Episode 023: Kevin Prater
The Bluegrass Byway
It's one week until Thanksgiving! We're always thankful for great music here at The Bluegrass Byway, and great interviews like the one we have in THIS episode with the awesome Kevin Prater! Be sure to check out the links below to learn more about Kevin and some of the other topics you may have heard discussed on the show! ...
info_outline
Episode 022: 10 String Symphony
The Bluegrass Byway
Greetings once again Bluegrass Citizens! In this episode of The Bluegrass Byway, we feature an interview with the incredibly talented band, 10 String Symphony! Be sure to check out all the links below to learn more about the band and many other topics you may have heard discussed on the show! ...
info_outline
Episode 021: Shotgun Holler
The Bluegrass Byway
It's the last week of October, and we have a special "treat" for you, just in time for Halloween... a great interview with an awesome new band called Shotgun Holler! Be sure to check them out, and be sure to check out the links below to learn more about the band and other topics covered in the episode. ...
info_outline
Episode 020: Blue Mafia
The Bluegrass Byway
We reached the big 2 - 0!! Episode 20 of The Bluegrass Byway features the hard-hitting, bluegrass super group, Blue Mafia! Check out their awesomely fun interview and listen to Joe try and keep the interview from going completely off the rails! And be sure to check out the links below for more information about many of the topics covered on this week's show! ...
info_outline
Episode 019: Missy Werner
The Bluegrass Byway
Hey Bluegrass Fans! Welcome back to another episode of The Bluegrass Byway! This week, we get to chat with the great Missy Werner while we were at World of Bluegrass in Raleigh! Check out the links below for more information about any of the topics discussed on this week's show: ...
info_outline
Episode 018: Flatt Lonesome / James Reams
The Bluegrass Byway
Welcome back to another episode of The Bluegrass Byway. This week, we feature a follow-up, LIVE interview with Kelsi Harrigill from Flatt Lonesome, who is joined by husband and banjo player in the band, Paul Harrigill. Joe also interviews bluegrass veteran, James Reams from The Barnstormers. Both interviews were recorded at the IBMA World of Bluegrass event on October 1, 2015 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Check out the links below to learn more about any of the topics you heard discussed on the show: ...
info_outline
Episode 017: Vickie Vaughn
The Bluegrass Byway
Greetings once again from Nashville, Tennessee! In this episode of The Bluegrass Byway, I get to share an interview I did with the talented, Vickie Vaughn, IBMA nominee for the 2014 Momentum Award for Band of the Year! Check out the links below to learn more about any of the topics you may have heard on the show: ...
info_outline
Episode 016: Junior Sisk
The Bluegrass Byway
Welcome to another episode of The Bluegrass Byway! On this week's show, Joe gets to chat with 2013 IBMA Male Vocalist of the Year, Junior Sisk. Check out the links and info below to learn more about some of the topics you heard discussed during the episode: ...
info_outline
Episode 015: Ashley Lewis
The Bluegrass Byway
Happy Labor Day! And welcome to Episode 15 of The Bluegrass Byway! As you're relaxing on this 3-day weekend and enjoying time with your family or going for that third helping of ribs at the cookout you're attending, sit back and enjoy the beautiful music of Ashley Lewis. And check out the links below for more info on any of the topics you heard discussed in this week'd episode. ...
info_outline
Episode 014: Trinity River Band
The Bluegrass Byway
Happy LAST Monday of August, and I hope everyone is gearing up for an awesome Labor Day Weekend! In this episode, I feature an interview I did with the insanely talented Trinity River Band, a family group consisting of Mike & Lisa Harris (mom and dad) and their three children, Sarah, Josh, and Brianna. Check out the links below to find out more information about topics heard on the show: ...
info_outlineHey Bluegrass fans! It's the last Monday in June, so I'm sure everyone is busy planning out your 4th of July weekend plans! So, thank you for listening to the show in the midst of all the planning! Here are some links and more info about some of the things you may have heard on the show:
Check out the buttons on the website that will help you subscribe to the podcast on your iPod, iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. Or, click on the links below:
Wanna listen to the most current, Top 20 Bluegrass songs as reported on the Bluegrass Today - Monthly Airplay Chart? Click HERE to go to the playlists we'll be maintaining and updating regularly. You have your choice of either a Spotify or YouTube playlist. They're a GREAT way to listen to the most current music, and once again, we'll be updating them regularly to keep the music fresh and up-to-date! Also, check out the Bluegrass Today - Monthly Airplay Chart yourself by clicking HERE!
BLUEGRASS NEWS:
FESTIVAL FINDER:
Starvy Creek Bluegrass Festival
Held in Conway, Missouri
July 2-4
www.starvycreek.com
Sally Mountain Park Bluegrass Festival
Held in Queen City, Missouri
July 1-5
www.sallymountainshow.com
Norris Creek Pig Pickin' Bluegrass & BBQ Festival
Held in Louisburg, NC
July 2-4
www.norriscreekpigpickin.com
Tell us about any upcoming festivals you're playing in, going to, or know about by email Joe at [email protected]
INTERVIEW WITH LORRAINE JORDAN:
Check out the Daughter's of Bluegrass Facebook Page - the project started by Lorraine and Dixie Hall!
Learn more about Ramona Church, the original bandleader for Carolina Road by clicking HERE!
Lorraine spoke often about Tom T. Hall and his late wife, Dixie Hall. Learn more about Tom T. HERE, and learn more about Dixie Hall from a beautiful article and tribute to her in Bluegrass Today - click HERE!
Lorrain Jordan & Caronlina Road's web site: www.carolinaroadband.com - and be sure to read about ALL her band members HERE!
You can find links to purchase Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road's CDs on their website, or go to their record label's site, pinecastlemusic.com, to purchase and download it there.
Check out Lorraine's coffee shop, Lorraine's Coffee House & Music - www.lorrainescoffeehouse.com | Facebook
Lorraine's Social Sites:
Subscribe to The Bluegrass Byway on iTunes by clicking HERE
Follow The Bluegrass Byway on social media
Email Joe with any suggestions or just to say “Hey”:
[email protected]
See y’all next time on The Bluegrass Byway!