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GREENSKY BLUEGRASS
Bluegrass / Folk / Acoustic

"Not your grandfather's bluegrass band" - Relix



KALAMAZOO, Michigan
United States

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   GREENSKY BLUEGRASS: General Info
Member Since1/27/2006
Band Websitehttp://www.greenskybluegrass.com
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Anders Beck - dobro, lap steel

Michael Arlen Bont - banjo, vox

Dave Bruzza - guitar, lead vox

Mike Devol - acoustic bass, vox

Paul Hoffman - mandolin , lead vox

"The soul of Greensky has always rested within its ability to create rich, folksy tunes with poetic, biographical lyrics." - Dickson Mercer



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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 17 2009 8:00P
Northwest String Summitt North Plains, Oregon
Jul 23 2009 7:00P
Turley Park Carbondale, Illinois
Jul 24 2009 10:00P
Taste of Kalamazoo Kalamazoo, Michigan
Jul 25 2009 7:00P
Don & Metta Mitchell Ampitheater Oswosso, Michigan
Jul 29 2009 9:00P
Owsley’s Denver, Colorado
Jul 30 2009 9:00P
Belly Up Tavern Aspen, Colorado
Jul 31 2009 7:00P
13th Annual Bluegrass and Beer Festival Keystone, Colorado
Aug 1 2009 8:00P
YarmonyGrass Gathering on the RIver bond, Colorado
Aug 6 2009 9:00P
Venue 515 Manitou Springs, Colorado
Aug 7 2009 8:00P
Sawatch Campout & Music Festival buena vista, Colorado
Aug 8 2009 2:00P
Dancing In The Streets Festival Denver, Colorado
Aug 9 2009 8:00P
Mishawaka Ampitheatre Bellevue, Colorado
Aug 13 2009 7:00P
Meijer Gardens (w/Earl Scruggs) Grand Rapids, Michigan
Aug 15 2009 7:00P
Mulberry Mountain Harvest Music Festival Ozark, Arkansas
Aug 20 2009 9:00P
House of Blues Back Porch Chicago, Illinois
Aug 23 2009 6:00P
Hoxeyville Music Festival CADILLAC, Michigan
Aug 27 2009 8:00P
Santa Fe Brewing Co. Santa Fe, New Mexico
Aug 29 2009 8:00P
Flagstaff Brewing Co. (outside show) Flagstaff, Arizona
Aug 30 2009 8:00P
Goat Head Saloon Mesa, Arizona
Sep 5 2009 8:00P
Strawberry Bluegrass Festival Yosemite, California
Sep 17 2009 8:00P
The Ark Ann Arbor, Michigan
Sep 19 2009 8:00P
Dogwood Center for the Arts Fremont, Michigan
Sep 20 2009 8:00P
Tiller’s Farm Scotts, Michigan
Sep 24 2009 8:00P
Terrapin Hill Music Festival Harrodsburg, Kentucky
Sep 25 2009 8:00P
The Grey Eagle w/Town Mountain Asheville, North Carolina
Sep 26 2009 8:00P
River Front Nights Chattanooga, Tennessee
Sep 27 2009 2:00P
Blandwood Carriage House (afternoon) Greensboro, North Carolina
Oct 3 2009 11:00P
Willow Ranch Festival Lacota, Michigan
Oct 10 2009 12:00P
Joshua Tree Roots Music Festival Joshua Tree, California

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   About GREENSKY BLUEGRASS
Greensky Bluegrass


Winners of the 2006 Telluride Bluegrass Festival Band Competition, Michigan's own Greensky Bluegrass is earning recognition nationwide as a growing force in acoustic roots music...

Performing at festivals, theaters, clubs and listening rooms all over the US, their rare traditional sound is piquing the interests of not only bluegrass enthusiasts, but lovers of music of all genres. It is their unique "fusion of tradition and enthusiasm for improvisation" that has come to define the band's creative and tangible compositional style.

Formed in the fall of 2000 by Michael Arlen Bont (banjo), Dave Bruzza (guitar), and Paul Hoffman (mandolin), Greensky has undergone a musical evolution as unique as the music it has produced. As newcomers to the bluegrass scene, the three sought to define themselves within the framework of their bluegrass favorites while establishing a voice of their own, drawing upon an array of influences and varied musical backgrounds. This voice first became evident in their May 2004 release of Less than Supper, recorded with bassist Chris Carr and dobro player Al Bates. In the fall of the same year, Greensky Bluegrass welcomed bassist Michael Devol, and in the summer of 2006 released their second studio album, Tuesday Letter. This album, produced by Tim Carbone of Railroad Earth, has proven a milestone in the quartet's growth as musicians and increasing exposure to a thriving national community. On December 31st of 2007 Greensky Bluegrass added Anders Beck (dobro) to the line up to. His playing is adding great depth to their existing material, and opening many doors to new songs. The new quintet will be recording a studio album in the late spring of 2008.

"...every great album starts with great songs and this record is no exception. Songs of hope, truth, loss, and love of family and friends are all here. Songs that will make you laugh, dance and think. And songs of grace." -Tim Carbone

Live performance is central to Greensky Bluegrass' presence in today's eclectic acoustic scene. Touring extensively since 2005, Greensky has developed great versatility in the performance arena, earning audiences nationwide, from all walks of life. The mixing of original compositions with traditional bluegrass numbers gives the band a broad spectrum in which to display their driving technical chops, vocal abilities, and lyrical insight. A spirit of improvisation remains evident in live shows, which contributes to an ever-growing population of returning fans and avid show traders. On-stage collaborations have paired the boys with Railroad Earth, Larry Keel and Natural Bridge, and Steppin' in It. The band has also shared bills with influential acts including Ralph Stanley, Peter Rowan and Tony Rice Quartet, Yonder Mountain String Band, Sam Bush Band, John Mayer, Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, Keller Williams, Hot Buttered Rum, Vince Herman, The Mammals, The Hackensaw Boys, The Avett Brothers, Darrell Scott, King Wilkie, David Grisman Quintet and more.

The latest Greensky release, "Five Interstates" is now available! Produced once again by Tim Carbone of Railroad Earth, and featuring newest member Anders Beck, this is a great compilation of tunes. Drop on by our website at Greensky Bluegrass , scoot around back to the store, and pick up a copy or two. For full tour information check us out on Jambase.

See y'all down the road!!!!!!!!!

Click here to watch Greensky Bluegrass' performance from ROTHBURY 2008
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GREENSKY BLUEGRASS's Friends Comments
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Ginger Pussy





Jul 9 2009 6:32 AM

I wish I could go to three rivers
Bob Hemenger





Jul 8 2009 12:30 AM

Sounds like things are really starting to move. Put on your seatbelt!!!!
Tom





Jul 7 2009 7:34 PM

Great show last nite in Felton Ca. loved the floydgrass stuff! Fun to see you again, and to have my wife experience your music "live and in person", where it speaks it's truest. Be Well
carter





Jul 7 2009 7:33 PM

telluride was amazing and i can see how you wouldnt want to leave Colorado, etc. much these days, but...

don't give up on Kentucky/Ohio/Indiana!!!

if you need street teamers, let me know.
Kåtïe²





Jul 1 2009 5:13 AM

With all my heart and soul I'm aching for the possiblitily of getting over to Santa Cruz on Tuesday with hopes of hearing you sing 'Tied Down' (among all your other awesome music). I grew up and lived in Montague, MI (the tiny lil town right next to tiny lil Rothbury) until almost six years ago when I packed everything I owned in my little camry, said goodbye to everyone and everything I had ever known, and took off to live in California. When I first heard that song I could swear it was written just for me. So anyway, now I'm here in Modesto which is just under 2 hours from Santa Cruz...but I don't exactly have a reliable car to get me outta the valley so I'm really gonna try to work some people over and convince them they need a Greensky Bluegrass experience. I am so homesick lately and the only thing I know for sure is that finally seeing you guys in person on Tuesday is my only chance to remedy that for now. Just one night of some amazing genuine music from back home might be enough to hold me over til I get back there to visit in October...by then it'll be almost two years since I've been home... So yeah, you can imagine how much I miss Michigan... So if I get something worked out, with a little luck, I'll see you guys in Santa Cruz!
Back Forty





Jun 28 2009 5:40 PM

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Laurita





Jun 28 2009 5:39 PM

Thanks for the awesome shows in Telluride. Just when I thought it couldn't get better it did. You guys never cease to amaze me. Can't wait for the rest of the Colorado shows this summer!!!
Laurita





Jun 28 2009 5:39 PM

It is always great to see you guys. Wicked good shows as usual in Telluride. Can't wait for the rest of the Colorado shows this summer!! Seriously love that there are so many!!!
Jill





Jun 28 2009 5:39 PM

You guys will be GREATLY missed at Rothbury this year...maybe you can just chill in the campground ;)
kellybeez





Jun 28 2009 5:39 PM

Hoxeyville 2008 Memoir
Spring Creek





Jun 28 2009 5:39 PM

Click to win tickets to the IBMA Awards Show and Fan Fest PLUS three nights accommodations in Nashville October 1-4!!

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Christine





Jun 21 2009 3:45 AM

Thank you for the add. I saw you guys last year at NWSS. Kick Ass! Will not be able to go this year ): Hope to see you in Seattle next week!!
Anna





Jun 21 2009 3:45 AM

Finally after at least a year of trying to catch one of your shows I ended up at the Fox Theatre tonight. Awesome show!!! Will definitely not wait so long next time to come hear you guys!
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Jun 21 2009 3:45 AM

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Jun 21 2009 3:44 AM

Thanks for the friendship, great and different Bluegrass, best wishes from Berlin
k.a.g-bear





Jun 21 2009 3:44 AM

you guys suck, but i'll see you on wednesday!
Jon Adessky





Jun 15 2009 3:48 PM

Your stuff is great! Very nice songs! And you band name is very cool too lol. Nice meetin you,
Jon
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Jun 12 2009 11:00 PM

sounding great as usual
Pascal





Jun 12 2009 4:53 AM

Bonjour
Thanks for the friendly add
Like your good sound and good energy
Best wishes from France
Pascal
Bill





Jun 12 2009 4:53 AM

everyone in ohio is anxiously awaiting your explanation as to why MY picture never comes up on your randomized friends list....huh?
SweetGoldenSista





Jun 12 2009 4:51 AM

Can't wait to see you boys back in good ol' CO!!!... ya ya 2 nights in my backyard... sending love to you on your travels :-D
Some Kind Of Jam 89.1fm WIDR





Jun 12 2009 4:50 AM

House flies have a lifespan of two weeks, so I'd like to think they REALLY liked hearing your song last week!

Check the blog for more info.

Cheers,
    DJ Pretentious

The Earl Brothers





Jun 12 2009 4:49 AM

greetings from the earl brothers...
Janet





Jun 12 2009 4:49 AM

OMG - This is great - I'm a huge fan
patrick b.





Jun 11 2009 8:39 PM

yee haw! so glad to see your comin' back to seattle/portland. we are stoked! better put my dancin shoes on..... we are gonna try to make it to idaho too! yipee do da day
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