Episode #104 - Stephen Hudson

Episode #104 - Stephen Hudson

Author: Tim Batts and Josh Williams May 29, 2026 Duration: 1:05:55
This week on The Hometown Bluegrass Show, Tim and Josh sit down with the newest member of legendary bluegrass group Balsam Range, Stephen Hudson. Stephen talks about joining one of bluegrass music’s most respected bands, stepping into the fiddle and vocal role, and what it’s been like becoming part of the Balsam Range family. The guys discuss Stephen’s musical roots, his love for traditional bluegrass music, and the excitement surrounding this new chapter in his career. Josh and Tim also dive into the future of Balsam Range, life on the road, favorite songs, and the importance of keeping traditional bluegrass alive for the next generation. If you’re a fan of hard-driving fiddle, great harmony singing, and real bluegrass conversation, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

There’s a particular sound and spirit that comes from the heart of bluegrass, and that’s exactly what you’ll find on Hometown Bluegrass Show. Hosts Tim Batts and Josh Williams-the latter a twenty-time Bluegrass Guitar Player of the Year-bring together decades of life on the road and deep musical knowledge into a weekly conversation that feels like pulling up a chair backstage. Each episode blends the latest news from the scene with candid interviews featuring the artists, promoters, and craftspeople who keep the tradition alive and evolving. Beyond the stories and commentary, Josh offers practical guitar lessons drawn from his own technique, giving players of any level a direct line to improving their craft. It’s this mix of education, personal narrative, and industry insight that makes the podcast a rich resource for both dedicated fans and aspiring musicians. You’re invited into a community where the history of the genre is respected, its present is celebrated, and its future is discussed with genuine passion. For anyone who feels the pull of a mandolin riff or the storytelling in a well-sung harmony, this show offers a genuine connection to the music’s enduring soul.
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