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The Infamous Stringdusters “20/20”

March 19, 2026 A.Francis Tritico 0
20 years on, The Infamous Stringdusters have matured, but remain spry. Look, even if jam bands are your bag, it’s hard to argue that they are best suited for studio records. Deadheads, Phishheads, and fans of […]
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The Infamous Stringdusters “Dancing On The Moon” – step lightly

January 7, 2026 Jonathan Aird 0
Those purveyors of progressive bluegrass, The Infamous Stringdusters, declare that “it feels like a good night for dancing on the moon” on this new song of the same title as the declared intent. But is it? […]
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The Infamous Stringdusters “I’d Rather Be Alone” – even today?

February 14, 2023 Jonathan Aird 0
Well, The Infamous Stringbusters make a mighty claim, singing that “I’d rather be alone, have you dream of me only / than to be in your arms but never in your heart” on this new song […]
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Bluegrass legend Peter Rowan nominated for 2023 Grammy

November 23, 2022 Emily Dongray 1
American roots music legend Peter Rowan has just been nominated for a 2023 Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album. The nomination is for his recently released album, ‘Calling You From My Mountain‘, on Rebel Records. The […]
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The Infamous Stringdusters “Toward The Fray”

March 30, 2022 Darren Lumbroso 0
A steely take on the world by Grammy winning, progressive, bluegrass band. The cover of The Infamous Stringdusters’ latest studio album, ‘Toward The Fray’, features an image of a young girl clutching a teddy bear. She’s […]

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