About this episode
We enjoy a free-wheeling and broad ranging conversation with the Bluegrass Man for All Seasons, Rick Faris - singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, band leader and … luthier! Rick shares his views on everything from the dynamics of a family band, to the right tone for guitar wood, to getting his voice heard on radio and recordings. In a new segment - Heart and Mind Music - Mike explores ways to overcome the mental and emotional challenges facing the older music student. Enjoy! Mentions in this Episode: Rick Faris Music / @rick.faris.guitar Rick Faris Guitar Co. Dark Shadow Recording / @darkshadowrecording ‘The Practice of Practice’ by Johathan Harnum Fiddle Hell – November 13 – 16 in Westford MA Darin & Brooke Aldridge @ Westchester Bluegrass Club – Thursday, October 23 Roots Radio on The Sonic Planet Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam in Brooklyn Bluegrass Jams Near Me Music in this Episode (in order of Appearance): All music in this episode is from Rick’s new album, “ Life’s Parade ” “ The Rabbit Hole” “The Sound of Lonely” “On the Right Track” “The Story of my Life” “Bend, Don’t Break” Episode Index: Interview with Rick Faris – 3’43” Heart and Mind Music – 25’18” Concluding Comments – 33’27” Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA Listen to us on Roots Radio – Saturday and Sunday 9AM Eastern – starting 11-8-25 © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved