David Peterson will join Katy Daly this morning (6/19) on WAMU’s Bluegrass Country at 9:00 a.m.

Bluegrass fans know David for his work with his bluegrass band, 1946. They have performed and recorded music of the most traditional sort for several years.

Now David has a new CD, Comin’ On Strong, where he displays his love for early country music. Katy will spin a few tracks from the CDand talk with Peterson about his new release. Katy says that she asked him to bring his guitar along, so count on a few impromptu live songs as well.

Visit with David and Katy this morning at www.bluegrasscountry.org, where they stream bluegrass music 24/7 online.

Jimbo Whaley has been getting attention for his singing and songwriting since his time as co-founder of Pine Mountain Railroad in 1998. Currently Whaley is performing with bluegrass group, Greenbrier.

The band has recently released an all gospel CD entitled The Back of the Book. Greenbrier is composed of Whaley - guitar and vocals; Roger Helton - guitar, banjo, dobro and vocals; and Scott Carris - bass. Other musicians performing on the recording include: Danny Barnes - mandolin; Shad Cobb - fiddle; and Dave Peterson, Ray Ball, and Jim Whaley (Jimbo’s dad) on vocals.

The disc includes 11 gospel tunes. The selections include story songs, driving bluegrass numbers, contemplative ballads, and one a cappella number.

Those who enjoy bluegrass gospel will surely want to give this CD a listen. Audio samples can be found, along with ordering information, on Jimbo Whaley’s website.

Episode #24 of The GrassCast features two interviews. The first is with bluegrass legend Ronnie Reno. Ronnie discusses his TV show and a new gospel project he has underway. The second interview is with David Peterson of the band 1946. David discusses his new CD In The Mountaintops To Roam, as well as some producing he’s doing.

This GrassCast is 12 minutes in length and the file download size is 11 MB.

Below is our usual mp3 file for you to listen here or download. The GrassCast is also available in the iTunes music store and this episode marks our third enhanced podcast. The version available through iTunes contains photos and hyperlinks relative to the subject matter being discussed in the interview.

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