Podcast appearances and mentions of jesse langlais

TOWN MOUNTAIN is the popular North Carolina band of alt-country rebellion and honky-tonk attitude pushed through the hardscrabble Southern Appalachian lens. Formed 15 years ago by Robert Greer and Jesse Langlais on a ridge high about Asheville's skyline, their latest release LINES IN THE LEVEE presents a renewed sense of self for the band's sound. THE LOCAL HONEYS have been part of the Kentucky music scene for almost a decade now. Duo Linda Jean Stokley and Montana Hobbs speak through their music the struggle and complexity of contemporary Appalachian life. Their newest self-titled album has rollicking banjo meets overdriven guitar hooks, and blue collar rural grit met with lush melodies and nimble harmonies. SALLY HICKS is a 16 year old musician from Tellico Plains, TN where she is also a member of their SongFarmers chapter.

Interview with award winning banjo player, songwriter and all around nice guy Tray Wellington, featuring excerpts of his original compositions as well as some covers. Includes commentary from host and producer Joe Kendrick, as well as banjo players Jesse Langlais and Brian Swenk.

Host Andrew Moose welcomes Jesse Langlais from Town Mountain to this episode of I'm With the Band. Moose and Jesse talk all things Town Mountain including writing with Tyler Childers, breathing new life into a Bruce Springsteen song, their love for Jerry Garcia and Merlefest and the new album that is in the works.

Town Mountain is a Bluegrass band that currently consists of guitarist/vocalist Robert Greer, banjo player Jesse Langlais, mandolin player/vocalist Phil Barker, fiddle player Bobby Britt, and bassist Zach Smith. Robert Greer joins us for an awesome visit in this one. We talk about modern Bluegrass, how the band blazes their own trail with their sound, and get to hear the wild story behind their song "Witch Trials". Be sure to check Town Mountain out on all social media platforms, and show them some support HERE https://www.townmountain.net/ Music featured in this episode:  Town Mountain:  - New Freedom Blues  - Down Low (ft. Tyler Childers)  - Witch Trials  Thanks so much for listening! We really appreciate everyone's support and all the interaction on Twitter and Instagram. If you're new and enjoying the show, tell a friend, and join the conversation with us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! 

Banjo player Jesse Langlais chuckled when he first saw the question about Town Mountain as a bluegrass finishing school. It is true that the band has had a lot of members come and go over their 11+ years, and many have done quite well after their tenure in this five piece from Asheville, NC. It is also true that once you are Town Mountain member, there is a reunion somewhere in your future. There is never a last ride in the van: once you play in the band, you are like family. Arthur Grimes buck dances with Town Mountain at MerleFest in 2018 As tightly knit and warm as they are, there is also an edge and a swagger to Town Mountain. All five members are well versed in the bluegrass tradition, but they also have some rock and roll in them, and the dexterity to weave these influences together seamlessly. With the addition of drums, and a song co-written by and featuring Tyler Childers on their latest album New Freedom Blues, they show their ability to stay true to the music of icons like Bill Monroe and Jimmy Martin while building something altogether new. I spoke with Jesse, mandolin player Phil Barker and bassist Zach Smith, their producer Caleb Klauder and others in this episode which features album tracks and live tunes from the band. Plus, a wee bit of The Police and R.E.M. It really does make sense once you hear it, we promise. Thanks to the friendly folks at The Bywater in Asheville for hosting our interview session, to Sarah Bennett at All Eyes Media for helping set up the interview and for being on the show herself, and to Caleb Klauder and Jerry McNeely for taking the time to talk with me also. Thanks to Osiris for carrying us on their network, and to Bluegrass Planet Radio for airing this series too. We appreciate everyone who listens, and especially those who spread awareness for this series and the artists and music professionals we profile. Giving us a good rating and comment on podcast platforms like Apple Podcast makes us quite grateful, and we would count you as a total rock star if you joined us as a patron or sponsor. Next up? A bit of a departure, as we take a deep dive into the song “Wagon Wheel” and talk with artists who played it. Drop us a line if you have a story to tell! - Joe Kendrick

Town Mountain is an independent-minded steward of classic bluegrass, but their take on Appalachian music is infused with a modern-day feel that allows the group freedom of expression. With Town Mountain's newest album, New Freedom Blues, the band discovered a way to build off their past to craft something new and exciting, and so authentic in terms of who they are as musicians and as people. Banjo/vocalist Jesse Langlais, mandolin/vocalist Phil Barker, and bass player Zach Smith share what life on the road means to the band, change, bluegrass and how their creative process unfolds.

Jesse Langlais from Town Mountain plays tracks from Southern Crescent and talks about playing the Grand Ole Opry and the band’s democratic songwriting. Also on this episode, I’ve got the new Left Lane Cruiser album, plus new music from The Everydays, Bonnie Bishop, The Felice Brothers, Massy Ferguson, Sara Watkins, and more. "Town Mountain works at both ends of the Southern Crescent (Ep308)" originated from Americana Music Show.