Nechville Musical Products has announced a new signature artist model for Billy Failing, banjo picker with Billy Strings. It's a Vintage Eclipse model, but made with a maple neck and resonator, using the Nechville Heli-Mount integrated pot system. Like the
Steve Bruce, the banjo pickin' pastor from LaFollette, TN, has released another single from his all-instrumental project, What I Know Now. Even though all the tracks are banjo tunes, Steve says that they were all inspired by bits of scripture that
Cory Walker has made a name for himself as one of Nashville's most accomplished banjoists. Working with numerous artists such as Sierra Hull, The Dillards, Ricky Skaggs, Kix Brooks, and currently East Nash Grass, Cory has always been surrounded by
Rockin' Todd Taylor is back with a new single release, and accompanying music video, featuring his signature style of rock 'n' roll banjo. But instead of a cover of an '80s rock classic, this time out it's a song he
Mountain Fever Records has a third single out now from Nashville banjo phenom Cory Walker, taken from his upcoming solo album, School Project, which is set to drop next week. They've selected One Too Many Mornings, a Bob Dylan song the
Terry Baucom, one of the most iconic and important banjo players of the past five decades, has announced his intention of retiring from active touring. He will make one last appearance this weekend with his band, The Dukes of Drive,
Deering has introduced a new set of banjos in its Goodtime series, meant as a tribute to the Art Deco period of the 1920s in the United States. Hardwood neck inlays and bronze powder coated metal parts convey the design
Alan Munde needs no introduction in the world of banjo. The American Banjo Hall of Fame member has inspired and taught legions of players through his numerous recordings, instructional materials, and at music workshops nationwide. His latest solo release, Excelsior, gives
Chad Day - photo © Laci Mack North Carolina's Deeper Shade of Blue has a new band member, Chad Day, joining the Pinecastle Records artists on banjo. Day replaces Steve Wilson who left to focus on his Wilson Banjo Company. His
Roger Sprung, the innovative five-string banjo player, popular instructor and successful instrument dealer, widely recognized as "the Godfather of Progressive Bluegrass," and a pioneer of newgrass, passed away in Newtown, Connecticut, where he had made his home for many years.
