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DOYLE LAWSON

I was born on April 20, 1944 in Ford Town, a part of Sullivan County, near Kingsport, TN, to Leonard and Minnie Lawson. I have two brothers, James and Les, and one sister, Colleen.As far back as I can remember, I loved the sound of music. Just about everyone listened to The Grand Ole Opry, and our family was no exception. Though I listened to all the stars on the Opry, the group that impressed me most was Bill Monroe and His Blue Grass Boys. His music was different, more intense. High lonesome is the term we used for it. I could hardly wait for Saturday nights to arrive so I could listen. I decided early on that I wanted to play that kind of music.My father, mother, and sister all sang gospel music when I was young. They were members of trios and quartets that sang a cappella music in churches and at revivals, and such. No doubt, that was where I acquired my love of quartet music.When I was 11 or 12 years old I expressed an interest in learning to play the mandolin, so my Father borrowed one from one of the members of their quartet, Willis Byrd so I could try. I mostly taught myself to play by listening to the radio, a few records, and watching the occasional TV show. I eventually returned that mandolin to Mr. Byrd, and years later, he gave it back to me at one of the first concerts Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver played in Sneedville, TN. I still have it.

DARREN BEACHLEY

Darren Beachley was born in June 1967 in Frederick, Maryland. His mother and father were wonderful singers and Darren was soon to follow their example. Darren was influenced early in his life by the music of Jimmy Martin, Flatt and Scruggs, The Osborne Brothers and The Seldom Scene and like many young players Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver. Darren started playing Mandolin at age 4 and by age 9 was playing upright bass. He made his first stage appearance at age 11. At age 14 he was playing mandolin, resophonic guitar, Guitar and upright bass.Darren began his professional career with South Central Bluegrass in August of 1988. The band would record 2 projects for The Webco label and the song "I Pressed through the Crowd" would reach number 17 on the bluegrass charts.In the fall of 1991 Darren became one of Bill Harrell’s Virginians. Darren carries many of the lessons he learned from Bill to the stage today.

ALAN JOHNSON

Alan Johnson found success early, winning the East Tennessee Championship when he was just 13. Trained in bluegrass, he nevertheless found himself pursuing a country music career with artists like Pam Tillis before signing on with Larry Cordle & Lonesome Standard Time in the wake of the latter’s Murder On Music Row success. He later had stints with Lorrie Morgan and Terry Clark before returning to bluegrass with BlueRidge in 2003. Alan is also a sought after session player. His main musical influence is his dad who at one time played with Bill Monroe and one of the finest fiddlers of that period. This is Alan’s first time with us, and I hope it won’t be his last.

JOEY COX

Joey Cox will be the newest member of Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, replacing Chris Warner who stepped in briefly when Terry Baucom left the band in March. Just 24 years old, Joey has already had a stellar bluegrass career. He has toured and recorded with both Lou Reid & Carolina and BlueRidge, and was working with Kenny & Amanda Smith when the call came in from Doyle.

CARL WHITE

I’ve Played Music Since I Was 3, Started With My Family Group Singing Gospel Locally, When I Was 15 Got My 1st Job With a southern Gospel Group Called The Nippers From Pulaski VA. Played With Several Different Bands And Have Done Lots Of Studio Work In 2004 Started Playing With Christan Country Artist The Jeff Trecce Band Then Went From There To The Multi Dove Nominated Group Young Harmony

JOSH SWIFT

Josh Swift was born on September 25th 1986 to Randy and Rhonda Swift. At age 2, Josh began playing drums with his father in church. At age 7 Josh and his family hit the road singing southern Gospel music. He got a head start on learning how life on the road was. As Josh’s drum skills increased, he became a highly regarded session drummer, even at such a young age. When Josh was just 16, He was playing a session when he saw his first Dobro. He had to have one! After about of year of “persuading” his dad to get him one, Mr. Swift called his dear friend and musical child Jeff Allen at Gibson Guitars to see what kind of deal He could get on a new Dobro. Jeff emailed back the next day and said “Its in my office. Just come sign for it and take it.” That’s when the new journey started! After just 2 weeks, Josh did his first recording with his new guitar! Josh continued to travel with his family but started to intigrate his Dobro playing into their singings. That’s when he got his first break. His family was singing with the Primitive Quartet and took the Primitives by surprise. They pointed Josh in the direction of Sparta TN, which is where Josh’s family farm is located, to a local band called Set Apart. Through Set Apart, He met a soon to be dear friend named Josh Miller who helped Swift get his foot in the door with Carrie Hassler a year later. After parting ways with Carrie Hassler, Josh was playing on the streets of Gatlinburg TN with some friends when Doyle Lawson walked up. Apparently Doyle and the rest of quicksilver liked his playing because he was hired on the spot at IBMA 07. “I cant believe the doors God has opened for me. He’s given me a great family, both personally and musically, a great girlfriend (Tobi), a great home, great friends, and a great talent. I am so blessed…”
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