July 10 TRIVIA QUESTION Who was the first “woman in bluegrass”, by which I mean a regular member of a working bluegrass band (excluding Sara and Maybelle Carter, for instance)? Bessie Lee Mauldin – bass fiddle/vocals with Bill Monroe’s Blue … Read More
Andy tries to stump the expert, but doesn’t succeed. Hope he tries again. Hope anyone will try again. This question was submitted by Andy Bing, the winner of the June 19th Trivia Contest. Although it is directed AT Dick Bowden, … Read More
This Contest is Closed JULY 3 TRIVIA QUESTION Who were the first women to win IBMA Instrumentalist of the Year Award for their instruments (not all in the same year)? Instruments and names in the following order (this does not … Read More
This Contest is Closed The winner is Steve Margulis!! JUNE 26 TRIVIA QUESTION For each bluegrass grouping, fill in the blank. Must get all 4 correct to win. Judge’s decision is arguable but final! 1. Fiddle, guitar, mandolin, bass fiddle, … Read More
Videographer, Fred Robbins We’re glad to see Greg Blake is up for the 2nd round ballot for 2020 IBMA Vocalist of the Year, and here’s a sample why..
Fred Robbins, Videographer Excerpted from Jesse Brock & Streamliner Concert: October 5, 2019
What have you been doing to keep the music going now that we are all isolated? How about adding your video to inspire others? Send us the video or link to your video and we’ll make you famous while keeping … Read More
Chris Brashear plays fiddle, mandolin and guitar and he is a singer with a wide vocal range and a clear, distinctive voice. He is also a songwriter. Chris’s multiple talents have not gone unnoticed. He has solo recordings produced by … Read More