Top 25 Bluegrass Artists of All Time

Well, not many people voted, but I think it's fair to say this list of the Top 25 Bluegrass Artists of All Time is pretty comprehensive. From Bill Monroe to the Stanley Brothers, Alison Krauss to the Infamous Stringdusters, learn more about the artists who have innovated the genre from the get-go.

Bluegrass has its roots in celtic folk music, but has become a musical genre that covers a vastly diverse pool of musicians. Today's bluegrass players range from old time and country-influenced artists to artists that are more mainstream, and even showcase their rock & roll and pop influences. If you're a new fan of the genre, this list of players can give you a really good start on your burgeoning bluegrass knowledge.

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