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Liz sits down with singer / songwriter Rachel Sumner to reflect on the journey that shaped Rachel’s music and career - from volunteering at Telluride to winning its prestigious Band Contest. They discuss the courage it takes to write songs that tackle meaningful subjects, band chemistry, creative inspiration, and how they made their mark on one of bluegrass's biggest stages. Then Liz reflects on her own experience attending Telluride for the first time. Enjoy!Mentioned in this EpisodeRachel SumnerTelluride Bluegrass Festival
Upcoming Events of Note:Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival – July 15th to July 19th @ Oak Hill NYCAugusta Heritage Bluegrass Week – August 3rd to 7th @ Elkins WVBluegrass Week – August 10th – 14th @ The Ashokan CenterMusic in this Episode:Music is from Rachel’s album “Traveling Light”“When I Was a Cowboy”“Yodelay”Click HERE to schedule time to “Tell Your Grey Fox Story”! Podcast-in-Residence at Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival 2026
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Liz talks with bluegrass vocalist, songwriter, historian, and educator Jen Larson about her remarkable journey from New York City jam sessions to preserving bluegrass history. They discuss Jen's work on the first full biography of Hazel Dickens, her years performing in New York, the importance of welcoming jam communities, and her passion for education, archives, and ensuring bluegrass history is preserved for future generations. Enjoy!Mentioned in this Episode Jen Larson Projects Augusta Heritage Center – Bluegrass Week – Auguest 3rd – 7th in Elikins WV Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum
Upcoming Events of Note:Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival – July 15th to July 19th @ Oak Hill NYC
Music in this Episode:“Rock Island Line” – Jen Larson“Burning House of Love” – Jen LarsonClick HERE to schedule time to “Tell Your Grey Fox Story”!
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Liz talks with Kaia Kater about growing up in the Grey Fox community, discovering clawhammer banjo, collaborating with Trey Wellington, and building an internationally recognized music career. Then her mom, Tamara, shares the family tradition that began with a search for a nearby bluegrass festival and grew into more than twenty years of Grey Fox memories. Enjoy!Mentioned in this EpisodeKaia Kater
Upcoming Events of Note:Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival – July 15th to July 19th @ Oak Hill NYCAugusta Heritage Bluegrass Week – August 3rd to 7th @ Elkins WVBluegrass Week – August 10th – 14th @ The Ashokan CenterMusic in this Episode:Music in this episode is Kaia on her ‘Strange Medicine’ album:‘Fédon’, with Taj Mahal‘Tigers’ Click HERE to schedule time to “Tell Your Grey Fox Story”! Podcast-in-Residence at Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival 2026
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Mike takes a deep dive with Ben Morrison of The Brothers Comatose! They chat about everything from the band’s musical influences, the ‘California’ sound, their latest album “Golden Grass” … and the perils of IPA! Listen to tunes hand selected by Ben and Mike, and hear Ben’s take on them! Plus, another heart-warming Grey Fox Story. Enjoy!Mentioned in this EpisodeBen MorrisonThe Brothers Comatose“Golden Grass” 2025 release albumEar Trumpet Labs “Edwina” microphonesAJ Lee & Blue SummitRocks Off Concert Cruise
Upcoming Events of Note:Augusta Heritage Cajun Creole & Classic Country Week – July 6th to 10th @ Elkins WVGrey Fox Bluegrass Festival – July 15th to July 19th @ Oak Hill NYCBluegrass Week – August 10th – 14th @ The Ashokan CenterMusic in this Episode:All music in this episode is by The Brothers Comatose:“Blue Mountain”“Tops of the Trees”“Golden Grass”“Harvest Moon” – with AJ Lee & Blue Summit “The IPA Song” – with Ronnie McCoury“Hills of San Francisco”Click HERE to schedule time to “Tell Your Grey Fox Story”! Podcast-in-Residence at Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival 2026
Our Sponsors: We’re powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphonesMike exclusively plays Robinson Fiddles© Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMAContact mike@bluegrassbklyn.com / Visit bluegrassblyn.com / Follow @bluegrassbklyn

Liz chats with Don Flemons, The American Songster, and Grammy Award-winning multi-instrumentalist. Dom is a connoisseur and curator of Black music of 19th and early 20th century America. He takes us on a journey through the songs, stories, and drama of that period. Liz and Dom delve deep … pull up a chair and join the conversation. Enjoy!
Mentioned in this EpisodeDom FlemonsThe American Banjo MuseumWUNC NPR Radio
Upcoming Events of Note:Augusta Heritage Cajun Creole & Classic Country Week – July 6th to 10th @ Elkins WVGrey Fox Bluegrass Festival – July 15th to July 19th @ Oak Hill NYCBluegrass Week – August 10th – 14th @ The Ashokan CenterMusic in this Episode:“’Til The Seas Run Dry’ – Don FlemonsClick HERE to schedule time to “Tell Your Grey Fox Story”!
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Mike goes deep with the legendary Darrell Scott, award-winning song writer and front man of the Darrell Scott String Band. They explore the Zen of song writing, the challenges of performing, the joy of finding your inner musical voice – even the geeky details of mic’ing the band! Darrell and his band, now including dobro wizard Rob Ickes, are headlining at the Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival in July. Plus, Liz and Mike give the highlights of their recent festival hangs. Enjoy!
Mentioned in this EpisodeDarrell ScottThe Darrell Scott String Band, featuring Rob IckesRob IckesStation Inn, Nashville TN“Old Cane Back Rocker”Telluride Bluegrass FestivalPorch Stomp Folk Festival
Upcoming Events of Note:Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival – July 15th to July 19th @ Oak Hill NYCMusic in this Episode:“Long Time Gone” – Darrell Scott with Tim O’Brien “Fried Taters” – Darrell Scott String Band with Shalom AberleClick HERE to schedule time to “Tell Your Grey Fox Story”!
Podcast-in-Residence at Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival 2026Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphonesWe exclusively play Robinson FiddlesBluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA© Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reservedContact mike@bluegrassbklyn.com / Visit bluegrassblyn.com / Follow @bluegrassbklyn

Mike gets to talk with Grammy award-winning Cajun musician Wilson Savoy, front man of the Pine Leaf Boys. They get into all kinds of topics like an intro to Cajun music, the Savoy family’s musical history, the musical vision of Pine Leaf Boys, being a musical ambassador – and Wilson tells us his wonderful Grey Fox Story. Enjoy!
Mentioned in this EpisodeWilson SavoyThe Pine Leaf BoysMarc SavoyThe Courtney Granger Memorial AwardLouisiana Folk Roots (Balfa Week)
Upcoming Events of Note:Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival – July 15th to July 19th @ Oak Hill NYCMusic in this Episode:“Pine Leaf Boy Two-Step” – Wilson Savoy & The Pine Leaf Boys“Tante Aline” – Amédé Ardoin“T’ai Petite et T’ai Meon” – The Balfa Brothers“Zydeco Gris-Gris” – Michael Doucet & Beausoleil“Cajun From Church Point” – Wilson Savoy & The Pine BoysClick HERE to schedule time to “Tell Your Grey Fox Story”!
Podcast-in-Residence at Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival 2026Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphonesWe exclusively play Robinson FiddlesBluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA© Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reservedContact mike@bluegrassbklyn.com / Visit bluegrassblyn.com / Follow @bluegrassbklyn

The American Roots Music Festival is going to be a day of awesome music, great food, and natural beauty. All at the iconic Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts in Katonah NY. Mike gets to chat with Gillian Fox –President and CEO of the Center – who gives us the inside scoop on the Festival, other not-to-be-missed programming at the Center … and sound art! Enjoy!Mentioned in this EpisodeThe Caramoor Center for Music and the ArtsGillian FoxCity WineryPunch BrothersTrimpin
Upcoming Events of Note:American Roots Music Festival – Saturday June 27th @ The Caramoor Center in Katonah NYPorch Stomp Folk Festival – June 20th @ Governors Island NYCGrey Fox Bluegrass Festival – July 15th to July 19th @ Oak Hill NYCBayou Boogie Cajun / Creole Festival – June 19th to June 21st @ Goshen CT
Music in this Episode:“Cherokee Shuffle’ – Trish Plays Bass, with Becky Buller“June Apple” – Michael DavesClick HERE to schedule time to “Tell Your Grey Fox Story”!
Podcast-in-Residence at Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival 2026Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphonesWe exclusively play Robinson FiddlesBluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA© Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reservedContact mike@bluegrassbklyn.com / Visit bluegrassblyn.com / Follow @bluegrassbklyn

Liz chats with Anissa Burnett and they explore the story behind the Burnett Sisters Band—from growing up in the mountains of North Carolina to becoming one of bluegrass's exciting young touring acts. They discuss family harmony, songwriting, festivals, and the unique musical connection that comes from performing with siblings. Plus, Celia Woodsmith returns to the show to share her amazing Grey Fox story. Enjoy!
Mentioned in this EpisodeAnissa BurnettThe Burnett Sisters BandCelia WoodsmithDella MaeBruce & Darol’s Great Big Fiddle Hang
Upcoming Events of Note:Porch Stomp Folk Festival – June 20th @ Governors Island NYCGrey Fox Bluegrass Festival – July 15th to July 19th @ Oak Hill NYCBayou Boogie Cajun / Creole Festival – June 19th to June 21st @ Goshen CT
Music in this Episode:“Easy Come, Easy Go” – The Burnett Sisters Band“Magic Accident” – Della MaeClick HERE to schedule time to “Tell Your Grey Fox Story”!
Podcast-in-Residence at Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival 2026Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphonesWe exclusively play Robinson FiddlesBluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA© Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reservedContact mike@bluegrassbklyn.com / Visit bluegrassblyn.com / Follow @bluegrassbklyn
 

Meet Blake Miller, one of the organizers of the Augusta Heritage Cajun, Creole & Classic Country Week. He’s a top-tier accordionist and fiddler, plays in several bands – including his passion project ‘Blake Miller & the Old Fashioned Aces’. He shares insights into the famous Augusta Heritage Music Festival (which is in its new location for the first time this year!), Cajun music and culture, and what to expect at this amazing event. Enjoy!
Mentioned in this Episode
Augusta Heritage Center Cajun Creole & Classic Country WeekBlake’s musical suggestions:
Balfa Brothers
Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys
Blake Miller & the Old Fashioned Aces
Wayne Toups
Nathan Abshire
Aldus Roger
Horace Trahan
Upcoming Events of Note:Porch Stomp Folk Festival – June 20th @ Governors Island NYCGrey Fox Bluegrass Festival – July 15th to July 19th @ Oak Hill NYCBayou Boogie Cajun / Creole Festival – June 19th to June 21st @ Goshen CT
Music in this Episode:“Quelle Belle Journée” – Blake Mille & the Old Fashioned Aces“Chère Bassette” – Blake Miller & the Old Fashioned AcesClick HERE to schedule time to “Tell Your Grey Fox Story”!
Podcast-in-Residence at Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival 2026Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphonesWe exclusively play Brad Robinson FiddlesBluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA© Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reservedContact mike@bluegrassbklyn.com / Visit bluegrassblyn.com / Follow @bluegrassbklyn