The banjo is a musical instrument that has been a staple in American folk music for centuries. It has a unique sound that sets it…
The Banjo: A Timeless Icon of American Roots Music
Tag: Bluegrass
From Venezuelan Llanera Music to American Bluegrass: ‘Nuevo South Train’ Explores Musical Crossroads
Larry & Joe – Nuevo South Train (self-release, 2023) “Nuevo South Train” is an alluring collaboration between Venezuelan musician Larry Bellorín and American banjo player…
Savor the Delicious and Versatile Flavors of Arkansauce
Arkansauce – OK to Wonder (self-release, 2023) The progressive bluegrass band, Arkansauce, renowned for their innovative string quartet compositions, hails from Arkansas and unveiled their…
“Curious Times”: Mark Stoffel’s Latest Release Captures the Mood of the Spring 2020 Lockdown
Mark Stoffel, a German-born mandolin player residing in southern Illinois, has released a new composition titled “Curious Times.” Inspired by the uncertain atmosphere of the…
Exploring the Resonator Guitar: A Beloved Instrument in the Bluegrass Scene
(headline image: Gold Tone Paul Beard Signature Series PBR Roundneck resonator guitar) A resonator guitar, also known as a resophonic guitar, is a type of…
Artist Profiles: The Rifters of New Mexico
The Rifters are a musical group that originated in the vibrant and creative music scene of Taos, New Mexico in 2002. The band was formed…
Artist Profiles: Banjoist Gina Furtado
Gina Furtado, a native of Front Royal, Virginia, began her musical journey during her adolescent years touring along the eastern coast of the United States…
Buster Sledge, Norwegian Americana
Buster Sledge – Call Home (Heilo, 2022) “Call Home,” the second album by the American-Norwegian trio Buster Sledge, released under the Heilo label in May…
I Am A Pilgrim, Doc Watson at 100, An Awe-Inspring Album
Various Artists – I Am A Pilgrim, Doc Watson at 100 (FLi Records/Budde Music, 2023) “I Am A Pilgrim: Doc Watson at 100” is a…
Bluegrass Band Chris Jones & The Night Drivers Deliver a Laid-Back Song “Blow Whistle”
Chris Jones & The Night Drivers, a highly regarded bluegrass band, have recently unveiled their latest single “Blow Whistle” (Mountain Home Music Company), a relaxed…