Known as one of the foremost fiddlers of her generation, Lissa Schneckenburger‘s latest release is a huge left turn for the Vermont resident. Thunder In My Arms is unique because Lissa is not only singing her own compositions, but the subject matter is hugely personal. The album chronicles her experiences adopting her son. Through the…

Artist: Jason Carter Hometown: Lloyd, Kentucky Latest Album: Lowdown Hoedown Personal nicknames: Fiddler Which artist has influenced you the most ... and how? Del McCoury. I first heard Del when I was around 15 years old. At that time I was playing guitar and knew I wanted to play music for a living. When I…

Artist: 10 String Symphony Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee Song: "Anxious Annie" Album: Generation Frustration Release Date: June 13, 2018 Label: Tasty Note Records/Distributed by Free Dirt Records In Their Words: "10 String Symphony is a deeply beloved but niche musical project, and it's been a few years since we've performed together. Christian and I played together…

Artist: Andy Leftwich Hometown: White House, Tennessee Latest Album: The American Fiddler Personal nicknames: “Ang,” which is an Andy Griffith Show reference. Ricky Skaggs started calling me that and it just stuck! Which artist has influenced you the most ... and how? I jokingly say I went to “Ricky Skaggs University,” but there’s a lot…

An Elephant Sessions gig is always a lively night out, but Alasdair Taylor admits that their last one, at Glasgow’s famous Barrowlands Ballroom, was something else. The band were celebrating their 10th anniversary with their biggest production to date, including a light show and the backing of a live string quartet. “There was so much…