Steep Canyon Rangers

<p>Since bursting onto the national touring scene in 2001, North Carolina’s <strong>Steep Canyon Rangers </strong>have become one of the most successful modern bluegrass acts of all-time.<em>GRAMMY</em> winners and members of the <em>North Carolina Music Hall of Fame</em>, they have shared stages with the likes of <em>Della Mae, the Del McCoury Band, Punch Brothers</em>, and more at esteemed venues across the globe. </p><p>They are widely recognized for their collaboration with esteemed banjo player and comedian <em>Steve Martin</em>.</p><p>On the precipice of releasing their 15th studio album, we sit down with singer, songwriter, and bassist <em>Barrett Smith</em> to chat about his musical path prior to joining <em>Steep Canyon Rangers</em>, dinner parties with <em>Paul Simon</em>, how <em>Bela Fleck</em> changed the musical landscape, the power of an iPhone ‘Notes’ section, and so much more. <em>SCR</em>’s newest record, “<em>New Act</em>,” is now available to purchase or stream wherever you consume music. </p><p>They are @SteepCanyonRangers across social media. <a href="http://steepcanyon.com"><u>SteepCanyon.com</u></a> has merchandise, tour dates, and more. </p><p>As always– be sure to “Follow” or “Subscribe” to our show wherever you are listening. Show us some extra love by leaving a comment or a review! </p><p>Visit <a href="http://loadinpodcast.com"><u>LoadInPodcast.com</u></a> and give us a follow @LoadInPodcast on all major social media platforms.</p><p><strong>This episode is sponsored in part by Tank Recording Studio in Burlington, VT.</strong></p><p><br></p>