World of Bluegrass 2016

All bios were already submitted to IBMA several weeks ago.

There is no mistaking the powerful raw vocals by singer, songwriter and guitarist Dave Adkins. His significant chart success, coupled with his stellar live performances, have made him one of most talked about artist in bluegrass music. Dave contributed six original songs to his latest... Read More →

Camilla Kleindienst made the move to Nashville in 1999 with her husband, bluegrass mandolin picker and songwriter, Daniel Kleindienst. Determination to advance and years of hard work has developed Banner Music into a respected music publishing and production company with nine staff... Read More →

Jimmy Metts is a 30 year music industry veteran having worked everywhere from startup companies to majors [Famous Music (Paramount Pictures), Curb, Malaco Records, Starstruck (Reba McEntire) ]. Engineer, producer working with Antique Persuasion (Brandon Rickman, Jenee Fleenor & Brennen... Read More →

The first IBMA Songwriter of the Year, Jon Weisberger has co-written some of the most widely-aired songs in bluegrass, including “All The Ways I’m Gone,” “Final Farewell,” “If That Was Love” and other #1s for Chris Jones & The Night Drivers. His songs have been recorded... Read More →