Events

Our Special Correspondent is back with some more information from World of Bluegrass 2013.  

The late night showcases have always been a staple of IBMA's World of Bluegrass Business Conference. This year, the late night showcases have gone through a bit of change. Under the name "Bluegrass Ramble," the showcases have been moved from

Here's our Special Bluegrass Correspondent, chronicling his first day at the 2013 World of Bluegrass.  

Away from the advertised barrooms and dives of the Official Bluegrass Ramble, a small hotel suite at Raleigh's City Center Marriott was packed to the brim. It's a good thing the local fire marshall was unaware of this gig, because

Shortly after arriving at IBMA in Raleigh, we had a chance to chat with Slovak banjo picker Richard Cifersky, who shared news about his new solo album, his new band (Bill Faster), and his ongoing efforts to promote bluegrass music

Earlier this afternoon here in Raleigh, the International Bluegrass Music Association announced the winners of their 2013 Momentum Award. This honor, which debuted during last year's convention, is meant to bring attention to artists and business people in the early stages

The 13th Annual Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion festival wrapped up on Sunday. After some rain on Saturday, the sun and pleasant temps were a welcome change, obviously helping increase attendance on Sunday. Great weather and outstanding entertainment makes for

Veteran songwriter and bass player Jon Weisberger was elected chairman of IBMA’s board of directors today, as the World of Bluegrass conference got underway in Raleigh, N.C. Weisberger, who had been co-chairman, replaces Stan Zdonik, who was chairman for three years

Our friend, David Hollender, professor at Berklee College of Music in Boston, sent along this gallery of images from the FreshGrass festival in North Adams, Massachusetts this past weekend.

Here's our Special Bluegrass Correspondent with the Weather Report, focusing on the big IBMA convention this week in Raleigh.