When it comes to old-time music in the Kentuckiana area the band carrying the torch these days is Louisville’s own, Whistlin’ Rufus. Formed in the spring of 2006, this group of young musicians has been tearing on to the music scene with their blend of old-time roots music. The band’s members, Clint Craven and Caleb Olin supply the fiddle and banjo sounds that give this formidable group their driving force. Rounding out the lineup and adding a steady rhythm section for Whistlin’ Rufus are John Dwyer, and Angela Cook.
However, not to be pigeon-holed into a single sound, Whistlin’ Rufus also enjoys members that are multi-talented musicians, allowing them to add mandolin, banjo uke, fretless banjo, twin fiddles, and more to their repertoire, and covering everything from duets to trios to full four-piece arrangements. And their youth does nothing to hinder their ability to play a great variety of music. They cover the gamut of American roots music, playing songs from the 1800’s and earlier all the way through music of today and adding some of their own compositions as well.
The past year has been a busy one as they burst onto the local music scene including television appearances, radio appearances, and festivals. For a full schedule, more about the band, or some music downloads check out their website at http://www.whistlinrufusband.com or check out their MySpace page at http://www.myspace.com/whistlinrufus . Whistlin’ Rufus promises to bring us a lot of great music in the future. (And to all of you bluegrass fans, just remember that without old-time music there would never have been what we now call bluegrass!!) Don’t miss out on an opportunity to catch the music of our forefathers played by this young group of talented musicians when they come to a place near you!
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