Bluestem
Upcoming shows:
- None scheduled
Genre: Bluegrass / Roots
Sound description: Acoustic music with interesting arrangements and great harmonies.
RIYL: Contemporary Bluegrass, Western, and vocal harmonies.
Web site: http://sunflower.com/~bluestem
E-mail: bluestem@sunflower.com
History:
Bluestem:
The native tallgrass that grows on the prairies of Kansas. It is also the name taken by a group of musicians from those same prairies. They have combined Western, Bluegrass, Gospel, and a little Rock to create a unique blend of acoustic music. Their fine western harmonies and bluegrass musicianship teamed with cowboy poetry will surprise and entertain all.
Musicians:
- Rick Marshall: Guitar
- Keith Alberding: Banjo, Guitar
- Jim Rood: Fiddle, Guitar
- Marvin Pine: Bass guitar
Formed:
1982 in Lawrence, KS
Influences:
Everyone and anyone that plays and sings. Rock, Folk, Bluegrass, Western, Jazz, Celtic, Classic, and Gospel old and new.
Current status:
Active. We play concerts and festivals in the midwest.
Discography:
| Name | Year | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listen To The West | 1992 | Bluestem | |
| Plugged | 1994 | Bluestem | |
| I'd Like To Be A Cowboy | 1998 | Bluestem | |
| Ready For The Times To Get Better | 2000 | Bluestem |
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