From David Grisman, to Byron Berline and Chris Thile, among others, California has been home to some of bluegrass music's strongest talents. One such artist, the Crying Uncle Bluegrass Band, is a youthful unit garnering recognition for their identifiable take
Based in Williamsburg, Kentucky, Tidalwave Road grabbed the bluegrass world’s attention after winning the SamJam Band Competition in 2023. Their grand prize was three days of studio time at Bonfire Studios in Piedmont, SC. The aptly named EP, The Bonfire
If there ever was an album title that summed up bluegrass music, it would definitely be the name of the latest release from Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers on Billy Blue Records. Mullins says himself in the liner
Though Kody Norris has been active in bluegrass music for well over a decade, The Kody Norris Show's star has been steadily rising. With continuous wins at the annual SPBGMA convention for their high energy stage show and instrumental prowess,
If there's only a single word to describe the music of Florida native Amanda Cook, that word would be compelling. It applies to her vocals, her selection of material and those who comprise her backing band. All of this is
According to Merriam-Webster's Dictionary, the definition for the phrase, "level best," is "one's best effort at doing something." This description perfectly sums up Drivin' The Blue, the third release from Level Best, an internationally touring band comprised of veteran pickers and singers. This
When fiddler George Jackson met banjoist Brad Kolodner ten years ago in a late night jam session at the Appalachian String Band Music Festival in Clifftop, West Virginia, it was the beginning of a deep and lasting musical bond. After
Based in Southwest Missouri, Route 3 has garnered a loyal following for their standout original material and pure energy. Within a six month period, the group has released two projects on Pinecastle Records that capture both of these elements and
While there are bluegrass artists with a strong traditional feel in their sound, there's a select few who can successfully combine it alongside contemporary, original material. New England's Rock Hearts fall into that category without question. The group's third release, Unfinished
Formed by students of the esteemed bluegrass program at ETSU in Johnson City, TN, Pythagoras is a self-described progressive band which combines elements of traditional bluegrass and jam grass alongside fresh, contemporary ideas. The group's debut album, appropriately titled Theorem, demonstrates their youthful
