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Bluegrass BKLYN

Mike Willner
Bluegrass
Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival
Brooklyn
Banjo
Bluegrass Music
New York City
Cajun Music
Warnick Method
Wernick Method
Bluegrass BKLYN
Augusta Heritage Center
Telluride Bluegrass Festival
Hazel Dickens
The Biscuit Eaters
Tanasi
The Brothers Comatose
Nashville, United States
Dom Flemons
Brooklyn, New York
Grey Fox Festival

Check out the vibrant bluegrass music scene here in Brooklyn, NYC - and beyond. Join your hosts Mike Willner and Liz Wolfe to meet the musicians and teachers, explore the venues and events, and share the stories and community in the Bluegrass Borough .... and beyond. We’ll talk classic bluegrass, bluegrass-adjacent music, vendors, instruments, jam camps, current events, gear ... you know, all the ... more

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Our last episode of Season 6! To end on a high note, Mike sits with Bronwyn – one of our greatest fiddle players – who is about to release her first album of songs she wrote or co-wrote! She delves into her motivations for pursuing this musical path,... more

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Festival Alert! The iconic Earl Scruggs Music Festival is coming up very soon – Friday September 4th through Sunday September 6th.  Held at the Tryon Equestrian Center, the festival features amazing headliners, workshops, vendors, jamming – and Blueg... more

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Liz talks with award-winning singer Brooke Aldridge about the heart behind the uplifting music she and husband Darin create together. Brooke shares how they choose songs that inspire hope, balance life on and off the stage, and build a musical partne... more

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Mike gets to meet the Biscuit Eaters, a traditional bluegrass family band from North Carolina. Meredith Wilkerson (the “Band Mom”) shares her thoughts, along with guitarist Maggie (age 12), fiddler Silas (age 10) and dancing fiddler Molly (age 7). It... more

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Recent Guests

Darren Nicholson
Mandolinist, recording artist, performer, entertainer
Episode: S6E11 Soulful Songwriter Darren Nicholson!
Harry Gambrill
Music educator and Wernick Method instructor
Wernick Method Camp, Silver Bay
Episode: S6M10 Music Educator Harry Gambrill!
Greg Blake
Singer and guitarist with Special Consensus; IBMA award winner
Special Consensus
Episode: S6E10 Award-winning Singer Greg Blake!
Jim Pankey
Banjo player, instructor, YouTube personality
Episode: S6M9 Instant Replay - Jim Pankey!
David Benedict
Mandolin player and educator, member of The Foreign Landers
The Foreign Landers
Episode: S6E9 Master Mandolinist David Benedict!
Rachel Sumner
Artist, bandleader of Rachel Sumner and Traveling Light
Rachel Sumner and Traveling Light
Episode: S6M8 2025 Telluride Band Contest Winner Rachel Sumner!
Jen Larson
Bluegrass vocalist, archivist, historian, educator
Augusta Heritage Center Bluegrass Week, Bluegrass Museum
Episode: S6E8 Women in Bluegrass: Jen Larson!
Kaia Kater
Songwriter, banjo player, guitarist, and film composer
Independent artist
Episode: S6M7 Grey Fox Artist Highlight: Kaia Kater
Tamara Kater
Executive Director of Music NL (Newfoundland and Labrador)
Music NL
Episode: S6M7 Grey Fox Artist Highlight: Kaia Kater

Hosts

Liz Wolfe
Co-host on the show; active host with a focus on community, teaching, and bluegrass culture
Mike Willner
Host of the show; lead interviewer and organizer for Brooklyn bluegrass content

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • So interesting!

    I love the wide ranging interviews and interesting perspectives.

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    United States10 months ago

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High energy and authentic storytelling; guests feel like they're part of a community.
Great mix of practical musician tips and festival insights.
So interesting! The wide range of interviews and perspectives keeps it fresh.

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S6E7 Grey Fox Headliner: Ben Morrison of The Brothers Comatose
Q: What was the experience collaborating with Ronnie McCoury on The IPA Song?
Working with Ronnie McCoury brought high-level bluegrass expertise, with tight vocal harmonies and a quick adaptation to create a fresh track that fits their groove and style.
S6E7 Grey Fox Headliner: Ben Morrison of The Brothers Comatose
Q: So how would you characterize the focus of the band?
The core is the songs and arrangements, with vocals and instrumentation as key elements; live shows emphasize energy and instrumental solos, while studio work leans more into vocal arrangements.
S6E8 Women in Bluegrass: Jen Larson!
Q: Of all the research you've done on Hazel Dickens, what has surprised you the most so far?
The most surprising aspect is not a single fact but the overall arc—how Hazel forged a path in a predominantly male environment, the complexity of her timeline due to age embellishment, and how her choices—like going full-time into music—shaped the trajectory of women in bluegrass.
S6M4 Singer, Songwriter Bob Amos!
Q: So what would you consider if you were to say, my biggest accomplishment was?
Bob cites a tie between winning Gospel Recording of the Year at IBMA and a number-one song with his daughter Sarah, Hills That I Call Home, along with a notable point from his time with Front Range performing at the Ryman Auditorium.
S6M7 Grey Fox Artist Highlight: Kaia Kater
Q: What is Grey Fox's impact on your career and family?
Tamara and Kaia discuss how Grey Fox has been a throughline from childhood to adulthood, including scholarships, family involvement, and continuing to attend and perform, making it a central part of their musical lives.

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What is Bluegrass BKLYN about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Brooklyn-centered bluegrass conversations that blend musician profiles, festival insights, education, and community building. Episodes span deep-dive interviews with veteran and rising artists, festival programming notes, gear and performance discussions, and practical guidance for jam culture and open-mic etiquette. Noteworthy traits include a strong emphasis on education, diversity within the bluegrass canon, and a community-focused approach that often ties performances to local venues, workshops, and family storytelling. Potential listeners include performers, educators, venue operators, festival producers, and fans who enjoy in-depth artist journeys, behind-the-scenes festival logistics, and practical advice for playing and organizing w... more

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