Bluegrass

2016er Album produziert von Béla Fleck und eingespielt neben Sierra Hull (mandolin & vocals) u.a. mit Ethan Jodziewicz (bass) und Béla Fleck (banjo) sowie Abigail Washburn, Alison Krauss und Rhiannon Giddens (harmony vocals); 12 Songs wie CHOICES AND CHANGES  oder WINGS OF THE DAWN

2015 - Highlight !!! - "In the ever changing world of country music, it's comforting to know that the real deal still exists." (Marty Stuart)..."This album is a wonderful piece of work. And my songwriting side is truly overwhelmed." (Merle Haggard) - eingespielt neben Rob Ickes (dobro & lap steel) und Trey Hensley (lead vocals, acoustic & electric guitar) u.a. noch mit Andy Leftwich (fiddle), Ron Block (banjo), Aubrey Haynie (fiddle) sowie u.a. Shawn Lane, John Randall Stewart, Susanne Cox und Dan Tyminski (vocals)...13 "Perlen" wie MY WAY IS THE HIGHWAY oder LITTLE CABIN ON THE HILL

2023 - Die amerikanische Roots-Musik hat im Laufe der Jahre einen fairen Anteil an beliebten Duos gesehen, von Flatt & Scruggs bis hin zu modernen Paaren wie den Milk Carton Kids, aber  nur wenige lassen das Publikum so staunen wie Rob Ickes und Trey Hensley. Aufbauend auf dem Zusammenspiel von Ickes Dobro und Hensleys sechssaitige Gitarre; das einzige, was die Virtuosität der Instrumentaldarbietungen dieser Gruppe überstrahlt, ist ihre Gesangs- und Songwriting-Fähigkeit… stilistisch mit Elementen aus Americana und Bluegrass.

2016 - The Country Blues is exactly what it sounds like: gently lilting country, occasionally veering into rippin’ territory but largely staying in a more pensive mood. It’s downcast, but it’s downcast in the nevertheless optimistic way the best folky country can be. It’s fiercely focused on both tribulations and overcoming them, much like the music of the greats covered here, there’s some Merle Haggard, there’s some Sonny Boy Williamson. It broaches the divide between emotional complexity and simple joy and pride, and for that it should be commended...eingespielt u.a. mit Andy Leftwich (fiddle), Ron Block (banjo) sowie Carl Jackson, Vince Gill, John Randall Stewart oder Robinella (harmony vocals)...11 Songs

2019 - Powerhouse acoustic duo Rob Ickes (dobro) and Trey Hensley (guitar) move beyond the acoustic-centric sound of their previous two releases on WORLD FULL OF BLUES. Working with GRAMMY-winning producer Brent Maher, The album was recorded live with minimal overdubs; guests include blues great Taj Mahal, who provides his unmistakable mojo to the title track, and country music legend Vince Gill, who joins the GRAMMY-nominated duo on an inspired rendition of The Grateful Dead’s moonshiner song, BROWN-EYED WOMEN. “In the ever changing world of country music, it’s comforting to know that the real deal still exists.” (Marty Stuart)

2002 - "This recording of originals and jazz standards is not only impressive, it is by turns soulful, beautiful, funky and fun to listen to" (Paul McCandless); 11 Titel wie STANFORD AND SON - BLUES FOR SAMMY und UNION PACIFIC

2022 - Grammy-award winning bluegrass quintet, the Infamous Stringdusters, release A Tribute to Bill Monroe. The album pays tribute to the father of bluegrass, Bill Monroe, with some of the songs being directly tied to the music that shaped the careers of members of the Stringdusters. Given the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the album was recorded at each band member's home studio, independent of other band members' physical presence.

2016er Album hier als Deluxe Ausgabe mit Bonus Song... Andy Falco (guitar), Travis Book (bass), Jeremy Garrett (fiddle), Chris Pandolfi (banjo) und Andy Hall (dobro) mit Gesangs-Gästen wie Lee Ann Womack, Sara Watkins, Claire Lynch oder Mary Chapin Carpenter... 12 Songs wie I BELIEVE - LISTEN und LADDERS IN THE SKY

2017 - Those who like their acoustic music on the “ avant garde” side can explore this attractively packaged outing by some of today’s “hot” young pickers. Making up the band on this issue are Andy Falco, Chris Pandolfi (banjo), Jeremy Garrett (fiddle), Andy Hall (dobro), and Travis Book (bass). Songs are all newer material by such writers as Jon Weisberger and Becky Buller, among others. An insert contains the words to all the songs (though somehow we can’t visualize any of these becoming “parking lot” favorites).

2019 - The highly anticipated follow-up to 2017's Grammy Award-winning Laws of Gravity, Rise Sun sees the progressive bluegrass quintet delivering another technically superb collection of songs that showcases their remarkable chops. Like its predecessor, the 13-track set pairs the inventive arrangements and virtuosic picking of fellow string wizards Punch Brothers with a more traditional singer/songwriter approach, resulting in something that at times hews closer to country-pop than bluegrass.

2006 - Album mit 5 Titeln, u.a. FORK IN THE ROAD - BRUNSWICK und LET ME LOVE YOU ONE MORE TIME

2022 - The Infamous Stringdusters, gerade für einen Grammy 2022 für das Bluegrass Album des Jahres nominiert, veröffentlichen mit 'Toward The Fray' ihr 10. Studioalbum, in der aktuellen Besetzung mit Andy Hall (Dobro), Andy Falco (Gitarre), Chris Pandolfi (Banjo), Travis Book (Bass) und Jeremy Garrett (Fiddle). Das Werk dokumentiert die bemerkenswerte Entwicklung der Grammy-prämierten Band als Musiker und Songwriter. The album was recorded at Denver’s Mighty Fine Studios and was all written in response and reaction to the events of 2020.

2009 - The Isaacs - siblings Sonya, Rebecca and Ben and mother Lily - are the gold standard when it comes to bluegrass/gospel groups, characterized as much by their crystalline vocals as their stellar instrumental work. Teaming up for the first time with Grammy Award-winning producer Mark Bright (Carrie Underwood, Sara Evans, Rascal Flatts), this East Tennessee family mines new musical territory while building upon their traditional roots.

Album aus dem Jahr 2006 mit einer großartigen Zusammenstellung von 16 Titeln aus ihren Alben der Jahre 1997-2004; u.a. THE LEAST I CAN DO - FAMILY CHAIN - CARRY ME und PEACE LIKE A RIVER

2018 - The intricate, family harmonies of The Isaacs are a benchmark phenomenon throughout the gospel, country and bluegrass communities. This all-new recording showcases those GRAMMY®-nominated blends as Sonya, Becky, Ben and Lily have re-recorded some of the classic, best-loved songs of their award-winning careers. 11 Songs: HE NEVER FAILED ME - I’VE COME TO TAKE YOU HOME...

rares Album aus dem Jahr 2004 der fantastischen Band …mehr als ein Geheimtip ….

2013 - Created together with Bill Gaither, the recording offers a cappella and acoustic arrangements of songs about faith and family performed with the precision and breathtaking blends that have defined The Isaacs for many years. Their unique brand of country, bluegrass, gospel and folk is showcased on such well-known songs as "If That Isn't Love" and "Grandpa, Tell Me 'Bout The Good Ole Days" in addition to the stirring title cut.

2021 - The Isaacs, a multi-GRAMMY nominated family group with roots dating back to 1971, releases "The American Face" to radio. Composed of vocalists, siblings Ben Isaacs, Sonya Isaacs Yeary and Rebecca Isaacs Bowman and mother Lily Isaacs, The Isaacs found inspiration for the uplifting, patriotic anthem from the many genres that have influenced their musical style, including country, bluegrass, rhythm and blues, folk, contemporary, acoustic and southern gospel… recorded in Nashville and produced by Ben Isaacs and Bryan Sutton.

2013er Album produziert von Keith Stegall & Adam Wright und eingespielt u.a. mit Adam Steffey (mandolin), Sammy Shelor (banjo), Rob Ickes (dobro) sowie Ronnie Bowman und Don Rigsby; 14 Highlights wie LONG HARD ROAD - WILD AND BLUE der BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN SONG

1991 - fantastisches Album der beiden Ausnahme-Musiker eingespielt mit "The Nash Ramblers" Sam Bush (mandolin & fiddle), Randy Stewart (mandolin & harmony vocals), Al Perkins (dobro, steel guitar & lap steel), Roy Husky, Jr. (bass) und Emmylou Harris (harmony vocals); 10 Highlights wie LONESOME DOVE - HOLD YOUR HORSES oder I'M NOT OVER YOU

2013 - "Artist Special Edition" - Carl Jackson spielt 12 Instrumentals auf 12 verschiedenen Gitarren und gibt vor jedem Titel noch Informationen dazu; u.a. WAYFARING STRANGER und HOW GREAT THOU ART

1002 - rares Album mit einer Zusammenstellung von 21 Titeln wie LITTLE MAGGIE - SUGAR HILL - BRAVEST COWBOY und WRECK OF THE OLD '97

2005 - sie beweisen über die ganze Albumlänge, wie man Tradition in die Moderne überführt und sprechen damit sowohl Puristen als auch die Alternative Country Szene an; 13 Titel wie BLACKIE MOORE - WALKING IN MY SLEEP oder RED ROCKING CHAIR

sehr rares Album als Japan Pressung mit 20 Titeln, darunter VIRGINIA WALTZ - AIR MAIL SPECIAL - TOO MANY TEARS oder ARE YOU LOST IN SIN

2018 - inkl. Infos - legendäres Original Album aus dem Jahr 1967 nun auf CD wiederveröffentlicht; enthält neben dem erfolgreichen Titel Song DIESEL ON MY TAIL u.a. noch HOT ROD RACE - GIRL ON THE BILLBOARD oder SAM'S PLACE !!!

2003 - enthalten sind die kompletten Titel, die sie 1958 + 1959 für Starday Records aufgenommen haben; 14 Titel wie BORDER RIDE - DIXIE HOEDOWN und LET THE SPIRIT DESCEND

2002 - 16 frühe Aufnahmen aus den '50ern wie VIRGINIA WALTZ - PURPLE HEART oder TOO MANY TEARS + Liner Notes von Jim & Jesse

2014 - 2 Albums on 1 CD - Original album artwork released 1978 on Old Domenion Records (24 fan favorites recorded In 1962).... u.a. mit DIESEL TRAIN - BLUEGRASS BREAKDOWN - BYE BYE BLUES oder THERE'S MORE PRETTY GIRLS THAN ONE

1997 - "James and Carol Elizabeth know and respect the deep roots of country music. Their original songs reflect and magnify those classic sounds and themes, offering the listener an essential modern perspective." (Tim O'Brien)

2013 - "A haunting, silky-smooth CD by some of the best players in bluegrass! Chris Jones' voice is there with the great masters, and the Night Drivers should no longer be driving at night, but playing music 24/7" (Steve Martin)...... 13 Songs wie TOO HARD TO SAY I'M SORRY - BARN BURNER oder WOLF CREEK PASS mit Claire Lynch & Sierra Hull