“Pickin’ in the Senate” from left to right are: Roger Bondurant - guitar (left), Emmadell Goodlett - mandolin, Sam Bush, and Brian McGaha - bass guitar (right). Photo courtesy of Mike Sunseri, LRC Public Information.

Frankfurt, KY — Sam Bush was honored yesterday, March 18, 2008, with a resolution from the Commonwealth of Kentucky for his contributions to New Grass music. Sam performed two songs on the senate floor in Frankfort, Kentucky and was recognized for his contributions as an in-demand studio musician, and for being an integral member of the influential bands Bluegrass Alliance and New Grass Revival.

Sam Bush on the road:

• Mar 19 — Bluebird Cafe - Nashville, TN
• Apr 1 — Mexicali Blues Cafe - Teaneck, NJ
• Apr 2 — Berks Jazz Fest - Reading, PA
• Apr 25 — Merlefest - Wilkesboro, NC
• Apr 26 — Merlefest - Wilkesboro, NC
• May 1 — Tipitinas - New Orleans, LA
• May 3 — Stagecoach Music Festival - Indio, CA
• May 23 — Browns Island - Richmond, VA
• May 24 — 1st Annual Delfest - Cumberland, MD

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The video quality isn’t the best on this one however the sound is pretty darned good and the pickin’ is hot.

Sam Bush and Scott Vestal onstage with The Infamous Stringdusters at Floydfest 6, July 26, 2007. The Stringdusters are Chris Pandolfi on banjo, Travis Book on bass, Jesse “I’m living my wildest dream” Cobb on mandolin, Chris Eldridge on guitar, Jeremy Garrett on fiddle, and Andy Hall on dobro.

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CMT.com is currently featuring the 2007 IBMA Mandolin Player of the Year, Sam Bush, as part of their “Unplugged At Studio 330″ series. They have several video clips of in studio interviews and performances with Sam and his band. You can check it out here.

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Sam Bush by David McClister

NASHVILLE, TN - Legendary bluegrass and Americana artist Sam Bush has been selected to host the International Bluegrass Music Awards October 4, 2007, at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, TN.

Besides helming the popular Sam Bush Band, the mandolin prodigy from Kentucky has been a prodigious influence on musicians young and old–not only in his wide-ranging choice of material and signature groove, but also with his captivating, high-energy live shows that make him a much demanded headliner at mega-festivals and concert halls alike.

When not heading his own band, Bush has spent the past 15 years as a “super sideman” with the likes of Emmylou Harris, Lyle Lovett and the Flecktones; spearheaded boundary-stretching collaborations with Edgar Meyer, Mark O’Connor and David Grisman; and driven a number of bluegrass supergroup collaborations with his powerful, inimitable mandolin chop.

“I am excited to be asked to host this year’s IBMA Awards Show. Bluegrass is and has always been an important part of my life and the foundation of the music I play. I love the music, the pickers and the fans. It’s an honor and a thrill. I’m psyched!”Sam Bush

On the Road, the first live concert DVD from the Sam Bush Band, is slated for an August 14 release on the Sugar Hill label. Recorded at the Sierra Nevada Brewery in Chico, Calif., the world class band spins acoustic gold on a collection of favorites from Sam’s solo releases and New Grass hits, along with crowd pleasers like John Hartford’s “Back in the Goodle Days.” Bonus content on the disc includes interview footage from the taping, in-studio footage from Laps In Seven, and the music video for “The River’s Gonna Run” featuring Emmylou Harris and Buddy Miller.

The International Bluegrass Music Awards are determined by the professional membership of the association and recognize outstanding achievement in the bluegrass genre. The show is syndicated to more than 300 radio stations across the country and around the world, and will be broadcast live on XM Satellite Radio. National Sponsors for the show include Martha White Foods; GACTV; GHS Strings; MerleFest and Deering Banjos.Tickets go on sale to the public on August 16 and may be purchased from Ticketmaster at 615-255-9600 or the Grand Ole Opry House Box Office at 800-733-6779.

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Gibson Original Acoustic Instruments and SamBush.com are teaming up to bring you an opportunity to win a Sam Bush Signature mandolin. This mandolin is a replica of Sam’s personal F-5 and is reminiscent of the highly prized 1930’s Gibson F-5, but with the subtle nuances that make Sam’s mandolin, and his sound, so unique. From the wider neck, to the radiused fingerboard and larger frets, this mandolin is Gibson’s tribute to the modern mandolin master and the luthier’s craft. Other features include 30’s style inlays on the headstock, block inlays on the fingerboard, Sam’s personal string spacing, a signature tailpiece cover, and Sam’s personal preference — a shaped case.

Entries must be recieved by 11:59 CST Oct. 8, 2007 and can be submitted online.

For the official contest rules please visit Gibson’s web site.

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