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Big Sound, Small Town

Sandy Carlton
Bluegrass
Bluegrass Music
Nashville
Songwriting
Merlefest
Banjo
Earl Scruggs Festival
Shadowgrass
Americana Music
Doc Watson
Earl Scruggs
Guy Clark
North Carolina
Twisted Pine
Contra Dance
Music
Gilkey Cattle Company
Heart Surgery
Wilkes Community College
Country Music

Hear the stories of the musicians , songwriters and artist in the small towns and communities of America. The stories are rich in the authentic sounds that make American music.

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Latest Episodes

Ivory came by the Earl Scruggs Center and we talked about living in Nashville and London as a pop artist.

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Katie and Kayla stop by to talk about The Shelby Theatre Company and their next production,Bright Star ,a bluegrass musical written by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell

Jontavious dropped by BSST and

Merlefest 2026 and shared a song , on a borrowed guitar,as well as his story .

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Ketch stopped by and talked with BSST at Merlefest 2026. Get a glimpse of the beginnings of Old Crow Medicine Show

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Luke Morris
Mandolin player and half of Shadowgrass
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Episode: Luke and Madison Morris of the band Shadowgrass
Madison Morris
Fiddle player and half of Shadowgrass
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Episode: Luke and Madison Morris of the band Shadowgrass
Louisa Branscomb
Acclaimed bluegrass singer-songwriter with a long career in music and education
Episode: Louisa Branscomb Songwriter
Phillip Jenkins
A musician connected to the legacy of Snuffy DeWitt Jenkins
Episode: Phillip Jenkins
Kyser George
Guitarist with Shadowgrass, known for his talent in bluegrass music.
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Episode: Kyser George Guitarist

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Sandy Carlton
Multiple appearances as host in Big Sound, Small Town; frequently connected with Big Sound, Small Town.

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Louisa Branscomb, ESMF 2025
Q: Did you feel bad?
Louisa explains that she did not realize how bad she felt until after the surgery when she began to feel good again.
Louisa Branscomb, ESMF 2025
Q: Tell me how this came about.
Louisa recounts her life with a congenital heart condition that worsened over the years, leading to the need for immediate heart surgery after a routine test revealed severe issues.
Phillip Jenkins
Q: Did you get to pick with him?
Yes, my father came to pick a couple of shows with us.
Phillip Jenkins
Q: When did you decide that you wanted to play?
I was five years old, and I heard Johnny Cash playing the Folk Some Prison Blues. My parents bought me a little guitar and I still have it.
Louisa Branscomb Songwriter
Q: What advice do you have for aspiring songwriters?
Songwriters should focus on authenticity and sharing genuine emotions through their songs.

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A program focused on music, musicians, and the communities that nurture them, with a strong emphasis on bluegrass, songwriting, live performance, and festival culture. Episodes feature artists sharing personal journeys, collaborative dynamics, and the healing power of music, often tying storylines to community events, mentorship, and regional music scenes. The show frequently highlights the importance of tradition alongside fresh voices, featuring discussions around festivals like Earl Scruggs and notable regional scenes, while weaving in anecdotes about touring, education, and the evolving bluegrass landscape. A distinct strength is the intimate, storyteller's angle—guests recount formative experiences, practical advice for aspiring musici... more

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1. Luke Morris
2. Madison Morris
3. Louisa Branscomb
4. Phillip Jenkins
5. Kyser George

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