Bluegrass BKLYN

Bluegrass BKLYN is an episodic audio program focused on the bluegrass scene in Brooklyn, NY, but also covering bluegrass events and pickers worldwide. It is hosted by Mike Willner and Liz Wolfe.

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S7E9 Red Camel Collective!: Mike chats with Heather and Tony of the Red Camel Collective, last year's IBMA New Artist of the Year. They share their musical journeys, from Heather's first record at age 12 to Tony relearning th...; 2026-10-15 00:00:00
S7M8 Musicians You Should Know: Lee Stivers!: It's never too late to start making music, and Lee Stivers is living proof! From picking up her first mandolin at 42 to recording an album, building bluegrass communities, and starting a band in Pu...; 2026-10-12 00:00:00
S7E8 Musicians You Should Know: Kenny Feinstein!: Kenny Feinstein has never taken the conventional route. The Water Tower bandleader tells Liz how a punk-rock kid became obsessed with old-time and bluegrass, built a fan base playing LA freeway off...; 2026-10-08 01:19:36
S7M7 Bluegrass in China!: Liz heads virtually to Shanghai to talk with Kirk Kenney, Tom Pang, and Jerry Liu about the growing bluegrass scene there. Tom and Jerry share how a chance encounter with an American musician—and...; 2026-10-05 03:52:03
S7E7 Guitar Giant Bryan Sutton!: Mike and Bryan take a trip through Bryan’s long career from a family band on Church Sundays, to amazing collaborations, up to the band-stand with Hot Rize, into the studio, and as a music educato...; 2026-10-01 02:47:15
S7M6 The Next Generation: Junior Appalachian Musicians!: What does it take to create the next generation of bluegrass music? Meet Brett Morris, Executive Director of Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM) and learn about their efforts to engage kids across A...; 2026-09-28 00:48:50
S7E6 Music We Also Love: The Malpass Brothers!: Liz gets to know Chris and Taylor Malpass, the Country / Gospel brother band whose love for traditional country music started almost as soon as they could walk. They share stories about growing up ...; 2026-09-24 01:09:13
Jam Talk: Including Everyone!: Time for another Jam Talk. Mike and Liz dive into what it takes to make everyone feel included and respected in the jam circle … and how to avoid creating an exclusive or unapproachable jam. An...; 2026-09-21 19:27:57
S7E5 Bluegrass Dynamo Stephen Mougin!: Stephen Mougin shares insights into his multi-faceted, award-winning career with Mike. Performing artist, record company executive, lauded music producer, SiriusXM host, music educator – he spans...; 2026-09-17 00:00:00
S7M4 Artists You Should Know: Urs-Ranier von Arx!: Liz catches up with her friend and fellow banjo picker Urs von Arx, now back home in Zurich after 21 years in New York City. Urs shares what he loved about the NYC jam scene, how it compares with b...; 2026-09-14 04:39:33
S7FA1 Festival Alert: Planet Granite Music & Dance Festival!: Festival Alert! We have a new festival in the area! Festival Co-Producer Austin Scelzo chats with Mike about this brand-new festival – Planet Granite Music & Dance Festival (September 19th an...; 2026-09-12 03:22:00
S7E4 Women in Bluegrass: Farayi!: Liz talks with singer, songwriter, fiddler, and educator Farayi Malek about her musical journey from childhood fiddle contests to years of studying jazz—and now back to her American roots. Farayi...; 2026-09-10 04:48:31
S7M3 Iconic Music Workshops: The Swannanoa Gathering!: For five weeks in the Summer - and now some weekends in the Fall – the Blue Ridge Mountains at Warren Wilson College come alive with music, dance, and the joy of learning at The Swannanoa Gatheri...; 2026-09-07 01:25:03
S7E3 Guitar Guru & YouTube Star - Lessons with Marcel!: Liz talks with Marcel Ardans, the man behind ‘Lessons with Marcel’, about his unexpected journey from aspiring high school music teacher to successful bluegrass educator on YouTube. They dig in...; 2026-09-03 01:39:57
S7M2 Scruggs Fest Highlight: ReString Appalachia!: Mike learns all about ReString Appalachia – an organization dedicated to getting quality instruments back in the hands of those who lost them due to natural and economic disasters. Executive Dire...; 2026-08-31 00:16:51
Special Edition - Guitaro 5000 at Grey Fox!: Another amazing Grey Fox story! Mike caught up with Reggie Guillaume – better known as Guitar 5000 – at Grey Fox where Reggie shared his vision and musical mission. This YouTube sensation asks ...; 2026-08-28 20:48:42
S7E2 Scruggs Fest Highlight: Dobro Master Jerry Douglas (Part1): Mike sits with Dobro legend Jerry Douglas and they go deep into all aspects of Jerry’s career, the bands he leads, the music he loves, his approach to learning and teaching, and much more. So muc...; 2026-08-27 03:50:00
S7M1 2026 Telluride Band Contest Winners - The Litch Brothers!: Liz talks with Tashi and Kaj Litch, winners of the 2026 Telluride Band Contest, about growing up immersed in music on a tiny Washington island and turning a childhood bluegrass dream into reality. ...; 2026-08-23 23:58:50
S7E1 Scruggs Fest Highlight: The Legendary Laurie Lewis!: Liz sits down with bluegrass legend Laurie Lewis for a wide-ranging conversation about the music she’s loved and played for more than 50 years. What makes bluegrass “bluegrass”? Do drums belo...; 2026-08-20 01:27:47
Earl Scruggs Music Festival Highlight - Carolina Detour!: Mike chats with Lake Carver and Lyla Cherry of the dynamic North Carolina-based band Carolina Detour. These talented and accomplished young musicians (they are both 16 year old!) reflect on a broad...; 2026-08-15 18:16:18
S6M12 World-Class Fiddler Bronwyn!: Our last episode of Season 6! To end on a high note, Mike sits with Bronwyn – one of our greatest fiddle players – who is about to release her first album of songs she wrote or co-wrote! She de...; 2026-08-10 01:56:42
Festival Alert - Earl Scruggs Music Festival!: Festival Alert! The iconic Earl Scruggs Music Festival is coming up very soon – Friday September 4th through Sunday September 6th. Held at the Tryon Equestrian Center, the festival features ama...; 2026-08-06 22:56:22
S6E12 Scruggs Fest Highlight: Singer Brooke Aldridge!: Liz talks with award-winning singer Brooke Aldridge about the heart behind the uplifting music she and husband Darin create together. Brooke shares how they choose songs that inspire hope, balance ...; 2026-08-06 00:58:32
S6M11 Bluegrass: The Next Generation - The Biscuit Eaters!: Mike gets to meet the Biscuit Eaters, a traditional bluegrass family band from North Carolina. Meredith Wilkerson (the “Band Mom”) shares her thoughts, along with guitarist Maggie (age 12), fid...; 2026-08-03 01:34:59
S6E11 Soulful Songwriter Darren Nicholson!: Meet Darren Nicholson, son of Western North Carolina who brings generations of pickin’ and singin’ to his music. Join the wide-ranging conversation about the soul of bluegrass, virtuosi showcas...; 2026-07-30 00:48:37
S6M10 Music Educator Harry Gambrill!: Whether you're new to bluegrass or looking to improve your jamming skills, Harry Gambrill shares practical wisdom drawn from years of teaching and performing. Learn how to build confidence, communi...; 2026-07-27 01:42:05
Festival Alert: Podunk Bluegrass Music Festival!: Liz talks with Podunk Bluegrass Music Festival organizer Shanna Connor about what makes this award-winning festival such a favorite among bluegrass fans. From world-class music and late-night picki...; 2026-07-24 16:46:56
S6E10 Award-winning Singer Greg Blake!: Liz talks with award-winning vocalist and guitarist Greg Blake about the lessons he's learned from decades of performing, teaching, and making music. From what creates a great singer to the importa...; 2026-07-23 00:00:00
S6M9 Instant Replay - Jim Pankey!: The Man … The Banjo … The YouTube Sensation! Mike gets to chat with Jim Pankey, an award-winning, cross genre banjo master and skilled educator. Listen in on the origin story of the now-famous ...; 2026-07-20 04:26:36
S6E9 Master Mandolinist David Benedict!: Mike chats with David Benedict – mandolin master and well-known YouTube and Patreon personality. David delves into his musical roots, his somewhat DIY musical education, the impact of the pandemi...; 2026-07-16 00:00:00
S6M8 2025 Telluride Band Contest Winner Rachel Sumner!: Liz sits down with singer / songwriter Rachel Sumner to reflect on the journey that shaped Rachel’s music and career - from volunteering at Telluride to winning its prestigious Band Contest. They...; 2026-07-13 00:00:00
S6E8 Women in Bluegrass: Jen Larson!: Liz talks with bluegrass vocalist, songwriter, historian, and educator Jen Larson about her remarkable journey from New York City jam sessions to preserving bluegrass history. They discuss Jen's wo...; 2026-07-09 00:09:07

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