Despite any indication offered otherwise by their handle, The Stanley County Cut-ups take their music quite seriously. Based in the longitudinal centre of Canada, specifically, the city of Winnipeg, Manitoba — or as the group's Tim Osmond describes it, "14
As their first joint recording since 2008's Something 'Bout You, Homespun could be considered a reunion of sorts for two artists that can claim each substantial credits all on their own. Vocalist Amy Gallatin has been a staple of the
Singer, guitarist, producer, and composer Beppe Gambetta was born in Genoa, Italy, but his influences reflect a variety of world influences, including those of both European and American origin. Gambetta's new album leans decidedly towards the latter, and with special
Spooky Ride, a band based out of Montreal in Canada, isn't at all as ominous as their title may imply. The brainchild of dobro player Pascal Richard, the group's aim has always been to bridge the divide between traditional bluegrass
With 24 albums under her belt, one would think Laurie Lewis would be more widely known by now. However that lack of greater recognition outside of the acoustic world is by no means her fault. Although her musical orientation has
As if the title of his new album wasn't evidence enough, J.M. Clifford proves to be an individual of varied intent. A singer, songwriter, guitarist, and music educator from Brooklyn, New York, he shares a sound that draws equally from
There’s something to be said for family ties, especially when it comes to making music. The Jacksons and the Osmond Brothers proved that point long ago. The McCourys did the same while making their mark in bluegrass, as did The
Widely-celebrated bluegrass singer and bassist John Cowan contributed as much as any of his generation to bringing the music from past to present. When he replaced original bassist Ebo Walker in the groundbreaking '70s ensemble, New Grass Revival, he helped
Becky Buller is an exceptional musician who is widely regarded in bluegrass realms. She grew up making music with her parents in a Southern Minnesota band called Prairie Grass, and wrote her first songs while still in middle school. Later,
Irene Kelley - photo by Jason Lee Denton Irene Kelley’s love of music has been imbued in her memory practically from the very beginning. She became wholly entranced by it while hearing it for the first time in her dad's basement
