This post comes from our semi-regular correspondent, Richard Thompson. He writes from England, where he is also a longstanding contributor to British Bluegrass News, a quarterly print publication where he also briefly served as editor. Recently we reported on the then
Miscellaneous bluegrass news
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Single Mic: history and techniques
For those interested in the single mic technique used by some bluegrass performers, the Bluegrass Wales website has an interesting article posted about this much used technique. The article covers the history and techniques involved in using a single mic for
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South Plains College still accepting applications
John wrote back in January and February about the faculty position opening at South Plains College due to the retirement of banjo teacher Alan Munde. I received a call the other day from Cary Banks the Creative Music Department head,
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CMT feature on The Station Inn
Here's an interesting story that I missed while I was out of town last week. CMT.com put up a nice feature last Wednesday on Nashville's long-time bluegrass headquarters, The Station Inn. Since the club first began promoting bluegrass shows in the
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Dale Perry latest Huber endorser
Continental Divide banjo picker Dale Perry is the most recent respected 5 string pro to sign on as a Huber Banjos endorser. He joins such top banjo players as Sammy Shelor, Jim Mills, Ron Block, Cia Cherryholmes, Jason Burleson and
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Paul Williams in Knoxnews
Knoxnews.com has a feature article today about mandolinist/singer Paul Williams. The article presents a thorough biography of Williams' music career, starting with his time spent in Jimmy Martin's Sunny Mountain Boys and completing the story with Williams' current band, The
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Rounder and Borders Celebrate Bluegrass Month
May is Bluegrass Month and Rounder Records has teamed up with Borders Books & Music to promote and celebrate bluegrass music at all Borders stores nationwide. During the entire month, when you purchase a Rounder bluegrass release you'll receive
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Dr. Doyle Lawson
Doyle Lawson will soon be joining the ranks of bluegrass heros such as Ralph Stanley who have a Dr. in front of their names. We just found out that King College in Bristol, TN will be honoring Doyle with a
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Leadership Music Digital Summit – an attendee’s impressions
A fews weeks ago, we posted some information about the 3rd annual Leadership Music Digital Summit, held in Nashville on April 24. Our friend Archie Warnock, who attended the summit, agreed to share his impressions of the event with our
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Ralph Stanley to entertain the Queen
As part of the official welcoming ceremony for the Queen of England's visit to Virginia, Ralph Stanley & The Clinch Mountain Boys will headline a special tribute to the state's musical heritage. The show is scheduled for 1:00-5:00 p.m. on