Podcast With Marcel feat. Hayes Griffin

Demonic Fiddle Legends and Bluegrass Black Magic

In this transmission, we descend into the eerie depths of bluegrass lore, where swampy ballads weave tales of the Näcken — a spectral fiddler luring souls to dark waters

Wrangling The Best Bluegrass Pickers feat. Mandolins and Beer

In this transmission, we hitch a ride aboard a passing space train where the fearless Daniel Patrick steers us into the orbit of his new mandolin album. Among the twinkli

Who smashed Bill Monroe's mandolin?

In this transmission, we delve into the turbulent orbits of bluegrass legends, where Jimmy Martin's inebriated escapades at the Grand Ole Opry ignite like cosmic supernov

The Wild Side of Bluegrass Festivals feat. Jack Devereux

In this transmission, we embark on a sonic odyssey through realms of bluegrass debauchery, where fiddles sing tales of hedonistic reverie. Amidst the Bohemian hills of th

Inside the National Flatpicking Championships feat. Andy Hatfield

In this transmission, we traverse the storied paths of Midwestern bluegrass, spotlighting the Osborne Brothers' cosmic resonance within the region's deep musical tapestry

Bill Monroe's Love Life (Mistress Edition)

In this transmission, we explore the enchanting allure of bluegrass love songs, delving into the intricate interplay between emotional melodies and celestial lyrics. Amon

Gibson Steals Their Guitar Designs

In this transmission, we unveil the cosmic controversy surrounding Gibson Guitars, revealing their alleged theft of their most iconic designs. Further unraveling this gal

A Bluegrass Fiddler Invented the .MP3 (Christmas Special)

In this transmission, explore a technological marvel as we unveil the history behind Tex Logan's Christmas Times A-Comin', a track that resonates across the Appalachian S

Bluegrass Murders and Murder Ballads (Halloween Special)

In this transmission, we traverse the cosmic soundscape of murder ballads, weaving together the fateful murder of Stringbean, the history of these haunting songs, and the

How Marcel Was Cursed by a Jazz Wizard

In this transmission, we unveil the enigmatic tale of being cursed by a jazz wizard, explore the captivating twists of Hayes' David Grier story. And amidst our musical mu

The Secret History of the Bluegrass and Country Yodel

In this transmission we discuss how one forgotten singer influenced the future of bluegrass, country, and jazz. The boys discuss the etymology of "mash" and Hayes shares

Hippies Saved (and Also Ruined) Bluegrass Music

In this transmission we discuss how hippies almost saved bluegrass during the folk revival. Hayes shares his Robert Plant story and we discuss modal fiddle tunes that are