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Tim Batts and Josh Williams recap the 2026 River Folk Fest in Calvert City, Kentucky! We’re talking standout performances, memorable festival moments, and all the great bluegrass music that filled Memorial Park. This episode features performances from: 🪕 Rebecca Frazier Trio🪕 Darren Nicholson Band🪕 Josh Williams and Don Rigsby🪕 Darin & Brooke Aldridge We’ll also catch you up on this week’s news and happenings from around the bluegrass music world. What was your favorite performance from River Folk Fest? Let us know in the comments! 👍 Like this video🔔 Subscribe to The Hometown Bluegrass Show💬 Share it with another bluegrass fan Follow The Hometown Bluegrass Show:

Tim and Josh catch up on the latest bluegrass news, share their commentary on what’s happening across the scene, and offer their takes on the stories getting the bluegrass community talking. Tune in for an entertaining conversation about the music, artists, and developments shaping bluegrass this week. Subscribe, follow, and share the episode with a fellow bluegrass fan!

We’re back after a short break! Tim and Josh catch up on what they’ve been doing, and then welcome singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Sarah Jarosz to the show. Join us for a conversation with Sarah and a chance to hear what Tim and Josh have been up to. It’s good to be back!

Tim and Josh are back for Episode #115 of The Hometown Bluegrass Show! This week, we catch up on what’s happening around the world of bluegrass music, talk about some of the latest news and happenings, and—as always—share a few stories and probably a laugh or two along the way. 🎸 To close out the show, Josh Williams picks and sings the bluegrass classic “Midnight on the Stormy Deep,” a song with a long history in bluegrass and roots music, recorded through the years by artists including Bill Monroe, Doc Watson, Tony Rice and others. If you love bluegrass music, great picking, and good conversation, pull up a chair and hang out with us! 👍 Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE the show with your bluegrass-loving friends! 🎙️ The Hometown Bluegrass ShowHosted by Tim Batts & Josh Williams Thanks for listening and supporting bluegrass music!

It’s just Tim and Josh this week on The Hometown Bluegrass Show, and we’ve got some exciting news to share! We officially announce the Bluegrass at the Dam Music Camp, coming February 5–7, 2027, at beautiful Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park. We talk about what inspired the camp, what you can expect, and why we think it’s going to be a special weekend of learning, picking, jamming, and bluegrass fellowship. And, of course, it wouldn’t be The Hometown Bluegrass Show without some live music! Josh grabs the guitar and plays the bluegrass classic “Long Journey Home.” 🎙️ In Episode #114: Tim & Josh catch up The official announcement of Bluegrass at the Dam Music Camp Details on the February 2027 weekend at Kentucky Dam Village Josh performs “Long Journey Home” If you enjoy the show, please LIKE this episode, SUBSCRIBE to our channel, and SHARE it with your bluegrass friends! Every like and subscription helps us keep spreading the music we love. Thanks for watching and listening to The Hometown Bluegrass Show!

Welcome to a milestone episode of the Hometown Bluegrass Show Podcast—it's our very first video podcast! 🎉 We're excited to launch this new chapter and hope you'll enjoy watching the show as much as you've enjoyed listening over the years. This week, Tim and Josh sit down with Mark Rogers, owner of McQuan Guitar and Mandolin Picks, to talk about the craftsmanship behind his popular picks, what makes them unique, and why so many musicians have made them their pick of choice. Mark shares the story of McQuan Picks, his passion for serving musicians, and plenty of great bluegrass conversation along the way. To close the show, Josh delivers a heartfelt performance of the John Prine classic "Paradise," dedicating it to the memory of his late father, Tony Williams. It's a touching tribute that you won't want to miss.

Episode 112 welcomes bluegrass favorite Joe Mullins! Joe joins Tim and Josh for a great conversation filled with stories from his remarkable career, his love for traditional bluegrass, and life on the road with Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers. Joe also shares stories from his longtime broadcasting career in southwest Ohio, where he has helped keep bluegrass and traditional country music on the air for generations of listeners. It’s another fun episode full of laughs, music, and plenty of bluegrass talk. Don’t miss this visit with one of the finest entertainers—and nicest folks—in bluegrass music!

No guest this week—just Tim and Josh catching up for another episode of the Hometown Bluegrass Show Podcast! Josh shares some stories from his recent time playing with Rhonda Vincent at the Grand Ole Opry, and we talk about a special YouTube video making the rounds featuring Josh playing alongside the legendary Tony Rice back in 2011. Any chance to talk Tony Rice is a good day around here! And, as always, we finish things off with some music. Josh picks up the guitar and performs the beautiful Ian Tyson classic “Four Strong Winds.” Grab an Ale 8, pull up a chair, and hang out with us for Episode #111 of the Hometown Bluegrass Show Podcast—where the stories are real, the music is good, and you never quite know where the conversation will go!

This week on the Hometown Bluegrass Show, Tim and Josh welcome one of the most respected banjo players in bluegrass music, Kristin Scott Benson! Kristin shares stories from her incredible career, including life on the road, recording, and performing with The Grascals. The conversation is filled with laughs, behind-the-scenes moments, and great memories as Kristin and Josh swap stories from years of playing together in the bluegrass world. If you enjoy hearing the personal side of your favorite musicians, you'll love this episode. It's a fun, relaxed conversation with one of bluegrass music's finest, plus plenty of great banjo talk along the way.

Hometown Bluegrass Show Podcast – Episode #109 This week on the Hometown Bluegrass Show Podcast, Tim and Josh are joined by one of the most respected musicians in bluegrass music, Andy Leftwich! Andy shares stories from his incredible career, discusses his musical journey, and gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at life as one of the most in-demand instrumentalists in acoustic music. As always, the conversation is full of laughs, great stories, and plenty of bluegrass talk. Plus, Josh takes us back in time with a performance of a classic George Jones song, adding his own bluegrass touch to one of country music's most beloved hits. Be sure to like, subscribe, and share the podcast with your bluegrass-loving friends!

Hometown Bluegrass Show – Episode 108 After a short break, Tim and Josh are back behind the microphones and catching up on everything that's been happening! This week, Josh shares stories from Southern Legacy's recent Wild West Tour, including life on the road, the great audiences they met, and some memorable moments from the trip. The guys also have an exciting announcement—The Hometown Bluegrass Show is expanding to video! That's right, a video podcast is coming soon, bringing you even closer to the conversations, music, and guests you love. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don't miss the first episode. As always, Josh wraps up the show with a live performance, this time playing the beautiful bluegrass favorite "Love of the Mountains." Thanks for listening and for supporting The Hometown Bluegrass Show. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your fellow bluegrass fans! Watch, listen, and learn more at: www.timbatts.com

On this week's episode of The Hometown Bluegrass Show, Tim Batts and Josh Williams welcome one of bluegrass music's most recognizable voices, Darren Nicholson. Darren joins us to talk about his career in bluegrass, his time with Balsam Range, his current projects, songwriting, touring, and what continues to inspire him as an artist. You'll also hear stories from the road and get Darren's perspective on the state of bluegrass music today. We also take a few minutes to visit with one of our valued podcast sponsors, The Lakehouse Inn. We sit down with the owner to learn more about this beautiful destination, what makes it special for visitors, and why it has become a favorite place for travelers looking to experience the Kentucky Lake area. As always, Josh picks a tune, we share a few laughs, and bring you another fun conversation from the world of bluegrass music. In This Episode: Darren Nicholson discusses his bluegrass journey and current music projects Stories from life on the road and behind the scenes in bluegrass music A spotlight interview with the owner of The Lakehouse Inn Thanks for listening to The Hometown Bluegrass Show! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast with your bluegrass-loving friends. For more information, merchandise, and past episodes, visit www.timbatts.com.

Episode 106 – Bluegrass on the Bluff Recap & Nathan Lynn of The Wheelhouse Rousters On this episode of The Hometown Bluegrass Show, Tim flies solo behind the microphone and looks back on the incredible success of the very first Bluegrass on the Bluff Festival held at beautiful Columbus-Belmont State Park in Columbus, Kentucky. Tim shares stories from the day, highlights some of the outstanding performances, and reflects on the overwhelming support from music fans, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, and everyone who helped make this inaugural event a success. From the scenic Mississippi River overlook to a full day of bluegrass music, the festival exceeded expectations and plans are already underway for an even bigger event in 2027. Also on the show, Tim sits down with Nathan Lynn of The Wheelhouse Rousters, one of the featured bands at Bluegrass on the Bluff. Nathan talks about the band's performance, their unique style of bluegrass and Americana music, and what it was like being part of the first-ever festival. The conversation also dives into the band's history, influences, and what's ahead for The Wheelhouse Rousters. It's a laid-back episode filled with festival memories, bluegrass conversation, and a look toward the future of one of Western Kentucky's newest music traditions. Thanks for listening and for supporting bluegrass music! Visit: www.timbatts.comFollow: The Hometown Bluegrass Show on Facebook and your favorite podcast platform.

This week on The Hometown Bluegrass Show, Josh and Tim welcome a very special guest, Dwight Whitley, brother of the legendary Keith Whitley. Dwight shares personal stories and memories of what it was like growing up alongside one of country music's most beloved voices. From their early days in Eastern Kentucky to Keith's rise through the bluegrass world and eventually to country music stardom, Dwight offers a unique firsthand perspective that fans won't hear anywhere else. The conversation also dives into Keith's deep love for bluegrass music, the instruments he treasured, and the story behind some of his prized guitars. Dwight reflects on Keith's musical influences, family life, and the legacy that continues to inspire generations of musicians today. As always, Josh picks a tune and joins Tim for another entertaining conversation celebrating the people and stories that make bluegrass and country music so special. Whether you're a lifelong Keith Whitley fan or simply love hearing behind-the-scenes stories from music history, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Listen now and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

This week on The Hometown Bluegrass Show, Tim and Josh sit down with the newest member of legendary bluegrass group Balsam Range, Stephen Hudson. Stephen talks about joining one of bluegrass music’s most respected bands, stepping into the fiddle and vocal role, and what it’s been like becoming part of the Balsam Range family. The guys discuss Stephen’s musical roots, his love for traditional bluegrass music, and the excitement surrounding this new chapter in his career. Josh and Tim also dive into the future of Balsam Range, life on the road, favorite songs, and the importance of keeping traditional bluegrass alive for the next generation. If you’re a fan of hard-driving fiddle, great harmony singing, and real bluegrass conversation, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!