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In part 2 we examine the greater conspiracy surrounding the Vanishing of Melanie Flynn.  Lexington Police Officer Bill Canan, who claimed to be using Melanie as a confidential informant for his undercover work in the drug scene is fired from his job for a multitude of reasons related to insubordination.  Canan denies any involvement in Melanie's disappearance or in any illegal activities.  However, his partner, Drew Thornton, dies while flying a plane carrying two hundred pounds of cocaine into the United States from Columbia.In the early 1990's, former reporter Sally Denton releases a book entitled “The Bluegrass Conspiracy.” The book goes on to expose a massive drug and arm trafficking operation being carried out between South America and the US with local police as well as several federal agents working hand-in-hand with Pablo Escobar's Medellin cartel.  In addition to trafficking, there are cases of witness intimidation, theft, assault and even murder.  Canan is eventually arrested, charged and convicted of cocaine trafficking.  During his trial, several witnesses claim he was directly responsible for Melanie's disappearance and murder.FollowTEPod.comFollow Trace Evidence on Social MediaTwitter --- Instagram --- TikTok --- YouTube --- Like Facebook Page --- Join Facebook Group --- Threads --- Like MeWe Page --- Join MeWe Group --- BlueskySuppport Trace EvidencePatreon --- Paypal --- Cash App --- Buy Me A CoffeeTrace Evidence Merch ShopsTeePublic --- ShopTEPod --- SpreadshopAll Other LinksOfficial Trace Evidence Website --- LinkTreeMusic Courtesy of:"Lost Time"  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/"Chasing Time" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/"Galactic Rap" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/#truecrimepodcast #unsolvedmysteries #coldcase #coldcaseinvestigation #murder #murdermystery #missingperson #missingpersons #truecrimecommunity #mysterypodcast #truecrime #coldcasefiles #truecrimestories #crimelovers #truecrimeaddict #truecrimejunkie #crimescene #justiceforall #missing #crimesquad #podcastcommunity #sleuthsunite #darkhistories #criminalmindset #detective #detectivediaries #forensics #forensicfiles #crimestories #crimepodcast #traceevidence #traceevidencepodcast #criminalinvestigation #justiceforvictims #detectivework #truecrimediscussion #podcastfamily #listenandsolve #crimefans #listentotraceevidence #uncoverthetruth #podcastrecommendations #podcastlove #podcastlife #truecrimeobsessed #followtheclues #cluefinders #podcastaddict #unsolvedmurders #unsolveddisappearances #detectiveatheart #jointheinvestigation #disappearance #vanishing #abduction #gonemissing #upandvanished #pacheco #stevenpacheco #podcasting #crimetalk #crimeanalysis #theories #melanieflynn #bobbyflynn #dougflynn #billcanan #henryvance #drewthornton #cocainebear #cocaine #trafficking #escobar #medellin #lexington #kentucky #kentuckyunsolvedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trace-evidence--3207798/support.

On January 26th, 1977, twenty-four year old Melanie Flynn walked out from her Lexington, Kentucky job, climbed into her red, Ford Elite and drove off into the unknown.  She has never been seen again.  Immediately in the aftermath of her disappearance her father, former state senator Bobby Flynn, reached out a friend and police officer for help.  He didn't expect the response he received.The Police weren't all that interested or concerned.  They brushed aside the family's worries and assured them that Melanie had likely gone off with friends and would come back sometime soon.  It wasn't until ten days later, when the missing woman's car was found, that a detective was finally assigned to the case.  The initial investigation was described as poorly conducted and carried out by detectives who seemed indifferent to the plight of the Flynn's.  When they received tips that the missing woman was seen in Florida they took that statements at face value and announced the case was closed.It remained that way until a cop, the very one Bobby had reached out to, sat for a controversial interview where he blasted the victim, called her a slew of insults and then issued his belief that she'd run off on her own and didn't need to be found.  This interview would unlock a door that revealed the dark indications of a grander conspiracy in which Melanie may have found herself caught.Part 2 will be releasing Friday, June 5th, 2026.FollowTEPod.comFollow Trace Evidence on Social MediaTwitter --- Instagram --- TikTok --- YouTube --- Like Facebook Page --- Join Facebook Group --- Threads --- Like MeWe Page --- Join MeWe Group --- BlueskySuppport Trace EvidencePatreon --- Paypal --- Cash App --- Buy Me A CoffeeTrace Evidence Merch ShopsTeePublic --- ShopTEPod --- SpreadshopAll Other LinksOfficial Trace Evidence Website --- LinkTreeMusic Courtesy of:"Lost Time"  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/"Chasing Time" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/"Galactic Rap" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/#truecrimepodcast #unsolvedmysteries #coldcase #coldcaseinvestigation #murder #murdermystery #missingperson #missingpersons #truecrimecommunity #mysterypodcast #truecrime #coldcasefiles #truecrimestories #crimelovers #truecrimeaddict #truecrimejunkie #crimescene #justiceforall #missing #crimesquad #podcastcommunity #sleuthsunite #darkhistories #criminalmindset #detective #detectivediaries #forensics #forensicfiles #crimestories #crimepodcast #traceevidence #traceevidencepodcast #criminalinvestigation #justiceforvictims #detectivework #truecrimediscussion #podcastfamily #listenandsolve #crimefans #listentotraceevidence #uncoverthetruth #podcastrecommendations #podcastlove #podcastlife #truecrimeobsessed #followtheclues #cluefinders #podcastaddict #unsolvedmurders #unsolveddisappearances #detectiveatheart #jointheinvestigation #disappearance #vanishing #abduction #gonemissing #upandvanished #pacheco #stevenpacheco #podcasting #crimetalk #crimeanalysis #theories #melanieflynn #bobbyflynn #dougflynn #billcanan #henryvance #drewthornton #cocainebear #cocaine #trafficking #escobar #medellin #lexington #kentucky #kentuckyunsolvedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trace-evidence--3207798/support.

The community radio station for which I am a programmer has the following mission statement:  We seek to stimulate, educate and entertain our audience, to reflect the diversity of the local and world community, and to provide a channel for individuals and groups, issues and music that have been overlooked, suppressed or under-represented by other mediaCrys Matthews has her own personal mission statement that perfectly aligns with community radio:  To amplify the voicesof the unheard; to shed light on the unseen and to be a steadfast reminder that hope and love are the truest pathways to equity and justice.  An award-winning, prolific lyricist and composer, Matthews blends Country, Americana, Folk, Blues, and Bluegrass into a bold, complex performance steeped in traditional melodies punctuated by honest, original lyrics. She is made forthese times.  I look forward to meeting up with Crys again this summer at the 2026 Woody Guthrie Festival in Okemah,OK.  Enjoy this conversation and musical performance from North Carolina's own Crys Matthews.#communityradio #folkmusic #rootsmusic

After 20 years directing national tours and being a support musician, Kentucky native, Danny Joines steps onto center stage with his own projects; Bluegrass, and Country. Danny joins us on this edition of Americana Music Profiles to give us a peak inside his amazing career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got a great new show for you this week featuring Bluegrass veterans, The Infamous Stringdusters who celebrate twenty years as a hard working band. Also joining us is the heartfelt singer-songwriter, Daniel Rodriguez. And, Nick has a conversation with the Venerable Bhikkhu Paññākāra about cultivating peace in our day. Visit our Youtube Channel to see artist interviews, live recordings, studio sessions, and more! Be a part of the audience at our next recording: https://www.etown.org/etown-hall/all-events/ Your support helps us bring concerts, tapings and conversations to audiences while fostering connection through music, ideas and community. If you'd like to support eTown's mission to educate, entertain and inspire a diverse audience through music and conversation, please consider a donation: https://www.etown.org/get-involved/donate-orig/.

Enjoy a taste of summer at Maxwell's, celebrate 34 years of bluegrass at Cross Ranch, and get ready for North Dakota's primary election with Prairie Beat.

Banjo player Enda Scahill and violinist Dr Liz Doherty perform live in studio and discuss Blas Bluegrass, a new TG4 series exploring the growth and influence of bluegrass and old-time music in Ireland.

Kruser talks to Rebecca Barnes about an open house being hosted by the Independent Electrical Contractors of the Bluegrass and takes a look at the weird voting laws in the California primary elections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rebecca Barnes with the Independent Electrical Contractors of the Bluegrass talks about an open house event being held for anyone interested in a potential job in the electrical trade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we feature multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Chris Stuart.  Chris has written many songs that were recorded by various well-known bluegrass artists, then he stepped away from writing bluegrass songs for a while, but has now come back to it.  We talk with Chris about his bluegrass journey and his song writing.  

Boy Golden is my guest on Roadcase this week!!  Liam Duncan, the brains at the heart of Boy Golden, is a Winnepeg–based artist whose uniquely insightful and thoroughly thought-provoking new album, Best of Our Possible Lives, has brought him critical acclaim and an Americana Awards nomination in the Best Emerging Artist category. Liam is a genuine and earnest student of the human bonds we all share and he talks to me about his life in terms of acceptance, free-will, empathy, and how these all combine to shape us into what we are and what we have the potential to become. This was a truly enlightening conversation that I can't wait for you to hear.=================================Chapters:00:00 Intro with Host Josh Rosenberg03:50 -  Liam's latest tour update06:05 - The dynamics of touring with Kat and band development07:50 - Behind the recording of Best of Our Possible Lives and collaborating with LA-based producers09:27 - Inspiration drawn from philosophy and mythology in songwriting13:13 - Exploring the meaning of "possible lives" and existential reflections15:55 - Acceptance, gratitude, and the human condition17:18 - Empathy, kindness, and understanding others' backgrounds19:17 - The storytelling power of music and narrative art21:43 - Personal growth, recasting the past, and the hero's journey22:57 - Living in the present versus reflecting on history24:14 - Songwriting as a blend of experience, fiction, and emotion26:50 - Sharing stories through music: mythology and cultural myths27:55 - The influence of legendary artists and tenacity30:24 - The universality of storytelling across cultures30:56 - Reading and translating indigenous oral traditions31:28 - The importance of reading aloud and editing33:17 - The impact of spoken word versus written text35:35 - Experimental music, noise, and embracing abstraction37:18 - Listening: lyrics, groove, and the impact of musical delivery38:45 - How music rewards multiple listening levels39:50 - Liam's Winnipeg roots and folk festival experiences41:51 - Returning home during the pandemic and local music scenes42:51 - When Liam knew he wanted to pursue music as a career43:41 - The songwriting floodgate opened post-breakup44:11 - The future of music careers amid touring costs45:29 - Producing music at home and the DIY spirit46:25 - Excitement for Telluride and bluegrass festivals47:43 - The magic of bluegrass and improvisation49:09 - Neil Francis, instrument exploration, and musical growth50:08 - Closing remarks on future plans and upcoming performances=================================For more information on Roadcase:https://linktr.ee/roadcasepod and https://www.roadcasepod.comOr contact Roadcase by email:  info@roadcasepod.comRoadcase theme music:  "Eugene (Instrumental)" by Waltzer

This week we feature guitar player Jack Lawrence and talk with him about his early years in bluegrass, the many years he spent performing with Doc Watson and what he will be teaching to flatpicking guitar players in August 2026 at the Monroe Mandolin Camp.

My guest this week is Sierra Hull and we're chatting about her instrumental project The Movements.We talk about how the piece came about, as the result of a FreshGrass Concerto commission, how she approached writing the piece, with and for her current band (Avery Merritt, Erik Coveney, Mark Raudabaugh, and Shaun Richardson), and the challenges presented by releasing a project like this. We also discuss how the piece has developed since it was first written and how she and the band incorporate it into their live shows, as well as what it was like going back into the studio to record live, filmed performances of the tracks.It's a wonderful piece of music and, as always, it was a treat getting to chat with Sierra.Find out more and order copies of The Movements at sierrahull.comCheck out Sierra's YouTube channel to watch live studio performances of The MovementsFor more on FreshGrass you can hear Oli Chanoff talking about the FreshGrass commissions program and some of the wonderful music it's produced.To hear my previous interviews with Sierra, check out these episodes:Sierra Hull - A Tiptoe High Wire (2025)Sierra Hull Interview (2023)Sierra Hull Returns (2024) Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins and Token premium guitar picks- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

Bluegrass and folk music legend Rik Patieri joins us midweek. Rik covers a lot in an hour, with songs that include Music Man, Marfa Lights, The Wolf Song, Hills of Vermont and a clip from he and Pete Seeger playing together in a version of John Henry

This interview is with Kevin Pogue, of VinTerra. Kevin is a geologist, educator, and wine industry consultant whose career has taken him from the caves and mountains of Kentucky to studying tectonics in Pakistan, teaching geology for decades, and eventually becoming deeply involved in viticulture and wine regions across the country. Kevin is originally from the Bluegrass region of Lexington, Kentucky and talks about spending much of his early life outdoors; he enjoys caving, climbing, skiing, and exploring the mountains, which sparked his interest in geology. Hediscusses his decades-long career in education, beginning college-level teaching at 22 and spending 35 years teaching different types of geology. He talks about mentoring students, his time at Oregon State and Whitman College, and the fulfillment he found in helping others learn about what he loved so much. The conversation explores how Kevin developed an interest in wine through geology, eventually consulting with grape growers in Walla Walla and helping evaluate terroir — the relationship between soil, climate, and land characteristics in wine production. He explains his involvement with AVA applications across the country and how geology connects directly to agriculture and wine.This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt in Portland, Oregon on April 3, 2026.

This week on The Gospel Jubilee Chip & Denny will be playing music by Watts, Rowsey, & Bean, Westward Road, Wes Hampton, Sound Street, The Cragun's, Sisters, Countdown to America's 250th birthday, and their mystery artist of the week.   Here are all of the ways you can listen to the Gospel Jubilee On your Echo device say, Alexa, play the Gospel Jubilee on Apple podcast. For a direct download go to: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/72058955/download.mp3   Ocean Waves Radio ... every Wednesday at 5:00 PM Eastern time., www.OceanWavesRadio.com   Thursday afternoons at 4:00 PM and Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM  EST on Southern Branch Bluegrass Radio, www.sbbradio.org   Playlist:   Artists |Song Title   01. Jeff & Sheri Easter - Morning's coming   02. The Whisnant's - It's only by the blood   03. The Freemans - Big tent revival   04. Watts, Rowsey, & Bean - when revival comes to town   05. Westward Road - He knew   06. Ernie Haase & Signature Sound - Do you want to be forgiven   07. Wes Hampton - Jesus saves   08. The Erwins - Back to the Garden   09. Todd Tilghman - Blood, sweat & tears   10. Tribute Quartet - It's always been grace   11. Countdown to America's 250th birthday - The Joplin tornado - May 22nd, 2011 - Judy Garland - "Somewhere Over The Rainbow"   12. Master's Voice - I need Your grace tonight   13. The Kramer's - He loved my soul   14. Greater Vision - You are my King   15. Ivan Parker - Let me take you to the cross   16. Sound Street - I'd rather believe in the old rugged cross   17. Our mystery artist of the week - My smiling face   18. The Cragun's - Love from the sweetest cup   19. Mark Bishop - Finding Bigfoot   20. The Crabb Family - The altar still calls   21. Sisters - Here's a reminder   Outro – Carrol and Donna Roberson – happy Trails  

Episode Notes Did you know you can support my podcast for as little as $1 a month? You can do that by heading over to my Patreon HERE!!  My guest this week is Nathan Beaumont. Nathan Beaumont is a 6th generation Floridian and 2nd generation Bluegrass musician from Central Florida. He got his start in music around the age of three years old, and picked up the banjo at the age of twelve. His early developement as a musician was heavily influeced by his father, having surrounded him with the music at a young age. He now plays mandolin professionally in the Bluegrass/Americana band Remedy Tree. He has regularly performed on stage with the Beaumont Family Band for most of his life, while also collaborating with veterans of the trade, as well as up and coming stars. While mandolin is currently his main instrument, he is proficient in guitar, banjo, bass, dobro, and fiddle.   Links to Nathan's Projects: Nathan Beaumont: Website Instagram Facebook   Remedy Tree: Website Instagram Facebook Songs featured in this episode: “These People Getting Crazy” by Remedy Tree (Beyond What I Can See) “I'll Remember You Love, In My Prayers” AKUS (So long, so wrong) “Every Second We're Apart” by Remedy Tree (Beyond What I Can See) “Beyond What I Can See” by Remedy Tree (Beyond What I Can See) “Sledd Ridin'” by Nathan Beaumont (Fort Lonesome) “West Dakota Rose” by Red and Christopher Henry (The Great Beyond) As Always a HUGE thank you to all of my sponsor's that make this podcast possible each week! Mandolin Cafe Peghead Nation promo code mandolinbeer Northfiled Mandolins Ear Trumpet Labs Ellis Mandolins Pava Mandolins Tone Slabs Elderly Instruments String Joy Strings promo code mandolinbeer

Singer/songwriter, virtuoso guitarist, and multiple Grammy winner Molly Tuttle chats about her wide-ranging musical personality that encompasses bluegrass, folk, Americana, and rock. PART ONE: Paul and Scott wade into the controversy to share their opinions about the New York Times' recent list of the 30 Best Living American Songwriters. Listen at your own risk!PART TWO: Our in-depth conversation with Molly TuttleABOUT MOLLY TUTTLE: In 2017, California-born Molly Tuttle became the first female winner of the International Bluegrass Music Awards' Guitar Player of the Year, an honor she won again in 2018, the same year she was named Instrumentalist of the Year by the Americana Music Awards. Though an accomplished musician, Tuttle won the IBMA's Female Vocalist of the Year award in 2023. Her 2022 album Crooked Tree earned her a Grammy for Best Bluegrass Album and a nomination for Best New Artist across all categories. It was also named Album of the Year by both the IBMA, which again awarded her as Female Vocalist of the Year, and the IFMA. Molly's follow up album, City of Gold, won the Grammy for Best Bluegrass Album, while her most recent release, So Long Little Miss Sunshine, was nominated for the Best Americana Album Grammy. Spanning various genres, Molly Tuttle's wide-ranging roots music explorations always bear the stamp of her unique imprint. Today she chats with us about her creative process, the evolution of her songwriting, and much more.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Charlie Widmer describes himself as a multi-genre musician, but his range goes far beyond most artists. From opera to bluegrass, he's pretty much done it all. Widmer is now the Connecticut State Troubadour, an official position devoted to music education and community. One of his major goals is to make more people comfortable pursuing music, he said. "My whole goal with being an educator is to try and just help people be less hard on themselves," he said. "It's not about being perfect. It turns out no one has it figured out. It turns out everyone's pretending. And I think it's time we take the masks off." Today, we’ll hear about Widmer's musical journey across the globe, and his ongoing work to nurture the local music scene in Connecticut. Where We Live is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we feature fiddle player, songwriter and singer Sara Watkins, famously of Nickel Creek and now performing with I'm With Her.  We talk with Sara about the Nickel Creek days and what I'm With Her has going on this year, including the recent release or their live album. 

My guest this week is John Reischman and we're talking about his fantastic record The Salish Sea, recorded with his band The Jaybirds.We chat about the band's long history together and the journey behind this record, including the Freshgrass Concerto Commission that led to the title track. John also shares his memories of first meeting Tony Rice and how he came to play with The Tony Rice Unit in the 1980s, including recording the albums Still Inside  and Backwaters.You can find out more about John and buy copies of his records at www.johnreischman.comBackwaters is now available as a remastered vinyl and download through Craft Recordings Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins and Token premium guitar picks- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

This week on The Gospel Jubilee Chip & Denny will be playing music by Master's Voice, Gerald Crabb, The Wisecarvers, The Sound, Sisters, The Littles, and their mystery artist of the week.   Here are all of the ways you can listen to the Gospel Jubilee On your Echo device say, Alexa, play the Gospel Jubilee on Apple podcast. For a direct download go to: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/71959116/download.mp3   Ocean Waves Radio ... every Wednesday at 5:00 PM Eastern time., www.OceanWavesRadio.com   Thursday afternoons at 4:00 PM and Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM  EST on Southern Branch Bluegrass Radio, www.sbbradio.org   Playlist:   Artists |Song Title   01. Gold City - Right now   02. Legacy Five - Be alright   03. Ernie Haase & Signature Sound - You'll find Him there   04. Master's Voice - Then & now   05. The Gaither Vocal Band - The difference is in me   06. Gerald Crabb - Something going on in the graveyard   07. The Childress family - I'm gonna leave here shoutin'   08. Liberty Quartet - Living by faith   09. The Freemans - I'm gonna make it   10. Tribute Quartet - Grace when I fall   11. The Wisecarvers - Silhouette   12. The Dunaways - When my tears wash the scars   13. The Sound - Be still my soul   14. Greater Vision - Remember the fish   15. The Erwins - The right thing to do   16. Our mystery artist of the week - Shoutin' time in Heaven   17. Karen Peck & New River - Calling   18. Mark Bishop - Wisdom of Yogi Berra   19. Sisters - Don't stop praying   20. Todd Tilghman - Still to come   21. The Littles - Good things   22. The LeFevre Quartet - Whatever hallelujah   23. The Browders – Lift up His name   Outro – Carrol and Donna Roberson – Happy Trails

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"You can see the hood ornament at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, but if you want to see the engine, you go to the Musicians Hall of Fame." Following the words of Neil Young, we go under the hood of the music industry at the Fisher Center for the Performing Arts. In this episode, Jrod sits down with the legends who have shaped the sound of generations. From the soulful philosophy of Michael McDonald to the relentless positivity of Keith Urban, we explore the mindset, purpose, and "Why" behind the world's most iconic creators. What's Inside: Michael McDonald on the driving force behind his legendary career. Keith Urban on the discipline of maintaining a positive emotional state. Ricky Skaggs on the enduring, multi-generational influence of Bluegrass. Leland Sklar on longevity, bass lines, and finding your Ikigai. Don Felder on the importance of honoring peers and why timeless songwriting outlasts every trend. Sam Palladio on the honor of hosting the evening's sold-out ceremony. __ Support the show: DoorDash: When life happens, get a little order delivered with DoorDash. Visit ⁠https://doordash.com⁠ today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us on Saturday, April 4 as we explore three of the final major Kentucky Derby prep races. We begin our journey in New York for the historic Wood Memorial. The heart of Horse country and Keeneland is next for the Bluegrass stakes. We finish our journey on the West Coast with the Santa Anita Derby. Back a horse and get paid.

This week we are featuring Ralph Stanley II.  We talk with Ralph about his life growing up in bluegrass as the son of a bluegrass legend and we will talk about this year's upcoming Dr. Ralph Stanley Hills of Home Bluegrass Festival held at the Stanley homeplace over Memorial Day Weekend.  We'll also talk about the Stanley Brothers recent induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Welcome to this month's Bluegrass Briefing, a monthly series of episodes taking a look at what's going on in the world of bluegrass.Here are the links to stuff mentioned in this episode.Podcast newsRecent interview episodesAppleSpotifyNews and Announcements (Church Street News)Todd Phillips fundraiserNorth Carolina Guitar CelebrationCraft Recordings Tony Rice reissueReleases (The Grass is New)Punch Brothers - New Bike videoJarrod Walker - NighthawkI'm With Her - Sing Me AliveScroll on BuddySierra Hull Movements videosMovement 1Movement 2 Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins and Token premium guitar picks- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

Happy Mother's Day from The Gospel Jubilee   This week on The Gospel Jubilee Chip & Denny will be paying tribute to moms everywhere. They will also be playing music by Three Bridges, Ricky Skaggs & The Whites, Rich Abney, Ernie Dawson & Heirline, Michael Combs, Tim Menzies, Sebastian Marrason, and their mystery artist of the week.   Here are all of the ways you can listen to the Gospel Jubilee On your Echo device say, Alexa, play the Gospel Jubilee on Apple podcast. For a direct download go to: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/71880177/download.mp3   Ocean Waves Radio ... every Wednesday at 5:00 PM Eastern time., www.OceanWavesRadio.com   Thursday afternoons at 4:00 PM and Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM  EST on Southern Branch Bluegrass Radio, www.sbbradio.org   Playlist:   Artists |Song Title   01. 11th Hour - Doing what's right   02. Amber Nelon Thompson - He's making me   03. The Taylors - Salvation's song   04. Three Bridges - Like Jesus did   05. Greater Vision - It means just what it said   06. Legacy Five - He is to me   07. Ricky Skaggs & The Whites - Will my mother know me there   08. Rich Abney - Thank You says it best   09. 8th Street - Mama's prayer   10. The Wilburns - Mama   11. Ernie Dawson & Heirline - She's not crying anymore   12. Michael Combs - mama knows Jesus   13. Tim Menzies - Mama knows   14. Sebastian Marrason - Echoes from the burning bush   15. The Ferguson Family - It could've been me   16. The Gaither Vocal Band - If the Lord wasn't walking by my side   17. The Down East Boys - What love   18. Our mystery artist of the week - I'll live again   19. The Kingsmen - Tell it on the mountain   20. Mark Bishop - Birthdays happens   21. Brian Free & Assurance - Die another day   22. The Kingdom Heirs - Now I'm on my way to Heaven   23. Gordan Mote - Hold me up  

This week we feature bass and guitar player Randy Barnes and talk with him about the many bluegrass bands that he has performed with over the years and his new solo recording on Mountain Fever Records.

Tony Trischka returns to Bluegrass Jam Along to talk about his new record Earl Jam 2, the follow up to the first volume of a fascinating project that began when Tony was sent a thumb drive of recordings of Earl Scruggs and John Hartford jamming together at home.Volume 2 also has a great line up of special guests, including Billy Strings, Bruce Molsky, Molly Tuttle, Del McCoury, Sierra Ferrell and Sister Sadie.Tony tells the fascinating story of how Farayi Malek ended up adding vocals to one tune, after Alison Krauss had done the scratch vocal but wasn't well and couldn't record the final vocal.As with volume 1 it's a great record, full of variety and superb performances.You can hear more in my conversation with Tony about Earl Jam Volume 1 For more info on Tony and to buy both records, visit www.tonytrischka.comThanks to Sore Fingers bluegrass and old time camp for inviting me down to record this interview while Tony was there teaching banjo! Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins and Token premium guitar picks- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

On this week's show, we spend quality time with superlative new records by Parlor Greens and Robyn, spin fresh tracks from Massive Attack with Tom Waits, S.G. Goodman and Angine de Poitrine, and commemorate the 50th anniversary of The Ramones' iconic self-titled debut. All this & much, much less!Debts No Honest Man Can Pay is over 2 rock-solid hours of musical eclectica & other noodle stories. The show started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

My guest this week is Michael Daves and we're chatting about the superb new record he has out with Jacob Jolliff, We Like Jim & Jesse!The record, released on Michael's own label Wild Geranium Records, celebrates the music of first generation bluegrass legends, brothers Jim and Jesse McReynolds.Michael talks about meeting Jesse in 2019 - he was 90 or 91 at the time and still writing new tunes every day - and how that sparked the idea for the record. We also chat about Jesse's unique contribution to the history of bluegrass mandolin, how one of their biggest hits was written on the spot in response to an argument and why Jim and Jesse's vocal blend is every bit as important to their sound as Jesse's mandolin playing.We also talk about Fables, Michael's recent release that pays tribute to a very different act...R.E.M.This interview was recorded at Sore Fingers, the wonderful UK bluegrass camp that runs every Easter (and has for the past 30 years). Later this week I'll be bringing you an interview with Tony Trischka, also recorded at the camp, plus a special episode celebrating Sore Fingers.You'll find Michael and Jacob's record on Bandcamp, where you'll also find Michael's R.E.M. tribute Fables Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins and Token premium guitar picks- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

Louie & Sean are back at Churchill for another edition of BloodHorse at Kentucky Derby 152, presented by Christie's Bluegrass.On this episode, hear from:-Alejandro Galindo, exercise rider for Intrepido-Doug O'Neill on Pavlovian, Robusta-Declan Cannon on Six Speed-Bhupat Seemar on Six Speed-A moment w/ Great White

This week on The Gospel Jubilee Chip & Denny will be counting down their top ten picks of the most popular Southern Gospel songs for April.   Tune in to listen whether your favorite song or artist made it into this month's top ten.   Here are all of the ways you can listen to the Gospel Jubilee On your Echo device say, Alexa, play the Gospel Jubilee on Apple podcast. For a direct download go to: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/71677156/download.mp3       Ocean Waves Radio ... every Wednesday at 5:00 PM Eastern time., www.OceanWavesRadio.com   Thursday afternoons at 4:00 PM and Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM  EST on Southern Branch Bluegrass Radio, www.sbbradio.org   Playlist:   Artists |Song Title   01. Tribute Quartet - It's time to sing   02. Truesong - I got saved   03. Karen Peck & New River - I speak Jesus   04. The Erwins - Joy is gonna come   05. Liberty Quartet - Passing the faith along   06. The Booth Brothers - Jesus speaking peace   07. The Taylors - The well   08. The Gaither Vocal Band - Hard trials will soon be over   09. Peach Goldman - Grace will lead you home   10. The Kingsmen - Cost of the cross   11. Anthem Edition - Every promise made is a promise kept   12. Brian Free & Assurance - Behind my praise   13. Our mystery artist of the week - It's my desire   14. The Binions - Give up   15. The Childress Family - Coming out with my hands up   16. Jeff & Sheri Easter - The only way he knew how   17. Joseph Habedank - The Church   18. Mike Leichner - I say the name   19. Tim Lovelace - Never say goodbye   20. The LeFevre Quartet - When my feet touch the streets of gold   21. Tribute Quartet - Homecoming Day   22. The Guardians - That somebody was me Outro – Carrol and Donna Roberson – Happy Trails  

This week we feature guitar player, singer and songwriter Paige Anderson.  We'll talk about her early work with her family band and subsequent work with her siblings in a band called The Fearless Kin.  We then talk with Paige about her most recent work with the band Two Runner and you will get to hear several of Paige's original songs that she recorded with Two Runner.     

This week, Ozark original up and coming traditional bluegrass quartet Spillwater Drive recorded live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park's Bluegrass & Fried Chicken Festival weekend. Each August, the Ozark Folk Center State Park in scenic Mountain View, Arkansas hosts its Bluegrass & Fried Chicken Festival. The event brings a full weekend of down home crafts, soul food and soulful bluegrass music. Bands at the festival range from local acts to some of the most celebrated groups in modern bluegrass music. Spillwater Drive is a traditional four piece bluegrass group from the Arkansas and Missouri Ozarks region. An Arkansas Country Music Awards winner, the band brings bell ringing vocal harmonies, superb instrumental virtuosity and unstoppable energy. Spillwater Drive features Adam Ash of Gateway, Arkansas on banjo, Mountain View's very own Samuel Cobb on mandolin, Gary Cook from Monett, Missouri on upright acoustic bass, and from Washburn, Missouri, Jake Stogdill on the acoustic guitar. - https://www.spillwaterdrive.com/meet-the-band In this week's “From the Vault” segment, OHR producer Jeff Glover offers a 1987 archival recording of honorary Ozark originals The Grandpa Jones Family, featuring Grandpa, Ramona & Alisa Jones and Cathy Barton-Para, performing the traditional tune “Bill Cheatham,” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives. Also, a vintage joke told by Grandpa. In his segment “Back in the Hills,” writer, professor and historian Dr. Brooks Blevins discusses the surprisingly varied heritage of the Ozarks.

Happy Kentucky week eventing fans! It's going to be a fun-filled week in the Bluegrass, but before the competition kicks off USEA CEO Rob Burk and Equiratings' Diarmuid Byrne sit down with USEA Podcast host Nicole Brown to talk about stats, personal favorites in the field, and so much more. Tune in during your travels to the Kentucky Horse Park this week to help you decide who you are rooting for! 

What does it really take to build a profitable YouTube channel in a niche everyone says is "too small"? In this episode, Cody Moneymaker pulls back the curtain on how his bluegrass guitar channel, just 33,000 subscribers, generates right around $5,000 a month in course sales, with zero paid ads and barely any sponsorships. We get into the exact pivot that changed everything (hint: it wasn't about playing better), why his thumbnails look like a newspaper on purpose, how he plans his entire year around sales seasonality, and the mindset shift that keeps him from burning out. If you've got a small channel and you're wondering if the numbers will ever add up — this one's for you. About Cody: Cody Moneymaker is a bluegrass guitarist and educator based in East Tennessee. A graduate of East Tennessee State University's Bluegrass, Old-Time, and Country Music program, he has performed everywhere from Knoxville to Vietnam. His YouTube channel, Cody M. Music, has over 32,000 subscribers, where he shares lessons and insights into bluegrass guitar, gear, and ups and downs of being a local musician. Connect With Cody: YouTube Channel /// Website   What We Offer Creators Join Creator Communities. A place to gather with other creators every single day. This provides access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE!  Hire Dusty To Be Your YouTube Coach YouTube Channel Reviews (Audit): Get a 7-10 minute personalized video review of your YouTube channel with honest, actionable feedback for just $50. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: Each week I document what I'm doing in my business and creative journey, share new things I've discovered, mistakes I've made, and much more! All Tools Mentioned On The Show: The Ultimate Entrepreneurs Resource. This is the spreadsheet where I keep all of the tools mentioned by all the guests on the podcast. Follow The Show: Facebook /// X /// YouTube /// Instagram

In this bonus episode we're celebrating Tony Rice's best loved albums....as voted for by you!I put out a poll over my social channels as well as some popular Facebook groups and subreddits and collated all the responses.The rules were simple - just pick one album each for these 3 categories:1. Tony Rice/Tony Rice Unit album2. Album where Tony's named as one of the artists (e.g. Blake & Rice/ Skaggs & Rice/Tone Poems)3. Any album Tony plays on but isn't named as an artist (e.g. DGQ, Bluegrass Album Band, JD's 0044….or anything else)I had over 400 votes in total. In this short episode I reveal what won in each category, what the most popular album was overall and also what pickers like Chris Thile and Trey Hensley chose as their favourites!Check out the full list You'll find links to previous podcast episodes celebrating Tony Rice on bluegrassjamalong.com Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

My guest this week is Thomm Jutz.We're talking about Thomm's fascinating new project Ring-a-Bellin', an 18 track album and, for those wanting to dive even deeper into the process behind this new release, a beautiful, hardback Ring-A-Bellin' companion book, which includes the stories and inspiration behind each song. Thomm talks about the idea behind the record; his unique approach to music, creativity, and life; how imagery, psychology, and tradition inform his work and the importance of process, authenticity, and staying true to your artistic journey.In this episodeThomm explains: The concept behind his album, and the companion book of artwork and essaysThe influence of analytical psychology, alchemy, and symbolism on his songwritingHis love of of organic, live recording techniques versus layered, processed musicHis thoughts on the role of tradition in American and Irish folk music, and the importance of maintaining a connection to old instruments and stylesWhy he sees song creation as an alchemical journey from chaos to clarityHis views on technology, AI, and their impact on the authenticity of musicHow time and place influence his songwritingThe parallels between craft, process, and the deeper spiritual aspects of musical creationAbout ThommThomm Jutz is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter, producer, guitarist, and media composer and veteran of the American Roots Music scene, with over 25 years' of experience in the industry. His latest project, Ring-a-Bellin' combines an 18-song album with a beautifully illustrated companion book, providing a multi-dimensional experience that captures the essence of his artistic process and journey.Recent work includes Nothing But Green Willow: The Songs of Mary Sands and Jane Gentry (2023, with Martin Simpson), a transatlantic exploration of the women who contributed to Cecil Sharp's folk song collection, featuring Sierra Hull, Odessa Settles, Angeline Morrison, and Tim O'Brien.Resources & LinksThomm's WebsiteInstagramFacebookThomm Jutz and Martin Simpson discuss Nothing But Green Willow on Bluegrass Jam Along Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

On Episode 294 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with Nashville native Jess Woodland. Fresh off the release of her EP High Road, Jess shares her journey from bluegrass roots and a rural Tennessee upbringing to carving out her own lane in today's music scene. Jess opens up about stepping away from music, facing serious health challenges, and ultimately finding her way back with a renewed sense of purpose. She dives into the making of High Road, blending country, Americana, and alternative influences into a gritty, emotionally-driven sound that's uniquely her own. The conversation also explores building a fanbase through social media, navigating the highs and lows of being an independent artist, and the importance of self-worth, community, and resilience. Jess's story is a powerful reminder that sometimes the hardest path forward is the one worth taking. Follow on Social Media: Jess Woodland: @justjesswoodland Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Chapters (00:00:00) - Harlem native on the ice storm(00:02:39) - Bluegrass singer-songwriter on his roots(00:04:43) - "You're Not Done" by Emeli(00:09:19) - All The High Roads, On Spotify(00:11:16) - What Kind of Music Do You Make?(00:14:41) - Singer-Songwriter talks about East Nashville(00:18:14) - Songwriters Round(00:19:06) - Alex Jones on How Old Does He Feel?(00:21:31) - Michael Pinto on His EP(00:24:25) - Tennesse rapper Becca Ray on coming out(00:28:00) - Rihonda on Love Yourself(00:30:33) - Michael on His Hardest Songs(00:34:24) - "Thank You For showing Me How I'm Lonely"(00:38:54) - 100. Playing One of Our Nights(00:39:12) - Michael Jackson on New Music(00:40:01) - Who Would Be Some Acts That I'd Love to Go Out With(00:43:35) - "You're the CEO of Your Business"(00:45:14) - What do we like doing when we're not on the music grind(00:48:01) - Can You Travel To All 50 States?(00:50:56) - Michael Jackson on His Daughter's Help(00:54:05) - Jess Woodland on Posting Her First Tik Tok Video

FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama has played a role in some of the most iconic recordings in American popular music history. Today it hosts From the Top and the next generation of classical musicians. We meet a 13-year-old bluegrass banjo player with a talent for improvisation. We hear from a 16-year-old pianist performing Amy Beach and learn about the challenges and rewards of the French Horn.Thanks to Focusrite and ADAM Audio for making From the Top's recording at FAME possible.To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

My guest this week is Alex Graf and we're talking all things Manzanita.Alex made the shift from a more jazz based background to flatpicking a few years ago and Tony Rice's Manzanita became one of the absolute cornerstone records for him on that journey. We talk about why it became so important, what Alex learned from Tony's playing on the record and why he still finds something new in it every time he listens.You'll hear about:How Tony's jazz influences shaped his approach to guitarThe importance of musical conversation between band members on ManzanitaThe myths and legends that surround Tony's albumsHow Tony Rice's approach to chord voicings was inspired by jazz piano legend Bill EvansHow reinterpreting melody, rather than just blowing through the changes, keeps music freshand much more.To find out more about Alex, including his great teaching resource Alex's Acoustic Club, head to alexgrafmusic.comFor news, updates and great free content on improving your playing, check out Alex's Instagram and YouTube Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

In The Money Media returns with a jampacked late week show starting with analysis of the Late Pick 5 sequence on Blue Grass Stakes Day at Keeneland this Saturday (April 4). PTF is joined by oddsmaker Nick Tammaro to break down that sequence on the card of a major Kentucky Derby prep. Later in the show, PTF is joined by professional horseplayer for a look at the Late Pick 5 sequence on Saturday at Santa Anita and then later sits down with Kali Francois of the Maryland Jockey Club to analyze the Value Late Pick 5 sequence over at Laurel Park.

Can a North Carolina distillery really take on the heavyweights of the Bluegrass? Today, we're joined by Pete Barger, the co-founder of Southern Distilling Company, to talk about how he's disrupting the craft bourbon landscape from just outside of Charlotte. Pete brings a unique background of engineering and agricultural expertise to the table, and he's sharing the story of how they built a massive, state-of-the-art operation that's doing everything from contract distilling for powerhouses like Brothers Bond to winning double golds with their own Paragon wheated bourbon. Pete breaks down their commitment to regenerative farming and how sourcing local North Carolina grains creates a flavor profile that stands out in a crowded market. We also taste their American Single Malt and just wait until you hear Ryan's reaction. This is what American Single Malt has been missing. Show Notes: The craft bourbon movement's landscape in North Carolina Merging engineering with whiskey-making Tackling the whisky provenance debate: quality vs. origin Collaboration insights: Brothers Bond and regenerative agriculture The role of barrel selection and innovative finishes The introduction of honey-cask bourbon and its market strategy Future plans for Southern Distilling and commitment to community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lovers on the line in jailhouse phone calls reveal new clues. Then, a big arrest. This episode was originally published on November 29, 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.