10 Year Anniversary Show

North Carolina Bluegrass Favorite to Host 10th AnniversaryShow at the Carolina Theatre of Durhamon January 14, 2012.

Durham, NC – One of the Triangle’s most well-loved bands, The Kickin Grass Band, celebrates ten years of signature Americana-style bluegrass with a special hometown concert and celebration on Saturday, January 14, 2012 at the Carolina Theatre of Durham. The show is a co-presentation of The Carolina Theatre of Durham and Pinecone – the Piedmont Council of Traditional Music.

The Kickin Grass Band 10th Anniversary Show will feature the current lineup performing favorites from three acclaimed albums over the past decade, as well as new material slated for a 2012 release. The audience will also be treated to appearances by past members and old friends, including the world-renowned Apple Chill Cloggers.

“The past ten years have been a true joy for us, playing and introducing our rootsy-Americana style of bluegrass to new fans around the world,”says lead singer and songwriter, Lynda Dawson. “We‘re thrilled to share the stage with old friends and celebrate this milestone with hometown fans who have played a huge role in our success!”

The Kickin Grass Band formed in early 2002 as the accompanying band for the Apple Chill Cloggers and went on to release three albums of original and traditional music showcasing their grasp of tradition as well as aspirit of adventuring into the new frontier of an ever-evolving Americana genre: Backroads (2003), On the Short Rows (2006), and The Kickin Grass Band (2008). A fourth album is slated for 2012 featuring the current lineup and an array of new material to keep listeners along for the adventuresome ride.

The show will be recorded by F/Stop Grooves and 5×5 Photography for video production.

The Kickin Grass Band 10th Anniversary Show
Saturday, January 14, 2012
The Carolina Theatre of Durham
Tickets are $15 and available at www.carolinatheatre.org  and www.pinecone.org  by phone (919)560-3030 or toll free (888) 241-8162, or at the Carolina Theatre box office.

Merlefest 25 Announces Initial Talent Lineup!

And, The Kickin Grass Band is on the list!!!!

Here’s the press release from Merlefest.
WILKESBORO, N.C. (November 1, 2011) — MerleFest 25, presented by Lowe’s and slated for April 26 – 29, 2012, is proud to announce the initial lineup for the music festival’s 25th year. The four-day event, which USA Today described as a “happy, family friendly festival that’s loved by musicians who come to play and those who come to add their energy by listening, as well,” will once again take place on the campus of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, North Carolina. MerleFest is an annual homecoming of musicians and music fans, gathering to celebrate the memory of musician Eddy Merle Watson, beloved son of American music icon Doc Watson.

The initial lineup reflects the diversity and quality of performers that have become the hallmark of the four-day festival. MerleFest is known for its unique mix of traditional, roots-oriented music from the Appalachian region, including bluegrass and old-time music, and expanded to include Americana, blues, country, Celtic, Cajun, cowboy, zydeco, rock and many other styles that Doc Watson has referred to as “traditional plus.”

“This year’s initial lineup will bring back a little nostalgia for the core MerleFest audience, those fans who return year after year to hear the traditional sounds of roots music. We have some of the leading names in the music industry, of today and yesteryear, lined up to perform at the historic 25th festival,” says Ted Hagaman, director of the festival. “The MerleFest 25 lineup is made up of many of the artists who have helped make this festival the premier, internationally-recognized event that it has become. And, we are thrilled to welcome back that core fan base that has been with us for the ride all along… and welcome a whole new generation of fans to experience the music, moments and memories that make MerleFest so special.”

Click http://merlefest.org/content.aspx?id=7573 for the complete Line-up.

Arizona, Here We Come!

The Kickin Grass Band is thrilled to be playing the 12th Annual Desert Bluegrass Festival in Tuscon, Arizona. We arrive Friday October 28th to judge the band competition, play two sets on Staurday, hold a songwriters workshop and play one last set Sunday before heading back to Raleigh, just in time for Halloween! Boo!

We are also pleased to announce that Pine Cone (Piedmont Council for Traditional Music) and The Carolina Theatre in Durham are our partners in hosting the Kickin Grass Band 10 Year Anniversary Event January 14th at the Carolina Theatre!  This is an event you won’t want to miss. Tickets are now on-sale through Ticket Master, The Carolina Theatre Box Office or Pine Cone. Check out http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0E0047439C805D70 or http://www.carolinatheatre.org for ticket information.

Shakori HIlls Grassroots Festival

We are excited to be playing the Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival tomorrow, October 7th at 5:15pm. We will play on the Grove Stage. This is a wonderful music festival held twice a year in beautiful Chatham County, NC. We hope to see you there! Also, Lynda will be playing a childrens set at the Dance Tent with her new project Little Root at 3:00pm.

Here's the Shakori Hills Schedule

IBMA and New Shows!

Hello friends in music,
The Kickin Grass Band is back in the good ol’USof A! We had an unbelievable experience in Canada, check out our Facebook Page for photos!

We have been hard at work on our upcoming album and have cut 10 songs so far with more to do. Jerry Brown at The Rubber Room in Chapel Hill, NC has been great to work with, as always! We are trying out our new material at upcoming shows so be sure to come out and let us know what you think!
Take a look at our schedule for all of our upcoming dates, here’s a few coming soon!

Thursday September 22nd, Baltimore Civic Center 

Saturday September 24th, Aiken Bluegrass Festival, Aiken, SC

Sunday September 25th, Pawley’s Island Festival of Art and Music, Pawley’s Island, SC

September 26-28th, IBMA’s World of Bluegrass, Nashville, TN

Also, we have been busy booking more shows to wrap up the ’11 season. Take a look at our Tour Page, we have added new dates in Newport News, Va and will be playing at Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival on Friday October 7th!

Just a reminder…don’t forget our 10 Year Anniversary Gala Event on January 14th in Durham, NC, more details to follow. We will be posting new shows on our website on a regular basis so stay tuned!

If you would like to book The KGB, contact Jamie Dawson at band@kickingrass.com
Keep on picking!
The Kickin Grass Band

Oh Canada!

The Kickin Grass Band is heading North again this weekend, waaaayyyyyy North! We are happy to headline the 1st Annual Calgary Bluegrass Festival in Alberta, Canada. It should be a great time had by all! We are sad to miss the fun and excitement of earthquakes, hurricanes and 100 degree heat here in North Carolina but are sure it will all be waiting for us when we return!
Also, we have been busy booking more shows to wrap up the ’11 season! Take a look at our schedule tour page, we have added new dates in Newport News, Va and Baltimore! Just a reminder…don’t forget our 10 Year Anniversary Gala Event on January 14th in Durham, NC, more details to follow. We will be posting new shows on our website www.kickingrass.com on a regular basis so stay tuned! If you would like to book The KGB, contact Jamie Dawson at band@kickingrass.com

New Album in the Works!

Hi Fans! Good news on the KGB front. We just finished a week at The Rubber Room in Chapel Hill, NC recording our 4th studio album. We are looking to release the album this winter and are planning a 10 Year Anniversary and Release at the Carolina Theatre in Durham, NC. Stay tuned for more details!

Festival for the Eno!

Hello friends in music!
The Kickin Grass Band is honored to say we will be playing at the Festival for the Eno in Durham, NC this Saturday July 2nd. Our set will be at 1:15pm on the Meadow Stage. If you get there early catch us at 10:45am on the Grove Stage backing up our friends, the Apple Chill Cloggers.

Thanks for all the support of The KGB and live music!

New Kickin Grass Band Videos!


The Pour House Music Hall

We will be playing one of our favorite venues Saturday January 29th. The Pour House Music Hall is in Raleigh, NC, show starts at 9:30pm with Hank Bowman opening up playing some great original music. This will be a wonderful night of bluegrass and Americana we hope to see you there!