Josh Ritter’s Muse
Is Like a Honeydew
On his 13th studio album, the singer-songwriter-storyteller focuses more on inspiration itself rather than its destinations.
Features
Dar Williams Follows the Hummingbird Highway
We spoke to the beloved folksinger and songwriter about choosing her own sort of “road less traveled” with her newest batch of songs.
Interview
For Tift Merritt, Time and Patience Have Made the Difference
20 years after ‘Tambourine,’ Merritt talks about her new collection, her artistry then and now, and the perspective she’s gained from a long and intentional career.
5+5
BGS 5+5: Lauren Lovelle
What's the best way to get to know an artist? Five songs and five questions, of course!
Mixtape
Danny Burns’ Roots Music Journey Through the South
Irish bluegrass musician Danny Burns curates a Mixtape that, like his new album 'Southern Sky,' is a journey through the musical textures and inspirations of the American South.
Josh Ritter’s Muse
Brit Taylor’s New Momma Playlist
Kentuckian country and bluegrass singer-songwriter celebrates pregnancy and motherhood with a playlist for babies and kids with great taste in roots music.
Ethan Setiawan’s Personal Encyclopedia Mandolinnica
A virtuosic mandolinist dives into the instrument’s depth, breadth, and history with this playlist.
Rebecca Porter
Rolls With the Punches
Inspired by spaghetti westerns, the Virginia singer-songwriter’s new album examines identity through classic country & western sounds.
Molly Tuttle Always Leaves a Mark
The award-winning guitar picker, songwriter, and artist is headed in bold new directions – while still honoring her roots.
Artist of the Month:
Caroline Spence
The acclaimed singer-songwriter’s new album, Heart Go Wild, feels like one long, therapeutic sigh.
BGS 5+5: Remedy Tree
Get to know this Florida-based bluegrass group with Puerto Rican roots in just five questions and five songs.
Jaelee Roberts Is the CEO of Super Lonesome Songs
You can never really have too many sad and lonesome songs, right?
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.
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.”
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.
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.