The intersection of music and mental health is nothing new. Roots music is a perfect artistic vessel for thoughts, feelings, and considerations around mental well being.

We’ve collected a dozen mando pickers who you might not be familiar with, but we know you’ll love!

April 6 was the Hag’s birthday and 10 years since his death. In honor of his incredible legacy, here are 12 exquisite 21st century covers of his songs.

When it comes to roots fiddlers, we can all agree that more is more.

Held at the iconic Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro, North Carolina, the community-minded bluegrass festival returns for its second year on May 23, 2026.

A queen of covers herself, to celebrate our Artist of the Month we’re sharing a few of our favorite renditions of Williams’ songs from across the genre spectrum.

We’re celebrating our Artist of the Month by traveling through 20 years of the Infamous Stringdusters – album by album, year by year.

Our final year-end retrospective list looks back on the finest roots music and moments of 2025.

Celebrate the season with our roots music holiday picks – songs, shows, albums, events, and more.

In a year packed with excellent bluegrass, old-time, and string band releases, these albums stood out – and stuck with us.

Celebrate the season with our roots music holiday picks – songs, shows, albums, events, and more.

The legendary guitarist’s influence was not just technical but communal, which led to many incredible collaborations.

What is Good Country? Whatever it is, you know it when you hear it. And we heard plenty of it in 2025.

The second installment of our annual holiday gift guide is specifically tailored to avid outdoor festival-goers.

Celebrate the season with our roots music holiday picks – songs, shows, tours, events, and more.

For players from hobbyist to professional, these are a few of our favorite things…

Our picks from the many excellent roots music books released over the past year.

Often, the biggest stars in country are the genre’s most adored and respected songwriters, too.

The midwest farmer’s daughter is known for her unapologetic and fiery modern outlaw country – which always entertains and inspires on late night television.

A collection of essential moments and videos from across the Bluegrass Hall of Famer’s life and career, curated by mandolinist and band leader C.J. Lewandowski.