Bluegrass Briefing July 28th 2025

Bluegrass Briefing July 28th 2025

Author: Matt Hutchinson July 28, 2025 Duration: 8:17

Welcome to this week’s Bluegrass Briefing, a weekly series of episodes taking a look at what’s going on in the world of bluegrass.


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Other bits





Happy picking.

Matt


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Hosted by Matt Hutchinson, Bluegrass Jam Along is an IBMA Award-winning conversation that feels like pulling up a chair in the middle of a lively, expert picking session. It’s built for anyone with an ear for the intricate stories and sounds of bluegrass and old-time music, going far beyond just the recordings. Each episode brings thoughtful interviews with the people who shape the scene, from legendary performers like Alison Krauss and David Grisman to the skilled instrument makers and writers whose work forms the foundation. You’ll hear from voices such as Sierra Hull, Tim O’Brien, Jerry Douglas, and Sarah Jarosz, discussing craft, history, and the personal journeys behind the music. Alongside these deep conversations, the podcast weaves in updates on new releases and notable news, keeping you connected to the evolving string band world. The result is a rich, weekly listen that offers both education and genuine camaraderie, mirroring the collaborative heart of a jam itself. Tune in to this podcast for an authentic and engaging exploration of the music, hosted by someone deeply embedded in its community.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 516

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Waiting For the Federals (G 75 bpm) - You Play Lead [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:39
This week we're jamming along to Waiting For the Federals and I've got three brand new backing track episodes for you. This is the you play lead track where I play backup so you can work on the tune. It's four times thro…
Waiting For the Federals (G 75 bpm) - Jam Along [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:43
This week we're jamming along to Waiting For the Federals and I've got three brand new backing track episodes for you. This is the jam along track where I play backup, followed by the melody then we keep swapping. It's f…
Waiting For the Federals (G 75 bpm) - Performance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:11
This week we're jamming along to the classic tune Waiting For the Federals. This is a performance track, rather than a backing track. It's me playing both tune and backup so you've got a reference to listen to if you're…
Tim Brookes Interview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:27
This week's interview is with author Tim Brookes, about his fascinating book 'Guitar - An American Life.' The book looks at how the guitar took shape as the modern instrument we know today, but also its place in American…
Old Joe Clark (A 75 bpm) - You Play Rhythm [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:43
This week we're jamming along to Old Joe Clark and I've got three brand new backing track episodes for you. This is the you play rhythm track where I play the melody so you can work on backup. It's four times through in…
Old Joe Clark (A 75 bpm) - You Play Lead [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:40
This week we're jamming along to Old Joe Clark and I've got three brand new backing track episodes for you. This is the you play lead track where I play backup so you can work on the tune. It's four times through in the…
Old Joe Clark (A 75 bpm) - Jam Along [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:11
This week we're jamming along to Old Joe Clark and I've got three brand new backing track episodes for you. This is the jam along track where I play backup, followed by the melody then we keep swapping. It's four times t…
Old Joe Clark (A 75 bpm) - Performance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:08
This week we're jamming along to the classic tune Old Joe Clark. This is a performance track, rather than a backing track. It's me playing both tune and backup so you've got a reference to listen to if you're new to the…
Liberty (D 75 bpm) - You Play Rhythm [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:40
This week we're jamming along to Liberty and I've got three brand new backing track episodes for you. This is the you play rhythm track where I play the melody so you can work on backup. It's four times through in the ke…
Liberty (D 75 bpm) - You Play Lead [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:39
This week we're jamming along to Liberty and I've got three brand new backing track episodes for you. This is the you play lead track where I play backup so you can work on the tune. It's four times through in the key of…