'As humans, we have a history of turning to story for comfort, direction, and preservation – a way to keep the present alive in the future. Story can be found in books, poetry, song, and our minds and mouths.' – Ordinary Elephant

Explore story in song: bit.ly/4dGrZPw

The bluegrass community will miss Jim Mills greatly. He was a one-of-a-kind banjo player, historian, collector, and friend.

Tim Stafford wrote a beautiful tribute to his friend and collaborator, read more on BGS: bit.ly/3QEFN36

Don't miss the SkyTheory Sessions from progressive Colorado bluegrass band, Meadow Mountain! It's a weekly series of exclusive performance videos launching on BGS over the next few weeks.

Watch 'Trail to Telluride' and 'June Nights' now on BGS: bit.ly/4bqtBKY

A brand new episode of the The Travis Book Happy Hour features banjoist Andy Thorn – of playing banjo to a wild fox fame!! Don't miss Thorn, Book, and Jon Stickley picking, catching up, and more.

Listen on BGS or wherever you get podcasts: bit.ly/3wnVGnH

Fan and follower favorite, guitarist Tommy Emmanuel has a brand new performance video he's premiered on BGS! Watch 'Bella Soave,' from the upcoming 20th Anniversary Edition of his iconic album, Endless Road: bit.ly/3UAB8Qy

Here's what we're listening to!! The #BGSClassof2024 playlist for May has some amazing music to hear, including Gangstagrass, Béla Fleck, Kelsey Waldon, Shelby Lynne , and many more.

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Fairport Convention's Liege & Lief serves as an evergreen reminder that we are never beholden to history. Rather, the past is the raw material from which we fashion our future. #CanonFodder bit.ly/2LAhw9L

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Watch this incredible young picker, Wyatt Ellis, collaborate with his mentor, Sierra Hull, on a lovely duet! bit.ly/3SxO6Q3

Happy Birthday to the legendary Stevie Wonder!! Did you know he makes an appearance on one of the most talked-about albums of this year, Cowboy Carter?

Check out how he lent his talents to Beyoncé's magnum opus: bit.ly/3UwXUKw

Some Mondays got us feeling a little 'Ruthless.' Sarah Morris gets it 😈 bit.ly/4baJIwC

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A new issue of #GoodCountry is coming soon! Are you signed up to get our new email newsletter direct to your inbox?

You'll receive exclusive, engaging stories, articles, and music – like this interview with The Secret Sisters on their brand new album. bit.ly/3Wh6RZw

If the story or poetry within a song is what you love most, this Mixtape from Ordinary Elephant will be up your alley! 'We feature songs that incorporate... poetry or story, written by artists that inspire us to write our truest stories.'

#MixtapeMonday bit.ly/4dGrZPw

'a contemporary folk album that is both spartan and lush, modern and timeless, desolate and dense with the movement of life.'
Thanks BGS for the review:

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The bluegrass community was heartbroken last week when we learned of the unexpected passing of banjo great Jim Mills. Here, guitarist, songwriter, and author Tim Stafford pays tribute to his friend and collaborator with a touching remembrance. bit.ly/3QEFN36

Bluegrass is all about cross-generation collaboration 🔄 ✨ bit.ly/3a31XX5

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.Meadow Mountain continue their SkyTheory Sessions with a performance of 'Trail to Telluride.'

'I have attended the Telluride Bluegrass festival every year for over 12 years now,' says Summers Baker. 'It is where I fell in love with bluegrass music...' bit.ly/4bqtBKY

One of our favorite videos! bit.ly/3vr39fW

'Damn Hands,' a brand new track from Kiely Connell, is a danceable honky tonkin' number about consent, bodily autonomy, and where you should and shouldn't put your damn hands!

Check out this #GoodCountry track now on BGS: bit.ly/4bwDffp

This week, our batch of premieres includes new music from Adrian and Meredith, Mark Stoffel, Tommy Emmanuel, and more!

Check it out on BGS – 'cause You Gotta Hear This: bit.ly/3KgvMWh

.Tommy Emmanuel cgp wrote 'Bella Soave' after his first visit to Italy in 1999. Now, he's re-releasing the iconic track and the album it was first recorded for, Endless Road, on a special 20th Anniversary Edition!

Watch a live performance of 'Bella Soave': bit.ly/3UAB8Qy