Category Archives: Americana

Show Review: The Hackensaw Boys w/ The Founding Fathers

Posted on July 10, 2011 by

It’s not every day that one looks forward to the opening act more than the headliner, but that was me on Friday, July 8 at the State Theater in Falls Church, VA where The Founding Fathers warmed up the crowd … Continue reading →

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Delfest 2011: Meeting of the Mandolins

Posted on June 29, 2011 by

Not counting the mud, I came away from this year’s Delfest with a new respect for Ted Lehman and his intrepid blogging of bluegrass festivals all over the country. My dreams of daily Delfest reporting were met with the realities … Continue reading →

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CD Review: The Woodshedders “O Dig”

Posted on May 18, 2011 by

The Woodshedders latest release and second studio album “O Dig” presents a carousel of songs, moving from Americana to gypsy jazz, through island breezes and acoustic funk. Dwayne Brooke has written a bevy of fine songs for this album, and … Continue reading →

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Spotlight On: Andrew McKnight

Posted on September 17, 2010 by

Pulling inspiration from the very ground of his Shenandoah Valley home, Andrew McKnight infuses his music with deep respect for the land and the simple joys of life.  I first heard Andrew in concert at Notaviva Vineyards in Purcellville, VA, … Continue reading →

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