The classic rock checklist includes buzzy guitars, big booming bass, elaborate drums, twinking keys and a lead singer that can shock and compel. But banjo? Well, that's a rarity. Nevertheless, some of ...

A new CD presents previously unreleased recordings by Hobart Smith, a traditional musician from southwestern Virginia who could play just about any instrument. Stephen Wade, the producer and annotator ...

After brain surgery, tremor-stricken banjo legend is picking again. Oct. 3, 2008 — -- Eddie Adcock's fast picking and unconventional style made him world famous as a bluegrass banjo innovator.

Biographical and descriptive notes by Kenneth S. Goldstein on slipcase. Performer(s): Obray Ramsey, George Pegram, Harry West, "Aunt" Samantha Bumgarner, banjo ; with accompanying instrumentalists.

Program notes, biography, and historical information by Kenneth S. Goldstein on container. Performer(s): Obray Ramsay, vocals and banjo. Production notes: Recorded at the Western North Carolina State ...