Biography
Formed in 1996 as a four piece cover band, Lonesome Highway has become a major force on the bluegrass scene with the addition of some of the finest musicians in bluegrass today. The masterful songwriting of band members Buddy Dunlap and John Arnold have propelled the group to the top of the regional music scene.
Lonesome Highway's most recent release "Got Away With Murder" has been successful with frequent airplay on Sirius XM radio, and a #1 Debut on Airplay Direct's Top 50 Bluegrass Album Chart.
Reviews:
"I have known this band for three years. They are a great bunch of musicians as well as a fine group of people who I am honored to call friends. Their roots run as deep as their heartstrings to carry on good traditional bluegrass music. You have not heard the last of Lonesome Highway."
Brandon Rickman
Lonesome River Band
"I have the pleasure of knowing the guys in Lonesome Highway both personally and professionally. They represent what bluegrass is all about, great talent, showmanship, and a passion for the music and a strong legion of fans. I book them as often as I can."
Frank Jurney, Promoter
Berryville Bluegrass Series
"In the tradition of Lonesome River Band, Lonesome Highway is a strong regional band with great pickin' and awesome singing. Being in the radio business, I've seen lots of bluegrass bands over the years and Lonesome Highway impresses me every time I see one of their shows. So if you like good hard drivin' bluegrass, you're gonna love Lonesome Highway!"
Jack Duke
Bluegrass Radio Personality
"One of the better non-label CD's I've reviewed in several years."
Bill Wagner
Bluegrass Unlimited
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Members:
John Arnold - Banjo/Vocals, Jimmy Kountz - Mandolin/Vocals, Buddy Dunlap - Guitar/Vocals, Mason Wright - Fiddle, Cody Brown - Bass
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Sounds Like:
Allison Krauss, Del McCoury, Lonesome River Band, Blue Highway
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Influences:
Lonesome River Band, Alison Krauss + Union Station, Del McCoury, The Infamous Stringdusters, Blue Highway, Punch Brothers
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AirPlay Direct Member Since:
09/28/11
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Profile Last Updated:
08/14/23 16:39:57