About this episode
The 65 North Pickers from Richmond, Kentucky, brought fire to What’s The Reason For This Session, showcasing why the future of bluegrass is in good hands. The first half of the episode is packed with laughs, whiskey banter, and ripping string breaks as they perform three songs live:
1️⃣ “It’s Only Real Till It All Falls Down” – an original from their upcoming Greenlights live record, highlighting Quentin’s songwriting and the band’s tight, emotional drive.
2️⃣ “New Country Blues” (Emmett and Hershey Band cover) – a high-energy crowd favorite showcasing their crisp, fast picking and powerful cohesion.
3️⃣ “Illusions After Dark” – an instrumental blending metal-inspired melodies with bluegrass instrumentation, letting Jake’s mandolin and Nate’s banjo shine in an intense jam.
Between songs, the crew jokes about Bears vs. Packers fandom, growing up in Illinois, finding their bandmates at Eastern Kentucky University, and how the band has grown in a short time. The conversation keeps it light while honoring the musicianship and energy these young pickers bring to every stage they touch.
Big shout out to Jack Demurjian of Red Daisy Sporting Club for connecting us with the boys! If you liked this make sure to check in to their full interview next
1️⃣ “It’s Only Real Till It All Falls Down” – an original from their upcoming Greenlights live record, highlighting Quentin’s songwriting and the band’s tight, emotional drive.
2️⃣ “New Country Blues” (Emmett and Hershey Band cover) – a high-energy crowd favorite showcasing their crisp, fast picking and powerful cohesion.
3️⃣ “Illusions After Dark” – an instrumental blending metal-inspired melodies with bluegrass instrumentation, letting Jake’s mandolin and Nate’s banjo shine in an intense jam.
Between songs, the crew jokes about Bears vs. Packers fandom, growing up in Illinois, finding their bandmates at Eastern Kentucky University, and how the band has grown in a short time. The conversation keeps it light while honoring the musicianship and energy these young pickers bring to every stage they touch.
Big shout out to Jack Demurjian of Red Daisy Sporting Club for connecting us with the boys! If you liked this make sure to check in to their full interview next
