Author: John Lawless

In most any discussion about the future of bluegrass, the subject of getting and keeping young people interested in the music inevitably comes up. We all know it's important, but how often do we actually take action in support of that

Summer can be the hardest time to get things done. Anyone who can looks for time to get away, and even those of us left at work can be distracted by sunny skies, warm temperatures and dreams of next month's

A new album, This Is My Crowd, from the Marksmen Quartet is due July 31 on Rural Rhythm Christian. The group is under the direction of Dr. Earle Wheeler, who developed a love for bluegrass Gospel music from his father, a Baptist

While prowling the trade show floor at the 2012 Summer NAMM show, Eric Tapp discovered a strap company with an interesting concept for using recycled materials. Here is his interview with Jennifer Tabor of Souldier. She tells an inspiring story of

Terry Herd caught up with Fishman's Cory Congilio during the Summer 2012 NAMM show in Nashville earlier this month. They spoke about the Fishman Aura Spectrum DI system, which uses modeling software to help acoustic guitarists avoid the slappy sound so common when

Noted Appalachian pencil artist Willard Gayheart has created a special piece to benefit the popular bluegrass television program, Song Of The Mountains. The piece was officially unveiled on June 30 at the Appalachian Spirit Gallery in Marion, VA. 450 limited edition prints will

Laura Tate Ridge has sent along a nice set of photos from last weekend's Wayside Bluegrass Festival in Stuart, VA.  

OK... it's official. What most any bluegrass watcher has known was inevitable has been announced. Shannon Slaughter is leaving his position with Lou Reid & Carolina to focus his energy on County Clare, his own group with his talented wife, Heather. Shannon told

We still have a few more video interviews from last week's Summer NAMM show in Nashville, which we will post over the next week or so. The show is a prime opportunity for distributors and manufacturers to introduce new products to

Richard Bennett left a powerful mark on bluegrass music in the 1990s as lead vocalist and guitarist with J.D. Crowe & The New South. His strong rhythm and lead guitar, distinctive vocal style and crisp songwriting were a hallmark of