Steep Canyon Rangers play Terminal West
The North Carolina-based bluegrass outfits shares the stage with Hunter Callahan on Fri., April 10.
Hailing from the greater Asheville, North Carolina area, bluegrass outfit Steep Canyon Rangers has won multiple awards and earned the gushing adoration of sometimes-frontman Steve Martin. When the group takes the stage with its deft instrumentals and sensible harmonies, it’s no secret why. The band honed its sound for a decade before collaborating in the studio with Martin for 2011’s Rare Bird Alert, which won the Rangers its first Grammy award for Best Bluegrass Album. Touring ceaselessly, the six-piece includes banjo, mandolin, fiddle, guitar, bass, and Cajon drums, utilizing these traditional sounds in ways that transcend generations. The group’s latest release, last year’s Tell The Ones I Love, captured the spirit of the live show with the help of producer Larry Campbell, and with an album produced by Jerry Douglas slated for a Fall release on Rounder Records, the show on Fri., April 10 is sure to showcase the group at the top of its game.
With Hunter Callahan. $17-$20. 8:30 p.m. Terminal West, 887 West Marietta, Studio C. 404-876-5566. www.terminalwestatl.com.