Lammycat

Over the weekend I watched footage on On Demand of the ABB from NYC/Beacon last year. Although I've always been a fan, I've never gone out of my way to catch their live shows or keep abreast with current line-ups/tunes. I've never really paid much attention to Derek trucks, either. I was really, rerally impressed with him in these clips. Having Warren and Derek as both lead.rhythm interchangeable parts is a pretty amazing set-up. They covered a Dave mason tune, as well: "Only You Know and I Know" that Warren sang. I thought it was a perfect cover tune choice as it slinked perfectly along w

It is. I haven't been in a bunch of years but the ex took my 3 boys down last year and they all attest it's still a huge, huge blast. I favor the smaller version (RockyGrass) these days as it's about 1/3 the crowd and a closer drive. Regardless, I like what both fests do in combining traditional bluegrass acts with newgrass acts, as well as non-bluegrass based acts all togther.

Curious why you say the "jamgrass" folks aren't "virtuosos." Bands like String Cheese, Leftover Salmon, Yonder Mountain, etc. that have risen to the top are considered by both their peers and many of the old school-ish players as such. Sam Bush, Del McCoury Band, Edgar Myer, Mike Marshall, Bela, Grisman, etc. all give respect to them (and them back, of course), for their abilities.

Just a quick agreement on Floyd, VA. Lived in Salem (just outside of Roanoke) for a spell in 80s/90s and can attest to that towns roots. Great little area and some good music from there. Decent moonshine, too....

The "Newgrass" movement is pretty big, imo. Traditional Bluegrass is harder to find as a lot of the younger/newer musicians have adapted Bluegrass to other influences. I agree with you there. I love the old sound of Bluegrass but also really respond well to/like a lot the newer sounds being blended into it with the younger bands. Telluride Bluegrass Fest has been open to non-traditional 9or simply non) Bluegrass acts since the get-go. Eeven fests like Merlefest stray from traditional here and there.

There's tons of Bluegrass/Newgrass out here. Lots of people are into the scene. Fests like Planet Bluegrass' Rocky Grass and Tellluride Bluegrass are heavy hitters for the genre. YMSB, Whitewater Ramble, Greensky Bluegrass, even String Cheese tyo an extent, Trampled By Turtles, Punch Bros, Henhouse Prowlers, etc., etc. The scene is very much alive, imo.

Got to meet him very briefly backstage once in BOS in early 90s. The man was short. Not enough vegetables, likely.

Yeah, you're right, I think I remember some Atlanta show with Hagar sitting in with The Dead in, likely, 2003. I think he did another number, too (maybe JB Goode).

Heh to jff.... I liked the live versions of Loose Lucy in the 70s. Spunky and often some nice guitar work. The come-back Lucy's in the 80s were alright by me, too. The chorus has a nice family vibe, too. The album version is weak. ede. sorry folks, should've taken this to tyhat other thread....

I beleive that's Ratdog on Earth Day w/ Hagar. Just clarifying.... Supposedly Hagar was neighbors w/ Garcia and after JG died he was saying how he and JG were in talks about putting some music together in some band. Yep.

I wasn't able to download the link to the new tune. I'll listen to anything they put out. Wasn't impressed with Rise To Your Knees or Sewn Together, though. A few good tracks off of each.....

There are some decent lyrics, but for the most part, true. Lyrics are not their forte.

Maybe not "highly," but definitely overrated.

What would you expect? They are, for all intents/purposes, a one-hit wonder band. Highly overrated band, too, imo (Violent Femmes). They've opened for the GD before, as well. I'm guessing the crowd gave them a similar reaction.

For Jeff: What is your name/alias on Facebook?

I used to see them in really small places in '87/88/89 and honestly, think they are much better these days. Plus, the light show.... Grew up in CT and used to see NRBQ frequently. I beleive they still play now and again, though.....

Oh shit, ditto this. I'll add Dizzy Gillespie, too.

GD JGB Johhny Cash Nirvana Meat Puppets (original line up) Guns n' Roses Rick Danko The Police ('81, not reuinion) Bad Brains The Cars (eh) Vince Welnick's Missing Man Formation

Oh yeah? It's been about 4 years since I've seen him. I figured you'd know. Arrengement because of all the guitars/banjos or the tempo/lyrical delivery...? That seemed pretty straight to me.

Dylan usually isn't on stage witout his keys or guitar, though. I figured he had to move a little bit due to the fact he only had the harp and harp mic in his one hand. I thought the backing was the only thing that redeemed the tune, actually. The harp "solo" was stilted and short and off by a long shot, imo. The yrics seemed off, too. it's Dylan and I can get a kick out of him doing his thing but I wouldn't listen to that version on an audio disc again....

I bet it's better the second time..... I like that some folks liked it, just sounded weak to these ears.

Really? He looked a little lost to me. I haven't seen him live in a few years and I know he still tours but man it sounded rough, and not just the gruff vocals.

As much as I appreciate each of those guys, I really don't find Furthur to be lacking in some direction at all. Plus, Billy has vocalized his distaste for what Phil, Bob, and Furthur are doing......and I'm not sure Phil and Kimmock have ever made up, either....

Hey Moss, I went Friday, as well. The show was fantastic because they are, collectively, excellent musicians playing an amazing body of work with new and original twists to it. They are the real deal and they're always a pleasure to catch. They aren't claiming to be anything they aren't: a group of musicains playing tunes they love and that a large number of people love. John K continues to offer his take on the tunes in a refreshing way and original manner.