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Green Giants

by Jedd Ferris July 1, 2006

Dave Matthews-Ryan Williamson-Jason Rutledge-Janisse Ray-Joe Lovett

Living the Green Life

by Jedd Ferris July 1, 2006

Paper mills, tobacco farms, and coal mines have long degraded the Southern Appalachian landscape. But a resurgence of health and eco-awareness in urban centers across the Southeast is giving the Dirty South a cleaner, greener image.

Michael Houser; Sandbox

by Jedd Ferris October 1, 2004

Michael Houser’s lingering leads were the foundation of 20-year southern jam kings Widespread Panic. But things suddenly changed when the guitarist succumbed to pancreatic cancer in 2002.

The Everybody Fields; Plague of Dreams

by Jedd Ferris October 1, 2004

This Johnson City, Tenn.,-trio brings an interesting dynamic to the growing world modern Appalachian folk, relying on the effective back-and-forth leadership roles of Sam Quinn and Jill Andrews, who seamlessly swap vocals, guitar, and bass.

Keller Williams

by Jedd Ferris October 1, 2004

Quirky Virginia tunesmith Keller Williams never seems to satiate his musical quest, which is fortunate for his loyal following of fans that pack large theatres across the country to see what he’ll do next.

Home Grown Music Network: An Outlet for Independent Music

by Jedd Ferris October 1, 2004

In an age when many independent bands are struggling to survive, the Home Grown Music Network is a refreshing outlet for music that might otherwise go unnoticed.