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Tag : Tony Trischka

MERLEFEST

Who’s Coming to MerleFest? Tony Trischka Brings Earl Jam

Nancy Posey
by Nancy Posey0826
When people outside of the bluegrass world think of banjos, they may think of Deliverance, but within the larger music community—and not just bluegrass—o ne name that comes to mind is Tony Trischka. He has played with the best—and even taught some of the best in the music business. Trischka......
FESTIVALS MERLEFEST

MerleFest Announces Initial Lineup and Return of the Late Night Jam

Nancy Posey
by Nancy Posey01588
November 12, 2024 (Wilkesboro, NC) The initial 2025 lineup for the 37th annual MerleFest, set for April 24–27, was announced today, with the return of some favorite North Carolina-based groups, including The Avett Brothers and Watchhouse (formerly Mandolin Orange). This year’s lineup also includes the legendary singer/songwriter Bonnie Raitt, IBMA......
ALBUM REVIEWS NEWS

Tony Trischka’s ‘Earl Jam’ Gets Grammy Nomination

Nancy Posey
by Nancy Posey01052
This year has been good to Tony Trischka, but not without major effort on his part. With his own place solidly secured in the world of bluegrass banjo, Trischka has taken on a labor of love honoring one of his banjo heroes Earl Scruggs. With the release of Earl Jam,......