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Bluegrass star Billy Strings broke his left leg backstage while skateboarding after a Charlottesville show, prompting him to postpone several tour dates; he underwent surgery at UVA and shared updates on Instagram, ultimately rescheduling Charleston, WV and Fishers, IN shows to August, with July 2 ACL taping and Willie Nelson’s Fourth of July Picnic still on the schedule.
Billy Strings, a Grammy-winning musician blending traditional bluegrass with improvisational jam music, discusses his new live album 'Live at the Legion,' his personal healing through songwriting, performing after his mother's death, and how fatherhood has influenced his music, in an interview with NPR.
Billy Strings, a Grammy-winning bluegrass musician, discusses his influences, including Doc Watson, his recent albums 'Highway Prayers' and 'Live At The Legion,' and his personal struggles with family addiction and loss, emphasizing his dedication to the craft and his desire to use music for healing.
Bluegrass virtuosos Chris Thile and Billy Strings performed together on CBS Saturday Morning, marking their first collaboration. The duo played traditional songs "Wild Bill Jones," "I Am A Pilgrim," and "I’ve Been All Around This World" as part of the 65th Street Sessions series at NYC’s Lincoln Center.
Lana Del Rey and Billy Strings drew large crowds on the final day of the Newport Folk Festival, with fans packing Fort Adams to see their performances. Lana Del Rey gave a shout-out to her Rhode Island family roots and dedicated a song to her deceased family members buried in Barrington. The festival also featured generational traditions, such as kayaking to the fort to listen to music on the shore, and a sober tent providing a safe space for those wanting an alcohol-free experience.
Bluegrass guitarist Billy Strings and country music legend Willie Nelson have released a collaborative new single titled "California Sober" on the eve of Nelson's 90th birthday celebration in Los Angeles. Strings expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to record with Nelson, calling him an "absolute treasure and inspiration to us all." The celebratory shows will feature a star-studded lineup including Neil Young, Bob Weir, Dave Matthews, and many more.