Episode 193 brings live Bill Monroe from The Soft Rock Cafe in 1980. Bill has an incredible band, and spends much of this show taking requests from the crowd. It's pure gold. Give a listen!!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 192 features more from Don Reno, Bill Harrell and The Tennessee Cutups! This was recorded in 1975, and is their second set at The Kings Mountain Bluegrass Festival. This is an incredible performance, enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

We our proud to bring you the one and only Dr. Ralph Stanley, live with The Clinch Mt. Boys circa 1971! This show is...well...I dare say it's perfect! A great line up, a killer performance, this show has it all. Go ahead now, give it a listen!! You git now!!!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 190 features Don Reno, Bill Harrell and The Tennessee Cut Ups live from 1975. What a show!! The singing, the banjo, the fiddle are all sooooo good!! Don't take my word for it, listen now!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 189 features live music from The Traveling McCourys, recorded at the 2017 NW String Summit! This band is incredible and they deliver a set of music that is both traditional as well as pushing boundaries! Give a listen!!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 188 brings us more music from The Northwest String Summit! We pick up where last weeks show left off, with The Lil Smokies, recorded live at last years festival. The energy's high, the band is hot...give a listen!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 187 features The Lil Smokies live from The Northwest String Summit! We get to hear part of their set from last year on the main stage!! This is a tremendous band with fantastic energy, great songs and outstanding musicians. Enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

We get to hear live Bill Monroe and The Bluegrass Boys from 1980 at The Soft Rock Cafe in Vancouver B.C.! Bill has an outstanding band and his song selection is particularly on point. But Don't take my word for it, give a listen!!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

This episode brings us live Kentucky Colonels from 1964! They are absolutely on fire in this recording, picking and singing galore!! But don't take my word for it, give a listen yourself...it's free!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 184 is a real gem. A short set by Bill Monroe and The Bluegrass Boys, followed by a short set from Bill and Doc Watson! Performed live on The Whitehouse lawn in 1980 for president Jimmy Carter. Truly a special moment in time, and we get to listen...enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 183 is dedicated entirely to The NW String Summit! We are excited to be partnering with this amazing festival, and on this episode feature music performed at the festival from years past. We also interview the one and only Pastor Tim, emcee of the festival and master of ceremonies for the last 17 years! Enjoy!…

Episode 182 is our first show of the new year and we are starting out with a bang! Live Bill Monroe from 1957, and does he have a great band with him! Don't take my word for it, go straight to play...enjoy!!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 181 welcomes a performance from Town Mountain! Recorded live at The Northwest String Summit 2015. The high lonesome sound, great originals and fantastic delivery...this band has it all. Enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 180 brings us the second half of a set by Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver from 1994. This band really does it all from hot picking to absolutely amazing vocals! Give a listen...Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 179 is a continuation from 170...we get to hear the second part of JD Crowe and The New South live in 1995! He's got a great band with him, and JD's on fire...give a listen!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 178 welcomes a live set from Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver circa 1994. Doyle and the gang deliver an incredible set, with a real focus on the vocals. Without further ado, please enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 177 concludes our look at the music of The NW String Summit! We listen to the second half of a set by The Del McCoury Band, which we started last episode. Turn it up, take a listen and enjoy a maestro and his band!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 176 is giant! We continue our focus on The NW String Summit and listen to live Del McCoury Band from last years festival!! We are also joined by the one and only Pastor Tim, resident emcee at the festival 17 years running! There's lots of stories, most of which are true, there's lots of picking and there's lots of singing...enjoy!…

Episode 175 brings us more from The Lil Smokies live at The NW String Summit in 2016! They won the band contest in 2013 and have been skyrocketing ever since, "touring the world and elsewhere". With fantastic song writing, shredding pickers and great vocalists, this band delivers! Enjoy!!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 174 brings live Jimmy Martin and Ralph Stanley, circa 1999. Josh is joined in the studio by The One And Lonely Zach Bryson, as the two discuss this historic recording. They laugh, they cry...it's all there. Enjoy!!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 173 brings us live Jimmy Martin circa 1999! His band is sharp, the songs are outstanding and the banter is priceless. Please Enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 171 brings us The Lil' Smokies live from The NW String Summit 2016! Not only that, but we are joined via technology by none other than Pastor Tim, the charming and eloquent emcee of the festival! This is a special episode, please enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 170 brings us live JD Crowe and The New South from 1995! This band is on fire and the delivery is impeccable. Enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 169 brings us live Del McCoury Band circa 2015 at The NW String Summit. The band is on fire, the song selection outstanding and the level of Del cuteness is off the charts. Please enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 168 is incredible! Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver live circa 1985 in Italy!! This performance goes to show why Doyle Lawson and his group remain one of the greatest vocal bands of all time. The song selection is great, the delivery is impeccable...press play, delay no longer...you're going to love this episode!…

Episode 167 is a true gem. We get to hear a handful of songs as well as a radio interview with the one and only JD Crowe! This recording, from 1981, is very raw but gets at the heart of what this program is all about. But hey, don't take my word for it...enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 166 brings live Del McCoury Band circa 2015. The band is tremendous, the song selection world class...I tell ya', this band has it all. Do yourself a favor and take listen!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 165 is a guitar players fantasy come true! We get to listen to a guitar summit hosted by Billy Strings, and it features some of todays hottest flat pickers. Recorded live in 2016 here in the Pacific Northwest, this show has more flying notes than you can shake a stick at...take a listen!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 164 brings us the second half of a set by none other than Jimmy Martin, circa 1999. His performance and stage banter are on point, the band is in good form...do not stop, proceed directly to listening and enjoy the king of bluegrass doing what he does best!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 163 continues where 160 left off, Chris Thile and Bryan Sutton live in 2005 demonstrating why they are both considered maestros on their instruments! The musicianship is out of control right out of the gates...do yourself the favor and give a listen!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 162 brings us a live set from Bill Monroe! The year was 1994, the bluegrass was high and lonesome. Listen as the master himself delivers an outstanding set of his very own brand of amazing!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 161 features the king of Bluegrass, the one and only Jimmy Martin! This performance from 1999 is a real treat. Jimmy's interaction with the audience as well as his band is nearly as good as the music. Please enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 160 is giant! We get to hear a live set by none other than Chris Thile and Bryan Sutton. Individually these guys are both monsters on their instruments, and together they are mind blowing. Enjoy this set and consider maybe sitting down before you listen...Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 159 brings us a live set by JD Crowe and The New South from 1996! This band is top notch and as always, JD and the gang deliver an outstanding performance. They manage to keep it both traditional and new...please enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

At last...after a brief summer break, we are back in the saddle with Episode 158! We've got some live Seldom Scene circa 1993 and believe me, this set will not disappoint. The band is in top form and delivers a stellar performance. Please enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

It's here! In honor of The NW String Summit happening this week, we're featuring more bands from this amazing festival. This week we have a special show featuring a guitar showdown with the one and only Billy Strings at the helm! There's more flat picking than you could shake a stick at...check it out!…

Episode 156 continues our look at this years NW String Summit. This week we feature Portland's own Left Coast Country, who will be performing at this years festival! This show, from June of this year, really showcases the bands signature high energy brand of bluegrass. Please enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 155 brings us the final part of a Del McCoury Band show from 2003! This is their two encore sets, and they deliver exactly what you'd expect. High energy, high lonesome sound as only Del and the boys can do. Enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 154 continues our look at some of the artists from this years NW String Summit. In that spirit, we get to hear more live Del McCoy Band circa 2003. Truly a show not to be missed...enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 153 brings live Del McCoury Band from 2003. The band is in amazing form, the song selection is incredible and yours truly is in the crowd heckling...this is a fun recording, enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 152 welcomes a live set by Hot Rize! This show, recorded in 1980, features the original line up in all it's glory. Great songs, fantastic execution and witty, witty banter...this is one not to miss!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 151 welcomes more from Earl Scruggs and Arthur Smith. This jam session was recorded at someones home in 1957 and is about as raw as they come. Please enjoy a very rare window into the casual jamming of some of the very best to ever play the music!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 150!!! We bring you a live set from 1992 by the one and only Osborne Brothers. This band is top notch and delivers a dynamite performance! The song selection is gold, the energy is kickin' and the delivery is outstanding...enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 149 brings us the second half of a live set by JD Crowe and The New South, circa 1975! Joining the banjo maestro are Tony Rice, Ricky Skaggs, Jerry Douglas and Bobby Slone. This is a band not to be trifled with...enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 148 is a true gem! Live Earl Scruggs and Arthur Smith at a jam session in a private home in 1957! This recording should be a national treasure. Please enjoy two masters of their trade doing what they do best...Cheers!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 147 brings us some live Osborne Brothers circa 1992! This legendary band lights up the stage with a fiery performance. They really do deliver that high lonesome sound...give a listen!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 146 brings another live set from Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver, 1993! We heard the first set in episode 144 and now we get the second set. This performance is world class and not to be missed. Enjoy!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 145 features live JD Crowe and The New South circa 1975. With possibly the greatest band on earth, he delivers everything you could want from this banjo maestro! Enjoy...Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 144 is dynamite! Live Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver via 1993, and does this band shine! Incredible song selection, impeccable delivery and all with the signature Doyle Lawson harmony arrangements. But hey, enough of my yakking, let's boogie!Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show

Episode 143 brings us a live performance by Bill Monroe and The Bluegrass Boys! This set from 1994 should be a national treasure. Bill is both horsing around as well as delivering an amazing show. Behold a maestro at work...Af The Josh Cole Bluegrass Show