Neo-traditional Bluegrass

Neo-traditional bluegrass is a genre that revives and reinterprets the classic sound of bluegrass music, characterized by its driving rhythms, soaring vocal harmonies, and virtuosic instrumentation. Emerging in the 1990s, this style draws upon the traditional bluegrass of the 1940s-1960s, while incorporating modern sensibilities and eclecticism. Marked by its use of acoustic instruments, such as banjo, fiddle, and mandolin, neo-traditional bluegrass often features intricate instrumental arrangements and a strong emphasis on storytelling through lyrics. Artists within this genre often blend traditional bluegrass with elements of folk, country, and Americana, creating a distinctive sound that honors the past while pushing the boundaries of the genre. With its roots in Appalachian string band traditions, neo-traditional bluegrass has become a vibrant and influential force in contemporary roots music, appealing to fans of traditional bluegrass and newcomers alike with its energetic live performances and heartfelt, authentic sound.

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Dead Man Walking
Single - Released September 19, 2025
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The Steeldrivers
Town Mountain
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Rachel Baiman
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