On March 20, Larry Keel and Natural Bridge independently release their 9th CD entitled, Classic, with the trademark blend of ultra powerful acoustic instrumentation, penetrating vocals and intelligent and gutsy song-writing. Classic features flatpicking guitar legend Larry Keel leading the charge with his gravelly voice and blazing licks; Jenny Keel on bass and vocals; Mark Schimick on mandolin; Will Lee holding it down on banjo.
The Gatlinburg Special Events Office is pleased to announce that it will be holding auditions for the 2012 Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales cast. Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales is a summer-long street entertainment program based on live Appalachian music, storytelling and clogging. This will be the seventh season of Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales. The program runs from June 15 through August 11.
After being blacklisted during the Red Scare of the 1950s, folk song revivalist, civil rights advocate, and social activist Pete Seeger began performing unannounced "community concerts" at schools, camps and community centers. Seeger considers these performances to be some of his most important work. On April 17, 2012, Smithsonian Folkways will release The Complete Bowdoin College Concert 1960, recorded live on campus at the Brunswick, ME, school in 1960.
Napa, CA -- ArtistWorks, the leading music education platform, has unveiled an online super campus at ArtistWorks.com by bringing together their thirteen online music schools, giving learners worldwide access to one of the largest collections of music lessons and music teachers online. The ArtistWorks Bluegrass Music Series was their first venture and the academy has expanded into many other music styles and instruments.
Louisburg, NC -- Libra Music Productions and the Franklin County Arts Council proudly announce the inaugural event of a series of musical concerts featuring exclusively young emerging bluegrass artists. This first concert will take place at 7:30 PM on March 17, 2012 at the Seby B. Jones Performing Arts Center in the Frances B. Dickson Auditorium on the campus of Louisburg College, Louisburg, North Carolina.
Just a wee bit over 2 weeks away is the most affordable songwriter seminar in music education. You can count on great camaraderie and the most fun. There will also be an Open-Mic Songwriting contest for the first 30 to sign up. Don't forget about the After Hours Jam Sessions too.
The San Francisco Bluegrass & Old-Time Festival is an all-volunteer, non-profit festival bringing great music to venues across the Bay Area since 1999. Headlining acts hail from across the US, and California's own bluegrass and old-time traditions are supported through local showcases, musicians' workshops and the Bay Area battle of the bands. The Festival is sponsored by the Northern California Bluegrass Society, and underwritten by generous donations from Bay Area music fans. To participate and contribute, visit http://www.sfbluegrass.org
Nashville, TN -- The Americana Music Association announced today that Levon Helm will bring his heralded Ramble on the Road back to the historic Ryman Auditorium on Sunday May 6, 2012. Tickets are priced at $65, $55 and $45 and will go on sale Friday March 9 at 10 AM Central Time available at all Ticketmaster locations, the Ryman Box office and Ryman.com.
Nashville, TN -- Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver received a standing ovation from the members of the Tennessee State Senate after performing two hymns a cappella on the Senate floor Monday evening at the State Capitol in Nashville.
Nashville, TN -- Rural Rhythm Records is proud to announce the new album release, Chronology, Volume One by the award-winning Lonesome River Band. The album is the first of three 8 song EPS releasing this year commemorating the band's thirty year milestone. "Lonesome River Band has done what few bands have done, continuously reinvented itself through the years, staying both popular and relevant," said Keith Lawrence (Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer and Bluegrass Notes Reviewer).
Burlington, KY -- Boone County Public Library's “Live @ the Library” free concert series brings a newcomer to the stage this month. Brittany Gillstrap will perform at the Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, on Friday, February 10 at 7 p.m. Brittany is a 19 year old singer-songwriter from Glencoe, who has won numerous local talent contests. Most recently, she was the winner of Boone County Public Library's teen Battle of the Bands. As part of her prize for winning the contest, she has been invited to showcase her original blend of sweetness and soul on the stage at the Main Library. Brittany's talents promise to take her far. Don't miss your chance to say you saw her perform before she was a big star!
Willis, VA -- Mountain Fever Records is proud to announce the release of Brand New Day, the latest CD from North Carolina-based Sweet Potato Pie. Sweet Potato Pie has been entertaining audiences for over a decade with their classy blend of bluegrass, country and gospel music mixed together in a style called "sweetgrass".
Martinsburg, WV -- Bluegrass band Circa Blue has released their self-titled debut album, featuring a number of originals, as well as the band's own unique spin on some traditional favorites. "This album is the result of hard work and a lot of heart," said Steve Harris, vocalist/guitarist for the band. "Our goal was to showcase our creativity and musicality, which I believe we captured perfectly. We strive to be unique and believe fans of all musical genres will find something they enjoy."
There are people who are quick to volunteer their help in a time of need. A person who is always willing to help a friend or even a stranger who is in need of help. One of these people is bluegrass/country musician Phil Leadbetter, he has been helping folks throughout his life as in his earlier years he was a trained head injury rehabilitation nurse. Phil,who left the nursing field and followed his life long dream to become a musician, has backed such artists as the late Grandpa Jones and Vern Gosdin. Uncle Phil, as he is affectionately known, has also been a member of J.D. Crowe & The New South, Wildfire and the group, Grasstowne and who of late was performing with The Whites,an American country music group.
Sevierville, TN -- The two-day lineup for the 8th Annual Bloomin' Barbeque & Bluegrass festival is finalized. The event will be held on May 18 and 19 in Sevierville, Tennessee and will feature The Travelin' McCourys as the headlining act of this year's festival. The Bloomin' Barbeque & Bluegrass Festival has been named a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 event for the month of May.
On March 20, Larry Keel and Natural Bridge independently release their 9th CD entitled, Classic, with the trademark blend of ultra powerful acoustic instrumentation, penetrating vocals and intelligent and gutsy song-writing. Classic features flatpicking guitar legend Larry Keel leading the charge with his gravelly voice and blazing licks; Jenny Keel on bass and vocals; Mark Schimick on mandolin; Will Lee holding it down on banjo.
The Gatlinburg Special Events Office is pleased to announce that it will be holding auditions for the 2012 Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales cast. Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales is a summer-long street entertainment program based on live Appalachian music, storytelling and clogging. This will be the seventh season of Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales. The program runs from June 15 through August 11.
After being blacklisted during the Red Scare of the 1950s, folk song revivalist, civil rights advocate, and social activist Pete Seeger began performing unannounced "community concerts" at schools, camps and community centers. Seeger considers these performances to be some of his most important work. On April 17, 2012, Smithsonian Folkways will release The Complete Bowdoin College Concert 1960, recorded live on campus at the Brunswick, ME, school in 1960.
Napa, CA -- ArtistWorks, the leading music education platform, has unveiled an online super campus at 
Louisburg, NC -- Libra Music Productions and the Franklin County Arts Council proudly announce the inaugural event of a series of musical concerts featuring exclusively young emerging bluegrass artists. This first concert will take place at 7:30 PM on March 17, 2012 at the Seby B. Jones Performing Arts Center in the Frances B. Dickson Auditorium on the campus of Louisburg College, Louisburg, North Carolina.
Just a wee bit over 2 weeks away is the most affordable songwriter seminar in music education. You can count on great camaraderie and the most fun. There will also be an Open-Mic Songwriting contest for the first 30 to sign up. Don't forget about the After Hours Jam Sessions too.
The San Francisco Bluegrass & Old-Time Festival is an all-volunteer, non-profit festival bringing great music to venues across the Bay Area since 1999. Headlining acts hail from across the US, and California's own bluegrass and old-time traditions are supported through local showcases, musicians' workshops and the Bay Area battle of the bands. The Festival is sponsored by the Northern California Bluegrass Society, and underwritten by generous donations from Bay Area music fans. To participate and contribute, visit 
Nashville, TN -- The Americana Music Association announced today that Levon Helm will bring his heralded Ramble on the Road back to the historic Ryman Auditorium on Sunday May 6, 2012. Tickets are priced at $65, $55 and $45 and will go on sale Friday March 9 at 10 AM Central Time available at all Ticketmaster locations, the Ryman Box office and 
Nashville, TN -- Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver received a standing ovation from the members of the Tennessee State Senate after performing two hymns a cappella on the Senate floor Monday evening at the State Capitol in Nashville.
Nashville, TN -- Rural Rhythm Records is proud to announce the new album release, Chronology, Volume One by the award-winning Lonesome River Band. The album is the first of three 8 song EPS releasing this year commemorating the band's thirty year milestone. "Lonesome River Band has done what few bands have done, continuously reinvented itself through the years, staying both popular and relevant," said Keith Lawrence (Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer and Bluegrass Notes Reviewer).
Burlington, KY -- Boone County Public Library's “Live @ the Library” free concert series brings a newcomer to the stage this month. Brittany Gillstrap will perform at the Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, on Friday, February 10 at 7 p.m. Brittany is a 19 year old singer-songwriter from Glencoe, who has won numerous local talent contests. Most recently, she was the winner of Boone County Public Library's teen Battle of the Bands. As part of her prize for winning the contest, she has been invited to showcase her original blend of sweetness and soul on the stage at the Main Library. Brittany's talents promise to take her far. Don't miss your chance to say you saw her perform before she was a big star!
Willis, VA -- Mountain Fever Records is proud to announce the release of Brand New Day, the latest CD from North Carolina-based Sweet Potato Pie. Sweet Potato Pie has been entertaining audiences for over a decade with their classy blend of bluegrass, country and gospel music mixed together in a style called "sweetgrass".
Martinsburg, WV -- Bluegrass band Circa Blue has released their self-titled debut album, featuring a number of originals, as well as the band's own unique spin on some traditional favorites. "This album is the result of hard work and a lot of heart," said Steve Harris, vocalist/guitarist for the band. "Our goal was to showcase our creativity and musicality, which I believe we captured perfectly. We strive to be unique and believe fans of all musical genres will find something they enjoy."
There are people who are quick to volunteer their help in a time of need. A person who is always willing to help a friend or even a stranger who is in need of help. One of these people is bluegrass/country musician Phil Leadbetter, he has been helping folks throughout his life as in his earlier years he was a trained head injury rehabilitation nurse. Phil,who left the nursing field and followed his life long dream to become a musician, has backed such artists as the late Grandpa Jones and Vern Gosdin. Uncle Phil, as he is affectionately known, has also been a member of J.D. Crowe & The New South, Wildfire and the group, Grasstowne and who of late was performing with The Whites,an American country music group.
Sevierville, TN -- The two-day lineup for the 8th Annual Bloomin' Barbeque & Bluegrass festival is finalized. The event will be held on May 18 and 19 in Sevierville, Tennessee and will feature The Travelin' McCourys as the headlining act of this year's festival. The Bloomin' Barbeque & Bluegrass Festival has been named a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 event for the month of May.