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Amos Perrine

THROUGH THE LENS: From Rhiannon Giddens to Sierra Ferrell, Singles in the Spotlight

THROUGH THE LENS: From Rhiannon Giddens to Sierra Ferrell, Singles in the Spotlight

Singles — whether on 78 rpm records or "cassingles" or digital downloads — are nothing new. However, recently there has been an uptick in one-off tunes released by roots musicians. In this time of coronavirus, many folks may not have ready access to a full studio in order to record

THROUGH THE LENS: The 22 Best Bob Dylan Covers By Roots Artists

THROUGH THE LENS: The 22 Best Bob Dylan Covers By Roots Artists

There are, it seems, only two ages: Before Dylan and After Dylan. As we approach the 60th anniversary of the fateful 1961 winter day when Bob Dylan arrived in New York, it’s significant to note that no single songwriter has had their songs covered more than Bob Dylan. Covering

THROUGH THE LENS: IBMA’s World of Bluegrass Goes, Well, Like Everything Else, Virtual

THROUGH THE LENS: IBMA’s World of Bluegrass Goes, Well, Like Everything Else, Virtual

Virtual is a word I have grown to dislike. A lot. However, the music portion of this year's virtual World Of Bluegrass conference and festival offers plenty to get excited about. The International Bluegrass Music Association's (IBMA) annual event, usually held in Raleigh, North Carolina, will

THROUGH THE LENS: Memories of the Philadelphia Folk Festival

THROUGH THE LENS: Memories of the Philadelphia Folk Festival

This Philadelphia Folk Festival has a special place in my heart as it was the first festival I ever attended, in 1969, just as I was beginning college. I got to see so many folks I had just heard on records, along with some new ones. Festivals are not only

THROUGH THE LENS: The Many Memories of the Newport Folk Festival

THROUGH THE LENS: The Many Memories of the Newport Folk Festival

As we get ready to stream this year’s Newport Folk Festival, titled “Newport Folk Revival Weekend,” photographer/writer Jim Brock, who has attended five of the last six festivals, shares with us some of his thoughts, memories, and favorite moments from those years. And, of course, his one-of-a-kind photos.

THROUGH THE LENS: Pull Up a Seat for Queer-antine Festival Porch Pride

THROUGH THE LENS: Pull Up a Seat for Queer-antine Festival Porch Pride

This weekend (June 27 and 28), California’s Bluegrass Pride will celebrate Pride Month, and the 51st anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, by presenting Porch Pride: A Bluegrass Pride Queer-antine Festival. Headlined by Amythyst Kiah and Molly Tuttle, the festival will stream 23 half-hour sets showcasing LGBTQ+ roots musicians, with

THROUGH THE LENS: Let’s Go to Luckenbach, Texas … With Jerry Jeff Walker, Bobby Bare, and More

THROUGH THE LENS: Let’s Go to Luckenbach, Texas … With Jerry Jeff Walker, Bobby Bare, and More

Serendipity happens. In response to the Through the Lens column of two weeks ago that included Jerry Jeff Walker’s influential album ¡Viva Terlingua! that was recorded at the Luckenbach Texas Dance Hall, I got a note from contributing ND photographer Kevin Smith saying that he had visited the venue