2023 IBMA Award Nominations

The International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) just released their second round ballots for the upcoming 2023 awards and convention.

Once Again – Corn Nut Creek

Once Again is a song about letting go of the past, facing your demons and reclaiming your true self.  Dani VIta’s inspiration for the lyrics came from her wedding song, post divorce.

Bill Monroe Sculpture To Hall of Fame

The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum unveiled a new installation, a bronze sculpture of Bill Monroe was commissioned by the Grand Ole Opry to celebrate its 70th anniversary in 1995.

The Bluegrass Standard – May 2023

This month’s issue of The Bluegrass Standard is all about record labels. In the bluegrass world, there are some mighty fine ones to brag about.

Corn Nut Creek 2023 Tour Dates

Corn Nut Creek is a story of two women from different sides of the world who are intrinsically connected through their music and the shared experience of womanhood.

A Place Where I Belong – Robert Hale

Over the years, Bluegrass mainstay Robert Hale has gained attention for his world-class musicianship, performing with countless bands and collaborating with some of the biggest artists in the world.

Australian Bluegrass News

You Me Everybody to Mountaingrass 2023

You Me Everybody to Mountaingrass 2023

Many of you who came to Mountaingrass in 2018 will have seen the incredible talent of the Sam and Laurence Frango-Rhodes played with their family band, Rhodeworks. Well, Sam and Laurence have since formed their own band: You, Me, Everybody.

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Sydney Bluegrass & Old-Time Music June 2023

Sydney Bluegrass & Old-Time Music June 2023

Sydney Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Get-Together 3rd June 2023 - Annandale, NSW. The next Sydney Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Get-Together for 2023 is scheduled for Saturday, 3 JUNE at the Annandale Community Centre, 79 Johnston St, Annandale. $8...

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Dorrigo Old-Time Music School 2023

Dorrigo Old-Time Music School 2023

Here is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture and tradition of Old-Time music. Expect a full programme of instrumental workshops, old-time ensemble workshops, singing, jamming, a tutors concert and a chance to perform at the festival.

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International News

Emmy Nomination for My Bluegrass Story

Emmy Nomination for My Bluegrass Story

My Bluegrass Story, the RFD television program produced in Owensboro, Kentucky, by the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum and the Tanner+West agency, has been nominated for an Emmy Award.

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Bluegrass Canada

Bluegrass Canada

Dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Bluegrass and Old-time music throughout Canada, the association looks to provide leadership and promote education among fans, bands, bands and artists.

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New Releases

Lost & Found – Final Chapter

Lost & Found – Final Chapter

Mountain Fever Records has released the new album, Final Chapter, by Lost & Found. Final Chapter is a remarkable heritage album celebrating the band's 50th Anniversary as one of the most influential bands in bluegrass music. Most of the tracks on Final Chapter...

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The Abduction of Antônio Vilas-Boas – Larry Cordle

The Abduction of Antônio Vilas-Boas – Larry Cordle

Larry Cordle has released a new single, The Abduction of Antônio Vilas-Boas. Larry Cordle's hilarious new song The Abduction of Antônio Vilas-Boas is available for streaming and purchasing at all major outlets today. Terry Herd brought the song idea to the table...

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Last Chance To Win – East Nash Grass

Last Chance To Win – East Nash Grass

Throughout the past eight decades of bluegrass music, each era of the genre has been marked with a certain kind of standout act; not in terms of popularity or radio airplay, but based on the amount of other world-class musicians hanging out at this one group’s shows on their off nights.

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Chigger Hill Boys & Terri New Release

Chigger Hill Boys & Terri New Release

The Chigger Hill Boys & Terri release Nothing Quite As Amazing As Grace. The Chigger Hill Boys & Terri have released a beautiful new gospel single, Nothing Quite As Amazing As Grace, on Morning Glory Music. This melodic song features Terri Argot Gore on lead...

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Don’t Hold Back – Rick Faris

Don’t Hold Back – Rick Faris

The 2022 International Bluegrass Association’s New Artist of The Year, Rick Faris, releases the third single Don’t Hold Back from his upcoming album Uncommon Sky.

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IBMA News

2023 IBMA World of Bluegrass

2023 IBMA World of Bluegrass

World of Bluegrass Tickets on Sale From April. Ticket sales will open to IBMA Members starting at 10 a.m. CT on April 4 and to the general public at 10 a.m. CT on April 18. Hotel rooms at the Marriott, Sheraton, and Residence Inn are preferred by most attendees...

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IBMA Exec Director To Resign

IBMA Exec Director To Resign

Pat Morris, IBMA’s Executive Director, has announced his plans to resign and return to the East Coast to attend to family medical issues.

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Video Store

Silent Night – Authentic Unlimited

Silent Night – Authentic Unlimited

Authentic Unlimited gives us one of the world's most loved Christmas Carols - Silent Night   About Authentic Unlimited band Members: John Meador​ is from East Tennessee. John is the son of Marty Meador and Jenice Harper. He plays guitar and is one of the lead and...

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Molly Tuttle – Guitar Player of the Year

Molly Tuttle – Guitar Player of the Year

We learn that she was drawn to this traditional American art form from the cradle. But the story of how her career evolved is not entirely traditional. Tom Casciato reports on this amazing guitar player as part of our arts and culture series Canvas.

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Rhonda Vincent – My Bluegrass Story

Rhonda Vincent – My Bluegrass Story

Rhonda Vincent tells her Bluegrass Story: My Bluegrass Story is produced by the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum located on the banks of the Ohio River in Owensboro, Kentucky. The Hall of Fame also produces ROMP Festival, an annual bluegrass festival which...

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