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Another Country with Ricky Ross

Music: Country: Experimental & New

Ricky Ross enters the landscape of Americana and alternative country

Ricky Ross enters the musical landscape of Americana and alternative country. Featuring new and classic tracks, with Ricky taking a closer look at the stories behind the songs

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Another Country with Ricky Ross: 09/09/2011

09/09/2011

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A double celebration of Bill Monroe's centenary and George Jones' 80th birthday.

Ricky celebrates the centenary of Bill Monroe, the father of bluegrass, plus the 80th birthday of George Jones, who has been described as 'the greatest living country singer'.

Celebrating 100 years since Bill Monroe, the father of bluegrass, was born with some of the music he's been responsible for. We also mark the 80th birthday of George Jones, described as "the greatest living country singer". Tonight's programme includes contributions from the Avett Brothers, Sara Watkins and the Secret Sisters. Featuring new and classic Americana & alternative country music.

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