• More On Wednesday Night at IBMA

    I heartily second John's comment about being too busy to post showcase reviews in a timely manner. But even if this is late, these bands are still very worthy of mention. As it happens, each of the groups I watched

  • Exhibit Hall Impressions

    This year's trade show exhibit hall seems to have noticeably fewer booths than in past years. (This picture labeled "Where's Gibson?" demonstrates this point admirably. Other long-time exhibitors notably absent are Huber Banjos and The Murphy Method.) Walking through the

  • A Seminar Sampling

    One of the things that IBMA promotes heavily is education---the music, and about the music business. To that end they have a wide variety of seminars throughout the week on topics ranging from the technical side of the music ("New

  • IBMA After Hours – Monday night

    The convention center was hopping last night for the late-night showcases, as it always is. It's impossible to see all the bands play, or even to see everyone that you want to, so I generally settle for a representative sampling.

  • The Grascals announce a new sponsor

    The Grascals announced today that they are partnering with a new sponsor: Mobil Delvac, a heavy duty diesel engine oil. They broke the news at a swanky media luncheon at The Palm restaurant in Nashville. As we ate our salads

  • Bluegrass and Bird Fest

    Come join this unique and exciting bluegrass event which raises money for the wildlife refuge in Ridgefield, Washington. The event features bluegrass shows, bluegrass jams, good food and good times, all in the name of protecting wildlife. The music starts at 11

  • Amy Gallatin and Stillwaters at the FIREBOX RESTAURANT

    "Amy Gallatin and Stillwaters " "Acoustic Country and Folk, with a touch of Bluegrass" Sunday. Sept 20, 2009, 5:00 PM At THE FIREBOX RESTAURANT 539 Broad St., Hartford, CT. 5:00-8:30 PM. Sunday Night Bluegrass Series 860-246-1222 With your hosts: Nick Novia-Joe DeLillo http://www.amygallatin.com The powerhouse duo of Amy Gallatin