Incorporating elements of contemporary and traditional bluegrass, country and gospel, Del McCoury's performances are not to be missed. Along with his sons Ronnie (mandolin) and Robbie (banjo), not to mention the rest of the band, Del McCoury's records and live shows are some of the best around in the genre.
Folk Music Dads
By Kim Ruehl, About.com
For a guy who started his career with Bill Monroe's Blue Grass Boys, it's hardly surprising that Del McCoury has gone on to become a force to be reckoned with in the bluegrass world.
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