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Mother and daughter are reported to be doing well and that she inherited all her looks from her mother, thank goodness.

BPBG would like for you to join us in welcoming this new addition to the BPBG family!]]> http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#16 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0800 FEEL THE MUSIC........ - BackPorch Bluegrass - News http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#15
Jerry joins the group after filling in on madolin over the last 2-3 months. Most recently he played with BPBG at Carolina in the Fall and his reception from the fans and other musicians was, as from the beginning, overwhelming so the decision to join forces was just a no brainer.

Jerry brings a 25 year history of playing music to BPBG. HIs first musical influence was his father Jerry Bobbitt Sr. who taught him to play guitar at age 12. With the influence of Tony Rice on guitar and later on, Doyle Lawson on mandolin, Jerry was able to teach himself to play the electrifying style that makes him famous.

Jerry began playing in his first band, Shades of Blue, that included his father and his sister Alicia and where he credits his mother and father for teaching him to sing. Jerry has also played with The Misty River Band, Harvest Wind and most recently led his own band, Silver Creek. Jerry's lovely wife Linda is also a wonderful Bass player and also was a member of Harvest Wind and Silver Creek with Jerry. Linda has already graciously filled in as well with BPBG on Bass and we are so fortunate to welcome new friends to the band. Jerry and Linda have 4 children and 1 grandchild and Jerry also brings his songwriting skills to the band.

Please join us as we welcome Jerry to BPBG and look forward to the continuing to play great music!!]]> http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#15 Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 FEEL THE MUSIC........ - BackPorch Bluegrass - News http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#14 North Carolina Banjo Championship

North Carolina is considered the banjo state and has produced world renowned banjo players - Snuffy Jenkins, Earl Scruggs, Jonny Whisnant, Merle Watson, Doc Walsh and Jim Mills. To honor the banjo tradition of the great state of North Carolina, Carolina in the Fall will introduce the North Carolina Banjo Championship at the 2008 festival. Keep checking www.carolinainthefall.com for updates.

Tickets are available in advance and at the gate. Children 12 & under - free with paying adult.

Friday October 17, 2008
Advance Tickets: $15
At the Gate: $20

Saturday October 18, 2008
Advance Tickets: $20
At the Gate: $25


Purchase Advance Tickets
At the present time we are not set up to handle credit cards. Mail us your check and your tickets will be sent to you in the mail.

Carolina in the Fall
579 Armory Road
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659]]> http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#14 Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700 FEEL THE MUSIC........ - BackPorch Bluegrass - News http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#13 Record Editor

BackPorch Bluegrass has become the most prolific band in the area in regards to churning out quality CD’s. And, they’ve done it again.

BackPorch Bluegrass: LIVE from Carolina in the Fall offers music lovers, particularly bluegrass fans a 20-track treat.
Although a few of the tracks are stage talk during October’s Carolina in the Fall festival — annually hosted by The Kruger Brothers at the Shepherd Farm in North Wilkesboro — there’s plenty of music.
Many of the tracks are new to the band’s set list, including Ashokan Farewell. Rodney Reavis’ fiddle work on that tune is almost too pretty to listen to.

The Kruger Brothers also appear as special guests on Little Georgia Rose. It’s interesting to hear the interaction between the banjos of Jens Kruger and Billy Ray Summerlin. Its give and take and meshes with melodic ease. Uwe Kruger’s guitar work is, as always, something to behold. But, despite the heavy-hitting special guests, this band is just plain good.

Lead man David Culler’s voice remains clear, high and lonesome as he takes you on journeys both sad and joyful, while his guitar holds it all together. Josh Winter’s mandolin is lightning fast and full of flavor as is his rich vocals. Summerlin’s banjo is always on the move, roaming the hills, howling at the moon, fussing at the revenuers and rattling curvy mountain roads. Bassist Randall Couch work on the CD is rock solid. This was Couch’s last performance with the band, however. Wilkes musician Tony Joines, who is known for playing everything from banjo to Dobro, has filled the bass player’s slot for the group.

Tracks on BackPorch Bluegrass: LIVE from Carolina in the Fall include: Pike County Breakdown, Salty Dog Blues, Cold Summer Day in Georgia, John Hardy, Little Maggie, Darkest Hour, Hallelujah I’m Ready, Ashokan Farewell, Whiskey Before Breakfast, Old Joe Clark, Carolina Mountain Boy, Running our of Track, Mountain Dew, Steel Guitar Rag, Rough and Rocky, How Mountain Girls Can Love and Sweet Georgia Rose.

The CD offers a clean, crisp audio that is reminiscent of the chilly fall night on which it was recorded. The CD is produced by BackPorch Bluegrass. It was recorded by Dave Fairall and mixed by Philip Zanon. Bill Ellis of Freedom Recording in Millers Creek mastered the album. Ellis and his wife, Therese also did the graphic designs and duplication of the CD.

BackPorch Bluegrass: LIVE from Carolina in the Fall is another great CD from one of the area’s finest bluegrass ensembles and is a great pick for any Americana music fan.

For more information go to www.backporchbluegrass.com
(The Record, North Wilkesboro, NC. Jan 23, 2008)]]> http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#13 Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0800 FEEL THE MUSIC........ - BackPorch Bluegrass - News http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#12
BPBG had the honor of providing the music for the ceremony. Please join us in wishing Billy Ray and Wanda a long and happy life together!

You can send them your regards to billyray@backporchbluegrass.com]]> http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#12 Sat, 22 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800 FEEL THE MUSIC........ - BackPorch Bluegrass - News http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#11
Tony joins the group on upright Bass replacing the recently departed Randall Couch. Not just an outstanding Bass player but also an accomplished guitar, banjo and dobro player as well. Tony's accomplishments include playing for many years with some of the biggest names in the business as well as offering instruction and sharing his wealth of musical knowledge. The student he is most proud of is his son, Jacob, a 16 yr old dobro prodigy who will be heard from for many years to come. BPBG also looks forward to continue to pick with Jacob at every opportunity.

Rodney joins the group on guitar and will also play some mandolin. He joins us after many years of picking as well and his hot lead guitar picking has become a perfect fit for the group. He is no stranger to most of us as he, Billy Ray and Rodney Reavis played together in a different band prior to the formation of BPBG. Rodney is a premier guitar picker and a wonderful compliment to the group.

BPBG is very excited about the upcoming year as we have been rehearsing and believe that the addition of these two fine men will help us on our journey to become one of the best bands in the region and to become that "instrumental powerhouse" we continually strive for!

Check out our calendar and come see us every time you can, you don't want to miss it!

As always we are committed to staying steeped in the tradition so we and you the fans can ...

Feel the Music........]]> http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#11 Sat, 22 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800 FEEL THE MUSIC........ - BackPorch Bluegrass - News http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#10 http://cdbaby.com/cd/backporchbluegrass

and CD Baby will do the rest. We are very excited to be able to distribute our music virtually world wide.

Any difficulties please email david@backporchbluegrass.com]]> http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#10 Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800 FEEL THE MUSIC........ - BackPorch Bluegrass - News http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#9
LIVE from Carolina in the Fall recorded Oct. 19, 2007 from this wonderful festival of the same name is now available for purchase. This project was our tribute to the legends of bluegrass and includes songs from Monroe, The Stanley's, Flatt and Scruggs and IIIrd Tyme Out! The special honor of this project was being joined on stage for an encore by the Kruger Brothers for a stirring rendition of Little Georgia Rose

Just in time for a great stocking stuffer or last minute gift item for freinds and family here at the holidays.

CD's are available from any band member for a great holiday price of only $10 dollars. or you may call David @ 336-984-5705 or contact him by e-mail to get your copy today.

Their will be another announcement forthcoming over the next few days for those who would like to purchase one online. We are working with a distributor so we can provide you a link to purchase directly online.

Keep checking the website for this special
announcement!!]]> http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#9 Sat, 08 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800 FEEL THE MUSIC........ - BackPorch Bluegrass - News http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#8
BPBG will miss Randall's gentle demeanor and his phenomenal musicianship but more importantly his friendship and committment to playing great music.

We all wish Randall well in his future endeavors with the hope that our paths will cross again and we can once again play great music together.]]> http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#8 Sun, 28 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 FEEL THE MUSIC........ - BackPorch Bluegrass - News http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#6
We are very excited to release this project of Gospel Classics which are many of our favorites that include Hank Williams' tunes House of Gold and I saw the Light, Stanley Brothers songs Rank Stranger, The Darkest Hour, White Dove and Hallelujah, I'm Ready and other great tunes. To get your copy contact any member of the band through the website and we will get one to you right away. Hope to see you Friday at Minton's Pawn and Music]]> http://backporchbluegrass.com/news.html#6 Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0700 FEEL THE MUSIC........ - BackPorch Bluegrass - News