American Songwriter

Watch Zach Top Go Back to His Bluegrass Roots with a Killer Cover of “Old Home Place”

Zach Top made waves earlier this year with his album Cold Beer & Country Music. His throwback sound is exactly what droves of country fans were looking for. Songs like “I Never Lie,” “Sounds Like the ...
American Songwriter

3 Bluegrass Songs From the 1970s That Still Shake the Ground We Stand On

Bluegrass music has always been relevant in certain corners of the United States and the world. However, as of late, its mainstream appeal has expanded beyond its regular fan base. That can mainly be ...
Rolling Stone

Jerry Garcia: What It Was Like to Play Bluegrass with the Grateful Dead Guitarist

In 1973, Grateful Dead guitarist Jerry Garcia fulfilled a longtime dream when he formed the bluegrass supergroup known as Old & In the Way. For the rock & roller, circling back to his acoustic roots ...
WUNC

The subtle differences between old-time and bluegrass music

This Friday and Saturday, Raleigh Wide Open is taking over the streets of our state's capital. The festival is a celebration of American roots music ranging from gospel to folk and also features arts, ...