Awhile back, Cedar Hill sent me an a CD album entitled “Don’t Let The Stars Get In Your Eyeballs.” Now with a title like that, one tends to discount what’s on the CD. But when I turned the CD over, I saw a band dressed up in costumes and noticed the first song on the album was one of my favorite songs by one of my all-time favorite bands – Credence Clearwater Revival. So I at least had to listen to “Who’ll Stop The Rain.” And I’m sure glad I did. Cedar Hill not only does the song much justice, they went on to play and sing 12 more songs that I found both great and hilarious. I admire bands who put a great deal of emphasis on pleasing the audience – I just run into too many bands that play and act like zombies when on stage. But I can tell from this band’s website that they are trying hard to please their audience. Their website is a fun read and as enjoyable as their music. Don’t miss this band. I’m looking forward to seeing them perform live sometime in the near future. Cedar Hill’s album will be featured on the New Artist Show commencing this Friday 6:00 to 7:00 AM. All of their songs are now in the All Bands playlist.
County Records of Charlottesville, VA sent me a copy of Troublesome Creek’s new album “Fast As Time Can Take Me” and I’m sure glad they did. I love old-time mountain music and the 23 songs on this album are a very pleasant surprise. The album features fiddle tunes that originate from Kentucky and Virginia and showcases the full string band sound of Rick Martin, Steve Arkin, Dick Harrington and Lori Lichenwalner. This group of artists are based in central Virginia in this century, but their sound harkens back to the 19th century. I think you are going to like their music. I sure did! Troublesome Creek’s album will be featured on the New Artist Show commencing this Saturday 6:00 to 7:00 AM. All of their songs are now in the All Bands playlist.
A new episode (my 4th) of my one-hour “Bluegrass and Old Time Music Radio Show” in now available. The show is brodacast from 12 noon to 7 PM every Saturday. Remember, if you’re busy and can’t listen to the show, it is 
The Craig County Boys are celebrating their 35th anniversary with a new CD album – Springtime on the Mountain. This terrific band plays traditional bluegrass music with a distinctive sound that derives from the powerful lead vocals of James Christian (guitar and lead vocals) and the lyrical mix of their instrumentalists (Donnie Myers – mandolin and harmony vocals, Jerry Wood – fiddle and harmony vocals, Tim Rhodes – banjo and Jerry Steinberg – bass fiddle) and harmonies. The band is one of the most active bluegrass groups in the Roanoke, Virginia area, playing everywhere from fancy banquets to concerts to private parties, bluegrass festivals, and old country churches. They have a large following of fans, friends, and family who love their music and appreciate the band’s commitment to keeping traditional bluegrass alive and kickin’! Check out their 
The Reed Islander Rounders CD albums, Goin’ Back and Side by Side were just added to my playlists. This versatile old time band is known for their love of variety. From foot-stomping dance tunes to romantic waltzes, or a chilling ballad and beyond to the dark and lonesome mountain tunes of a solo fiddle, or a duet with the banjo, they evoke the soul of Appalachian life. Billy Cornette (guitar and vocals), Betty Vornbrock (fiddle and harmony vocals) and Diane Jones (banjo and lead vocals) play many of the old tunes of West Virginia and Kentucky on their Goin’ Back album that I have featured in my New Artist time slots. They are keeping this music alive and I think you will really like these tunes. 
Clarence & Bobbi Roberts CD albums, Mountain Music Memories and Beyond The Sunset, were recently added to several of my playlists. Clarence and Bobbie live in the Galax, Virginia which is steeped in the traditions of old time music. This versatile husband and wife team sing and play the banjo, fiddle, guitar and autoharp in the old time style. They have been playing together for 20 years and have five CD albums. Give their music a close listen. You’ll be glad you did. And while you’re listening to their music, take the time to visit their website at: 
Galax Little Leaves live stage performance on the WBRF 98.1 Blue Ridge Backroads Live radio show held at the Rex Theater in Galax, Virginia on May 6, 2005 in now playing on my Live at the Rex Theater Radio Show between 10 AM and Noon on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. This fabulous bluegrass band is comprised solely of youngsters ranging in age from 11 to 14. Talk about keeping bluegrass music alive, well these kids are doing it and they play like pros. Wow! You’ve got to listen to them. And while you’re listening, take the time to visit their website at: 