Laura Tate Ridge sent along these photos from the Earl Scruggs tribute, held on stage as part of the Big Lick Festival in Oakboro, NC on April 13.
Little Roy Lewis
SEBA honor for Little Roy
This report was shared by C.S. “Charlie” Robinson of the Southeastern Bluegrass Association. On the occasion of his 70th birthday at a performance on Friday (2/24) in Foley, AL, the SouthEastern Bluegrass Association (SEBA) honored Little Roy Lewis with the organization’s first
Foggy Hollow returns to the Alabama Bluegrass Map
After 19 years of twice-annual concerts, promoters Glenn Williams and David Boley were in a quandary. Bad weather events and the poor economy resulted in low attendance at the twice-yearly festivals, which had been a staple in Northeast Alabama. Neither
Rudy’s Bluegrass in the Woods
Rudy’s Bluegrass in the Woods is as comfortable and cozy a site for a bluegrass festival as you will find in the South. Located in rural Anderson, SC, Rudy’s was established by the late Rudy Lowe. It is now owned
2011 Dove Awards
The winners of the 2011 Dove Awards from the Gospel Music Association were announced last night during their annual gala awards presentation in Atlanta. This year marked the 42nd presentation of these awards, which encompass a wide variety of Gospel
Rebekah Long to Liberty Pike
Valerie Smith has announced this morning that bass player and vocalist Rebekah Long has joined as the newest member of Liberty Pike. Rebekah had been performing as a member of The Little Roy & Lizzie Show, along with her twin sister,
James Roy “Pop” Lewis Memorial Highway
James Roy "Pop" Lewis passed away in 2004. The founder of bluegrass gospel group The Lewis Family, was 98 at the time. He is now being honored in his home town, as the road his family lived on has been
Lewis, Scruggs & Long: Lifetimes
Back in January, John posted about a CD in the works from new comer Lizzy Long. The CD was released last week and includes a bonus DVD featuring interviews with all three artists, and discussions about the recording process. What is
Earl, Little Roy… and Lizzy Long
What sort of talent must it take to convince bluegrass legends like Earl Scruggs and Little Roy Lewis to participate in the label debut release for a 23 year old artist? Or generate praise like this from Mr. Scruggs? "I have been
Bluegrasscountry.org celebrates their 5th birthday
The folks at BluegrassCountry.org are in a festive mood this week, as they celebrate the start of their fifth year of cybercasting bluegrass music, and two weeks of special programing and events in recognition of this milestone. This Internet bluegrass radio