In this second episode Mike and Dave continue their fascinating discussion with bluegrass legend Laurie Lewis. During our interview we talk more about Laurie's friendships within the industry and her work with multiple musicians, including Linda Ronstadt and Kenny Baker. We also learn more about her life away from the stage. Enjoy!

Mentioned in this Episode: Laurie Lewis Wintergrass Festival "O California" - Laurie Lewis and The Right Hands Glen Canyon Laurie Lewis and Katie Kallick - McLeod Inn on Saturday August 15th

Music in this Episode: "Look Down That Lonesome Road" - Laurie Lewis and The RIght Hands "Trees" - Laurie Lewis "Wheel of Life" - Laurie Lewis and The Right Hands

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Sitting down with the legendary Laurie Lewis has been an honor for Mike and Dave. A renowned singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist, Laurie has for nearly four decades, gathered fans and honors. Pull up a seat and join the conversation!

"Laurie has shown how a woman can blend into any part of the classic bluegrass singing trio, and she showed us how a great voice could move fluidly between bluegrass and other types of music. She has shown how a Californian can appeal to traditional bluegrass audiences, as well as winning acclaim in the worlds of Americana and folk music."

Mentioned in this Episode: Laurie Lewis Berkely Community Theater “Musical Holdouts” documentary Sweets Mill Music Festival history

Events of Note: Never Come Down – McCloud River Inn, Saturday April 18th Sierra Grass – Ahwahnee, California, April 30th to May 2nd Music in this Episode: “Your Eyes” – Laurie Lewis & The Right Hands “Who Will Watch the Home Place?”– Laurie Lewis on ‘True Stories’

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This week's interview is with Joe Suskind and Crystal Lariza, members of the award winning Portland-based band Never Come Down. Getting ready to kick off a busy tour season, the band sat down with Mike and Dave for a wide ranging interview. We talk about their life on the road, their unique blending of Americana and bluegrass sounds, songwriting and finding that sweet spot for their outstanding vocal harmonies. Enjoy! Mentioned in this Episode: Never Come Down RockyGrass Festival Shasta Mountain Music

Events of Note: Never Come Down – McCloud River Inn, Saturday April 18th Sierra Grass – Ahwahnee, California, April 30th to May 2nd Music in this Episode: Music is from Never Come Down’s “Greener Pastures” album: “Greener Pastures” “Rise Up And Sing”

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