Scythian!

Recently it seems Scythian has been adding more stops in North Carolina to their tours and we try to catch them whenever they are nearby including their recent set at The Shindig in Clayton, NC.  Thankfully, we had Brad Davis with us to capture the interview on vide see show notes for link.

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Dr. Bacon!

Catching up with these guys after their second set at Front Porch Fest.  Towards the end of our time it started raining hard(!) and we got cut a little short but its fun hearing different stories from all these guys. Watch the video here:  Thank you, Brad Davis. From their website: “Dr. Bacon is a genre-blending “Appalachian Funk-Rock” band from Asheville, NC. Performing an infectiously danceable blend of funk, soul, jazz, rock, blues, folk, hip-hop and more. Featuring a diverse instrumentation with influencing styles including guitars,

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Mama Said String Band

 It was great seeing Mama Said String Band perform at FloydFest 18.  These ladies, and a gent, brought a great presence to Floyd including a set in the VIP area where I chatted with them for a few minutes.

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Dom Flemons and Brian Farrow

Great interview during Shakori Hills festival with the legendary Dom Flemons and the ultra-talented Brian Farrow.  We sat down after Dom had taught a great, intimate class on the rhythm bones, an instrument similar to the spoons.   We cover a lot of ground here!  Check out his album Black Cowboys and his work with The Music Maker Relief Foundation. Find out more: Dom’s Website- https://theamericansongster.com/ The Music Maker Relief Foundation- https://musicmaker.org/ Connect with Brian here- https://www.facebook.com/PharaohFarrow    

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