The Picky Fingers Banjo Podcast

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   Randy Barrett is a great banjoist in both 3-finger & clawhammer styles, a singer, songwriter, educator, and author. He is best known for his three solo recordings, and his performances with Big Howdy, a Washington, D.C.-based bluegrass band, and as President of Bluegrass Country Radio. His recent book "On Banjo" was a collaboration with, and an examination of the banjo style of, the late great Ben Eldridge. Sponsored by Paige Capos, Peghead Nation, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos   Randy on the web: https://www.randybarrett.net/   $12 T-shirt Sale on Discontinued colors and Small/Extra Small sizes!   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   In this demonstration episode, Keith runs down the list of all the major effects food groups and gives a live demonstration of what they all sound like with acoustic banjo! 03:01 - Intro, overview of episode 15:15 - Dry Banjo Sound (EMG ACB Barrel pickup through Grace Design Felix Preamp) 16:38 - Octave effect (TC Electronics Sub n Up) 21:19 - Envelope Filter (Smokin Amp Co.) 24:34 - Phaser (Whirlwind Rochester; clone of MXR Script Logo Phase 90) 32:01 - Chorus (Boss CE-2W; recreation of Boss CE-2 and CE1) 34:44 - Flanger (Hartman Flanger; clone of Electro Harmonix Electric Mistress [non-deluxe]) 37:03 - Delay (Boss DD-20 Gigadelay) 51:45 - Reverb (TC Electronics Hall of Fame) 57:55 - Compressor (Analogman Bi-Comprossor; 2-channel clone of Ross Compressor and Orange Squeezer) 1:00:25 - Overdrive (Barber Direct Drive) 1:02:07 - Uni Vibe (Pink Floyd demo) 1:06:18 - mic vs pickup and blending (Sennheiser e904)   Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Elderly Instruments, Paige Capo, and Sullivan Banjos   Questions? Contact the show at pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   With the unexpected passing of banjo legend Jim Mills (December 18, 1966 – May 3, 2024), we revisit this interview originally released as Episode #111.   This episode features the incomporable Jim Mills, one of the top banjo players of his generation and a purveyor of the traditional Scruggs-style of playing. Jim has won the IBMA Banjo Player of the Year award a record 6 times, as well as numerous Grammy awards. He has also established himself as one of the top experts, collectors, and dealers for Pre-War Gibson Mastertone banjos, a subject which he wrote a book about! 

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   Chris Coole has made a name for himself as one of the top clawhammer banjoists in Old Time and Acoustic music. He is best known for playing in bands such as The Lonesome Ace Stringband and  the Foggy Hogtown Boys, collaborations with the likes of Ivan Rosenberg, Erynn Marshall, and John Showman, as well as his solo work. He is also a talented songwriter and instructor, and has an interesting perspective on studying an Appalachian art form in his hometown of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.   Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Paige Capos, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos   Chris on the web: https://chriscoole.com/ https://lonesomeace.com/   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com  

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   This episode features Jim "Wild Jimbo" Pankey, who has played both 3-finger and clawhammer style professionally for many years with the Hamilton County Ramblers and other groups. These days, Jim is a top banjo influencer through his instructional Youtube channel, and has helped thousands of banjoists all over the world in developing their skills through his humorous and informative video content.   Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Paige Capo, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos   Jim on the web: www.jimpankey.com https://www.youtube.com/wildjimbo   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com  

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   This episode features Kevin Kniebel, a talented banjoist, singer, and songwriter who performs and records with the jamgrassy old time band Pert Near Sandstone! PNS brings some great songwriting and arrangements to their high-energy, foot-stomping enthusiastic old timey sound, which makes them one of the top must-see live bands on today's festival scene. Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Paige Capos, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos Kevin Kniebel on the web: https://pertnearsandstone.com/   Buy Picky Fingers Merch!! https://www.banjopodcast.com/shop/   Learn banjo from Keith (and many other fantastic instructors) at Midwest Banjo Camp!   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com  

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   This episode features Colton Powers, an outstanding bluegrass banjoist and singer, best known for his recordings and performances with Seth Mulder & Midnight Run. Colton also attended East Tennessee State University, where he honed his hard driving banjo picking style!   Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Paige Capos, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos   Colton on the web: https://midnightrunbluegrass.com/   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   This is a "Freshly Picked" episode, featuring the new album "Labor of Lust" by Kyle Tuttle. Kyle is best known for being featured on Episode #18, as well as his performances and recordings with the Jeff Austin Band, the Lil Smokies, and now the Grammy Award-winning Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway! This album shows Kyle stretching his legs as not only a banjo player, but also a songwriter and producer. Check it out! Sponsored by Elderly Instruments, Peghead Nation, and Sullivan Banjos   Kyle on the web: https://www.kyletuttle.com/   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   This episode features Brian Alley, a great player in both the 3-finger and clawhammer styles. He is best known for performing and recording with his band: Portland, Oregon-based band Never Come Down. NCD have been gaining major steam on the bluegrass/jamgrass scene, and have a new record to be released in early 2024 titled "Greener Pastures" (produced by Chris Pandolfi).   Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos.   Brian on the web: https://nevercomedownband.com/   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   This episode features Ken Perlman, an innovative banjoist who blazed the melodic clawhammer trail. He is also known for his efforts in learning, preserving, and teaching various other fiddle music traditions, particularly that of Prince Edward Island. Ken is also one of the foremost leaders in banjo education: he authored of scads of instructional books, and is the camp director for three of the most popular banjo camps in the country. Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos   Ken on the web: www.kenperlman.com   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   This episode features Sam Armstrong-Zickefoose! Sam is a multi-faceted musician adept at both clawhammer and 3-finger playing, as well as composing, singing, and songwriting. They currently perform with one of the top jamgrass bands on the scene The Lil Smokies. Check it out!   Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos   Sam on the web: https://samazmusic.bandcamp.com/album/spark-in-your-smile   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com   Buy Picky Fingers Merch! www.banjopodcast.com  

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   It's a Freshly Picked episode, featuring the debut EP "Off the Edges" from Michigan-based bluegrass adjacent band Wilson Thicket! Keith sits down with all four members of Wilson Thicket to discuss this landmark dazzling, groundbreaking work of art, including the banjoist who happens to be... Keith himself! Wilson Thicket also features Aaron Markovitz (guitar, mandolin, vocals), Jason Dennie (mandolin, guitar, vocals), and Scott Kendall (upright bass). Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos   Wilson Thicket on the web: www.wilsonthicket.bandcamp.com www.wilsonthicket.com   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   A "Freshly Picked" episode about the new album from banjo legend Alan Munde! Alan and Keith go through several tracks on the album and discuss Alan's approach to the compositions and arrangements.  Sponsored by Elderly Instruments, Peghead Nation, and Sullivan Banjos   Alan on the web: https://almundesbanjocollege.com/   Get the new Wilson Thicket EP "Off the Edges!" www.wilsonthicket.bandcamp.com   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com    

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   This episode features Chris Warner, a banjo player best known for his performing and recording with Jimmy Martin, as well as his several great solo albums! Chris perfectly exemplifies the Jimmy-approved style of hard-driving bluegrass banjo, and is also an in-demand banjo setup tech and neck builder. Check it out! Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Elderly Instruments, Sullivan Banjos, and Daily Banjo Licks   Buy Picky Fingers Merch at www.banjopodcast.com Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com  

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   This episode features Janie Rothfield, a world-renowned banjoist, fiddler, composer, and educator. Janie has lived in many places, learning from the folks she meets along the way, and tells all about how that has shaped her style on both fiddle and banjo.   Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos   Janie on the web: https://janierothfield.com/janie-story   Buy Picky Fingers Merch! at www.banjopodcast.com   Contact: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com    

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   In this special episode, Keith chats with Chris Warner AND Tom Adams: two banjo greats in their own right, but who also happen to both be veterans of Jimmy Martin's Sunny Mountain Boys band. They share their experiences in dealing with Jimmy from both a personal and professional standpoint, all from a banjo player's perspective!   Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos   NEW MERCH! www.banjopodcast.com/shop   Keith & Picky Fingers interviewed by Brent Davis and profiled in Bluegrass Standard Magazine  

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast This episode features Tabitha Agnew Benedict, a banjo-playing product of Northern Ireland best known for performing and recording with the Foreign Landers and Cup O'Joe, as well as the all-female British bluegrass band Midnight Skyracer! Tabitha has a creative and masterful approach to playing not only traditional-style bluegrass, but also her own original compositions and interpretations of traditional American and Irish fiddle tunes. Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Sullivan Banjos, and Elderly Instruments   Tabitha on the web: https://www.tabithabenedictmusic.com/   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com  

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   This episode features Ben Eldridge, the highly influential banjo player best known for his work with the groundbreaking band The Seldom Scene, with whom he performed and recorded for several decades. Ben's blending of driving bluegrass playing with cascading melodic passages and tasteful accompaniment has made him an inspiring player for newer generations of banjoists. Ben also played and recorded with Cliff Waldron, Tony Rice, and more! Ben also has a new book out, co-written with Randy Barrett, titled On Banjo - Click HERE for a link to purchase. Also on this episode is Ben's wife Barbara Eldridge, who graciously assisted in both the questions and storytelling for the interview. Thanks Barb!   Sponsored by Elderly Instruments, Peghead Nation, and Sullivan Banjos   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast This episode features Tom Adams, one of the most influential banjo players of his generation! Tom is best known for his exciting, energetic, creative, and driving banjo style which earned him multiple IBMA Banjo Player of the Year awards. He is best known for his performances and recordings with such artists as Jimmy Martin, The Johnson Mountain Boys, Blue Highway, Rhonda Vincent and the Rage, Michael Cleveland, and many more.   Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos   Tom on the web: www.adamscountybanjo.com   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com  

www.patreon.com/banjopodcast   This episode features John Bullard, a performer and author who has dedicated his efforts toward playing authentic renditions of classical music on the banjo! John discusses his background learning bluegrass banjo and classical guitar, and the decision to combine the two passions.   Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos   John on the web: www.johnbullard.com   Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com