May 2, 2025–what an awesome time at The Rosine Barn Jamboree!
The rain kept a few people away tonight, but, wow! They were itching to be entertained. Whether we’re playing for twenty or 200, the show is the same; however, with a crowd like that, you just can’t help pickin’ and singin’ a little louder.
Kenneth and Angie Newell played the 7pm slot and, along with Mike and Christi Fulkerson, put on a powerful, gospel show.
Most of their songs were originals written by Angie. She’s an excellent songwriter who probably averages a song per day. I wish I could do that!
Lately, Kenneth and Angie have been in the studio recording tracks for an album coming soon. Can’t wait to hear that!
At 8pm it was time for The Caney Creek Gang to perform. Of course, Kenneth Newell played with us, too, on mandolin.
Our lineup also included Larry Hill on banjo and Marty Hays on bass. We had this same lineup last year when we played the Barn. I have to say it’s a pretty darn good one.
We’re going to the Bill Monroe Homeplace tomorrow to film a few songs for my Notes of Blue YouTube channel. The channel doesn’t have any videos up yet, but that’s about to change.
Playing The Rosine Barn Jamboree is always a treat; I pray I have that opportunity for years to come.
As of right now, The Caney Creek Gang’s next gigs aren’t until July 11th at the Rough River Lodge and July 12 at Pickin’ on the Porch.
I hope some of you can attend one or both of those shows. Stay tuned for any new gigs that come up before then.