This Week on Bluegrass Country

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We’re in our fall membership campaign, asking for your financial support as we play classic songs and performances in roots music – bluegrass, old time, country, Americana, Celtic, Zydeco – along with all your other favorites.

Remember, Bluegrass Country is 100% listener supported. If you’re already a donor, thank you! If you’ve donated in the past, now’s a great time to renew your support. You can make a one-time donation, or become a sustainer with a monthly contribution. Check out the special thank-you gifts – the new Bluegrass Country tote bag, the coveted Bluegrass Country coffee mug, or the KALW 2-CD set “Turn Your Radio On.” Be sure the check the box when you fill out your donor form.

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One of our thank-you gifts for the fall campaign is the 2-CD set Turn Your Radio On, with live performances from the studio of KALW in San Francisco. This week and next, Bluegrass Signal host Peter Thompson will be playing cuts from this set, side-by-side with the original classic recordings. Listen Monday at 11 pm, Tuesday at midnight, Friday at 6 pm and Saturday at midnight eastern time.

On Saturday morning, Colorado songwriter Jackson Melnick is the featured artist on the Brad Kolodner Show from 7 to 10. Then from 10 to 1, the Lee Michael Demsey Show mixes some classics with contemporary songs, and counts down the top songs of the month from the Bluegrass Unlimited National Bluegrass Survey.

Be sure to listen to our two new Saturday night shows. At 7 pm, Winifred Horan presents the best in traditional and contemporary Irish music n The Celtic Cut, and at 8 enjoy another classic bluegrass concert, recorded Live from Lucketts.

The Bluegrass Country Festival Roundup lists festivals around the world through the end of 2021, with links to every event so you can check out the lineup of bands, camping, etc.

Welcome to the Greater Ozarks Bluegrass society, the latest addition to our directory of bluegrass music associations. societies and clubs in the US and around the world. Find your local organization and sign up.

Bluegrass Country is here for you 24/7, bringing you the music you love. See the whole schedule here. If you miss a show or want to hear one again, check out our Archive Player.

Inside Bluegrass Country

Lee Michael Demsey wins IBMA Distinguished Achievement Award

The award recognizes Lee's career as a leading bluegrass music radio host.

Eddie Stubbs Donates Collection to Glenville State

Long-time Bluegrass Country host Eddie Stubbs has donated his collection of music and memorabilia to Glenville State College in Glenville, WV.

Brad Kolodner Elected to IBMA Board

Brad will serve a 3-year term, representing broadcast media.

Bluegrass Music Associations and Societies
Bluegrass Music Associations and Societies

Bluegrass Music Associations and Societies

Here's a directory of bluegrass, old time and folk music associations, societies and clubs from across the US and around the world.

Live from the 2019 World of Bluegrass

Listen to the Bluegrass Country Showcase performances, recorded live at the 2019 IBMA World of Bluegrass.

On sale now: The Early Days of Bluegrass
On sale now: The Early Days of Bluegrass

On sale now: The Early Days of Bluegrass

Bluegrass Country presents a 6-CD set with music from bluegrass pioneers, compiled by Rounder Records.

Bluegrass Stories Podcast

Slices of bluegrass life - the Bluegrass Stories podcasts

Craig Harris Gallery of Bluegrass Greats

Classic photos of classic performers, from Bluegrass Country Friday night host Craig Harris.

Donate your old vehicle or boat to Bluegrass Country
Donate your old vehicle or boat to Bluegrass Country

Donate your old vehicle or boat to Bluegrass Country

Learn how you can turn that old car, truck, RV, boat or trailer into a valuable and lasting gift to the Bluegrass Country Foundation.

Use the Archive Player To Listen to Recent Shows

Did you miss your favorite Bluegrass Country show this week? Want to hear it again? Or just want to [...]

Video of the Week

Check out the video of the week, selected from the Bluegrass Country YouTube channel - the internet's finest archive of live bluegrass, old-time and Americana performances.

Listen Live!

Bluegrass Festival Calendar

Share the experience of live music. Bluegrass Country's Festival Roundup lists bluegrass, old-time, folk and roots music festivals in the US and around the world, with links to their websites so you can find all the details you need to know.

Listen Live in the DMV!

Looks like colder weather has finally arrived, so outdoor shows are not likely. Live music is making a socially-distanced [...]