Tony Rice News

Many of our readers may have already learned of the passing of guitarist, comedian and actor Jerry Reed.

Around Roanoke a couple of years back, it was hard to miss Josh Shilling. He seemed to be playing everywhere, seemingly with everyone around town.

Hey, folks. Just got back from a fun and relaxing weekend in the Bluegrass State and came across an announcement that will be of big interest to bluegrass fans: Following the cancellation of Emmylou Harris' ...

"I think the musicians and the bands that will survive are the musicians and bands where the roots of the music that they offer are unique and at the same time musically valid - unique enough that they be ...

From the Labels : Tony Rice 'Night Flyer: The Singer-Songwriter Collection' Coming in August Rounder wrote: on Jun.

With the summer heat slowly bringing Claremore to a boil, chili may be the last thing on most people's minds, but Dell Davis almost never quits thinking about chili.

New Release : Rounder to Release New Tony Rice Compilation August 5th Rounder wrote: on Jun.

“We are very excited to be part of a show that we all greatly admire”

What's that delicate chamber pop wafting behind Ira Glass? It's New Haven's own The Secret Ink! T he Little Theater , that sweet little stand-alone proscenium stage on Lincoln Street overseen by the Educational ... via New Haven Advocate

Merlefest is probably the world's largest Americana and roots music festival. I was at the very first Merle Watson Memorial Festival 21 years ago. via CMT.com

“We've improved the bus routes on campus to cut down on the number of vehicles on campus and make it safer. ”

MerleFest is a weekend-long immersion into American roots music. Dance, play, jam, listen or sing along with some of the world's best musicians playing bluegrass, old-time, Celtic, blues and honky-tonk and ... via The Asheville Citizen-Times

Once this cold snap passes, spring fever will be in full bloom. It's the perfect time for a little road trip through some beautiful country - and a fine time to indulge in some world-class bluegrass while ... via Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Starting Monday April 7, we will be running a number of promotional giveaways here on The Bluegrass Blog. via The Bluegrass Blog

“There is an excellent mandolinist in our city. He's quietly accomplished - not the kind of guy to brag or boast - so we'd better do it for him.”

Cybergrass tries to introduce our readers to new acts around the country. Today, we want to introduce you to the Jason Bailey Band from Birmingham, Alabama. via Cybergrass

The deminutive Fields was born in Hazard, Kentucky, and moved to the Lexington area at a young age. via The Bluegrass Blog

Announcement : Bluegrass Music at the Paramount with Mountain Heart and Tony Rice BMNN wrote: on Mar. via Cybergrass

Atlanta-based Lonesome Redwing will be performing at Pentz Street Station in downtown Dalton on Friday. via Chattanoogan.com

As a songwriter Craig Bickhardt has had about as much commercial success as a person could hope for. via The Bluegrass Blog

The great Doc Watson is among the stars performing today at the Bluegrass First Class festival at the Crowne Plaza Resort in Asheville. via Asheville Citizen-Times

“We are excited about getting back to Bluegrass First Class again this year”

ASHEVILLE - Bluegrass First Class 2008 brings a breath of spring and a preview of summer festival season, complete with what may be the best lineup they have every pulled off. via Asheville Citizen-Times

“But eventually I developed my own style. Even now I think it's still important to develop your listening ear and play with your heart.”

Bluegrass stars Bobby Hicks, David Grier and the Steel Drivers are coming to Granville this weekend to perform in the Denison Bluegrass Festival in Burke Hall. via The Advocate