Are you ready to dive into the toe-tapping world of bluegrass music? Join us for an exclusive interview with Jeffery Horton, the President of the Rhode Island Bluegrass Alliance. Whether you are a lifelong fan or a newcomer looking for a fun musical community, this conversation reveals everything you need to know about the local bluegrass scene and the highly anticipated Ocean State Bluegrass Festival.

In this Spotlight interview by the Rhode Island Wave newspaper, host Dina sits down with Jeff Horton at the Cowesett in West Warwick. Jeff shares his incredible journey as a self-taught upright bass player, from marking out frets with tape in his high school bedroom to touring with renowned groups like Northern Lights.

Discover the unique roles of traditional bluegrass instruments and how the bass, mandolin, banjo, guitar, and fiddle co ...