Australian Bluegrass News
Southern Style’s Spotlight on Jerry Douglas
On the 21st July, Jan Dale shines a spotlight on Dr. Dobro – Mr Jerry Douglas, 14-time Grammy winner.
SA Jam Hits Two Year Milestone
After two years, the bluegrass jammers in Adelaide and surrounds have relocated to Semaphore Uniting Church for their monthly jam sessions.
WA’s The Lost Followers Are Back in Action
After a long COVID induced hiatus, Western Australian bluegrass band The Lost Followers are back at Holy Smokes in Fremantle for their traditional Fourth of July celebration.
International News
Curt Love Joins The Junior Sisk Band
The Junior Sisk Band has recently announced that bassist, Curt Love, is to join the band replacing Gary Creed who is stepping down.
Siren Songs Digital Tour Stops
Siren Songs duo has planned a “digital tour” beginning 20th July, where a series of five acoustic video performances will premiere at different press outlets as digital tour stops.
ROMP Festival Postponed
OMP Festival has been postponed until 2021 due to the global pandemic. Held at Yellow Creek Park in Owensboro, Kentucky, the festival serves as the primary fundraiser for the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum
New Releases
Steep Canyon Rangers to Release Arm in Arm Oct 16
Steep Canyon Rangers are set to release their thirteenth Album, Arm in Arm in October this year.
4 Episodes Released of The Carolina Video Sessions
Rounder Records recording artists and multi-award-winning Bluegrass/Americana duo Darin and Brooke Aldridge recently launched a web-only YouTube series titled The Carolina Sessions.
Boots No. 2: The Lost Songs From Gillian Welch
Unearthed from a cache of home demos and reel-to-reel recordings, Boots No. 2: The Lost Songs is the second release of archival music from the vault of Gillian Welch and David Rawlings. This remarkable 48 song collection, spread over three volumes, was recorded...
IBMA News
IBMA Teams Up With Bluegrass Country Radio
IBMA has announced a new media partnership with Bluegrass Country Radio, supporting their efforts to share important updates on IBMA World of Bluegrass and other association programs and initiatives. Bluegrass Country Radio is America's oldest Bluegrass, Old Time, and...
2020 IBMA Showcase Applications
The IBMA Official Showcase applications open on 3rd February and remain open until 29th February. Performers selected for the Showcase will have the opportunity to perform on multiple stages during the IBMA Bluegrass Ramble and IBMA Business Conference. With countless...
2020 Leadership Bluegrass Class Announced
The International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) has announced the 2020 class of Leadership Bluegrass, an intensive three-day program of advanced-level interactive learning experiences designed to build commitment, motivate talents, and instill enthusiasm for...
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