocals and fiddle; Junior Williams on vocals and banjo; James Kee on vocals and mandolin; C.J. Cain on guitar; and Terry Poirier on … Continue reading
NewTown Releases New CD
NewTown is proud to announce their new self-titled CD has been shipped and is in the hands of radio programmers now. NewTown, comprised of Kati Penn on vocals and fiddle; Junior Williams on vocals and banjo; James Kee on vocals and mandolin; C.J. Cain on guitar; and Terry Poirier on … Continue reading
Tom T. Hall gets Grammy Nomination for Best Children’s Album!
I Love: Tom T. Hall’s Songs of Fox Hollow has been nominated for a 2011 Grammy Award for Best Children’s Album, the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences announced this week. You can hear the songs at www.songsoffoxhollow.com. Produced by Peter Cooper and Eric Brace, the CD is a … Continue reading
Tom T. Hall gets Grammy Nomination for Best Children’s Album!
I Love: Tom T. Hall’s Songs of Fox Hollow has been nominated for a 2011 Grammy Award for Best Children’s Album, the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences announced this week. You can hear the songs at www.songsoffoxhollow.com. Produced by Peter Cooper and Eric Brace, the CD is a … Continue reading
Tom T. Hall gets Grammy Nomination for Best Children’s Album!
I Love: Tom T. Hall’s Songs of Fox Hollow has been nominated for a 2011 Grammy Award for Best Children’s Album, the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences announced this week. You can hear the songs at www.songsoffoxhollow.com. Produced by Peter Cooper and Eric Brace, the CD is a … Continue reading
Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out Sign With Moonstruck Management!
Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out is very proud to announce they have signed with Josh Trivett and Peter Keiser of Moonstruck Management for exclusive booking and management representation. Moonstruck Management is a modern music management company that focuses on the country and bluegrass music business, incorporating artist development, management, … Continue reading
Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out Sign With Moonstruck Management!
Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out is very proud to announce they have signed with Josh Trivett and Peter Keiser of Moonstruck Management for exclusive booking and management representation. Moonstruck Management is a modern music management company that focuses on the country and bluegrass music business, incorporating artist development, management, … Continue reading
Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out Sign With Moonstruck Management!
Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out is very proud to announce they have signed with Josh Trivett and Peter Keiser of Moonstruck Management for exclusive booking and management representation. Moonstruck Management is a modern music management company that focuses on the country and bluegrass music business, incorporating artist development, management, … Continue reading
Grammy Nominations
Dr. Ralph Stanley, Alison Krauss, Jim Lauderdale, The Del McCoury Band, Chris Thile and Michael Daves along with Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers will be grassing the Grammy Awards celebrations and parties come February. All have been announced as nominees for Bluegrass Album of the Year by the … Continue reading
Grammy Nominations
Dr. Ralph Stanley, Alison Krauss, Jim Lauderdale, The Del McCoury Band, Chris Thile and Michael Daves along with Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers will be grassing the Grammy Awards celebrations and parties come February. All have been announced as nominees for Bluegrass Album of the Year by the … Continue reading
Grammy Nominations
Dr. Ralph Stanley, Alison Krauss, Jim Lauderdale, The Del McCoury Band, Chris Thile and Michael Daves along with Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers will be grassing the Grammy Awards celebrations and parties come February. All have been announced as nominees for Bluegrass Album of the Year by the … Continue reading
New Year Brings New Banjo Player for Monroe Crossing
18 year old David Robinson is the new man on the five-string for Monroe Crossing. Robinson replaces the retiring Benji Flaming. Like Benji before him, David is a very mature and driven young man with enormous talent. He’ll be joining the group in Bloomingdale, GA on January 13th for their … Continue reading
New Year Brings New Banjo Player for Monroe Crossing
18 year old David Robinson is the new man on the five-string for Monroe Crossing. Robinson replaces the retiring Benji Flaming. Like Benji before him, David is a very mature and driven young man with enormous talent. He’ll be joining the group in Bloomingdale, GA on January 13th for their … Continue reading
New Year Brings New Banjo Player for Monroe Crossing
18 year old David Robinson is the new man on the five-string for Monroe Crossing. Robinson replaces the retiring Benji Flaming. Like Benji before him, David is a very mature and driven young man with enormous talent. He’ll be joining the group in Bloomingdale, GA on January 13th for their … Continue reading
TV Alert: Steep Canyon Rangers on Jimmy Fallon
The Rangers sent a note to remind us to watch Late Night with Jimmy Fallon this Monday when they’ll be appearing with Steve Martin. Mon. 12/5 w/ STEVE MARTIN AIRS at 12:35 EST /11:35 Central(Check local listings) Don’t forget to check the Rangers Tour Page: www.steepcanyon.com/tour Tune in to: Prescription … Continue reading
TV Alert: Steep Canyon Rangers on Jimmy Fallon
The Rangers sent a note to remind us to watch Late Night with Jimmy Fallon this Monday when they’ll be appearing with Steve Martin. Mon. 12/5 w/ STEVE MARTIN AIRS at 12:35 EST /11:35 Central(Check local listings) Don’t forget to check the Rangers Tour Page: www.steepcanyon.com/tour Tune in to: Prescription … Continue reading
TV Alert: Steep Canyon Rangers on Jimmy Fallon
The Rangers sent a note to remind us to watch Late Night with Jimmy Fallon this Monday when they’ll be appearing with Steve Martin. Mon. 12/5 w/ STEVE MARTIN AIRS at 12:35 EST /11:35 Central(Check local listings) Don’t forget to check the Rangers Tour Page: www.steepcanyon.com/tour Tune in to: Prescription … Continue reading
DR. RALPH STANLEY NOMINATED FOR GRAMMY® AWARD
Dr. Stanley Earns nomination in the Best Bluegrass Album category, along with former Rebel artist The Steep Canyon Rangers Rebel recording artist Dr. Ralph Stanley has received a Grammy® nomination in the “Best Bluegrass Album” category for his recent gospel release A Mother’s Prayer, the National Academy of Recording Arts … Continue reading
DR. RALPH STANLEY NOMINATED FOR GRAMMY® AWARD
Dr. Stanley Earns nomination in the Best Bluegrass Album category, along with former Rebel artist The Steep Canyon Rangers Rebel recording artist Dr. Ralph Stanley has received a Grammy® nomination in the “Best Bluegrass Album” category for his recent gospel release A Mother’s Prayer, the National Academy of Recording Arts … Continue reading
DR. RALPH STANLEY NOMINATED FOR GRAMMY® AWARD
Dr. Stanley Earns nomination in the Best Bluegrass Album category, along with former Rebel artist The Steep Canyon Rangers Rebel recording artist Dr. Ralph Stanley has received a Grammy® nomination in the “Best Bluegrass Album” category for his recent gospel release A Mother’s Prayer, the National Academy of Recording Arts … Continue reading
Della Mae Tours Europe!
Della Mae, currently on tour throughout Germany, has agreed to become “Guest-Bloggers” here and share their adventures with us back home for the next 3 weeks. The group’s lead singer Celia Woodsmith sends us the ladies’ first report and we’ll remind you that you can listen in on a world-wide … Continue reading
Della Mae Tours Europe!
Della Mae, currently on tour throughout Germany, has agreed to become “Guest-Bloggers” here and share their adventures with us back home for the next 3 weeks. The group’s lead singer Celia Woodsmith sends us the ladies’ first report and we’ll remind you that you can listen in on a world-wide … Continue reading
Della Mae Tours Europe!
Della Mae, currently on tour throughout Germany, has agreed to become “Guest-Bloggers” here and share their adventures with us back home for the next 3 weeks. The group’s lead singer Celia Woodsmith sends us the ladies’ first report and we’ll remind you that you can listen in on a world-wide … Continue reading