Bluegrass BKLYN

Join Mike on his trip down under, in search of Bluegrass in Australia! He visits the National Folk Festival where musicians from across the wide continent converge. Listen in as he talks with Bruce Packard, a veteran bluegrass musician, The High Street Drifters, a hard-driving bluegrass band … and Linda Dowdy, a banjo-playing trail boss from Missouri! It’s an amazing journey, and we hope you’ll enjoy tagging along. Mentions in this Episode: Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club @melbournescottishfiddlers melbournescottishfiddlers.com National Folk Festival @nationalfolkfestival The High Street Drifters @highstreetdrifters thehighstreetdrifters.com Grundy Banjos grundybanjos.com Grey Fox Festival July 16 - 20 @greyfoxbluegrass greyfoxbluegrass.com Bluegrass by the Stoll @ Delia’s Lounge July 18 facebook.com/events/1257969332686891 deliaslounge.com Bluegrass Week @ The Ashokan Center August 4 – 8 ashokancenter.org/product/bluegrass-camp-2025 The Violin Centre violincentre.com.au Katoomba Music Store @katoombamusic Music in this Episode (in order of appearance) ‘Back to the Hills’ – The High Street Drifters The Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club live on stage ‘The Shores of Botany Bay’ – The Bushwackers ‘Rat Race’ – The High Street Drifters ‘Jesse James’ – Sonny Osborne ‘Hobo from Boho’ – The High Street Drifters

We get to talk with Jake Jolliff, one of Brooklyn’s Finest, a mandolin virtuoso of the first order, composer, bandleader, and teacher. He shares his thoughts on practice, performance, blending musical influences, and much more. As a special treat, we hear from Riyae Park, one of Brooklyn’s best kept musical secrets … but not for long! Join us and enjoy the episode. Mentioned in this Episode The Jacob Jolliff Band @jacob.jolliff www.jacobjolliff.com Riyae Park @riyae_music Ashokan Center Bluegrass Camp August 4-8 ashokancenter.org/product/bluegrass-camp-2025/ Molly Tuttle @mollytuttle www.mollytuttlemusic.com/ Della Mae @heyheydellamae www.dellamae.com/ Sunny’s Bar @sunnysbarofficial www.sunnysredhook.com/ Jalopy Theater and School of Music @jalopybrooklyn www.jalopytheatre.com Delia’s Lounge Jam (1st and 3rd Saturday of each month) www.facebook.com/groups/502898005440270 www.deliaslounge.com Music in this Episode (in order of appearance): ‘Columbus Stockade Blues’ – The Jacob Jolliff Band ‘These Songs’ – Della Mae ‘White Freightliner’ – Tommy Emmanuel & Molly Tuttle ‘LA County Blues’ – The Jacob Jolliff Band ‘One Night in Glasgow’ – The Jacob Jolliff Band

This episode explores the theme of Women in Bluegrass. Liz has a fascinating discussion with Della Mae bandleader Kimber Ludiker where they cover everything from upcoming camps, new albums and tunes, the challenges of touring – and throwing pottery! And, once again, you can test your knowledge of bluegrass history with a quiz. Enjoy the episode! Some Mentions in this Episode Kimber Ludiker and Della Mae @kimberludiker www.dellamae.com/ Bluegrass Camp at the Ashokan Center 8/4-8/8/25 www.ashokancenter.org/product/bluegrass-camp-2025/ Alice Gerrard www.alicegerrard.com Porch Stomp 2025 www.porchstomp.com @porchstomp Lowell Folk Festival www.lowellfolkfestival.org @lowellfolkfest Music in order of appearance “No See Um Stomp” – Della Mae “Redwing” – Johnny Gimble “Side Saddle” – Molly Tuttle and Gillian Welch “They’ll Never Keep Us Down” – Hazel Dickens “West Virginia My Home” – Hazel Dickens “Black Lung” – Hazel Dickens “Jeopardy Theme, Bluegrass Style” – Mike Few / Youtube “Cacklin’ Hen” - Kimber Ludiker and Deanie Richardson

Join Mike on his journey through the amazing 4-day music camp leading up to the iconic DelFest. Meet Chris Ward, the new fiddle player in the Del McCoury Band and Travelin' McCourys. Follow his progress through the Band Scramble, and along listen in on intriguing and informative conversations with instructors and musicians. Del Yeah! Mentions in this Episode: Delfest Academy www.delfest.com/delfest-academy Del McCoury Band www.delmccouryband.com/ Deanie Richardson and Sister Sadie www.deanierichardson.com/ www.sistersadieband.com/ Christian Ward @christianpennward Screen Porch Pickers www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567301721570 Digital Sound Board www.digitalsoundboard.net/ Porch Stomp 2025 https://www.porchstomp.com/ Music in this Episode (in order of appearance) "Can't Get You Off My Mind" - Del McCoury Band @ Delfest "Can't You Hear Me Calling" - Del McCoury Band @ Delfest "Listen to the Radio" - The Radio Fliers @ Delfest Academy Band Scramble "Count Me Out" - Del McCoury Band @ Delfest

There are so many great musicians and personalities here in the Bluegrass Borough - we wanted you give you a chance to meet a few. We chat with some of our favorite folks from around the jam circle. Listen in on the interesting and surprising conversations, and join us as we drop in on an iconic New York City jam. Some ‘Mentions’ in this episode: Roger Oliver @rto_oliver Sunny’s Bar in Red Hook, BKLYN sunnysredhook.com Zach Williams thewestsidecowboys.com @iamzlw Musicians on Call https://www.musiciansoncall.org Donna Kirby wantedgalmusic.com Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam facebook.com/groups/502898005440270 Porch Stomp 2025 – June 21st porchstomp.com Jam Jersey 2026 bluegrassjamsnearme.com/jamjersey Sheriff Bob's Good Time Jam acebook.com/BobsGoodtimeJam Music in this Episode (in order of appearance) ‘Tear my Stillhouse Down’ – Gillian Welch ‘Big Ball in Brooklyn’ – Flatt & Scruggs ‘Hard Times’ – The Longest Johns ‘Family Tradition’ – The West Side Cowboys (live) ‘Brooklyn Smells Like Oregon’ – Donna Kirby / Wanted Gal ‘King of the Road’ – David McKay (jam) ‘Banks of the Ohio’ – John Vitali (jam) ‘Swing Low’ – Ed Robbins (jam) ‘Boneparte’s Retreat’ - Donny L'Hirondelle

Liz revisits her bluegrass roots, returning to her home town of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We get to meet some of the amazing musicians and characters there, drop in on the jam scene, take a trip down memory lane with Liz and her sisters … and what’s this about potatoes? You’ll enjoy discovering a thriving bluegrass scene you may not have known about. Some Mentions in this Episode: Trish Imbrogno www.trishplaysbass.com @trishplaysbass Becky Buller www.beckybuller.com @beckybullerofficial Sweaty Already String Band www.sweatyalreadystringband.com/ Starlite Lounge, Blawnox PA https://www.starlite-lounge.com Andy’s Ramble Bluegrass Band @ Delia’s Lounge 6/8/25 www.deliaslounge.com https://www.facebook.com/share/18qjSZv2vn/ Porch Stomp @ Governors Island 6/21/25 www.porchstomp.com @porchstomp Music in this Episode (in order of appearance) ‘Think of What You’ve Done’ – Sweaty Already String Band ‘Clinch Mountain Backstep’– Sweaty Already String Band ‘ Cherokee Shuffle’ – Becky Buller ‘My Home’s Across the Smokey Mountains’ – Pete Seeger ‘The Keeper of the Door’ – Old Buck ‘Columbus Stockade Blues’ – Liz Wolfe and the Starlite Jammers ‘Battle of New Orleans’ – Pete Seeger ‘Country Girl’ – Liz and her Sisters

One of our great fiddle players, Alex Hargreaves, tells us about his diverse musical journey that includes Texas-style fiddle competitions, and jazz bands, and bluegrass. We talk about touring, teaching, performing, and ... a proposal! Also, Liz and Mike compare notes on shows, events, and festivals coming up this Summer and Fall. We hope you enjoy the episode! Mentions in this Episode: Alex Hargreaves https://www.alexhargreaves.net/ @alexhargreaves.music Grant Gordy https://www.grantgordy.com/ @grantgordy National Fiddle Contest @ Weiser, Idaho https://www.fiddlecontest.org/ @nationalfiddlecontest Berklee College of Music https://college.berklee.edu/ Artistworks Fiddle School https://artistworks.com/fiddle-lessons-alex-hargreaves Andy's Ramble Bluegrass Band @ Delia's Lounge 6/8/25 https://www.deliaslounge.com/new-events-2/2025/6/8/andys-ramble-bluegrass-band @statmanandy @bluegrassbklyn Porch Stomp https://www.porchstomp.com/ @porchstomp Grey Fox Festival https://greyfoxbluegrass.com/ Ashokan Bluegrass Camp https://ashokancenter.org/product/bluegrass-camp-2025/ IBMA World of Bluegrass 2025 https://worldofbluegrass.org/ Music in this Episode (in order of appearance): 'Malfunction Junction' - Billy Strings / Alex Hargreaves on 'Highway Prayers' https://open.spotify.com/track/70TpmiBQ53x2WZLQb2JJGI?si=ab345d20b4e44bcf 'Whistlin' Rufus' - Stuart Duncan on 'Stuart Duncan' https://open.spotify.com/track/6ZLr1de5GgZbMZAAYOyG8X?si=bfa3b21874974f49 'Mobius' - Grant Gordy on 'Peripheral Visions' https://open.spotify.com/track/3Ia6G8f8K2b0bfTnKsjmzN?si=8eca10b37e8144a5 'All Will Be Well' - Sister Sadie on 'All Will Be Well' https://open.spotify.com/track/6PKbLypSzDkN4RaPGUYVF8?si=2d10e840e0774982 'Escabana' - Billy Strings / Alex Hargreaves on 'Highway Prayers' https://open.spotify.com/track/0TR6IW2Wk8NQCAsU0ecAc7?si=d3e018252d884151

Mike and Liz get a chance to speak with Chris Jones, long time bluegrass musician, front man of 'Chris Jones and the Night Drivers', host of Sirius XM's 'Bluegrass Junction' channel, and songwriter. He touches on all areas of our favorite music, and provides fascinating insights from his unique perspective. Mentions in this Episode: Chris Jones @chrisjonesgrass www.chrisjonesgrass.com "Plenty Ventured" - Chris' latest single https://open.spotify.com/track/2ZzoeQezaCO1MVQRJfKZd3?si=cc06e80599f24a15 Andy's Ramble Bluegrass Band @ Delia's Lounge 6/8/25 https://www.facebook.com/share/18o6hTrqxc/ Porch Stomp - 6/21/25 www.porchstomp.com Music in this Episode (in order of appearance) "We Needed this Ride" - Chris Jones and the Night Drivers https://open.spotify.com/track/2vkI1Q5hDLjk1KiVDHpAvp?si=57e8fa1b4523416e "Cumberland Gap"- Flatt and Scruggs https://open.spotify.com/track/2IGLgLzFxFUiDnGjshugWZ?si=6f63116a1ec24257 "Kentucky Waltz" - Bill Monroe and his Bluegrass Boys https://open.spotify.com/track/5QJPCbA17g4a316gQ9pVQv?si=5775db9c28784f3d "Pages in Your Hand" - Chris Jones and the Night Drivers https://open.spotify.com/track/1Jm0SgFRW6nxdIb7q6rxmi?si=3d218470ff374010

Liz and Mike continue to explore the theme of 'Women in Bluegrass' with an in-depth interview with Hilary Hawke, Brooklyn-based banjo virtuoso, band leader, and teacher. The topics range from cross-over Country music, women in jams, approach to learning and .... fish-net stockings(!). Mike offers you a challenge to your musical knowledge with a fun quiz. Enjoy the episode! Some mentions in this episode: Hilary Hawke @highatmissphere Link to album Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hilaryhawke/hilary-hawke-new-album-lift-up-this-old-world?ref=discovery_location&total_hits=7998&category_id=37 Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam https://www.facebook.com/groups/502898005440270 Bluegrass Jams Near Me www.bluegrassjamsnearme.com Music in this episode (in order of appearance): 'Lonely Heart' - Hilary Hawke Band 'Hey Me, Hey Moma' - Sierra Farrell 'Ring of Fire' - June Carter Quiz Tunes (you'll have to listen!) 'Alison's Band' - Charlie Sizemore '4 Cent Cotton' - Hilary Hawke Band

We had an unbelievable time at Jam Jersey in April, and wanted to give you a recap. So much fun, so much music! Mike, Liz, and co-producer Jordan Richmond talk about how this important new event in the Northeast region took shape, and we get to talk with attendees and volunteers, hear some of the music. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Some Mentions in this episode: Jordan Richmond https://www.pioneervalleyflamethrowers.com/ Liz Wolfe www.bluegrassjamsnearme.com Alex Deane https://www.instagram.com/alexdeanemusic/ @alexdeanemusic @theoldgrimes @dirtymotherstringband https://www.facebook.com/DirtyMotherStringBand/ https://www.instagram.com/theoldgrimes/ Zach Williams https://www.nybluegrass.com/thewestsidecowboys @iamzlw @thewestsidecowboys Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam https://www.facebook.com/groups/502898005440270 @bluegrassbklyn Splatter Paint https://thedispersedcampers.bandcamp.com/ https://jeffreyumbrell.bandcamp.com/ @splatterpaintnyc Raven and Red https://ravenandred.com/ @raven_and_red Some Music from this episode (in order of appearance) 'Tear my Still House Down' - Jam Jersey All-Stars 'Grandpa's Beer' - Raven and Red 'Angel Band' - Woman's Voices Jam Segue Music - various jams ‘Little Pine Siskin” - Splatter Paint 'Steam-Powered Airplane' - Pioneer Valley Flamethrowers

Our second season, how exciting! Your hosts Mike Willner and Liz Wolfe give some teasers on up-coming episodes. Theo Boguszewski, fiddler and organizer extraordinaire, gives background and a preview of the up-coming Porch Stomp - the annual iconic day of music and fun on NYC's Governors Island. Then, Mike drops in on the fun and funky Bluegrass by the Bridge jam to listen to some tunes and talk with the folks. We're so glad to be back, and hope you all enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed presenting it! Some 'Mentions' from this Episode: Porch Stomp! www.porchstomp.com https://www.facebook.com/events/657150140345908 @porchstomp Hilary Hawke's latest album "Lift Up This World" on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hilaryhawke/hilary-hawke-new-album-lift-up-this-old-world?ref=project_link https://www.hilaryhawkemusic.com/ @highatmissphere Governors Island https://www.govisland.com/ Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam https://www.facebook.com/groups/502898005440270 @ bluegrassbklyn Kat Lewis https://www.facebook.com/KathrynMinogue @countrycitykitty Sean Kershaw https://www.facebook.com/sean.kershaw1 @seankershaw1 Music Heard in this Episode (in order of appearance) "Liza Jane" - Hilary Hawke on 'Lift Up This World' "John Henry" - Doc Watson on "Doc and Merle Watson" "I Forgot About You" - Kat Lewis at Bluegrass by the Bridge "Momma Tried" - Sean Kershaw at Bluegrass by the Bridge "Gimme Back my Fifteen Cents" - Mike Willner at Bluegrass by the Bridge "NYC Waltz" - Hilary Hawke on 'Lift Up This World'

Mike and Liz are so excited to reach this amazing milestone! In this season finale, we meet Nate Lee, an IBMA Award winning mandolinist. He's got fascinating things to say about learning, teaching, and performing bluegrass music. Thank you to all our listeners, and Enjoy! See you all when we return for Season 2 on May 1st, 2025. Some mentions in this episode: Nate Lee https://thenatelee.com/ @nateleellc "The Practice of Practice" https://thepracticeofpractice.com/ Mandolin Master Class with Nate Lee - May 3rd 2025 https://bluegrassjamsnearme.com/natelee/ Music in this episode (in order of appearance) 'Inglewood Upon Stratford' - Nate Lee 'Boxcar' - Mountain Grass Unit 'Our Town' - Iris Dement 'Chinquapin Hunting' - Nate Lee

Follow Jason Carter's musical journey, the long-time fiddle player in the Del McCoury Band and the Travelin' McCourys who recently launched a solo career. How does a lad from Eastern Kentucky become one of our era's most exceptional musicians? What does it take to leave "the best job in Bluegrass" to go out on your own? And, what's up with the psychedelic overalls??? Join us and enjoy our in-depth discussion with Jason. Also, get caught up on shows, events, and jams in and around the Bluegrass Borough of Brooklyn NYC! Some mentions in this Episode: Jason Carter www.jasoncarterfiddle.com @jasoncarterfiddle Uncle John's Tie Dyes, for your *own* psychedelic overalls! @ujtiedyes 'Carter & Cleveland' solo album release on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/album/27BLUsv768RKyyQp6ACzsN Jam Jersey in Mawah NJ April 4-6th https://bluegrassjamsnearme.com/jamjersey/ West Side Cowboys @ Delia's Lounge, April 6th https://www.instagram.com/p/DHl94mkSYe6/ Locksmiths @ Cowgirl Sea-Horse, April 14th https://cowgirlseahorse.com/ Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam @ Delia's Lounge, Wednesdays https://www.facebook.com/groups/502898005440270f @bluegrassbklyn Boathouse Jam @ Gowanus Boathouse, Wednesdays https://www.facebook.com/events/1159849669145300/1159849682478632 Bluegrass Session @ Mathilda's, you guessed it ... Wednesdays https://www.mathildebrooklyn.com/ Music (in order of appearance): "King of the Hill", Jason Carter Band "Get on the Main Highway", Price Sisters "Rank Strangers", Stanley Brothers "Cumberland Gap", Flatt & Scruggs "A Vamp in the Middle", Carter & Cleveland

From Bay Ridge to Blue Ridge! Mike ventures down to Charlotte, North Carolina and encounters a vibrant and welcoming bluegrass music community. Join us as he meets the incredible fiddle maker Brad Robinson and talks fiddles, life, and dogs. We join a jam circle, chat with jammers, and find out about the Charlotte Folk Society. We drop by The Violin Shoppe and spend time with Glen Alexander, co-owner and champion fiddler. Some mentions and music heard in this episode: Brad Robinson Fiddles @bradrobinsonfiddles www.robinsonfiddles.com Charlotte Folk Society @charlottefolksociety www.folksociety.org/ The Violin Shoppe @theviolinshoppe www.theviolinshoppe.net Galax Fiddle Convention https://www.oldfiddlersconvention.com/ Jam Jersey https://bluegrassjamsnearme.com/jamjersey/ Music in order of hearing 'My Cabin in Caroline' - Lester Flatt & Earl Scruggs 'Angeline the Baker' - Eric Nafziger playing Robinson fiddle #19 "Clara" https://youtu.be/HO_QqSkcsQk?si=RceZdN3l7LNPb1MC 'Road to Columbus' - Noam Pikelny plays Kenny Baker plays Bill Monroe 'Worried Man Blues' - Steele Creek Jammers 'Wildwood Flower' - Carter Family 'East Virginia Blues' - Stanley Brothers

Your hosts Liz and Mike speak with some of the most amazing women in bluegrass today. We'll get their perspective on jamming etiquette, the increasing visibility of women in our music, leading a band, and where to get the best pizza in NYC (in one woman's opinion!). Enjoy this fascinating episode. Some mentions and music heard (in order of appearance) in this episode: Vickie Vaughn: @wickiewaughn https://www.facebook.com/vickie.vaughn/ Grey Fox Festival: @greyfoxbluegrass https://greyfoxbluegrass.com/ Hilary Hawke: @highatmisshere https://www.hilaryhawkemusic.com/ Jalopy Theater: @jalopybrooklyn https://jalopytheatre.org/ Melody Berger: @melodiva42 https://www.facebook.com/melodyallegramusic/ Fringe Festival / End of all Flesh: https://tickets.frigid.nyc/event/6897:1099/ Mathilda's: @mathildabrooklyn https://www.mathildebrooklyn.com/ Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam : @bluegrassbklyn https://www.facebook.com/groups/502898005440270 www.deliaslounge.com Jam Jersey: https://www.facebook.com/events/1745484499566244 https://bluegrassjamsnearme.com/jamjersey/ Music in this episode (in order of hearing): "Leavin'" - Vickie Vaughn Band ... brand new single pre-release! "Ain't no Ash will Burn" - Della Mae on 'This World Oft Can Be' Hillary Hawke Band - live at Jalopy Theater 3/1/25 "How Mountain Girls Can Love" - Melody Berger & Christian Apuzzo live at Mathilda's 3/12/25 "Take me Back to Tulsa" - Maddie Denton and East Nash Grass live at Floyd County Store "Squirrel Hunters" - John Hartman on 'Wild Hog in the Red Bush'

What a milestone! Bluegrass BKLYN podcast reaches Episode 6! Join your hosts Mike Willner and Liz Wolfe as they explore the theme of "Home Grown & Locally Known", highlighting local members of the bluegrass community. You'll meet Sam Dallas and hear her thoughts on jamming, performing, and ... why play the bass?!? Ron and Liz recount how they built their sprawling Jampire uptown and beyond. It's a fun and interesting episode, jump in and enjoy!

Join your hosts Mike Willner and Liz Wolfe as we explore all aspects of the music we love. In this episode, Liz sits with the Bluegrass giant, Pete Wernick - banjo legend, member of the band Hot Rize, and creator of the Wernick Method (https://wernickmethod.org/). They cover all aspects of Pete's music career, philosophy of teaching, and more. We get key insights into Pete's approach and vision for learning to play music, and for building full musical potential in the jam circle. It's fascinating to hear how he expanded and refined that approach into the Wernick Method we have today. Additionally, we'll get the inside scoop on the upcoming Jam Jersey jamming weekend (April 4 - 6 https://bluegrassjamsnearme.com/jamjersey/). Enjoy the episode, send feedback to [email protected] Follow in Instagram @bluegrassbklyn . See you around the jam circle! Mike & Liz

Watch out, the Sheriff's in town ... and he's makin' sure everyone is jammin' and havin' a good time! In Episode 4 we have an in-depth discussion with the Sheriff of Good Times, Bob Saidenberg, a fixture in country and bluegrass music for many decades. He shares his perspective on the music scene in NYC from the 50's to the 90's, on hosting and participating on jams .... and on saxophone playing! Plus, upcoming shows, events, and jams.

Special Edition! Our host Mike Willner and our new co-host Liz Wolfe adventure up to JamVal 2025 in Framingham Mass. for 2 days of jamming, workshops, interesting conversations and fun. We talk with guitar virtuoso and instructor Tony Watt, bass legend Mike Bub, and East Nash Grass' Maddie Denton and Harry Clark! We meet some the the attendees, get to hear some of the live jam music, and catch up on shows and events in the area. Join the jam circle and enjoy this special report ...

We continue to spread love of bluegrass the Brooklyn Way! In Episode 2 we have an in-depth interview with Michael Daves, nationally known performer and teacher. Also, we reveal Mike Willner's Bluegrass Mt. Rushmore for Fiddle. And, we get a slew of updates on up-coming events and jams. Enjoy! Here are links referenced in the episode: Sunday March 2nd - Christian Apuzzo @ Delia's Lounge 7-10PM www.deliaslounge.com Bluegrass by the Bridge Jam @ Delia's on Wednesdays 6-9PM. facebook.com/groups/502898005440270 "Posh Jams" on Sundays 2-5PM on the Upper West Side of NY with Liz Wolfe [email protected] Sunday Bluegrass Session with Sean Kershaw @ Prospect Grill 545 5th Ave. 4-7 PM. facebook.com/groups/307357758423428 Michael Daves Bluegrass Vocal School on Artistworks www.artistworks.com/bluegrass-vocal-lessons-michael-daves JamVal Non-Festival Festival - February 14 - 16 @ Framingham Sheraton https://bbu.org/events/jamval/ Maddie Denton and East Nash Grass www.eastnashgrass.com Follow us at @bluegrassbklyn on Instagram Join 'Bluegrass BKLYN' on Facebook Contact [email protected]

Our first episode! We get to speak with Christian Apuzzo, the BKLYN-based singer, guitar player, band leader, jam leader ... Also, we have some fun with Bluegrass Mount Rushmore! © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved