In this jam-packed episode, we’re coming to you live from backstage at RockyGrass with two of the most dynamic forces in modern bluegrass—Harry and Cory of East Nash Grass. From fanboy moments to mandolin heroes, this candid convo dives deep into the heart of the music, the madness of touring, and the magic of festivals like RockyGrass.

🎶 Episode Highlights:

• 🪕 Banjo Beginnings & Mandolin Magic: Hear how Cory and Harry each found their musical footing—from childhood jams to Chuck Hicks and Ricky Skaggs.
• 🎤 Festival Favorites: The boys recall their epic sit-ins with Sierra Hull, Billy Strings, and Béla Fleck—and the nerves that come with sharing stages with bluegrass legends.
• 🧠 Imposter Syndrome & Humility: What it's like to meet your heroes... and then become someone else's.
• 🎧 New Music Vibes: The creative process behind their upcoming album (dropping August 22!) and their side project with Christian Ward.
• 🐟 Creek Freak Chronicles: Cory’s new hobby of smallmouth bass fishing and Harry’s culinary adventures on tour—including redfish in New Orleans and a bold anti-brunch stance.
• 🍖 Rick’s Custom Meats & Country Boy Cubans: Yes, we’re serious—and yes, we’re hungry now.
• 🎵 What’s in the Van Playlist?: From Robert Earl Keen and Mac DeMarco to hard bop jazz and red dirt roots, find out what fuels East Nash Grass on the road.
• 🌺 Bluegrass from Hawaii? Spam musubi, slack key, and musical bridges from island to mainland.

Get ready for laughs, deep dives, and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes this band a rising staple in the modern bluegrass scene. As always, expect wild stories, musical nerd-outs, and a few spicy food takes.

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