Bluegrass BKLYN

Mike and Rick chop it up and talk about everything from podcasting to bluegrass musicians to museums to pickin' on the porch to ... NASCAR racing! Rick is the multifaceted host of 'The Rick Dollar Podcast Show' which brings interviews and insight into the world of bluegrass and it Apalachian roots. Enjoy this informal and informative discussion.

Mentioned in this Episode:
Rick Dollar Show Podcast / @rickdollarshowpodcast
Junior Appalachian Musicians
Gruhn Guitars
Billy Strings
Dan Tyminski
Mountain Grass Unit

Music in this Episode:
“Big Ball in Brooklyn” – Damn Tall Buildings
“Cherokee Shuffle” – Trish Plays Bass with Becky Buller

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Finally! Liz completes her Della Mae interview set with this fascinating conversation with Celia Woodsmith. Be prepared for a frank and personal discussion about her musical journey, joining Della Mae – and washboards! Plus, Mike and Liz celebrate bluegrass Grammy nominees with some music and some fun facts. Enjoy!

Mentioned in this Episode:
Celia Woodsmith / @celia.woodsmith
Della Mae / @heyheydellamae
Jalopy Theatre and School of Music
Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam @ Delia’s Lounge
Lucinda’s Music Bar
Bluegrass Jams Near Me

Events of Note:
Della Mae @ Jalopy Theatre of Music, January 28th
Jam-uary Wernick Bluegrass Weekend @ The Ashokan Center, January 16th – 18th
Bruce Molsky @ Westchester Bluegrass Club –January 18th

Music in this Episode:
“Family Tree” – Della Mae
“Kern County Breakdown” – Carter & Cleveland
“Outrun” – The SteelDrivers
“Headlight” – Della Mae

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Liz talks with Grammy-nominated master fiddler and Old-Time music legend Bruce Molsky. Listen in to get his take on personal interpretations of musical traditions from around the globe. Though best known for his work on the fiddle, Bruce is a multi-instrumentalist, including banjo and guitar, as well as an accomplished vocalist. We really loved getting to meet Bruce, we’re sure you will too. Enjoy!

Mentioned in this Episode:
Bruce Molsky  / @bruce_molsky
Darol Anger / @darolangerfiddler
Berklee College of Music

Events of Note:
Bruce Molsky @ Westchester Bluegrass Club –January 18th
Bruce & Darol’s Great Bid Fiddle Hang – North Adams MA, June 14th – 18th

Music in this Episode:
“Last of Calahan” – Bruce Molsky
“Piney Mountain” – Bruce Molsky

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Something special in this episode – Mike gets to talk with Carl Ray Williams, a talented singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Listen in as Carl tells of his long and winding road to success as a recording artist in the music business, a story of perseverance, faith, hard work, and a bit of luck! Plus, Liz and Mike and another Jam Talk, where they discuss how to prepare to bring a new song to a jam. Have fun!

Mentioned in this Episode:
Carl Ray Williams / @officialcarlray
Carl Ray’s Black Country Music Radio
“Coming Home” on Spotify
David Sussman
Glenn Spivak

Events of Note:
Bruce Molsky @ Westchester Bluegrass Club –January 18th
Andy’s Ramble @ Jalopy Theatre - January 18th
Della Mae @ Jalopy Theatre – January 28th
Jam Jersey @ Mahwah Doubletree Inn – March 20th – 22nd
Jam-Uary @ The Ashokan Center -  January 16th – 18th

Music in this Episode:
“Mountainview Missionary Baptist Church” – Carl Ray
“Get on Board” – Carl Ray

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Liz has an in-depth discussion with Avril Smith – lead guitar player in Della Mae – and they cover a lot of fascinating ground. Learn about Avril’s musical journey, her joining Della Mae, as well as her ‘other life’ working as an organizer and activist in the labor movement. And … what do our favorite A-list musicians do when they’re hanging around at home? Join the fun!

Mentioned in this Episode:
Avril Smith / @avrilplaysguitar
Kimber Ludiker / @kimberludiker
Alison Brown / @alisononbanjo
Della Mae / @heyheydellamae
Della Mae at Jalopy Theater – January 28th
“Magic Accident” to be released on January 23rd

Music in this Episode:
“Magic Accident” – Della Mae
“16 Tons” – Della Mae, Avril Smith, Alison Brown

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