Twisted Pine (Fri)
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Get ready for a musical odyssey with Boston-based Twisted Pine, a group that is not your typical bluegrass band. Kathleen Parks leads with her captivating fiddle and vocals, while Dan Bui adds a lively flair on mandolin. Chris Sartori holds down the rhythm on bass, and Anh Phung brings a fresh perspective with her flute. Yes, flute. You’re gonna love it. Together, they have a sound that NPR has praised for its upbeat vibe and virtuosic solos. Their sophomore album, “Right Now,” which dropped in 2020, is a testament to their genre-bending approach, blending elements of bluegrass, funk, and indie folk into a unique Americana funk sound. With influences ranging from Bela Fleck to the Punch Brothers, Twisted Pine is carving out their own space in the music world. Their progressive arrangements and fearless improvisation make them a must-see act for anyone looking to experience the evolution of traditional music.
“They were once bluegrass, but … this Boston band has become something else, a wider version of string band, boundary jumpers akin to outfits like Punch Brothers, Nickel Creek, and Crooked Still.”