Sam Bush: The Father of Newgrass
A living legend and perpetual innovator, Sam Bush has redefined what bluegrass can be. A founding member of the groundbreaking New Grass Revival, Bush fused traditional picking with rock energy and improvisational flair, helping spark the “newgrass” movement that continues to inspire generations.
Onstage, his mandolin playing is fiery, precise, and joyfully unpredictable — equal parts virtuosity and groove. From collaborations with Emmylou Harris, Béla Fleck, and Alison Krauss to fronting his own powerhouse Sam Bush Band, he brings infectious energy that turns every show into a celebration of roots music’s limitless possibilities.