David Bromberg and all the blues that’s fit to play (and then some)
Bromberg plays multiple styles while singing quirky songs with a straight face and distinctive voice.
All posts tagged: Bluegrass Music
Exploring the roots and branches of American folk music with Low Lily
Low Lily explores the roots and branches of American folk music with traditional influences and modern inspiration.
Classic bluegrass delivered in royal style by the Earls of Leicester
Classic Flatt & Scruggs from the Earls of Leicester. Bluegrass doesn’t get any better than this.
Jake Blount’s path through metal and funk to get to the Appalachian music of the Black community
A gay and black performer working in Appalachian music, Blount features “historically informed, beautifully played old-time music.”
The darkest hour is just before dawn
After the insurrection at the Capitol, remember that it is darkest just before dawn.
New Year’s Eve brings songs for Jack, Jim, and all of their friends
A special New Year’s Eve edition with music as you lift a glass to finally say goodbye to 2020.
Tony Rice, R.I.P.
Tony Rice, one of the most influential acoustic guitarists of the last 50 years, passed away on Christmas Day. Rest in peace.
The Saturday Soundtrack 2020 top ten
The top ten posts – chosen by reader views – from the Saturday Soundtrack series in 2020.
The gift of new favorites
Some new favorites uncovered while composing Saturday Soundtracks in 2020.
Doc Watson’s Deep River Blues
The line from Doc Watson includes prestigious musicians and basement buskers. Here’s a tune they all love.
