S4M4 Greg Kotis!

S4M4 Greg Kotis!

Author: Mike Willner December 1, 2025 Duration: 18:18
Liz sits down with Greg Kotis - playwright behind Urinetown - discuss his unexpected journey into bluegrass. Enjoy!

There's a particular sound echoing through the streets of Brooklyn, one that might surprise you if you only know the borough for its indie rock or hip-hop. It's the lively, intricate sound of bluegrass, and it's found a thriving home here. Bluegrass BKLYN is your backstage pass to that world, hosted by Mike Willner and Liz Wolfe. This isn't just a music podcast; it's a conversation about the people and places that make the scene tick. You'll hear directly from the musicians and instructors who are pushing the tradition forward, and get the inside scoop on where to catch a great show or find a welcoming jam session. Episodes dive into everything from the deep history of classic tunes to the modern artists blending genres, along with practical chats about instruments, gear, and the community events that bring everyone together. Think of it as hanging out with knowledgeable friends who love to talk about the strings, the stories, and the surprising heart of bluegrass culture in New York City and well beyond its borders. Tune in for a genuine, down-to-earth look at what keeps this music alive and picking.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 90

Bluegrass BKLYN
Podcast Episodes
S4E6 NYC Bluegrass History! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:09
Join Mike and Liz for a fascinating journey into the roots of the Bluegrass movement in New York as told by musicians who were part of that history. Enjoy!
S4M5 Le Vent du Nord! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:25
Meet Olo Demers of Le Vent du Nord and learn about Quebecois style, the fiddle-sawing, accordion-squeezing, foot stomping music genre from Canada. Enjoy!
S4E5 Home Grown, Locally Known: Nate Sabat! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:09
We meet bassist Nate Sabat and discuss the release of a unique project - solo bass fiddle and vocals! Also, we hear from Down North Bluegrass. Enjoy!
S4E4 Andy Statman! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:35
Meet legendary bluegrass (and jazz, and klezmer) mandolinist Andy Statman! Plue, we catch up with Brooklyn’s own Riyae Park. Enjoy!
S4M3 Ear Trumpet Labs! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:16
Mike meets Philip Graham of Ear Trumpet Lab and learns all about these iconic microphones. Enjoy!
S4E3 Women in Bluegrass: Missy Raines! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:30
Liz chats with Missy Raines, they discuss her amazing career in bluegrass ... and how she learned to cuss! Plus, Mike and Liz have a Jam Talk about good songs to call in a jam. Enjoy!
S4M2 Women in Bluegrass: Shelby Means! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:32
Liz chats with Grammy-winning bass player Shelby Means ... and learns a new use for the banjo! Also, Lonesome Ace Stringband talks about their unique blend of old-time, bluegrass, and original music. Enjoy!
S4E2 Damn Tall Buildings! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:06
Join Mike and Liz as they follow the Brooklyn-based Damn Tall Buildings on their musical journey. And, meet Phyllis Elkind - another Bluegrass Brooklynite we think you should know. Enjoy!
S4M1 Festival Recap - Podunk Bluegrass Festival! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:38
Join Liz at Podunk Bluegrass Festival, a beloved gathering that’s been bringing world-class bluegrass to New England since 1996l. Meet the artists, vendors, jammers ... and the food! Enjoy!
S4E1 Carter and Cleveland! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:29
Mike gets to speak with the legendary fiddle duo, Jason Carter and Michael Cleveland. Plus, Liz checks in with Trish Plays Bass to get the latest.