Artist description In the winter of 2001, a group of guys came together in search of a new musical experience. They had the same goal in mind, doing something challenging, fresh and unclaimed to the area. The music scene in Greensboro, and the surrounding area, seemed to be missing something. Sure with its hardcore, pop, 80's cover, reggae and alternative bands, it was a pretty diverse place. No one has ever argued that the Triad is not rich with musical diversity. However, there was no young bluegrass to be seen and that is where Blue Bambooza picked up the slack. Composing original material, arranging pieces from the likes of Tony Rice, Chesapeake, David Grisman and Leftover Salmon, and revamping some of the old traditionals, they brought on a new sound virtually unheard from a triad based band.         Completely acoustic, sort of... OK, it's hard to be completely acoustic when you have drums. So let's back up, all acoustic instruments along with the help of state of the art acoustic amplification and lighting/video allow  Blue Bambooza to put on a show not soon forgotten.

Music Style New Grass-New Acoustic

Musical Influences New Grass,Cajun,Jam,Celtic

Group Members Steven Clarke (Bass and Vocals) began his musical travels at the age of twelve. With the instruction of his father, he soon took off on his own, capturing what he heard of the Beatles and Motown’s James Jamerson on bass. He continued compiling many different influences as he grew musically.   After finishing high school, Steven received a degree in Computer Science and Math from UNCG. While in college he performed with several groups including Southern Gospel Quartet "Masters Decree" and original pop group "The Tred", followed by a two year interesting and educational stint with Greensboro's own Folkswaggin'. Steve has also performed for several professional theatre productions including "Hair", "Tommy", and "Jesus Christ Superstar". Now Steve has teamed up with the guys to try his hand at something new. Being a fan of old favorites like Bill Monroe and taken aback by not so old groups like New Grass Revival, he finds himself right at home with bluegrass.   James Bernabe (Mandolin and Vocals) James, probably the most bluegrassed person in the band, has been playing since the age of 11. Taught by his father at a young age, James took right to an assortment of instruments. The guitar and mandolin are the two that stuck. By the age of thirteen, he was performing in his first ensemble at various fiddlers conventions and festivals in the area around Wilkesboro, Union Grove and Galax, VA. James couldn't have pick a better location to grow up with Bluegrass. After switching instruments back and forth for years, he finally settled on mandolin and settle he did. He settled on building his on line, for not only could he play them he could make them as well. All this started around 1996, and to this day he's finished about 12. He currently plays one of his models live and invites anyone interested to ask him about it. It's called the James. Shane Lee (Acoustic and Vocals) has been playing and performing since the age of 8. Taught bluegrass, by his grandfather, he soon developed a liking to almost all kinds of music. Shane grew up in Elkin, NC, which proved to be a cultural lesson in itself. Playing Heavy Metal in high school and spending weekends with friends listening to The Dead, set him up for a very open music mind.  After high school graduation, he was off to UNC-Charlotte, where he enrolled in the school of music for classical guitar. (Such an 80's thing to do) After two years there, it was off to UNC-Greensboro for an upgrade in music schools. Deciding, after 3 years of UNC-G, that classical was not his cup of tea, he embarked in the live audio-recording studio business. While playing with such bands as Redmoon, Great Scott, White Bean Chilly and having a 5 year stint with Greensboro based Folkswaggin', his audio business flourished. Now is the time to come full circle and return to the music that started his life as a musician-Bluegrass and Blue Bambooza. Michael Sherril (Drums and Vocals) We don't really know much about Michael at this point. He refuses to say much about his past. We do know that he plays a mean set and he hates to be called Mike. He's about the only drummer we know in these parts that specialize in Bluegrass drums. Shane had the opportunity to play in a band named White Bean Chily with Michael a few years back.   White Bean Chilly Shared by Michael 4 Points Per Serving 1 tbsp oil 1 lb chicken, in 1" pieces 1 medium onion chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with jalapenos 3 cans (15 oz each) white beans, undrained 3 tbsp Lawry's mesquite marinade (bottled) 1/4 cup chopped parsley or cilantro Saute garlic and onion in oil in dutch oven, until soft. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink. Reduce heat to low and add tomatoes, beans, sauce, parsley. Bring to simmer and cook 5 more min or until heated through. Makes 6 servings **I like to cook the chicken on the George Foreman grill and just chop it up for the recipe. I saute the onion and garlic in a non stick (spray with a bit of Pam), so I omit the oil.  Sounds tasty Michael. Serve us up a batch.

Instruments Acoustic Guitar, Mandolin, Bass, Drums

Location greensboro, NC - USA

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