Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out have been busy little bees this past few months, and it has taken its toll on one of the most gifted vocalists in bluegrass. If you caught any of their shows in February, you will
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Chris Wade gets the best possible news
For the past six months we have been following the medical saga of Chris Wade, the young banjo picker with Marty Raybon & Full Circle. In September of 2012, the 24-year old was given a diagnosis of Osteosarcoma, a form of
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Utility infielder sought for Dollywood
The good folks at Dollywood asked us to pass along that they are on the hunt for a utility player for the 2013 season, which runs from April 2013 to January 4, 2014. The successful applicant must play fiddle, and will be
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Bluegrass Weather Report bloopers
We know that the life of a Bluegrass Today Special Correspondent looks glamorous from the outside, but as this blooper reel demonstrates, it’s actually a fairly tough slog. If you see our Special Bluegrass Correspondent out and about, give him a
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Now you bake right…
... with Martha White. So goes the opening line of the most famous commercial in bluegrass history. It was first brought to the fore by Flatt & Scruggs in 1953 through their live shows, radio and television appearances. Lester and Earl
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January Mountain Tour 2013
Last month, Dale Ann Bradley and Steve Gulley spent two weeks in Europe, from January 22 through February 4. Billed as the January Mountain tour, they started out in Slovakia, where they hooked up with their band for the duration:
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Martin’s new Authentic Series guitars
Flatpickers and aficionados of dreadnaught guitars take note. C.F. Martin & Co.has introduced a number of prewar replicas - copies of their own vintage classics - among their Authentic Series instruments. During last month's NAMM show in Anaheim, CA, Martin unveiled
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The Ultimate Playlist for your Bluegrass Valentine
It’s finally here, fellas: Die Hard 5 hits theaters TODAY! Unfortunately, for most of you, Bruce Willis takes a backseat to Cupid. If you didn’t know by now, today is Valentine’s Day. How many of you have forgotten until now? And
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Valentine’s Day bluegrass from Doyle and The Bankesters
Happy Valentine's Day to everyone in the world of bluegrass! Here are a couple of special treats for the holiday. First up, a special rendition of Love Me Tender from Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver... Following the sentiments of the day, The Bankesters
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Trial date set in Webster/Grascals lawsuit
It appears that the legal dispute between The Grascals and Webster PR, their former management company, is heading to trial. A suit was brought against the band by Webster in January of 2012, alleging that The Grascals had reneged on prior










