Veteran bluegrass band Special Consensus is celebrating its 45th anniversary with Chicago Barn Dance (Compass Records). The new project is a love note of sorts…
Special Consensus Celebrates Its 45th Anniversary with Chicago Barn Dance
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Harrycane Orchestra Releases Dark Makam
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