Monroe Crossing – The Happy Holidays

Monroe Crossing – The Happy Holidays

From Minnesota, Monroe Crossing is a fine bluegrass band that has an adventurous and creative approach to acoustic music. The Happy Holidays is a delightful album which celebrates the spirit of sharing seasonal music and joy. Their 15 songs in the set include an...
The Links – In God We Trust

The Links – In God We Trust

From Missouri, the Links eleventh album is a lovely project full of songs with patriotic and Gospel themes ranging from “The Star Spangled Banner” and “Veteran’s Tribute” to The Easter Brothers’ “In Perilous Times Like These.” Performing since 2001, the entertaining...
Larry Sparks – Almost Home

Larry Sparks – Almost Home

Larry Sparks admits that his music has always had a good, true and real lonesome sound. It’s not surprising that his 2010 release on the Rounder Records label is all about nostalgia, homesickness and sadness, along with a healthy dose of wistful longing for...
Jordan Tice Trio – The Secret History

Jordan Tice Trio – The Secret History

It’s been nearly seven years since I reviewed Jordan Tice’s “No Better Place” album (Patuxent CD-0126). Is the young guitarist still presenting an enjoyable, highly arranged instrumental elixir? Has he further refined his style? Has he become even more seasoned,...
The All-Star Jam – Live at Graves Mountain

The All-Star Jam – Live at Graves Mountain

Some of my favorite LPs from back in the old days were those double disc sets that showcased several professional bluegrass bands driving their sounds from the stage of a festival from Bean Blossom from McClure, Va. That’s why “Live at Graves Mountain” is a great...