The Farewell Drifters combine elements of bluegrass with the accessibility of classic folk and acoustic Americana music. Their songs offer a contemporary relevance and hopeful perspective that truly sets them apart. Their strong melodies and rich harmonies are a direct result of the influence of artists like Crosby, Still and Nash, Simon and Garfunkel and The Byrds. Though unafraid to grapple with the darkest aspects of the human experience, their light-hearted, often hysterical onstage banter leaves audiences refreshed and entertained.
The five members of Blue Highwayhave been trailblazers of contemporary bluegrass for over 14 years. Together they’ve recorded eight albums, of which the last two were up for Grammy awards. Individually, Jason Burleson (banjo, guitar, mandolin), Rob Ickes (Dobro), Shawn Lane (mandolin, fiddle, vocals), Tim Stafford (guitar, vocals), and Wayne Taylor (bass, vocals) are masters of their respective roles. Together, in Stafford's words, they are “a democracy in the best sense of the word”: five gifted artists selflessly merging their talents into a seamlessly brilliant group sound. As a result, the band moves from strength to strength, more mature and impressive with each new album.
