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North Carolina's own Al Batten & the Bluegrass Reunion return to Wake Forest to kick off PineCone's third season of music at the beautiful E Carroll Joyner Park Amphitheater. This concert is on June 5 at 5 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

The Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation (SCHF) is thrilled to welcome the Delta Mountain Blues Boys as they present a special concert in the historic Southern Cultural Heritage Auditorium on Friday, July 22 from 7:00pm-10:30pm.

"Fixin' to Fall" is the new single from the award-winning Sandra Piller album "Days Like These."

The third PineCone Summer Series at Sertoma kicks off on Saturday, May 14 with a special concert featuring three local North Carolina bands: Tubby Ridge; Ace & T-Bone; and Nixon, Blevins & Gage.

Four bands, food and craft vendors, a hands-on archeology exhibit, hiking in the Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge, and tours of historic Menokin.

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Nestled in the San Juan Mountains in the Southwest corner of Colorado, you will find a small town rich in history, tradition, and beauty. 300 days of sunshine, premier skiing, and one of the most anticipated festival lineups in the nation.

Cumberland river signs with rural rhythm records. Hear the band’s music april 6, 2011 at 10:00 on fx network’s tv drama justified

On Sunday, May 15 at 3pm, Dragonfly Designs will host a free, family-friendly FUNraiser at The Connecticut Yankee in San Francisco to raise money for local at-risk children as well as a summer fellowship in the Dominican Republic through Nest.

The Lonesome River Band closes out March with successful tour dates and a #1 album on the Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine’s Top 15 Album chart as they welcome their newest band member, Randy Jones on mandolin and vocals.

Rural Rhythm is proud to announce the March 22, 2011 digital album release, ECLIPSE, by BILL EMERSON

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day March 17th with a brand new single by Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out

In Blind But Now I See, the no-holds-barred account of Doc Watson's life and career, Doc’s experiences in Boone are retold, revealing Doc’s relationship with the town that gave him a place to share his music.

The history of Merlefest, the bluegrass music festival founded by Doc Watson in honor of his departed son Merle, is explained in Blind But Now I See, the no-holds-barred account of Doc Watson's life and career.

On February 1st, the Merlefest Facebook page hosted a live chat with Jim Lauderdale, chairman of the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest.

Blind But Now I See, the no-holds-barred account of Doc Watson's life and career, reveals more about Doc’s relationship with Holt as well as his influence and experiences touring with other talented musicians.

Down Home Guitars welcomes indie singer/songwriter Rorey Carroll, along with critically acclaimed Ed Anderson of Backyard Tire Fire, on January 28 for a special in-store acoustic performance.

Hans Chew will be traveling much of the eastern seaboard with his band in late February 2011 campaigning to bring his brand of democratic rock and roll to music enthusiasts from New York to Georgia.

Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks perform 8 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at BIG ARTS, located at 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. Tickets are general admission $41, Loge $46, Student $15. Call Marks Box Office at (239) 395-0900 for tickets.

Four songs by Harlan Kentucky bluegrass band to be featured on FX TV show JUSTIFIED

PineCone presents the Sam Bush Band with special guests Bearfoot at the Meymandi Concert Hall in downtown Raleigh's Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts. The show starts at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 17. Call 919-664-8302 to reserve tickets.

Blind But Now I See, written by Dr. Kent Gustavson, follows Doc through the hardships of touring as a solo act as well as with other musicians.

Dr. Gustavson reveals more about how Washburn, as well as other musicians, were influence by Doc and his legendary bluegrass sound.

The winner of the 19th annual Chris Austin Songwriting Contest will perform this year at the renowned bluegrass musical festival, Merlefest.

Valerie Smith & Liberty Pike can now be downloaded to your smart phone! Valerie released her brand new app just in time for Christmas.

Rorey Carroll brought her Americana bluegrass music to a sell-out crowd at Gabe's Backstage Lounge in Highwood on December 18 for her CD release party. Hundred of fans packed the theater at one of the largest audiences ever to play at Gabe’s.

#1 Song for Blue Moon Rising. New single, “Time to Be Movin’ On” Tops the Sirius Bluegrass Chart. Single and Album Hitting Additional Charts

Valerie Smith’s BLAME IT ON THE BLUEGRASS Arriving 1.11.11 First Album Recorded at the International Bluegrass Museum Hear the new music tonight on MUSIC CITY ROOTS

Pinecastle Records artist, NU-BLU, is proud to announce their new FREE smart phone APP is now available for iPhone in the APP STORE and coming in about two weeks for Android in the Android Marketplace.

Americana Singer-Songwriter Rorey Carroll to Celebrate the Release of Her Debut Album, “Roadside Lullabies” on December 18 at Gabe’s Backstage Lounge in Highwood, IL.

Single Release: “From My Broken Heart to You” Lead singer, Angie Young also issues statement over recent loss...

This close relationship between Merle and his father is documented in the recently released book “Blind But Now I See,” (www.docwatsonbook.com) a no-holds barred biography of Doc Watson’s life and career.

With Donna the Buffalo headlining the Countdown to Midnight and four sets by Danny Paisley & the Southern Grass on the Traditional Stage, plus other performers to be announced, First Night Raleigh will showcase music traditions from NC and beyond.

Rural Rhythm Records is proud to announce the new album release THE ALL-STAR JAM – LIVE AT GRAVES MOUNTAIN. This special project was recorded June 4, 2010 at Graves Mountain Festival of Music in Syria, Virginia and showcases an All-Star ensemble.

The 24th annual Indoor Midwest Bluegrass Music Festival comes to Springfield, Illinois November 12th through 14th. Located at the beautiful Crowne Plaza Springfield, come join in on all the fun of this annual event.

Jan Johansson is still waiting for a heart transplant almost a year after undergoing surgery to have a temporary heart pump implanted. His friends are banding together to host a benefit concert to help him and his wife defray his medical costs.

A stop animation typewriter punches out the lyrics of "Old Monteagle & Muscadine (Tennessee Part One)" on Hans Chew's first music video from his critically acclaimed debut album Tennessee & Other Stories...

The 36th Annual Bluegrass Hall of Fame & Uncle Pen Days Festival will be held September 22-25, 2010 at the Bill Monroe Memorial Bluegrass Music Park & Campground in Bean Blossom, Indiana. www.beanblossom.us

“We are excited about the addition of Barry Reed to the Lonesome River Band. He is a great acoustic bass player and singer and adds greatly to the LRB sound,” says this year’s IBMA Banjo Performer of the years nominee, Sammy Shelor.

Dr. Kent Gustavson, Author of “Blind But Now I See” Reveals Never Before Released Details about Doc Watson, Seven-Time Grammy Award-Winning Guitarist; Author Currently Available for Interviews, Feature Stories and Speaking Engagements

Rural Rhythm Records is proud to announce the August 24, 2010 album release, “HIT THE ROAD” by Kentucky bluegrass music veterans, The Bartley Brothers.

North Carolina based band, Nu-Blu has been awarded COUNTRY BAND OF THE YEAR by the Carolina Music Awards.

Tickets are now on sale for a special collaboration between guitar legend Tony Rice and award-winning band Mountain Heart for an October concert in Raleigh. Reserve your tickets by calling 919-515-1100 or visit www.ncsu.edu/ticketcentral.

To help alleviate the expense of their in-progress Polish adoption, one Seattle couple is staging a unique concert event with the help of some veteran musicians.

Bands have been covering Beatles tunes for decades, but none like this talented trio. Imagine the music of the Fab Four shaken up with bluegrass and jazz and topped off with a classical twist. The result: musical cocktail called beatlegras.

NC bluegrass bands compete for cash and prizes at the annual Got to be NC Festival. The competition starts at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 22.

Rural Rhythm Records announces the upcoming new album by Steve Gulley and Tim Stafford. “DOGWOOD WINTER” is comprised of all original songs by this award-winning songwriting team. The first single is now available via Airplay Direct.

Blue Pie are proud to announce Sydney Country/Bluegrass band Dear Orphans have joined the ranks at Blue Pie Productions for a worldwide distribution and publishing agreement. The band’s dearly awaited debut album is out now.

Southern California Record Release Party is Confirmed for June 12 at Spaceland in Celebration of “Dancing On The Gallows”, Sandwiched Between May Through August Tour Dates for the Bluegrass/Punk/Alt-Country Band

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