Jim, Tim, and Diane have been playing traditional country, bluegrass, and original music since the 70’s. Jim and Tim have each recorded on national record labels and have appeared on numerous radios and tv shows across the country. Jim was born in Buckhannon. He is a multitalented musician and vocalist. He plays guitar, fiddle, and piano. Tim sings and plays guitar and bass. He is originally from North Canton Ohio. Tim has appeared numerous times on Nashvilles Grand Ole Opry, and for a time…

Silas Powell and The Powell Family Band is a 3 piece family Band from Doddridge County, West Virginia. Teenager Silas has been wowing audiences with his mandolin and fiddle skills for several years now. The Powell Family Band is a traditional bluegrass band, but plays a wide variety of Bluegrass from Gospel to New Grass. Silas Powell – mandolin/fiddle/vocals Josh Powell - vocals/bass/guitar/mandolin Jeff Powell – vocals/guitar/bass /harmonica https://www.facebook.com/Silas-and-The-Powell-Family-Band

 Gospel-bluegrass and bluegrass from Indiana. Martin Graber fiddle, vocals Marcus Schwartz guitar, vocals Bob Cogar upright bass, vocals Jonathan Schwartz mandolin, vocals Melvin Graber banjo, vocals  

18 Strings is an Americana string band based out of Morgantown, WV, led by the inimitable and entertaining Andy Tuck on lead vocals, guitar, and harmonica. He is joined by mandolin master and fiddler Chris Jones, bassist Greg Thurman, and vocalist Helen Jones. While their instrumentation suggests a bluegrass group, the music encompasses a variety of genres and styles best described as Appalachiana. Opening for 18 Strings will be the WV Wesleyan College Appalachian Ensemble, a group of students led by Prof. Chris Jones, and performing…

Soldiers of the Cross, is a bluegrass gospel group from Buckhannon, WV. Soldiers of the Cross is a strictly gospel bluegrass group from Upshur County, known far and wide for their amazing four-part harmonies and their selection of both traditional and contemporary songs. Musicians include Kevin Johnson – bass, Ernie Johnson – banjo, Chad Lewis – banjo, and Dan Blake – guitar. If you've heard their soul-soothing sound before, you will know why they continue to be a perennial favorite at JRST! http://www.facebook.com/SoldiersoftheCrossGospel

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Daniel Lilly grew up steeped in bluegrass as part of the legendary Everett Lilly family bluegrass band. He carries on the tradition with the Lilly Mountaineers, delivering a dash of comedy with a powerful country and bluegrass sound. They are an interactive band that loves to get the audience involved. Daniel Lilly, Greg Treadway, Andy Price, and Rad Lewis. https://www.facebook.com/lillymountaineers/