These immense talents, each in his own way, were part of the driving force that created the genre of Bluegrass Music. We’ve included back stories about their lives and their relationship with Bill Monroe, for better or worse. The legacy they leave behind has enriched the lives of many and inspired countless young artist, who they nurtured, to rise to the height of success in the music industry.
Dive deep into the roots of Bluegrass history as you uncover the classic country story songs in this engaging Appalachian music documentary. Let the haunting notes of bluegrass fiddle tunes transport you to the heart of Appalachia, and experience the essence of 1960 country music videos that capture the soul of this musical tradition. Join us on a journey through the captivating world of Appalachian fiddle music in this exploration of a timeless musical heritage.
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Wirecutter, thanks for this. I will have to watch it on Sunday most likely, but I always loved the kind of music that these men, and those like them, played.
ReplyDeleteJust one more thing that we can thank the South for.
My dad and his friends used to get together and pick bluegrass when i was little. I wish i would have been into it then and learned to play.
ReplyDeleteThere’s nothing like bluegrass to get your blood stirring. I’ve enjoyed Flatt and Scruggs, Ricky Skaggs and Bill Monroe for years, even got Monroe’s autograph at one of his last shows. Billy Strings is the new bluegrass badass, although Sturgill Simpson’s Bluegrass Avengers are no slouch’s.
ReplyDeleteI love bluegrass. For three or four years in a row in the early '70s my family went to the Georgia State Bluegrass Festival in Lavonia, in NE GA. I saw these men with their separate bands at least twice. I saw many talented artists and bands there. Some of the best music, though, was out in the parking lot (a pasture), where random musicians and members of acts appearing on stage would gather and jam.
ReplyDeleteI've got their Carnegie Hall concert. Pretty cool stuff. Plus, I loved the The Beverly Hillbillies!
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