Billy Strings

Billy Strings, a genre‑straddling guitarist and singer‑songwriter known for modern bluegrass, talks about his new album So Much for Goodbyes and the role of music in recovery. He reflects on his upbringing, his mother’s influence, and how performing keeps him moving forward. The conversation includes live traditional tunes and insights into his practice and stage life.

Billy Strings, Grammy-winning bluegrass guitarist and songwriter from Muir, Michigan. He talks about a freak skateboarding injury and surreal ketamine surgery memories. He opens up about his mother’s death and how her spirit shaped his new record. He reflects on fatherhood changing his priorities and even shares live performances from the new album.

Billy Strings, a Grammy-winning bluegrass artist, shares how songwriting has been his therapy after personal loss and reflects on his musical journey influenced by Doc Watson. He performs Browns Ferry Blues, revealing the emotional depth behind his music. Meanwhile, Laufey, an Icelandic singer and cellist, discusses her classical roots and rise to fame during the pandemic. She explores her bicultural experiences and the poignant themes in her album A Matter of Time, including songs about friendship and breakups, while performing live.

Billy Strings, a Grammy award-winning bluegrass musician and guitar virtuoso, joins to share his journey through music and life. He reminisces about growing up in a tough Michigan environment and discusses wild experiences, including playing guitar for 48 hours straight. The conversation dives deep into the challenges of substance use, the therapeutic potential of psychedelics, and the transformative power of music. With humor and candidness, Billy reflects on how bluegrass can foster healing and connection in today’s world.

Billy Strings, the Grammy-winning bluegrass virtuoso, traces his journey from Michigan metalhead to roots-music trailblazer. He talks Suicide Silence, Cryptopsy, Knocked Loose, DIY hardcore shows, and the surprising overlap between bluegrass picking and metal riffs. He also reflects on sobriety, songwriting, losing his mother, family history, vintage Martins, and meeting Bob Dylan.