Episode 193 brings live Bill Monroe from The Soft Rock Cafe in 1980. Bill has an incredible band, and spends much of this show taking requests from the crowd. It's pure gold. Give a listen!!

Episode 193

Episode 192 features more from Don Reno, Bill Harrell and The Tennessee Cutups! This was recorded in 1975, and is their second set at The Kings Mountain Bluegrass Festival. This is an incredible performance, enjoy!

Episode 192

We our proud to bring you the one and only Dr. Ralph Stanley, live with The Clinch Mt. Boys circa 1971! This show is...well...I dare say it's perfect! A great line up, a killer performance, this show has it all. Go ahead now, give it a listen!! You git now!!!

Episode 191

Episode 190 features Don Reno, Bill Harrell and The Tennessee Cut Ups live from 1975. What a show!! The singing, the banjo, the fiddle are all sooooo good!! Don't take my word for it, listen now!

Episode 190

Episode 189 features live music from The Traveling McCourys, recorded at the 2017 NW String Summit! This band is incredible and they deliver a set of music that is both traditional as well as pushing boundaries! Give a listen!!

Episode 189

Episode 188 brings us more music from The Northwest String Summit! We pick up where last weeks show left off, with The Lil Smokies, recorded live at last years festival. The energy's high, the band is hot...give a listen!

Episode 188

Episode 187 features The Lil Smokies live from The Northwest String Summit! We get to hear part of their set from last year on the main stage!! This is a tremendous band with fantastic energy, great songs and outstanding musicians. Enjoy!

Episode 187

We get to hear live Bill Monroe and The Bluegrass Boys from 1980 at The Soft Rock Cafe in Vancouver B.C.! Bill has an outstanding band and his song selection is particularly on point. But Don't take my word for it, give a listen!!

Episode 186

This episode brings us live Kentucky Colonels from 1964! They are absolutely on fire in this recording, picking and singing galore!! But don't take my word for it, give a listen yourself...it's free!

Episode 185

Episode 184 is a real gem. A short set by Bill Monroe and The Bluegrass Boys, followed by a short set from Bill and Doc Watson! Performed live on The Whitehouse lawn in 1980 for president Jimmy Carter. Truly a special moment in time, and we get to listen...enjoy!

Episode 184

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Episode 117 continues our evening with The Bluegrass Album Band circa 1989! The band is in top form and by second set they're relaxed and having fun! Tony Rice, JD Crowe, Doyle Lawson, Vassar Clements, Mike Auldridge and Mark Schatz. Just do yourself a favor, and give a listen...

Episode 117

Episode 162 brings us a live set from Bill Monroe! The year was 1994, the bluegrass was high and lonesome. Listen as the master himself delivers an outstanding set of his very own brand of amazing!

Episode 162

Episode 112 is kinda crazy! As we continue to listen to the 1972 Bean Blossom Bluegrass Festival, we've reached a part of the show where Mr. Monroe brings out 9 fiddlers for a spectacular fiddle extravaganza. But don't take my word for it. This really happened. And we get to hear it! Cheers!

Episode 112

Episode 179 is a continuation from 170...we get to hear the second part of JD Crowe and The New South live in 1995! He's got a great band with him, and JD's on fire...give a listen!

Episode 179

Episode 175 brings us more from The Lil Smokies live at The NW String Summit in 2016! They won the band contest in 2013 and have been skyrocketing ever since, "touring the world and elsewhere". With fantastic song writing, shredding pickers and great vocalists, this band delivers! Enjoy!!

Episode 175

Episode 163 continues where 160 left off, Chris Thile and Bryan Sutton live in 2005 demonstrating why they are both considered maestros on their instruments! The musicianship is out of control right out of the gates...do yourself the favor and give a listen!

Episode 163

Episode 24 brings to the program a live set by the legendary Hazel Dickens! Hazel was one of the prominent female voices in bluegrass and old time music. This is a delightful set from 1988 and really shows off her bluegrass stylings! As always, Fonz and I are present for comic relief...or something.

Episode 24

Episode 169 brings us live Del McCoury Band circa 2015 at The NW String Summit. The band is on fire, the song selection outstanding and the level of Del cuteness is off the charts. Please enjoy!

Episode 169

Episode 121 hits the ground running! Live JD Crowe 1979 in Hiroshima, Japan! The band is stellar, featuring a young Keith Whitley on vocals that will give you a heartache. This performance is impeccable, take a listen!

Episode 121

Episode 122 brings live Lonesome River Band circa 1996! This band is always outstanding, and this time period features a particularly stellar line up. The musical delivery is just what you'd expect from this group of incredible musicians, give a listen...

Episode 122

Episode 120 brings us live John Hartford from 1969! John's quirky humor and great musicality shine in this performance and it is true honor to feature this set on the show. Check it out!

Episode 120

Episode 174 brings live Jimmy Martin and Ralph Stanley, circa 1999. Josh is joined in the studio by The One And Lonely Zach Bryson, as the two discuss this historic recording. They laugh, they cry...it's all there. Enjoy!!

Episode 174

Episode 164 brings us the second half of a set by none other than Jimmy Martin, circa 1999. His performance and stage banter are on point, the band is in good form...do not stop, proceed directly to listening and enjoy the king of bluegrass doing what he does best!

Episode 164

At last...after a brief summer break, we are back in the saddle with Episode 158! We've got some live Seldom Scene circa 1993 and believe me, this set will not disappoint. The band is in top form and delivers a stellar performance. Please enjoy!

Episode 158

Episode 171 brings us The Lil' Smokies live from The NW String Summit 2016! Not only that, but we are joined via technology by none other than Pastor Tim, the charming and eloquent emcee of the festival! This is a special episode, please enjoy!

Episode 171

Episode 183 is dedicated entirely to The NW String Summit! We are excited to be partnering with this amazing festival, and on this episode feature music performed at the festival from years past. We also interview the one and only Pastor Tim, emcee of the festival and master of ceremonies for the last 17 years! Enjoy!

Episode 183

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