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Following on the heels of his percussion thunderation earlier this week, Doyle Lawson found himself in a ceremonial role last night, serving as the Grand Marshall for the 31st Annual Bristol Christmas Parade. He waved and smiled like a real parade pro as the procession moved down historic State Street in Bristol, the famed dividing line between [...]
Long time fans probably know that Doyle Lawson can play all the bluegrass instruments, and quite well. His first real job in bluegrass was playing banjo with Jimmy Martin in the 1960s, followed by a gig with J.D. Crowe on guitar, before becoming known primarily as a mandolinist. The bluegrass world was mildly scandalized when Doyle [...]
This gallery of photos from last weekend's South Carolina State Bluegrass festival are a contribution from Laura Tate Photography.
Another bluegrass baby! Mason Parker McKinnon was born this morning (11/7/12) at 11:57 a.m. to Kevin and Kendra McKinnon. He came in at 6 lbs, 12 oz; everyone is doing well. Kevin is a powerhouse multi-instrumentalist, having worked with both Carrie Hassler and Still-House. He is currently touring as audio engineer with Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver. Congratulations to [...]
The people have spoken, and selected Doyle Lawson as the President of Bluegrass. By a strong plurality, Doyle edged out Del McCoury (37%-30%) in our Bluegrass Today poll on the question: Who would you vote for as the President of Bluegrass? No other candidate came close, with the write-in category actually taking 3rd place. It [...]
Today's the day... Don't forget to vote in our Bluegrass Today poll to select The President of Bluegrass. We'll keep it open until midnight tonight (PST). At this point, it's neck and neck between Doyle Lawson and Del McCoury, with Doyle starting to pull into the lead. Take Our Poll
With the elections in their final stretch in the US, it seems like a good time to poll our readers for a vote on a chief executive of our beloved bluegrass music. Which of these bluegrass icons would earn your vote? Feel free to write in your own candidate. Take Our Poll
Bluegrass artists seem to be getting quite a workout these days before sporting events. Both in the college and professional ranks, the past few months have seen IIIrd Tyme Out, and Del McCoury taking the field to perform the national anthem before football games. Both Doyle Lawson and Monroeville have sung The Star Spangled Banner [...]
Last night in Nashville, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver picked up the 2012 Vocal Group or Band of the Year trophy at the Inspirational Country Music Awards ceremony. These awards honor artists who excel each year in the fields of Christian and inspirational country music, sometimes described as positive country, though bluegrass is also recognized. And taking [...]
Bluegrass First Class has long been considered among the top destination events on the festival calendar for bluegrass fans. Held in February each year, the BFC offers a respite from the winter's bluegrass isolation at a "first class" indoor resort, for what many think of as the opening of the festival season each year. But [...]
