bluegrass

The first day of November, the day after Halloween, All Saints Day. Or, if you're seeing the Colorado road warriors, Yonder Mountain String Band maybe it's All 'Strings' Day. The night prior, the blocks around Anthology in the East End of…

Yonder Mountain String Band will release their 12th album, Black Sheep on June 16, with a new sound and two new additions to the band. This album is unlike previous albums with a Yonder 2.0 feel with Allie Kral and Jake Jolliff making their…

There are few musical stylings that can be considered more American than bluegrass, so seeing Jeff Austin on Memorial Day was the perfect fit. The meticulously set dining room at City Winery set the perfect ambiance for this intimate show.…

It was a long winter for all of us, especially with Eastbound Jesus in hibernation, dedicated to working on their third studio album, Hollerin, set to drop this weekend. Eastbound Jesus spent the cold days at Edie Road Studio in their…

Be prepared to be wowed by the sweet harmonies coming forth from these super talented sisters, performing together as Rising Appalachia. A sound this tight could only come from two people who have put in a lifetime of singing and living…

Welcome to Round 4 or better known as the "Elite Eight" of NYS Music's March Madness 2016! This tournament-style competition includes the remaining 8 bands and artists who call New York their home. This year's 4 brackets are based on…

The Sweet Sixteen is complete! Pop on over to the Round of 8 to vote for your favorites! Welcome to Round 3 or better known as the "Sweet Sixteen" of NYS Music's March Madness! This tournament-style competition includes the remaining 16…

There’s a lot to be said about the state of Pennsylvania, and producing quality bluegrass is an undeniable trait. As most music genres spawn into different subgenres it’s easier now to seek out string bands that sincerely push the envelope…

Welcome to Round 2 of NYS Music's March Madness 2016! This tournament-style competition includes the remaining 32 bands and artists who call Upstate New York their home. This year's 4 regions are based on genres of music - Funk/Jam/Reggae,…

ROUND one is complete! Congrats to all the winners and thanks to all bands for participating. ROUND two is now live, go vote for your favorites here. All the round one results can still be reviewed below.  Welcome to NYS Music's March…