Features

Anna Tivel Makes Poetry in Music From Poetry in Nature

Animal Poem, her brand new album, offers models for retaining our humanity in an increasingly inhumane world.

Interview

Ashley Monroe’s Patchwork Quilt:
Tennessee Lightning

“I’m from East Tennessee, so no one can really hear my voice and say that I'm not country.”

Features

C.J. Lewandowski’s Essential Bobby Osborne Moments

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.

Interview

House of Worship,
House of Pain

North Georgia’s own, The Band Loula make country “swampgrass” that’ll get you moving, raise goosebumps, and convict your spirit.

Is Tyler Childers’
Snipe Hunter a Prank?
Yes and No

His latest smash hit has had a polarizing effect that seems to depend on each listener’s point of entry.

One Fair Summer Evening…

After devastating and tragic July floods in Texas Hill Country, hope and resilience can be found in a variety of places – including Nanci Griffith’s sole live album.

Hangover Terrace Shows There’s an Edge to Ron Sexsmith

The beloved Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter’s heart is still on his sleeve – but with an ample dose of sharpness and grit.

Sunny Sweeney’s Musical Full-Circle Moment

The Texan singer-songwriter’s new album, Rhinestone Requiem, draws on music and memories from throughout her life and career.

Ragtag East Nash Grass Say We’re All God’s Children

The IBMA Award winners celebrate the depth and breadth of bluegrass on their new album.

Bluegrass Gospel,
Arena-Style

Dierks Bentley and the Band Loula bring classic bluegrass three-part harmony – and a bit of the Holy Spirit – to the Broken Branches Tour.

Dierkscography

30 years of Good Country that’s down-to-earth, mainstream, and bluegrass-infused, made by one of the genre’s best.

Gimme That Old-Time
Non-Monogamy

Rachel Baiman and Viv & Riley team up as Kissing Other ppl on a set of cover songs all about exploration and experimentation.

Tyler Childers: The Backstory (In Songs)

A bit of a retrospective look at a treasure trove catalog of songs and recordings.

Alison Brown Carries on the Legacy of Louise Scruggs

The banjo player and business leader is honored by the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum.

Cody Jinks:
“You Never Stop Coming of Age”

The Texas country star shows true vulnerability and continual personal growth on In My Blood.

Eli West: Timber and Timbre

The beloved Pacific Northwestern roots musician talks with us about his new album, The Shape of a Sway.

The Wood Brothers Appreciate Their “Slow Rise to the Middle”

In our Cover Story interview the pair unravel the world influences and mindfulness of their latest project, Puff Of Smoke.

BGS 5+5: Cole Quest and the City Pickers

Five songs and five questions with Woody Guthrie’s grandson, Cole Quest, who also shares about his new album with his bluegrass band, the City Pickers.

Artist of the Month:
Tyler Childers

For the first time ever, the hit-making Kentucky singer-songwriter and country phenomenon is our Artist of the Month.

The Road Home: A Documentary Short About Fiddle, Family, and Kentucky

Watch filmmaker Bria Light showcase fiddler and luthier Brandon Godman in her remarkable documentary film.

BGS 5+5: Grain Thief

Five songs, five questions – and a bonus video premiere! – with the Boston Americana string band.

Unspoken Tradition’s
Resilience Playlist

The Western North Carolina bluegrass group celebrates their new album – and their home region’s strength and courage.

The Earl Scruggs Revue Made a Movie Soundtrack

Did you know Earl Scruggs and the Revue recorded the soundtrack and score for the 1974 film, Where The Lilies Bloom?