The Prairie Acre
Upcoming shows:
- None scheduled
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Genre: Bluegrass / Roots
Sound description: High energy traditional bluegrass
RIYL: Wilders, Midday Ramblers
Web site: http://www.theprairieacre.com
E-mail: thepraireacre@yahoo.com
Custom radio station:
Free MP3 downloads:
Appearances on The Turnpike:
Related links:
- Podcast preview: "Jaybird and the Sparrow-Hawk" (April 30, 2007)
- Review: "Bluegrass Motor Mart" (May 2, 2005)
History:
THE BAND: The Prairie Acre has been playing together for almost three years. They met through mutual friends, and hit it off musically right away.
THE MUSIC: The band brings together elements of traditional bluegrass and old-time music to create a unique sound and to fuel their highly contagious positive energy. With a repertoire that includes a healthy mix of original and traditional tunes, The Prairie Acre's signature sound balances fast fiddle tunes with bright vocal harmonies.
Musicians:
Formed:
2003 in Lawrence, KS
Influences:
Bill Monroe, Del McCoury, Ricky Skaggs, Freight Hoppers, Jimmy Martin, Ralph Stanley, the Carter Family
Current status:
Active in the Lawrence area
Discography:
| Name | Year | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Stairstep Road | 2004 | |
 | Bluegrass Motormart | 2005 | |
 | Jaybird and the Sparrow-Hawk | 2007 |
Justin Nozuka / Gabe Dixon Band / Jay Nash :: Blending elements of neo-soul, folk, old-time blues and pop, Justin Nozuka should woo fans of Ray LaMontagne and/or Brett Dennen ... More info
- "Literacies of a Lifetime: Literature, Ethnicity, Code" with Keith Gilyard
- Brodioke!
- Hallmark Design Symposium Series
