Mountain Grass Unit's Mandolin Player is Obsessed with Coffee

Mountain Grass Unit's Mandolin Player is Obsessed with Coffee

Author: Nate Riggs January 23, 2026 Duration: 35:45

In episode 67 of Music Festivals Podcast, I sit down with Drury Anderson — mandolin picker and lead vocalist of Mountain Grass Unit — for a conversation that goes far beyond the stage and into the roasted and caffeinated mind of this break out bluegrass musician and his Alabama-based side venture, DLaw Coffee Company.We're also checking in from the Start of of #HangCon 2026 — the Worlds Largest Hammock Camping convention, with some dire hard neighbors hanging out all weekend at the Florida Sand Music Ranch. SUBSCRIBE 📺 @musicfestivalspodcast Like MFP? Please support the show 🙏🫠https://buymeacoffee.com/musicfestivalspodcastThe episode also pays tribute to the late Bob Weir  @BobbyWeirOfficial  on his incredible and lasting influence on music festivals, bands and pushing the boundaries of rhythm guitar. Fare thee well, Bobby... 🫠If you’re into festivals, campground culture, live streams, and behind-the-scenes access — you’re in the right neighborhood.Connect with Drury Anderson 🎵https://www.instagram.com/dlaw_jamz/http://www.youtube.com/@druryanderson4699Go see Mountain Grass Unitlinktr.ee/mountaingrassunit------Want to get your brand in front of festival audiences nationwide? Get in touch! 👉 https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/contactWe're Forever #Grateful to all our Presenting Sponsors 🙏Catch a Festival at the Florida Sand Music Ranch 🏕️ https://bit.ly/florida-sand-music-ranchSupport the Will McLean Foundation 🙏https://willmclean.comDLaw Coffee ☕️ Fuel the Musichttps://bit.ly/Get-DLaw-Coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/dlawcoffeecompany/Eventeny 👨🏽‍💻 Music Festival Management Softwarehttps://bit.ly/eventeny-MFPRV Camper? 👉 Download Harvest Hosts for FREE over night stayshttps://bit.ly/harvest-hosts-MFPDon't Miss Whippersnap 2026. Low Ticket Alert 🚨https://sunshinemusicfests.com/KEY MOMENTS ⏯️00:55 — #hangcon 2026 opens at the Florida Sand Music Ranch02:18 — Today's guest: Drury Anderson03:14 — MFP Presenting Sponsors04:32 — Tribute to Bobby Weir (Oct. 16th, 1947 - Jan 10th, 2026)08:26 — Interview with Drury Anderson09:11 — MGU's new Sprinter Van10:24 — On DLaw Coffee Company13:31 — Learn Guitar from Luke Black from MGU (with performance)16:38 — Getting roasted "smells like hay"24:11 — DLaw Coffee Company VS Amazon: garage beginnings27:54 — Bags inspired by bandmates30:40 — Mountain Grass Unit 2026 Tour Dates31:58 — Check out these killer #bluegrass #podcasts 33:30 — Wrap up and next week's show: #HangCon 2026 Recap------------------------Production Credits 🙏Music Festivals Podcast is a Production of NRMedia Group, LLC https://www.nrmedia.bizIntro Music Bed 🙏Holly Bowling - Dark Star Jubilee 2024https://bit.ly/holly-bowling-set-DSJ24https://www.hollybowling.com/ @HollyBowling  -------------------------------#florida #musicfestivals #musicfestival2025 #musicfestivalspodcast #florida #floridamusicscene #floridamusic #livemusic #musicfestival2025 #festivalvibes #harvesthosts #livestreamfestival


Nate Riggs hosts Music Festivals Podcast, a weekly conversation for anyone who feels most at home in a field with a lineup and a schedule. This isn't just about dates and headliners, though. Instead, each episode feels like a backstage pass, built on genuine conversations with the people who make these events happen-from organizers and artists to the dedicated crews. You'll hear stories that never make it to the official recap videos and get practical advice that turns a good trip into an unforgettable one. The aim is to give you a richer understanding of the culture and logistics behind the scenes, whether you're a seasoned veteran mapping out your summer or someone curious about attending your first event. By focusing on these insider interviews and deep dives, the podcast helps you discover hidden gems and approach your next festival with a new perspective. Tune in for a regular dose of that community feeling and the detailed planning talk that fuels the journey between festivals.
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Beginners Guide to Hammock Camping — #HangCon 2026 Festival Recap [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:11
In episode 68 of Music Festivals Podcast, we're recapping #HangCon 2026 — the Worlds biggest Hammock Camping convention, that takes place each year at the Florida Sand Music Ranch. SUBSCRIBE 📺 @musicfestivalspodcast Like…
The Festival That Sparked Our First Media Residency [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:21
In episode 64 of Music Festivals Podcast, you'll get the scoop on the show's first official media residency at a festival venue! We'll also get into some details on next summer's MFP festival tour. Plus I recap the 2025…
How We Plan the Perfect Festival RV Road Trip 👉 Harvest Hosts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:37
In this episode, I share my firsthand experience traveling as a full-time RV festival roadie, including a deep dive into how the AMAZING Harvest Hosts app has already transformed my travels. This episode was shot on the…
Whippersnap Music & Arts Festival 2026 — Festival Preview & Line Up [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:33
In this episode, I’m back after a couple weeks away with a big life update and an inside look at Whippersnap 2026! I’m recording all the way from my new home base at Berkshire Lake Campground in Ohio and sharing some per…
Nausheen Punjani of Eventeny on Music Festival Management Software [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:19
In this episode of the Music Festivals Podcast, I sit down with Nausheen Punjani, the COO and Co-Founder of Eventeny, a thriving music festival management software company, to talk about how technology is changing the ga…