Archiving Appalachia is a new non-profit organization in West Virginia dedicated to preserving regional traditions of old time and bluegrass music by offering educational opportunities to learn the music, especially for children. But their work will be directed to all ages,
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Apollo Picks, endorsed by Mike Marshall and Norman Blake
For several months we have trying to pin down Nik Monnin, the man behind the new Apollo Picks, which have created quite a stir in the bluegrass and acoustic music world. But Nik is a busy guy, not only doing
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Custom mandolin case for Doyle Lawson made by Cody Shuler
We told you in November about the Gibson Bill Monroe Hall of Fame mandolin presented to Doyle Lawson at the Station Inn by David Harvey of Gibson. The mandolin, one of only seven ever made, is an exact replica of
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ICON gig bags from Gator Cases
Gator Cases in Florida has introduced a new semi-rigid gig bag for guitarists that want serious protection for their instrument with the light weight and ease of carrying of a padded bag. Billed as the Gator ICON series, these bags feature
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Congratulations Wyatt and Charity!
Wyatt Harman, bass player with Zach Top and Modern Tradition and That Dalton Gang, was wed on November 27 to Charity Ross, following a two year engagement. The wedding was held at the beautiful historic Arcadia Valley Academy in Ironton, Missouri. The
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J.D. Crowe recovering after brief hospitalization
J.D. Crowe at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass - photo © Bill Evans Banjo legend J.D. Crowe is recovering after being hospitalized late last month. We understand that he is currently in a rehab center, though his son, David, tells us that he
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Deering introduces Jens Kruger signature banjo strings
The Deering Banjo Company has announced the introduction of a signature banjo string made especially to the specifications of master banjo player, Jens Kruger. A Swiss native, Jens came to the United States with his brother, Uwe, after launching a professional
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More artists showcasing at the Battlefield Bluegrass Festival
In August we featured some of the bands that performed at the recent Battlefield Bluegrass Festival, Naseby, Northamptonshire. This instalment presents five other British groups showcasing their talents during the weekend event in July. Essex-born Dave Morris grew up in a family
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Enter to win in the annual Becky Buller Band Ugly Christmas Sweater contest
With Christmas music playing everywhere we go, and the year end chill already in the air in most of the northern hemisphere, it's time once again for the 4th annual Becky Buller Band Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest. As in years past,
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Arne Sørensen – Danish bluegrass pioneer retires from organizing concerts
This report is a contribution from Lars Hansen, a member of the Board of Directors for Bluegrass Music Denmark. After a lifetime of organizing concerts in Denmark, and bringing European and US bands to Copenhagen, Arne Sørensen has retired as chair