In a bow to the vagaries of internet search algorithms, News of the World is now re-publishing some posts on The Petersens, a youthful Bluegrass band with a large global following, that first appeared on the GRIST News Features and Bluegrass Review, a Substack newsletter.
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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Have you heard of the Petersens?
HIP MEETS BLUEGRASS
No one would say that Bluegrass is dead and gone. An example of a modern, highly expert, Bluegrass band is the Petersens. My opinion is that they are a cut above most grass bands because of the rigor of their rehearsals, led by Katie Petersen, the expertise of their arrangements, and the tightness of their music. And they put audiences at ease with their youthful banter. But it is their singing, both together and solo, that makes them so remarkable. Their harmonious voices are very finely framed by the expert instrumentals.
From left, Emmett Franz, dobro; Karen Petersen, bass, and her offspring: Ellen Haygood, banjo; Julianne, mandolin; Matt, guitar; and Katie, fiddle.
The Petersens are highly skilled in traditional Bluegrass but also are known for their ability to "grass up" Pop and Rock hits, or just about anything they like. Based in Branson, Mo., in the heart of the Ozarks, the band has been serving up its eclectic blend of old-timey and new wave Bluegrass to appreciative audiences for more than a decade.
Among their biggest Youtube sellers are "Country Roads" by John Denver, "Jolene" by Dolly Parton and "Carolina in My Mind" by James Taylor, which mught be regarded as Country or Country Rock numbers.
No one would say that Bluegrass is dead and gone. An example of a modern, highly expert, Bluegrass band is the Petersens. My opinion is that they are a cut above most grass bands because of the rigor of their rehearsals, led by Katie Petersen, the expertise of their arrangements, and the tightness of their music. And they put audiences at ease with their youthful banter. But it is their singing, both together and solo, that makes them so remarkable. Their harmonious voices are very finely framed by the expert instrumentals.
The Petersens are highly skilled in traditional Bluegrass but also are known for their ability to "grass up" Pop and Rock hits, or just about anything they like. Based in Branson, Mo., in the heart of the Ozarks, the band has been serving up its eclectic blend of old-timey and new wave Bluegrass to appreciative audiences for more than a decade.
Among their biggest Youtube sellers are "Country Roads" by John Denver, "Jolene" by Dolly Parton and "Carolina in My Mind" by James Taylor, which mught be regarded as Country or Country Rock numbers.
The Petersens: Country Roads
The Petersens: Jolene
The Petersens: Carolina in My Mind
But then we have "Bohemian Rhapsody," a song by rocker Freddy Mercury.
The Petersens: Bohemian Rhapsody
But if you like old standbys, their "Rocky Top" is one of the best out there.
The Petersens: Rocky Top
And you'll even find old folk music numbers, like "Shenandoah."
The Petersens: Shenandoah
Nor is there a shortage of standard Country fare. "Amarillo by Morning" is just one of many examples.
The Petersens: Amarillo by Morning
Then there is "Tulsa Time," which has served both Country and Rock artists. Here is their fun grassed-up version.
The Petersens: Tulsa Time
The troubadors do not hide their faith, as we hear on one of their gospel videos.
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