No matter which way she ended up going, the bluegrass world would have always regarded Molly Tuttle as part of our community. We watched her grow up in her family band - initially as a banjo player - and ultimately
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Ethan Charles returns to IBMA
The International Bluegras Music Association has announced the hiring of Ethan Charles as Events Director at their office in Nashville. Given the importance of the annual World of Bluegrass convention and its associated events, this a position of great importance
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Kyle Cantrell announces online bluegrass streaming service
Long time SiriusXM radio host Kyle Cantrell has announced the imminent launch of a new 24/7 bluegrass radio service, which he calls BanjoRadio. Everything is set up and ready to go, and a launch date is set to be announced
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Life of a Musician receives Emmy nomination
Television programs that focus on bluegrass and acoustic string music are rare, which is precisely why we cherish them so much. Even rarer are ones that receive critical acclaim, especially right out of the gate. But this is exactly what
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Kevin and Debbie Williamson to West Virginia Country Music Hall of Fame
The West Virginia Country Music Hall of Fame have selected Kevin and Debbie Williamson, leaders of the family band, Williamson Branch, for induction this month. The husband and wife team are natives of Kenova, WV, and have been singing together since
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IBMA announces Board-appointed election results
The International Bluegrass Music Association has announced the results of a recent election by their Board of Directors, including At-Large members chosen by the Board, and the election of Officers and members of their Executive Committee. In addition to Board members
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Video Premiere: How Blue from Carson Peters & Iron Mountain
Billy Blue Records has released a performance music video for How Blue, their current single with Carson Peters & Iron Mountain. This is one that was originally intended for bluegrass, written by John Moffatt, but country legend Reba McEntire grabbed it
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Colonel Terry Thacker passes
Popular Indiana bluegrass radio host Terry Thacker died on May 31. For nearly 30 years he hosted Colonel Terry's Bluegrass Corner Sunday mornings on WAWK, 95.5 The Hawk in Kendallville, IN. Until the station began simulcasting their signal online, Terry's
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Lead and Iron video from Henhouse Prowlers
Chicago's Henhouse Prowlers are back with another single and music video, Lead and Iron, the title track from their upcoming Dark Shadow Recording project, due in September. Despite the long-haired vibe, the Prowlers play in a traditional bluegrass style, tempered by
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Video Premiere: Sweet Temptation from Tommy Emmanuel with Del McCoury Band
For the latest single from his Accomplice Two album, guitar maestro Tommy Emmanuel has a music video with the Del McCoury Band on the Merle Travis classic, Sweet Temptation. Bluegrass and country fans alike will recall Ricky Skaggs' 1979 recording of