S4M9 Women in Bluegrass - Avril Smith!

Liz has an in-depth discussion with Avril Smith – lead guitar player in Della Mae – and they cover a lot of fascinating ground. Learn about Avril’s musical journey, her joining Della Mae, as well as her ‘other life’ working as an organizer and activist in the labor movement. And … what do our favorite A-list musicians do when they’re hanging around at home? Join the fun! Mentioned in this Episode: Avril Smith / @avrilplaysguitar Kimber Ludiker / @kimberludiker Alison Brown / @alisononbanjo Della Mae / @heyheydellamae Della Mae at Jalopy Theater – January 28th “Magic Accident” to be released on January 23rd Music in this Episode: “Magic Accident” – Della Mae “16 Tons” – Della Mae, Avril Smith, Alison Brown Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

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