Washington, VA -- If the ace mechanic who kept Hazzard County rolling is correct, a weekend in August in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia is going to be a turbo-charged delight for the faithful fans of "The Dukes of Hazzard." Ben Jones, the former Congressman who played "Cooter" on the ever-popular family show is putting together another "Hazzard Homecoming" extravaganza on the weekend of August 11th and 12th in picturesque Rappahannock County, Virginia, and according to him, "Hazzard Nation is rising again!"
In advance of The String Cheese Incident's summer tour dates, Billboard.com has the exclusive premiere of the devoutly DIY band's first new studio recording in seven years. Download the song and watch the video for "Can't Wait Another Day" for a behind-the-scenes look at the SCI community and a preview of what's in store at this summer's Incidents.
Charlottesville, VA -- Rebel Records is proud to announce the release of Paul Williams’ twelfth album for the label, Going to Stay in the Old-Time Way, on July 31st. Paul and his band the Victory Trio are a fixture on the Bluegrass Gospel circuit and have a significant following in the Southern Gospel field as well, and since Paul’s return to the music world in 1999 he has consistently raised the bar high in both genres. His recordings deliver a hard drive, an emotional touch, and passionate vocals. The result is both great Bluegrass and an inspiring statement of faith.
Nashville, TN -- The award winning bluegrass music group, The Grascals, have announced an exclusive booking agreement with Nashville’s Conway Entertainment Group. Headed by industry veteran, Tony Conway, CEG is now the exclusive agent for the multi-award winning bluegrass band. “Tony is no stranger to The Grascals,” Jamie Johnson says, “He was one of the first players on our team and we are so excited for the continued success our future will surely hold with Tony once again in our corner.”
The Summer Solstice and the 39th Telluride Bluegrass officially begins today. Yesterday afternoon Greensky Bluegrass and Della Mae with special guest Peter Rowan took the stage at Sunset Plaza in Mountain Village for the 4th Annual FirstGrass show. This free show begins the official music of the their gathering of Festivarian Nation in Telluride.
New Richmond, Quebec -- The New Richmond (Quebec, Canada) Bluegrass Festival will celebrate it’s tenth anniversary August 26 to September 2. The event, which brings together some of bluegrass music’s top entertainers as well as the Gaspé peninsula’s best country, bluegrass and traditional music performers has earned the reputation of being one of Canada’s top bluegrass music festivals.Rhonda Vincent
/Opry.com/ There are loyal fans, and then there are loyal fans. The Grand Ole Opry recognized its undisputed most loyal fan, Nashville’s Paul Eckhart, on Saturday, June 16. Eckhart marks 40 years without having missed a single weekend of Opry performances, and the Opry celebrated during the show by honoring him with its first-ever Opry Fan Award along with other surprises while he and his family enjoy performances from the Opry’s front row.
Called by the Washington Post "one of maybe a handful of truly innovative Dobro players in the history of country and bluegrass music," Mike Auldridge's modern approach to the Dobro -- an acoustic resonator guitar played with a slide -- played an integral role in the development of contemporary bluegrass and country music.
David Grisman's label Acoustic Oasis announced the release of an exciting new album - Del and Dawg - Hardcore Bluegrass in the Dawg House. The new album features 16 tracks of bluegrass legend Del McCoury teamed up with the master on the mandolin, David Grisman. Two key instruments in bluegrass music by two of the masters. An awesome combination. The album is available by clicking here.
Family bands have had a long tradition in bluegrass and country music, from the Carters to the Gibson Brothers. Now you can add the O’Briens to this prestigious list. O’Brien Party of 7 brings together the families of those talented siblings Tim and Mollie O’Brien; however, their family band - true to Tim and Mollie’s eclectic respective careers - follows traditions while also being something distinctive.
Nashville, TN -- Don Williams’ legions of fans across the globe have long been hoping, but likely not expecting to hear new recordings from him again. He has been pretty determined to spend most of his time on his Tennessee farm, quietly, with his family— and for over four decades, country music’s “Gentle Giant” has been known for doing what he wants to do. So it’s both exciting and a very welcome surprise to announce the release of the brand new Don Williams album And So It Goes, on Sugar Hill Records, his first since 2004. It is a release very much in the classic Williams mode—mellow yet rhythmic, life-affirming yet thoughtful, serenely masculine, and loaded with singularly strong, memorable songs and consummate vocals. alt=
Hedgesville, WV -- Stoney Creek is pleased to introduce the band's newest member, mandolin player Bob Simmers. Simmers has been playing the mandolin for over 25 years. He has played with bands throughout south central Pennsylvania and Maryland, including the Gospel Grass Band and Harmony Road.
Columbus, NC -- Take Me Back, the new album from The Karl Shiflett & Big Country Show, will officially be released in retail outlets on July 17th, 2012. Radio DJs across the country are already spinning the new album which spans the gap between classic country and bluegrass. Take Me Back, is the first release since 2003 for Karl Shiflett and has been highly anticipated by fans of the band, which has been touring the country regularly for decades.
Nashville, TN -- Award-winning siblings The Roys make their Ryman Auditorium debut on July 5 as part of the legendary venue's six-week series, Springer Mountain Farms' Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman. The Red, White And Bluegrass Music Show includes The Roys, The Gibson Brothers and Steep Canyon Rangers, and the music kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the Show are on sale now and are only $26.50. Fans that arrive early can enjoy Pickin' On The Plaza festivities which is free of charge and begins at 6 p.m. For more information, go to www.Ryman.com or www.TheRoysOnline.com
The Johnny Possum Ban is currently finalizing their gigs for their visit to the USA from September 27th to October 13th. They have been twice before and received great feedback and now after releasing their 5th CD the band is returning. The band already has some great gigs lined up and they are still looking for a few more to keep them occupied and out of trouble.
Washington, VA -- If the ace mechanic who kept Hazzard County rolling is correct, a weekend in August in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia is going to be a turbo-charged delight for the faithful fans of "The Dukes of Hazzard." Ben Jones, the former Congressman who played "Cooter" on the ever-popular family show is putting together another "Hazzard Homecoming" extravaganza on the weekend of August 11th and 12th in picturesque Rappahannock County, Virginia, and according to him, "Hazzard Nation is rising again!"
In advance of The String Cheese Incident's summer tour dates, Billboard.com has the exclusive premiere of the devoutly DIY band's first new studio recording in seven years. Download the song and watch the video for "Can't Wait Another Day" for a behind-the-scenes look at the SCI community and a preview of what's in store at this summer's Incidents.
Charlottesville, VA -- Rebel Records is proud to announce the release of Paul Williams’ twelfth album for the label, Going to Stay in the Old-Time Way, on July 31st. Paul and his band the Victory Trio are a fixture on the Bluegrass Gospel circuit and have a significant following in the Southern Gospel field as well, and since Paul’s return to the music world in 1999 he has consistently raised the bar high in both genres. His recordings deliver a hard drive, an emotional touch, and passionate vocals. The result is both great Bluegrass and an inspiring statement of faith.
Nashville, TN -- The award winning bluegrass music group, The Grascals, have announced an exclusive booking agreement with Nashville’s Conway Entertainment Group. Headed by industry veteran, Tony Conway, CEG is now the exclusive agent for the multi-award winning bluegrass band. “Tony is no stranger to The Grascals,” Jamie Johnson says, “He was one of the first players on our team and we are so excited for the continued success our future will surely hold with Tony once again in our corner.”
The Summer Solstice and the 39th Telluride Bluegrass officially begins today. Yesterday afternoon Greensky Bluegrass and Della Mae with special guest Peter Rowan took the stage at Sunset Plaza in Mountain Village for the 4th Annual FirstGrass show. This free show begins the official music of the their gathering of Festivarian Nation in Telluride.
New Richmond, Quebec -- The New Richmond (Quebec, Canada) Bluegrass Festival will celebrate it’s tenth anniversary August 26 to September 2. The event, which brings together some of bluegrass music’s top entertainers as well as the Gaspé peninsula’s best country, bluegrass and traditional music performers has earned the reputation of being one of Canada’s top bluegrass music festivals.Rhonda Vincent
/Opry.com/ There are loyal fans, and then there are loyal fans. The Grand Ole Opry recognized its undisputed most loyal fan, Nashville’s Paul Eckhart, on Saturday, June 16. Eckhart marks 40 years without having missed a single weekend of Opry performances, and the Opry celebrated during the show by honoring him with its first-ever Opry Fan Award along with other surprises while he and his family enjoy performances from the Opry’s front row.
Called by the Washington Post "one of maybe a handful of truly innovative Dobro players in the history of country and bluegrass music," Mike Auldridge's modern approach to the Dobro -- an acoustic resonator guitar played with a slide -- played an integral role in the development of contemporary bluegrass and country music.
David Grisman's label Acoustic Oasis announced the release of an exciting new album - Del and Dawg - Hardcore Bluegrass in the Dawg House. The new album features 16 tracks of bluegrass legend Del McCoury teamed up with the master on the mandolin, David Grisman. Two key instruments in bluegrass music by two of the masters. An awesome combination. The album is available 
Family bands have had a long tradition in bluegrass and country music, from the Carters to the Gibson Brothers. Now you can add the O’Briens to this prestigious list. O’Brien Party of 7 brings together the families of those talented siblings Tim and Mollie O’Brien; however, their family band - true to Tim and Mollie’s eclectic respective careers - follows traditions while also being something distinctive.
Nashville, TN -- Don Williams’ legions of fans across the globe have long been hoping, but likely not expecting to hear new recordings from him again. He has been pretty determined to spend most of his time on his Tennessee farm, quietly, with his family— and for over four decades, country music’s “Gentle Giant” has been known for doing what he wants to do. So it’s both exciting and a very welcome surprise to announce the release of the brand new Don Williams album And So It Goes, on Sugar Hill Records, his first since 2004. It is a release very much in the classic Williams mode—mellow yet rhythmic, life-affirming yet thoughtful, serenely masculine, and loaded with singularly strong, memorable songs and consummate vocals. alt=
Hedgesville, WV -- Stoney Creek is pleased to introduce the band's newest member, mandolin player Bob Simmers. Simmers has been playing the mandolin for over 25 years. He has played with bands throughout south central Pennsylvania and Maryland, including the Gospel Grass Band and Harmony Road.
Columbus, NC -- Take Me Back, the new album from The Karl Shiflett & Big Country Show, will officially be released in retail outlets on July 17th, 2012. Radio DJs across the country are already spinning the new album which spans the gap between classic country and bluegrass. Take Me Back, is the first release since 2003 for Karl Shiflett and has been highly anticipated by fans of the band, which has been touring the country regularly for decades.
Nashville, TN -- Award-winning siblings The Roys make their Ryman Auditorium debut on July 5 as part of the legendary venue's six-week series, Springer Mountain Farms' Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman. The Red, White And Bluegrass Music Show includes The Roys, The Gibson Brothers and Steep Canyon Rangers, and the music kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the Show are on sale now and are only $26.50. Fans that arrive early can enjoy Pickin' On The Plaza festivities which is free of charge and begins at 6 p.m. For more information, go to 
The Johnny Possum Ban is currently finalizing their gigs for their visit to the USA from September 27th to October 13th. They have been twice before and received great feedback and now after releasing their 5th CD the band is returning. The band already has some great gigs lined up and they are still looking for a few more to keep them occupied and out of trouble.