Hear the latest releases from bluegrass and string bands alike. Cover: Wyatt Ellis

Immerse yourself in the contemporary twists and raw authenticity of "New Grass," a playlist that seamlessly blends modern and traditional bluegrass influences. Start off with "Poor Davey" by Cris Jacobs and Billy Strings, and let the intricate banjo lines carry you through "Spider on the Banjo" by The Steve Pettit Band and Andy Leftwich. The harmonies in "Don't Know What I'll Do" by Route 3 and Kelsey Waldon's duet with Margo Price on "Traveling the Highway Home" serve soulful, heartfelt melodies.

The instrumental mastery of Chick Corea and Béla Fleck shines in "The Otter Creek Incident," and Rebecca Frazier's "High Country Road Trip" adds a reflective touch. Let the rich storytelling in "Running Out Of Time" by Wyatt Flores and "First Snow - Live from Powell River Sessions" by Colby T. Helms enhance your listening journey. Dive deeper with tracks like "Lonestar" by Twisted Pine and "Blackberry Blossoms" by Joseph Decosimo and Luke Richardson, and finish strong with the upbeat vibes of "Wake Me Up - The Bluegrass Rendition" by Tebey and Jake Vaadeland.

"New Grass" captures the essence of evolving bluegrass, delivering both fresh sounds and nods to classic forms.