Crying Uncle Bluegrass: Bluegrass Roots, Modern Shoots: The Future of Bluegrass Music

Art Heals All Wounds

Today, I’m joined by the members of Crying Uncle Bluegrass, a California-based bluegrass band. Fiddle player Miles Quale teamed up with his brother Teo, a mandolin player, bassist Andrew Osborn, and guitarist John Gooding to jam together almost five years ago when they were all in their early-to-mid teens. Together they represent the next generation of the community-driven bluegrass genre.
In our conversation, the four members share how they were introduced to this type of music and what inspires them to continue playing it. They first crossed paths at the Father's Day Bluegrass Festival in Grass Valley, CA. Festivals are a common theme in our discussion as they’ve played a critical role in their growth and success as musicians. Miles and John describe how the collaborative nature of bluegrass lends itself well to spaces that promote community building, jamming, and workshops that are often featured at these events. Because it’s not everyday that you meet a group of young musicians playing bluegrass, I wanted to get their perspective on mixing traditional sounds with modern trends. They reflect on how they’ve evolved musically and the gratitude they have for the rich history of bluegrass music. They also share what they hope to accomplish as a band and what they’re looking forward to in the near future.

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Topics Covered:

● How Miles, Teo, Andrew, and John came together to form Crying Uncle Bluegrass

● Each band member’s relationship to bluegrass music

● The influence of new players on this traditional genre

● A look back on their most memorable performance at the La Roche Bluegrass Festival in France

● What they love most about bluegrass as a genre and community

● The story behind the name ‘Crying Uncle’

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● Crying Uncle Website

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