
"Bluegrass Jam Along is a great, great podcast" - Chris Eldridge
The IBMA Award winning podcast for anyone and everyone who loves bluegrass. Every week we feature interviews with musicians, writers, instrument makers and other key figures from the bluegrass and string band world, plus regular news and new releases.
Guests include Alison Krauss, Sierra Hull, Tim O'Brien, Wyatt Rice, Jerry Douglas... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 514 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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My guest on the podcast this week is Brad Kolodner.
Brad is a fantastic clawhammer banjo player. As well as his solo records - 'Chimney Swifts' and the recent album of solo gourd banjo tunes 'Old Growth' - Brad also plays with the band Charm City Ju... more
My guest this week is John Wirtz.
John, along with his partner Moira, runs Sore Fingers, a UK bluegrass and old time music camp that celebrates it's 30th anniversary this year.
John joins me to chat about how the camp started up and how it's grown ... more
Welcome to this month’s Bluegrass Briefing, a monthly series of episodes taking a look at what’s going on in the world of bluegrass.
Here are the links to stuff mentioned in this episode.
• Ted Olson interview
• Doc Watson 100th Birthday Celebratio... more
My guest this week is Ted Olson, professor of Appalachian Studies at East Tennessee State University.
Ted joins me to celebrate the Rich-R-Tone record label and it's offshoot Folk Star. Rich-R-Tone was founded in 1946 by James Hobart Stanton who, in... more
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I’m thoroughly enjoying Matt’s program. Matt’s knowledge and enthusiasm for bluegrass brings out the best in his guests. They know he “gets it” and open themselves to interesting discussions. I’m referencing select episodes for a book I’m working on. Keep up the great work, Matt. -Mike Fiorito
Matt is a gifted interviewer. He’s a super fan of the music and players just like the rest of us who come here to listen
What sets him apart is that he does his homework, asks wonderfully informed and open ended questions … and then gets out of the way. This is a rare gift and the resulting conversations are so much richer for it
5 stars
Wonderful job. I really enjoy the attention to detail. This is a podcast that is perfect for someone just starting to get into Bluegrass or for someone that’s into the history of Bluegrass.
i wish everyone would find this
Where has this podcast been all my life!? I had searched for bluegrass oriented podcast but for some reason I never found this one but I love it to the core! I’m currently listening to the episodes of the 40th anniversary of Tony Rice’s Church Street Blues LP. This particular LP is how I like Tony Rice’s music the best. It was my introduction to his music and is ever closest to my heart. Again this is an outstanding podcast. Love it!
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Featuring a variety of interviews, the content focuses heavily on bluegrass music and its rich history, making it appealing to both enthusiasts and newcomers alike. It presents unique perspectives from diverse guests, including musicians, writers, and instrument makers, while also delivering insightful discussions on the latest news and releases in the bluegrass scene. Notably, the podcast brings together renowned artists, offering listeners in-depth conversations about their careers and the evolution of the genre. Whether interviewing legendary figures or newer artists, the discussions often highlight the importance of community and tradition in bluegrass music, bridging generational gaps through shared experiences and insights.
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Recent guests on Bluegrass Jam Along include:
1. Brad Kolodner
2. John Wirtz
3. Ted Olson
4. Sara Watkins
5. Dave Sinko
6. Kristina Gaddy
7. Alison Krauss
8. Wyatt Rice
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