While Hiltons, Va. — home of the legendary Carter Family, is a long way from Washington, D.C., the format — including resultant bluegrass — has a special place in the D.C. area, which is likely why bluegrass performers Steel Wheels of Harrisonburg, Va., are so warmly welcomed here. Yet, frontman Trent Wagler is quick to point out Steel Wheels isn’t all old-time sound.
“We’re not just playing traditional music,” Wagler told the Huntsville (Ala.) Times. “We’re adding a rock twist to an old medium.”
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