About this episode
Liz and Mike kick off a new ‘Iconic Venues’ theme … and where else but at Sunny's Bar in Red Hook, Brooklyn! Liz interviews Tone (pronounce too-na) Johansen, the owner of Sunny's, who shares her musical background, her passion for bluegrass, and some advice for new jammers. Mike chats with Tim Davis, a longtime regular at Sunny's, who gives us a glimpse into the magic of the Sunny’s jam community. Join us! Mentions in this Episode: Sunny’s Bar Red Hook @sunnysbarofficial “The Wind and the Rain – A Story about Sunny’s Bar” “Homecoming” by Tone Johansen Podunk Bluegrass Music Festival The Ashokan Center Bluegrass by the Bridge Jam @ Delia’s Lounge Bluegrass Jams Near Me Music in this Episode (in order of appearance): ‘Sunny’s Bar’ – Tone Johansen from ‘Homecoming’ [The remaining music was recorded at the Sunny’s Bar jam, and graciously provided by Tim Davis] “Long Black Veil” – led by Raven and Red “Company Store” led by Tim Davis “This Land is Your Land – in a Minor Key” – led by Tim Davis “I Heard a Sweet Voice” – led by Tone Johansen Episode Times 00:40 Liz and Mike introduce Iconic Venues: Sunny's of Red Hook 03:43 Interview with Tone Johansen 21:59 Meet Tim Davis 33:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved