Author: Jaques DiCroce

The most enduring testament to a musician’s life work is the love and respect of other musicians, and a generation of artists cite Alice Gerrard as a source of inspiration and encouragement, and a reason that they came to love … Read More

Celebrating their 10th year as a band, Nu-Blu has issued their newest release Ten. Founded in 2003 by husband and wife team Daniel and Carolyn Routh, Nu-Blu has developed a strong following while establishing their reputation as a progressive bluegrass … Read More

OK let me say it upfront, this ain’t Bluegrass. So why is this review appearing on the HVBA website? Simple, this is a great album by a great band. Donna the Buffalo is one of the most respected “Americana” bands … Read More

“As long as there is a song and a flat top guitar, there will be a part of Doc Watson living on.” The Krugers Brothers met Doc Watson in 1997 when they were invited to play at Merlefest, the annual … Read More

Richard Bennett has been around for quite some time as a singer and guitarist working throughout the 90’s with JD Crowe and the New South. After leaving Crowe’s band, he worked with Jimmy Gaudreau and Mike Aldridge where the trio … Read More

This is a beautiful recording. It’s not really bluegrass, not really folk, it’s just flat out beautiful. This collection of 14 tunes is a wonderful combination of folk songs, traditional instrumentals, some well-known contemporary songs, and a few surprises. The … Read More

Ed. Note:  The Lonesome River Band will be in Poughkeepsie on November 17 and is presented by the Hudson Valley Bluegrass Association. The Lonesome River Band is celebrating their 30th anniversary and to mark the occasion, has issued a special … Read More

Prime Tyme is the 16th album by this prolific multi-award winning band. Formed in 1991 in Cummings Georgia, the band consists of Russell Moore (Guitar & Lead Vocals), Steve Dillings (Banjo & Harmony Vocals), Wayne Benson (Mandolin), Justen Haynes ( … Read More