I've recently discovered Guy Davis, and i'm impressed with the range of his blues. I understand that he sometimes plays a banjo, and i'd like to know whether he plays one on any... Read More From atleson 5 months ago 4 comments
New to the group with limited skills. I'd like to retool a five-string for a deeper bluesy sound. Can the group discuss attributes of a blues banjo? Suggestions such as strings... Read More From Gary Davis 10 months ago 6 comments
'Reuben' on a Jeff Menzies' Gourd Banjo - Marc Nerenberg Linked by Marc Nerenberg 11 days ago: This is a very old tune that apparently originates in West Africa, so it seemed like a good fit for the gourd banjo. I try to give it somewhat of an old sound - sort of a blues precursor treatment.