Author: John Lawless

Alternative rap isn't the most likely source for bluegrass covers, even less so for a clean-cut family band. But that is exactly what Echo Valley has chosen for their latest single, going with Crabbuckit, a 2004 release from Kevin Brereton, more

As we start a new year, we recognize a special anniversary for a family business that has served the bluegrass industry for five decades. The Deering Banjo Company is celebrating 50 years in 2025! The company was launched in 1975 by

Here is a look at the most played songs on bluegrass radio for the year 2024. These numbers are compiled from our weekly bluegrass playlist charts, adding total spins for the year to determine the songs played most frequently during

Bluegrass singer and multi-instrumentalist Luke Shamblin is back at it after almost a decade away from recording with a new single. Luke tells us that after he left Melvin Goins in 2013 he returned to school to obtain his Masters in

The DC Bluegrass Union has scheduled a special tribute show on January 24 honoring the life and music of Hazel Dickens. And in keeping with Ms. Hazel's passion for female artists, headlining the concert will be Dede Wyland with an All-Star, All-Girl

The Blue Ridge Center for Music & Creative Arts, located amongst Virginia's Shenandoah Mountains in Madison County, is completing its first year of operation, providing opportunities for creators and students to work and learn together. Founded in the summer of 2023,

Asheville, NC's Songs From The Road Band has a new single on offer at the end of the year. From its title, Where The Road Goes, and the band name you might think that these guys are a bit obsessed

Coming to Netflix on December 31 is a new documentary celebrating Norman's Rare Guitars, the home for vintage instruments in Los Angeles since it was opened by Norman Harris in 1975. Titled Norman's Rare Guitars Documentary, the film was directed by

Popular music venue the Stompin' Ground dance hall in Maggie Valley, NC caught fire earlier this afternoon, and based on photos from the scene, it appears that extensive damage has occurred. The venue has hosted plenty of bluegrass and country shows

Mountain Fever Records has released a clever animated music video for their current single for bluegrass singer/songwriter Mason Via, Falling. Mason has a particular knack for songwriting, which is evident in this one created with Charlie and Dover Chamberlain. It captures the