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SP Radio Podcast: Drew Phillips, Uncle John and local bluegrass

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On this episode of SP Radio we talk to Drew Phillips, mandolin player for Big Bluestem Band, and Uncle John (aka John Coleman), the host of WEFT’s weekly bluegrass show Old-Time Country Music for New Old-Timers. We discuss the current local string band music scene and the history of local bands. Plus, we play songs from each band performing at the Iron Post this Sunday.

As mentioned above, Big Bluestem will be playing a special show with Ol’ 97, Strings Attached and Black Ridge Road on Sunday, January 29 at 5 p.m. at The Iron Post. There will also be drawings and prizes. The donation is $10 with all proceeds benefiting WEFT.

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